Jerry & Dawg like never before — Bare Bones Coming December 13th
Round Records is proud to partner with Acoustic Disc to reintroduce the recordings of David Grisman & Jerry Garcia with the debut of Bare Bones, a collection of duo performances exploring the foundation of their beloved studio recordings due for release on December 13th. The compilation presents 51 tracks captured during the duo’s intimate sessions at Grisman’s home studio showcasing the original, unembellished master recordings, alternate takes, and the first performances of classic tunes from their songbook.
The first volume includes seven master takes released on Garcia/Grisman, Shady Grove, and Been All Around This World. The remaining 12 tracks, mostly from Not For Kids Only, were recorded as duos but were embellished with percussion, fiddle, autoharp, vocal harmonies, and yes, even insects while Jerry was out touring. They are presented here for the first time in their original unadorned state.
The second volume is comprised of unreleased original recorded versions of tunes that became staples of the Garcia/Grisman repertoire – “Grateful Dawg,” “Dawg’s Waltz,” and “Arabia.” Also included are duo versions of other songs all subsequently arranged with bassist Jim Kerwin and multi-instrumentalist, Joe Craven — “Two Soldiers,” “Take Me,” and the perennial Grateful Dead favorite, “Friend of the Devil.”
The last volume within the collection assembles 16 alternate takes of duo recordings released on Garcia/Grisman, Not For Kids Only, Shady Grove, and even Volume II of this series. Free from deadlines and full of inspiration, Jerry and David would often revisit songs across multiple sessions. While only one take could make the cut for any given album, these alternate takes showcase the duo’s immense creativity and lust for new possibilities. As Dawg says in the closing liner notes, “…these recordings can be heard from a more historical (or should I say hysterical) perspective.”
The Bare Bones collection will be released in two physical configurations: a 3-CD set containing all three individual volumes; and individual 2-LP pressings for each volume. The 3-CD set and first installment in the vinyl series (Bare Bones: Volume I – Master Takes) will be released in-stores and online on December 13th — and are now available for pre-order from Garcia Family Provisions. Volume I will also be available in two exclusive editions: a lavender-colored eco-mix* vinyl pressed in a limited edition of 1,000 for Barnes & Noble; and a purple blast-colored vinyl pressed in a limited edition of 3,000 for locally owned & operated independent record stores. Stay tuned for more information about release dates for Volume II and Volume III on LP…
*This Eco-Mix vinyl is created from a 100% recycled compound made of trimmed flash and leftovers from any color which cannot otherwise be reused. These pieces are then recycled and re-used for production of future discs. With Eco-Mix, every disc looks a little different from the last.
