In The Dark

Release Date: January 12, 2024

The Grateful Dead's In The Dark (1987) captures the band's studio craft with polished arrangements that retain their signature improvisational spirit. Built around Jerry Garcia's melodic guitar work and the band's harmonized vocals, these songs blend folk rock storytelling with their psychedelic sensibilities.

Standout Tracks

• Touch Of Grey: The band's biggest radio hit with its optimistic chorus and memorable music video
• Hell In A Bucket: High-energy rocker with Garcia's stinging lead guitar and defiant lyrics
• West L.A. Fadeaway: Weir's driving rhythm guitar anchors this tale of California excess

Mood: driving, reflective, late summer, cruising