Free delivery on many items.   Same-day despatch, no-question returns.   Authorised dealers - full technical support.   Online since 1997. Shop categories Information GRATEFUL DEAD American Beauty (remastered) (limited gatefold 180 gram audiophile vinyl LP + booket with obi-strip (indie exclusive)) Rhino High Fidelity US

Cat: 081227 814533. Rel: 29 Jul 24
Psychedelic/Garage Rock

Side 1 - Track 1. Box Of RainSide 1 - Track 2. Friend Of The DevilSide 1 - Track 3. Sugar MagnoliaSide 1 - Track 4. OperatorSide 1 - Track 5. CandymanSide 2 - Track 1. RippleSide 2 - Track 2. Brokedown PalaceSide 2 - Track 3. Till The Morning ComesSide 2 - Track 4. Attics Of My LifeSide 2 - Track 5. Truckin'

The Grateful Dead continues to polarise music aficionados, evoking strong affection or dismissal, with few remaining indifferent. Following 1970's Workingman's Dead, this album not only surpasses its predecessor in ensemble cohesion, lyrical depth, and instrumental prowess but also marks a leap in recording quality at Wally Heider Studios. Stanley Mouse's iconic artwork remains a standout in LP cover design history, complementing the album's greatness inside and out, particularly the unforgettable 'Truckin'. Rhino's reissue spares no expense, with robust cardboard packaging and a faithful Mouse reproduction that underscores the enduring appeal of tangible album art. Chris Bellman's masterful mastering achieves a sublime soundstage and exceptional dynamic range, surpassing even the original green-label edition. While Mobile Fidelity's 45RPM 2LP pressing edges ahead with a slightly deeper soundstage, Rhino's reissue remains a stellar testament to American Beauty's timeless brilliance.