The turn of the decade brought their most enduring studio successes: Workingman's Dead and American Beauty . Despite these being their biggest hits, the band pivoted away from the studio to focus on their live sound. This era saw the emergence of keyboardist Keith Godchaux, whose influence on the jams starting in 1971 was described by the Grateful Dead Guide as "tremendous," fundamentally changing the "elasticity" of their performances.
For fans looking to explore the Grateful Dead's discography in more depth, there are numerous Blogspot resources available. is a comprehensive blog featuring reviews, analysis, and discussion of the band's albums. DeadBase is a fan-created database of Grateful Dead live shows, featuring setlists, reviews, and photos. grateful dead discography blogspot