Storied Live
The Grateful Dead
The Grateful Dead were more than a band—they were a community built on storytelling, collaboration, and a shared sense of exploration. In this Storied Live event, we explored the people, relationships, and unlikely connections that helped shape one of the most influential musical movements in American history.
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From John Mayer to Dead & Company
How did John Mayer become part of the Grateful Dead story? In this clip, legendary producer Don Was shares how he connected Mayer and Bob Weir—an introduction that ultimately helped spark the formation of Dead & Company and bring the band’s music to a new generation of fans.
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Billy Graham, Terrapin Station, and the Grateful Dead’s Jewish Connections
This segment explores the story of Billy Graham, his Jewish upbringing, and his contributions to the Grateful Dead organization and San Francisco’s Jewish community. The conversation concludes with a performance of “Terrapin Station,” one of Graham’s favorite Grateful Dead songs.
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Bob Weir, John Perry Barlow, and the Power of Storytelling
The Grateful Dead’s music was built on memorable characters, vivid imagery, and powerful storytelling. In this clip, we explore the creative partnership between Bob Weir and lyricist John Perry Barlow, whose collaborations helped define the band’s distinctive voice. The segment includes a Storied performance of “My Brother Esau.”
Bring Storied to Your Community
Interested in hosting this program in your community? This Storied Live presentation is available for synagogues, schools, community organizations, and cultural institutions. Contact us to learn more about bringing this engaging conversation to your audience.
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