Track List

Shady Grove review

Shady Grove is a collection of songs that influenced Jerry Garcia and David Grisman that were recorded in the early 1990's at Grisman's studio. The songs styles include hints of acoustic blues, jug,  country, dawg, bluegrass, and more. This was released after the death of Jerry Garcia and the songs were taken from David Grisman’s vault.  Many fans are thankful that David Grisman had the foresight to have his tape machine running so frequently when the two masters would get together to play music. 

This release includes many songs that the band performed in concert. Certainly the title track is among the best on this CD, a great version of "Shady Grove" is also included on their CD The Pizza Tapes.  Grateful Dead fans will be sure to enjoy their interpretation of "Jackaroo," a staple with the Grateful Dead. 

Of the thirteen songs: five are duets, two of which Garcia plays banjo; five songs include David Grisman quintet members Joe Craven and Jim Kerwin; and three tracks are trios that include guests Bryan Bowers (autoharp), Matt Eakle (flute) and Will Scarlet (harmonica). 

1. Shady Grove (Traditional) - 4:19
2. Stealin' (Traditional) - 3:31
3. Off to Sea Once More (Traditional) - 5:48
4. The Sweet Sunny South (Traditional) - 3:25
5. Louis Collins (Traditional) - 5:57
6. Fair Ellender (Traditional) - 6:05
7. Jack-A-Roe (Traditional) - 4:02
8. Casey Jones (Traditional) - 4:07
9. Dreadful Wind and Rain (Traditional) - 4:46
10. I Truly Understand (Traditional) - 3:40
11. The Handsome Cabin Boy (Traditional) - 6:13
12. Whiskey in the Jar (Traditional) - 4:14
13. Down in the Valley (Traditional) - 4:59

Hidden Track
14. Hesitation Blues (Traditional)