The Grateful Dead - The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack

Review by Anthony Mwenda

The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack: A Trip Down Memory Lane If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to step into the heart of a Grateful Dead show, The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack (released in 2005) is as close as you’re gonna get without a time machine. This album isn’t just music—it’s an experience. With genres spanning rock, folk, blues, and even some free improvisation thrown in for good measure, this soundtrack captures the band at their rawest and most unfiltered. It’s like being invited to a jam session that somehow ends up feeling like home. Let’s talk tracks, because there are so many gems here. First up, “Scarlet Begonias.” Man, this one sticks with me every time. There’s something about Jerry Garcia’s lead guitar weaving through Bob Weir’s rhythm work that feels like sunshine on your face after a long winter. The lyrics? Quirky but relatable—like that one friend who tells stories you can’t quite follow but still love listening to. And when Phil Lesh’s basslines kick in, it’s impossible not to groove along. Honestly, if this song doesn’t make you smile, I’d check your pulse. Then there’s “Dark Star,” which is… well, it’s its own beast entirely. This track is less of a song and more of a journey into outer space. You can hear the band stretching out, exploring sounds that seem to come from another dimension. Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann’s drumming lays down a foundation that feels both chaotic and controlled, while Garcia’s solos take you places words can’t describe. If you’re into psychedelic rock, this one will leave you staring at the ceiling for hours, lost in thought. One thing I gotta mention is how real this whole album feels. It’s not polished or overproduced—it’s messy, alive, and full of soul. That’s thanks to folks like producer David Lemieux and mixer Jeffrey Norman, who clearly respected the band’s vibe instead of trying to reinvent it. Even the cover art by Gary Gutierrez has that same trippy charm that matches the music perfectly. Listening to this soundtrack makes me think about how rare it is to find music that feels so unapologetically human. These guys weren’t chasing perfection—they were chasing connection. Whether it’s the foot-stomping energy of “One More Saturday Night” or the haunting beauty of “Morning Dew,” each track invites you to join the ride. Oh, and here’s a random thought: If aliens ever visited Earth and asked for proof we had culture, I’d hand them this album. Not sure they’d understand it, but hey, maybe they’d dig “Truckin’.” So grab your headphones, crank up the volume, and let The Grateful Dead remind you why live music is magic. Or don’t—just enjoy the weirdness.

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Artist: The Grateful Dead
Album: The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack

2005

Rating: 4.75

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Stella Blue	8:45
China Cat Sunflower	9:14
One More Saturday Night	5:14
Wharf Rat	9:35
Playing In The Band	31:45
Part I
Truckin'	9:49
Sunshine Daydream	3:17
Tomorrow Is Forever	6:30
I Know You Rider	6:47
Casey Jones	5:24
We Bid You Goodnight	2:00
Caution Jam	4:30
Eyes Of The World	13:02
The Other One	7:35
Space	9:17
U.S. Blues	5:41
Spanish Jam	1:48
Weirdness	8:06
Part II (Let It Grow)
Dark Star	24:10
Mind Left Body Jam	3:10
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad	7:34
Jam	7:31
Prelude
China Doll	6:18
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo	7:34
Scarlet Begonias	13:56
Weather Report Suite: Prelude - Part I - Part II (Let It Grow)	16:40
Morning Dew	13:55
Weather Report Suite	(16:40)
Big Railroad Blues	4:48
Sugar Magnolia	5:27
Drums	1:24
Johnny B. Goode	3:56
Not Fade Away	8:35
He's Gone	13:02
Uncle John's Band	9:18
Black Peter	10:07

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Catalog Numbers

DECD273
R2 79583
8122-79583-2

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Grateful Dead Records
Rhino Records
Rhino Records , Grateful Dead Records

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5 × CD
HDCD
Album Box Set

Companies

Role	Company
Record Company	Warner Music Group
Marketed By	Warner Strategic Marketing
Manufactured By	Warner Strategic Marketing
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Grateful Dead Productions, Inc.
Copyright (c)	Grateful Dead Productions, Inc.
Made By	Cinram, Olyphant, PA
Published By	Ice Nine Publishing Company, Inc.
Recorded At	Winterland
Mixed At	Club Front
Designed At	Minkin Design

Credits

Role	Credit
Cover	Gary Gutierrez
Design	Robert Minkin
Drums	Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart (tracks: 5-1 to 5-10)
Electric Bass	Phil Lesh
Vocals	Phil Lesh
Lead Guitar	Jerry Garcia
Photography By	Dave Patrick
Piano	Keith Godchaux
Producer	David Lemieux
Mixed By	Jeffrey Norman
Recorded By	Bill Wolf
Research	Eileen Law
Rhythm Guitar	Bob Weir
Band	Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart (tracks: 5-1 to 5-10)
Artwork	Gary Gutierrez

Notes

Recorded live at Winterland, San Francisco, October 16-20, 1974
Mixed at Club Front
Track 1-7 recorded 10/16.
Tracks 1-3, 1-4, 2-2 to 2-10 & 4-3 recorded 10/17.
Tracks 1-1 & 3-1 to 3-6 recorded 10/18.
Tracks 1-2, 1-5, 1-6, 2-1, 4-1 to 4-3 & 4-5 to 4-11 recorded 10/19.
Tracks 5-1 to 5-10 recorded 10/20.
Double jewel case & 3CD box in slipcase.
Recording dates:
October 16, 1974 – 1-7
October 17, 1974 – 1-3, 1-4, 2-2 to 2-10, 4-4
October 18, 1974 – 1-1, 3-1 to 3-6
October 19, 1974 – 1-2, 1-5, 1-6, 2-1, 4-1 to 4-3, 4-5 to 4-11
October 20, 1974 – 5-1 to 5-10
Archival Research by Eileen Law/Grateful Dead Archives
Photography by Bruce Polonsky/bpphotography.com
Package Design and Production by Robert Minkin/minkindesign.com
All songs copyright © Ice Nine Publishing Co. Inc. (ASCAP) except: *[3-4] Warner Tamerlane Pub. Co, (BMI), **[3-5, 5-2] Wren Music Co. Inc. (BMI)/MPL Communications (ASCAP), ***[4-2] Peer Music Int'l Corp. (BMI), ****[4-3] Velvet Apple Music Pub Co. (BMI), *****[5-8] Arc Music Corp./Isalee Music Pub. Co. (BMI)
On discs:
R2 79583 ˙ ℗ 1974 & 2005 Grateful Dead Productions, Inc. Manufactured & Marketed by Warner Strategic Marketing. Made in U.S.A.
On box, back:
℗ & © 1974 & 2005 Grateful Dead Productions, Inc. Manufactured & Marketed by Warner Strategic Marketing. A Warner Music Group Company. Printed in U.S.A.
Multi-disc jewel case ("Fatboy") with 24 page full colour booklet (CD1 to CD3) and slim double jewel case (CD4, CD5), housed in a sturdy slipcase box.
Incidental info:
Soundtrack album of The Grateful Dead Movie, includes previously unreleased tracks. The 2-Disc DVD set released in 2004 contains one track not released on the soundtrack ("Sugaree" from October 18, which was previously released on "Steal Your Face"). Likewise, half of the selections are unique to this box set and not included in the DVD movie.
Double jewel case & single jewel case in card box with 24 page full colour booklet.
Manufactured & marketed by Warner Strategic Marketing, 3400 W. Olive Ave., Burbank, CA 91505-4614.
Manufactured in the E.U.

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Barcode (Text): 0 8122 79583 2 9
Barcode: 081227958329
Matrix / Runout (CD1, Variant 1): Z38046 3 R2 79583-2.1 02 [Printed] M1S6 [Stamped]
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Mastering SID Code (CD1-CD5, Variant 1): ifpi L909
Mould SID Code (CD1, CD3, Variant 1): IFPI 2U3W
Mould SID Code (CD2, CD4, CD5, Variant 1): IFPI 2U8E
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Mould SID Code (CD1, CD2, CD3 Variant 2): IFPI 2U3U
Mould SID Code (CD4, CD5 Variant 2): IFPI 2U7K
Rights Society: ASCAP
Rights Society: BMI
Barcode: 0 8122 79583 2 9

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack, released in 2005, captures the raw energy of the band's live performances. What makes it special is how it blends so many styles—folk rock, blues, psychedelic jams, and even free improvisation. It’s like a musical kaleidoscope. The album includes iconic tracks like "Truckin'" and "Dark Star," but here’s the kicker—some songs feature extended jams that feel like they could go on forever. For instance, "Space" and "The Other One" showcase their knack for turning concerts into mind-bending experiences. Oh, and fun detail: Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann split drum duties, keeping those grooves tight. If you’ve ever wondered what made The Grateful Dead legendary, this soundtrack pretty much sums it up.