Best Bob Weir interview that I have seen. He's such a humble soul and a great human being. Makes me proud to be fan of 50 yrs. Continue to let it grow Bob.
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As a millennial born in 1992 I know I’m part of the “the younger generation will never understand” I agree. But boy o boy do I transcend after listening to some GD on my headphones. I feel the timelessness, universal energy from then and now and All eternity. Much love deadheads❤.
Born in 91 and we are deadheads my friend. The music is timeless and cover bands and dead and co is keeping the spirit alive and letting songs fill the air.
We were ALL "young Dead Heads" in the crowd of all the OG's at one point....I was 12 at my 1st show! Who cares?! As long as we all love the music, and each other, and come to have a good time...that's ALL that matters! NOT age! Peace & Love to ALL, ✌❤
@@justaname2422 born in 91 as well! Yes we are deadheads. And my favorite is probably melvin seals and jgb! They riiiiiip!!! Darkstar Orchestra is sick too! And of course Dead and Co keeping it alive for us. Cheers!
Coolest guy I have ever met. Had the pleasure of meeting him backstage at a RatDog show in Royal Oak MI in the mid 2000’s. I was around 17 and completely star struck but he was so calm and collected it kinda put me at ease. Will never forget that night.
Bob Weir and his mates, who we recognize as the Grateful Dead, are the creative definition of America. The ragged glory. The inventive free thinking. The urban and rural musical representation of our history, folklore, and traditions. A business enterprise that keeps its promise to its customers and works for their best interests. A visualization of the true idea of personal freedom. Whether you like the Grateful Dead or not, there is something for everyone in the music of the Grateful Dead. If you look through the cultural lens, Bob and his mates are as American as there is.
Many of their songs have patriotic themes , and if you remember in the early days , the country was at war , Jerry was a veteran and it was ok to love America then .
In the instances when you can actually hear him. Often I'll be watching live film of them and the camera will be on Bobby really getting into churning out some obscure chords but you can't hear it cuz the soundman has everyone else turned up.
I'm a 68 year old American man living in Iowa. My friend, since middle school, was the Music Director at Marin Academy in Marin County, California. He was there about 30 years and retired a few years ago. One of his students was Bob's son. Bob agreed to perform at his retirement concert bash. Way cool all around.
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The Grateful Dead have been such a big part of my life for so long that it's hard to imagine life without them. So many of my memories are tied to all the shows I've seen, and the people I've met along the way. I feel so incredibly privileged to have been a part of it. I hope future generations can feel some part of that connection.
@@jg6698 you can see as many shows as you like still doesn't mean you "get it". I stand by my comment, let bob look how he wants he doesn't care and neither should you. It was never about how they looked it was about the music, you're focusing on the wrong things.
I got distracted by shiny stuff on my way to the bus stop for many years, but the moment I heard Greatest Story Every Told, they finally clicked with me and life has never been the same again. I can't even begin to describe what it's like the moment that you tap into that collective vibe at a show.
So true. He’s played live music in front of more individual humans than any person in history, and altered the trajectory of many of those lives undoubtedly. He’s quietly one of the most influential musicians of all time, but we already knew that 😉. But yes, people WILL be referencing him and his work and singing these songs 300 years from now. I’m so glad for him he’s finally getting his ‘due’.
@@jasonlambert5552 Every time that I think of the lyrics, "It's fireworks, calliopes and clowns. Everybody's dancing", I get the fever to find the nearest cover band possible.
When he says he feels it in his bones, he's describing how we can use our physical body as a way of creating and then triggering memories. Especially in our older age. When you move your body your whole mind comes alive. You can literally forget everything in your life and still remember how to play a music instrument flawlessly or dance like a pro. Keep your bodies moving folks.
You know that caught my ear too man. You know what I think? It's the learning disability. I have/had one too (real strange for me it actually dissipated over time: not gone though) and I think what was the right word he seemed to be searching for was that it becomes more of a 'reflex' type of memory. It has to become so much a part of you it just happens without even thinking about it and the feeling just carried you through. I've been playing guitar and other instruments since I was 8 yrs old and I always had to play in that way...nothing to do with my age even though he has a few years on me as I'm only 53 it's been the same all my life. @Barefoot Arts - I started to comment about that on my own post and I deleted it then saw you post this and thought, "Oh yeah, need to comment!" 😊 I think you nailed it too man just in a different way. It is like a reflex at least for me...I do feel it in my bones but that's what keeps it flowing ya know? hehe Hope that makes sense anyway brother.
I have met Bobby a few times (played shuffleboard with him once) as he is absolutely one of the coolest, nicest and most thoughtful guys you can imagine...I can't wait for next May when they play Atlanta!
I absolutely believe that he must be after seeing the Dead in Hartford the spring of '83. His voice transcends some magic and kindness similar to your desciption. I wasn't a DeadHead and that show was one of the best concerts in my life.
@@JustinCase780 Hartford October ‘83 were all-time classics in GD lore. And, those concerts spawned the existence of Phish on a certain level, because 10/14/83 was Trey and Jon’s first GD show. “The shows that launched 1,000 shows” if you will…
@@nedrobinson7490 My mistake. I was at the April '82 show in Hartford. Bobby's voice was magic especially with Lost Sailor - Saint of Circumstance which was new at the time. I wasn't a Dead fan before that show but have been ever since.
Going to a Grateful Dead concert was a true whole body experience. I have seen hundreds of concerts from, Dizzy Gillespie, Deep Purple, Arlo Guthrie, Ray Charles, Aerosmith, The Who, The Ramones, David Bromberg, George Thorogood, Neil Young, Count Basie, Little Feat and tons more. But seeing Bob and Jerry and Phil and Bill and the rest was just a whole different thing. Got to see the Dead about 50 times, not nearly enough. You had to be there to understand, can't be explained. Live music is where it's at, and the Grateful Dead were the masters of the live event.
@Adam Jacobs Ribellet is unlistenable meme noise. He's just Weird Al for zoomers with purple hair & pierced septums. It's momentarily amusing, at best. I couldn't imagine listening to it live for 2+ hours, sounds like a nightmare. Good joke.
Some of my greatest memories…musical or otherwise, are the dozens and dozens of times I stood near the center of the crowd as close to the stage as I could get, on the opposite end of “the azimuth (to quote Bobby)” and went through the hours long experience with him, Jerry, Phil, and the band. So grateful I was there, man.
Bobby you are a beautiful living example of being true to self, a loyal friend, a loving Huss and Dad. I have grown up listening to The Grateful Dead and Joni Mitchell 💗 I give thanks for your music supporting my journey on this earth. You fill my heart and soul with joy, inspiration and dance! “ A heartfelt thanks 🫂🙏💗😘😻🎶🌙
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So many crazy, fun and life changing experiences thanks to this man and the other guys in the Grateful Dead - what a huge chunk of my past and that will never leave me. The experience of being in the Dead community helped formed me into the person I am today - it's always there - love you Bob - met you outside a radio station in Boulder 15 yrs ago 🙌
I don't want to make any "assumptions," but if you're female, he's gonna be nice. If one were a dude, my understanding is that the guys in the Dead would have been generally aloof and dismissive.
@@jg6698 Well, of course, I just find it mildly amusing thinking about my friends who have met them and the haughty attitude they get from a Bob Weir or Phil Lesh or what have you.
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What an amazing interview. When the subject is Bob Weir, you wouldn't need to ask great questions, as Bob telling a story is going to be great on its own. But John had great questions and interaction and could have made a bad interview interesting. Combine the two and you just get gold on gold. I'm definitely going to look into other work John has done and look forward to the great work Bob is doing and is getting ready to show the world. Inspirational.
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Several folks have mentioned what a nice guy he is. In 1969 the Dead played in a gym at UCSB. I walked backstage after the show and Weir let me help him put an American flag sticker on his guitar case.
Bob Weir was only 16 when he joined the band and I remember an interview around the time Jerry died and Weir said that at times Jerry was sort of a father figure for him
@clafong9 they really were an American band. what w/ Jerry cutting his teeth on bluegrass. to this day, my fave LP by them is 'GRATEFUL DEAD' aka(skull & roses)', which is very American. w/ Merle Haggard tunes, ancient folk tunes like 'Goin' Down the Road feelin' bad', 'Big Railroad blues', Chuck Berry, Willie Dixon, I just love the music as well as the packaging & art work. after having the LP for years, I lent it to a friend of mine, who took it to his friend's place where they were planning to do some tripping. don't ask me how I missed this, but while he was handling it, 2 'Bertha' stickers came tumbling out .their most well known graphic, as well as one of my all-time fave graphics. I let him keep one, and kept one, appreciating his honesty. free stuff from the GRATEFUL DEAD. I now have a T-shirt which I ordered after seeing it here. it's a black T w/ Bertha, who glows in the dark. great Halloween T. too cool for school.
@clafong9 great Rock story! the MC5 had flags draped over all their amps. they just weren't wild about Nixon and LBJ. Bob's voice again, was very important in that band. Jerry had that high register, where Weir was what, a baritone?
I loved going to Buckeye Lake for the weekend and listening to the Greatful Dead play some music. It was the Best time ever. Shake Down Street was the best market place ever. Food, Beverages, Art work, Jewelry, Clothes, and about 80% of the items sold there were hand made and or from Natural construction elements. If you needed something you could find it there. Such an amazing experience and I’m so glad I got to experience it all. Thank You so very much… 👊🏼💯💙✌🏼
I still love heading to Legend Valley as its called now. Goose gave me one of the best shows I’ve ever seen of any band there a few years ago🤯. Such a magical place🙏.
I cant think of enough nice things to say about Bob Weir. Every day I thank my lucky stars that I was alive at a time when the Grateful Dead were roaring through the US all the time. There were good shows and bad. The bad shows were good and the great shows took you to a place that normal folks will never understand. Jerry was at times inconsistent as he struggled, but when Jerry was hurting Bobby pulled them along. The common misconception about the Dead was that they were a party band. There was definitely a party happening, but the reason the Dead is still so popular today is because the songs are absolutely fantastic. They cared about their craft and they cared about how it sounded live to the fans. RIP Jerry, Pig, Keith, Brent , Robert Hunter and John Barlow. Your music lives on . Thank you for a real good time.
At age 50, i started going to Bluegrass Jams. If you play any live music, you get the message from Bob...i had a 7 year run. Over 400 events from Maine to the Blue Ridge Mountains....IT WAS MAGIC!!! THE BEST TIME OF MY LIFE 🎵🎶🎵
So happy to have gotten my tickets to the last Dead & Co. tour. Jerry, Bobby and the boys saved me from anger and ill always love them for the great memories and great friends i made along the way! Thank you Bobby and ill see you again in May 2023!!! Can’t wait!!!
@@MDavidG1 There would be no way to verify the claim, and it's probably not accurate. HOWEVER, Bob has been playing with some form of the Dead since he was 16 -- Mother McCree's Uptown Jug Champions, The Warlocks, and then The Dead. Consider that he continues to perform to stadium crowds right up until 2022. I would venture that if you could somehow measure actual time on stage -- and total number of fans -- from 1964 to the present, Bob Weir would be somewhere in the top 100. He may indeed be top 10 or even number one. The spirit of J Davis' comment is accurate, but yes, there is no way (at least I don't think there is) to actually measure the total number of fans.
@@MDavidG1 Its generally accepted to be true but as one may understand, impossible to verify. If you can, do some research and see if you can bring up anyone who has spent more time playing music in front of live audience's. I wager you won't find anyone.
What a fantastic interview! I love how Bobby explains so much about essentially being a medium to the muse, how the songs are alive and have a soul. Man, I’ve always wondered what goes in inside the minds and hearts of the Dead. These guys are legends and yet remain humble and cool as a cuke. I so appreciate the openness Bobby brings to this interview. What a life this man has had.❤
And how Bobby is so dialed into the spirituality of music in a way that is so right on and humble. Bobby checked his ego at the door for this interview.
Yep, that medium mythos performance is really what explains the magic. It's never fully controlled, it's more of a ride as a passenger and the way he described standing back and watching from an outsiders point of view was wild.
Bobby is an American treasure. He and his musical brothers and sister have brought millions an enormous amount of musical pleasure, and I'm eternally grateful to be alive during his era.
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Thank you so much. That was so awesomely beautiful. Thank you doe choosing an interviewer who loves the Dead and could totally relate to Bobby. Makes such a difference to appreciate the muse-ic!
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I have been listening to Bob Weir and the Grateful Dead since 1971 and I still love their music and it's been the soundtrack to my life! I just simply love Bob Weir and all the people who have played with the band! There's a spiritual connection to the Grateful Dead for me. They were meant to be here from the beginning ( borrowed from and love ELP!) God bless and Peace on Earth!
Me too, 70--71. I saw the Dead at the Hollywood Bowl. Saw Bob with Kingfish 3/16/76 at the Golden Bear/Huntington Beach & he would remember that night, long story.
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Lots of takeaways from this interview. Through it, all Bob remains true to himself and the spirit of the music. I've been fortunate to see Bob play a number of times, always an inspiration! Excellent interview.
I love the Grateful Dead and their music will all my heart. They will continue to live on for centuries. They are like a black hole that sucks in all !! Thank you !!! Peace
Absolutely an Avatar! The Dead hooked me as a teenager. And so many memories were the Grateful Dead was the soundtrack. Never been a band like them and never will be. True Americana!! What a great interview 👏 Love you Bobby!!
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Nah, any and all guitarists ever. Who else has altered the course of so many human lives with his music and yet is never mentioned in the first 20+ guitarists ever? Django? Nah, he’s properly rated and venerated. Al DiMeola? Same story: not well know by ‘normies’ but very properly appreciated by the folks who know enough about music to have an opinion worth listening to. Bobby Weir is the single most underrated guitar player ever, in any format. Sure, there are probably flamenco players that are more technically proficient at playing fast runs and whatnot, but they haven’t fundamentally altered the lives of literally millions of people like Bob has. Bob’s a living legend in the truest sense.
Continued blessings on those who, as Mr. Weir put it, *"chase* *the* *muse"* ❤ Our lives have been deeply enriched by their presence, hopefully future lives also.
Thank you Bob, just a deep heartfelt thank you for everything. From my Aoxomoxoa picture disc record at 8yrs old, my first show 12/31/79, and for letting the music play the man and the band.. and for not knowing or wanting to do anything else. Thank you.
Love the Grateful Dead. I was introduced to their music in college and only had a few records I'd play over and over and over. "Roll away the dew" could be heard so often through my walls that my dorm neighbors told me they'd laugh and say "it's rollaway again ". Their music set a phenomenal magical tone to my days. Thanks Bob ❤❤❤
"What is worth saying". Gold Thank you Bob for your artistic talents and humanistic self, your music has made a positive and definitive difference in my life
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@@bobweir4465 The stories in GD music help teach and shape people in a positive social direction. Exactly what we need more of these days, don't you think? If that's true, then it would make sense to aim at a few specific messages to send into the world...
@@vicweast Thanks once again for loving my music aspirations and never giving up on me, if you don’t mind me adding you to my special fans club where you can get updates on concerts and short conversations?
Bob Weir has about a year on me, and within that experiential context what he says strikes a certain common chord. I appreciate how he describes his experiences with Jerry Garcia and the rest of the Grateful Dead. Potentially, that refers to All of Us.
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@@teramike1501 Thank you for your love and support ❤ towards me I hope you won't stop liking my aspirations. Hope to get some good compliments from you again. Have you ever been to any of my concerts?
I Love you Bobby ! You and the Grateful Dead have transformed me into such a beautiful life! You and the boys words mean more to me than I can ever tell you!❤
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It’s very comforting to me to know that even after all this time Bobby is still out there chasing his muse. And he’s right. The Dead’s music will live on forever.
I got a tear in my eye when he was talking about the band and audience relationship. I have seen any of them since Jerry passed but it's so true the music floats above the room. I'd give anything to be at 1 more show...sweaty hippies, peculli, pot smell,phil zone/ 💣 ,girls spinning....There is NOTHING like a Grateful Dead concert!
As a former record shop co-owner 1976 til 2019 even tho I sold lots of Dead. I had never owned or went to see them. I’m embarrassed to say. I also sold plenty of DeadHead merch. We also was an old fashion head shop. I’m also a song writer and cartoonist but I recently started listening to the Grateful Dead. And it’s great. And as a songwriter I’m totally understand him about songs and the spiritual plan they come from.
Such a deep cat! Such a humbled man! When I reflect on my experiences of becoming a head in the early 80s, I really do get a proud feeling of being part of an exclusive club that was different than anything I knew and it was truly inspiring!
I absolutely love listening to this... so humble and nonchalant about all of their greatness... i can feel the energy in ways that are difficult to explain other than truly inspirational.
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Its refreshing to have the interviewer actually listen to the interviewee
Best Bob Weir interview that I have seen. He's such a humble soul and a great human being. Makes me proud to be fan of 50 yrs. Continue to let it grow Bob.
Bobby Weir is anything but humble human being
Same ❤
Check out the Rick rubin one if you haven’t seen it.
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Right on .
As a millennial born in 1992 I know I’m part of the “the younger generation will never understand” I agree. But boy o boy do I transcend after listening to some GD on my headphones. I feel the timelessness, universal energy from then and now and All eternity. Much love deadheads❤.
Born in 91 and we are deadheads my friend. The music is timeless and cover bands and dead and co is keeping the spirit alive and letting songs fill the air.
We were ALL "young Dead Heads" in the crowd of all the OG's at one point....I was 12 at my 1st show! Who cares?! As long as we all love the music, and each other, and come to have a good time...that's ALL that matters! NOT age! Peace & Love to ALL, ✌❤
@@justaname2422 born in 91 as well! Yes we are deadheads. And my favorite is probably melvin seals and jgb! They riiiiiip!!! Darkstar Orchestra is sick too! And of course Dead and Co keeping it alive for us. Cheers!
Don't discount yourself, friend. You understand.
You’re as much of a Deadhead as I who saw Jerry. We’re all one
Their music will never stop. There will always be someone playing grateful dead music to happy crowds of people.
Coolest guy I have ever met. Had the pleasure of meeting him backstage at a RatDog show in Royal Oak MI in the mid 2000’s. I was around 17 and completely star struck but he was so calm and collected it kinda put me at ease. Will never forget that night.
Crap left my hip boots in 🇺🇦 🇺🇦
Bob Weir and his mates, who we recognize as the Grateful Dead, are the creative definition of America. The ragged glory. The inventive free thinking. The urban and rural musical representation of our history, folklore, and traditions. A business enterprise that keeps its promise to its customers and works for their best interests. A visualization of the true idea of personal freedom. Whether you like the Grateful Dead or not, there is something for everyone in the music of the Grateful Dead. If you look through the cultural lens, Bob and his mates are as American as there is.
Great American!
Amen!
Many of their songs have patriotic themes , and if you remember in the early days , the country was at war , Jerry was a veteran and it was ok to love America then .
Best rhythm guitar player in the history of rock.
Truer words were never spoken.
That would be Malcolm Young
Bob didn't just play rhythm
Lots of great players
In the instances when you can actually hear him. Often I'll be watching live film of them and the camera will be on Bobby really getting into churning out some obscure chords but you can't hear it cuz the soundman has everyone else turned up.
I'm a 68 year old American man living in Iowa.
My friend, since middle school, was the Music Director at Marin Academy in Marin County, California. He was there about 30 years and retired a few years ago. One of his students was Bob's son. Bob agreed to perform at his retirement concert bash. Way cool all around.
? Bob has 2 daughters and zero sons
@@christophernash1846 Then I remembered it wrongly. Must have been a daughter who was my friend's music student. My friend is also Bob!
A legitimate American living legend
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The Grateful Dead have been such a big part of my life for so long that it's hard to imagine life without them. So many of my memories are tied to all the shows I've seen, and the people I've met along the way. I feel so incredibly privileged to have been a part of it. I hope future generations can feel some part of that connection.
Bob Weir is a very thoughtful musician, and I am glad that John Blackstone interviewed him.
Bob Weir is a national treasure.
Imagine disparaging Bob Weir’s appearance and thinking the joke’s on Bob Weir 🤣🤣🤣. You, sir, have earned a ‘turkey of the year’ for this take 😂😂
@@jg6698 you know nothing about the dead if this is your opinion
@@jg6698 you can see as many shows as you like still doesn't mean you "get it". I stand by my comment, let bob look how he wants he doesn't care and neither should you. It was never about how they looked it was about the music, you're focusing on the wrong things.
@@jg6698 you're open to your opinion, I'm open to mine, this convo isn't going anywhere.
@@jg6698 At least he''s given up the short shorts!! He does not dress for anyone but himself. And why not flaunt all that hair when you're 75?
Amazing to think of how many lives Bob has changed with his music🙏👏👏👏
I got distracted by shiny stuff on my way to the bus stop for many years, but the moment I heard Greatest Story Every Told, they finally clicked with me and life has never been the same again. I can't even begin to describe what it's like the moment that you tap into that collective vibe at a show.
So true. He’s played live music in front of more individual humans than any person in history, and altered the trajectory of many of those lives undoubtedly. He’s quietly one of the most influential musicians of all time, but we already knew that 😉. But yes, people WILL be referencing him and his work and singing these songs 300 years from now. I’m so glad for him he’s finally getting his ‘due’.
@@birdflu2k57 amen brother.
💀⚡️🌹
"The Band has come and gone, were they ever here at all?" The Music Never Stopped
@@jasonlambert5552 Every time that I think of the lyrics, "It's fireworks, calliopes and clowns.
Everybody's dancing", I get the fever to find the nearest cover band possible.
When he says he feels it in his bones, he's describing how we can use our physical body as a way of creating and then triggering memories. Especially in our older age. When you move your body your whole mind comes alive.
You can literally forget everything in your life and still remember how to play a music instrument flawlessly or dance like a pro. Keep your bodies moving folks.
I do
Ohnder?
Like muscle memory?
100%
I hope so I’ve been playing music all my life most of the Grateful Dead music
You know that caught my ear too man. You know what I think? It's the learning disability. I have/had one too (real strange for me it actually dissipated over time: not gone though) and I think what was the right word he seemed to be searching for was that it becomes more of a 'reflex' type of memory. It has to become so much a part of you it just happens without even thinking about it and the feeling just carried you through.
I've been playing guitar and other instruments since I was 8 yrs old and I always had to play in that way...nothing to do with my age even though he has a few years on me as I'm only 53 it's been the same all my life.
@Barefoot Arts - I started to comment about that on my own post and I deleted it then saw you post this and thought, "Oh yeah, need to comment!" 😊 I think you nailed it too man just in a different way. It is like a reflex at least for me...I do feel it in my bones but that's what keeps it flowing ya know? hehe Hope that makes sense anyway brother.
I have met Bobby a few times (played shuffleboard with him once) as he is absolutely one of the coolest, nicest and most thoughtful guys you can imagine...I can't wait for next May when they play Atlanta!
I've got tix for San Francisco in July.
I absolutely believe that he must be after seeing the Dead in Hartford the spring of '83. His voice transcends some magic and kindness similar to your desciption. I wasn't a DeadHead and that show was one of the best concerts in my life.
@@JustinCase780 Hartford October ‘83 were all-time classics in GD lore. And, those concerts spawned the existence of Phish on a certain level, because 10/14/83 was Trey and Jon’s first GD show. “The shows that launched 1,000 shows” if you will…
@@nedrobinson7490 My mistake. I was at the April '82 show in Hartford. Bobby's voice was magic especially with Lost Sailor - Saint of Circumstance which was new at the time. I wasn't a Dead fan before that show but have been ever since.
bland to the nth
Thank you Bob. You make the world a better place. Picture a bright blue ball just spinning free 🌎
Dizzy with possibilities🎶
Singing ashes ashes all fall down 🌎
Going to a Grateful Dead concert was a true whole body experience. I have seen hundreds of concerts from, Dizzy Gillespie, Deep Purple, Arlo Guthrie, Ray Charles, Aerosmith, The Who, The Ramones, David Bromberg, George Thorogood, Neil Young, Count Basie, Little Feat and tons more. But seeing Bob and Jerry and Phil and Bill and the rest was just a whole different thing. Got to see the Dead about 50 times, not nearly enough. You had to be there to understand, can't be explained. Live music is where it's at, and the Grateful Dead were the masters of the live event.
@Adam Jacobs Ribellet is unlistenable meme noise. He's just Weird Al for zoomers with purple hair & pierced septums.
It's momentarily amusing, at best. I couldn't imagine listening to it live for 2+ hours, sounds like a nightmare. Good joke.
But did you ever see Doug Sahm?
Jefferson Airplane at Golden Gate park
Some of my greatest memories…musical or otherwise, are the dozens and dozens of times I stood near the center of the crowd as close to the stage as I could get, on the opposite end of “the azimuth (to quote Bobby)” and went through the hours long experience with him, Jerry, Phil, and the band. So grateful I was there, man.
Me 2!!!❤✌
Bobby you are a beautiful living example of being true to self, a loyal friend, a loving Huss and Dad. I have grown up listening to The Grateful Dead and Joni Mitchell 💗 I give thanks for your music supporting my journey on this earth. You fill my heart and soul with joy, inspiration and dance! “ A heartfelt thanks 🫂🙏💗😘😻🎶🌙
@@jg6698 oriental?
Bob Weir's been one of my heroes since I first heard the Grateful Dead almost 40yrs ago & he's still as inspiring now as he's ever been 🕉⚡️🍄
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@@bobweir4465 Wow! The real Bob Weir! Not...
So many crazy, fun and life changing experiences thanks to this man and the other guys in the Grateful Dead - what a huge chunk of my past and that will never leave me. The experience of being in the Dead community helped formed me into the person I am today - it's always there - love you Bob - met you outside a radio station in Boulder 15 yrs ago 🙌
Do you still live in Boulder? I went to CU for a semester and miss it, or at the least the old Boulder.
@@johnberz4935 I just moved away in July. I used to own a restaurant/liquor store at 23rd and Pearl called Sun Deli ✌
I don't want to make any "assumptions," but if you're female, he's gonna be nice. If one were a dude, my understanding is that the guys in the Dead would have been generally aloof and dismissive.
@@alexthompson9516 So? They like chicks.
@@jg6698 Well, of course, I just find it mildly amusing thinking about my friends who have met them and the haughty attitude they get from a Bob Weir or Phil Lesh or what have you.
Bobby is the hero we need, and the one we deserve. Thank you a million times over for everything you’ve given us❤️
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Truer words were never spoken.
I've had the pleasure of experienceing the long strange trip...continues to change my life today. Thank you for a real good time!
“I’d be kinda lost if I didn’t have the music to chase” that quote is why we all keep showing up
Thank you for a real good time! NFA
Love you, Bobby!
Bob Dylan, Bob Weir , Bob Marley.. l love the Bobs . They sang my happy hippie world into existence , ever grateful.
What an amazing interview. When the subject is Bob Weir, you wouldn't need to ask great questions, as Bob telling a story is going to be great on its own. But John had great questions and interaction and could have made a bad interview interesting. Combine the two and you just get gold on gold. I'm definitely going to look into other work John has done and look forward to the great work Bob is doing and is getting ready to show the world.
Inspirational.
Musicians around the world are forever thankful for your insight and experience.
Forever grateful
The bus came by and I got in, that's when it all began. And, here we are, the music never stops. Thank you Bobby, for a real good time!
Don’t get on the bus!!
@@mestevens5756 You can just stay on the short bus.
@bluespoonfarm all that matters is that you know their music regardless
@@daveyboy8907 project better energy
A man that loves music truly. Appreciate his long standing relationship with music. Appreciate him . Thanks Bob so glad you keep it alive.
This man is history and we have the honor of living in his time.
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I'm actually crying before going to work after Bob talks about Jerry. Thanks guys I appreciate that
Several folks have mentioned what a nice guy he is. In 1969 the Dead played in a gym at UCSB. I walked backstage after the show and Weir let me help him put an American flag sticker on his guitar case.
That is a treasured memory
Bob Weir was only 16 when he joined the band and I remember an interview around the time Jerry died and Weir said that at times Jerry was sort of a father figure for him
@clafong9 they really were an American band. what w/ Jerry cutting his teeth on bluegrass. to this day, my fave LP by them is 'GRATEFUL DEAD' aka(skull & roses)', which is very American. w/ Merle Haggard tunes, ancient folk tunes like 'Goin' Down the Road feelin' bad', 'Big Railroad blues', Chuck Berry, Willie Dixon, I just love the music as well as the packaging & art work. after having the LP for years, I lent it to a friend of mine, who took it to his friend's place where they were planning to do some tripping. don't ask me how I missed this, but while he was handling it, 2 'Bertha' stickers came tumbling out .their most well known graphic, as well as one of my all-time fave graphics. I let him keep one, and kept one, appreciating his honesty. free stuff from the GRATEFUL DEAD. I now have a T-shirt which I ordered after seeing it here. it's a black T w/ Bertha, who glows in the dark. great Halloween T. too cool for school.
@clafong9 great Rock story! the MC5 had flags draped over all their amps. they just weren't wild about Nixon and LBJ. Bob's voice again, was very important in that band. Jerry had that high register, where Weir was what, a baritone?
I loved going to Buckeye Lake for the weekend and listening to the Greatful Dead play some music. It was the Best time ever. Shake Down Street was the best market place ever. Food, Beverages, Art work, Jewelry, Clothes, and about 80% of the items sold there were hand made and or from Natural construction elements. If you needed something you could find it there. Such an amazing experience and I’m so glad I got to experience it all. Thank You so very much…
👊🏼💯💙✌🏼
Thanks Mike for that stroll down SDS🎈Hope you are still finding all you need on your way.
Canyon up in PRS coast🌄
I still love heading to Legend Valley as its called now. Goose gave me one of the best shows I’ve ever seen of any band there a few years ago🤯. Such a magical place🙏.
I cant think of enough nice things to say about Bob Weir. Every day I thank my lucky stars that I was alive at a time when the Grateful Dead were roaring through the US all the time. There were good shows and bad. The bad shows were good and the great shows took you to a place that normal folks will never understand. Jerry was at times inconsistent as he struggled, but when Jerry was hurting Bobby pulled them along.
The common misconception about the Dead was that they were a party band. There was definitely a party happening, but the reason the Dead is still so popular today is because the songs are absolutely fantastic. They cared about their craft and they cared about how it sounded live to the fans.
RIP Jerry, Pig, Keith, Brent , Robert Hunter and John Barlow. Your music lives on . Thank you for a real good time.
At age 50, i started going to Bluegrass Jams. If you play any live music, you get the message from Bob...i had a 7 year run. Over 400 events from Maine to the Blue Ridge Mountains....IT WAS MAGIC!!! THE BEST TIME OF MY LIFE 🎵🎶🎵
So happy to have gotten my tickets to the last Dead & Co. tour. Jerry, Bobby and the boys saved me from anger and ill always love them for the great memories and great friends i made along the way! Thank you Bobby and ill see you again in May 2023!!! Can’t wait!!!
Same! gonna be amazing.
Bobby has played music live on stage in front of more people than any other person in human history Keep on truckin’ Bobby!
Can you cite statistics or other evidence to back up that claim?
@@MDavidG1 There would be no way to verify the claim, and it's probably not accurate. HOWEVER, Bob has been playing with some form of the Dead since he was 16 -- Mother McCree's Uptown Jug Champions, The Warlocks, and then The Dead. Consider that he continues to perform to stadium crowds right up until 2022. I would venture that if you could somehow measure actual time on stage -- and total number of fans -- from 1964 to the present, Bob Weir would be somewhere in the top 100. He may indeed be top 10 or even number one. The spirit of J Davis' comment is accurate, but yes, there is no way (at least I don't think there is) to actually measure the total number of fans.
I believe of the current living musicians he’s number one for time on stage, maybe not the most people.
@@MDavidG1 Its generally accepted to be true but as one may understand, impossible to verify. If you can, do some research and see if you can bring up anyone who has spent more time playing music in front of live audience's. I wager you won't find anyone.
Got to be in the trillions. He's played to the entire universe
What a fantastic interview! I love how Bobby explains so much about essentially being a medium to the muse, how the songs are alive and have a soul. Man, I’ve always wondered what goes in inside the minds and hearts of the Dead. These guys are legends and yet remain humble and cool as a cuke. I so appreciate the openness Bobby brings to this interview. What a life this man has had.❤
And how Bobby is so dialed into the spirituality of music in a way that is so right on and humble. Bobby checked his ego at the door for this interview.
he reminded me of Plato's writings dealing with the World of Forms
Yep, that medium mythos performance is really what explains the magic. It's never fully controlled, it's more of a ride as a passenger and the way he described standing back and watching from an outsiders point of view was wild.
“A long strange trip” is another great insight into these guys
Conor let my well spoken 🙏
What a cultural icon. I really love how he speaks about the music as a creature itself.
Talk about living in the present. 💚💚 Thanks for all the joy. There certainly is another world we can listen for.
Bobby is an American treasure. He and his musical brothers and sister have brought millions an enormous amount of musical pleasure, and I'm eternally grateful to be alive during his era.
Truer words were never spoken.
Great interview
John/Bob
One of the greatest bands ever
Great music Bob
Love it
Long Live Grateful
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Same to you Folks☮️
Bobby, I assure you that the Dead's songs will always be the songs that fill the air. Thank you for keeping the music alive 💜💀⚡️🌹
Red and White
Blue Suede Shoes... 🇺🇲
@@danielmconnolly7 I’m Uncle Sam, how do you do?
@@deadheadedstranger back to back chicken shacks.
check out the tribute CD 'DEADICATED'. Elvis Costello 'Ship of Fools' is a stand-out.
@@tonym994 that sounds amazing. Love ship of fools. Makes my eyes sweat everytime
Thank you so much. That was so awesomely beautiful. Thank you doe choosing an interviewer who loves the Dead and could totally relate to Bobby. Makes such a difference to appreciate the muse-ic!
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Forever Grateful 🌹
❤⚡💙
What did the Dead-head say when he went to a Grateful Dead concert sober?
"Whoa dude, this band Sucks"
The music will live on forever
Thanks for the gifts, Bobby!! Heck of a job last month with the NSO!!! Really beautiful and inteeligent
I have been listening to Bob Weir and the Grateful Dead since 1971 and I still love their music and it's been the soundtrack to my life! I just simply love Bob Weir and all the people who have played with the band! There's a spiritual connection to the Grateful Dead for me. They were meant to be here from the beginning ( borrowed from and love ELP!) God bless and Peace on Earth!
Listening and seeing since ' 73. From the Beginning is a personal fav thanks for the shout out to ELP!
Me too, 70--71. I saw the Dead at the Hollywood Bowl. Saw Bob with Kingfish 3/16/76 at the Golden Bear/Huntington Beach & he would remember that night, long story.
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Lots of takeaways from this interview. Through it, all Bob remains true to himself and the spirit of the music. I've been fortunate to see Bob play a number of times, always an inspiration! Excellent interview.
I love the Grateful Dead and their music will all my heart. They will continue to live on for centuries. They are like a black hole that sucks in all !! Thank you !!! Peace
I've seen Bobby perform live in person more times than ANY other artist in my life time...😎👍
same!
Uh huh
I never saw him once, I envy you. 💯💯
@@SSDD34687 I'm sure you STILL have a chance for that opportunity...
Like the handle. 👍🥲
Bobby Weir: A true American hero. We love you Bobby NFA♥️⚡ 💙 💀🌹
Absolutely an Avatar! The Dead hooked me as a teenager. And so many memories were the Grateful Dead was the soundtrack. Never been a band like them and never will be. True Americana!! What a great interview 👏 Love you Bobby!!
Inspirational for everyone.
How many people can go through their entire lives and say im doing what I love to do every minute of every day.
I am only 19 and the dead is my life!!
What an amazing person.
He is a great human and musician.
Just realized I've never looked much into Bob and I'm always watching Jerry stuff. Really glad I changed that. Good interview!
A Long Strange Trip it's been. I for one am glad they took it. I am also glad that I went along for the ride. Thank you for being Mr. Weir.
So much love Bobby. Thanks so much for all the years combined.
How intelligent and eloquent Weir and Garcia are never ceases to amaze me.
The Grateful dead gave me some of the best time’s of my life.They’re part of my story.Rock on.
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most underrated guitar player of all time
Rhythm, that is....
Nah, any and all guitarists ever. Who else has altered the course of so many human lives with his music and yet is never mentioned in the first 20+ guitarists ever? Django? Nah, he’s properly rated and venerated. Al DiMeola? Same story: not well know by ‘normies’ but very properly appreciated by the folks who know enough about music to have an opinion worth listening to. Bobby Weir is the single most underrated guitar player ever, in any format. Sure, there are probably flamenco players that are more technically proficient at playing fast runs and whatnot, but they haven’t fundamentally altered the lives of literally millions of people like Bob has. Bob’s a living legend in the truest sense.
@Ned Robinson “any and all guitarists ever.” Lol, naw.
Not by deadhead standards.
It's hard when you played with Jerry...
Continued blessings on those who, as Mr. Weir put it, *"chase* *the* *muse"* ❤ Our lives have been deeply enriched by their presence, hopefully future lives also.
Thank you Bob, just a deep heartfelt thank you for everything. From my Aoxomoxoa picture disc record at 8yrs old, my first show 12/31/79, and for letting the music play the man and the band.. and for not knowing or wanting to do anything else.
Thank you.
I cried 😢! Been a deadhead for decades ! Bobby is an incredible human being whether you Ike the dead or not !
Love the Grateful Dead. I was introduced to their music in college and only had a few records I'd play over and over and over. "Roll away the dew" could be heard so often through my walls that my dorm neighbors told me they'd laugh and say "it's rollaway again ".
Their music set a phenomenal magical tone to my days. Thanks Bob ❤❤❤
Thanks Bob !
Been Trucking since 72
Your an Ace Bro
Live well
Live long
Legend is this Guy
"What is worth saying". Gold
Thank you Bob for your artistic talents and humanistic self, your music has made a positive and definitive difference in my life
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@@bobweir4465 The stories in GD music help teach and shape people in a positive social direction.
Exactly what we need more of these days, don't you think?
If that's true, then it would make sense to aim at a few specific messages to send into the world...
@@vicweast Thanks once again for loving my music aspirations and never giving up on me, if you don’t mind me adding you to my special fans club where you can get updates on concerts and short conversations?
@@bobweir4465 Sounds good to me...
@@vicweast alright then…have me your email address so you can be added…
I learned a lot about songwriting
from this Man... and Jerry.
I am truly Grateful.
what a treasure! it was always an amazing experience when the Great full Dead came through town, a real eye opening experience ❣️
Bob Weir has about a year on me, and within that experiential context what he says strikes a certain common chord. I appreciate how he describes his experiences with Jerry Garcia and the rest of the Grateful Dead. Potentially, that refers to All of Us.
Thank you Bobby, you and your musical ventures have brought so much joy and mental pleasure to my life. It's truly been a golden road.
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@@bobweir4465 Hope to catch you a few times this summer. Let's rock and roll :)
@@teramike1501 Thank you for your love and support ❤ towards me I hope you won't stop liking my aspirations. Hope to get some good compliments from you again. Have you ever been to any of my concerts?
I’m glued and love the background solo tree in the Northern California hills.
Thanks Bob. Been chasing the music since 1986 and loved every minute of it.
I Love you Bobby ! You and the Grateful Dead have transformed me into such a beautiful life! You and the boys words mean more to me than I can ever tell you!❤
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We love you Bob! I saw the dead April 5th 1995 in Birmingham Alabama a few months before Jerry died, it was a life changing experience ❤
🎶💜🎶music beautiful is a gift... thank you for this Wendel gift that will live on for infinity...🎶💜🎶
I am forever Grateful for that luminous, beautiful soul.
Absolute Legend!!! THANK YOU GOOD SIR…
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Well Bobbie just communicated some great words. Fantastic interview!
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Thank you. What an outstanding conversation.
It’s very comforting to me to know that even after all this time Bobby is still out there chasing his muse. And he’s right. The Dead’s music will live on forever.
I got a tear in my eye when he was talking about the band and audience relationship. I have seen any of them since Jerry passed but it's so true the music floats above the room. I'd give anything to be at 1 more show...sweaty hippies, peculli, pot smell,phil zone/ 💣 ,girls spinning....There is NOTHING like a Grateful Dead concert!
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As a former record shop co-owner 1976 til 2019 even tho I sold lots of Dead. I had never owned or went to see them. I’m embarrassed to say. I also sold plenty of DeadHead merch. We also was an old fashion head shop. I’m also a song writer and cartoonist but I recently started listening to the Grateful Dead. And it’s great. And as a songwriter I’m totally understand him about songs and the spiritual plan they come from.
🎶 They're a band
beyond description
Such a deep cat! Such a humbled man! When I reflect on my experiences of becoming a head in the early 80s, I really do get a proud feeling of being part of an exclusive club that was different than anything I knew and it was truly inspiring!
Hey video editor the constant switching for camera angles is a huge distraction
Way too many cuts on this video👍
Incredibly enlightening and eloquent words from Bobby. Bravo.
I absolutely love listening to this... so humble and nonchalant about all of their greatness... i can feel the energy in ways that are difficult to explain other than truly inspirational.
“Live Leah’s Love”
Thank you, Bobby. Your music has long been a lantern in the dark mazes.
Bob Weir is a national treasure!
Something very youthful about this guy, despite his physical years.
a truly national treasure, so glad he"s part of my existence
🙋♀️🌹me, too!
Thank you fine sir for your pursuit of musical excellence! May the music never stop, fare thee well!
Bobby is a class act!
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Weir is a legend! Luv this guy so much.
🙋♀️me, too.
Bob weir is legendary!!!⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️Not gonna see Dead and Company on their last tour for reasons……. But the the dead’s music will live onnnnnnnnnn.
When's your out date?