Round Record is proud to reintroduce the recordings of David Grisman & Jerry Garcia with the debut of Bare Bones, a collection of duo performances exploring the foundation of their beloved studio recordings. Spanning 3 discs, the compilation includes the original, unembellished master recordings, alternate takes, and the first performances of classic tunes the duo recorded. After over 30 years, Grisman has opened the Dawg Vault to curate a collection honoring the magic of their studio works.
S**N
VERY FINE SET OF DUO RECORDINGS FROM GARCIA/GRISMAN.
"We should make a record so we'll have an excuse to get together". Garcia to Grisman.This is a great compilation from Garcia/Grisman. Heard here are Garcia--vocals, guitar, banjo. Grisman--mandolin, mandola, banjo, vocals. Vol.1 has three tracks from previous duo albums. The remaining 12 tracks are the original, unadorned songs from the "Not For Kids Only" album. Originally embellished with other instruments, here they're heard in the original duo recordings.Vol. 2 has original versions of tunes that the duo liked to play, plus versions arranged for a band, but here (including "Friend Of The Devil") they are duo recordings. These tracks haven't been heard in 30 years until now. Vol. 3 is full of alternate takes from the "Garcia/Grisman", "Shady Grove", "Not For Kids" albums plus a few from Vol.2 in this set.The sound is superb--clean, clear, and immediate sounding. The separation of instruments and vocals is truly very fine across all these tunes. The 10 page booklet has short essays and track lists on the individual discs plus b&w photos of the duo. The discs snap into trays in the four-fold cardboard package. There's a full pocket for the booklet.If this type of music from these two fine bluegrass musicians is your thing--get this. The chance to hear the unadorned original duo recordings plus tunes not heard for decades is a real treat. All in all, a very fine release from Grisman's label.
C**E
Jerry Jerry Jerry
Love me some new Jerry
G**9
Nice tunes
Nice to hear and great to drive to
S**Z
Two friends just picking and playing
Great album of two friends just jamming
M**R
Fantastic CD
Three cds worth owning if you love music.
H**K
great music
if you like the dead and blue grass this albums for you
S**E
Nice Garcia & Grisman performances
The best songs are sadly exactly the same performance as on other CDs. With all of their performing together, it’s a shame to prey of Deadheads who were hoping for a new version of these tunes. Jerry Garcia never played the same song exactly the same! Jerry would be disappointed! ☹️
D**Y
It is like you are sitting in the room while these two play!
It is like you are sitting in the room while these two play! A few classics, and some very old American folk classics. A gentle, unhurried pace. beautiful. Even the practice sessions are brilliant. Just 2 old friends enjoying the camaraderie. Feels like I should have a Mason jar filled with Apple Pie sitting on the table.
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