Grateful Dead - Uncle John’s Band | REACTION

[@derekshirley5543]

You’re pretty much the only reactor doing the dead. And I really appreciate that. Because it never was and is never going to be top 40 popular music. It isn’t for everyone. But I love it so much. So thank you.

[@jiminut]

I mean, it's 1,900 views in 2 hours, so somebody likes it besides me. And it's already 130 comments and they all have a dozen upvotes. And I'm smiling like the cheshire cat.

[@ColdAndBrew]

@@jiminut there aren’t too many of us but we are really into what we’re into

[@jogischulz2576]

Dead's music is for real musiclovers, I grew up with Beat and Soul of the 60s, later as a tennager in the 70s Rockmusic like Traffic, Humble Pie, Spooky Tooth, Steamhammer etc. in the 80s I discovered The Grateful Dead and fell in love with their music, better late than never ! now I have a good backcatalog and very happy with the Dead ! we know how special they are !! greetings from Berlin

[@dbasstij512]

@@ColdAndBrew "Not everybody likes licorice, but the people who like licorice really like licorice.”

[@StellaWaldvogel]

LOL, I just subbed. This is standout.

[@dennismason3740]

I'm 67 y.o. Seeing Jamel become a Deadhead has been one of the highlights of my life. Cream rates, as well. Plus a zillion other performers.

[@dennismason3740]

@kevin mcconnell - Blondie? Talking Heads? King Sunny Ade and the Ju Ju Beats?

[@jimbattista1120]

His Grateful Dead reactions always brings a (~);} to my face.

[@drsamuelballoupsyd8608]

seeing brother jamel react to the dead has been a deep joy to see and share in his journey

[@mnob1122]

Imagine if brother Jamel had seen Jerry & the Dead live in concert! It was pure magic!

[@dennismason3740]

@@mnob1122 "Dude! Take a hit before you pass the doobie..." - "My mama would not approve..." - "Jesus don' mind, brah, trust me on this!" - "Well, o.k., just one little hit...wow. This is the greatest band in the world!".

[@briancullen9575]

Jamel, you’re a ray of sunshine in this world. Thank you.

[@barbarascotto3873]

I second that emotion

[@robinraan]

Well said

[@scottbegonias313]

☀️❤️

[@deadduck3868]

The smile on Jamel’s face when he hears Jerry play is the smile on all our faces. Love it 🥰

[@fcorso1313]

Jamel, thank you. I saw my first dead show years before you were born. In my 68 years here on the spaceship earth, I sometimes lose hope with the way things are going. Then you remind me not all is lost. “We're like licorice. Not everybody likes licorice, but the people who like licorice really like licorice.” ― Jerry Garcia

[@vmeglis70]

Love that Garcia quote my friend...much love...✌💀💨🎸🐅🔊🎶

[@ODUBlue]

What an amazing Jerry quote

[@aileenburke4667]

I don’t understand why people would give this a thumbs down. Rip Jerry and Brent. ✌️❤️✌️

[@theodoregarman7841]

👍👍

[@lisarainbow9703]

And Vince...

[@joeday4293]

So far, eight people have missed the bus.

[@Michael69]

A lot of people don't get the Dead. I never got really into them until about a year ago. It's far from mainstream music and is simply hard to grasp, not unlike the music of Frank Zappa.

[@onusgumboot5565]

And RIP Pigpen, and Keith. Someone else here already mentioned Vince. But RIP Vince too

[@TheClosetGuitarist]

When my son was 9 he loved this song. I took him to see Bob Weir’s band Ratdog and they played this. I was a hero. Good times.

[@barbarascotto3873]

Ratdog is the best. My love and I were fortunate enough to see Ratdog's last two shows, at Red Rocks on 7/11/2014 and the next night at the Ogden Theater in Denver on 7/12/2014. We flew out from Long Island.

[@theodoregarman7841]

Awesome

[@ghandy9290]

Ratdog was Bobby at his best......I saw them probably 15 times. He was on fire at that time and was sounding top notch. We met and got to hang with the band here in town one night and they were all very cool.Wasserman was an absolute beast.

[@ghandy9290]

I love watching your eyes light up as soon as Jerry starts playing. He had this strange ability to bring happiness out of everyone with his playing. I am so glad you found this music and community. NFA....

[@namastecstar]

😭

[@jackstraw4129]

When it came to the Dead. This was THE song that epitomized the community. And I've never said this but first:) I miss you all. Peace.

[@crazyfingers19]

Miss you too! But I remember you! That'll have to do, I guess.

[@lisarainbow9703]

We'll all meet again some day~💜

[@ibrake4butterflies]

Miss you too. I’ve never said that either Jack. Peace ☮️ and may you have a good show forever and ever. 💕

[@barbarascotto3873]

When I see a Dead song on Jamel's page, I hit like before I even listen. PS Alpine Valley is the venue where Stevie Ray Vaughan died just 13 and a half months after this show, and my love and I drove out to see Dead and Co here in 2018, so I have a love/hate relationship with this place 😞

[@hectorsmommy1717]

The Dead and Jimmy Buffet were two acts that played Alpine Valley every tour and even sometimes when they weren't actually touring. Great venue but yeah, when the fog rolls in it can be a very sad place.

[@lakecrazy]

I was there in 88 and 89... so much fun... 88 was hot and dry=dust bowl + Saw Dylan show night before Dead shows.. 89 rain/mud... aka mud bowl.

[@dominicschiro9939]

Was at the second show in 88 in July. 13 years old and still remember my first time with the leafy green substance. Saw someone eat it so I did.

[@dianamal]

I saw the Dead at the Winterland Theatre in San Francisco. It was an all night New Year's concert. I feel blessed to have seen this iconic band RIP Jerry Garcia

[@edprzydatek8398]

What year was that, 'cause I saw them at an all night new year's concert in San Francisco but it was at The Fillmore. It was 1968 going into 1969. Breakfast was served in the morning. I think Richie Havens was there that night and two other groups but I can't remember who.

[@dianamal]

@@edprzydatek8398 I saw the Dead in either 1970 or 1971 at the Winterland. I was passing out fliers for the Downtown Peace Coalition in S. F. They said "Make Love Not War' So glad got to experience this time. Peace 💖

[@charlesbaran1106]

Ain't no time to hate... I wish everyone would heed those words. You're a good soul, Jamel.

[@mikeharms7729]

"Bent my ear to hear the tune And closed my eyes to see"

[@medieval4203]

Grateful Dead's. ST. STEPHEN is another good one to check out

[@AaronRadioStudio]

Agreed. The Live/Dead version is spectacular

[@lisarainbow9703]

From 03/03/69 at the Fillmore!

[@Mike_Nowlan]

That's crazy you'd never heard of bluegrass. My dad was a professional bluegrass player when I was kid and back then I was never really into it, but then as I grew up and started listening to The Dead and Jerry Garcia I realized how amazing my dads music is and now I have a whole new appreciation for it.

[@jaquestraw1]

Woohoo!!!! 😅🥰💙 So glad you're finally reacting to Uncle John's

[@Meyzen76]

As always, I love when I see the Dead and Jamel together! "Stella Blue" 5/13/1977 "I Second That Emotion" or "How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You" -JGB Shoreline 1990

[@sirgalahad5208]

Going off of memory lol.. I think it was dicks picks 25 (also '77) that had a killer version of stella blue. I'd love to see Jamal react to that tune

[@ricklove599]

Jamel, you get it all here. Robert Hunter’s sublime lyrics, Jerry’s wise old vocal, and the bands incomparable ensemble playing. Great commentary, man!

[@captainsplifford]

Back in the mid-90s, when I was in college, being a Grateful Dead fan was a lifestyle. It was all about the absolute love, the music, and the drugs. It was a beautiful time.

[@aileenburke4667]

I followed them in the late 80’s, early 90’s. I was a student at UMASS Amherst in the late 80’s and let me tell you, those were the best years of my life.

[@Montuckz]

Bro ..aint no time to hate. i heard you say it beginning of the vid. i immediately thought to myself "did he already listen to this song?" hahah! i can see you are in the flow with us brother. the OG live stream. sync'd up on a different wavelength. like deadhead wifi. now imagine if the whole world had that chance...much love

[@JohnDoe-ub8fq]

"Wo, oh, what I want to know, how does the song go?" See the Jerry smile, right after that? Jerry and Bobby were NOTORIOUS for, forgetting lyrics, making lyrics up and humming through lyrics. I do miss those days...

[@kennethsouza1817]

Right on! I first saw the Dead at the Black Panthers invocation for Huey Newton in Oakland 1971, which set me on some kind of path. Still hangin’ at age 69 and still loving this music.

[@samblethen]

Jerry said that in Bluegrass the instruments talk to each other. He was a world class banjo player before he played guitar and also said that they brought the same thing to the Dead where the instruments talk to each other like in Bluegrass.

[@pb68slab18]

Howard Caine , aka Major Hockstetter from Hogans Heros was an outstanding bluegrass 5-string banjo player , and traveled all around the world playing at festivals after his TV career.

[@nicolecolson182]

The album version of this is the first Dead song I heard as a kid

[@theodoregarman7841]

Yeap don't worry Deadhead right here

[@billythehut]

This is my favorite song by the Dead, thanks for sharing. I was never one for attending concerts; I love music, but never really attended concerts. However, in college I ended up on stage with the Dead when they played at our university football stadium. A club I was in volunteered to be security, & we used the funds we raised to help an elderly service in the area. I & some friends were placed along parts of the front of the stage to keep fans from climbing up. One of the coolest events of my life.

[@guyppearson]

I was at this show. GREAT choice picking Alpine Valley and the quality in this video is great. LOVE me some Jamel_AKA_Jamal! I'm a Jamhead!

[@neilgoldsmith5882]

Peace, Love and the Grateful Dead

[@tgforty5]

My all-time favorite Dead song is one no one ever mentions..."Eyes of the World." Not a hit, but a wonderful song.

[@EmeraldWoodArchives]

One of their best.

[@whiskersb5296]

Jamel did a great reaction to it.

[@brucegrossman3531]

He reacted to it and loved it.

[@Jeff-S]

Eyes of the World is one of mine too. My favorite version is from One from the Vault. Great American Music Hall August of '75

[@tommathews3964]

@@matthewlawton9241 I agree with you. They really seemed to stretch out on "Eyes" In the older days it was "Dark Star" "St Stephen". I've witnessed a couple of "Scarlet>Fire" though, and they could get trippy as hell!

[@Budman_Buds]

This was the first GD song where I went, "oh yeah, now I know what a 'dead head' is". From that moment on I have been one!

[@Budman_Buds]

@@Lchristyhastings Awesome for you!! ⚡

[@brianforgie5515]

I am 60 years old and have listened too the Grateful Dead my whole life. I listen too everything blues jazz rock country metal all of it. I was raised on country music so i really appreciate their laid back sound. Many of my era hated them. Too slow laid back lazy music. I said yep great for fishin camping and getting stoned too. Thats what they inspire. True legends and always welcome in my house. Go fishin in their tank they gotta tons of great music Jamel

[@walstib1989]

This was one of the greatest days of my life Alpine 89. When i close my eyes and recall a show in my mind, this is where i am.

[@WeirsBeard]

Thank you Jamel! You remind me, and many of us, I think, how it felt to first hear this music and be blown away that there was a band and fans out there that got “it.” It has been the soundtrack of my life and more for almost 32 years(!!!) and to see someone appreciate it the way you do is a blessing for all of us!

[@barbarascotto3873]

Love how you said happy belated birthday to Phil ❤️❤️❤️

[@user-gt2uf8cq9y]

The studio version is the Dead at their very best.

[@cardcomm91]

Robert Hunter wrote this song about Jerome "John" Garcia. Hunter implied in an interview he wanted to be vague who the song was about

[@StellaWaldvogel]

Yes. And I can't speak for Hunter, but I think "home" is something inside of people. Like the band helps people transcend the BS and get there. Music can put people in a good headspace - I think that's what he's talking about. Not pie in the sky.

[@ghandy9290]

@@matthewlawton9241 wow...this is exactly how I have felt since Jerry passed. There is nothing out there even close. Folks will say D&C shows are the same but not even close to the amount of magic that happened each night at a Dead show. That was the power of Jerry.....

[@vmeglis70]

Jamal my friend, I see by now that you love the DEEP songs The Dead do, and you're correct sir, NOBODY did it better than Robert and Jerry...them guys(and the rest of the band) coming together when and how they did, was just magical, and I truly believe they were a gift from God...the world needs Jerry now more than ever buddy...you're doing them well and I thank you bro...if you really want deep, is there any chance you can do either "Crazy Fingers" 4/3/90, "Black Peter" 3/90(off of the album "Dozin At The Knick"), or "Comes A Time" 5/3/86?...I think you would absolutely love any of those my friend...if not, I understand, with almost a million subscribers(Congrats btw) it must be impossible to get to everything...thanks for all you do to keep The Dead, and good music alive...much love and happiness to you and yours brother...peace!...✌💀💨🎸🐅🥀🐢⚡🌹🐊🍄🔉🔊🎶

[@52mesa]

I appreciate your reaction Jamal, at 4:13 when they sing, "God ____" and you take a long look at us. Very natural. Many radio stations wouldn't even play the song when it first came out in 1969/70 because of that line and the stations that did air the tune would silence those two words or the entire phrase. Uncle John could reference an ol' timey bluegrass stalwart, John Cohen or even the band's manager at the time, affectionately called "Uncle John". With the song beckoning for listeners to come to the riverside, I'm reminded of John the Baptist, cleansing people of their "sins" or burdens and cares of the world. Many other meanings, as water representing the flow, strength and nourishment of life. Thank you for taking the time. Cheers.

[@christopherbiggers7811]

It's my interpretation of the song

[@thomasharris4942]

There is no better music for hanging out on an afternoon, drinking, and getting a little high than the Dead. I'd fight you if you feel different, but, ya know, man... whatever...

[@jonathandonnelly5230]

I love that you did this song. This is the first Dead song. My uncle played it for me when I was really young. He followed it up with a bunch of other Dead and I haven't stopped. He passed away a couple years later, when I listen to the Dead and more specifically this song I feel him.

[@messiahmoose]

The awesome thing about the Dead that a lot of folks don’t get (not judging) is that now that you’ve done Uncle John’s Band, there are dozens of other versions you could do and hear it again for the first time. Over at headyversion where folks vote on song versions this is like number 9 on the list. With a band spanning so many years and variations like the Dead everyone reading this should go listen to this song from 5/2/70, 4/27/71, 11/17/73 (Playin in the band>uncle John>morning dew>uncle>playing)... it goes on forever. The music never stops. Really enjoyed your interview over at No Simple Road. When you finally get to a show please take pics and do a video.

[@jackstraw4129]

Sorry to monopolize. Jerry started off as a banjo player. And he was good. React to Old and in the Way from 73. Even when the Dead stopped Jerry never did.

[@tcanfield]

Yeah, great band - good call ! A cool thing happened to me about 10 yrs ago when I was a gardener at a hotel on the California coast : a couple getting married in our special “ Wedding Garden “ had hired Peter Rowan to play there. He had a little trio band and played all the hits from Old and In The Way. How cool to hear that sweet music while doing my chores close by - the best workday I ever had !!

[@aileenburke4667]

Please don’t dominate the rap , Jack, if you’ve got nothing new to say. ✌️😉

[@jackstraw4129]

@@aileenburke4667 lol

[@grzeg0rz100]

@@tcanfield Peter Rowan is so great! I've seen him live a few times, and he always puts on a great show, no matter whether it's at a big festival or at a small, intimate venue.

[@tommathews3964]

@@tcanfield Check out Peter and Grisman joining String Cheese. It's worth seeing! You Tube has it.....

[@dawntschiderer2049]

Uncle John’s band is the very first dead song I ever listened to at about 11 years old. I’ve been on the bus ever since. ❤️💙

[@firecogs]

Don’t forget to check out the album version.

[@kathburg9513]

Came her to say that! Ok live version but do yourself a favor and hear it the way most of us heard it❤️

[@jscardul]

I was there! Alpine Valley in Wisconsin. Hot summer night! Amazing show! Still have lasting memories of the show. Jamel...thanks the Dead love!

[@Chalu1243]

I LOVE your reaction videos and I am so GRATEFUL you are keeping great music alive. I saw one of the first videos you watched from the Dead and I am so glad you are keeping the candle alive. You are creating a great journey for all of the younger generation! Thanks Jamel!!!! Let there be words (always) to fill the air - ripple

[@hughsnyder891]

I was there ! So cool to hear this 😊Went to many Dead shows there ☮️Always a great time 🙏👌😊☮️❤️

[@CuzKatieSaysSo]

Oh I was there!! Just a 35 minute drive from our house. We LOVED seeing the Dead at Alpine Valley, ALWAYS so much fun. Great memories. Great reaction as always, love ya!! 💖💖

[@cynthiysparks6133]

Went to many Grateful Dead shows in my time. This being one of them! Great to see the Dead being brought back to the masses! You're a diamond! So many great artists here. When all is lost...listen to the music play..

[@melod7670]

My favorite Dead period is the late 70's, just wish Brent was on keys during that period..

[@deedreamccarthy6666]

For some real good and real new Bluegrass New guy in town. His name is Billy Stringsand he just won his first grammy and he is just under 30 I pick his grand old opry gig. Dust in a baggy. About a guy that did 20 yrs in prison . Great song writer, brilliant guitarist . Perfect storyteller. You will Love I promise. From your friend the 65 yr old southern lady .

[@richardkellberg9181]

thanks man, i was feeling not quite right this morning but this made me smile, im about to enjoy the rest of my day

[@robertkramer41]

Blow Away 7/7/89 watch Brent shine while having a time, his emotion pouring out, he stops the band on dime "WAIT A MINUTE" it's killer, it's at JFK Philly, hot AF but Brent delivers relief, when he has the whole stadium in his clutches, fists in the air "open them up, feel that breeze...." that's in the liner notes, a goosebumps moment for those there. Brent was a mess, his marriage going to shit but ge laid down in that tune..that's my favorite version of it. You'll totally get it, Brent was a preachers son with an incredible voice but that was a hot seat and the Dead scene was heavy in the party dept...Brent hit the ground running.

[@Lala22292]

I was at this set of shows, best times of my life were with the Grateful Dead community, the music transforms people in a beautiful way.

[@messiahmoose]

Clicked as fast as I could. Can’t wait! Do Sugaree Pembroke Pines 77 😁

[@raenellefisher8514]

Yes. Sugaree. Please.

[@AaronRadioStudio]

Excellent choice. Can’t go wrong with a Sugaree from May 77. 5/19, 5/22 and 5/28 are my favorite versions, found on the Dick’s Picks Vol 29, Dick’s Picks Vol 3 and the To Terrapin live releases, respectively

[@randomperson-dy6kj]

Nice choice! Vol 3 is my fav of the Dick’s Picks. If it had Lady With a Fan, it would be downright perfect.

[@bethcrumpton476]

Brokedown Palace. Studio version, please.

[@bigmike5785]

Studio?...why?

[@Mattyoung44]

Amen to that!

[@tt55k]

89 was such a great year , they were so good , a year latter Brent Midland (keyboards) died , that was very hard on Jerry .

[@aileenburke4667]

That was a devastating loss for all of us who traveled with them in the late 80’s and early 90’s. 😢

[@josephmccann4518]

My parents took me to Rich stadium in July of 89. I was 2 months old 😎

[@63maddog]

Today you are taking me to a 3 night set in my hometown. Ken Kesey started off the first night with asking us to go easy on the fairly new, Hult Center for the Performing Arts. It was something like, "I know you're excited to see the boys. Take good care of the place so we can have them back in here." Ken was a successful author and had an amazing farm near Eugene and some band members would stay there while in town. Uncle Johns Band has been one of my favorite tracks since 1980. Thank you for your reaction, you're an awesome friend for us old timers!

[@evanerys]

LOL. Uncle John's Band is a staple among many bluegrass festival acts. You're not wrong about the vibe. Jerry Garcia was heavily influenced by bluegrass. If you like the sound from this era, check out the Dear Mr. Fantasy -> Hey Jude video. My "wish I were there" moment from the Brant era.

[@mikebels719]

This makes me miss living in Colorado. Chilling in the mountain river, looking at the mountains, maybe a lil acid tab in my mouth or mushrooms in my bag.😍😍😍

[@jackstraw8145]

"Ain't no time to hate!" Enough said!

[@joelliebler5690]

One of my favorite tunes by the dead and one of their most famous tunes!👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️☮️☮️🎼🎤🎸✌🏻

[@tammywinter6608]

You gotta listen to the original studio release. I was a 12 yr old when this song came out. Deadhead forever more!❤

[@kayallen7603]

Some of the most difficult harmonic singing ever...and then they go acapella - MARVELOUS!

[@rustyshackleford886]

Never saw them in person, but I was lucky enough to have older cousins that had albums and really opened my to a world of great music beyond what was on the radio.

[@toddivary9069]

I hope to see you, Jamal, on the bus, in the lot, and dancing in the front row, when things get back to normal.

[@Dehart8184]

I wish there was a lot more people like you in the world. You know how to speak and speak the truth. Now a days that's hard with everyone hating on everything. Thank you for what you do.

[@kesleycottrell1416]

I miss the Dead. Summers have not been the same since Jerry Garcia died. We used to hit a bunch of concerts every year. So much fun.

[@TomG626]

God bless. The good ol Grateful Dead. Always makes me smile smile smile.

[@jamielee4570]

🥰🥰🥰🥰 LOVE LOVE LOVE this song. Thank you, good sir!! Love all that you do...you bring positive energy to my life! And I really appreciate it. ❤️

[@weezerptooie926]

I love when you react to the Dead and how you have really appreciate them. They play their own version of Koko Taylor's Wang Dang Doodle in some of their live shows. This version is just Jerry and Bob on acoustic guitars, Neil Young on harmonica, and Bob Wasserman on stand-up bass. You can find it as "Wang Dang Doodle" Jerry Garcia, Neil Young & Bob Weir 1988 Bridge School Oakland

[@1Moonchild]

My all-time favorite Dead song. Always brings me up when I'm down. Thanks, Jamel!

[@averyce2]

I saw the Dead back on June 19, 1994 at Chicago' Soldier Field. I remember their opening act was Sting!! The first song was "Touch of Grey"... last song was "One More Saturday Night". I remember NOTHING in-between - I was 23 y.o. free and high as a kite. Best Concert EVER!!!

[@GreenFoxLeader]

Crosby and nash helped them with the vocals for the album, they hit a turning point vocally with that album. RIP the greatest band that ever lived. 💓

[@nickrigdon8883]

Not often the case with Dead songs but the studio version of UJB is the best imo

[@fernandobolanos1649]

Check the version from 30 trips around the sun, it's fantastic

[@mikeminiboss708]

Studio of Shakedown Street is 🔥

[@jiminut]

I was gonna say that I agree but they just broke into the transition and my face dropped.

[@bprett]

I enjoy 5/2/70 at Harpur College (Dick’s Picks Vol 8). Pretty clean live version, harmonies solid, buuuuut it doesn’t have the fun boppin’ bass of the studio version.

[@ColdAndBrew]

I like the one from 12/26/79 where there are 9 songs between the beginning and the end of uncle johns band

[@darrylbaker273]

I have to say...I do love the shout outs. Thanks for playing, and listening to, The Dead.

[@KOLLIS1969]

You may have already discovered that Jerry was a locally renowned Bluegrass banjo player before the Dead....and continued to express his love for that music all through his life with the guitar. You should look up some of his work with David Grisman, Old and In the Way, or New Riders of the Purple Sage. His Bluegrass music actually landed him a Grammy nomination.

[@knightngail1]

Jamal, been watching you since the beginning and to see you, love The Grateful Dead... Makes me kinda sad that you weren't there to be a real Deadhead. You would have LOVED IT!! I love everything you stand for on here. You're a hippie and don't even know it!! 😁 I feel like you're family! ✌ Love ya brother

[@chris...9497]

Hard to believe over 50 yrs ago I was a musically-naïve (who am I kidding; naïve about a LOT of stuff) 17-yr-old who'd freshly left home & was staying with a young musician 2 years my junior. His friend & he were practicing this song I'd never heard before, but really loved: "Uncle John's Band". It was months later I learned it was a Grateful Dead standard. "Ain't no time to hate" was a lyric before you were born, Jamal. Still sticks with me.

[@jessii27star]

Memories abound! Drums and Space...They changed my life when I was a young girl. Still, do now, to this day. Magic.

[@jiminut]

New Speedway Boogie off the same record Workingman's Dead... also Dire Wolf, Easy Wind, High Time, Black Peter, Cumberland Blues, and Casey Jones. Whooee!

[@bearculb7717]

U.S.Blues.

[@larryholcomb2165]

I play New Speedway Boogie when I busk today. People who don't know it are mesmerized, like it was written yesterday.

[@jiminut]

@@larryholcomb2165 I know it was written after the Altamont disaster but it feels like an plea for political reform. I don't know of another overtly political Robert Hunter lyric. U.S. Blues is mostly a romp. The only other Dead tune that gets topical is Throwing Stones.

[@larryholcomb2165]

@@jiminut Funny but I'm sure it resonates with people BECAUSE it seems "political". I could go on forever about the magic of Hunter's lyrics, but you already know. Segue from Speedway to Uncle John's Band!

[@PWInvestments]

Sweet. I was at this show. Alpine Valley had the best acoustics of any outdoor venue and the boys always let lose there.

[@reillyc6194]

I’m a new deadhead and after seeing you react to this it filled my heart with joy. I love this music and I am glad we can share the same feelings with our brothers and sisters.

[@preeces]

You nailed it on how everyone can’t get upset for others that are doing things in life and their time hasn’t come yet. There’s no time for hate or jealousy. Just recognize what you like/love about a person and that’s what matters. You just have to keep putting good energy out there and one day, your time will come. I can relate to the opening line of this song so much this past month of relocating back to the Bay Area from the east coast. I was excited to move back and within a week my car got broken into twice and I actually broke down thinking maybe it was a sign this was a bad idea but I pushed on through; things are falling into place . I’m a musician and have just recently recorded music in the same exact room where the Dead recorded “American Beauty” amongst other countless records at Hyde Street studios in SF. Jamel, keep doing what you’re doing. Love these videos. Keep spreading the truth!

[@jonathanharris7426]

Jamal - love what you do and how you do it so much man....warms my heart....keep on keeping on - love you man

[@dandeloys7081]

I was lucky to be there. Got to see them roughly 10 times. Alpine was always a great time.

[@christinevergona4524]

September, 1979 Madison Square Garden NYC - scalped a ticket outside the Garden from a Dead Head, ticket price. Best seats I’ve ever had first level. Amazing concert! Amazing music! Amazing people!! 😈🌹😈

[@flylotusfly520]

Check out “Box of Rain” studio version, from the album American Beauty. I’m sure you’ll dig it my man!

[@jesmarluk6635]

The best!

[@heathlieber7953]

Box of Rain and this song are 2 of my favorite.

[@asodrick]

You are such a kind soul 💛 your videos have helped me through many a "tough day" 💖 thank you for keeping great music alive!!

[@scruffyroses2796]

Deadhead here! Great song. I'm so glad you're reacting to them since they're way more popular to their die hard fans. You may wanna give a listen to Playin' in the Band and US blues. And I love my Throwbackness tshirt!

[@direwolf6234]

put it into historical context .. when this came out the summer of 1970 we all said 'who is that ??' and were flabbergasted that it was the dead ... a watershed event at the time !!

[@donnabruhn6907]

He back in the early 70' s the Dead would play Merriweather outdoor theatre pretty much every summer. They would camp out all over the woods. Dead heads were a trip. My favorites were Sugar Magnolia, Truckin, and tons of boogie rock jams

[@HisboiLRoi]

Shortly after Workingman's Dead came out in 1970, I called our local underground FM station (KWFM, Tucson), and requested "Uncle John's Band". The DJ said something like "I'm sorry man, but I just played that three days ago. But, I'll find another Dead cut for you". He played "Dark Star" instead, which is over 23 minutes long.

[@BrianCarideo]

I'm coming up on the 39th anniversary of my first Grateful Dead show. Seeing the light go on as Jamel has reacted to more and more Grateful Dead tracks - live ones, of course - has just been so much fun. (I'm also a big Steely Dan fan and love watching those reactions, too.)

[@boffo766]

The quintessential Americana song. Love that you chose a live one, particularly this one (I was up on the hillside for this one).

[@RPharpman]

J, I agree with you about the BLUE GRASS sound with folk, rock, jazz + ..... You got it bad !

[@diannegaylord7170]

This Band jus soothes my soul.Thanks for playing them and ur reaction is so true Jamel.Peace.

[@kristiwheels9381]

💃🕺😍 🎶☮️💟 Whoever is reading this you're freaking awesome!

[@miconis123]

You're the awesome one by building strangers up

[@mikefannon6994]

Thank you Kristi!

[@kristiwheels9381]

@@miconis123 💜

[@kristiwheels9381]

@@mikefannon6994 💜

[@bobblethreadgill4463]

Kristy, you're the awesome one!!

[@darcisavelli546]

You are so positive and I love that. How you said about people joining together would be so nice. If people had an attitude like ‘if you can’t do something to help yourself, then go and help someone else.’

[@medieval4203]

Oh I couldn't click fast enough when I seen this title.

[@tat_glo22]

This is my favorite Grateful Dead song. Thank you so much for reacting to this song.

[@ODUBlue]

My favorite Dead song ❤💀⚡️✌🏻If I ever run into you out in the world, I *will* bring it in, brother. You're the best.