Name: Hempsteader: Live At The Calderone Concert Hall, Hempstead, New York, June 25, 1976
Brand: New Riders Of The Purple Sage

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810075113921

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Limited edition

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2024-04-19

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New Riders Of The Purple Sage

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Rock-Pop

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Omnivore Recordings

New Riders of the Purple Sage is an American country rock band that was founded in 1969 in San Francisco. With their unique blend of country, rock, and psychedelic influences, they quickly gained a dedicated following. Known for their tight harmonies and infectious melodies, the band has released numerous albums over the years and continues to captivate audiences with their timeless sound.
From their early days playing alongside iconic bands like the Grateful Dead to their current lineup, New Riders of the Purple Sage has remained true to their roots while also evolving as musicians. Their music effortlessly combines elements of traditional country with a modern twist, creating a sound that is both familiar and fresh.
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18 tracks recorded during one of their live peaks in one of their hottest markets • Contains several of John Dawson’s classic originals and covers of Chuck Berry, Otis Redding, The Rolling Stones, and more • Packaging features photos and liner notes from NRPS archivist and SiriusXM personality Rob Bleetstein Sit back, spark one up and let Hempsteader take you back to one supremely rocking night on Long Island with the New Riders. ––Rob Bleetstein, from his liner notes New Riders Of The Purple Sage emerged out of the San Francisco music scene in 1969—their original lineup featuring several Grateful Dead members—and soon became one of the hottest live acts to catch. They released their debut in 1971 (peaking at #39 on the Top 200) and 1973’s The Adventures Of Panama Red reached RIAA Gold status. Hempsteader: Live At The Calderone Concert Hall, Hempstead, New York, June 25, 1976 captures the band live and on fire on the heels of their MCA New Riders release. Several of John “Marmaduke” Dawson’s original fan favorites like “Henry,” “Portland Woman” and “Glendale Train” are given prime treatment, especially this version of “Portland Woman” which finds the band stretching out with guitarist David Nelson and pedal steel guitarist Buddy Cage taking the song to new places and heights. The band also delves into covers by the likes of Delbert McClinton, Hazel Dickens, Jack Tempchin (Eagles, Johnny Rivers, Glenn Frey), Loudon Wainwright III, Chuck Berry, and tremendous takes on the Otis Redding classic “Hard To Handle” (which Grateful Dead fans will recall from their earlier days) and the The Rolling Stones’ “Dead Flowers.” As with Thanksgiving In New York City, Field Trip, and Lyceum ’72, this release is helmed and Produced for release by Rob Bleetstein—Host and Producer on SiriusXM’s Grateful Dead and Pearl Jam channels, and NRPS archivist. Bleetstein also provided photos and liner notes. Available on CD and high-resolution digital (where available), Hempsteader: Live At The Calderone Concert Hall, Hempstead, New York, June 25, 1976 is a chance to relive that time and place, or just feel like you were there.

Hempsteader: Live At The Calderone Concert Hall, Hempstead, New York, June 25, 1976

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Discover Hempsteader: Live At The Calderone Concert Hall, June 25, 1976 by New Riders of the Purple Sage on Omnivore Recordings. Live tracks from a legendary night in Hempstead.