Grateful Dead Will Release “JULY 1978” – THE COMPLETE RECORDINGS

Grateful Dead Will Release “JULY 1978” – THE COMPLETE RECORDINGS Are you ready for “Betty”? If you just said it’s about time, we couldn’t agree more! We’re pleased to announce JULY 1978: THE COMPLETE RECORDINGS, five incredible unreleased shows and the first official release from the long-lost “Betty Boards,” recently returned to the Grateful Dead’s… Read More Grateful Dead Will Release “JULY 1978” – THE COMPLETE RECORDINGS

Dark Star Orchestra Announces Theme for NYE in Philly, Crosses 2,500 Show Threshold, Turns 18 This Week

Dark Star Orchestra Announces Theme for NYE in Philly, Crosses 2,500 Show Threshold, Turns 18 This Week & Returns to Jamaica in January Among other milestones it’s crossing this week, Dark Star Orchestra is finally old enough to vote. The band enters into its 18th year of performing on 11/11/15, the anniversary of their first performance in… Read More Dark Star Orchestra Announces Theme for NYE in Philly, Crosses 2,500 Show Threshold, Turns 18 This Week

Grateful Dead 50 – “All The Years Combine, They Melt Into a Dream” Series – Part 2 • Night 1 in Chicago

Grateful Dead 50  “All The Years Combine, They Melt Into a Dream” Pt. 2 Night 1 in Chicago Photos by Phil Clarkin The Eyes of the World lay on the Dead as they hit the stage for the first of their five “Fare Thee Well” run of shows, kicking off in Santa Clara. With all due… Read More Grateful Dead 50 – “All The Years Combine, They Melt Into a Dream” Series – Part 2 • Night 1 in Chicago

A Reflection on Grateful Dead 50 • “All the Years Combine, They Melt into a Dream” • Part 1

A Reflection on Grateful Dead 50 “All the Years Combine They Melt into a Dream” • Part 1 Photos by Phil Clarkin Out of respect for the Grateful Dead I’d like to break up my reflection into a series that examines Fare Thee Well from an angle less visited. Our focus has always been on… Read More A Reflection on Grateful Dead 50 • “All the Years Combine, They Melt into a Dream” • Part 1

moe. • Photo Recap • July 2, 2015- Live in Chicago

moe. Photo Recap • July 2, 2015 – Live in Chicago The Music Never Stopped – GD50 Weekend Paul Citone Photography 

Bill Kreutzmann “I would like to have a couple more shows on the East Coast” – PBS Interview

Bill Kreutzmann – “I Know I’m Going To Be Playing A Lot More” PBS Interview When the Dead started back in 1965 they never would have imagined that they would’ve become one of the most icon bands of all time. This past weekend the core four hit the stage along with Bruce Hornsby, Trey Anastasio, and Jeff… Read More Bill Kreutzmann “I would like to have a couple more shows on the East Coast” – PBS Interview

Fare Thee Well: Grateful Dead • Jay Blakesberg Photo Recap • Santa Clara

Grateful Dead Levi’s Stadium • Santa Clara, CA • June 27-28, 2015 Jay Blakesberg Photography June 27, 2015 June 28, 2015

The Golden Road to GD50: Furthur Lockn’ 2013 + Phil & Phriends Warfield 1999 with Trey

The Golden Road to GD50 Furthur Lockn’ 2013 and 1999 Warfield Phil & Phriends with Trey By John Mikeska Lockn’ Festival 2013  The scene around Lockn’ on this particular evening was nothing short of ethereal. The festival community experienced something so rare, so unique, it was magical. It’s worth stating that the lineup went: Trey Anastasio… Read More The Golden Road to GD50: Furthur Lockn’ 2013 + Phil & Phriends Warfield 1999 with Trey

Flashback Friday: To Terrapin: Hartford 5/28/77 – “Brown-Eyed Women”

By Mitchito I love this show. Every time I listen to it, I remember why I love this band so much. And if I wasn’t too busy listening to this show numerous times yesterday, I would have gotten this up for a Throwback Thursday. Fortunately, we have Flashback Friday. Starting off with a “Bertha” that… Read More Flashback Friday: To Terrapin: Hartford 5/28/77 – “Brown-Eyed Women”

Show Analysis – Dark Star Orchestra – Live at Higher Ground

Show Analysis of Dark Star Orchestra Live at Higher Ground May 11-12, 2015 • Burlington,VT By John Mikeska At best, it’s a misnomer to classify Dark Star Orchestra as a “cover band”. At worst, it’s a disservice to the incalculable tribute that DSO pays to the legacy of the Grateful Dead. In a way a… Read More Show Analysis – Dark Star Orchestra – Live at Higher Ground