Band Has PLAYED To The MOST FANS in the History of our Planet & ONLY Had 1 Hit! | Professor of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: Who is the GREATEST LIVE band in history?

[@Code.Name.V]

ZZ Top

[@christineml1476]

Prince and the Revolution

[@freezer8530]

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band.

[@catherine6653]

The Beatles and The Rolling Stones

[@Stoney_Snark]

Santana live gets you dancing at some points and just grooving at others. It’s not showmanship, it’s immersive. I’ve seen him 5 times, never a disappointment!!

[@thomaslong8401]

I’m 66 and never a Grateful Dead fan. Thought their music was boring. Then I landed at SFO 3 months ago, got into the rental car and the radio was tuned to the Grateful Dead channel on Sirius/XM. It was a full concert from early 70s in SF. I thought well I’m in the Bay Area, I’ll listen. After 15 mins I was hooked. Garcias guitar work is incredible. I was there for a month and all I listened to was Grateful Dead. I’m a Dead Head fan now. No pot required either!

[@oldarpanet]

I heard an interview with Hunter on, I think it was KSAN in San Francisco...The interviewer finally got around to asking if Bob was upset at not having gotten a Grammy yet. He responded "I have something better than a Grammy!" The interviewer said "OK, I'll bite: what's better than a Grammy?" Bob said he was sitting outside at a cafe drinking coffee, smoking a cigarette when a shadow loomed over him. He looked up to see Bob Dylan who announced "Hey, man. I just recorded two of your songs and I'm gonna put them on my next album." Mr. Hunter said "When you're a songwriter and Bob Dylan tells you he's putting two of your songs on his album; That's better than a Grammy!"

[@lilburro3]

I was at soldier field for Jerry's last shows. Me and a buddy had been in Memphis for a Phish show at Mud Island, got robbed at Knife point, and then hitched up to Chicago for the shows. Thanks Professor!

[@JosephCostanzo-u7h]

A poet,a preacher,a Prophet,and a teacher.....a broken angel sings from a guitar......God bless Peace

[@noneyabizness7288]

Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile. Thanks for the trip, I still miss Jerry to this day. Aug 9, 1995 was a tough day for me and many others. It was also the only time I'd ever heard a radio station (KLOS in S. CA I believe- I am older and my memory ain't what it used to be) stop all programming and play nothing but The Grateful Dead all day long. It was an incredibly sad and wonderful moment at the same time.

[@oldarpanet]

Somebody pointed out that most bands go on tour and play the same show night after night to a different audience, whereas the Grateful Dead went on tour and played a different show each night to the same audience.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

That’s how varied they were.

[@guzzidude7410]

It was NOT the same audience.

[@havable]

@@guzzidude7410 The reference is to the many who would follow the Dead from stop to stop.

[@Pghdeadhead]

Idk they followed me everywhere for many years??

[@oldarpanet]

@@Pghdeadhead My favorite bumper sticker: Who are the Grateful Dead, and why are they following me?!?

[@leesenger3094]

When you spend 8 years of your late teens and early 20s traipsing around the Country to see the Grateful Dead, life changes forever! Those were some of the greatest years of my life! 236 GD shows and I wish I could've seen more!

[@searing7549]

“Once in a while you can get shown the light, in the strangest of places if you look at it right”. R.H.

[@sethstine4698]

From a huge deadhead: Thank you sir. You brought a justice and understanding to this song that even us so called "Deadheads" have been incapable or unwilling to do. Thanks.

[@kevincosta9228]

Thank you for a great tribute to an incredible band. I love all kinds of music and musical artists but the Dead have had a special place in my heart for over 35 years. I went to a number of Dead shows in the mid-late seventies and they delivered big-every time. No recording has ever been able to capture the magic of actually being there. That fabulous sound system enabled you to hear every note that every member contributed to that glorious mosaic of sound. There's never been anyone else like them, and there never will be again.

[@RC32Smiths01]

The Grateful Dead is definitely one of the most unique rock bands of all time, and for sure having some of the most passionate fans out there. Fantastic man as always

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks RC32!

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@ProfessorofRock Always!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Cherry García, in fact! 🍒

[@ElizabethShetterly-pu6il]

THE most unique rock band of all time! ❤

[@jazzfan999]

The Grateful Dead for me: I was 18 yrs old in '72 when I first discovered the Grateful Dead. Jerry's 'Sugaree' was playing quite often on the Philadelphia FM station WMMR, and I loved it. My friend and I went to ACRAT in Atlantic City and I found 'Garcia'. My friend groaned and muttered 'Ugh! Grateful Dead' I didn't know anything about the Dead. I was only interested in British prog rock. I soon came to regard the Dead as the greatest thing I'd ever heard, and to this day, at 69 years old, nothing... nothing makes me feel as good. It soothes my soul (presuming I have one). I can't quite express what the band meant/means to me, despite the disdain of my teenage friends, and later, wife and kids who thought I was profoundly weird. No one I knew 'got it', but it didn't matter to me. I'll love the band till I die.

[@ZootSuitCooter]

My dad loved country music... and The Grateful Dead.

[@gregorygarcia6542]

Thank you for the great video, Adam! I was fortunate enough to grow up in Palo Alto and I went to my first dead show at the frost Amphitheater in Stanford on October 2nd 1982 where they debuted Touch of Grey. It was a very good concert and I really remembered minglewood, Tennessee Jed and saint of circumstance. Not bad for a skinny 11 year old. Since then I've seen over 125 shows and I celebrate their entire catalog. In every city Nationwide there are Grateful Dead tribute bands rocking every night. Down here in Los Angeles we have the mighty cubensis. Their music is timeless and will be celebrated for centuries to come. People criticize me for loving tribute bands so much, but what is a symphony orchestra but a tribute band to the greatest classical composers of all time? They keep the music alive. And that is where it is meant to be enjoyed: live and in person with smiles and tears of joy.

[@jennyjenny4501]

“Lately it occurs to me, what a long, strange trip it’s been!” Sums the entire experience up!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Ha ha!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I relate to that a bunch.

[@haworthlowell805]

I tell people that pretty much describes my life.

[@whichgodofthousandsmeansno5306]

Lyrics from one of their best songs IMO. Timeless is timeless.

[@martybrown6095]

Excellent video Professor! Thank you from a 63 year old DeadHead. PS I love your other videos too. Subscribed because I should’ve before. Much Peace and Love brother

[@desperateambrose5373]

"They're not the best at what they do, they're the ONLY ONES who do what they do." ~ Bill Graham

[@ctcards2636]

Thanks for doing something on the Dead. :-) Very Grateful ;-) I have had the honor of performing on stage with many members of the Dead, Jerry Garcia Band, Ratdog and NRPS. My favorite band and its been unreal to be able to perform with members. There is NOTHING like a Dead show. ;-)

[@pariahpokemonwesbragg2904]

One of the greatest bands of all time!!

[@ArrowMaster_]

I am proud to be one of your under 18 fans! I unfortunately was not born in the music golden age, so I dont have the best of knowledge of the 80s', so thanks for making these so I can discover new bands and songs😊

[@purplelove392]

I'm 60 & learn something new from Adam every time I watch.

[@ProfessorofRock]

You are awesome. So cool that you get it!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@ArrowMaster_]

@@ProfessorofRock no, YOU are awesome!

[@_i_am_unceded]

@@purplelove392 TRUTH

[@ajbianchi85]

The older I get, the more love and respect I have for the dead. Touch of Grey is an undeniable banger.

[@MyName-pl7zn]

I have never met more loyal fans than dead heads. I had one friend that would only play grateful dead and I mean only, I got one chance to go to their concerts and those were some of the most loving accepting people I have ever meet. I met a few people that sold stuff of of their van and followed them to every show, said they had been doing it for years, the show was great with really long jams. Rest in Peace Jerry you were one of a kind , a true original. Great episode professor

[@ProfessorofRock]

I agree. We need more comments like yours!

[@latentsea]

Well said

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

There are students that go to my school wearing “Grateful Dead” and “Cherry García” T-shirts.

[@robincupp6087]

Attending my first show in ‘78, it sort of ruined other shows for me. Going to a Dead show was like stepping into a different world, the fans were great, no drunk assholes fighting in the bathroom. People were mostly genuinely enjoying themselves and tripping on something good. The music was the soundtrack to a great time, I never really went on tour or anything like that but when they came to town we took the time off work that week and just genuinely enjoyed our time together with friends.

[@podsmum6071]

I was so excited to see you wearing a Jerry shirt recent and now a whole episode. I’m so excited to watch this when I get home!! Thanks for you.

[@counterpuncher01]

Adam, during this troubling time where I've stressed on world affairs, lost freedoms, pending Civil War, and my own career angst, there's no calculating how much I've enjoyed and been inspired by your shows. You completely got me into The Sweet, among others. I've always loved the Dead so this was a no brainer for me....love you Adam.

[@dranet47]

This is one of those bands that just played great, feel-good music that spans genres and generations. We could use some of that these days. Thanks for the tribute.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

It feels like they’ve been around forever.

[@namelia4439]

Hey, if you can use some of that feel good music, go see some of the upcoming Dead & Co shows!!! Check out stubhub…tix still available for shows all over the country…I’m going to at least 5! Obviously, John Mayer is no Jerry Garcia, but he’s not trying to be and I think he’s done a good job of fitting in, in his own way. I know Bobby really enjoys playing w him. So I feel good at ALL their shows, whatever the iteration…and this is supposedly their farewell tour (although they said that in 2015), so go while you can and FEEL GOOD!!!🥰

[@MsThebeMoon]

Gotta phish for it.

[@obviouslyurnotagolfer148]

Well done professor!!! ❤ I really loved the genuine respect that your episode exuded. Praise be given to Jerry & Robert, from all of us who have them in our minds and hearts. For the music that those two and the members of the Dead created, are still being played by multiple bands and artists because we all know that, "The Music Never Stops & Everybody's Dancing!" 🙏😎🌈🕺🎶🙌🍷❣️🪷🥳

[@vermontdave1]

As a Deadhead since 84 thanks for finally doing a post on the Dead. Love your channel.

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks for watching David!

[@denisefiorelli5702]

I've been to over 50 Grateful Dead shows between the eighties and just before Jerry's death. No 2 shows were ever the same. Love them.

[@jeffdempsey6478]

Saw the Chicago shows from the second row..end of the summer 95' ripjg.

[@searing7549]

The greatest rock band ever!

[@bill8384]

The Greatful Dead is an acquired taste! It takes time. Whenever life gets to be too much and I need a break, I always que up American Beauty! Always helps me put everything in perspective! RIP Jerry!

[@ProfessorofRock]

So true!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

We lost Jerry too soon. Sad 😢

[@GWms-su1mh]

for a lot of people I know was instantaneous not aquired

[@GWms-su1mh]

That is spelled Grateful for future reference

[@steinbauge4591]

@@GWms-su1mh definitely aquired for me, but I knew it was worth staying with it, get into it (last 2 decades,long after the band itself ended)

[@chadczternastek]

Weird, I subscribe to this channel. I been subscribed for awile and just today seen it in my feed. I missed a lot of uploads. What a great channel. Like the fact you back it up with a 20+ minute deep dive on stuff i swore I'd never hear again. Super nostalgic. Good deal.

[@irishhi8333]

I didn't understand my friends love for the Dead until I saw them live October 22, 1978 at Winterland. I made it to the closing of that venue December 31, 1978. Never followed the band, but saw them every year after and actually worked as a BGP bluecoat at the last shows. There's nothing like a Grateful Dead show. Keep on trucking.

[@gregorychasteen8843]

This was wonderful. Thanks, Man.

[@lolleeroberts]

Nailed it! Saw the thumbnail, said it's gotta be the Dead.

[@ProfessorofRock]

YOu got it!

[@janiceforlife]

So many songs of the Grateful Dead bring me memories of my youth and still make me feel young today. Franklin's Tower will always be one of my most favorites. That song brings the audience alive with dancing and smiles! As for Touch of Grey, I'm glad it got many people "on the bus!" The more the merrier! 😁💃🎶

[@namelia4439]

Agreed!! So funny…I just found out that those who came to The Dead bc of “Touch of Grey” were dubbed “Touch Heads”! It was derogatory at first, but I think now it’s got a bit of affection to it…either way, I’m w you…the more, the merrier!!!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

A lot of people’s introduction to them.

[@glennandadriansrocktalk]

The 6th member of the Grateful Dead came along in late 1967 - percussionist Mickey Hart. Robert Hunter's involvement came a few months after that. Dark Star was one of his first compositions for the band, and this started shortly after they added his poetry as lyrics to the song "Alligator" found on their 2nd album, Anthem of the Sun.

[@lalapo5304]

They still hold the record I believe for live concerts. The music never stops.

[@dakotanorth1640]

When I was in college, I saw A Touch of Grey in the student lounge frequently. I loved it!

[@starcat17]

💔And some LOVE for Brent Mydland...Rest in Peace, brother🌠 💙🎹🎤⚡❤️🎶✨🌠

[@Autumn_Forest_]

I first paid attention to the GD when Touch of Grey was released the month I turned 13. I still love that song, and it reminds me of that magical summer when I became a teenager and the music was AMAZING! I wish it could be summer 1987 for forever.

[@fivestring65ify]

I've never been a big Dead head professor, but I will acknowledge that they are legends. Like all legendary bands, they have a unique sound.

[@ProfessorofRock]

The episode is worth a watch.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Right. I’m not CRAZY like these Deadheads, but I can’t deny their talent.

[@martineldritch]

The Dead followed me around for a summer in the 80s.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Literally?

[@eightiesmusic1984]

I don't recall them supporting The Sisters of Mercy. Unless they were followers of the religious order.

[@martineldritch]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 A deadhead bumper sticker festooning many a deadmobile back in the day read "Who are the Grateful Dead and why do they follow me around ?"

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@martineldritch 😏

[@martineldritch]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Ya, perfect setup for a zombie joke and i blow it because i don't have..any...brraaiinss!

[@billconnelly4840]

Good Band, thanks for sharing. 👍

[@williamhughes3841]

Jerry said they were like black licorice, some don't like it but the ones who do REALLY like it. I found them in 8th grade in 1983 and never looked back. 65 shows and the soundtrack to my life.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Awesome. Love it.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I have ALWAYS hated black licorice. Every time I ate it I had no idea I was eating it. When I realized I was eating it I quickly spit it back out and rinsed with water, then grabbed something tastier.

[@chema_pr]

As a dead head, I thank you for covering their music. Touch Of Gray is actually one of my favorite songs not only of The Dead, but one of my favorite songs by any band. I would like to point out that besides having an excellent relationship with Jerry, Hornsby played with them on numerous occasions, mainly from about '90 to '92 when he played as a sort of temporary member. Love your channel, keep up the good work bro'.

[@jillwklausen]

I would never have guessed. One hit song? That's just unbelievable. It's amazing how their iconography has become so recognized though! Thanks for this great story, Adam. Have a great day!

[@Outside_Opinion]

Even Jimi Hendrix only had one Top 40 hit. Some bands are just ahead of their time.

[@jillwklausen]

@@Outside_Opinion, so true!

[@wishingb5859]

When I watched Billy and the Kids Billy and the Kids - Grateful Mahalo all I could think is that they still LOVE the music in a way that many performers probably never experienced. It is almost impossible to feel depressed or angry while the music is going so you watch the performers like Bill Kreutzmann and for his birthday, he wanted to get together with his favorite musicians and jam playing Grateful Dead songs. And then, after filling up on their amazing collaborations in the gorgeous outdoors, you turn on the computer and find the late night couch sessions because jamming all day wasn't enough.

[@_i_am_unceded]

I am an artist, watercolor and pen and ink, and i feature illustrations of islands and small beautiful cities. I always hire other artists to work beside me. One time, i hired a wonderful artist, a young man who had just finished following the Grateful Dead for five years. He had a long coat made that had pockets inside for 40 tall beers. He made his living selling the beer to other dead heads. True Story.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Wow. Thanks for sharing that.

[@_i_am_unceded]

@@ProfessorofRock Adam, you are a good man. The stories you share about music and love and your dad and your children. These are the bridges we share.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

That’s incredible.

[@teeing9355]

Grateful Dead is the best music experience of all time, people who never saw them live won't understand. They have inspired a whole live music scene that is alive and kicking.

[@meowmaxaroni]

Touch Of Grey was a perfect feel good summer hit. I learned about them from Casey Kasem's American Top 40 when the song debuted. I immediately taped it and it was one of my favorite songs of '86. I remember listening to NBA legend Bill Walton talk about them on ESPN's Sport Center years ago. ✌️

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Bill Walton was a diehard Deadhead it seems.

[@richardespinoza3736]

Bill walton passed away yesterday 5/27/24 ​@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980

[@Lessontobe]

I like the Dead and many of their songs. Phil Lesh's "Box of Rain" is one of my favorites.

[@georgemathie8123]

Terrapin station was the album I discovered in my early 20s and made me realize just how incredible the grateful dead are brilliant musicianship, wonderful vocal harmonies and I can see why this band has such a loyal following

[@ProfessorofRock]

Same. Love them!

[@Whisper_292]

SAME! My ex introduced me to the Dead through that album. The Medley is on my personal Top Five fave songs.

[@georgemathie8123]

@@Whisper_292 I love the medley to especially that instrumental break with the string section just amazing

[@Whisper_292]

@@georgemathie8123 I have this weird habit of making music videos in my head, and i dud ut with the Medley. That part of my mental video is an epic joust.

[@georgemathie8123]

@@Whisper_292 that's cool and it definitely does have that cinematic feel to it come to think of it a lot of the grateful deads songs would make a great movie script or soundtrack

[@ullopincrate]

I remember when the song came out. Many heads hated that it brought in a new class of fans that seemed more interested in the “scene” than the music. The Dead are timeless. The music never stopped…

[@wanderer85295]

Totally remember that. Can't imagine how we would've felt had John Meyer come in at that same time as in my opinion would've driven the die hard true heads away in droves quickly and with tears in our eyes.

[@jeffdempsey6478]

Thanks for covering this. Those that know,...KNOW.. Ask newbies...who is the 'Legion of Mary' ? Again.....those that know...KNOW... Bruce Hornsby is the juice 😊

[@MrSpankee02]

I had the pleasure of seeing them play more than 40 times.

[@RFXLR]

The dead has had their legions of followers for years and they obtained those fans organically. It would stand to reason that they would have a resurgence and gain new fans, again, organically. They did it their way and they should be proud of that even though they became somewhat mainstream for lack of a better term. A Touch of Grey is just a great, positive song! It’s very uplifting.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very uplifting! Love your post!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Fans of all generations. They had been doing it for over 20 years by the time Touch of Grey was released.

[@Hartlor_Tayley]

This was a great video. Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia were geniuses. Thanks.

[@chrisoakley5830]

I was never a big fan of the Dead but always respected the fact that they had such a rabid fanbase.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

The 80s Beyhive.

[@geminidreamno2]

I was never a dead fan. Mostly because I preferred shorter rather than elongated compositions. But I did develop a respect for their artistry and work ethic. What really caught my attention later was “Touch of Grey”. I was immediately attracted to the song. It was catchy and melodic, and short. And the music video was great too. After that, while still not a dead head, I paid attention and they had earned my respect.

[@redaleta]

Worked concessions at a Dead concert. It was so much fun. The people were amazing.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cool!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Amazing!

[@mattwarbuckle]

As a Deadhead, thank you!

[@ProfessorofRock]

YOu're welcome!

[@Stoney_Snark]

I saw Bill Walton at a John Fogerty show in Vegas a few years back. I said “it’s Big Bill”, he smiled and gave me a fist bump!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Now that's cool!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

What an awesome guy.

[@rastamole]

Went to the last Dead show in Las Vegas during May19-21. I went Friday as I ditched a day in high school. So worth the experience. Hit the giant Chong joint passed around the stadium, hung out at the drum circle and paid $5 for craft beer all you could drink as long as you brought back the same cup. Everyone was chill, they had the water cooling station set up and it was a beautiful day with Dave Mathews band opening for the Dead. Thanks Jerry and the rest of the Dead for the great show!

[@ellzedd4113]

I remember when this was released. It got played at bars a lot. Great song ❤

[@wanderer85295]

Thank you for finally getting to the Grateful Dead . I knew you would have to get around to them eventually , as Santana once said " they changed the consciousness of everything " .

[@ryanswensen7131]

I think MTV and the video helped make this song a hit. One of the most underrated videos ever.

[@bryan143]

Touching. (Fan since 1968).

[@Frankybroadcast]

The Grateful Dead is the GREATEST BAND EVER!!!!!! We are so lucky to live in a time of human history, to witness their greatness. Best band of ALL TIME!!!!! They weren't the best at what they did. They were the ONLY ones that did what they did.

[@PBWilson1970]

I got into the Dead in college in the late '80s and saw a number of great shows. Each one with different ebbs and flows and a few stops and starts as they started their first set. I think I appreciate the wide range of songs and textures and wild rides. Hearing a song change and evolve over the decades is really interesting to me too. Country, jazz, Americana, pop, disco, psychedelic and something unique to them was on the table each night. I also appreciate the fact that tapers and the Dead's own organization captured so much of their live stuff for all of us to enjoy is a rare treat. It's a treasure trove with surprises around every corner. Rare and different indeed!

[@Torgo1969]

Me too. My first 2 shows were 3-24-90 in Albany and 7-16-90 in Buffalo. I got very lucky because both shows are praised by many.

[@jasoncromwell4206]

Other notable "One Hit Wonders": Jimmi Hendrix (All Along the Watchtower #34 in 68), T Rex (Bang a Gong Top Ten 72), Rush (Tom Sawyer #21 1981),

[@flavellinator]

Never really knew who Grateful Dead were but had to find out about them after Don Henley referred to them in "Boys of Summer."

[@ProfessorofRock]

Good call.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You know you’re a legend when Don Henley mentions you in a song.

[@borisblvd5354]

In the mid 80's, a friend of mine named "Fishbowl" drove an old Cadillac. He put a Deadhead sticker on the back bumber..hahaha...Eventually, the Caddy got stolen, but the memory will always remain..."Out on the road today, I saw a Deadhead sticker on a Cadillac"...Don Henley!!!

[@leroyottersberg7151]

Touch Of Grey sums up how high school was for me.

[@dgarve]

The Dead definitely did not suck. They were great players, songwriters and purveyors of Americana. They just loved playing great songs, whether they wrote them or not. And not just blues songs or psychedelic tunes. My favorite song is Terrapin Station, which borders on progressive. You can't overlook JP Barlow's place in the band's history, as well, since he co-wrote many great "Bob" tunes with Weir. I also tell folks about Jerry's solo on "Across the River" and they are always surprised :-)

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks! You get it!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Interesting.

[@dgarve]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee I definitely agree that they had their off nights, but on the whole, with their appreciation of good music and songwriting and playing, they definitely elevated music in their time. I mean, who else (besides Dylan) would be playing "Peggy-O"?

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Terrapin Station is a great song from them.

[@leahi5413]

@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee You got it.

[@eileenh4772]

I worked in local Emergency room 1983-1990. Rochester NY. The Dead played 4th July weekend. We would fight to not work, the crowd that came to town was wild. First time I saw acid overdose. Mostly underage trouble to get permission to treat. All tie dye wardrobe. Kids were nice to work with. Busy busy nights. One new doc said acid is 60s drug I'm an 80s guy. Loved their music. Never saw them but experienced a lot. I'm 63 wheelchair MS over 20 years but feel young listening to the Dead reminds me of my 20s. Thanks

[@justinmathewson3692]

The Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane were the famous ones. But another great band from the same state of California and time period was Quicksilver Messenger Service !

[@lawrencegeusz4890]

Never saw Quicksilver but have always loved 'Happy Trails". In 1985, Johnny Cippolina was touring in a band called the SF Dinosaurs, which also included Nick Gravanites, a member of Spirit, and Merle Saunders. They played a venue in DC, I think the Warner Theater. After the show, Johnny and Merle hung out at the front of the stage, talking to a few of us who had stayed around. Johnny Cippolina was very humble, not at all the rock star persona. He told us he was living in Hawaii and wasn't touring much. Then, a girl asked if she could cut off a piece of his hair. John looked alarmed, backed up, said goodbye, and went backstage. I asked Merle if he had seen Jerry lately. He replied that they were working on the music for an upcoming TV show but would not say any more about it. This later turned out to be the short-lived Twilight Zone reboot that came out the following year. I was sorry to hear that Cippolina died shortly after that of an asthma attack. Another of our guitar heroes gone. RiP Johnny.

[@paulclancy789]

The dead were a one of a kind, great band. Love your show. I'm an old fart, 64, grew up on what now is now called classic rock, used to just be called rock and roll. I've never been one to get too much into the lives of the musicians. I either liked what I heard or didn't. But years have gone by and I see the considerable impact the music has had on my life. Your passion for these artists is infectious. Your sincere fervor is awakening. Love your show and look forward to more shows

[@robertweldon7909]

Those of us who have been life long "Dead Heads" never cared that they never had a hit tune for years. It was attending the concerts, not the records, that meant the most. Each concert was an individual experience, where everyone just had a good time, got high, listened to some great music (whether you thinks so or not), waited for the encore that never came, and went home with "the echo's of the amplifiers ringing in our heads (to borrow from Bob Segar). I didn't get to see the band while I was in California in the late 60's, I was serving in the Navy, down in San Diego, but after I returned to Cleveland I went to every concert (3 or 4) they did there. The best was when they were recording the live tracks that were on the double record set with the Avalon poster skeleton cover. I heard them record MY favorite tune; Not Fade Away Medley. I can still hear it playing in my head, almost note for note. I think I Google it up and listen once again, just for fun. When Jerry passed, an era ended, but still today, you will find "Dead Head" stickers on Cadillacs. ;-)

[@floorticket]

Jerry once said something to the effect of: "We don't sell albums, we sell tickets."

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

They were made for concerts.

[@audiotomb]

Real deep insight into the Dead and twist on this song Your videos keep getting better and better and with songs / artists more deep Kudos for getting some iconic artists to come on your program

[@rogerdeahl9629]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 The Grateful Dead. A fun band that really encapsulated a whole movement. Hippies took over the world for a time. Their audience was a harmless, fun loving bunch. Sadly, a Dead show in Pittsburgh in the late 80s was a bad scene. Police arrested and beat hundreds of concert goers for no good reason. 😢 Touch of Grey was basically an MTV creation. Harmless ditty.,......... actually kinda fun. Thanks for this, Professor. Awesome Bill Walton shout out today! 🎉

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching my friend!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

That concert did not have a happy ending.

[@eviltrain420]

What the Dead did for music is beyond comprehension sometimes, from side projects like Old and In The Way, Merl Saunders, Mickey playing super whacked out percussion for the Planet Drum project, and mainly the influence and mold that other great touring bands use like Phish, Widespread Panic, Moe, String Cheese, hell every band that survives on their live shows and dedicated fans alone, all owe a credit to the Dead to show it can be done and what to do, and also what not to do. They are all truly legends and I think unfortunately it'll be once they're all gone that the world will truly see how great and influential they really are. Adam thanks again love everything you do you have kept me going with the videos, I've seen over 100 concerts in total from 130+ Phish, 130+ Panic shows, 30 Ween shows, countless festivals, and tons of some of best music ever made playing in dingy college and dive bars, but only got to see the Dead once, being a high schooler at time, had to sneak out of house and lie about where I was because it was notbl on teb weekend and they changed my life. Well forgive my rambling, got nostalgic, much love to everyone

[@homeaccount5943]

I can't get into the hippie music of the Grateful Dead, but I really love "Touch of Grey." Excellent song.

[@Frankybroadcast]

I'm the same way. T.O.G. was my first ever introduction to the Dead. I was an 8 year old skateboarding guitarist back then, kinda still like now, and I was into Bones, Graffiti, and All kinds of music, whatever I could get my ears on. Saw the video. The skeletons initially caught my attention, but the music was even better. I've been in love with the music since. 87 was when I was first introduced to them and I've never looked back. Best Band EVER!

[@Chrisdot]

I will always love the dead, always my favorite band . The memories are of too many things to recount. Thank you for today's video I been awaiting you to acknowledge them.

[@trinaq]

I adore your shirt, Adam. Brian Wilson is indeed a genius! 😍🎸

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen to that one!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

The shirt got it right once again.

[@thomasarmbruster1743]

Saw my first show in May of 1970. Went to work for them for about 6 months after that. I've come to appreciate later eras in their history but I'll always have a soft spot for the Pigpen-era Seminal Six.

[@tomchrisfield7348]

For fans that love the Dead, the band known now as Dead and Company played a live show at Cornell's world famous ,Barton Hall, on 5.8.2023 available on line. Their history was a famous show they played there in 5.8.1977. Enjoy.

[@smelltheglove2038]

Did they play the play the same songs as the ‘77 show? Bobby slowed the songs way down and I kinda lost interest after my third time see that band. JRAD has been my go to for dead these days.

[@akashambatwamiller6924]

I have seen the Dead nearly 40 times before I was even 10 years old. My mom loved going to those shows. I even wore a Gerry Garcia Tie while I read her Eulogy a few years ago. Few in this world loved music in all of its forms as much as my mother. She would have truly loved your show, Adam.

[@rainwaterjoseph4634]

Cant believe "Truckin" never made the top 40. It got a lot of radio play.

[@Ammo08]

I'm so glad to have been listening to The Grateful Dead for so long...the rock stations in my area wouldn't play them....anytime I went to Memphis I would buy another Dead album..I saw The Grateful Dead five times...

[@ericmadeoftin8206]

I worked as a bouncer in Southern Cal at over 300 concerts back in the late 70s, early 80s - Only because I loved music so much. Worked 4 Dead shows. They were also special because they would play for 1 and 1/2 hrs, take a break then play for another 1 and 1/2 hrs- Longer than any band. Jerry Garcia told me back stage, " Take these roaches, its good stuff" as they were leaving. So I did. Ahh, Greatful Dead weed (sweet memories). Next night after another Dead show, and we started clearing out the fans, I picked up roaches around the seats and had a huge bag full when i got home. (One roach turned out to be angel dust- spooky, creepy stuff). But the greatest live show I ever witnessed was the Rolling Stones at thier prime. (Listen to the Stones live album, Get Your YaYas out and you'll know what i mean). As they used to say back in the day, ROCK ON ! 🎸 😊

[@eightiesmusic1984]

Now that is a rock and roll anecdote- the real deal!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

He gave you roaches. How promising.

[@dstrock73]

Very nice to hear you do a clip on the dead. I saw my first show at three rivers stadium in 1990 by accident. Uncle John's Band was the song that hooked me in and I can say with confidence, I never looked back. Went to over 20 shows in the 90s and loved everyone of them regardless of drug use or not. At 49 years old, I still listen to the Dead everyday. My 3 boys aren't the biggest fans but they know a lot of songs. Warf Rat is my favorite song of all bands. Amazing lyrics!!! With all that being said, I prefer Jerry Band over the Dead. Again, thanks for the clip.

[@feetheweasel]

Most honest band in history. Jerry especially. It was never about how many notes he could cram into a measure of music. It was always about that moment in time. The emotion of that last second. He knew there was equal emotion in the quietness of his playing, as there was in his aggressive playing. And when he was really on....he blended it all perfectly. Magically. There will never be another like him. Eternally grateful to have witnessed it.

[@Elhastezy888]

🎵"Must be getting early, clocks are running late Faint light of the morning sky looks so phony, Dawn is breaking everywhere Light a candle curse the glare, Draw the curtains I don't care 'cause it's alright I will get by I will get by I will get by I will survive" 🎶 🥰

[@ProfessorofRock]

It's so good.

[@_i_am_unceded]

@@ProfessorofRock indeed

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Jukebox poetry at its finest.

[@andrewmiller1258]

'Paint-by-numbers morning sky looks so phony'.

[@sailor213100]

I was never a dead head nor wanted to be. But Touch of Grey got me through boot camp with the US Navy just humming it during the PT's.

[@GIBBO4182]

When you think about it…if you haven’t got any royalty checks coming in, it makes sense to be constantly gigging!

[@ProfessorofRock]

True. But that true for every band alive right now.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

You’re not entirely wrong.

[@christhemusicteacher]

My first show was 87 or 88 in DC at RFK Stadium. Very lucky to have an older brother take me out there as a young teenager. Changed my life to see Jerry and the band! Great video Thanks for doing what you do. Keep on Truckin'

[@scottstalcup6980]

"Ya know which Dead song is my favorite? The short one." -- Dennis Miller, 1992.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Nah!

[@scottstalcup6980]

@@ProfessorofRock All kidding aside, full marks to anyone with the attention span. "Golden Road" is pretty decent, although the album with that track was done on Speed. As to the quote, I just remember Miller saying that in his SNL days.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

😆

[@fredupstairs8234]

Yeah, but even the short one is 18 minutes.

[@counterpuncher01]

I love Jerry and the dead. I'm shocked they needed a lyricist, but whateves....I love the imagery of this song. Great show Professor. I always thought the imagery described in "Touch of Grey" was about the end of an acid trip. "Sky looks so phony", "Light a candle, curse the glare, draw the curtians" etc describe trying to continue the trip despite daylight ushering in reality.