Jerry Garcia 1976 interview

[@FlyGuy2000]

I am always struck by how articulate, humble, and genuinely pleasant Jerry comes across in his interviews.

[@joeyk4658]

Guarantee hes high in every interview you've ever watched

[@lisica8458]

He was very intelligent and articulate.

[@jasonlambert5552]

@@joeyk4658 And you're low, being stepped over without forethought of your existence. Doesn't change how articulate, humble, and genuinely pleasant Jerry is.

[@joeyk4658]

@@jasonlambert5552 high on LSD and high on china white are 2 different things

[@erictalkington5674]

Yeah, he's a famous person I would have loved to meet and get to know. All the people who were famous I would've loved to know are all dead other than like 2 people from nowadays.

[@twobucca]

I can absolutely see why people put this guy on a pedestal. He seems enlightened, intellectually and spiritually. But on top of that, he was an exceptional artist. Almost evolved. And then after all that, he's just like a buddy or a friend or something - a total regular guy.

[@christianalden5639]

And then on top of that there's the music and the lyrics

[@waynej2608]

I just want to say, Thank You, Jerry. For a real good time!

[@kingsworthlionsblood]

If Jerry wasn't a junkie, he'd been a renaissance master!

[@joedill9073]

@@kingsworthlionsblood He was a Renaissance Man! His time on this plateau We are all experiencing will always carry on and on and on! Respects @Kingsworth

[@AJ_Deadshow]

Well, that's actually the end result of all that intellectual and spiritual enlightenment. You become a good friend to humanity and the world itself.

[@bryanmeekins835]

"I'd rather not be able to see the end that clearly." Yep, that was Jerry.

[@ianmcdougall9628]

There is a conundrum which troubles me on this though... if you really get caught in the idea of not wishing to see the end so clearly...it's no different from being stuck seeing the end. Right? Because eventually everyone in the band is telling you that they see the end, and you're not listening to them or anyone because "it's a bummer". Then one is locked into an obvious destructive/consumption mode while your friends and family are in anguish watching someone think they're somehow beating the devil. A chosen formless lack of something is still chosen.

[@ianmcdougall9628]

A blues man through and through.

[@eyezex]

who wants to see "the end" because i already saw? Because peyote & such is illegal! No other observations matter because its not legal, get High and come back and tell me = ]

[@myroncope5]

Yeah! Of the songs especially lol

[@pevsfreedom]

As a 70s Dead fan I felt this attitude was much more prevalent in that era. In the 80s they did start playing the BIG MF'in arena's and the hits, and don't get me wrong there are absolute stellar years and shows, but I think with all the obligations in their lives they were starting to see their current tenure as "the end" and became a bit more of performers than perhaps they might have liked in their younger years. I can't say I blame them of course but I think this is why I migrate towards the 70s sound more-so.

[@tenbelow9617]

Jerry may have been the best "improv guitarist" to ever live. People don't understand how hard it is to walk out on stage without a set list. They risked failure but when it worked it was magic.

[@nataliezementbeisser1492]

Yeah without a doubt. Jerry was possible the greatest ever. But of course the other boys from the Deads are pretty damn good and helped him always along. They're really a collective.

[@herbythechef7624]

Ive always said that jerry is the kind of guy who can jump into anyones song and hell figure out what to do

[@bluecollar825]

@@herbythechef7624 excellent observation I agree with wholeheartedly...✌

[@neverpresent1932]

People underestimate how easy it is after 20 years of playing the same songs, not to take anything away from it. Still love it

[@hippiecheezburger5457]

The dead’s rhythm section matched against Jerry’s jazzy guitar playing is amazing

[@brian_nirvana]

This content is culturally significant. Posting it on KZbin will ensure that future generations will have access to it and appreciate it. Thank you for sharing it.

[@Robin-gg9ej]

What a terrific interviewer. Really gave Jerry room to speak his mind. Got some good grounded wisdom there.

[@riproaring3140]

Seconded. This is two great artists having a serious discussion.

[@highlonesome-coloradobluegrass]

I love watching interviews of Jerry Garcia. He was an intellectual and such a sweetheart of a human being. Thanks for sharing. I subscribed.

[@benringenberg6265]

Hell yeah. I love everything about Jerry. He is just a beautiful person who has an insane talent and a huge heart. There is simply nothing not to love about this man.

[@Robmar54]

Absolutely true. Funny how over the years and especially in the earlier years people would characterize Jerry and sum him up and being the opposite of what he was , unintellectual and kind of spacey. So ridiculously wrong.. Heard his guitar before I even knew who he was back in 71 and it was love at first listen.

[@benringenberg6265]

@@Robmar54 you are so right. Someone who enjoys a buzz and experimenting with mind altering hallucinogens, straight society assumes he is a burn out incapable of comprehension. As you stated, the truth is so counter to that. Jerry was a genius as well as a musical prodigy. Anyone who listens to more than five minutes of any of his interviews should plainly see his thoughts are on a whole different level. I know I am biased but I love the way his mind works. The thing he really excels at is presenting a difficult concept in simple terms and thinking way outside the traditional views. Peace and love brother

[@nwaelder]

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[@nwaelder]

@@benringenberg6265 Yoniunumonuonymuooumoumuomuomynououmuu

[@headlinevideo5544]

His intellect is extremely high. Such an amazing combination of serious and also not serious. Brilliant man.

[@stefanrandall8345]

"The worst thing about drugs is they're illegal" I agree 100 percent.

[@Charles-db3kr]

Jerry had access to as many drugs as he wanted- as if they were legal. How did it work out for him? Heroin, crack eventually needed to keep up the high. An incredibly talented musician and songwriter who wasted away and died.

[@stefanrandall8345]

@@Charles-db3kr exactly! How did them being illegal help??

[@stefanrandall8345]

@@pmbbmp I see your point!!!

[@Charles-db3kr]

@ it’s B. Being illegal did not help Jerry Garcia. He had access regardless. If all drugs were legal then the high school kid would have easy access and could more likely become addicted before he knew what hit him. Easy access to prescription narcotics did just that. Believe me - the heroin/crack high is much more pleasurable than OxyContin and easy access to that would dwarf current problems. The verdict is not so certain for pot. The experiment with legalization is well under way.

[@Charles-db3kr]

I meant to say @Stefan Randall

[@curtfeyler2229]

This interviewer is so happy to be talking to Jerry. Nice to see

[@Karl_Squell]

It seems like he's talking to his crush at times, so cute haha

[@arlenmargolin1650]

I'm pretty sure almost everybody that interviews Jerry brings along a bit of the Peruvian marching powder in order to get Jerry more engrossed into the conversation

[@nedrobinson7490]

Never seen this before. Sweet Jerry is so endearing and self-effacing, as usual. Amazing paisley shirt on that host. Endless thanks for sharing. NFA

[@miker7795]

I never saw this one either, but he always respects the questions no matter how inane sometimes they seem.

[@JerryGarciaPOBox]

Same. Really top notch Jerry & interviewer. Kind of interview I hope for but rarely find. Not because of Jerry but silly questions

[@YachtRockFiend]

Best Jerry interview I've seen. Not only a genius musician--he had a genius intelligence.

[@gumper1967]

If you haven’t seen - “Jerry Garcia History of Rock and Roll” on KZbin. From May of 94, Fascinating, funny.

[@wangson]

Agreed. Same on my end, dude.

[@stevep7582]

Simply put: We could use more Jerry Garcia’s in the world. Especially, now. I have to say this is possibly my favorite interview I have seen with Jerry…and I think I have seen most of them.

[@kevinmaddog3064]

Yes…and same here.

[@ChristopherHoweOlympiaWA]

I am always amazed at how intelligent, self reflective, and articulate he is...i guess it is expected, given who he is, and I am still impressed.

[@layersofmeta]

It came out in his lyrical guitar voice too

[@davidcollin1436]

Jerry was an avid reader and history buff and could expertly expound upon military tactics in many famous battles throughout history. Frankly I was surprised at that during several lengthy breakfast conversations at Mickey's ranch. Bobby tried to keep up but Jerry was the brains of the operation.

[@MrMaenambeach]

In the very last minute of this interview, Jerry gave the best advice any working artist in any field would ever need.

[@stealurface7737]

dude so True. I have watched this interview and applied his words about the relationship with the audience to my new job as a marketer and graphic maker. I got into the dead in 2016 by randomly hearing chinacat>rider from europe 72 on youtube and have been continually blown away by jerrys approach to life hearing him play and speak.truly one of a kind and the biggest inspirstion in my life

[@stevekline6093]

That answer was the best advice not just for any artist but for any person in any field, It makes me think of the Japanese term monozukuri, which has a broader meaning that encompasses a synthesis of technological prowess, know-how and spirit of Japan's manufacturing practices. The spirit includes a sincere attitude towards production with pride, skill and dedication and the pursuit of innovation and perfection (definition from wikipedia).

[@myinnereyemike4200]

Jerry is comfortable here because despite this guy's slight weirdness, he is sincere and Garcia can definitely recognize and work with that because Jerry is sincere. His words and music all come from the heart. This interview allows an interesting view into the private and seldom detailed life of Jerry Garcia at this time. We know far more about him now than people did back then.

[@richieboy6825]

Yeah the guy was a little weird, but also really good at what he did. I would put the quality by which he framed his questions right up there with any of journalism’s best interviewers. I could’ve easily listened to them talk for another hour & then maybe later on Pete Townshend could’ve dropped in. Love it!!!

[@maybeioverreacted4504]

It's nice that he wasn't intimidated intellectually and that he wasn't star struck like most interviewers I've saw interview him

[@arlenmargolin1650]

Everyone talks better when they're sniffing the monster

[@thomastreece9355]

That "slight weirdness" is the fact that we is/was a pedophile priest.

[@philtll]

Jerry LOVED weird people. He was one. The weirder, the better.

[@bigbossman7991]

The one who deserves all credit is none other than my friend and partner in crime, Mr. Chris Dileo. He had to do a good amount of digging to get this and a lot more out for us. All praise goes to him!!! 😋

[@v1ncepupp1o7]

May you elaborate? My thanks go out to them⚡️

[@graciasholmes8346]

The bass player?!

[@graciasholmes8346]

STP?

[@marshallgoldberg8376]

Thanks, Chris!

[@passengerbob2014]

Your team of fact finders could possibly rejuvenate reality with this stuff, if people would just do what he's saying. Thanks for sharing positive energy, friend.

[@TheTinyAutistsGuideToTheGalaxy]

A flawed human being, an incredible conversationalist, a humble wizard with the guitar...basically just a kind and interesting guy.

[@JerryGarciaPOBox]

& not yet 40 here

[@jonlieberman7819]

Who isn't Flawed Bob?

[@TheTinyAutistsGuideToTheGalaxy]

@@jonlieberman7819 we all have flaws of course,

[@joeseddit]

@@TheTinyAutistsGuideToTheGalaxy Yeah, well, watch yourself, Bob. That's Jerry you're talkin' about. ;)

[@anthonykimball7463]

As far as on-camera interviews go, this is unquestionably one of the best that jerry garcia ever gave. 👍 Thanks much for uncovering and uploading this rarity, providing further evidence of garcia's ultra-sharp mind and verbal dexterity.

[@charlietaylor799]

agreed

[@herbythechef7624]

Long before jerry got too famous. I think he was happier to give an interview in these times

[@arlenmargolin1650]

It's just a matter of fact that almost every time you ever hear Jerry giving an interview he's under the influence of Colombian exports

[@chrisarnold6852]

Magnificent,many 🙏 thanks

[@picometer472]

An interview where the interviewer worked very hard to do a very good job

[@bookmedia67]

You have a gold mine of Dead footage here. This is incredible stuff.

[@bigbossman7991]

Actually he retrieved this from a good friend of mine who’s a freakin legend in this stuff, Chris Dileo. Some other stuff on here was from Chris as well. He truly is the best at what he does and is generous enough to share it with us.

[@bookmedia67]

@@bigbossman7991 Jason, thanks for the lineage on this channel. I haven’t seen too much footage from the earlier years aside from official releases and what’s been available on KZbin in the past. There are big gaps that these videos are filling for me. Jerry Band shows from the spring of ‘75 featured some of the best guitar playing I’ve heard. Cool to see and hear what he was like offstage around then.

[@waynej2608]

Awesome, just really impressive stuff. I could listen to Jerry, forever. Always articulate and insightful and such a great vibe, about him. Ty, Chris and all involved in putting this up for viewing. It's the 'hippest'. 😎👍

[@tenuis70]

Chocolate George brought me here. What a wonderful interview, Jerry is so dang smart, very refreshing to watch this

[@bidotube]

This is hands down the most personal and heart felt interview with Jerry there is on tape. You really get a sense of his mindset and personality. He’s very open

[@marccolella1714]

What a treasure of a human. Sophisticated and humble while simultaneously being one of the more evolved artists of his time.

[@MarkStoverPiX]

Having lived through the early 70s (71) with the dead and now listening to the euro 72 concerts I just love the complete abandonment of the audience in that they would go so outside what is expected. I just cry listening to what they have left us and so grateful we all get to experience it FOREVER. It’s a gift we can never pay back. They never expect us to. That’s the definition of a gift.

[@striderranger7384]

“The Don Quixote’s of rock and roll”. Beatific

[@MyCleverHandle]

Jerry is first on my list of the six people, living or passed, who I would invite to share the greatest feast of my life. I could only return his favors, he's fed me so well.

[@pevsfreedom]

Curious on the others. For me it's Jerry, Bill Hicks, George Carlin, Carl Sagan, Jello Biafra, and someone I'm probably forgetting.

[@KentuckyWaterfall13]

George Harrison, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Kobe Bryant, Corey Taylor, Ronnie James Dio.

[@upasyagoswami236]

Jerry Garcia, Charles Bukowski, Abbas Kiarostami, Diego Maradona, Marlon Brando and obviously Robin Williams.

[@pevsfreedom]

@@upasyagoswami236 Interesting list!

[@Sleepy_Alligator]

Jerry would be at the head of the queue, Joseph Campbell second, then in any order, Thich Nhat Hahn, Don Juan Matus, John Lennon, Dalai Lama. A few others already mentioned Carl Sagan, Bill Hicks, Robin Williams, blanking now but there are lots more that could be wonderful. Could listen to Garcia all day, never get bored.

[@TheRandyDowning]

Wow! What an intelligent, eloquent interview. Father Riley did a great job of asking good questions and letting Jerry talk. So glad I found this gem!

[@hanskung3278]

"See improvement on your own terms", a very important idea to remember when learning guitar so as not to compare my progress with someone else's.

[@oughtssought1198]

This is a very impressive job by the interviewer. A couple of bks I've read speak well of Father Miles Riley's constructive, reality-based, non-standard, creative contributions to the local community. I'm enjoying this opportunity to see+hear Father Miles as much as I'm enjoying an interview that evokes the best of the splendidly articulate Mr Garcia on such a variety of REAL subjects. None of the usual dross that most media interviews corral the captive with to suit the boradcaster's agendas. KPIX and KPFA were very much the real thing when it came to community-serving media outlets.

[@MrForestExplorer]

What a legend. Thoughtful, articulate, iconoclastic, humble. Great interview, I really enjoyed this, thanks for sharing.

[@andrewptob]

Whoa, a Jerry interview I’ve never seen. Thank you!

[@johnhageman8232]

Sure do miss this man

[@kevinfreer6775]

A genuine hippie ,one of a kind talent, so glad i saw him live

[@timfrye3586]

absolutely

[@Robertbrucelockhart]

I love hearing Garcia almost as much as most of his interviewers likes hearing themselves.

[@mrwhosmynameagain]

man I was thinking the same thing.

[@jeexbit]

A beautiful, amazing human being. Much love Jerry.

[@michaelq4054]

I finished Phil Lesch’s book. I became a dead head late in life. I play drums and it’s a great band to practice to also. 50 years too late but what a great bunch of guys and musicians.

[@cropcircle22]

This is such a pure Jerry interview

[@Stonefly85]

I miss him! Intellectual, articulate and artistry.

[@richardsiciliano7117]

This is one of my favorite Jerry interviews, I've never seen video of this before. What a treat!

[@stumpshot70]

Jerry was such an extremely thoughtful individual. We miss you man.

[@TheTinyAutistsGuideToTheGalaxy]

Also, what a great host! For real, he knows how to talk with people.

[@bluecollar825]

Completely agree. I was looking for a comment that said that.

[@ericwoodard1103]

Probably the best video I have seen in some time. Gosh, this Jerry is "Jerry Garcia": funny as hell, self-deprecating, gonzo intelligent, articulate, and "weird" in the way that always drove Deadheads to push Further right along with him! Bless whoever uploaded and thanks be to KZbin (for better or worse)!

[@jeffdawson2786]

Jerry at his most lucid and cogent. This is how I like to remember him, although he was always good-natured and descriptive.

[@paulbudd4406]

The thing that resonated with me listening to this was 'words are lies' and Jerry saying that language was a problem and obscured the message. I could not agree more. Words and language are traps but we are stuck with using them to attempt communication. It was evident to me that Jerry's inner self and consciousness was peeking through his words. He was a musician which enabled him to communicate his inner being more directly than words could. Buddha forbid that any of his teachings be written down and his students must pass his meaasges from person to person because words would fail to transfer the messages Siddhartha wanted to share. His messages were best communicated telepathically but not in the form of words or unspoken verbal thoughts. Telepathy is not what most modern westerns think it is. It is communicating meaningfully without words. I think this is what Jerry was inferring in his sincere effort here.

[@williamcolmer4184]

Kahil gibrian said your life is your religion...Jerry there a long strange trips ago!!!

[@paulsky9500]

Never seen this one before. It was so striking as he was describing, early on in this interview, his already very clear awareness of the dead end of playing the 'mega gigs'. And this was in 1976! The way he says, "...airplanes to motel, motel to gig, backstage heavy security nobody near the stage, and what's reflected in the way those large venues deal with people." And then think of the touring life he and the Dead lived, even just for the last five years of his life with them. So sadly prescient of what was to come. Thanks so much for posting this great interview!

[@kengodwin3879]

I've never seen this. Always love to hear Jerry talk. What an interesting and unique person he was. Thanks for digging this up.

[@garyolshan4177]

Thanks for sharing this fascinating interview with a legend. Garcia's guitar playing with so melodic and smooth.

[@patrickkillinger1845]

What a pure Joy listening to Jerry Share so much of himself. This is an amazing interview hiding for so long. Thank you for your efforts to get this posted for all who love Jerry & the Grateful Dead.

[@golds04]

It’s sad. They could have downsized which is apparently what he wanted. I’m sure there are many reasons he didn’t pursue what he wanted. Seems He got crushed by the weight. Who wouldn’t. This interview- when he was still a happy musician guy. Rip jer. Ty for the great upload.

[@mkwilson38]

What I heard him say here is that he wants to play -and practice all the time because he’s a slow learner (lol, oh Jer’)- but realizes that means a limited and simpler life. Then at the end talking about the good energy received and the enthusiasm energy that he gets out of it all... Jerry did presumably feel like breaking / downsizing / slowing down three different times; end of ‘74 of course; mid ‘80’s followed by a big health scare, but then coming back in full creative form and raring to go again in ‘87 and on; then again awhile after Brent died and the couple years to the end, where finally those real feelings of wishing and wanting came in enough.....

[@clancykobane9102]

The dead machine was out of proportion. Too many people. All on his shoulders. Too much. too much. Just a man.

[@jmckeon1054]

@@clancykobane9102 Well said . ,

[@clancykobane9102]

@@jmckeon1054 thank you

[@darrellmatthews7500]

I wonder if he would say he'd of lived his life any differently given the chance tho.....I wonder if Wendy Weir asked him about that? I never finished her book...

[@Beags]

Jerry Garcia is the heart and soul of the grateful dead. No matter how hard they try, Dead and Co will never replicate that. I don’t mean that as being negative it’s just the truth of a living Jerry G.

[@CM-st2pb]

Jerry has been dead for 30 years. The music never stopped, he would agree with the music going on

[@bradt1406]

These videos bring such great joy. Thank you for uploading them!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Most interviews aren't like this anymore. This is such a good interaction between the interviewer and Jerry Garcia. Cheers!

[@DavidBerlinguette]

Good point. I’ve seen interviews where it seemed he didn’t have much respect the interviewer and he can come off as a bit condescending. He clearly respects and enjoys being interviewed by this person. Makes the interview really interesting and more enjoyable.

[@tommyrutherford400]

Jerry just seems fun the hang out with and talk to

[@user-qm7nw7vd5s]

His interviews are always intelligent, candid. 👍👍

[@ryanlove8242]

Definitely needed to hear those words of wisdom from Captain Trips himself. Very inspirational and encouraging. Thanks for posting this! :D

[@davidgardner7974]

The Dead have so many misconceptions for people that don’t know them. What a smart dude.

[@Crinklechip-s]

Amazing interview. Best I’ve seen.

[@briano.5746]

Wow , that's an interesting and very informative interview. Great to see Jerry happy and healthy with a head full of ideas! Thank you Jerry , R.I.P. my friend. 💀🎸🎶🎵🌌🧠❇

[@bcvoiceovers]

Great interview, thanks for sharing! I had the pleasure of meeting Jerry in NYC during the bands Rain Forest Benefit in 1988. RIP Jerry.

[@Plattbranch121]

The most succinct and interested and genuinely happy with his 9 to 5 as any interview I've heard

[@guitarhackr]

Having a vision and doubling down on it with a group of people you respect can change the world. You can tell him and Steve Jobs probably read a lot of the same books and had similar experiences. I'm so glad I got to see him play more than a handful of times in the late 80's and early 90's. He caught and rode one of the greatest musical waves ever.

[@dantapedeck3642]

Awesome post! Great local shows back then!!!

[@dogleg2k4]

How sweet it is

[@jefffelderman2409]

Our beloved captain. A genius and as down to earth as could be!

[@musicdunc]

I’m shocked, thought I’d seen it all. Thanks for sharing.

[@thomascarr7580]

Jerry Garcia, FOREVER

[@HGZMO]

Thanks for the upload Edit: For some reason this is one of my favorite Jerry interviews right off the bat and 18 minute. I like the guy interviewing him. Seems joyful and genuinely interested and is getting closer than most people in a non intrusive way

[@carterwagner6459]

I really like what he said towards the end about progress. It raps up the interview with the same philosophy of being just an 'entertainer', not being able to see the end clearly, getting good at something and seeing progress everyday can keep us centered and grow spiritually and intellectually. Profound words.

[@jamadon2780]

Not really a fan of his music, but find myself impressed by him in this and other interviews. A very intelligent, articulate, and interesting person.

[@stevekline6093]

This is an absolutely genius interview. There is so much gold, so much truth, in what Garcia is saying.

[@christopherhull4423]

Wonderful and insightful interview. I ruined it by doing some easy internet searches and found Father Miles O’Brien Riley, the interviewer. He had a show on KPIX in San Francisco. The church allowed him to retire, quietly, in 2003.

[@julianciahaconsulting8663]

you edited out some nasty details about Riley....

[@pevsfreedom]

This is a great interview. The interviewer threw Jerry some curveballs I think and got his mind going and overall this was awesome to watch.

[@KaelynDreyer]

Loved this, Thank You! Dead for Life. 💜

[@GeneSlyman]

So articulate and intelligent. I play Grateful Dead music in my band, and the complexity and style that Jerry played, is very very difficult to emulate. He was one of a kind, in many many ways. His music moves my soul. As Jerry said 'nothing left to do but smile smile smile'.

[@steveg6035]

Dead covers are tough for that reason exactly - Ive never heard anyone that a true fan cant suss out as "not-Jerry" within a bar or 2. I cant even pick myself up to see Dead and Co for that same reason.

[@JerryGarciaPOBox]

25:20 wisdom I have let myself forget. 45yrs on & most of this is completely relevant

[@ivanmay7890]

This is arguably the best interview of Jerry Garcia I have ever seen. I could do without the drugs tho...

[@joelenenjackson]

Jerry... your music lives on and your band mates are making sure that happens! I was lucky to see you in ‘95 before you went to the “Great Beyond”.❤️

[@Smitty8858]

What a great interviewer. His ability to connect with Jerry and the way in which he engaged the topics was refreshing. Very well done.

[@quentinbuchalter584]

yeah but he was accused several times of sexual abuse of children and then "retired quitely"

[@johnjcarroll7]

This is a great interview. Insightful

[@Tbaum77]

Crazy this footage is only being unearthed now. So many poignant quotable points from Jerry - no doubt all the GD documentaries out there would have lifted footage from this interview.

[@btragal]

For sure. The 2 minutes before he says "We're the Don Quixote’s of rock and roll" is money - improving the audience's experience, too many cops, frisk lines, etc. Worked for a while, but as we know now, it became all about the different "tiers" of experience, depending on what you pay. Interviewer overall is okay, awkward at times, and starting with the Starship burst is definitely awkward...but no question this is money, one of Jerry's best interviews.

[@joeywhitmore9487]

Nobody could replace Jerry in the Grateful Dead, but John Mayer has done an amazing job at respecting his legacy while still keeping his own style but damn nobody is Jerry Garcia

[@kcreming]

Wow. This was a new one for me. Truly, as far as humanity goes, Jerry was one of our best… NFA. ❤️

[@Doommaster1994]

With that hair, his attitude, and losing one of his fingers, I'd say Jerry Garcia is like the musical version of Bob Ross.

[@desertweasel6965]

I guess I went to my first show in 1989/90, but the most memorable was 93' in Atlanta at the Omni. I was walking the lot wanting to trip so bad, but I only wanted a couple hits. This woman walked up and said " Sheets and shrooms". I told her I only wanted a couple hits and she said she couldn't risk just tearing me a couple hits. I was very bummed out. So, I made a circle and came back around and this old dead head was standing there looking like an old tree and he looked at me and said " Free doses". I walked over and he put 3 hits in my mouth. I actually had tickets to the show and I was 15ft from the stage tripping my balls off. I yelled out " hey Jerry!!" and Jerry looked at me, winked and nodded. It was out of this world. Then, the cops were right beside me and I got paranoid. Plus, I was tripping really way too hard. I made my way up and walked around. There were people tripping their heads off everywhere. Some were on the ground just screaming shit like " Skeletons"!!!. So, I go out back into the stadium, but way up high this time. I looked down on the band and the crowd and I could see these huge color pulses coming off their instruments, hitting the ceiling of the stadium and bouncing down onto the massive crowd. It was just wonderful and I could tell stories like this all day of my Dead show days.

[@wesleyalan9179]

Really cool👍

[@uversa7]

Groovy

[@danvincent2600]

Hot crabs!

[@headlessgunner]

Thank you for sharing this! Great interview by the host

[@bpar73]

Best Garcia interview I've ever come across

[@aaronmartin6754]

Great interview- AND interviewer 👀!

[@mikecooly5207]

God loves Jerry Garcia as well as we all do🙏🙏🙏

[@mikeyj.3605]

Really enjoyed Jerry's thoughts on working at a craft on a daily basis. Very enlightening and something to live by. This interview is so good. Thank You.

[@Omm3693]

Wow .first time seeing this interview. 45 years later. 1975-2021

[@joeryan1369]

Thanks very much for the investigation and uploading! What a treat!

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

...and the music never stopped.

[@dan666x]

Awesome candid interview 😃

[@Bluecollar711]

He will never die I've been to over 300 concerts of the grateful Dead from 1984 to 1991

[@sealevelbear]

GREAT interviewer! And of course, Jerry is a prince ❤️

[@notfadewaway]

Fantastic interview, thanks for posting!

[@78aquaman]

Uncle Jerry was authentic and genuine. He is a reminder to always stay true to yourself and people will gravitate towards that in the end. Trying is for losers; being is where it’s at. That was his true genius imo. He also wanted to just get along. He wasn’t trying to be the biggest, the best, or being a grating know-it-all. In short, his playing was an extension of his inner beauty as a human. It’s a shame all the bum trips around him took its toll on him..

[@chrisbevington1082]

This is amazing. Long live the Grateful Dead!

[@Taffer9876]

I have no words. Can only love the guy