VA - Freeform Chronicles, Timeless Jam Band Rock (A Butterboy Compilation) (8 x CDs)

JAM BANDS

VA - Freeform Chronicles, Timeless Jam Band Rock (A Butterboy Compilation) (8 x CDs)

Jam rock, a subgenre of rock music, emerged from the improvisational and free-spirited traditions of jazz and blues. It emphasizes extended musical solos and spontaneous creativity, rather than strict adherence to a predetermined structure. Jam bands thrive on creating diverse and eclectic soundscapes, influenced by various genres like jazz, bluegrass, folk, funk, and more.

The origins of jam rock can be traced back to the 1960s with bands like the Grateful Dead, whose music reflected a wide range of influences and a tendency for extended improvisations. These bands prided themselves on their unique approach to music-making, shunning rigid formats in favor of fluid, exploratory jams that allowed them to express their creativity fully.

As the genre evolved through the 1970s and 1980s, bands like Phish, The Allman Brothers Band, Gov't Mule and Medeski, Martin & Wood further expanded the boundaries of jam rock. They incorporated elements from different musical traditions and used new technology, such as synthesizers and electronic effects, to enhance their sound. This era marked a period of innovation and diversification within the jam rock community.

In the 1990s and 2000s, jam rock solidified its place in the broader music culture. The rise of music festivals and the internet allowed fans to connect, share recordings, and discover new artists. Festivals became venues where jam bands could showcase their evolving sound and where the genre could continue to grow.

Today, jam rock is carried forward by new bands who bring their own influences on the genre while staying true to its roots in improvisation and eclecticism. The genre remains dynamic and adaptable, continually incorporating new influences and ideas. Jam rock's emphasis on creativity, community, and inclusivity ensures that it remains a vital and evolving part of the music landscape.

Jam rock songs are often characterized by their length, as they feature extended musical solos and improvisational segments. Unlike traditional rock songs that typically run for three to four minutes, jam rock tracks can easily extend to ten minutes or longer. This expansive format allows for creativity and spontaneity, making each performance a unique experience. The length of these songs is a defining feature of the genre, highlighting the musicians' ability to explore and experiment with their sound in real-time. This genre fosters a strong sense of community and inclusivity, making it a dynamic and evolving part of the music landscape. (B)

Featured in this collection are 80 extended tracks spread across 8 CDs, offering nearly 14 hours of exceptional music that epitomize the Jam band experience. Enjoy the journey through this extensive musical adventure.

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Track lists

CD1

01 Grateful Dead - Fire on The Mountain 15:09

02 Chris Robinson Brotherhood - Vibration & Light Suite 16:34

03 Butterfield Blues Band - East-West 13:11

04 Al Kooper & Mike Bloomfield - His Holy Modal Majesty 9:12

05 Medeski, Scofield, Martin & Wood - Sunshine of Your Love 10:49

06 Little feat - Dixie Chicken 8:58

07 Ryan Adams & The Cardinals - Peaceful Valley 3:42

08 Pink Floyd - Interstellar Overdrive 9:41

09 Chicago - Poem 58 8:37

10 Naxatras - All the Stars Collide Into a Single Ray 8:59

CD2

11 Allman Brothers Band - Whipping Post 22:53

12 Quicksilver Messenger Service - The Fool 11:58

13 The Black Crowes - Thorn in My Pride 6:03

14 Phish - You Enjoy Myself 9:50

15 Stephen Stills & Al Kooper - Season of the Witch 11:07

16 Bela Fleck & the Flecktones - Big Country 5:31

17 Bobby and The Midnites - Josephine 6:06

18 Peter Green - Homage to The God of Light 13:34

19 Space Collective - The Trichophantic Spire 8:25

20 Grateful Dead - Dark Star 23:09

CD3

21 Jefferson Airplane - Spare Chaynge 9:13

22 Majic Ship - Down By The River, What It's Worth 10:54

23 Widespread Panic - Rebirtha 7:19

24 Blues Traveler - Traveler's Suite 20:21

25 Grand Funk Railroad - Closer to Home, I'm Your Captain 10:10

26 Gov't Mule - Same as it Ever Was 6:44

27 Canned Heat - Fried Hockey Boogie 11:05

28 Umphrey's McGee - August 15:38

29 Moe. with John Hiatt - The Ballad of Curtis Loew 4:53

30 Goose - Dripfield 7:05

CD4

31 Allman Brothers Band - In Memory of Elizabeth Reed 12:45

32 Caravan - Nine Feet Underground 22:44

33 7 Walkers - Louisiana Rain 8:06

34 Phish - You Enjoy Myself 9:50

35 dom - Devil's Grandma 6:32

36 Supertramp - Fool's Overture 10:52

37 Dave Matthews Band - Two Step 6:26

38 Taste - Blister on The Moon 3:27

39 Marshall Tucker Band - Take The Highway 6:15

40 Frank Zappa - Stucco Homes 9:08

CD5

41 Acid Rooster - Refractions 20:55

42 Byzantium - Something You Said - A Trilogy. Pt. 1 Something You Said. Pt. 2 I Can See You. Pt. 3 Morning 20:34

43 Chris Robinson Brotherhood - Narcissus Soaking Wet 7:06

44 Cargo - Sail Inside 10:54

45 Santana - Every Step of The Way 9:01

46 Hot Tuna - Serpent of Dreams 6:50

47 Ozric Tentacles - Eternal Wheel 8:22

48 Acid Mothers Temple & The Cosmic Inferno - Ecstacy in Hell 4:56

49 Earthless - Sonic Prayer 21:00

50 Canned Heat - Parthenogenesis 20:00

CD6

51 Seven That Spells - Stara Planina (Slight Return) 17:27

52 Bridge - Stranger in My Own Home 5:11

53 Gnod - The World is Good 6:48

54 The Big Wu - Take The World By Storm 7:53

55 Oh Sees - Clearly Invisible 15:37

56 Weites Luftmeer - Emergency Airlock System 7:32

57 Takeshi's Cashew - Serpentines (to Nikšic) 4:47

58 Knall - Zongazonga 8:20

59 Pyramidal - Black Land 8:59

60 Cherokee Mist - Orange Cucumber 22:18

CD7

61 Tedeschi Trucks Band - Pasaquan 12:15

62 Frank Zappa - The Gumbo Variations 12:54

63 Moe. - Happy Hour Hero 14:38

64 Hookworms - Form and Function 5:50

65 Jimi Hendrix - Freedom 4:22

66 Kozmotron - Devil Ether 8:19

67 Acid Rooster - Oculatus Abyss 5:08

68 Rostro Del Sol - Effect of Creation 8:53

69 Minami Deutsch - Can't Get There 7:17

70 Neil Young - Like a Hurricane 8:17

CD8

71 My Morning Jacket - One Big Holiday 5:21

72 Jerry Garcia Band - Shining Star 13:22

73 String Cheese Incident - Black Clouds 13:03

74 Ryan Adams & The Cardinals - Let it Ride 3:23

75 Quicksilver Messenger Service - Fresh Air 5:22

76 Grateful Dead - Hell in A Bucket 6:24

77 Naxatras - space-tunnel 6:05

78 King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard - Rattlesnake 7:48

79 Heavy Pets - Second Sky 5:30

80 Jimi Hendrix Experience - Voodoo Child (Slight Return) 7:59

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