Franklin's Tower ☮ Grateful Dead, 5/9/77

The Grateful Dead at Buffalo Memorial Auditorium, on May 9, 1977 ☮ "If you get confused listen to the music play..." A soundboard recording of the entire show can be listened to here: archive.org/details/gd77-05-0...

[@adamf.4823]

Anyone else notice how much love there is in the comments on all the GD videos here, especially between generations?

[@lukefish9443]

Yes indeed. One of the few places on all the YT or media. ❤️✌🏽🌹

[@jackdempsey6349]

Newer fan here. Born 94 been listening 3 year. Gotten nothing but good vibes.

[@vancefyock8962]

And no political views!!! Wish the world could be a Dead parking lot. For those too young to never been, almost Utopia, if it weren't for cops.... But even, most cops looked the other way.

[@jasonscottjenkins]

@@vancefyock8962 The only time the cops ever interacted with me at a dead concert was in the early 90's around upper New York after a crazy blizzard the night before (didn't have tickets). I was walking back to my friends with a huge nitrous balloon and 2 cops approached me and asked me what was in the balloon... I said, Air. They asked me for it and as I was about to hand it to them it slipped out of my hand never to be enjoyed by anyone.

[@quinncase8468]

it's hard not to feel like loving everyone when this is our music!! might be stuck inside but I've still got all the company I need right here

[@rebekahblankenship8983]

I was in hospice in june with my mom. She was passing and I played this for in her last moments of life!!

[@chasefukuoka61]

so sorry for your loss but so wonderful you could do that for her..

[@DeadheadInABed]

So awesome. Will be playing all my mom's favorites on her deathbed. Such a good recording to grace your mom with while she slipped into ethereal...

[@kennelson5790]

You are not alone sister , I also lost my mom last month , she was 99 . Been listening to GD to keep my balance , music can do that ya know. Celebrate and always remember the good times 🎶

[@billm.819]

@@kennelson5790 I hope this song plays when I depart this earth!

[@danterry3776]

That is beautiful. God Bless.

[@MarkMasters...]

This song has saved my soul and has given me strength for more than 30 years...hope it does the same for all of you out there as well...🌞🙏😎

[@lukefish9443]

👍🏽✌🏽🙏🏽

[@lukie2txmes775]

I felt every damn word of this comment✌🌌🌠✌

[@moonbeamwonders5830]

33 and just diagnosed with cancer.. But its okay cuz i listen to the music play! Everything is okay. So thankful for these boys.. They pulled me out of the darkness when i was diagnosed with ms at 21. I didnt even go to the darkness this time because i know how to roll away the dew. Forever Grateful. Forever Dead. Not Fade Away! ✨💜✨

[@MarkMasters...]

@@moonbeamwonders5830 Sending you Light & Love on your journey. Strength and smiles sent from the ether to you. May the four winds roll you safely home...🙏🌊🌌

[@moonbeamwonders5830]

@@MarkMasters... your post just brought marvelous chills upon my body.. Spirit bumps! I appreciate your kind words so very much! Im still walkin, so im sure that i can dance! Betcha ill run into you at a show in the future.. When this happens - we'll shake our bones together! ✌💜☺

[@DarthBane959]

This is one of those songs that I still remember hearing for the very first time. Standing outside in a snow storm smoking a cig just marveling at how beautiful everything in that exact moment was. I’m in my early 20’s now but this music has transcended the generational barrier of time and touched my soul. At the same time, it makes me sad that I’ll never get to see Jerry play live. Thank you to the previous generation for so diligently capturing these performances!!!!

[@SR1993]

……. in those wonderful days, experiencing the Dead live is best described as an unpredictable journey, turning the unknown into the familiar , as if remembering one's own birth, guided by a lightning rod known to most as Jerry Garcia, juggling crystalline notes over a warm bed of sound joyfully laid out by his creative musical magicians...……….

[@deadreckoning6288]

@@SR1993 Nice!

[@alexremington3772]

I think you can actually see Jerry play live so to speak and get the same experience. I believe he anticipated the longevity of the band. He wanted us to watch the films created at EVERY SHOW. In my opinion that's as real as seeing him front and center. You can actually feel him sitting in on the Dead and Co. shows. John Mayer is the one to succeed him. Not everyone likes the newer twist bit ig but, John has grown better each time I've seen him. Jerry's there in the energy. John is translating it.

[@stephanlarsen8169]

Such a cool snippet of your moment. Thanks for sharing. Jah Herb from Tucson Arizona Sonoran desert

[@alecantrobus6490]

If its wasn't for jerry allowing people to record the shows itwould not be the same for you and your peers today. He knew that by doing so his music could live forever. What a generous and humble thing to do

[@robartlum]

Played this when my son was being delivered in the hospital. Healthy happy baby boy.

[@alexhunter5369]

Coming out of a long depression. Now im happy i put on the old records. Im happy because all the old records. Bless my brothers and sisters on theor journeys around the sun

[@judithstafford9907]

GodBlessYou👑✨🕊️🎼♥️🎶💦

[@user-oq9zb8hr8b]

I noticed. And there is still love out there.

[@judithstafford9907]

GodBlessYou 🎶♥️🎼🕊️✨👑

[@Snotboogie]

I've always wanted to get into this band but never knew where to start. This moment right here is when it finally clicked. Beautiful!

[@patrickmurphy4572]

WELCOME. Have a great journey!

[@StormTrysail]

Rock On Dude!

[@geoffreyprecht2410]

Agreed! Showing this to my friends to convert them! (~):D

[@Free-pw1xg]

The bus came by and you got on. That’s where it all began!! Welcome!!

[@spacecowboy2993]

Pick a song and push play, it's not to difficult

[@phelpsmb]

One of my all time favorite songs and Jerry shreds this one. Stole my face right off my head ❤️⚡️💙

[@pierrecannarsa3161]

I’ve been listening to this version of Franklins Tower (the best version) for about 5 years now and every time it’s played it’s crazy good. Was chillin at a party the other day and played it when everyone was leaving and a few of my homies who had stayed back (who dont listen to anything close to the grateful dead) all started dancing around, great night.

[@robertcarey2253]

I learned that ENDLESS GOOD COMES IN ENDLESS WAYS .. from being around the band the deadheads in and out of shows and a family full of goodness grateful bob

[@noahharju]

Been listening to this version since I found the dead. Love it. So much energy. What a vibe

[@roblesenterprises2465]

Get a life wierdo

[@carrollledscarrollleds2032]

my Mom is dying of Cancer, I am going to use this song to heal and gain strength for my battle ahead....roll away the dew

[@dgaydos5355]

Carroll Leds Carroll Leds I hope you’re doing well

[@dougpotoksky5415]

Carroll Leds Carroll Leds Robe of Light!

[@Anonymous-vb8nw]

Some come to make it one more day. Many days for Mom.

[@victoriavines]

Sending Light and Love!!!

[@buddersmith]

Certain it can't hurt, this song, prayers...in situations like these. Wondering, did she make it? Either way, sure she did in that you're doing everything good she taught you how to do!

[@Wizzard033]

I'm almost 51 and just discovered what I've been missing all these years. Of course I listened to a few of their songs but I went down the "rabbit hole" the other day! So glad I did!

[@thomasparkin4183]

Don't feel bad. I did the same as you. Last year I really started getting into thier music. Been buying up CDs as fast as possible. Playing thier music all the time. WAY different and better to that I heard on the radio stations. No other band that I know of, throughout the 60s n 70n even come close; and I grew up in that era and seen almost all the band's. Good for the soul.

[@kittehfoodz]

Good luck 🤯

[@JohnSmith-fq7hj]

Awesome I slowly got my dad into the dead he's still not a head like me but he grew up in that time and I remember when I first asked him what the grateful dead was when I was about 8 or 9, my neighbors older brother was into them, I still remember he looked at me like you better not turn into one of those people. Lol now I'm 40 and finally getting him to come around at 65 so never too late.

[@peternotarfrancesco2614]

I think I just saw you there with a girl named Alice

[@lorishu48103]

If you get confused just listen to the music play .... love, good fortune, joy and deadhead blessings to everyone who reads this

[@FrancoGTO]

You too and all us Earth Angels 😇

[@jeffreysmith8234]

The dew

[@moonbeamwonders5830]

✌💜😃 blessings to you as well!

[@genojanik745]

all the best to you as well.

[@Karmakatt6]

We ARE Franklin's Tower!!

[@rallabhandiprabhakar4750]

The best GD track IMHO. It’s got everything we love about Dead. Psychedelic, funk beat , melodic guitar solos, great Garcia vocals , propulsive percussion , improvisation without meandering

[@przybyla420]

Don’t forget the chord solo!

[@chasefukuoka61]

We're all so lucky to have been here alive in this time period, to be able to go to shows, have these experiences. To cherish the music.

[@fedornemtchinov9427]

coming from the generation that was still in diapers during the tail end of touring, we are all very envious

[@andrewptob]

Speak for yourself, bro. Wish I had been there

[@WWoodyW]

chasefukuoka61 I feel just as lucky to be able to look back on everything and appreciate that it happened.

[@TK0_23_]

I felt that most intensely at the Stone in SF (10/4/86), Garcia's first appearance after his coma. Being in that tiny club and JGB opening with "How Sweet it is To Be Loved by You". Not a dry eye in the house. I felt so privileged to be there that night.

[@thegreatchain7112]

72-82 saw nearly 100 Jerry's Grateful Dead.

[@jeanfass]

I was born with this music & i will die with it. In memory of my mother & father, may god bless them forever

[@dannieoffield5012]

Wow...

[@melissawysocki2385]

"May the four winds blow you safely home..." ⚡🌹⚡🌹🐾✨

[@teddyburker]

I was 22 yrs. old when I attended that show in Buffalo. 63 now and took my daughter to see Dead and Company at Darien Lake (near Buffalo) this past year. Feel a tear trickling down my nose!!

[@pl0y]

:)

[@PH90IFY]

im 17 and went to that dead and co concert with my dad! so glad i have such an awesome dad just like you and that i live in buffalo!

[@MScal0316]

I'm 32 years old and over the past few years I've got my 62 year old Dad into The Dead in a big way. Now we never miss Dead & Co, went to see Lesh 2 weeks ago in Bethel. The music is alive and well and most importantly it's being played incredibly AND respectfully!!!

[@dannygagliano237]

I hear you i started on the road with them in 86 till 95 over 128 shows i miss them and all the deadheads so much can't bring myself to go see the dead and co i want my memories with Jerry and Brent that's it i love Bobby but john Mayer doesn't do it for me

[@FoFrx]

Im 52, still love the dead but I never had kids so Im still on LSD and mushrooms by choice and I never left Shakedown Street..much love and respect to you

[@FrancoGTO]

The Dead rode a Love wave that covered the decades and flowed between gigs, from the Filmore days when I first saw them as a youngster and through the following decades, once you caught that wave you never wanted to get off, and at the very least you wanted to share it like I do and ride the sweet sound wave until my body is no longer of this earth and my soul is forever Grateful Dead ✌🏼☯️✨

[@djlax90210]

Amen

[@holysmokes5817]

Reverend!! 🍄🌲🍄✨💥🌈

[@lillykoroluk6620]

I’m 19 and turn 20 in 3 months. I started listening to franklins tower a few years ago but really started listening to the dead about 9 months ago. Since then their music has entirely changed the way I personally perform my music. They changed the way I think about music completely and I’m ever so grateful for it

[@johnhass1525]

The music never stopped. . .

[@daytripperjb]

May the four winds blow you safely home

[@daytripperjb]

🤟✌

[@frankleasure9588]

Hi , Lilly , I'm 72 and will turn 73 in 2 months ..and have listened to ( and gone and seen ..) the Grateful Dead since 1966 ! Welcome to the tribe and may the music bring your life love and joy !

[@neilmacijczak5058]

Hey Lilly, hope youre doing well... Be safe and not fade away✌💗☺

[@johnbarlowholistichealer74]

It took me awhile until I was older and wiser to realize what I was missing the dead have a good soul of energy that keeps going on and on and on spreading that love and I'm grateful to be a part of it even if it took me time and I want my son to be a part of it

[@joelwateres]

I had finals the next day but it was worth it took my organic chemistry final still tripping and passed today I’m a doctor thank you to the greatest band that ever was

[@sory4beinanonymous]

Joel Wateres-muddy god bless you. Congratulations and good luck on your continuing journey. Use your powers for good.

[@hippiejohn334]

I could use a good Dr !!! One who understands 😀

[@XTRL_DATA_SCI]

interesting game plan: glad it worked!

[@oughtssought1198]

somehow I'm guessing maybe yr not the only one

[@roninreturns]

You were definitely up late doing your chemistry study Dr. Joel. Congrats to you man, I need a prescription for legal herb, what are your office hours?

[@Fred-ql3gq]

May 1977 is pure bliss. They are on fire and some of their best of all-time!

[@zacjohnson164]

I agree

[@jaypollock9347]

I think May ‘77 is their absolute Zenith

[@Fred-ql3gq]

@@jaypollock9347 They just announced Dave's Picks #50 out in 2024-- May 3rd 1977 Palladium NYC show! Of a 5-night run at the Palladium that year, I went to 3 shows! April 30th, May 4th and May 5th.

[@Jjsimo383383]

Awe I miss Jerry more and more the older I get. But luckily the music never gets old.

[@bo5271168]

The music never stopped

[@tomkiefaber4297]

@Pokemon2019 "I dreamed I saw Jerry G last night, alive as you and me, I said Jere, your over 20 years dead, I never died said he, I never died said he." (with apologies to Joan Baez and Joe Hill..) ;-)

[@hippiejohn334]

@Pokemon2019 I miss him every day , not the same as going to see him every couple months, used to wash away all the bullshit life has to offer , like a nice long shower of Joy !!!

[@jeromehansen2423]

Josh Simonson also the band continues on and is absolutely killing it right now . Don’t miss out . Dead and Company is the Greatful Dead .

[@patrickmurphy4572]

I saw the Allman Brother's play this song at the Long Beach Blues Festival. They blew everyone away. What a wonderful homage to their brother band.

[@roblesenterprises2465]

Very disrespectful F?ck the Allman losers

[@chrisobrien8246]

77 seems to be the magical year...Jerry and crew really hit their stride..was present in Englishtown for that masterpiece

[@stevesharkey5166]

GOD BLESS THE GRATEFUL DEAD !!!!!!!

[@Mike7478F]

Right on

[@90lxfox3]

Jerry is god

[@cullendonahue8054]

Amen 🙏 :-) peace. ✌ :-)

[@lukefish9443]

Cullen Donahue 🎖

[@tomfrost6592]

The Dead have something for every generation and every part of your life. From my acid soaked early adulthood to my middle aged fatherhood, the Dead have been the soundtrack to my life. Reassuring and enlightening me when I need it. They have shared my travels, my career, my loves , my friendships , my successes and concerns. From Further to the future they are part of my soul. God bless Jerry for being the guy you wanna have a smoke with and talk about life. The man I turn to over and over .

[@lorishu48103]

yes they are my four season jams

[@kevinhollar2507]

Well said guys

[@suggahree8529]

And so, Robert Hunter, you and Jerry will make such beautiful music again together. But in this reality, you will be missed, Ive listened to your words my WHOLE LIFE. Thank you.

[@tobyrosenbaum7180]

such a great time. the days leading up to show then the days weeks and years after. Just glad i was there.

[@Tmrfe0962]

I’m so Grateful to be sober, and still embrace this music, even more so then when I was high...being clear allows me to grasp the deeper meaning of the words, and the depth of the chords...God bless the child that rings that bell!

[@jeffreysmith4309]

Agree completely!

[@jayturner6038]

Likewise brother!!

[@TheMasterTelevision]

May he have one good ring baby, you can tell! (~);

[@lukefish9443]

Billy Shields Absolutely my friend! Same here. 🎖👍🏽✌🏽🙏🏽 🌹🎸💃🏽🕺🏽

[@sexysexyjulian6758]

The music is the drug ✌

[@chasefukuoka61]

"This is the classical music of our generation to be played by musicians of the future"... Definitely...!!

[@jerryloko2184]

it was even better if you were there

[@CuThUlUiSbOsS]

I cry every fucking time I listen to this cut. Thank you so much

[@clarencegrady8003]

In '87 I took my dad to Portland for tests in preparation for upcoming heart surgery. We had 80 miles to go. We were in my '69 Corvette complete an 8 Track!! They didn't come with one, but mine got one. Going over Coast Range I popped a boot legged Dead cassette in. This Franklin's was the first song. I didn't say who the band was. By the end of Jerry's opening jam, dad is into it. He's tapping the time and hand drumming. The song ended and I popped the cassette. "Those guys are good that guitar player is something. What's the name of the band." "Grateful Dead" I answered. "Odd damn name. But they could call themselves Pissed On Dead and still have a following. They got that style they got and believe me it is all their own. I put the cassette back in and repeated this Franklin's. Dad went though everything I had and told me what he liked and didn't. He pretty was into all of it. I left him at the hospital. My older sister would come get him. I never saw my dad alive again he was 74. I still have the memories of him "getting his head into it" We talked on the phone twice. He had questions about the tape my sister brought along with cassette player.

[@codybeaudreau3026]

That’s a great story. Sad but very sweet.

[@dandelion8522]

One of the best versions I've heard of this fantastic Grateful's tune.

[@vanasser]

No matter what mood I’m in -this song (especially this shows version) fills me with such indescribable joy- Jerry’s guitar solo after the “listen to the music play verse” is so beautiful I can’t put it into words. Long live the Dead and long live Jerry G. 🤟🙏

[@maybenot5528]

Best version of Franklin I ever heard and believe me I've heard them all. Been a Dead Head for more that 50 years.

[@roblesenterprises2465]

Prove it

[@dadedowuh]

I can't wait to see them all again

[@michaelweissinger2164]

Definitely one of my all time favorites. Been an uplifter in some of the darkest times of my life.

[@flyigglesflywhat5349]

Me too 🍻

[@roscoefoofoo]

What a splash of sunlight this is. At their best, the Dead were the best.

[@zacjohnson164]

At their worst, they were still better than today's junk.

[@tzq5fx]

seriously tho, rip wetlands

[@pranoydas51]

I am 23 and grateful dead has changed my life. I moved to USA this year and have been kinda depressed. The thing that keeps me going is the fact I will get to attend dead and company's final tour concert next year

[@rizdog2]

Hope it was good for you, my friend. There is plenty of great music out there. It is everywhere.

[@noahharju]

Hope you had a good time last year! Now make it out to Vegas for the sphere!!

[@gabrielraper3705]

I just became engaged to my best friend. A musician, a healer, and my savior. I wouldn’t be here without all you dancing bears. Thanks for spreading love Like butter. If you ever get confused, just listen. Thank you all. And RIP Jerome.

[@Darrylizer1]

1977 was such a magical year for the Dead. Jerry plays with what I can only call grace. Barton gets all the love but Buffalo, The Mosque, and Chicago shows are all just as good. For my money the show at the Mosque in Richmond was best of the year.

[@ronniehague4753]

I agree with you what a great show

[@lisal9829]

I needed this! Mahalo, from Hawaii, where the tragedy occurred. Love and Peace for ALL.

[@chasefukuoka61]

So sorry for all that happened! Its so sad and tragic.

[@thomasparkin4183]

The Grateful Dead; without a doubt, this song along, with all their music, is good for your soul.

[@edsmythe7020]

this song is great! brings me back to the good ol days.

[@tippimail1]

Jerry would have been 79 today-"If you get confused,listen to the music play".Amazing video!!!

[@johnevarts1445]

#1 Franklin's tower I've heard to date. just beautiful

[@kentish]

Franklin's Tower is a musical smile

[@kevindumont2459]

That is exactly how it feels when I listen to this song!!! well put.

[@kentish]

thanks buddy

[@Sarah_Kilmer]

I totally agree!!

[@ApollonianKing]

Well said, Kentish.

[@thomasfox9773]

ApollonianKing rush

[@Voyageur314]

The '70s were a blast!! I was in my '20s then. We had such great music back then and many events to see. I'd do it all over again in a heartbeat! ✌❤️ 😎

[@fargodonwargo641]

Wow, got goosebumps when it started playing!! Great feeling!! Hoping the best for all of you and the world during these tough times.

[@drewcamero1489]

What a beautiful world this is. How amazing it all fits in a drop of dew.

[@Chbbychser85]

I'm 31 and just now getting into the dead...holy shit this song is amazing!

[@professormacdeezy]

Welcome ;)

[@monopolymike1]

My first show was in `72 and I have been listening to them almost everyday since, and they still do it for me. I envy you brother, because there is so many magical moments ahead for you.

[@dissbeleaverovlies1998]

Me too,only getting into the live jam's lately ...no band could ever get close to this ....everyday is made a little easier now

[@gwilson420]

It's a tasty nug

[@tamaracaldarulo5248]

hop on the bus...

[@macseanchaidhe4263]

Best FT memory- Staying in a former army barracks in what was East Berlin, Oct 90, and hearing this broadcast on the radio, about an hour after the band played the ICC. Listened looking out over the city on a clear cold star lit sky, silence everywhere except the music. With Farmer Bob along on the adventure and Magical Max and Armin as our guardian angels while in Berlin.

[@sistersuetube]

So glad I went to all those shows back in the day....wonderful memories!

[@mikeherriman4600]

May of 77 was the best month the dead ever had!

[@judithrobson826]

U promise?

[@zacjohnson164]

Lol I agree!!

[@marnold760]

Winterland

[@wj2758]

Number 7 always mysterious like the greatful dead

[@hollywoodjoe8750]

My mom asked me when I 15 when I'd grow outta the dead i was like mom you don't grow outta the dead u grow deeper into the dead

[@matthewrunnion2320]

Amen

[@ccSkydog]

yeah Ma!!!

[@lapismosi8065]

Well said my Dead Head friend!

[@shannonyoungblood8185]

Dylan and the dead, 86 rich stadium, was 16,fire on the mountain made my mind melt, then Tom petty, then tom petty, the Heartbreakers and fucking Dylan, epic day

[@lyserguy6939]

yup

[@cathiker]

This is the slickest version I’ve ever heard: sorcery!

[@kennydevening8121]

This version really magnifies Jerry's picking, the heartbeat of the Dead

[@kennydevening8121]

Makes you wanna start ROLLING, may the slow winds take you home ❤️👍👍

[@bobshenix]

This is my favorite version of Franklin... maybe even the whole HelpSlipFranklin even. The opening 30 seconds alone is just so magical.

[@iuploadulike]

***** 100% agreed. I might be 20, but I have to say '77 was their best year for live performances; based off of what I've experienced.

[@bobshenix]

Bakedfetus666 ! Yea it was magical, i think Donna Jean gets a little too much hate but i do wish that she wasn't around that year because she doesn't add much to the band her wailing gets very annoying in most songs. But she doesn't ruin it enough to make 77 less than #1 in my book...

[@bobshenix]

***** I'm not bitching about Donna... in fact the very first thing i said was that "i think Donna Jean gets a little too much hate" (even if i'm generally not a fan of hers). It was more of a way of expressing how much of a fan i am of 1977 as a whole; that i'm not a Donna fan yet that '77 is my favorite single year. Considering all the years that Donna is not even in the band, that says more about how much i like that era than it does about Donna. These are just my opinions... and i agree some people go a little over the top with the anti-Donna stuff. Hell, i even like 'Sunrise'. She's a part of the band's history and that's just how it is. But everyone has their own tastes/preferences.

[@coloradobluesky7491]

If you can find the FM soundboard from Philly's WMMR for the 3/31/87 show. Jack Straw opener into a very playful and rocking Franklin's. Jerry is pretty exceptional and later in the show they cut in with Mickey and the station promo, "Your listening to WMMR, RR rocking in Philly!" Had this on tape years ago but can only find hissy audience versions. A shame because the show was a pretty good one.

[@loveit7484]

bobshenix soooo agree!!!

[@BONOBOS48]

I saw the Allman's cover this song a few years ago, they rocked it. Great tune!

[@user-ju7nv4iy6b]

I was lucky enough to see them perform this song in Philly '83, last show of the tour that year. Never forget how people would start dancing before the band started playing. Just walked to their seats and started to boogie. No band, and I have seen most of the big names, had a following like the Dead.

[@stevenkorn7357]

"Your eyes looked through your mother's face"... listening to this on the 24th anniversary of Jerry's passing. One of the best and my favorite dead songs and lyrics.

[@ryanputnam9409]

Looked through you mothers face

[@stevenkorn7357]

@@ryanputnam9409 thank you - corrected

[@bannork]

A great video to accompany a wonderful song The Dead always make you feel happy to be alive in their best songs.

[@ApollonianKing]

When the pain gets to me, I simply spark one up and listen to the Grateful Dead. Works every time.

[@MScal0316]

This has a proven 100% success rate.

[@chasefukuoka61]

when you get confused... ♫♪

[@Karmakatt6]

The Captain steering us through the Universe. 💀 🎸 🐻 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@scottfolia2724]

May people never forget the genius

[@sirgalahad5208]

After 40 plus years this is the sweetest version I've ever heard

[@stefgees3611]

The Dead have a unique ability to make me smile and cry at the same time. I can't explain it. Guess I'll just listen to the music play.

[@anna42059]

and this is whats so great about the music and the band, that the music itself can make you feel emotions that you didnt feel before it hits your ears. even to this day 32+ years later I will come across a show i havent listen to and certain songs will still give me the chills and goosebumps and a smile on my face from lob to ear lob

[@stefgees3611]

@@anna42059 that is simply beautiful.

[@Kingfish179]

The Dead definitely pioneered a sort of psychedelic folk-fusion: Americana music played with rock instrumentation in the style of modal jazz. It doesn't sound quite like rock, but it's not quite jazz, either. A very interesting musical synthesis to think about - and addictive to listen to!

[@barbaraann7610]

I wish I knew you.

[@indianajones9386]

Nooo that folk fusion happened when Irish immigrants came over to the USA not that the dead didn’t influence psychedelic jam bands but not pioneers in my opinion

[@ricksignore4440]

In short. No band melded like the dead. They werent the best at what they did, they were the only ones that did what they did0

[@stevenmetzendorf7063]

@@ricksignore4440 the exact words of Bill Graham in describing their Unique Grateness ❗

[@bobmaynard3589]

Yesss

[@ApollonianKing]

This one blows my hair back. Jerry was right on target, and all these years later those bears are still dancing.

[@franklintowers1632]

5 of them are dancing on my hat right now!!!

[@peterbetts858]

Hey Now ! My Name is Peter And I AM A Dancin BEAR . est. 1985 .

[@judithrobson826]

They growl too. Silly bears

[@biblebear6795]

I know I'm still dancing!!!

[@semismokeymama]

Forever #Grateful #Deadheads

[@brianmarsh5882]

It just makes you feeeeeel good. Sitting, Standing or moveing with the Music. You are in the right place and it's the right time. ROLL AWAY THE DEW

[@57levity]

May the four winds blow you safely home...

[@PaulFBrown]

Sweet.

[@badmonkey3866]

The day my father and I were driving and heard over the radio that Jerry had passed, he pulled over on a country road and rolled a "J" and smoked with me for the first time. I remember my parents telling me they took me to a dead show, and then a week later a floyd show, and somewhere in there jethro tull. You can say I was steeped in real music.

[@ronschaffer5959]

How old were you?

[@badmonkey3866]

@@ronschaffer5959 so I was 16 at the time, it was a strange experience. They took me to concerts ever since I was 3-4 my first concert was jethro tull, I obviously don't remember, I could've been younger than that. Mom and dad could never agree to an age on that subject. The rents were hippie to their soul. I grew up listening to the dead, tull, floyd, clapton, I loved it.. sry for all the extra I threw in there, it was just to tell you at least how I grew up. Happy holidays Ron.

[@roblesenterprises2465]

Stooopid lame 😒 asz who cares

[@Pingu65716]

jerry expressed so meaningfully through a guitar what no other person could ever put into words

[@toddkline3353]

Quinn Wikwakz god save the child that doesn't roll away the dew the dew the dew the dew the dew........ dew love you Todd

[@jackiep8792]

Quinn Kennon beautifully said!

[@joseywolters5345]

Dickey betts did the same thing for all man bros

[@groovngruey382]

Quinn Kennon wow, how perfectly put merry Christmas

[@matthill1163]

This song was always special to me, but after 20 years, when I moved back home, the first song that hit was this. “May the four winds blow you safely home.” 😢 I had a bit of a moment. Anyway always a favorite. Thank you Joe and Cindy Feiden. I loved the Fish Palace, and everything I learned from you.

[@redwoodsize]

Seen 37 G.D. shows !! Best band in the World !! Hands down !!!! Deadacated since 1978

[@SouthlandGal]

i know the dead and company play some great dead and God bless them, but there is only one Jerry!

[@jacquelineoboyle2189]

OMG yes I totally agree!!! Miss that awesomely gifted man so much!!!

[@lcarroll776]

no Jerry no Dead

[@davenicholas644]

Janie Lee Finley Yes I'm one of Jerry's kids and proud of it... Smile smile smile___

[@mattslev]

Lucia Fick Period. End of story.

[@mattslev]

Lucia Fick Period. End of story.

[@WoodstockWitchQueen]

So so grateful for The Dead, their sweet music and words.

[@chasefukuoka61]

thank you!

[@JohnnyBGoode215]

My favorite version of this is from the Great American Music Hall in 1975. I had it on vinyl back in the day. It was called The Spotcheck. The band was on fire that night. The best show I personally attended was Lewiston Maine in 1980. Incredible outdoors show and the second set was unbelievable.

[@wayneoakley1832]

It just makes me want to just dance and just Groove I sure do miss the concerts

[@sory4beinanonymous]

Thank you so much for your gift to this world. All of you ❤️ tears come to my eyes when I hear this song. And the teachings I have learned, and the path I have walked, the things I’ve suffered; none of it matters anymore. It’s all a beautiful song, just like the song of all my brothers and sisters. I have love for even the deepest hurting being.

[@mariearmone8788]

Namaste

[@mikerubin22]

1977 was a GREAT year for the boys and Donna...RIP Jerry, I love you, my brother🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nvus2758]

Been on the bus since 1970. Enjoying every minute of it!

[@rizdog2]

Sis gave me Europe 72 for my 13th birthday in 1973. Went on from there . . .

[@jaysoneubanks579]

What an amazing recording, prime years for the Dead. We love and miss u Jerry! P.S. great job with the video

[@stephenzawel6613]

HIGH AND WELCOME TO THE GRATEFUL DEAD FAMILY OF LOVE AND MUSIC AND MAY ALL YOUR DAZE BE FILLED WITH JOY AND HAPPINESS AND MAY ALL YOUR GOOD DREAMS COME TRUE AND LET LOVE AND MUSIC BE YOUR GUIDING SPIRIT GOD BLESS. ST STEPHEN. GRATEFULLY DEAD

[@jessie7654]

Stephen Zawel Nothing like em’ period. 🙌

[@lancesecrest7577]

TURN IT UP! ALL CAPS MAN.....Chuckle...Love

[@user-hg2ws5dt1p]

Reign Like FIRE When You Loose Your Way....Clean/sober since 11.11.2021 after 50 Years My Life's Greatest Achievement. Peace,Love & Understanding To ALL. Toby

[@RafaelMesBal]

🎉

[@jeffavm]

The Grateful Dead were, collectively, musical genius...nothing else compares...they are their own genre...thanks for all the Dead music here

[@willshaw6405]

Yes...there is a term on Latin "sui generis." One of a kind.

[@betabill633]

Gracious...goosebumps again!!!!!! Thank so much for this JOY!!!

[@toddkline3353]

God save the child that rings that bell !!! it's still ringing!!! t

[@byebyejohnny785]

a nice comment, please tell me about that child...

[@margaretthomas2415]

It rang again today!! 01/20/2021

[@lorishu48103]

still ringing keep it going 3/17/21

[@kimberlysimpson3206]

You could just let everything go and become one with the people and the band.....I thank God for treasures. k.a.s

[@Furthurfan]

Church of Jerry disciples, let us dance in Glee!

[@agropsychonaut]

yeah, i loved the "if you get confused..." part, right after he got confused and forgot the lyrics. ;)

[@markalan7117]

I thought "listen to ....' was in ref to B. Franklin telling ppl that did not undstnd his process of bell mkg to kinda " take a step back" relax and think. just sayin.

[@chasefukuoka61]

"Gratefulness is the key to a happy life." ~David Steindl-Rast

[@alanfisher4399]

chasefukuoka61 i totally agree the key to a mellow trip when they brain cells go over active

[@tham5102]

hearing this, it certainly can be, argh!!!

[@allenwrenches8750]

That is just so right on ! Somewhere within the rhythm and the rhyme there lies a key that opens up a doorway to pure joy . Blessed are those who know where that key does rest and to those who don't point the way and wish them all the best .

[@judithrobson826]

I think there's a few

[@longislandnytony]

Thank you for the truth.

[@michaelstriegel2871]

This was my son Daniels favorite. I will be playinging it loud when I lay him to rest next week. Love u son 4 ever.

[@benmiller208]

boy I just melt takes me back when I was following them

[@Mike7478F]

Keep following them

[@sunshinenblues]

Holy Moly! My ears tickle and my toes wiggle and my head bops up and down. can I hear it again?!!!

[@MrStuVW]

+sunshinenblues Yes, it is quite eternal it is:)

[@ApollonianKing]

Hahahaha!!! Of course you can hear it again. The guitars are still in tune, friend.

[@jonguary8292]

run for the rlsez

[@michellewhitman-foss1504]

just washes away all the ugly , leaving me a little bit lighter makes the sun shine a whole lot brigbter , come on! play it again! or leave me to sunshine daydream! thank you Jerry!

[@jackmenton7895]

Michelle Whitman-foss sometimes ya just gotta dance. drop the world and go full tilt Boogie. ..

[@geoffreyrussell1923]

Great mix,, you nailed it ! i'm a total Deadhead, 192 Dead Shows, 22 States, 3 Countries. I love your choices, CHEERS my friend. Thank you.

[@mississippiqueen2164]

I can't believe I walked out when they came to my school in '69, what a fool I was, but I'm still here listening all these years since. You do live and learn sometimes.

[@Mgray187]

I pull something from this one daily. Without it I just don’t know where I’d be.. ❤️

[@ibe1485]

The amount of times (besides my first show ever), that I’ve missed this at shows I (at least physically) attended, due to having so much fun in parking lot jam sessions, or just plain ol shenanigans is mind boggling. Still brings a smile to my face ever time I hear it. Good Times with Great People. No strangers there.....So Grateful

[@firstnamelastname5369]

One of the greatest ever (this band, this song and this performance)