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Grateful Dead To Release Box Set of 1977 Tour

Nick DeRiso — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:48:15 +0000

For fans of the Grateful Dead, their May 8, 1977 concert at Cornell University remains a touchstone moment, perhaps the most cherished set in a tapestry of legendary shows. Now, the band wants to expand that legend with a new ultra-rare 14-disc box set focusing on five complete shows from that '77 tour.

Warren Haynes to Lead Symphonic Celebration of Jerry Garcia

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:46:00 +0000

This summer Allman Brothers Band guitarist Warren Haynes is teaming with distinguished symphonies like the Boston Pops and the San Francisco Symphony to bring the music of Jerry Garcia to fans in an entirely new way. The collaborators will approach the late singer's original compositions and Grateful Dead hits at nine different halls and amphitheaters across the country.

40 Years Ago: Jerry Garcia Arrested for Speeding and Drug Possession In New Jersey

Dave Swanson — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 19:10:57 +0000

On March 27, 1973, Jerry Garcia was pulled over for what should have been a routine speeding ticket in New Jersey. The traffic stop turned into a full-on nightmare for the Grateful Dead leader when police searched his car, resulting in a charge for drug possession.

The Band, Grateful Dead + 'Dazed and Confused' Vinyl Announced for Record Store Day

Nick DeRiso — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:56:43 +0000

Rhino Records will celebrate Record Store Day with special vinyl releases focusing on the Band, the Grateful Dead and the hits-packed 'Dazed and Confused' soundtrack. These limited edition albums will be available at participating independent record stores on April 20.

40 Years Ago: Ron 'Pigpen' McKernan of the Grateful Dead Dies

Dave Swanson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:54:30 +0000

On March 8, 1973, Ron McKernan passed away at age 27. Better known as 'Pigpen', he was considered by many to be the heart and soul of the Grateful Dead, especially in the early days. The idea of starting the band was his, and soon, the Warlocks were born.

Bob Weir Storms Off Stage During Acoustic Performance in California

Billy Dukes — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 02:51:32 +0000

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Monday night's (March 4) acoustic performance by Bob Weir of the Grateful Dead was cut short when Weir stood up and abruptly left the stage, mid-song. He was growing irritated with several chatty audience members, before leaving during Bob Dylan's 'A Hard Rain's A Gonna Fall.'

Grateful Dead Belt Buckle Sells for $2,000 on eBay

Karen 'Gilly' Laney — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 16:20:44 +0000

A Grateful Dead belt buckle designed with the iconic ‘Steal Your Face’ emblem sold for big money on eBay recently. Formed in the style of an Owsley ‘Bear’ Stanley belt buckle, this custom made piece managed to steal more than face; it stole someone’s money, $2,000.00 to be exact.

Grateful Dead And Love Vinyl Coming For Record Store Day's Black Friday Event

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:30:15 +0000

It may feel like a struggle to get up off the couch and stand in line for all those sales the day after Thanksgiving — but the folks behind Record Store Day are working overtime to lure you out to your local music retailer with a bevy of Black Friday exclusives. Rhino Records will be [...]

The Grateful Dead Announce New 'Dave's Picks' Series Of Live Releases

Matt Wardlaw — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:48 +0000

Although the “road trips” might be coming to an end, it turns out that the Grateful Dead will keep the highway open with a new series of live releases curated by Dead archivist David Lemieux.