Given the band's reputation for sprawling, quasi-freeform live shows, it only makes sense that the first documentary devoted to a comprehensive history of the Grateful Dead should span four hours.
The Grateful Dead's 1977 concert film, 'The Grateful Dead Movie,' will return to theaters for one night only to celebrate its 40th anniversary this year.
The Grateful Dead enjoyed an impressive run as one of rock's most beloved live acts. But, bassist Phil Lesh feels like the band spent much of its time together at something less than peak power.
The Power 96 Cool One on Wednesday came from the Grateful Dead. From their sixth studio release, Wake of the Flood, I chose the song "Eyes of the World." This single did not chart and was backed by "Weather Report Suite, Pt. 1" on the B-side of the 45 release...
Thursday's Cool One came from a real cool band from Palo Alto, California, known for their eclectic blend of different styles of music and their lengthy instrumental jams while performing in concert. I'm talking about the Grateful Dead and the tune I picked was "The Music Never Stopped" from their eighth studio album, Blues for Allah, released on September 1, 1975...