Steve, I am a guitar teacher in Minneapolis MN, and as I watch this video I'm sitting in a classroom named after Bob. It's called the Dylan room! Anyway, these stories mean so very much to all of us. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. Last week we got to hear about you and Jerry meeting John Lennon. This week it's Dylan? Unreal!
Great quote from Dylan to John Scher at Jerry's funeral. Looking at the coffin, Dylan turned to him and said "that guy was the only person in the world who knew what it was like to be me."
Thanks, Steve, as always. The Grateful Dead, and all that surrounded them, was, and still is a major part of my life (320 GD shows between 1978 and 1995 plus countlessJGB, Bobby, Phil, etc side shows). Your stories provide insights and perspectives that are unknown to those of us on the outside, and are fascinating to hear. I had the pleasure of meeting you once, years ago, and it stands as one of the most thrilling days for me. Live long and prosper, my friend...you're a national treasure ☮️♥️
I cant imagine smoking joints with Bob Dylan while the Grateful Dead were rehearsing. This is legend. I caught a Dylan and Dead show on the 4th of July in Buffalo. Great music.
Steve, I can't thank you enough for the fine, often funny, and truly heartfelt memories you share. I had the good fortune to go to a few of those shows in 1987, and loved every minute. They were quite a departure from years of seeing The Dead, and will forever be in my heart. I hope it feels good to you to be able to share these stories, as I know how it can feel when many of the people you are speaking of have departed Earth, and you can longer reminisce with them. Your memory and recollection are amazing! Thanks again, and looking forward to your next video.
Dylan and The Dead in the Summer of 1987 was a great moment in my life. Seeing Bob Dylan and Jerry Garcia, and the rest of the boys, on the same stage was a spine-tingling event. I caught them at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia on 7/10/87, the day before my 29th birthday, and it was my first time seeing Dylan, I managed about 10 more times. And thank you for this little peak into the inner workings of the Grateful Dead world. Does the famous sofa still exist?
Love you Mr. Steven! You are the man! Thank you for sharing your stories! I was at the Eugene Oregon show in 1987! Great performance shared by all! WOOWOOO~!!!
Awesome. Hi steve cheers 🍻 from Cleveland. This is great I love it. My 2 favorites dylan and the dead that was my 1st show at the akron rubber bowl in 87 and the couch!! Talk about sycopation !! Amazing. Happy holidays to you and all the dead family. Ps I saw dylan for millionth time this summer with willie nelson. Bob was amazing all the best brothers all the best ❤❤
Akron Rubber bowl was 1986.Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers was Dylans back up band.Dylan came out and played a few songs with the Dead during their set.
@Ray-b7l thanks. It was a long time ago I was 15 good times I remember thinking man these guys and the deadheads are cool. My 1st show. I knew some dead bur wasn't a deadhead yet. That's where it all began. Happy holidays
@@christophercampbell1677I grew up in CT, live outside Cleveland now. My first time seeing the Dead was this same tour but at Giants Stadium. Great memory.
Like a typical college student in 1974 I was strapped for cash. I sent my $$ in for tickets for the Dylan/Band concert, then flew home to buy tickets for the Seattle show. I was all set until I returned to college and read a letter that I had NSF for Oakland. Thankfully I saw Dylan at Kezar in 1975.
God bless you big Steve!!! I got to see that amazing tour o Dylan and the Dead in 87 . what a show..I was lucky enough to see the Dead in the 80s for any show I could get too with my best friends the Dedelow family...Jim was about older and turned us on when we were like 10...Jeff got to take Brian billy Durham Michelle dedelow now and that show completely changed my life.billy and I ran down in front and I remembered seeing you and cmon without come-on within and I was so blessed to see probably my third show and it blew my mind musiccally...I think I was in my teens and now I can share that of many beautiful experiences with you guys and my beautiful daughter Taylor Travis has loved the dead since she could first hear you guys and I loved every minute playing the songs sharing the beauty of the best years of my life...she lives in l.a.now and loves a lot better because of your guys beautiful inspiration of love life and happiness.
Love it Mayne! Really diggin' the content You dishin'.! Would Love to get the chance to get sum of that vintage Dead memorabilia You've been talkin' bout'.
I bought a a ticket from some black dude in the parking lot at Anaheim, it was counterfeit. I didn’t have anymore money to buy a good ticket. I hear 1000 tons of steel in the parking lot and went home.
I was delighted to see Dylan in November of ‘23 in Huntington Wv, he played at the famous old theater, the Keith Albee, but the Dead played here too a few times, not in the theater, they played in the mountain health arena close by. I think the April ‘78 show here is on the new Friends of the Devils deal they’re putting out now.
What an awesome story. Dylan does seem to be an enigmatic cat. He goes back and forth from being normal to being truly weird. I always wondered if that's just a put on. There are some speculations that he may be autistic, like David Byrne. This would kind of make sense, because autistic people are disconnected, but also highly dedicated to whatever they are doing. That's why his music probably connected with so many people; because so many people are actually disconnected. It's ironic isnt it.
I have a question that I’m certain Steve Parish might have an answer to… Thanksgiving 1976 Bill Graham presents The Last Waltz The Band and Famous Friends at his famous Winterland Theatre in San Francisco Now, I’m aware The Dead were known to have their own Thanksgiving Feasts but how come there is NO evidence of ANY of The Dead at that show? The Dead woulda been very well aquainted with The Band and everyone else on that show in 1976 and it’s hard to imagine that The Dead organisation would not have been aware of this show BTW Great to hear that story about meeting Bob… Thanks for all the recollections here also I recall reading about Jerry being asked by Bill Graham to perform with Bob during his 1979 run at The Warfield… Bob wasn’t selling tickets ‘cos of his recent “Born Again” vibe and Bill reckoned, correctly, that Jerry on the bill would bump up sales… Any recollection about that happening?
What about the 86’ Dead/Dylan/Petty tour? Didn’t you have some interaction with Dylan then? The last stop was RFK for two shows and it was HOT. It was after RFK that Jerry had the diabetic coma.
I'm wearing the same Pendelton as Big Steve. I feel part of the club. 😂😂 I had read recently that Dylan showed up to a Grateful Dead show in 1991 or something and was standing on the side of the stage wanting to play with the Dead and they took a vote and everyone but Phil Lesh said no. Also, during set break Lesh ran into Dylan backstage and told him to fvck off (in so many words) and that Dylan was a big drunk during the tour.
Thank you Big Steve for sharing this. Jerry and Bob, the two greatest loves, of my life
Steve, I am a guitar teacher in Minneapolis MN, and as I watch this video I'm sitting in a classroom named after Bob. It's called the Dylan room! Anyway, these stories mean so very much to all of us. Thank you so much for sharing them with us. Last week we got to hear about you and Jerry meeting John Lennon. This week it's Dylan? Unreal!
Great quote from Dylan to John Scher at Jerry's funeral. Looking at the coffin, Dylan turned to him and said "that guy was the only person in the world who knew what it was like to be me."
These stories are priceless, every week unbelievable!
Thanks, Steve, as always. The Grateful Dead, and all that surrounded them, was, and still is a major part of my life (320 GD shows between 1978 and 1995 plus countlessJGB, Bobby, Phil, etc side shows). Your stories provide insights and perspectives that are unknown to those of us on the outside, and are fascinating to hear. I had the pleasure of meeting you once, years ago, and it stands as one of the most thrilling days for me. Live long and prosper, my friend...you're a national treasure ☮️♥️
Thanks Big Steve!
Great Story, Thanks for the Christmas Gift !
I cant imagine smoking joints with Bob Dylan while the Grateful Dead were rehearsing. This is legend. I caught a Dylan and Dead show on the 4th of July in Buffalo. Great music.
Steve, I can't thank you enough for the fine, often funny, and truly heartfelt memories you share. I had the good fortune to go to a few of those shows in 1987, and loved every minute. They were quite a departure from years of seeing The Dead, and will forever be in my heart. I hope it feels good to you to be able to share these stories, as I know how it can feel when many of the people you are speaking of have departed Earth, and you can longer reminisce with them. Your memory and recollection are amazing! Thanks again, and looking forward to your next video.
The Energy Around Dylan & The Dead Is Astounding... I Experienced A Good Taste During The East Coast Dates! Magic Abound On The Road... ☮🤍💪🎹🎄🌎
That had to be so fun being on tour with Bob Dylan and partying and all.
I never knew that it really was Dylan who started this collaboration, from the stage to boot. Amazing story! Thank you, Big Steve!
None of this would have happened without one guy.....Bill Graham. Thank you Bill.
Dylan and The Dead in the Summer of 1987 was a great moment in my life. Seeing Bob Dylan and Jerry Garcia, and the rest of the boys, on the same stage was a spine-tingling event. I caught them at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia on 7/10/87, the day before my 29th birthday, and it was my first time seeing Dylan, I managed about 10 more times. And thank you for this little peak into the inner workings of the Grateful Dead world. Does the famous sofa still exist?
Dylan reminds me of a domesticated cat. Great story and amazing how that couch plays a central role
It was inevitable that Dylan and the Dead would get together. They were molded musically from the same form.
⚡️So good Steve👁️Thank you so much❤️✌️💨
Thanks Big Steve I love your stories ❤🎉
Your awesome man Forever Grateful Forever Dead 🔴⚡🔵🤘🏻
Merry Christmas.
Amazing stories! Thanks, Big Steve!
Love you Mr. Steven! You are the man! Thank you for sharing your stories! I was at the Eugene Oregon show in 1987! Great performance shared by all! WOOWOOO~!!!
Awesome ! Thank you Steve !! 😊 ❤
Merry Christmas ! 🎄
One of the great stories.
Great Story bro.
Fantastic story! Greetings from Stockholm 🇸🇪
I LOVE IT!!!!
Awesome. Hi steve cheers 🍻 from Cleveland. This is great I love it. My 2 favorites dylan and the dead that was my 1st show at the akron rubber bowl in 87 and the couch!! Talk about sycopation !! Amazing. Happy holidays to you and all the dead family. Ps I saw dylan for millionth time this summer with willie nelson. Bob was amazing all the best brothers all the best ❤❤
Akron Rubber bowl was 1986.Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers was Dylans back up band.Dylan came out and played a few songs with the Dead during their set.
@Ray-b7l thanks. It was a long time ago I was 15 good times I remember thinking man these guys and the deadheads are cool. My 1st show. I knew some dead bur wasn't a deadhead yet. That's where it all began. Happy holidays
@@christophercampbell1677I grew up in CT, live outside Cleveland now. My first time seeing the Dead was this same tour but at Giants Stadium. Great memory.
@shatoyancy9102 too cool. How are you liking cleveland
Love Dylan & the Dead at Oakland one of the BEST shows EVER!
Like a typical college student in 1974 I was strapped for cash. I sent my $$ in for tickets for the Dylan/Band concert, then flew home to buy tickets for the Seattle show. I was all set until I returned to college and read a letter that I had NSF for Oakland. Thankfully I saw Dylan at Kezar in 1975.
At JFK the Zim part lacked
Trippy how he showed up like that! I know a gal who said she once saw him around Pt. Dume in SoCal on the road- maybe hitchhiking.
Great story about the couch and Dylan!!
Thank you Steve. I was able to see one of the shows.
I FN LOVE JERRY ON HELLS ANGELS FOREVER DOC. ON THATS ALLRIGHT MAMA SONG THAT FN GUITAR PICKING REALLY GETTS ME OFF MAN
I think you just explained quantum entanglement!🎉
Good story Steve. Thanks man!! 😊
God bless you big Steve!!! I got to see that amazing tour o Dylan and the Dead in 87 . what a show..I was lucky enough to see the Dead in the 80s for any show I could get too with my best friends the Dedelow family...Jim was about older and turned us on when we were like 10...Jeff got to take Brian billy Durham Michelle dedelow now and that show completely changed my life.billy and I ran down in front and I remembered seeing you and cmon without come-on within and I was so blessed to see probably my third show and it blew my mind musiccally...I think I was in my teens and now I can share that of many beautiful experiences with you guys and my beautiful daughter Taylor Travis has loved the dead since she could first hear you guys and I loved every minute playing the songs sharing the beauty of the best years of my life...she lives in l.a.now and loves a lot better because of your guys beautiful inspiration of love life and happiness.
Love it Mayne! Really diggin' the content You dishin'.! Would Love to get the chance to get sum of that vintage Dead memorabilia You've been talkin' bout'.
Right on
Great stuff Steve. Thanks :)
Sitting behind home plate at the Anaheim shows. Special memories for sure. 1987 was a great year and Spring and Summer. Thanks man! Beautiful story⚡️
I bought a a ticket from some black dude in the parking lot at Anaheim, it was counterfeit. I didn’t have anymore money to buy a good ticket. I hear 1000 tons of steel in the parking lot and went home.
I actually saw them together at JFK in Philly also
It was Sooo and humid at this show.
@@willbackstrom1201 Best "Cassidy" ever
Dylan had been touring with TP&the Heart Breakers for 2 years before he did the summer 87 tour. They opened buffalo 86.
The whole couch thing is gnar
Love you Steve hope to see you in Fort Lauderdale
Saw Dylan Petty and the dead at the Metrodome in mpls 86 good show all around too bad about the riot
I was delighted to see Dylan in November of ‘23 in Huntington Wv, he played at the famous old theater, the Keith Albee, but the Dead played here too a few times, not in the theater, they played in the mountain health arena close by. I think the April ‘78 show here is on the new Friends of the Devils deal they’re putting out now.
What an awesome story. Dylan does seem to be an enigmatic cat. He goes back and forth from being normal to being truly weird. I always wondered if that's just a put on. There are some speculations that he may be autistic, like David Byrne. This would kind of make sense, because autistic people are disconnected, but also highly dedicated to whatever they are doing. That's why his music probably connected with so many people; because so many people are actually disconnected. It's ironic isnt it.
I have a question that I’m certain Steve Parish might have an answer to…
Thanksgiving 1976
Bill Graham presents
The Last Waltz
The Band and Famous Friends
at his famous
Winterland Theatre
in San Francisco
Now, I’m aware The Dead were known to have their own Thanksgiving Feasts but how come there is NO evidence of ANY of The Dead at that show?
The Dead woulda been very well aquainted with The Band and everyone else on that show in 1976 and it’s hard
to imagine that The Dead organisation would not have been aware of this show
BTW
Great to hear that story about meeting Bob…
Thanks for all the recollections here
also
I recall reading about
Jerry being asked by
Bill Graham to perform
with Bob during his 1979 run
at The Warfield…
Bob wasn’t selling tickets
‘cos of his recent
“Born Again” vibe
and Bill reckoned, correctly, that Jerry on the bill would bump up sales…
Any recollection about that happening?
Aloha steve🥳
That's what they call mid century modern (the couch).
Well isn't that just like a rolling stone...!
There is no such thing as an inanimate object.
What about the 86’ Dead/Dylan/Petty tour? Didn’t you have some interaction with Dylan then? The last stop was RFK for two shows and it was HOT. It was after RFK that Jerry had the diabetic coma.
❤
Forgot to mention the pink guitar gift from him. And we remember the couch here
Where is the couch now?
Hey Big Steve, who was it that coined the nickname of " Spike ", for Dylan, while he was touring with the GratefulDead ?
Wait a minute. I'm confused. How did he get to Club Front? And how did he get home?
Nice fingerless leather glove on Dylan’s right hand. Bizarre
You must leave now take what you need you think will last...whatever you need you'd better grab it fast...
Dylan w JGB would have been a better collaboration imho …
Saw the 87 JFK show, the Dead were great alone, with Zim, not so much
I'm wearing the same Pendelton as Big Steve. I feel part of the club. 😂😂
I had read recently that Dylan showed up to a Grateful Dead show in 1991 or something and was standing on the side of the stage wanting to play with the Dead and they took a vote and everyone but Phil Lesh said no. Also, during set break Lesh ran into Dylan backstage and told him to fvck off (in so many words) and that Dylan was a big drunk during the tour.
dyalan and the dead was a bad mix. dylan did not fit in
Too bad Dylan wasn’t voted into the band.