The Music Never Stopped (album)

The Music Never Stopped is a compilation album released in 2011, serving as the soundtrack to the film of the same name. The film, The Music Never Stopped, is a drama about a father trying to reconnect with his estranged son who has a brain tumor that impairs his memory but leaves his love for the music of the Grateful Dead intact.

The album features a selection of Grateful Dead songs, many of which are performed by other artists. This distinguishes it from a typical "greatest hits" compilation. The focus is on showcasing the band's extensive catalog and how their music functions within the context of the film's narrative.

The tracklist includes both live and studio versions of classic Grateful Dead tracks, as well as interpretations by contemporary artists. The goal of the soundtrack is to capture the spirit and cultural impact of the Grateful Dead, rather than simply presenting their most commercially successful songs. It's intended to evoke the emotional themes of the movie, such as family, memory, and the power of music to heal and connect.