Here is the latest news from David Gans, producer and host of the Grateful Dead Hour.
“It’s a Hand-Me-Down” in high-res
Grateful Dead Hour no. 1423
Week of December 28, 2015
Part 1 34:02
Grateful Dead 6/4/78 Campus Stadium, UC Santa Barbara
BERTHA->
GOOD LOVIN’
DIRE WOLF
ME AND MY UNCLE->
BIG RIVER
BROWN-EYED WOMEN
Part 2 21:58
Circles Around the Sun, Interludes for the Dead
SCARLOTTA’S MAGNOLIAS
Bob Dylan, The Cutting Edge 1965-1966: The Bootleg Series, Vol.12 (Deluxe Edition)
VISIONS OF JOHANNA (Take 5 11/30/65)
Support for the Grateful Dead Hour comes this week from:
Dead and Company – Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart, John Mayer, Jeff Chimenti and Oteil Burbridge – on tour from coast to coast November 11 through December 31. Complete details and ticketing at www.deadandcompany.com.
The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York. Powerhouse Grateful Dead tribute band Joe Russo’s Almost Dead will defy the laws of Grateful Dead gravity at The Cap on Friday, January 1 and Saturday, January 2. Joe Russo’s Almost Dead is in greater demand than ever, selling out shows all over the country. Be sure to get your tickets sooner than later. Events, information, and ticketing at thecapitoltheatre.com.
Grateful Dead Hour no. 1422
Week of December 21, 2015
Part 1 42:24
Grateful Dead 6/28/88 Saratoga (NY) Performing Arts Center
SPACE->
I WILL TAKE YOU HOME->
GOIN’ DOWN THE ROAD FEELIN’ BAD->
I NEED A MIRACLE->
STELLA BLUE->
NOT FADE AWAY
Part 2 13:50
Dennis McNally, Jerry on Jerry: The Unpublished Jerry Garcia Interviews
Jerry Garcia on playing music
Grateful Dead 6/28/88 Saratoga (NY) Performing Arts Center
KNOCKIN’ ON HEAVEN’S DOOR
Support for the Grateful Dead Hour comes this week from:
Dead and Company – Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart, John Mayer, Jeff Chimenti and Oteil Burbridge – on tour from coast to coast November 11 through December 31. Complete details and ticketing at www.deadandcompany.com. That’s Dead and Company, on tour from November 11 through New Year’s Eve.
The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York. The Capitol Theatre will let the good times roll on Saturday, December 26 at the Jerry Dance Party, a celebration of Jerry Garcia’s music. A top-notch light show by Grateful Dead lighting legend Candace Brightman will accompany the music. Events, information, and ticketing at thecapitoltheatre.com.
Nick Meriwether on “It’s a Hand-Me-Down”
Deadheads have heard their favorite band’s songs covered by a wide range of other musicians, from cover bands to artists as diverse as Jane’s Addiction and Patti Smith. David Gans has long been an accomplished performer of the Grateful Dead’s songbook, and It’s A Hand-Me-Down gathers thirteen of his most inspired performances in a beautifully sequenced release that will delight old friends and new fans alike. From impassioned electric takes to soulful acoustic impressions, Gans draws out subtle nuances and plumbs hidden depths in even the most familiar chestnuts, proving that the Dead’s music remains a vital wellspring for inspiration, innovation and improvisation. More than a cover album or even a tribute, It’s A Hand-Me-Down is a heartfelt interpretation that shines new light on a living musical tradition, one that will continue to inspire musicians and reward listeners for years to come.
Nicholas Meriwether
Grateful Dead Archivist, UC Santa Cruz