Grateful Dead - China Cat Sunflower/I Know You Rider (Winterland 10/17/74)

"Although a standout combination going back to later 1969, China/Rider developed a longer, more intricate, more ascendant jam during 1973, and it peaked in 1974. This rendition for the final run of the shows before the Dead's hiatus in 1974 shows the remarkable interplay between the five musicians, with some stunning camera work, all shot on 16mm negative film." - David Lemieux
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"Although a standout combination going back to later 1969, China/Rider developed a longer, more intricate, more ascendant jam during 1973, and it peaked in 1974. This rendition for the final run of the shows before the Dead's hiatus in 1974 shows the remarkable interplay between the five musicians, with some stunning camera work, all shot on 16mm negative film." - David Lemieux

[@andrewstevens2719]

So many definitive versions of songs from this run of shows!!!

[@sinane.y]

Every jam became better with Mickey gone.

[@augustwest5356]

Hot damn I love this more than my wine and possibly even more than my Pearly Baker.

[@MarkMasters...]

Dead...alwats

[@tonylipka111]

@@andrewstevens2719 and

[@bstimy]

My 5 year old came in as I was watching. “I like your cowboy music, dad”. Nice work kid.

[@rosebud1958]

That is fantastic!!!! Bless our children!!!

[@jdoedoenet]

You did good, sir! :-) Fatherhood: winning.

[@davidchristie7750]

They were far better than Rogers and Autry tho Bob Wills and Tex Ritter were genuine players in their time the sons of the pioneers were very popular and have a following to this day

[@MsSmitty9]

The kids had the best seat in the house. Twirling Early. 🙏

[@dellsworth2925]

Right on big boss man!!!😎

[@michaelscott7462]

I raise my glass. This is pure. This is clear. 1 week into a national shutdown and Im reminded the sun will shine in my backdoor someday. Amen.

[@mrcomenttoe2009]

All of us heads are together brother let's all put out the good energy at 4:20 everyday starting today 420

[@VoluntaristJAM]

Amen!

[@palomasayin2770]

The perfect antidote

[@mikeryan9096]

@@mrcomenttoe2009 Amen bother

[@PhukIT1865]

@@mrcomenttoe2009 haha Four Twenty haha

[@veritassempre]

I never get tired of hearing this epic masterpiece. When the Grateful Dead were in sync they were untouchable.

[@wangson]

"...epic masterpiece." Indeed it is. One for the ages!!

[@user-od5fh3gn4d]

😂

[@michaeldematteis3409]

Me too.the jam is smokin.there all tearing it up

[@MrAcespaders]

The way that Jerry and Bob switch between lead and rhythm on this is seamless.

[@junipersnow1]

Besides that transition... to Ryder, they got it down by 77 though ....🤣😎🤣

[@laurentdubois2268]

Phil Lesh is one of the most underrated bass player of rock

[@hotajax]

Not so sure he was underrated. He was pretty much a well-know musician by the mid-70's. Agreed - he is great. Underrated? Nope

[@JohnClarke808]

@@hotajax I love putting Phil's lsolated tracks on and jam

[@novakaya]

He is a god among mortals

[@brianolson7820]

Absolutely true

[@xcoolthefoolx]

Fire on the mountains bass line might be my favorite bass line ever

[@robbieclark7828]

Undying gratitude to everybody who rolled tape or film back in the day

[@eileenmcdonegh9645]

Absolutely,,✌️✌️

[@slimdaniels3322]

Dude🤙🏻🤙🏻 infinite love to them especially those that aren’t rocking on this plane of existence anymore❤️🕊 absolutely beautiful audio and footage here

[@JaggedRecordsVa]

Unsung heroes ⚡️💀🌹

[@22hogfan94]

True hero’s. The music never stopped.

[@samuel.langhorne.clemens]

Yes! Agreed. Jerry said the recordings were just artifacts of the moments in time, the experience. I’m glad we have them to remember and relive the experience.

[@jacklong4274]

What a fucking band, incredible. Best music ever.

[@pango-y8j]

San Rafael Marin county San Francisco California rastafari Jah jerrymylitis Jah sisters Jah everything everyone solidarity Tucson Arizona Sonoran desert 🏜️ Africa Ethiopia Addis Ababa Selassie I Jah creation 🏜️🇪🇹🇪🇹🇪🇹🥧💧🇲🇲🌙🐑🇬🇧🌟🇯🇵🌈♥️🔯🍄🍄🍄💦🇸🇯🇿🇦🇲🇱🐝🇺🇲🌹🌹🌹🇬🇫🇸🇪🇸🇪🍻🌵🪶🇯🇲🍓🌄🐕🇮🇱🍬❤️🌍🌍🌍🇪🇹🇪🇹🍄

[@melonhead49]

Love how Bobby can find twelve different ways to play the same note

[@demezzerate6769]

this is really the beauty of guitar for me

[@brianmeagher1873]

Check out "Bob Weir What's In My Bag?" on KZbin and he explains what created his formula.

[@22hogfan94]

Best rhythm guitar player of all time. I’ll happily die on that hill.

[@richieboy6825]

@@22hogfan94 hard to say best and really who cares? But I know I sure as shit love to hear him play!!!

[@wordgifts]

Bobby's guitar tone is so good here. Love when he has that more hollow-body low-treble sound.

[@brettlazor8219]

WORD GIFTS INC. definitely agree with that. It’s much less bright and more warm. Love this mix

[@herbietccc]

@@NACH10tube looks to me like they discussed going into a different key and Bobby's trying to cue it. I'm sure getting Jerry and Phil to follow anyone else's cues was like herding cats.

[@V8trickshot]

Yes and unlike most dead shows they don’t have him mixed criminally low

[@succulentstir9907]

@@V8trickshot I could never tell what he was playing at the Dead and Co show I went to... he moved up and down the fretboard, but all I could hear was John, which was frustrating.

[@V8trickshot]

succulentstir I was talking about Grateful Dead shows, not a fan of slow&company

[@richardbronson812]

I had never realized Weir was so integral to this performance of China/Rider. So many great arpeggios. A totally different sort of rhythm guitar he displays here.

[@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302]

Dude, Bobby is the greatest rhythm guitar ever. No joke. The dude knows so many different chords, chord interpretations and variations, and when and where to put them to add that "meat and taters" with Jerry's lead.

[@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302]

Also, check out Phil's playing during that solo. Good gawd, how did these guys all find each other!? It's utterly amazing the way they all blend their unique styles. Phil is basically soloing on his bass the whole time too.

[@timhampton9706]

@@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302 Stones are not bad either 😆😆

[@bertlindsay]

​@RisenFrom youtube'sAshesAgain! But....but...Keith Richards lol

[@bigsky3072]

Such a peaceful audience, kids dancing on stage, musicians being able to read each other's minds on stage, you cannot see this anymore today....

[@SesaFX]

Look around, you'll find it

[@ryanmoore2779]

RARE one of kind

[@davidl.7317]

Sometimes you still can. I still go to bluegrass, blues and folk festivals where most everyone is dancing, including young one's.

[@Hamthy727]

Phish

[@bigsky3072]

@503 Workshop i meant that figuratively, not literally. Meaning they are all very tuned in dudes.. Now i will get back on my unicorn....

[@gregthayer2347]

The feeling this music gives you is indescribable. The mind becomes liberated.

[@slimdaniels3322]

Yeah it’s like putting the rest of the world on pause for a couple minutes. I can’t stop listening to these fellas

[@IceeDivision]

Truly!

[@freelancebythebay]

Well said/felt!

[@user-od5fh3gn4d]

I don’t need to be high to get “high” listening

[@stephendorey4930]

Hard to believe those kids dancing are now in their 50s! I love this transition between songs. GD living on in the hearts of so many.

[@samuelpowys]

They could be dead.

[@enochburning]

I mean technically if someone was 18 this year they'd be almost 70 now

[@Huelogy]

Time flies. I was once 5 and so were you but now we're much older and will never return to being 5.

[@scottszczodrowski4071]

@@Huelogywe will in our next lifetime

[@DNeeds]

None of em are 50. Try late 60s early 70s. Cheers!

[@blakeepitts]

Wow, Phil's the bandleader on this one, he's driving the song for sure, with Jer and the boys dove tailing along gloriously. They way Jerry, Bob and Phil played together in this era was nothing short of magical.

[@donnaweber4184]

Yeah there will never be another band like the Dead in my lifetime. Got to see them in the seventies when they were at their peak. Best concerts I ever went to.

[@alisonnields6200]

The baby Dead Heads dancing on stage makes my heart happy!

[@Albo96286]

Most bands wish they could jam like this.

[@dwebs1340]

Phish, DMB and Panic do a good job filling some of the void. Saw Jerry's last shows at Soldier's 😢 His legacy will live on... He is dearly missed. RIP Jerry

[@jackhanley8957]

I love the grateful dead I’m 18 now been listening since I was 13. Wish I could’ve seen this live cause it brings me so much joy

[@MDeezy42069]

In another dimension you are there right now

[@JWM5773]

Turn it up and dance. No one judges at any shows I was at.

[@fstop6139]

I just got a new Siamese cat-no brainer what her new name will be.

[@bigsky3072]

name her Bertha

[@y2biz]

The China to Rider transition in this one is absolutely sublime. 9:14 That Winterland crowd knew it too!

[@kevinr.3542]

Jerry's vocals are spot on here. Smooth like honey. Hitting all the little notes and inflections perfectly. Just the way he launches into the first line of I Know You Rider, and how perfectly he nailed all of China Cat really demonstrates what an effective vocalist he had become. His voice just has this certain quality to it, its honest and real. I love it almost as much as I love his guitar playing.

[@isaacdodson1565]

I will forever be a dead head and there will never be a group like this ever again. Masters

[@dansilecchia7355]

Jerry's fingers and his ability to use his guitar as a voice has always amazed me.

[@robnichols5712]

When you're listening to the Grateful Dead you're not just listening to music you're having an experience that's the defining line

[@mimiwill5618]

When Jer pushes his glasses up, shit's about to get real....

[@ralphherman2122]

You got that right..

[@timriley4648]

That needs to be on a tshirt.

[@danchepley]

Word! Get it Jerry!!!!!!

[@MsSmitty9]

Well put. I’m 60 years old , been wearing glasses since 4th grade. I pretty much know that feeling from 50 years experience. It ain’t bad.

[@sunshinenblues]

@@ralphherman2122 i think they were getting loose, about to fall off?

[@stevemarks1511]

1970’s was the decade of real Rock and Roll, listen to and stress fades!!!! Nothing beats a Dead concert!!! 1968-1995!!! 800 hours of live concert music from the Heavens!!!! The real deal 20-30 minute jams live!!!

[@yelenakersha3520]

Agreed

[@jasond3938]

When you see the children dancing at 45 second mark , and realize they are now 50 like me lol

[@OkieDeadhead]

I was wondering if they still listen. Very cool.

[@jasond3938]

@@OkieDeadhead I bet they do , for me it's opposite lol. I never realized how much I would love their music till a few years ago. And now it's all I listen to, for the most part. I dig this era , but the Brent era is so good too .

[@charlesrast4235]

Seems like yesterday

[@tonyfrancesco3701]

Way to fast that how time passes.

[@YairKotzer]

And still dancing

[@cjhudson419]

Every time I realize it's transitioning into I know you rider I start to get very emotional. I remember in my late 20s. My dad was fighting cancer and all I could do to clear my mind was listen to the dead and put in countless hours steelhead fishing. Keep pushing upstream boys. Be tough❤

[@vikgrig8015]

Those children carelessly dancing on stage. That’s to me what GD is all about.

[@bigsky3072]

Yup! I also noticed that Jerry and the band tried to keep the volume down and play a bit more of a mellow version as to not scare the kids.

[@markbreeland6836]

They had backstage day care, games, children's toys and entertainment and food and beverages at Bay Area gigs away from the hubbub when I was at the big Halloween and New Year's shows. Lots of friends and family and a lucky few got to be back there.

[@captiancrunch6810]

@@pokchee297 yes indeed they did. I've seen them many a times, and it was always beautiful to see kids with their parents at the shows. Now that is the way to be raised. We would not have the violence that we have today. Am I right people????

[@antoniusbritannia8217]

Those kids are 50 year olds now with car payments and mortgages.

[@IgnisCygnus147]

Antonius Britannia not if they kept listenin bucko

[@tahoecoyote]

I remember those kids dancing on the stage. I was on the other side with Jerry. Such great times! Beautiful work on the video, too. Nice to hear it and see it so clean. Thank you.

[@JSTNtheWZRD]

Thats - One good thing about the internet.

[@technophant]

U r legendary. Much appreciated 😽

[@keithmanfield6909]

So lucky you got to attend it. Would have loved to have been there in those days! Saw my 1st in 90 but times were different then!

[@daverothman4381]

Saw my first of many Dead shows in NY at the age of about 15. I have to admit I was a bit star struck when they first walked our on stage. I started listening to them in 1977 but couldn't get permission from my parents to go to a concert at 13 years old but persistence finally paid off 2 long years later!

[@robcooke7162]

Howdy 🤠……wonder whose kids they were ?

[@ER-me1ii]

Bobby could actually play. Rhythm guitarist, so important to the feel and groove and so denied the glory of lead. Kudos to Weir. He really worked hard to develop himself.

[@MyCleverHandle]

At this point in their career, I think Bob was maybe more interested in developing his skills with the ladies. He never regretted not being the lead guitarist.

[@uslady100]

Weir Everywhere

[@Karmakatt6]

Weather Report Suite.

[@mattlahey6705]

Many first class musicians including Jerry have stated that Weir created his own way of rhythm guitar and they loved it. Unique, all his own. Not to mention it compliments Jerrys leads perfectly.

[@TheRealOTim]

I love Sammy Hagar's description of Bobby - "He's the greatest second banana in all of rock n' roll."

[@maxt4290]

I wish a was a headlight on a northbound train Id shine my light through the cool Colorado rain :')

[@rosebud1958]

Me toooooo!!!

[@brianmeagher1873]

I love that line.

[@davidlamontagne7311]

you have never lived untill you have been to a dead concert merry christmas 2020

[@georgecopsey5870]

"I Know You Rider" has the most beautiful sounds I have ever heard. I go to sleep listening to it, and wake up to "Franklin's Tower."

[@olivercarlton1310]

Almost in tears by the 2 minute mark, this is truly beautiful music imho, RIP Mr Garcia. All love to all people. Peace.

[@nedtheproducer5777]

this is my favorite piece of music right here

[@brianmeagher1873]

Love you too Oliver!

[@user-xs1he6kf5d]

Man I wish Phil never would’ve stopped singing. I absolutely love his voice in the early years.

[@starchamberlain]

As a lifelong fan, one never stops appreciating how truly innovative The Grateful Dead were. From Phil’s bass playing to Weirs phrasing’s, right down to JG playing on the off beat and everything else they’re doing. It’s moments like this that you can unequivocally see the impact they have had on countless musicians and artists through the last 50+ years. A billion thank yous to all that made this happen, and for sharing it with us. You have made my brilliant day, that much more brilliant ❤️⚡️🌞

[@paulclinton9349]

Great

[@jdoedoenet]

Yep. Took me back to a time long forgotten. There was genuine magic in those songs...

[@prorespluscom]

Wonderful insight. Beautifully expressed.

[@brianmeagher1873]

Amen brother!

[@smartluck100]

My kingdom for a time machine…

[@22hogfan94]

Nothing will ever beat the 74 Winterland run for me. God they were firing on all cylinders!

[@chadcollins6745]

Amen to that brother!!! You cant go wrong with a Dead show but this is the creme of the crop 100%

[@casablanca2745]

My first show in 74 billed as ‘A Swell Dance Concert” still have my stub from the Providence show. Long Live the Dead!!!!!!

[@Patriot1Freedom]

Jerry’s wolf really shines here. The sound he got from that thing will never be matched. Unreal

[@pantheraonca7414]

I was there the night before, it was Bobby's birthday, they had cake onstage. These were supposed to be the last Dead shows ever, the band was callin it quits. Bought some killer Columbian Gold from a dude across the street from Winterland. I went with a guy named Dave. You out there Dave? This is my miracle today. THANKS!

[@jules7209]

Dave's not here man 😅

[@adammyatt3499]

Dave owes me twenty bucks.

[@bigsky3072]

Why were they going to call it quits after this?

[@matthewgray469]

@@bigsky3072 I recall there was a big article in Rolling Stone about these shows and the caption of a photo essay said that "Many DeadHeads sensed a more permanent Farewell" Well thank goodness there was no permanent farewell

[@mikeg7411]

These were the shows man lol.... If you were there ya know.... If not you can only stand In awe

[@doodahman2995]

If I had the choice to hang out anywhere in this world, it would be in the space between China Cat Sunflower and I Know you Rider.

[@spirithouse5156]

When the vibe among the band and crowd was right, there was no other live music experience filled with more love or true family tribe vibe than The Dead. You changed my life through my childhood forever and I am forever Grateful for that🙏❤️ 154 shows by the age of 17❤️

[@leegg1955]

Jerry’s vocals in ‘74 were so rich. I remember going to the theater in 1977 when this was released. It was SO AWESOME!

[@SnowTheJamMan]

The Dead at their peak right here, '74 was by far their best year, most exploratory and innovative jams of their career

[@timothyryan6018]

👍👌👍👌

[@chucklemuchuckle2170]

I agree. 80s and 90s dead just isnt the same

[@bigsky3072]

This was when they had "The Wall of Sound " sound reinforcement system. 660 JBL speakers, 60 Electrovoice tweeters, and 50 McIntosh power amplifiers.

[@briano.5746]

Right on!

[@charlesrast4235]

It helps to have the two GOAT GUITAR PLAYERS!

[@nedtheproducer5777]

Man... You can’t get much better than this right here. Perfect mix of that funky China Cat and melodic Rider... Best version IMO hands down!

[@Sbannmarie]

A young Jerry. RIP for all the good times brother.

[@DouglasF68]

Those kids at the beginning cutting rugs. Shows the power of ❤️.

[@jackiemanuel]

my life hit a crossroads at my first show. I was instantly transformed and never looked back. All these years later it never fails to move me too years.. thank you great grateful dead. you changed my life and probably saved it. from that first night I've literally never been the same.

[@samuel.langhorne.clemens]

Agree! Same here. One show was like a lifetime of experiences somehow. So much more than a live performance that imo no other band has achieved. Happy to have witnessed it.

[@vonalxao1]

They'll still be listening to The Dead in 500 years.

[@amycross5341]

I sure hope so

[@josephferguson8748]

It'll be a full blown religion by then

[@keithchilvers7434]

True, we're already on to the third generation of Deadheads

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

Nope, in about two years they'll be deemed too 'White' and erased from history.

[@ianb9851]

@@yetivanmarshall1473 stfu, you're part of the problem if that's how you see it.

[@MrBINGEBOY]

Bobby can’t be stopped!

[@everydaycliche1529]

Every now and then I will watch Bill and fall in love with his drumming all over again. His technique is underrated and his improvising is full conversation with a drum kit. Beautiful

[@pembrokejones3969]

I love how Jerry steps back and lets Bob have his jam and smiles with approval at his protege...

[@tacomapaul8831]

First saw the Dead at Seattle Paramount. Sept. 78. Walking by the side of it before show, a dude was smoking and I asked for a lighter. I pointed to a cool round apartment building across the street, and he said, "Yeah, that's crazy looking." We chatted and then he said, "Well, I gotta go. Have a good time my friend !" Then I saw the band for the first time... that was Jerry I was talking with.

[@waduhek3988]

Under the influence, Phil Lesh vocals sound so rustically amazing, very pure and folkish .

[@franksimpkins4471]

The transition always gets to me for some reason and makes me so happy and a bit emotional. It is my favorite stretch of music.

[@Maximus-hq1cz]

Thank you dad for making me a deadhead.. Went to Dead and Co. with him last night, I feel lucky to share the bond of the Dead's music with him..

[@TheInterloafer]

4:23 role-reversal as Bobby has an epic solo while Jerry does some quiet riffs. Bobby is on fire this night and his guitar tone is awesome.

[@herbythechef7624]

Easy wind too bobby always took first solo

[@Brucaleeffo]

Bob is fucking killing it, wtf

[@ml_gamer8344]

@@herbythechef7624 Dont forget casey jones

[@herbythechef7624]

@@ml_gamer8344 no bob doesnt take a solo in casey jones

[@ml_gamer8344]

@@herbythechef7624 yes he does, listen to any casey jomes from 71' he takes the first solo

[@kendrickpayton3416]

tripping so hard rn still is crazy to watch them play the way they do!!

[@dillonhughes7773]

I LOVE Bobby's little solo on this!! Really just all of bobbys playing on this is fantastic. The rhythm he starts picking up around the 7:45 mark is great. The boys are all on fire. Let Phil sing!!

[@rm1133]

This is a phenomenal version of the classic combo China->Rider. Feelin Groovy transition.

[@Albo96286]

2023 still Nuthin like the DEAD.

[@zackdunn7623]

Jerry looked so good and healthy here. The jazzy years

[@stealyourface5091]

Talk about standing the test of time.... Iconic Video. The Youthful Bliss on display.... Love those Little Dancing Rugrats! My absolute favorite version....... So much Love. Great era

[@sam_uelson]

Amazingly clear audio here. Can hear every instrument perfectly

[@matthewgray469]

That's what was so great about the Wall of Sound set-up. I had the privilege to see the Dead in July 1974 and the venue was in a sports arena in Md. and I was amazed at the clarity of the music and even though it was loud my ears were not ringing after the concert

[@christopherweise438]

@@matthewgray469 - Totally man. I just became hip to the "Wall Of Sound" Truly ahead of it's time. You can tell they're using it here as each vocalist has the 2 mic setup to cancel out the feedback from having the PA speakers behind the mics.

[@risenfromyoutubesashesagai6302]

Good lord the boys are on fire here. 3 masters, each with their own respected and unique weapon of choice, their styles.

[@ryanchase9746]

Makes me cry. Thanks guys. Unreal.

[@charlesrast4235]

I'm a little teary eyed myself right now

[@MsSmitty9]

5am Sunday morning in Woburn Massachusetts on the couch in 2020 listening to the Gratefuldeads I know you Rider with tears running down my face. Not a better way to start the day at 60 years old. God Bless You Jerry Garcia 🙏😞

[@LisainTexas]

I cried too. The sun is going to shine in my back door someday. 🙏🔥

[@brianmeagher1873]

"Not only are the Grateful Dead good at what they do, they're the only ones that do what they do" - Bill Graham

[@bunnybeckman8029]

Bill saw me backstage in the 80 s & had me on film for a hour ! I wish I could c myself dance because now I can’t because of 2 knee operations but thanks Bill Graham !

[@RichardTetta]

Bob always shines on that China/Rider transition section. Some of his best playing.

[@martinherve2688]

It's live that they deliver the best of themselves!

[@killerbee0925]

They noodle around for awhile, playing off each other, and then at some point the whole thing coheres and gels, and lift-off is achieved, and off we go. Sublime.

[@johnpetro9308]

A young healthy vibrant Garcia!! Does it get any better?

[@starcat17]

Let's hold him forever in our hearts that way - full of life and all the love he shared with us...💙 (thank you thank you thank you & MAHALO, Jerry)💚🎸🎶💙🎵 From Marin to Moloka'i, in 2020) 🌺 ALOHA 🌴🍍🌴

[@donaldmongardi9696]

No it doesn't I've been listening old and in the way and it doesn't get any better than that

[@novakaya]

No sir. It does not.

[@eamoncorbett9524]

Such a wonderful groove , brilliant interplay, weaving bass lines , the lot , it’s all here.

[@calebsutton6219]

I absolutely love the soloing that Bobby does to segway to rider. I love that Jerry just stepped back and said "Bobby is just as good, have a listen."

[@richardford4074]

At this point in my life right here, right now, there is no other lyric that has spoken more to me than “ I wish I was a headlight on a Nothbound train” !!!

[@ljd1031]

Hope you're safe and healthy

[@richardford4074]

Lesley Davies so far so good and right back atcha ❤️😁✌️

[@davidchristie7750]

Boy you sure have good acid

[@MsSmitty9]

That line sez it all. This is the best way to start the day. Heading to work in Covid-19 2021with this song and that line in my head. Nothing like this tune. Thank You Jerry and God Bless Ya. 🙏😞

[@mgconty1283]

A whole new reason to book a train ride in Colorado

[@joshb23]

Pure. Gold. The only ones that do what they do...

[@jclar7210]

Such gifted talent when they all play together so well. I miss Jerry and The Dead, Thank you for posting!

[@johngalarneau1323]

Like a gushing river, impossible to resist getting awept away in their beautiful music!

[@owentuckett938]

Outstanding. So many things to enjoy here. The interplay, the understanding and the way that the band feed off each other always amazes me and I find something different to enjoy each time I listen to their music. Today it was Bob's rhythm guitar and above all Phil's beautiful inventive bass playing. This is also a very good piece of film-making. The camera angles, editing, sound, the whole thing is really well put together. In 1974 I was 20 years old and the Dead could do no wrong for me and looking at this I remember why.

[@tomhussey5142]

Beautifully said mate

[@timothyryan6018]

The Grateful Dead at THEIR PEAK.. Happy Bday Bobby !!!!

[@xendava7217]

I'm smiling and crying at the same time.😌✌

[@stevemarks1511]

I know 800 hours of real to real Dead is about 1/10 of live concert time but to me its a life time of great concerts. Im a 50's baby so by 1970 i was tripping at Dead concerts having a life time of memories

[@Diana11Austin]

What a freaking luxury - just do a search on youtube a pull up a jewel of a show like this! Love with every fiber of my being! THANK YOU

[@mikeb7083]

Bobby knows a ridiculous amount of chord inversions 👀 Just so damn good 😎

[@markbrownner6565]

know you rider is for me the ultimate live dead tune combining community tradition and transcendence.....gone are the days....

[@christophervansise4650]

I can't count how many times I've watched/listened to this - this is gold. Stay grateful everyone!! You know our Love will Not Fade Away

[@dillonvaughn663]

One of the most beautiful things. Those kids just a dancin

[@simplechronology2605]

Arguably the best moment ever captured on film or video of the band. Here, every band member is playing to his full potential in perfect balance with the others, each one attuned completely to what is happening around them. Garcia is at his best here, but Bobby is keeping up brilliantly. Lesh is on fire, and Bill swings like a freight train at cruising speed. Anyone who never saw the band or is just getting into them could do much worse than start right here.

[@garlicbreathandfarts]

synchronization is beautiful.

[@skuba32]

Phil was in Charelston SC last night playing with his son's band Midnight North and he played China Cat!!

[@MT-bc1we]

the night phil converted the seat cover into a strap.

[@patrickmcneil5575]

M T Right??!??! I was wondering if it was really necessary 🤘😁👍🍭🎼

[@Buzzywhumpa]

it's the weight of the world perhaps? With the low end much is carried

[@voiceofsilencio]

I dig it.I'll bet for as long as they played at shows it was a welcome luxury

[@thinkoccasionally546]

@@chandude3 exactly...the facts from a player of musical instruments. They dont call it "big brown" because its light. It's an alembic, notorious for neck dive....

[@rallypoint1]

Heavy ass Alembic and those long songs are killer on the shoulders.

[@maxperez-stable6796]

see, this is the stuff that needs to be released - winterland 74

[@jasond3938]

Yes!!!

[@SuperJagger42]

Grateful Dead Movie soundtrack

[@jasond3938]

@@SuperJagger42 Thank you brother ✌️

[@deadbass36]

It has been released on the Grateful Dead Movie bonus disc

[@FunkHitsTheFan]

Bonus disc is awesome!

[@Ameriken91]

Seeing those two little dancing kids makes me wonder what my parents were doing when this show was happening 49 years ago. My mom was 13 days shy of 9 and my dad was 10, and they both lived in South San Francisco. I can't even begin to describe how bad I wish I could travel back in time and see this performance. I'm absolutely fixated on it.

[@kindnick58]

Bill is such a great drummer.

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

How in god's name did we go from this magnificence to where we are today?

[@Soli_Deo_Gloria_.]

1960's rallying cry of turn on, tune in and drop out.. That's how... Post Modernism manifest.

[@TC-dw6wg]

Soli unfortunately you are so correct. Sad

[@argybarg]

You know that the people of 1974 said the exact same thing, right?

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

@@argybarg yes, but more people are saying this today. No one is saying this about Sonny and Cher's music though 😃

[@potatoplayz2436]

@@yetivanmarshall1473 trust me. It’s the same. Every generation says it.

[@tonybrawley1615]

By far and wide the greatest, absolutely the greatest American rock roll band, hands down!!!!!

[@Luca.Eller07]

I‘m 16 and i wish i could have seen all these great bands in the 60s and 70s.

[@A_New_Yorker_Lost_In_Florida]

no warmer feeling in my heart than to see the kids alive and showing that they are so very present... the kids dancing is frigging cosmic miracle ....folks miss that we are on a blue pebble in an ocean of space.... and look ... no cell phones, just dancing and love

[@joesolo9946]

One of my favorites, I learned to appreciate this magical tune...

[@petermanning5501]

Bob Weir, rhythm guitarist

[@Mrbeahz1]

Bob Weir, second lead.

[@tdhayes1]

I love how he fades out of rhythm and into lead earlier on in the song.

[@PhukIT1865]

♥ was he the one who inspired Merton Hanks and the chicken neck thing? haha

[@karentoohey2975]

I'm a bartender and got into a conversation about the best drummers. there are so many greats. but nobody could argue with about Bill & Mickey being the best together!

[@legion2k988]

Audio is so good. Thank you so much.

[@bigsky3072]

Audio is good because of the wall of sound