Phil Lesh

RFK Stadium, Washington, D.C. 6/10/73

by Doug Collette
July 15, 2023

As much or more so than any previously released new release or archive package, the cover art of Grateful Dead's RFK Stadium, Washington, D.C. 6/10/73 accurately (and vividly) reflects the nuances of the music behind the enticing graphics. In a pastel green and pink/orange color scheme of both matt and glossy finish, Masaki Koike's intricate designs hint at the dense subtleties the iconic band infuses into its chosen range of material during this approximately four-hour cull from the larger seventeen-CD ...

Bob Weir: Ace - 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition (2CD)

by Doug Collette
January 29, 2023

Befitting its heady milestone date, the title of Bob Weir's initial solo album, Ace, carries multiple meanings. First of all, it was the Grateful Dead guitarist, vocalist & songwriter's nickname at the time of its gestation and completion (his bawdy persona as such mirrored in the ultra-suave pose on the inside photo as well as the risque cover art). More importantly, the album's name is also a reflection of the gambling lore so prevalent in songs of the ...

Lyceum Theatre, London, England - 5/26/72

by Doug Collette
August 27, 2022

The final night of any given tour can find the musicians excited at the prospects of jobs well-done throughout the prior road work or exhausted and lethargic from their previous labors. Fifty years ago, when the Grateful Dead's Europe '72 (Warner Bros., 1972) was released, the third LP of the set (conceived as such in part as fulfillment of their contract with the label), included material from the final show of the now mythic tour, clearly documenting how these psychedelic ...

Grateful Dead: Dave’s Picks Volume 38: Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale, NY 9/8/73

by Doug Collette
August 6, 2022

For all the most practical of reasons, the Grateful Dead were never better in live performance than in 1973-1974. Those pertinent virtues of this iconic rock and roll band on stage are fully on display over the course of this three-CD edition of Dave's Picks, a clear depiction of the sweet spot between structured and open-ended playing, based on splendid songs, within which the group comfortably resided during this period. First off, the iconic band had a wealth ...

Grateful Dead: Fox Theatre, St. Louis, MO (12/10/71)

by Doug Collette
December 25, 2021

A cull from Listen to the River: St. Louis '71-'72-73 (Rhino, 2021), a twenty-disc box of Grateful Dead live recordings, Fox Theatre, St. Louis , MO 12/10/71 was prepared and configured like an exclusive standalone title. Headed by chief keeper of the vault, David Lemieux, the team of curators lavish a level of creativity and attention to detail upon this package that is a direct reflection of the musical skills these psychedelic warriors exhibit within this three-CD set.

Grateful Dead: Grateful Dead (Skull & Roses)

by Doug Collette
July 24, 2021

Grateful Dead, the second album of concert recordings released by the iconic band for Warner Brothers Records, resides squarely in the sweet spot between the expansive likes of its corollary, Live Dead (Warner Bros., 1969) and the economical studio recordings this group issued in between, Workingman's Dead (Warner Bros., 1970) and American Beauty (Warner Bros., 1970). Likewise, this 50th Anniversary Edition not only expands upon the original title, appearing remastered by engineer David Glasser to great effect (more full and ...

Grateful Dead: American Beauty: 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

by Doug Collette
December 13, 2020

If it's true the Grateful Dead epitomize the counter culture of the Sixties, it's also true the iconic group embraced the following decade on its very own terms, at least at the outset of the period. Workingman's Dead (Warner Bros., 1970) represents an authoritative and confident statement of artistic purpose, while its companion piece, American Beauty (Warner Bros., 1970), is an even more staunch and exquisite declaration of style, one based on folk and country roots almost diametrically opposed to ...

John McLaughlin, Steely Dan, Phil Lesh, Miles Davis, James Taylor Sidemen Form New Touring Band - The Ringers

Source: Abstract Logix
February 15, 2013

Los Angeles, CA: Talk about one of the most amazing group of musicians playing together, debuting in early 2013 – they are THE RINGERS featuring three top notch Rock-Blues Guitarists Jimmy Herring (Widespread Panic, The Dead, Phil Lesh) Wayne Krantz (Steely Dan, Donald Fagen, Michael Brecker), Michael Landau (James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Miles Davis) , drummer Keith Carlock (Sting, Steely Dan, John Mayer) and bassist Etienne Mbappe (John McLaughlin, Ray Charles, Joe Zawinul). This super-group of talent, with such varying ...
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Auctions for Phil Lesh's Unbroken Chain Charity

Source: JamBase
September 15, 2010

PROJECT TO BRING CLEAN AND SAFE DRINKING WATER TO PEOPLE IN DEVELOPING NATIONS Phil Lesh has begun work on his Box of Rain campaign. To help raise more funds, Phil has put together the following auctions: 1) “The Deal Package"—A Post-Show Black Jack Tournament with Phil Lesh in Vegas! Winner receives 2 tickets to the show, tournament entry, and the chance to win $500 in Hard Rock chips. 2) Vegas Lover's Package including 2 Tickets, Meet Phil, Hotel Suite, Dinner, ...
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Phil Lesh's 70th Birthday Auctions Meet Lesh and Ride Float at Show!

Source: JamBase
February 13, 2010

Phil Lesh's 70th Birthday Auctions

Phil Lesh As previously reported, Furthur & Friends will be performing a rare and significant performance on Match 12 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco in celebration of Phil Lesh's 70th birthday. This very special event is a benefit for the Unbroken Chain Foundation in support of Haitian Earthquake Relief.

Teaming with Charity Folks, the Unbroken Chain Foundation is pleased to offer several auctions for a once in a lifetime experience with ...
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Phil Lesh, Headcount Rock the Earth Auctions

Source: JamBase
December 11, 2009

WIN BRUNCH WITH PHIL LESH, MEET WARREN HAYNES AND OTHERS, ALL FOR CHARITY

Phil Lesh The good people at Charity Folks have teamed up with Phil Lesh's Unbroken Chain Foundation, HeadCount, and Rock the Earth for some excellent holiday charity auctions.

The Unbroken Chain Foundation is offering the chance for 30 fans to have brunch with Phil on January 1, 2010. They will each receive a poster, which will be personalized that day. For more information, and to bid, please ...
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Phil Lesh and Friends | 05.13 and 05.14 | SF

Source: All About Jazz
May 17, 2008

Words by: Ben Marks | Images by: Susan J. Weiand

Phil Lesh & Friends :: 05.13.08 & 05.14.08 :: Warfield Theatre :: San Francisco, CA

Phil Lesh :: 05.13 :: The Warfield Barely a month ago, the Grateful Dead donated its business records, correspondence, Deadhead fan mail and stage props to UC Santa Cruz. This week, Phil Lesh & Friends contributed the Grateful Dead's repertoire to the community at large by performing one album per set for five nights running ...
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Phil Lesh & Friends, Plus Trey Anastasio & Mike Gordon Featuring the Benevento/Russo Duo on Friday, June 30

Source: All About Jazz
June 28, 2006

Renowned for his three-decade stint as the bassist with the Grateful Dead, Phil Lesh proved a fan favorite as much for his distinctive jazz playing as for his single-minded devotion to the band, overseeing the quality of every legitimate release. He has issued two solo albums under Phil Lesh & Friends, a quintet that channels the Dead but utilizes only one drummer. His distinctive, wordy writing style, full of allusions, aphorisms, and wordplay, overlays an endearingly low-key jam sound. Listening ...
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Bob Weir and Greg Osby perform at 9/11 Relief Benefit with Phil Lesh & Friends Monday night at the Beacon Theater in NYC

Source: All About Jazz

The last week of November was a busy one for music fans in NYC. Phil Lesh & Friends performed to packed houses at the Beacon Theater all week long. In an added tribute event benefiting New York's emergency workers, Lesh & Friends held a sold-out concert on Monday night which delighted fans with special appearances by Lesh's former Grateful Dead bandmate guitarist Bob Weir and saxophonist Greg Osby. The two old friends from the Dead were visibily happy to be ...
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