Classic Rock

One of the premiere concert bands in history, the Dead were a fixture in the American summer concert scene until the death of lead guitarist Jerry Garcia in 1995.  Garcia's rolling, liquid style and calm onstage presence led the band to their status as the greatest of all concert rock bands.  Here are some samples of some of their best work.

The Very Best of the Grateful Dead

17 of the Dead's best songs.  From the early days to the band's last studio albums; includes flagship song "Truckin'."

Without a Net

Wonderful live album from one of the band's best tours.  Perhaps the best rendering of "Cassidy" they ever performed.

The Arista Years 

2-disk set.  Compilation of songs from the band's tenure with Arista Records.  A good basic sampling, although it leaves out some songs that really should be included in an anthology.

Terrapin Station

Symphony album.  Majestic in scope, brilliant in execution, this is a landmark album in the American music scene.  Rivals Zappa's "London Symphony Orchestra."

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Stevie Nicks

The reigning Queen of Rock & Roll.  Stevie's rich voice combined with unparalleled talent as a songwriter have made her a cultural icon.

Enchanted

Three-disk set, a compilation of Stevie's best solo work.  Includes tracks from her pre-Fleetwood Mac days, rarities, B-sides and, of course, her greatest solo hits.

Bella Donna

Stevie's first solo album.  Includes her first duet with Tom Petty, "Edge of Seventeen."

Stevie - Live at Red Rocks (DVD)

1987 concert video from Colorado's beautiful Red Rocks amphitheater.  Great performance of the haunting "Has Anyone Ever Written Anything For You."

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Very Best of Jethro Tull

Good compilation of the best songs from this unique band.

Oh Yeah! Ultimate Aerosmith Hits

Aerosmith is a classic rock band that's shown great staying power.  This album contains songs from three decades, including the underground hit "Big Ten Inch Record."

Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits

Songs from Dylan's acoustic era.  Released in 1966, this album is Dylan 101 for the new listener.

Bob Dylan's Greatest Hits Vol. II

Two-CD set of songs selected and compiled by Bob Dylan himself.  Great sampling from one of America's best songwriters.

Molly Hatchet

Classic Southern metal band.  Includes "Dreams I'll Never See,"probably Molly Hatchet's best song.

Strictly Commercial

Only a scratch on the surface of Zappa's brilliant career, but a good starting place for the aspiring Zappaphile.

Bad To The Bone

George Thorogood and the Delaware Destroyers in their debut album.  Some of the best guitar work you'll ever hear.

Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble - Greatest Hits

Stevie Ray 101.  Good compilation of some of this Texas guitarist's best work.

ZZ Top - Greatest Hits

Eighteen of ZZ Top's best, including a wonderful rendition of Elvis Presley's Viva Las Vegas.

Steely Dan - Aja

Unique blend of jazz and rock.  One of the best albums of the Seventies.

Hotel California

The best album from one of the greatest of classic rock bands.

Ted Nugent - Spirit of theWild

I admire Ted for many reasons, not all of which are about the music, although he certainly shines as a performer.  The name of this album says it all - when it comes to the wilds, Ted "gets it."