Grateful Dead
Anthem Of The Sun- 50th Anniversary Edition
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Rediscover the sound that revolutionized rock with the Grateful Dead: Anthem Of The Sun - 50th Anniversary Edition. Released July 2018, this celebrated set includes two distinct mixes—the original 1968 version prized by purists and the fuller 1971 remix. Both mixes are freshly remastered to deliver the band’s most adventurous, psychedelic vibe yet, plus a complete, never-before-heard 1967 Winterland live show—featuring the first Grateful Dead recordings with rhythm master Mickey Hart.
Little-known facts:
Anthem Of The Sun was the first Dead album to blend avant-garde approaches—such as prepared piano and innovative tape editing—introducing the influence of Tom Constanten and expanding the band’s sonic palette.
The opening suite, “That’s It for the Other One”, was divided into four movements on early releases to maximize band royalties—a quirky business move unique to this album.
The mandala-inspired cover art by Bill Walker and trippy group photograph on the back add to the era’s surreal mystique.