Anthem of the Sun

Grateful Dead

Anthem of the Sun

RELEASED: July 18, 1968
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. That's It for the Other One: I. Cryptical Envelopment; II. Quadlibet for Tender Feet; III. The Faster We Go, The Rounder We Get; IV. We Leave the Castle 7:31 2. New Potato Caboose 8:25 3. Born Cross-Eyed 2:06 4. Alligator 11:20 5. Caution (Do Not Stop on Tracks) 9:30
Historical Archive
Anthem of the Sun is the second studio album by the Grateful Dead, released in 1968. It is a unique blend of live and studio recordings, representing the band's experimental approach to music. The album features extended instrumental sections and a mix of various musical styles, including rock, blues, and psychedelia. Anthem of the Sun is notable for its innovative production techniques, including tape manipulation and the use of multiple sound sources. The album has since gained a cult following and is considered a significant release in the band's discography, reflecting their live improvisational style and the cultural atmosphere of the late 1960s.