first time hearing Grateful Dead - Ripple (Reaction!!)

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[@Janaesp12]

Youll love the studio version. One of the prettiest songs ever. It will make you realize why they named it "Ripple"

[@Dr_Bombay]

yeah, honestly, i prefer the studio version.

[@ForcesInMotion]

What Janaesp12 said. No slam on this version. But... Yeah. The studio version :)

[@Chris.Davis.2]

Crowd noise doesn't work on this tune.

[@tomratcliff3755]

One of my favorite songs of the last 50 years. Hope you all enjoy!

[@alphabetsupes]

You should listen to the studio version, it is definitely a 4runner track, and also through the album in its entirety, American Beauty (1970). Some may disagree about whether it's their best album, but it has a great laidback vibe, and holds together from start to finish. If you're having a bad day, you just put this album on, and peace finds you.

[@submandave1125]

“American Beauty” and “Workingman’s Dead” are the two masterful studio albums by the Dead and deserve to be listened to in their entirety. They took more care and attention with these two, crafting some of the most intricate and beautiful harmonies and adding to the great Americana songbook.

[@NebulizerChi]

You nailed it: the studio version of this is the spot (that entire American Beauty album, in fact, and the one released right before it called Workingman's Dead). The whole acoustic set that this closes is on here and is totally off the chain --it was Hallowe'en nite in NYC...

[@BOOMNERD51]

If you play Box of Rain, please do listen to the studio version From The American Beauty album: It's worth it

[@steveullrich7737]

Yes and have the lyrics at hand.

[@janspond4]

One the best out of all their pieces!!

[@snerdterguson]

One of those rarities where they really nailed it in the studio and found it hard to top live. Beautiful song.

[@MtnGrrrl]

Agreed, 100%

[@ValoA1Arts]

Agreed ❤☮ (~);}

[@rubyleuty9417]

Jerry Garcia had a side gig. He designed men’s silk ties that were pretty expensive. We gave our boss one for Christmas one year and he loved it. It’s a collector’s item today.

[@evozero905]

I have 6 the always get complements right until some somewhat stuffy person understands who the artist behind them is. This always leaves me laughing

[@sj-ih7us]

Ripple is the one song that I sang to my 3 children and 4 granddaughters to put them to sleep. It’s a sweet sweet lullaby that has mesmerized each of them.

[@tomatolady11]

This is one of my favorite Dead songs. I agree that I prefer the studio version, HOWEVER, being in their live audience is an experience like no other.

[@randygabbert7831]

When you were at a Dead concert you were in the company of thousands of family members you never knew you had, always a great experience!

[@FerrisFareMusic]

I've always said that when I go on my 'next journey', this is the song I want sung to send me on my way.

[@donnas3148]

Road tripped with a friend for months and she loved this band. Had to listen to the 8 track (lol) so many times. She loved Ripple. She is gone now and I love to hear this song and think of her.

[@alpetrocelli4465]

You’re correct, for this particular song. Hunter’s beautiful lyrics are the jewels in this tiara, and the studio version is easier to follow. For the opposite experience, compare the studio version of Sugar Magnolia, a nice, laid back tune, to the late ‘70’s live versions that rock the house. But that was the beauty of this band, each show would bring a new joy to behold. ✌️❤️🎶

[@davenunyabusiness4893]

Most songs live is better but the studio version of Ripple is so good. Being there for a Ripple would be something special though...

[@Dr3amtime]

Lyrically, this is probably my favorite Dead song. It's up there with Imagine or the best Marley songs. It's the first Dead song that I memorized the lyrics to, thanks in part to someone who wrote them out in calligraphy and gave away copies at a Rainbow gathering.

[@chrisdurham6517]

From age 16 to nearly 60 this song has meant many things on the path. Thanks for playing it today. Picking up the guitar to play it now.

[@mtnvalley9298]

Probably the most profound song in their vast catalogue, and any hack campfire guitarist can rip it too. On of my desert island tunes for sure.

[@chrisblack1119]

This has always been the song I want played at my funeral.

[@PMichael100]

I am asking for "Black Peter" to be played at my funeral.

[@gingermcintosh6545]

Imagine it’s a beautiful, sunny 70 degree sunny day. You are near the carousel in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco dancing with a big group of barefoot, long haired friends. Everyone is laughing and singing, and joyful as hell. I went to San Francisco when I was 17, and this is what we did: go hear famous bands for free in the park. Life was golden for a moment.

[@jahineverybody]

A ripple encore, brining you back to earth, grounding you after having your mind melted/ taking a trip to the cosmos for the previous couple hours, really hits the spot 😍

[@sallygilmore4094]

The Dead transcend albums so no worries about the sound, they know how. Try getting songs from American Beauty and Workingman's Dead. Also, on these albums PigPen was still alive. Share the Joy!

[@ericpondrom4925]

Polo - great observation - although the magic of the Dead involves live music, this song is best appreciated in the studio version. There’s not an intense lasting solo. The harmonies and sound quality and mandolin are readily noticeable in the studio version. Good instincts. I’m a die hard Dead fan, and I’m impressed you had this take on the song and appreciate the vibe of the band AND fans!!!

[@GoWalk22]

This is one of my favorite Grateful Dead songs. Many versions of this song, too! Some more with a more bluegrass sound to them.

[@ChickenParm152]

nothing beats the studio version of this song.

[@d.p.9393]

Let there be songs to fill the air! So beautiful and loving and kind and sincere...sprinkled with bits of wisdom. We need a lot more of these qualities in the world. Peace and love.

[@mikemccabe6258]

The beauty of a live dead verson is witnessing how beloved they are by their fans.....they are all family celebrating music.

[@debrarobillard1116]

There is so much Polo doesn't know, like "Ripple in clear water where there is no pebble tossed or wind to blow" is a haiku that to me talks about the mystery that underlies the seemingly solid world around us like a God wink.

[@deborahgrabien3125]

The bridge is a haiku Bob Hunter wrote. Seventeen syllables. "Ripple in still water/when there is no pebble tossed/no wind to blow".

[@michaelwebster8389]

The whole album this is on is probably their most well produced and best performed albums - American Beauty. Great from start to finish.

[@bobschenkel7921]

10/31/80, Radio City Music Hall, NYC. "Let there be songs, to fill the air!" That lyric just about sums up the Grateful Dead philosophy. They allowed, and even aided, folks to tape their shows. Polo, you are correct that the studio version of "Ripple" is VERY good. The Dead released an official video for it a little over a year ago, that enhances the music, truly worth a look. I know the date of this show because I was "there", in spirit, I was in Boston at The Orpheum Theater, watching a live Closed Circuit broadcast, with a full concert sound system, and about 2500 other Dead Heads, on Halloween Night. Good Vibes all around

[@elijahhooste8680]

This song still gives goosebumps

[@user-pv6gn4wy5m]

Great to hear them again!...love it

[@nomadgical]

Listen to the studio version sometime. It's one of the prettiest songs.... The lyrics are so beautiful.

[@robertst.hilaire7]

Thank you for appreciating great music!

[@Deam7666]

Heard a saying at one of there shows I was honored to attend… “There are no strangers at a Grateful Dead show, only friends you haven’t met yet.”

[@kathieheath8716]

Very true

[@beverlyoyarzun3326]

I have asked for this song to be played when it’s time for me to move on down the simple highway. The studio version with lyrics in hand is a good trip.

[@hepatitisatoz5666]

the rare Dead song that is better on the album version

[@billbeliakoff5589]

Agreed. It just isn't the same without Grisman's mandolin.

[@augustwest3118]

The thing about this version is the small and incredibly raucous crowd at Radio City on a ridiculously long run. Phenomenal crowd energy along with Jerry at his best

[@trevorsmith2006]

This is the Dead song I've most wanted you to hear.

[@barbarascotto3873]

This is from Radio City, Halloween, 1980.

[@christinebrady6842]

Loved this song since the day I first heard it.

[@EdSug]

Oh man! That’s was fantastic! Phil just dropping bombs throughout!

[@kdbadk]

The studio version of this is what will be playing as I'm lowered into the ground.

[@JohnLennon99791]

Jerry's voice♥️♥️♥️

[@rwilson7197]

YES! Listen to the studio version! It features a much younger Garcia & voice - a smoother, prettier version than this live version. Even MORE laid back! No shade intended. Great song- nice reaction!! ❤❤❤

[@m.b.6402]

The Dead's complexity is often easily missed in concert recordings. Conversely, the relationship--the VIBE--is easier to miss in studio recordings. Go to the excellence of the studio "Ripple," but remember the vibe of the concert.

[@PMichael100]

I hope you do check out the studio version. I had a major spiritual revelation one day, after hearing the song multiple times, I suddenly felt the presence of J-w-h, G-D, or the all Source, speaking to me through the lyrics. The moment has never left me and I am in tears just remembering that day from 45 or so years ago. Thank you! Do check out Althea by the Grateful Dead if you haven't already.

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

The Dead has a worldwide fanbase. American Beauty and Workingmans Dead are my favorites. The vibe is real, was then and still is. You should check out Robert Hunter's incredible lyrics.

[@jeffreybayles1162]

Saw the Dead play an outdoor concert in Santa Barbara stadium. They have so many songs the concert was over six hours long.

[@cojaysea]

Fabulous song from the American beauty album . Don’t know this live version . Love the studio album version .

[@MotorMcMatt]

The studio version is fantastic. I think you called it, Polo!

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 my very favorite dead song

[@justkaron]

I ADORE this song. Been working for several months on how to play different versions of it on mandolin. It is joyful to play it and sing at same time. This is a profound but simple song. The studio video with the Tarot deck is magical.

[@rogerlunde8668]

Robert Hunters beautiful lyrics, 1970 at it's best.

[@umpdaddy1]

American Beauty is chock full of wonderful music.

[@DJ_Black_Tourmaline]

definitely recommend the studio & "Reckoning" live LP versions of this song. so many great versions over the years but the aud on "Reckoning" is just impeccable imo.

[@sharison-of-robert5986]

Love love love that you’re reacting to GD!!! I’m prob a rare dead head in that I did fall in love with the GD from listening to their studio versions first before I could even begin to enjoy the long drawn-out improvisations of their live masterpieces but also Jerry’s voice is so angelic to me on the studio cuts. Would love to see your reaction to the “official video” for Throwing Stones. Also Box of Rain is my fave but was rarely played live as lead vocal is bassist Phil Lesh and from my understanding he did not enjoy singing (lead) live. ✌🏻

[@woodstock950]

May I suggest you check out the music of Midnight North, fronted by Grahame Lesh, the son of Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. and an amazing woman vocalist Elliott Peck. Their new album, "Diamonds In The Zodiac" is fantastic especially *Songline" and "The Colors Here".

[@davidbooth7778]

Thanks, my favorite Dead song.

[@scott3744]

There are a couple different issues going on with the live vs. studio situation. For the acoustic albums (American Beauty and Workingman's Dead, both released in 1970) I would say listen to the studio versions first, then the live versions. The problem when it comes to live versions is finding the best sounding live version, and the best sounding live version is almost NEVER one that has video to go with it. For many of the acoustic songs from American Beauty & Workingman's Dead, the best commercially available / regular issue LIVE versions are going to be from the live album you have reacted to before, called Reckoning, which has no video that I'm aware of. Having said that, my favorite LIVE version of the song Brokedown Palace is from the 1981 live electric album, titled simply 'Dead Set'. Btw, *Ripple* is a very special song to a lot of people, the lyrics are worth thinking about 👍 Enjoy!

[@pauljones8568]

This is the track I want at my funeral

[@jackking394]

I already told my wife that this is to be play at my funeral. Acoustic version from NY 10/31/1980

[@shemanic1]

Although it is good to see & hear Grateful Dead live, the studio version will sooth your soul. It is one of my all time top tunes, along with "Light Flight" by Pentangle and "Alone again or" by Love. Those 3 tunes will play me out of this life one day. The whole "American Beauty" album is pure delight.

[@MtnGrrrl]

Oh ya. This is one of my funeral songs. Love this sooo much. JG gone too soon.

[@eye95records]

The studio version is amazing

[@davidneff-hp4ll]

I played this song at my mom's funeral! Incredible song!

[@WilliamOutten-vu6rx]

My father died about a week before Jerry did. This song was played at his funeral also, but at the end when all the people were leaving. Yes. A very calming, reassuring song that hints of a much brighter future in a much finer place. Let's hope so.

[@robertgrosek1124]

definitely the studio version is one of their best recordings and a rare example that is much better than the live

[@nostrilnick]

I'm not a Dead Head, but I love their music, and this is probably my favourite of all that I've heard. Such a wonderful song.

[@pauljones8568]

You need to check out the Playing for Change version of this track. Awesome song covered for an awesome cause

[@frankgarcia1]

Im so happy I got to see Ripple 2 times. One was Garcia/Kahn acoustic and one was Garcia solo Acoustic. The only time I had a chance to see it by The GD was Landover MD in Spring of 90 and I was shut out in the parking lot that night.

[@JB-Deadskins]

The date was 9/3/88. I was there. The only electric Ripple they ever played. It was a Make a Wish Foundation request.

[@JB-Deadskins]

BTW, there is an audience video of the entire show on KZbin

[@reallynow1445]

This song reminds me of my son who passed in July. He had no idea how many “ripples “ he sent out. He was a kind loving Dead fan who passed too soon 😢

[@ecnoto]

I’m just so happy you’re reacting to more Dead!😊😊

[@RebeccaDaguier]

I think you would like the Playing for Change version.

[@BRIANZ969]

It looks like Jerry is having a bad day-It is a beautiful song-Probably most peoples favorite. I know he was sick-he died in his early 50s. BPBIRCH-Listen /reenact on the studio version. Kind of sad Polo Brian P Birch

[@lesblatnyak5947]

You are correct. During the show they played this with half the volume and the crowd made up the rest in a sing along. It was pretty cool

[@lancealrick6898]

In it's essence it's a spiritual. There's no need to comprehend the incomprehensible.

[@mikepiccione886]

gratefull dead is absolutely a live band they are known for their live shows that's how we exist, Newcomers to the dead family are more than welcome to listen to studio if you want to learn the lyrics but you'll learn live is where the energy is❤ We all have our favorite song and version of that song from each specific concert😮

[@annettelong3763]

I love this song ❤️ my friend @emisunshine does a cover of “Ripple”and I fell in love with this one, its just a great song ❤️

[@elissalipman6600]

they all heart

[@LSD19966]

Well there you go and surprise me again! Hope you had the lyrics for this one!

[@gratefulkm]

The Grateful Dead music to prevent suffering

[@cmzeman]

The album version of this is sweet. I hope somebody plays it for me when I die.

[@JB-Deadskins]

I would like you to react to a two song performance of Estimated Prophet>Eyes of the World from 6/21/89 that highlights each member of the band. You can easily split the songs into two reactions (the change happens at 10:28), but after you've watched the first, you will want to watch the second. I'd send you the link, but KZbin erases the post when you do. Just search on the date and the word "Estimated." Bass great, Lesh Philling!

[@mikehutton3187]

My favorite version. This concert movie(Dead Ahead), is one of their best overall performances.

[@PCH847]

Watching this I’m giggling at the comments. It’s so strange for dead fans to suggest the studio version of anything of theirs. Each time they play something you can pull something different from the song. They were the first band to actually allow and encourage fans to tape their concerts. Because of that we are lucky enough to have a vast library of shows from different decades. You can listen to changes in the band over those decades. It was the recording and trading of those concerts over the years that built them a following that really went against pretty much every rule in the music industries playbook. And we were the ones that really benefitted from their casual outlook on recording their music.

[@rhlang11]

this song is so pretty and has so many diff meanings.

[@sab3295]

I love this song!!! I just realized I'm swaying:)

[@janspond4]

Love. Saw Ripple performed quite a few times in concerts ( back in the day!). Love your podcast

[@mikepiccione886]

Absolutely listen to it Hurts Me Too one of their More Blue Z songs with Pigpen😊

[@tomratcliff3755]

Jerry never considered himself a front man

[@rodweinmeyer1435]

It is interesting to read the history of the dead. They never banned fans from recording their shows, so a lot of their early albums were splices of reel to reel and cassette tapes one or two bars each so the sound can by quite different.🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@yvesbarriere2922]

In 1987 the ice cream company Ben and Jerry's named an ice cream Cherry Garcia in honor to the Grateful Dead leader Jerry Garcia.

[@robertharper5087]

There are only TWO songs from the whole Grateful Dead catalog that I prefer the studio version, Ripple and Brokedown Palace. (Maybe Friend of the Devil over the slower lives, oh and New Speeway Boogie LOL)

[@LaTrueMythos]

Look for "Jerry Garcia Band Oregon State Prison 5-5-1982". It's 48ish minutes, but it is one of the best-recorded performances I've heard from Jerry. Just him with a 12-string and John Kahn with a standing bass playing for the prisoners. It's bonafide.

[@barbarascotto3873]

Thank you for reacting to LIVE Dead, which is the only way to experience them.

[@mjy34222]

This song is based on the 23rd Psalm in the Bible.

[@doriwiljt]

The American Beauty album is beautiful. I suggest to listen to it and also Working Man's Dead.

[@kevinbumstead5431]

My favorite dead songs😎

[@lynncarol9934]

Have you discovered Freddie Mercury from Queen....Bohemian Rhapsody? It's pretty awesome!

[@encrypter46]

Definitely the studio version!!!!!

[@mikepiccione886]

I truly think you would enjoy bird song there Ode to Janice joplin

[@merriwinkle7631]

I think you would enjoy being able to hear the parts and lyrics of the song better than one can in this particular recording. It is gentle in spirit in every possible way.

[@ValoA1Arts]

Love your Grateful Dead Reactions. It brings light and joy to my heart truly! ❤ ☮ (~);}