Set Lists

1967 - 1995

A Two Disc Compilation 

Fallout from the Phil Zone review

Fallout From the Phil Zone is a collection of songs throughout the Grateful Dead’s career. Bassist Phil Lesh selected the songs, and they include bits of shows that probably wouldn’t make it out of the Grateful Dead’s vault otherwise or are some of his favorite versions of chosen songs. 

Fallout From the Phil Zone features music from 1967 to 1995. However, the predominance is from the Pig Peg era. He is on the whole first disc and almost half of the second. And, three songs, “Dancin' In The Street,” “Viola Lee Blues,” and “Midnight Hour” combined clock in at over 72 minutes. Certainly noteworthy is “Hard to Handle”; it is released in audience format, because a soundboard of the show doesn’t exist. Many Grateful Dead fans claim this version of  the song while others argue for the April 29, 1971, version (released on Ladies and Gentlemen). My vote goes to April 29.  

Fallout From the Phil Zone includes a multitude of diamonds in the rough. If you favor the early periods you'll want this: otherwise, it is nice, but non-essential.  by Barry Small © 
Grade  B