Shakedown Street Expanded & Remastered

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Nice CD. First time I’ve had a receipt that had words of encouragement and I was sure needing it at the time. Thank you!

When The Grateful Dead began their stay with Arista with mixed or disappointing resulting with the release of Terrapin Station in 1977, the band would do even better with this dynamic hit album the following year. Shakedown Street, released in 1978, gave listeners and critics a mesmerizing showcase which combine new directions in music and commercial success ‘their way’, despite The Dead’s sudden, inexplicable fascination with disco, and they did with instant success and less controversy, which came as an unexpected pleasure to some (The Rolling Stones and Earth, Wind And Fire did include some elements of disco in their music, but seriously remained close to their original art). Beginning with a slick version of The Rascal’s Good Lovin’, the topsy-turvy track set conclude well on other memorable tuneful songs like Serengeti, Fire On The Mountain, From The Heart In Me, the Jerry Garcia- Robert Hunter com- position Stagger Lee—this is not to be confused with the Lloyd Price classic, and All New Minglewood Blues. Although their albums of the late-1970’s have left the most enthusiastic Deadheads to demand something more of the band, Shakedown Street was able to return the favour, as the expanded edition feature an array of live bonus tracks. So with Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann firing up the percussion along with The Dead’s high-rocking rhythm, Shakedown Street serve as a timeless example of how they dealt with change without losing their step.

This LP/CD is a gem from the Grateful Dead. Very over-looked. The music is very much different, but if you have an open mind this will change your previous thoughts of the group. This is so much not like them, and that's what make it so good. Would recommend.

Out of all of the Dead's studio output, this one and 1989's 'Built to Last' seem to be the two albums that divide Deadheads. Some Deadheads will praise 1978's 'Shakedown Street' for being different and risky in the Dead's catalogue (I think the Dead took chances here and created music on this one that they would never attempt to do again); others will say that it is a mess and a horrendously-doctored studio product.I'm of the former opinion. I think 'Shakedown Street' is a fine album. If this had been a, let's just say, Fleetwood Mac album, it would have garnered universal praise. But because it is the Grateful Dead and it does not have that "live" feel to it, Deadheads and critics are often very quick to write this album off as useless. Not so, I say.The album offers many concert staples that the Dead performed frequently over the years, including 'Fire on the Mountain,' the title track (which many people call the Dead's "disco" track -- while it does have a disco beat, yes, it does sound mighty funky and I really do love it, especially live), 'All New Minglewood Blues' (frequently shortened to 'New Minglewood Blues' on concert releases and bootlegs), and 'I Need a Miracle' were all concert staples, and they all appear here in their studio form.There is a lousy tune here, I'm afraid. Donna Jean Godchaux's 'From the Heart of Me' is an utterly disposable ballad. Yes, Donna Jean could sing. She had a fine voice. But she was absolutely wrong for the Grateful Dead, in my opinion. This is another area in which Deadheads are divided. Some will say she fit the band's harmonies perfectly; others (like myself) think that she was a tad annoying and overbearing, especially in concert. But this seems to be the only one here. This song, in fact, is the only reason I am deducting a star.Overall, the Dead's second album for Arista is well worth a listen. Don't listen to other Deadheads who knock this one. I recommend any curious or fanatical Deadhead buy 'Shakedown Street' and judge for themselves whether or not they like it. I'll admit it right now, this is by no means the Dead's best studio album, but it is not the horrible album most people here on Amazon and elsewhere write it off to be.And, just as a side note, how can you go wrong with that album cover? In my opinion, this ranks up there as one of the Dead's coolest album covers.Check out 'Shakedown Street.' You just might like it.

Love the "extras" at the end of the CD reminds me of home with the family in the lots of the concerts! Thanks for years of memories!!

Bought this album after learning that the MLB Giants' starting pitcher Jake Peavey listens to it in the clubhouse prior to each game he starts. The younger players don't get why, but the secret is why you listen to the Dead in the first place. Its about love and loving each other. That being said, this album holds up well. It's a real slice of the 70s.

Man, just an excellent addition to my vinyl! Great condition and shipped quickly, thanks!

Great music

Commandé le 11/11 reçu le 16 semble bon état. Pas encore écouté en entier mais sympa. Merci pour le service et le prix. On reviendra.

Certamente non il loro miglior lavoro ma se si amano i Grateful Dead non si può non averlo, comprato in cd per non rovinare ulteriormente il vinile originali

Lieferung heute erhalten! Habe diese CD für meinen Freund bestellt! Vielen Dank!

Allow me to boost the averages on this one, admittedly a bit sentimental because the first record I ever purchased at 18. The Grateful Dead, who be they, with that fantastic cover? Now having listened to more of the 'older' stuff I might see why the Dead 'purists' may not like this. But this is not fair because this is the Dead keeping abreast of the times, yes there are dance beats and late 70's production but they have a special 'Dead head' twist to them, a particular character, showing the rest how to do it if you like and with a touch of soul as well! Some absolutely beautiful, catchy tracks, memorable guitar riffs for the rockers, but no fillers. The sleve notes say that SS was knocked out 'in a rush'but it does not sound like it. Might be desrcibed as a more accessible DeadI had to have this new version when it became available along with Terrapin S., nicely remastered from Rhino. Also one of the all time great covers which I have photoed, enlarged and framed!