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True story: Bob has been to every Grateful Dead concert. Now that's dedication!

@stephenchase3352

4 жыл бұрын

Billy too.

@josephmelcher1312

4 жыл бұрын

Sadly I have never been to any.

@Thegreatobjective

4 жыл бұрын

Deadication

@bernlin2000

4 жыл бұрын

He's taken care of himself, may he be blessed with a very long life!!

@betsyduane3461

4 жыл бұрын

In the fall of 1968, the Dead played some concerts without Weir and Ron "Pigpen" McKernan. These shows, with the band billed as "Mickey and the Hartbeats.

Nothing kills an amazing jam like a youtube commercial

@davemackins

4 жыл бұрын

The 'Adblock for KZread' extension for Chrome is what you need my friend.

@DanielinLaTuna

4 жыл бұрын

Ad’s been removed

@t1harby

4 жыл бұрын

Plz no

@matthewkaras6962

4 жыл бұрын

how do people not know about adblock?

@FunkHitsTheFan

4 жыл бұрын

Adblock?

There's just something so special about Bobby's voice now. You can hear the boy he once was and the age of the man he is at the same time. It's just beautiful to hear And he clearly Listen to Jerry and continued practicing his guitar

Story time! I was at this performance and it was of course amazing, as you can see here. After "Only a River", Jay asked Bob what they'd be playing next, and Bob said "Masterpiece". Well at that time, I said "nice!" rather loudly (you can't really hear it here) and that's why there was some laughter and Bob said "we just got clearance to do this one". I went home that day very stoked to have had this brief interaction with Bobby. Really incredible day, all in all.

@KevinRibelMusic

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this is so cool indeed! Hope you have a good day!

@aarona3111

4 жыл бұрын

When you realize "We just got clearance to do this one" means ... he probably casually called up Bob Dylan and asked...

@tommckinnon1005

4 жыл бұрын

@@aarona3111 You know what, I like the original theory best!

@reillysexton5368

4 жыл бұрын

bobs comments during shows is one of my favorite things in life

@GroundbreakGames

4 жыл бұрын

He's such a nice guy. Glad you had that interaction and got to see this awesome show.

*_0:00_**_ - Only a River_* (6:18) *_6:56_**_ / _**_7:03_**_ - When I Paint My Masterpiece_* (11:39 / 11:57) *_12:21_**_ - Bird Song_* (20:19 / 20:41) *_21:09_**_ - Ripple_* (25:40)

@erichsnacks

4 жыл бұрын

Scrolled down just to see if an MVP had this lined up. Thank you brother

@nancyharrison9686

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the set list 😊

@greatlakeblake

3 жыл бұрын

0:00-1:15 is Shenandoah, and it comes back a min later

@beaulyons1977

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🌹

@juliefarrell3957

4 ай бұрын

Very kind❤thank you

Did Jerry send down an angel to play harp with Bob? She's amazing!

@bradystrohmeyer3363

4 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey Solomons she has a lot of her own great music on KZread. Check her out!!

@Jeff-S

4 жыл бұрын

@@bradystrohmeyer3363 I'm going to look her up right now. Thanks.

@simonlee8889

4 жыл бұрын

lol... seems he did!

@liamrdavidson

3 жыл бұрын

Silly me , i thought she would play mouth harp .

@MrWallybones

3 жыл бұрын

I second that emotion!

Birdsong was insane. His voice, harpist stealing the show, double bass guy, percussion perfect and Josh engineering everything better than most studio work

@Osnosis

4 жыл бұрын

Double bass guy? Don Was!!!!!

@bradleyrembolt

3 жыл бұрын

@@Osnosis right?Its just Don Was

@melaniecotterell8263

2 жыл бұрын

I wish that they would only do it as an instrumental. The vocals make me uneasy. They bother me.

@tjzambonischwartz

2 жыл бұрын

"Double bass guy" Sumbitch, Don Was is a LEGEND. You ever hear of a song called WALK THE DINOSAUR?!?!

@TheCarbunkleofTruth

2 жыл бұрын

Bird song was awesome. Tears of recognition here and I'm not ashamed to admit it

WOW , THE HARP REALLY BRINGS NEW DIMENSIONS TO BIRDSONG. IMPRESSIVE. BRAVO.

@kiltedbill7594

4 жыл бұрын

@Tyler Grier VERY COOL TOO , BUT I THOUGHT IT WAS ESPECIALLY GOOD IN BIRDSONG. JUST A GREAT SOUND ALL AROUND.

@markc.2958

4 жыл бұрын

Mikaela's great. I've seen her perform twice now. Last time she and her band played the entire Live/Dead. Flawless.

@gregmartens758

4 жыл бұрын

@@kiltedbill7594 Please stop yelling

@kiltedbill7594

4 жыл бұрын

@@gregmartens758 SORRY IF I OFFENDED YOU SNOWFLAKE. BUT I HAVE GLAUCOMA AND IT IS HARD FOR ME TO READ IN LOWER CASE.

@bisonhappenstance

4 жыл бұрын

Let's all learn some lessons before we melt away.

Bob Weir would be known as a national treasure in any other country. Fantastic band. Sublime versions of Bird Song and Ripple with Mikaela Davis. Something so American about this music played this way - its of its place.

@gardensofthegods

2 жыл бұрын

Yep .... so glad they did Birdsong and Ripple here .

@wolfjr1717

Жыл бұрын

Agree. It’s quintessential Western music

Grew up listening to the dead with my dad, hearing Bob’s voice just brought those memories back to me. Rest easy dad ❤️ I’m forever thankful for introducing me to the best music ever.

@cosmiccharlie1692

4 жыл бұрын

Stole the words out of my mouth my brother. Blessings

@livemusic3889

4 жыл бұрын

Missing my pops too. We will always have the music. "If you get confused, listen to the music play."

@JamesAllmond

4 жыл бұрын

I am the Grateful Dad in that story in my family, just made me tear up, I'm in my 60's, go to Dead & Co shows with my "kids"...hold on to those memories, make new ones with your kids! Grateful Dead Music Forever!

@MrWallybones

3 жыл бұрын

You are blessed Eric!

@erincassie3611

Жыл бұрын

My Mom did that for me too. So very grateful!

He seems like a mystical mountain man who has you join a jam session before you can pass through.

That Bird Song: yes Mikaela elevated it to the next level. With that, the rhythm section quietly marched on. Jay with his brushes and Don keeping it in the pocket- big time. Bob Weir comes in an just transforms the chemical break down of everything in the room after doing this for 55 years. Oh, this band compliments wonderfully Bobby’s unorthodox rhythm playing, which is lost on many live recordings as well, especially with the louder instruments. He often seems turned down the mix. This is special one.

@franzferdinand11

2 жыл бұрын

the harp sounds has just that little bite like jerry's guitar playing - epic!

@MrJdspecial1

11 ай бұрын

Totally agreed

Mikaela Davis would fit right in at a mid-70's Dead show. Amazing.

@mattboyle1329

4 жыл бұрын

Playing with the Dead during one of there acoustic sets when they were splitting shows.

@nedrobinson7490

10 ай бұрын

@@mattboyle1329 so true. During the 1980 Dead Set and Reckoning runs, this would have been perfect!

Bird Song was meant to have a harp in it... beautiful. That song takes me back to a medieval era where a group of people are gathered around a fire in the middle of the village while a musician plays this tune on a mandolin.... I don't know why it does, but it does.

@Aphrobam

Күн бұрын

Wish we had that sense of community today. That sounds so wonderful

The harp works beautifully to sprinkle some magic around

@gmcsrbosavl6964

4 жыл бұрын

PutItAway101 she’s the best fairy duster I’ve heard since Grisman

@tammichenard1024

3 жыл бұрын

@@gmcsrbosavl6964 I like this comment lol

@MrSesquatch

3 жыл бұрын

@@gmcsrbosavl6964 she's better! and love Grisman.

I'm so "grateful" that we still have Bob Weir! 💓

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan.💜💜

@jordanwilbert_

11 ай бұрын

Me too!

@casonbunch9349

9 ай бұрын

cringe

That harp player is gorgeous and her playing is immaculate

My first album ever, 9 yrs old in 1976 was Steal Your Face. The Dead have always been central to the soundtrack of my life. I have sooo many incredible memories of dead shows, all of the cool people and fun times. Ive seen over 100 different bands in concerts over the years. There is nothing that comes close to the Grateful Dead live. Hearing bob's voice brought it all rushing back, you have to appreciate a good flashback.

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan.💜💜

@dougspivey8396

Жыл бұрын

Well said mine was 1980 Go to heaven

There may be some folks here who don't know what Don Was has achieved over his career. The bassist is a living legend, look him up !

@martina4226

2 жыл бұрын

yes I heard of him back in the late eighties and wiki shows his considerable body of work over the years but what me most impresses is his down to earth willingness to play with the Wolf brothers

@GizzyDillespee

Жыл бұрын

I knew about Was (not was), and him following Wasserman with Bobby. I'll find out the rest organically

This is heartening. Love how the audience gently joined in on Ripple. Brings me back to memories of wonderful and colourful friends. Mikaela Davis' harp playing adds so much to these pieces.🌺

@gardensofthegods

2 жыл бұрын

Gives the right touch that harp .... a harp that size costs a small fortune .

Bob is a national treasure. It's also great to see using an electric tuner after 50+ years :-)

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan.💜💜

Cat Stevens and John Prine's has always been amoung my favorite Tiny Desks... this maybe the one i listen to the most now. Bob Weir is such a treasure. Be safe out there

@barbaramcdonough1155

4 жыл бұрын

Your comment hit me in the head like a frying pan. If you would have mentioned the Cranberries(RIP Delores) also, I would have to call you Brother. Good taste.

@stephanlarsen8169

2 жыл бұрын

Prine. Rubber hose Jah rastafari praises blessings respectfully Tucson Arizona Sonoran desert 🏜️

The world needs more of this to get us through such tough times.

@melaniecotterell8263

2 жыл бұрын

Not really tough, just AFU. Still. Today. 9 months after things had been AFU for ten months. New band on stage and the sound still sucks.

Saw Mikaela Davis play at third man records Detroit a couple years ago. The band was ridiculous. This confirms the fact, I am still in love with her.

I for one, am thankful that Mikela's harp was strung for this concert, her interpretation really captured the Grateful dead spirit. Gem of a concert, keep on truckin' ❤️

Oh my goodness, the harp on bird song is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever heard. Almost as beautiful as the girl playing it. Unreal. 😩😍

Wow ! That harp is doing so much justice ! Love the stripped down feel with the Wolf Bros, too.

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan.

Bobby is every bit as original of a guitarist as Zappa was. Truly one of a kind!

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan💙💙

@montysano

Жыл бұрын

I never appreciated until recently just how good, and how original, he is. I think maybe it kind of got lost in the Dead?

@ChefdeVT

11 ай бұрын

So happy to read your thoughts on frank and bob 😊

@Jack_all

9 ай бұрын

haha....Not even close

@seanhennessey9869

9 ай бұрын

Come on, now...such idolatry and hyperbole...he is a good player

I want a version of this set on vinyl. Just phenomenal. That Bird Song was mindblowing.

This was such a great treat to see, also the fact that Bobby just loves to play all the time and he's down to earth enough to play tiny desk show with being the music legend that he is and at his age, just shows how special he is as a person and a performer . Much respect Bob!!!

@melaniecotterell8263

2 жыл бұрын

After doing Stella Blue w/JG that many times how could your mindset be any different than Bobby's? I wonder what his net worth is, in $? $500M? Even if it is 50 cents he is priceless, He ties the years together. The Dead's casual come as you are it's all about the music not the style stance has stood the test of time

Words will not do justice to express my at most appreciation for being blessed by music and the personality of Bob Weir . ✨️ 🎉

This performance would make a perfect Record Store Day special release. I would absolutely love to have this on vinyl. With the record colored with a Red/White/Blue swirl? Oh man oh man I'd adore that. God Bless The Grateful Dead. God Bless Bob Weir. God Bless Dead and Company. The music will never stop! 💀🌹🐢💙⚡❤

What epic secrets of hippiedom this man must walk around with inside him...

@leshtricity

4 жыл бұрын

I think it's just lots and lots of money, since he's dating a woman that's literally of an age to be his granddaughter lol

@kakehankakehan5768

4 жыл бұрын

Life is a pancake

@Kowasi

4 жыл бұрын

They aren't secrets if they can't be remembered…

@lucabrasi5070

4 жыл бұрын

, that’s his lovely wife

@meredithbarbieri7695

3 жыл бұрын

@@leshtricityHe's married to her and she's 52, although he did meet her when she was 15

I’m not really a Deadhead, but this is absolutely wonderful. (And this is from someone who VERY rarely posts). Incredible. Thank you NPR!

@cgmejia

4 жыл бұрын

you are a deadhead, just didn't know it!

@JimHansbauer

4 жыл бұрын

That's how it starts!! :-)

@cookinginhalifax5738

4 жыл бұрын

This isn’t about you.

@Blaps16

4 жыл бұрын

You don’t have to be a deadhead to love beautiful music❤️⚡️💙

@jaek4489

4 жыл бұрын

The bus come by and you got on that's where it all began

I just fell 100% completely and absolutely in love w every note and every second of this performance. Found it at 9AM this morning and it has set the whole tone for this chilly, rainy day by making me warm and calm and happy…thanks so much, gang, for this one.💜

I literally only just discovered this band through tiny desk, I feel both in awe and like ive known them forever ❤

We love you more than words can tell Bobby. Gratefully Deadicated

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 🥰 and I hope you never stop being a fan, I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s okay by you.💜💜💜💜

didn't expect this to make me cry. so beautiful, cathartic. clearly honoring Jerry

I love how the audience couldnt help but sing along at the end of Ripple ❤

Bob Weir is a national treasure. When he goes, so goes a legacy of truly unique Americana. Cmon folks. Birdsong? are you kidding me.

An acoustic guitar, modest drum kit, stand-up bass, 2-part harmony, good songs and TALENT. Wow!!!

@nedrobinson7490

10 ай бұрын

No 808 needed. No beat needed. No producer needed (this performance would have worked truly acoustic, with a single mic in the middle of the room) Talent. Authenticity. Generosity of spirit. That’s why people will be singing these songs in 200 years and no one will remember Dreck (drake) in 20 😂

Mikaela Davis on harp!! 💖

@mightyquinn38

4 жыл бұрын

rachael is awake v She’s cute like Stevie Nicks

@shaolin_tcg4727

3 жыл бұрын

What an angel

@benharris9079

3 жыл бұрын

Her original work is amazing. I hope people seeing her here check it out.

@billywingrove5052

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you...I needed that for... research purposes... hehe

Absolute chills. Bobby is one of my heroes for sure. So glad he got to grow older and show us more music!!! Love his Dead pin on his strap!

Positive vibrations! Real music. Pump up the volume!

yall should mention Mikaela's name in the title/description, she rocked it

@stephanlarsen8169

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I Jah Herb Jah love Jah Jerry Jah rastafari praises blessings respectfully Tucson Arizona Sonoran desert 🏜️ Jah sisters Jah Trey Jah Duane Africa Ethiopia Addis Ababa Selassie I Jah Creation herbalist spiritual awakening chant down Babylon

Wow!! I went to high school and had jury duty with Mikaela Davis on the harp. Cool to see her make it this far.

I sent this to my daughter to listen to during a chemo treatment. She loved it :-)

@bobweir4465

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👏so much for the comments and support you’ve showed me towards my Music 🎵 , I'm so grateful and happy to check on you! You can leave me a text on my mail; and let me know more about you

So much appreciation for Bobby and the Dead. If they hadn't made music I wouldn't have been born, since my parents wouldn't have ended up meeting. So I'm just thankful to exist in a world where I can experience music like this

Don Was on bass is a legend. was just watching him with Tom Petty in his last few shows. This is amazing so grateful for these guys.

R.I.P. Steve Hribernik, who took me to see my first GD concert at 16 years old.

Bob is such a gift to the people. We are cause you Weir

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 🥰 and I hope you never stop being a fan, I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s okay by you.💜💜💜💜

This was a treat. The harp brought an ethereal quality to birdsong that I haven’t heard in 25 years

@mikegallagher2732

2 жыл бұрын

I Havent heard birdsong played THAT AMAZING since '80 ... Radio city music hall...

She's got Jerry Garcia guitar phrasing style... on harp! And the sound... great replacement for JG guitar. I'd like to listen to Wharf Rats with her on the stage playing the harp... Amazing.

Best harp playing I’ve ever seen in my life! Bob and crew still bring the legendary Dead jams. It’s as good seeing him now as it was in the dead days.

Saw my 1st show 11/10/84 in NJ. Gotta say that it makes me cry to see Bobby sing Jerry songs. The Birdsong was amazing! Jerry approved and smiled from Heaven I’m sure.

Oh my gosh. Having a bad football week. Caught this Tiny Desk Concert. How things change. The harp player is awesome, just like the comments say. She looks a little intimidated at 1st. When she closes her eyes it really shows at this time she seems to be enjoying herself or seems more at peace & less intimated. Forget week 17. I have just seen one of the best shows. Thank you.

Wow... best bird song post jerry imo. Weirs still making magic happen

R.I.P. Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter.

@Weedbandit12

4 жыл бұрын

Bruce Morgen let “their” be songs to fill the air ;)

@editorjuno

4 жыл бұрын

@@Weedbandit12 -- Amen to that!

@rodnichols1922

4 жыл бұрын

Hope this 'a river ' turns out, bob

@jonevens5133

4 жыл бұрын

And Barlow and pigpen! 🖤

@jaek4489

4 жыл бұрын

And Brent 💀🌹🐢💙⚡❤

This is one of the best things I've ever heard.

Ah the great Don Was One of my all time favourite players

What an absolute legend!

if more people appreciated things like this the world would be a better place to live :)

"im pretty sure we're over our t- time limit" bob play for 7 hours ill cry to every song. forever one of my fav humans and songwriters/guitar players. inspired me, n may the love, magic, and music spread to generations and beyond. i feel as my soul is being wrapped in a golden blanket. kissed by the sun

The giant harp and the stand-up bass, together sound so sick!!

Dry your eyes on the wind... I may have to after that rendition

In a world gone mad....sincere gratitude for this wonderful gem. Smile to my heart. Even included my favorite song...masterpiece!

Love "Only a River" - one of Bobby's best compositions!

I've never seen a harp played this way before-- beautiful!

@WillStephensArt

Ай бұрын

Bob Dylan 1966 Live Album at Royal Albert hall, thank me later pal

Best bird song ever ! Jerry would approve.

@marblemark1903

3 жыл бұрын

It was absolutely stellar, but Branford & the boys in N.Y. 1990 definitely hold that honor imho🔥💜🔥

@edwardboone4395

3 жыл бұрын

@@marblemark1903 or veneta 72

You can't bottle lightning...unless you are Bob Weir. Bravo.

@mackenziejenkins1095

4 жыл бұрын

agreeeed.

@noahachrem

3 жыл бұрын

Or owsley ... lol

@bobweir4465

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👏so much for the comments and support you’ve showed me towards my Music 🎵 , I'm so grateful and happy to check on you! You can leave me a text on my mail; and let me know more about you

@andrewmtreat

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobweir4465 Ha!

@bobweir4465

2 жыл бұрын

I can as well add you up to my fans page on email if that’s ok by you

Thank you for carrying the torch for all these years Mr. Weir. Keeping the flame burning.

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 🥰 and I hope you never stop being a fan, I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s okay by you.💜💜💜💜

That Bird Song was bananas

Thank you Bob for keeping it amazing...... a Harp for Birdsong and Ripple...... Heaven sent....

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 🥰 and I hope you never stop being a fan, I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s okay by you.💜💜💜💜

That bird song was just beautiful with the harp! And seeing Bobby's eyes during the first line of ripple, thinking of Jerry living through the music... made me tear up!

@Inertia888

4 жыл бұрын

Me too friend

@4775joshua

9 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. You could see it on his face.

Jam, like band Traffic, while always enjoying Bob Boilen and Tiny Desk: NPR. 🐬

So wonderful hearing Bob again. Great group. The harp was awesome! Thank you!

That harp is absolutely beautiful

Masterpiece bridge is so funky. I love Bob and Bob so much ❤️

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my musical I’m so grateful and I hope you never stop being a fan.💜💜

Just wonderful..

He sounds great man! Love his guitar playing

Alright, imagine browsing thru tube and stumbling on this. Positively wonderful.

Thank you, Bobby. You are a wonderful reminder of some of the most cherished musical moments in my life, and I've had many with you and the band. For all that you do, I'm eternally grateful to be alive while you graced us with your craft.

@bobbyweir9279

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for supporting my music 🎶 I’m so grateful 🥰 and I hope you never stop being a fan, I would like to honor you by giving you my personal information if that’s okay by you.💜💜💜💜

@jamesgeorge3289

6 ай бұрын

I needed some inspiration today thanks Bobby and friends

That Bobby sure can squeeze out some unbelievable rhythm!

That harp WOW

I've watched many Tiny Desk Concerts and this one has to be the best ever, the artistry and playing is just sublime.

Since experiencing this video last week I have been playing it nearly twice a day everyday. It is such a beautiful arrangement with the Wolf Bros and Mikaela's Harp playing. I am a new fan to Grateful Dead and I can see and feel the retrospect in Bob's eyes. I bet he has really seen it all.I hope to live a life as wonderous as him and the dead have. Wonder-full performance.

This is AWESOME!!! I absolutely love you three together! Happy!!

Thank you so much for al those beautiful moments you help to create with your concerts

The harp player is a Christmas Eve chocolate egg nog, warm winters night, peppermint splendor, butterscotch and pine tree, velvet warm campfire of marshmallow wonder.

Bob weir, sounds even better with age

@ronvalley1973

4 жыл бұрын

nahhhhhhhh

@bernlin2000

4 жыл бұрын

Aging like a fine scotch 👍👍

@FunkHitsTheFan

4 жыл бұрын

His voice never changed amazingly just a bit more soul

we love you, bob. thanks for bein here bud.

After seeing a couple more Bobby Weir and Wolf Brothers shows this past week, I am so glad to see this again. Such a great reminder of this rare energy!

After I got done. I was like WHAT JUST HAPPENED! This was a ride. Such a gem

Yes! Bobby is an absolute legend 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I keep listening to this over and over and it gets better every time.

Absolutely wonderful, god bless you Bob. Life is the richer for your presence. Peace, love and all good things to you x

Love is real. Not fade away. Thank you NPR! 💀⚡💗

Feels like coming home♥️🙏🏼

Sounding great! Mature, smoothed-out, wonderful. Thank you everyone!