Released: 29/07/22
Europe ’72 captures the Grateful Dead’s first North American tour outside the U.S., featuring highlights from 22 shows across six countries. Released in 1972 to critical and commercial acclaim, the double-platinum album is a cornerstone of their live legacy. The 2011 release of the full 73-CD boxed set deepened appreciation for the tour’s consistent excellence.
This 4-CD set spotlights the final European show on May 26, 1972, at the Lyceum Theatre — the penultimate performance of founding member Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, who delivered standout performances despite failing health. The tour represents a peak in the Dead’s career, celebrated for unforgettable, top-tier performances at every stop.