American Beauty — 1970

The Dead's warmest studio record, full of country-folk songcraft like 'Box of Rain' and 'Ripple'. Mellow and beloved. An ideal entry point. The debut or early record that set the template.

On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.

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