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"THE FLIGHT"... ( Airplane, J. Starship, Tuna )
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Fly Jefferson AirplaneFly Jefferson Airplane
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Essential film clips of the group during their creative peak plus 2004 interviews.
Surrealistic PillowSurrealistic Pillow by Jefferson Airplane
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JEFFERSON AIRPLANE...The vocals (Slick, Balin), pronounced bass (Casady), guitar fusion (Kaukonen), rhythm guitar/space (Kantner) and jazz drumming (Dryden) were in my book Rock #1 from 1967-69. This album is 2nd to none.
VolunteersVolunteers by Jefferson Airplane
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Expanding to new horizons.
Crown of CreationCrown of Creation by Jefferson Airplane
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Labeled "The True Airplane Sound".
After Bathing at Baxter'sAfter Bathing at Baxter's by Jefferson Airplane
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Psychedelia, the suites and the chaos.
Bless Its Pointed Little HeadBless Its Pointed Little Head by Jefferson Airplane
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Live operating on all cylinders. The King Kong movie introduction sets the perfect vibe.
Jefferson Airplane Takes OffJefferson Airplane Takes Off by Jefferson Airplane
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Wonderful harmony featuring Signe Anderson before Grace Slick came on board.
Jefferson AirplaneJefferson Airplane by Jefferson Airplane
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The reunion cd had good songs. The mix though sounds a bit too much MTV 1980's.
Early FlightEarly Flight by Jefferson Airplane
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Hard to find early gems featuring both Signe Anderson and Grace Slick.
Jefferson Airplane Loves YouJefferson Airplane Loves You by Jefferson Airplane
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JEFFERSON AIRPLANE COLLECTIONS..... "Wooden Ships".... Quad and regular recordings are my favorite song. The box set highlight is an early live concert from The Fillmore Auditorium.
2400 Fulton Street2400 Fulton Street by Jefferson Airplane
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Great collection for beginners. The sound has improved on later releases.
Dragon FlyDragon Fly by Jefferson Starship
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JEFFERSON STARSHIP...This half of the Airplane over a long period gradually turned more commercial. These are my choices from this band..."Ride The Tiger" starts a new chapter.
Red OctopusRed Octopus by Jefferson Starship
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"Miracles" brings in a new crossover audience in the mode of Fleetwood Mac.
First Pull Up, Then Pull DownFirst Pull Up, Then Pull Down by Hot Tuna
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HOT TUNA...Great electric/acoustic country blues, rock band that later went more metal...This one's live going electric from Santa Cruz featuring "Keep Your Lamps Trimmed And Burnin".
Hot TunaHot Tuna by Hot Tuna
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The most popular for the majority in acoustic form starts with a favorite "Hesitation Blues".
BurgersBurgers by Hot Tuna
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The band goes more country using great fiddler Papa John Creach. Their first studio LP -"Keep On Truckin".
America's ChoiceAmerica's Choice by Hot Tuna
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Metal/Hard Rock guitar fusion shows a different side of Jorma Kaukonen's talent -"Serpent Of Dreams".
Yellow FeverYellow Fever by Hot Tuna
Continuing the same style with a little more Blues/Rock doing "Baby What You Want Me To Do" and "Jelly Roll".
QuahQuah by Jorma Kaukonen
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SIDE PROJECTS....My favorites are this Kaukonen solo, Kantner's "Empire" with well known backing musicians and "Grace Slick & The Great Society" live... Jorma shines in laid back form.
Blows Against the EmpireBlows Against the Empire by Paul Kantner & Jefferson Starship
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Paul Kantner epitome recording lays the foundation for the future - Jefferson Starship.
ManholeManhole by Grace Slick
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Grace solo album captures her at peak vocal power.
SunfighterSunfighter by Paul Kantner
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Paul and Grace underrated duo LP has its moments highlighting on "Diana".
Baron Von Tollbooth And The Chrome NunBaron Von Tollbooth And The Chrome Nun by Paul Kantner & Grace Slick
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SOME EXTRAS are listed after #24...Jefferson Airplane was and will always be my favorite American Rock Band. No two live concerts were ever the same...This one is a hit and miss.
Collector's ItemCollector's Item by Grace Slick & the Great Society
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ALSO...(JA) "Woodstock" & "Monterey Pop" CD box sets; "Gimme Shelter" DVD; (JS)"Deep Space/Virgin Sky"-Grace last appearance; (HT)"Double Dose"; (JORMA)"Typewriter Tapes"-J.Joplin box set.....This Great Society live album is the hidden treasure of the 1960's.
Winds of ChangeWinds of Change by Jefferson Starship
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THE REST...Mickey Thomas Starship era personal pick. The first half is strong.
Jefferson Starship. Platinum & Gold CollectionJefferson Starship. Platinum & Gold Collection by Jefferson Starship
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Remastered sound makes this collection the best choice for Jefferson Starship. The sequence is a mess because Marty Balin and Mickey Thomas songs should have been in chronological order.
Jefferson's Tree of LibertyJefferson's Tree of Liberty by Jefferson Starship
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Returnng to the early roots of Airplane Folk/Rock, Cathy Richardson brings new life to the veteran outfit.
Born to Be BurnedBorn to Be Burned by The Great Society
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Three versions of "Free Advice" make for a good follow up to the live CD.
Jefferson Starship: The Definitive ConcertJefferson Starship: The Definitive Concert
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DVD's...Grace rocks in a black widow style outfit.
Greatest Video HitsGreatest Video Hits
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"Stranger" and "Winds Of Change" wing it.
Hot Tuna - 25 Years and Runnin' Live at SweetwaterHot Tuna - 25 Years and Runnin' Live at Sweetwater
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Acoustic fine wine with guest Bob Weir on "Maggie's Farm". Maria Muldaur also sits in.
Electric Hot Tuna - Live at the FillmoreElectric Hot Tuna - Live at the Fillmore
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Electric hometown concert with funny Wavy Gravy. They peak late.
A Night at the Family Dog 1970 (The Grateful Dead / Jefferson Airplane / Santana)A Night at the Family Dog 1970 (The Grateful Dead / Jefferson Airplane / Santana)
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The Classic line-ups of three Rock Hall Of Fame bands all having a great night - Jefferson Airplane, Santana and The Grateful Dead.
Go Ride the Music and West PoleGo Ride the Music and West Pole
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All systems are go as The Airplane soars! Quicksilver also rocks the park.
At the Family Dog BallroomAt the Family Dog Ballroom by Jefferson Airplane
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JEFFERSON AIRPLANE OTHER LIVE CD CHOICES...Great versions of "Volunteers" plus good sound quality At The Family Dog. No banter just music.
Sweeping Up the Spotlight: Jefferson Airplane Live at the Fillmore East 1969Sweeping Up the Spotlight: Jefferson Airplane Live at the Fillmore East 1969 by Jefferson Airplane
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At times raggedy. Jack Casady does shake the room on "The Ballad Of You & Me & Pooneil".
Live at the Fillmore EastLive at the Fillmore East by Jefferson Airplane
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Funky "Other Side Of This Life" and wacky Grace Slick banter. Both Fillmore's feel the band and audience. They are produced like it's one show.
Cleared for Take OffCleared for Take Off by Jefferson Airplane
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BOOTLEG - Songs from "Takes Off" and "Surrealistic Pillow" recorded at Winterland is OK for an extreme fan... GOLDEN GATE PARK is only for completists.
Jefferson Airplane: The Woodstock ExperienceJefferson Airplane: The Woodstock Experience by Jefferson Airplane
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"Eskimo Blue Day" highlights the breakfast set from Bethel, N.Y. They were supposed to headline the night before.
Live at the Monterey FestivalLive at the Monterey Festival by Jefferson Airplane
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In the studio or live Jefferson Airplane was a great band. Monterey was huge.