Billy Strings w/ Bob Weir "Help-Slip-Franklin" 5/7/2022 Ryman Nashville TN

[@scott83074]

If my grandmother was alive she would say " I think that Billy's probably a good boy" . Keep shedding light my guy.

[@lornebailey1568]

Man , Bob Weir blows me away , his voice so crisp , like he hasn't aged.

[@Runnin65]

Thats facts. I remember seeing a 80s video i was born in 89 so aint ever seen jerry but saw the other ones and the dead early 2000's

[@TimTimTomTom]

Sarcasm, right? The Dead are my favorite band ever. But Bobby really needs to hang it up, it's time.

[@jesseschurmann1956]

Heads that have been playing real close attention can see that Billy's re-lighting a real fire under Bob here that seems to have been stowed away for awhile. Fastest 22min in awhile. This is the real deal right here. Excited to see more.

[@franklee6301]

Until half way through Cassidy Bobby couldn't find the beat. I love him but it's time he hang it up. He couldn't control his attack during the duo and got lost lyrically too often. If not for the other fellas drowning him out he could have blown the entire set.

[@baseball4537]

You should have seen him at 2am with JRAD at Lockn a few years back.

[@franklee6301]

@@baseball4537 sounds like fun. I wanna see Billy sit in with Jrad. Then we'd have the best of the best of today.

[@johnallen9567]

Presumptuous fools on KZbin trying to tell Bob Weir when it's time to hang it up... the pompous audacity.

[@franklee6301]

@@johnallen9567 big difference between a good time and a good performance. He couldn't control his attack, he couldn't keep time, he got lost lyrically multiple times. Having seen him at his best this was hard to watch. Sure he had his moments but he also looked absolutely lost many times. I think if more folks watched objectively they'd agree. It was a great time and Billy absolutely slayed it but I'd rather see Bobby step out with grace than decline any further on stage for all to see.

[@DriftinAndDreamin]

"Without LOVE in a dream, it'll NEVER come true" LONG LIVE THE GRATEFUL DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@joshb23]

Bobby the Fearless Explorer, holding his own with the kids on Slipknot!! He trained with the best, joyous to see it's still in his fingers and heart!! Jerry smiling down no doubt :) And the rest of the band sounds amazing for sure!

[@bluecrow3755]

🔥🖤♠🖤🔥

[@jeffreydelkin]

And still has the shining voice chords still keeping on…

[@glebtchertkov538]

Yuppppppppp

[@craigkravitz6123]

So happy to see this. Billy took Bobby's governor off. He can still keep up.

[@dannollgeer5444]

As it should be Billy and Bobby . This is the natural progression of things!

[@andrewwhite4375]

Ahh....the essence. A lot is broken in our world but seeing and hearing this makes it all good! To say GD music is cross generational is a gross understatement. Love it!

[@saraabellgayfield59]

The bluegrass world has been exploding and we welcome its energy. ❤

[@lornebailey1568]

Yea , this and Zappa music.

[@jimrebr]

My youngest son told me that is why our sons all love the Grateful Dead, because they are part of Americana, they represent all of us here in the USA, but they connect with people around the globe 🌎

[@thedeadbengals9988]

This is it!! Put Bob up with Billy and the Kids, including all of Billy's strings, and we have a tour!! You heard it here first 😂

[@dougpotosky4102]

Great! Been thinking the same thing for some time. Be very interesting! Save me a ticket!

[@Woodland320]

Billy and the kids, Phil Lesh and Friends, Planet Drums, and Bob Weir and Wolf Brothers. That would be a good lineup of bands. There would be a few surprises in this scenario.

[@bjbhehir]

@@Woodland320 just don't invite Meyer!!

[@justing42]

@@bjbhehir yawn…better than Trey and that clown from DSO people worship any day of the week

[@pak7417]

This just does not get old. Love Bobby and Billy Strings together !

[@jesseengmusic57]

This might be the best tone Bobby has had since Dead and Co started. It's like he is actually trying to keep up with Billy instead of lazying along

[@brettlazor8219]

Bob Weir has never “lazied along”

[@wolfsvision940]

Sounds like a tin can IMO

[@jbass62]

@@wolfsvision940 He could have at least played an acoustic guitar with a bluegrass band? Strat just doesn't cut it here.....JMHO

[@drjsmajor]

@@jbass62 He did. All night. He had both and switched back and forth. I was there. In a few songs he even switched during the song. I would say it was about 50-50 but if forced to split hairs he played 51% acoustic and 49% that strat. You can see his cut out acoustic behind him in this song. For the record they are not "red". That is the lighting and how it shows on the camera.

[@jaytoday10]

That’s a no from me dog

[@AaronKostin]

And just like that moments of blinding brilliance

[@briant9130]

Without love in the dream it'll never come true.

[@hacksaw6790]

It's like bob's all of a sudden 20 years younger!

[@hazelmoore4754]

i thought the same thing after the first bar!

[@TheSharipaula]

ten months later. still more broken in our world but seeing and hearing this helps, take us away. in a good way

[@TheSharipaula]

anyone know where/have link to next (sounds like Wharf Rat)

[@liviomiraglia602]

I think Bobby might be snapping out of it. Current fashions set the pace

[@gregroyreist3223]

Billy makes us happy. He gets it.

[@bjbhehir]

Meyer's a tool!!

[@jimrebr]

And Bob is wearing his Arizona Birks, representing us all, they are the most American 🇺🇸 Band in the world 🌍

[@DavidJones-ey6ie]

This is so great! What guitar control from Bobby and Billy, hell the whole band!

[@colmancostello]

Billy you bad little bastard you !!!! So much gratitude…. Feels like everything’s gonna be all right when i see this…. Thanks for getting this on video and out to us…. 😅😅😅

[@kjgaia]

Wow, this is incredible. Thank you, Bobby! Thank you team Billy!

[@kazminhenkin]

THIS! is special

[@matthewsmuses]

That was spectacular and a helluva treat. The reason Bobby (trust me) practiced those hot licks, is because night in/out he simply can't play at that pace sustained, as Sammy Hagar said, he is the best complementary rhythm & color guitarist to ever set foot on stage. Can you think of anyone that was in Bob's shoes with a different band? Not to mention the greatest American rock band of all time. He is one of a kind (all time), but we saw a jolt of good ole Grateful Dead Weir there because String & Co are fantastic and fast, Bob was not unprepared. Brought tears to my eyes. Over 6 tours spanning 7.5 years, Mayer is a master, from the outset he followed Bob's lead, deferred to Weir, and geared his now soaring otherworldly style of play to an average speed to fly when he needs to for the Dew but crawl when Stella comes calling. It works. Imagine John and Billy on the same stage, with Chimenti and Oteill, hopefully, Bob but at his age, we can only hope. You can be damn sure Mayer saw this and was smiling!

[@jaytoday10]

Mayer is a douche. Difficult to listen or watch him with Dead and Co. I actually enjoy some of his own music. I saw one show each from the first two tours. But I fell asleep. After seeing the Billy and the Kids show at Red Rocks, with Strings and Tom Hamilton, I’d like to see either of those two or both in Dead and Co. They can bring an energy that Mayer doesn’t have. That Red Rocks show proves that Kreutzman can still play fast. Phil’s bands always get down too! So we know the incredibly incredibly slow tempo of Dead and Co is a Bobby thing. He was one of the most unique guitar players I’ve ever heard. But he’s a really old guy and whatever tone he’s got doing just doesn’t work. All my opinion of course.

[@jeffmagnusson409]

Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile! So Fun!!

[@docjbf]

This was an amazing three night run. I’ve been seeing bands and followed the dead from 1979 til Jerry died and this is the best three night run of any band I’ve ever seen.

[@richmay1366]

you should catch more 3 day runs of Billy Strings if you feel that way. I've caught many and this is far from the best I have seen. Historic, yes. Best, not close.

[@docjbf]

@@richmay1366 far from the best? Wow.

[@dougpotosky4102]

First time i heard Billy play some years ago. I said to myself. Wow! Some king of magical union will happen with Dead Heads. Now he is jamming with Bob Weir on stage. Good things do travel fast!

[@drjsmajor]

Funny thing is I got the feeling NONE of it (zero) was rehearsed at all. Althought Billy Strings and his band knew he was coming, and I am fairly certain they had a set list, I am also fairly confident almost none of it beyond that was planned or practiced. They were actually signalling cord changes and progressions by hand.

[@jaytoday10]

Did you see the Billy and the Kids show with Kreutzman, Tom Hamilton, and Strings with a few other players? Killer lineup and was some straight cocaine like dead, balls to the wall.

[@SteveCutlerLive]

all good things in all good time :)

[@strangher11]

@@jaytoday10 pretty nice outdoor venue too I might add ...LOL

[@georgeedens3178]

I was there, it was one of my favorite shows, my first time at the Ryman and Bobby shows up WOW ❤

[@earthsciteach]

I see a lot of negative comments, but this really does feel special.

[@STolley317]

This was such a special night. I felt so GRATEFUL to witness this live.

[@bjbhehir]

anything's better than Dead and Co!!

[@justing42]

@@bjbhehir yawn

[@jarretjordan5026]

Grateful

[@carlapauley9441]

Chills and tears at the same time. It doesn't get any better than this!!!

[@monfronoriginal]

One of the best dead sets I’ve ever had the pleasure of seeing Bobby do!

[@Baby-dl8yp]

Pasted smile watching Billy having so much fun 🤩

[@journeywings]

Ya gotta love Billy’s Dead dance grooves…he knows

[@mattr997]

Bob & Billy!!! eXactly what we all need 💟☪️💜

[@colmancostello]

Thank you thank you thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@amontgomery3391]

Keepin' the faith! Gotta love it!

[@toddknapp4484]

We were there and still blown away to have seen it!!!

[@brendahanlon6640]

I want to see you guys and jam man can't wait God willing I will get to see you

[@michaelkenna2024]

I’m delighted to have found this terrific treasure 🍀🍄🌷🧬💥⚡️✅🎉🌹💐❤️🕊✌️

[@frankferraro6797]

Two thumbs up!!

[@tiffanymitchellsetliff5915]

Chills (FRISSON style) each time I have listened to this, Love seeing these 2 generations of musicians playing together.... especially in these amazing songs that we all love!

[@Chibby71]

So Grateful man... Bobby spreading the love.

[@citythink]

Not comparing or deriding anyone but this whole thing seems so much more organic than Dead and co. Love Billy Strings and Bobby.

[@josiahmccallister3150]

Terrible take

[@MsCloud37]

This is great!! Thank you so much for posting it! I love seeing how energized Bobby is by playing with the young folks!

[@attilaleskovics305]

Thank you for posting this! I can’t wipe the smile off my face…God bless Bobby Weir and Billy Strings!! I’m sorry, but it’s THIS tempo that’s missing from Dead & Co shows. They occasionally find it, but nowhere near enough. And yes, I understand that the remaining “core 3” are in their late 70s and I am GRATEFUL that they’re still playing…But, like Billy and the Kids showed us at Red Rocks, and what JRAD and Grateful Shred bring to the party, nothing like some tempo to make things right and dance the night away….I can only imagine seeing Bobby with Billy and the Kids live… Hell, I’d love to see Bobby with JRAD… There’s just something about keeping it Weir-d that makes it right!✌🏼

[@gratefuldebpsychedelic]

And we got Bobby and JRAD at the Bowl last week straight out of the amazing sets at Playing in the Sand. Wish fulfilled! 🌟

[@eileencregg6754]

You nailed it... Billy Strings brings inspiration , love the best Strings , the band ,vocals to everyone..👀🎸🎵🪕🎵🎤🎶

[@mr.charlie2495]

Thanks for posting this- been hearing about this billy strings fella, I see why now!

[@dpwaldman3145]

Excellent mesh with Bobby, Billy, and the rest of the fine players on stage. Passin’ the torch, folks..

[@WoodandSteel]

Billy Bob, what a combo, especially with added Mando, banjo, and Upright Bass. Music made in inspiration.

[@laurieashworth1305]

Fills my heart.

[@YogsenForfoth]

What an amazing performance. Wow.

[@The_MidwestMisfit]

Absolutely fantastic stuff!!!!!!!

[@ronaldportz573]

man, i am so happy you were there and had a steady hand............thx for sharing/posting............epic

[@mr.bluesky3007]

Went to the show last night! could not believe how they nailed this classic. A magic night at the Ryman.

[@tammyblue2814]

This is so far out love them!!✌🦋

[@susiefairfield7218]

If The Bobby Don't GetchAH ... The BILLY WILL ❤️‍🔥🪶🪶💃

[@sunshineharris1142]

Whoa it's so happening thrilled to enjoy all of this sweet vibes from the ones that keep on trucking always love your Sunshine ❤️🌞

[@deepaksarma108]

Holy moly! Blistering, Epic, Amazing!

[@bp48868]

Thank you so much for these videos! We were right behind you.

[@dpwaldman3145]

Thanks for this sonic document, Michael!

[@kylecoughlin8040]

Bob is playing with some pace here I love to see brings him back to his mother mcree routes

[@paulcolvin9391]

Love it man! Thanks.

[@benyoemusic]

Dude this is incredible, holy shmokes

[@claybowlproductions]

Thanks for recording this! I just love the energy Billy is putting off. He must be having the BEST TIME!!!! What a trip!!!

[@DavidJones-ey6ie]

Bobby and Billy and band are locked 🔒 in here

[@ChannelJtotheD]

Epic band. Love the vocals n sound from all instruments. Enjoyed listening to your music

[@billy_og]

This is F N' Grate! Happy birthday Bill!

[@davenelson9505]

Most Excellent!

[@jjpdawgs8956]

This Melts Brain! Epic!

[@lawrence6258]

You guys are everywhere. My car is in the garage. Central planning my ass. I want my Mustang back. Thanks for the tunes!! Love ya.

[@Grandpa_Moses]

Billy on acoustic is pure bliss...the Slipknot is sick! Thank you universe for bringing Billy into this world and thank you Mr Wilker for posting....Can you please post the Wharf Rat that's at the tail end of this clip? I know it's stellar and we all want to see it : ) Thank you kindly again, Peace~

[@gratefuldebpsychedelic]

Love that Blue Sky riff Billy picks in Franklin’s! ☀️Billy and John Mayer and Bobby keeps getting younger and wiser. Bobby is a God.

[@tydrenning6162]

Bobby happy, Billy happy, Jerry happy, me happy

[@Chris-qk7gr]

Great way to start my Sunday thanks for this!

[@debbiepaschen5369]

Incredible.. the best has come.

[@affron1887]

Wow!! Fire up the tour!

[@robertfellinjr8020]

Thank You...

[@rutlandwalker3795]

That was a joy to watch

[@rosemaryhill8804]

Fantastic!😃😁

[@kellyannmanning4614]

Happy Tears.... omg.... LOVE IT~!

[@Darrel-df1em]

Someone smiling Someone saying I like the music They are playing

[@Shichman]

woooow thank you!

[@jamesfairfield3593]

I like this a lot!

[@celinaowen8259]

I cannot say enough how much I love this!!!!!!So sad i missed it.

[@drjsmajor]

All I can say is it was REMARKABLE. My wife and I (50s, late night is when the waiter delays bringing the check at Olive Garden) went to hear a bluegrass concert and figured we would be surrounded by average age 50 year old people, at the old stuffy Ryman. Instead we heard a Grateful Dead jam concert surrounded by wild, rowdy (not a bad thing) 20 year olds, who had pre-gamed with chemical enhancement of their senses! Reminded me my of my 20s! It was very good, fun, and refreshing!

[@celinaowen8259]

@@drjsmajor awesome!!!! Sounds perfect

[@VirginiaWolf88]

Wow!!! This is fantastic!!! Awesome Upload. Thank you Michael!!!!

[@Baby-dl8yp]

Michael Wilker. I love you 😘

[@Slushey51]

Can’t wait for tonight’s show. This is why you don’t miss Ryman shows, you never know who will show up. Thanks for the vid. Take my sub.

[@joshmckinney5682]

Excellent video!!! Thanks for sharing ✌️❤️🎶

[@joshuateubanks4302]

He really hit that slip/tower change up right.

[@wowthatwasit]

All good🌹❤️🌹! Note Jarrod Walker’s excellent accompaniment, subtle at times-but adds magic. Billy’s voice does the same.

[@jimcurrier5037]

Damn just damn good

[@trippnbilly7130]

This is so sick. Thanks!!

[@mygoddess1]

Thanx for posting these gems :)

[@strangher11]

This is good stuff right here .... all you folks who are dissing Bob, he's paid in full and is having a ball. Nobody is forcing you to buy tickets or even click a link ...let hims be.

[@Runnin65]

Whoever disses bobby they are a one song bandwagon fan they dont know the dead

[@strangher11]

@@Runnin65 agreed

[@maoosborne2150]

Thank you, Jerry.

[@columboscandela]

Bobby got some hitch in his giddy up. Very nice to see him not just going thru the motions.

[@GetMasty]

This is stellar.

[@johnkeller7847]

Sounds great and yes,putting a fire under Bobby makes him sing better and better,lm in for a Tour for sure ! GRATEFUL 💀🥀💀🌹💀🥀🌹🌹🌹

[@stevel9188]

billy's a gift from god ...bob is his father ..

[@conorcummings9935]

The comments here show how many people don’t appreciate his work with wolf bros. BOBBY NEVER STOPPED RIPPING. U FREAKS

[@jamesguest4338]

3 piece wolf bros was rough. The expanded band kicks ass tho, needed real lead players.

[@trawl7880]

tru dat, Bobby plays the guitar like its a piano, always has. < period

[@Duffyartwork]

Exactly. Bobby stops when he wants to. Enjoy the ride while it’s going

[@okalright8980]

Yes follow Bobby hes the leader of the wolf pack simple plan.

[@Stonecrow25]

Love wolf brothers