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San Francisco, California, United States (1965 – 1995)

The Grateful Dead was a psychedelic jam folk bluegrass rock band that formed in 1965 in San Francisco, California, United States from the remnants of another band, “Mother McCree’s Uptown Jug Champions,” The Grateful Dead were known for their unique and eclectic songwriting style which fused elements of , music, , , , and , and also for live performances of long modal jams. The group disbanded immediately after the death of singer/guitarist Jerry Garcia in 1995.

The Grateful Dead consisted of: Jerry Garcia (vocals, guitar; 1965-1995), Bob Weir (guitar, vocals; 1965-1995), Phil Lesh (bass, vocals; 1965-1995), Bill Kreutzmann (drums, 1965-1995), Mickey Hart (drums; 1965-1970, 1974-1995), Ron “Pigpen” McKernan (keyboards, organ, harmonica, vocals; 1965-1972), Tom Constanten (piano; 1968-1970), Keith Godchaux (keyboards; 1971-1979), Donna Jean Godchaux (vocals; 1971-1979), Brent Mydland (keyboards, vocals; 1979-1990), Bruce Hornsby (keyboards; 1990-1992) and Vince Welnick (keyboards; 1990-1995). All of these members, with the exception of Hornsby (who was their induction presenter), were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1994. Lyricist Robert Hunter - who wrote many of the band’s songs - is often considered to be an unofficial member of the band and was also inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with the rest of the band.
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  • blutos

    I've been right here baby!

    yesterday morning
  • maddiejewell

    Where have you been all my life? <3

    Tuesday afternoon
  • TheFatChocobo

    The most therapeutic music I've ever encountered. The Grateful Dead are my favorite band, and have been for years. Nothing can ease the load the way the Dead do, and no matter how bad I'm feeling, they always help.

    Monday morning
  • satanistrue2you

    Last night i found out that dead culture is quite alive. i am 18 and i thought i had missed this part of history. i am genuinely happy that this exists.

    Sunday evening
  • PinkFloydrulez

    deadlistening has turned me onto so many great shows. i am forever indebted to that guy.

    last week
  • blutos

    I WILL MARRY YOU SWEET WILLIAM-O

    last week
  • HardRokas

    yeah, cool blog. Thanks for sharing.

    last week
  • randeezydizzle

    www.deadlistening.com ...really really really cool blog...this guy is a wordsmith when it comes to describing Dead shows and the music within said shows. you'll find lots and lots of hidden gems here. go check it out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    last week
  • randeezydizzle

    http://youtu.be/ZgYp9RM2xp8 IF YOU HAVE NOT HEARD THIS I FEEL SAD FOR YOU. so here you go, have a listen

    last week
  • PinkFloydrulez

    when they're off, it might be painful to listen to... but when they're on there ain't nothin' like 'em.

    last week
  • fleadilla

    Today's set = 3-26-1973 Baltimore Civic Center, Baltimore MD. Also, the Dead did way longer than 20 minute jam sessions. "Playing In The Band" 5/21/74 at the Edmunson Pavilion in Seattle, Washington clocks in at over 45 minutes long. This is just one single song. It can be heard here : http://www.archive.org/details/gd74-05-21.sbd-patched.wier.22801.sbeok.shnf

    11 days ago
  • PinkFloydrulez

    the one and only original all-american good-time band

    20 days ago
  • randeezydizzle

    Bobby's Awesome Funny Jokes Vol. 1 (6-7-70) bobby: "i say! my dog has no nose!" mickey (maybe): "no nose? how does he smell?" bobby: "blomin' awful!"

    20 days ago
  • randeezydizzle

    just went on a 69/70 Dark Star search, 9-19-70, 10-25-69.... also found 6-14-69 St. Stephen > The Eleven. transition is PERFECT. the Eleven might be the best one ever ALSO GO TO THIS SITE, THANK ME LATER www.headyversion.com

    20 days ago
  • srcorb

    the hidden tracks on DP 13 is melting my face

    20 days ago
  • hka555

    I think the dead is the only band I know that can do a 20 minute long jam session live

    22 days ago
  • JenaSunshine

    Hooray! When I listen to the Dead, I understand completely. They're great to listen to with friends. Even better alone. I love, love, love, love.

    23 days ago
  • PinkFloydrulez

    anthem of the sun is incredibly good. 3 years and how did i never fully realize this?

    23 days ago
  • adamngee

    Dig all the summer of 74 love goin on with Dave's Picks vol2, plus the 2012 bonus disc. Love that technicolor 74 Dead.

    last month
  • blutos

    JGB 09-01-1974 is the new mecca for all things Dead-related

    last month
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