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Dire Wolves Are Back. One 'Dire Wolf' Never Went Away

With dire wolves back in the news, we remember the story of the Grateful Dead's classic song "Dire Wolf," written by Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter

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“Oo-wee, this feelin’s killin’ me…” We’re so excited for Don’t Let Go on vinyl, we just can’t wait for @recordstoreday.bsky.social–so, we’re giving a few copies away early! Enter here👉 found.ee/win-dontletgo Winners announced 4/4.

Before The Dead, there was bluegrass. This throwback 2015 article from Acoustic Guitar traces Garcia’s deep connection to acoustic music—from his early obsession with banjo playing to his decades-long friendship and musical partnership with David Grisman. acousticguitar.com/high-on-blue...

High on Bluegrass: Grateful Dead Guitarist Jerry Garcia’s Acoustic Side

We sipped hot tea and Garcia chain-smoked as he spoke affectionately of the acoustic guitar and his love of bluegrass

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The Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration returns to Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre on Sunday, July 6, with the Colorado Symphony and a powerhouse lineup including Melvin Seals Jacklyn LaBranch, Oteil Burbridge, Tom Hamilton, Duane Trucks, and Lady Chi.

This month, 2 albums take the spotlight: Almost Acoustic & Ragged But Right. These live recordings capture heartfelt renditions of traditional folk & bluegrass tunes, showcasing Jerry’s deep-rooted love for acoustic music. Enjoy 20% off all month long. www.garciafamilyprovisions.com/dept/album-o...

Swing for the fences in this new royal blue ’47 Brand hat embroidered with Jerry’s handprint & signature. ⚾️🧢⚡️ www.garciafamilyprovisions.com/product/JYCH...

Chicago, there’s a new Bear in town. garciaschicago.live

Get lost in JGB’s 19-minute whirlwind of “The Harder They Come” from this day in ‘76—featured on GarciaLive Vol. 21. The band stretches far beyond the song’s boundaries, diving into an extended improvisational jam before circling back with harmonies from Donna Jean. youtu.be/ySb27gVu-JU

Jerry Garcia Band - "The Harder They Come" - GarciaLive Volume 21

YouTube video by Jerry Garcia

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More skeletons from Dawg’s closet… Bare Bones Volumes II & III are coming to vinyl on April 4th and are available now for pre-order. 🦴

Here’s some news that should leave you grinnin’ from ear to ear…For the first time ever, Don’t Let Go will be pressed to vinyl to celebrate Record Store Day on 4/12. This limited edition 4xLP set (only 4,000 copies!) features the complete JGB show from the Orpheum Theatre, recorded on 5/21/76.

GarciaLive Volume 21 is the February album of the month at Garcia Family Provisions! Save on the 2-CD set, which features the Jerry Garcia Band’s February 13, 1976 performance at the Keystone in Berkeley, CA, captured by Betty Cantor-Jackson. www.garciafamilyprovisions.com/dept/album-o...

The Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration returns to Symphony Hall with the Boston Pops on June 3 & 4. Tickets are on sale now: www.bso.org/events/jerry... 🌹