FIRST LISTEN TO GRATEFUL DEAD *EVER* IN THE DARK side I | AM I NOW A DEADHEAD????!

[@iambecomepaul]

Hi! Nice pivot, Crystal ❤

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Paul!!!! My sensational friend! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 Thank you for the bottom of my heart! 🩷 Love u! Praying you have the most amazing day possible!

[@iambecomepaul]

@@CrystalMarieShannon love you too

[@theycallhimwoods]

what an interesting place to start a Grateful Dead journey (in Dead Head speak "getting on the bus"), although there are certianly many others who started with "IN THE DARK" as well, "TOUCH OF GREY" was their first #1 hit coming about 22 years their career. The Dead, already known for their live performances, went from selling out Hockey Arenas to selling out Football Stadiums after the release of "IN THE DARK" (it helped that that year they coheadlined with Bob Dylan) and their new fans became known as "Touch Heads", many of them stayed on and got to truly know and enjoy the band, as I hope that you will as well.

[@johncampbell756]

In 1970, they released their two best studio albums, Workingman's Dead and the nearly perfect American Beauty. Otherwise, they are best heard live.

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

I can’t wait to come across those albums! 🩷

[@rhlang11]

@@soulrevolutionradio8011 arguably two of the greatest albums all time.

[@thesecretjewishspacelaser9959]

Europe 72 is a great next step. You’ll also love the May 77 run. Look up Morning Dew or Scarlet Fire from 5/8/77

[@mattcalifornia7318]

Agree. Love the Reckoning album too, from their acoustic tour (1980?).

[@johncampbell756]

@musicdunc American Beauty specifically has a depth sbdcdetail that the band can't quite pull off live. There's a reason most of New Riders... was featured on the album. Sugar Magnolua loses its bounce and becomes a straight ahead rocker live. Workingman's Dead is far more stripped down and translates much better live.

[@666tubedragon666]

I believe everyone is a Deadhead at heart! RIP JG...one of their logos is a skull so I can see why they were a Halloween choice although dancing bears fits them perfectly. I had many friends that would follow them around the country for years. Hope you have a beautiful day, beautiful

[@666tubedragon666]

oh and Godzilla or Don't fear the reaper by Blue Oyster Cult might be good for Halloween

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Everyone being a Deadhead is a beautiful thought and so true! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 I believe it!!!! And yes! I thought all the titles were gone f to lead to a Halloween sound as well, however this is epic! 🩷🩷Thank you for more recommendations! I appreciate you more than you know! Love u! 🩷 You are remarkable!

[@deanjarva1373]

I'll just mimic what everyone else is saying, strange choice for first Dead album, but lot's of fun anyway! If you ever do another Dead album, try Working Man's Dead, American Beauty or Europe Live '72. Thanks again for the good times!

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Thank you so very much for being here Dean! 🩷 I appreciate you with all my heart! And thanks for the recommendations! I’ve heard lots of amazing things about those and am excited to jump into those waters! 🩷🩷🩷🩷

[@shemanic1]

The album "American Beauty" has some awesome tracks on. "Ripple" is perhaps my favourite Grateful Dead tune, & one of my all time favourite tunes. They released a cartoon video of it that you will love & they are pleased for people to review & keep their music alive. Love & Light.

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Crystal! Have you seen the “Now and Then” video yet? If not, you must. It’s wonderful. 🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@bobcharles1204]

This is probably their most successful commercial album. And near the end of their career. Most of their earlier works would really surprise you. But their live concerts were so different from their studio work. They fed off the vibe of a live audience. The album Europe '72 is really good but does contain some of their signature jamming sessions that can put some people off. But another great review. Thanks. If you want more suggestions, I can point you in the right direction

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Wow BOB!!! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 Thank you so very much my beautiful and astounding friend! Love you bunches! 🩷 I appreciate you more than you know! 🩷🩷 I hope you are having a magnificent day! And thank you for sharing some inside scoop with me! I am definitely planning on more Grateful Dead material in our future! 🩷

[@johnyarusso4953]

I was surprised seeing you review The Grateful Dead for some reason, but it seemed to throw you a bit, but in a good way. The Moody Blues album In search of the lost chord is spooky in places and may fit your Halloween theme.

[@bobcharles1204]

@@CrystalMarieShannon That link I sent you before was from Europe 72. A song called Morning Dew which is a balad. The album itself is a triple vinyl album, so three disks. Another fantastic song combination from that album is China Cat Sunflower/I Know You Rider, which is actually 2 songs played together. This is much more rock but really showcases their musicianship. Her are the links to the you tube videos, which is basically just the album cover art with the audio file being played. Morning Dew kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIq1ZKZ4otSgnbMsi=osJqVFEOvSb9F3Gj China/Rider kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnTKi6uom52hqLcsi=Z405C-VLbs3wXKIk

[@eli10az]

You need to listen to "Terrapin Station", specifically the song "Terrapin Station" their 15 minute Magnum Opus.

[@quagsire2007]

Live Terrapin from The Closing of Winterland is the spot!!!

[@dknapp100]

Great reaction. That little 3 note descending vocal pattern you love... You should check out Bob Seger. He does it all the time, almost a vocal signature. Off the top of my head, 2 songs that signature appears are "Night Moves", & "Against the Wind". Enjoy!

[@thesecretjewishspacelaser9959]

Also not sure if anyone has made this comment, but West LA fadeaway is about John Belushi.

[@MarissaM312]

Hi Crystal! Hope you’re doing well and having a wonderful day. Sweet reaction to The Grateful Dead. Sending my love your way 💕💕💕💕🙏🙏🔥🎼🙂

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Marissa!!!! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 My heart is oh so warm to see you here today! Thank you from the bottom of my soul! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 Love u! I hope you have been enjoying October to the fullest! Sending warm wishes for you and your loved ones!!! You are the most incredible!

[@BobboNaught-YT]

I like Crystal’s analysis of music, picking out and enjoying details, that’s inspiring.

[@jrb6960]

This is the first video of yours I have seen - it’s really fun to watch you react to them - you have a great way of breaking down and explaining what you are hearing.

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

Thank you so very much my wonderful and amazing new friend! 💛 I pray you are having the most spectacular day & I hope u enjoy our very new video out now! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYendYecq99rn5Isi=G5hWIvyI1uRBKDZE

[@Beatles4Sale.]

Please go watch the video of Touch of Grey when you have time. It’s one of the best music videos ever made. There is also a video about how they made it that you would enjoy. I love this album. I’m sending this even before your reaction because I know it will be great!

[@CrystalMarieShannon]

My astonishing friend! 🩷🩷🩷🩷 Thank you dearly! 🩷 Sending all of my love your way! You are absolutely wonderful! I will have to go and check it out ! 🩷 Thanks for the recommendation! I will report back!

[@joshb23]

Kind of a funny place to start with The Dead, but their catalog is almost endless so you have to dive in somewhere! Welcome to the family!! Keep going!! Love your reactions as always ❤⚡💙

[@fredkrissman6527]

Such a trip to me to know you've NEVER listened to the Dead before Crystal... They were so ubiquitous in my Cali-living hallucinating youth that its hard to imagine. I hope you'll someday hear my personal 2 favs: WorkingMan'sDead; &, MarsHotel. So beautiful&fun, specially for an energetic dance party. 🤩

[@redrum482]

You just got on the bus! Welcome, we've been waiting for you. :)

[@KevanCorkill]

Great reaction to The Grateful Dead In The Dark side one 😊 Keep up the good and take it easy 😊

[@jwb932]

Great job, Crystal! I would love to see you get to The Police someday.

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Same here. Great band. Crystal will love them.

[@ArlyMusic]

love the superstition reference I've played both songs in shows and somehow missed that obvious 2-5 similarity They are known for their live shows where these songs could easily go 10 minutes - been to a couple dozen shows back in the early 80s as a teenager - as far as their studio recordings I would go to their American Beauty album to hear their roots and unique harmonies - Always enjoy your honesty and ear/knowledge of music - seeya on shakedown street

[@princelysnail1998]

I believe Jerry was quoted saying the riff is literally based on superstition

[@NyMyers64]

Happy Wednesday, Crystal. I hope you have a great week.

[@billycaufield1135]

They were wonderful at working in the Mixolydian and Dorian sounds in their music which is why you hear elements of minor in songs that are predominantly major. Hope you react to some of the live stuff someday! The longer pieces aren't everyone's cup of tea but as a musician I think you will like seeing the way they communicate ideas to each other in the moment.

[@GratefulAmericans]

For a studio release “victim or the crime” is probably the most Halloweeny song they have. The spookiest stuff they have are in live improvisational jams, especially in songs like “the other one” or “dark star”, as well as “space” segments in concerts. The dead pretty much has every sort of vibe out there depending on what you’re looking for, but you’re often more likely to find it in live recordings than studio albums. Appreciate your analysis though, as it’s more musically literate than most reaction videos I’ve seen. I’d be interested in your reactions to some their more drawn out live improvisations

[@420catson]

after the late 70s jerrys voice was fried, he still got by but my all time favorite jerry vocal performance is winterland 74’s morning dew. also some fun chord progressions to break down on that track :)

[@bobschenkel7921]

Had the good fortune to see the Grateful Dead about 50 times, from 1980-1995, and did see all four of the songs you reacted to live. They were all excellent, but different live, but still very recognizable. Many commenters are recommending the "American Beauty" and "Workingman's Dead" albums, and they are, by far, their most popular studio works, but there are many others to check out, like "From The Mars Hotel", "Wake Of The Flood" and "Go To Heaven". However, live is the ticket with these guys. As others have said "Europe '72" is excellent, and the albums "Live Dead" and one just called "Grateful Dead", originally called "Skullfuck" by the band, but the record company rejected that title, for obvious reasons, are worth your time. Enjoy and thanks.

[@joescott8877]

Hi, Crystal! As others have mentioned, I too am not so familiar with "In The Dark." I guess I'm a casual Dead Head ("Seriously Wounded Head"?), but I WAS lucky enough to see them 7 or 8 times back in the day, including at the fabled Red Rocks amphitheater when I was in college at CU Boulder! "Ashes to Ashes" is , well, "dark" as well but amazing. "St. Stephen" is eternally cool, "Casey Jones" is very fun. I love Jerry Garcia's fluid, three-week long guitar solos in their live shows, which, despite their name, are/were the BEST part of the Dead!

[@OmnipotentCEO]

Music Reaction Dance Party? lol I'm in! Best Wishes!

[@somersetcace1]

Deeper!! The well that is the Grateful Dead is practically infinite. You've but scratched the surface of the greatest touring jam band to ever exist. It's interesting you chose it due to a halloween theme, but that makes it all the more interesting. Delve deeper!

[@Sweetish_Jeff_]

Crystal! How are you? I guess you could say that I’m a Dead Head. This is a very good album, but I highly recommend checking out “American Beauty”. It’s a classic. You’ll love it. The Grateful Dead are similar to Phish in that they’re both mostly known for their live performances versus studio recordings. Both also have very devoted fanbases. Phish Heads and Dead Heads. So happy you enjoyed this! P.S. the new Beatles single “Now and Then” will be released next Friday. 🤗🤗🤗💋💋💋🙏🙏🙏

[@infinidimensionalinfinitie5021]

there are lots of varieties of songs from the dead. you won't be a deadhead until you dance with freedom.

[@darkstardan3309]

Crystal, live is where its at with the GD. Look for Cornell 77, "Scarlet Begonias - Fire On the Mountain" for a more realistic listen to this classic band.

[@hitchhikemike1]

Congrats!

[@MarkStarCrashes71]

Listen to only live Grateful Dead. Anything from 1972-1974, spring 1977, or spring and summer of 1990. Songs to consider: Jack Straw, Sugaree, Weather Report Suite, Scarlet Begonias>Fire on the Mountain, China Cat>I Know You Rider, The Other One, Wharf Rat and the face melter, Morning Dew.

[@brianmoore8407]

The current iteration of this band is called Dead and Company. John Mayer's in the band.

[@csilt]

Go To Heaven is their best and most underrated studio album

[@kenjames6063]

Please check out their first album, and Workingman’s Dead.

[@MichaelLantz]

The Grateful Dead started out as a jug band till they heard The Beatles according to Wiki Weir and Garcia spent the night playing music together and then decided to form a band. The Beatles significantly influenced their musical direction. "The Beatles were why we turned from a jug band into a rock 'n' roll band," said Bob Weir. "What we saw them doing was impossibly attractive. I couldn't think of anything else more worth doing.

[@JohnDoe-ub8fq]

Need to listen to their live stuff.

[@brianteichert1959]

Crystal, you cannot be a deadhead until you listen to and hear/appreciate the subtle differences between live versions of the same song from different shows/eras. From your reaction to these four studio versions, i don't think it will take too much time to "get on the bus." Even a bad dead show is better than a good day at work.....so they say. You'll always get a treat somewhere in there.

[@glennsmusicchannel]

You should see the video to Touch of Grey - the whole band turns into skeletons onstage! :) Check out their album "Live Dead" and in particular the song "Dark Star"... that will give Halloween vibes for sure. Just a warning though, it's 23 minutes long! Enjoy.

[@noracola5285]

I love how no matter which GD song/album you listen to, a crowd of deadheads will be there to let you know it's the wrong one 😂

[@MarkStarCrashes71]

We know our GD.

[@roboj]

as great as the studio albums are, it's the LIVE albums where the Dead's true magic shines. There's too many to count, but there's really only two you should definitely plan a listen/reaction to: Europe '72 - one of their classic / best live albums & Cornell 5/8/77 - considered by many as the best show they've ever played Also there's the Grateful Dead Movie which is definitely worth seeing

[@1plus99movie]

Crystal Song: 46 & 2 Or album: Laterals Thanks, Ken

[@1plus99movie]

Lateralus

[@thesecretjewishspacelaser9959]

I hope you choose to react to more Dead. Try a live performance. A good place to start is the Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain from Cornell University 5/8/77.

[@misterkite]

For next year, if you're looking for an amazing halloween-appropriate album without being stereotypical... Oingo Boingo - Dark at the End of the Tunnel

[@philipdickey6460]

Touch Of Grey is my favorite song by The Dead, but you need to listen to the entire song to understand what it’s talking about Other great songs from this band is … Casey Jones, Alabama Getaway, U.S. Blues, Truckin’

[@zedxxx9]

You're no "deadhead" until you've fallen in love with "American Beauty".

[@iGotTheJuice3]

Everyone always thinks the dead is metal until they actually listen. You’re just scratching the surface, you really need to delve into their live stuff. That is where the magic happens. Also you should listen to the Jerry Garcia Band as well

[@phillspunt9992]

With the dead you need to hear the lives, then youll be a deadhead. And also workingmans dead is the best studio, cumberland blues, new speedway, dire wolf, and casey jones ;)

[@zedxxx9]

I'm sorry for you that you started with their 1987 album. It was their 12th and the first after a 6 year break. You would do much better to go back to 1970 and listen to "American Beauty". Even the Grateful Dead's music was spoiled by the polish and glam of the 80s. Hell in a Bucket is a great song, however, so it isn't bad that you got to hear that. There are some other live versions of it that are pretty awesome.

[@jrb6960]

You should do yourself a favor and deep dive on these guys - you will really enjoy it - it’s a lot of different styles fused, so each era will be a bit different.

[@RP_Williams]

lol Ya, like has been said before, American Beauty or Workingman's Dead are their actual best albums

[@brianconer7463]

Welcome to the dead

[@abexartgallery4401]

So cute

[@michaelwebster8389]

Never really listened to this one. As others say - American Beauty and Workingman's dead are a little more polished. Of course, they were primarily known for their live performance.

[@LordEagle]

I'm fortunate to have seen The Dead 6 times,,,,,and I'm not even close to being a Dead Head. 🍄🍄🍄🍄🍄🍄👍🤪 Once was with Tom Petty,,,and,,,,Bob Dylan. 💥💥💥 WALSTIB 😎

[@tomratcliff3755]

Ooh, sorry but this is Not the way to do the reactions, people seem to want to hear the songs. You can talk over or pause but the skipping through the songs makes it very difficult to listen to. I can see you have something to say but I think you should watch some of the other channels and maybe let the music speak too. I'm going to hit subscribe to see if I can support your channel... let's see how that goes