Grateful Dead

Grateful Dead: Jerry Garcia Discussion on LSD & Live Performance at Dead House

Dead House
San Francisco, CA, United States

• In late 1966, the Grateful Dead were at a pivotal moment in their early career, having released their self-titled debut album just a few months earlie... Read Full Description >

  In late 1966, the Grateful Dead were at a pivotal moment in their early career, having released their self-titled debut album just a few months earlier, in March 1967. This initial album included notable tracks like "The Golden Road (To Unlimited Devotion)" and showcased their unique fusion of rock, blues, and psychedelic influences. By November 30, 1966, when the interview and live performance were recorded at the Dead House in San Francisco, the band was already gaining traction within the burgeoning San Francisco music scene and had become synonymous with the counterculture movement. Their experimental approach to live performances, often weaving in extended improvisations, was beginning to define their identity. This period marked their transition into one of America's most influential live bands, setting the stage for their future recordings and legendary concert experiences. The setting at the Dead House also highlights the communal atmosphere that surrounded the band as they nav