Workingman's Ed

marye

Posted: August 1, 2007 - 12:28pm

boputnam suggested this topic, and I'm sure he'll be along soon to say more!

Here's the basic scoop:

Workingman's Ed Bay Area, authentic, rehearsed and honest. Truly great musicians.

Stu Allen - lead guitar, from JGB Band Pat Nevins - rhythm guitar, from Grapefruit Ed (predecessor and symbiotic with WE) Jeff Faust - bass James Miller - keys Paul Scannell -drums

Anyone seeking a Grateful Dead "fix" will be really glad they found these guys.

www.workingmansed.com


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Thanks, Mary!

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On August 2nd, 2007 boputnam said:

Any one in the Bay Area this weekend has a great chance to see the band this Sunday, 5 August at the annual Jerry Day celebration in Jerry Garcia Amphitheatre of McLaren Park.

www.jerryday.org will guide you

Workingman's Ed does a phenomenal job of honoring the Grateful Dead, reaching into their vast song list to recapture musical experiences of the past. Stu Allen, in particular, provides a stunningly authentic lead guitar, very successfully emulating Jerry's phrasing, tone and imagination, and singing his lead part with surprising voicing. Pat Nevins adds the crtical rythym guitar, done as-it-should-be, and takes Bobby's vocal leads. Supported by a terrifically talented ensemble, this band will really grab you. Drummer Paul Scannell is also a founding member of Grapefruit Ed.

There's plenty more to say, but I'll leave space for others to add their comments...

Workingman's Ed

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On August 2nd, 2007 boputnam said:

Workingman's Ed

Stu Allen - lead guitar, from JGB Band
Pat Nevins - rythym guitar, from Grapefruit Ed (predecessor and symbiotic with WE)
Jeff Faust - bass
James Miller - keys
Paul Scannell -drums

Ive never seen them, but im

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On August 12th, 2007 deadheadaaron said:

Ive never seen them, but im sure their the shizznit cause they got STU on guitar!!!!

Very Entertaining

On August 12th, 2007 Crazy Peg said:

noted a nice Estimated Prophet on Jerry Day...

then a He's Gone
complete with bubbles floating in the foreground and trees swaying in the background!

also remember them busting out a harmonica for a nice treat.

I enjoyed the tunes plenty,
Many Thanks ~N~
Cheers to Future Shows!!!

I disagree.

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On August 12th, 2007 birdleson said:

The guy tries way too hard to put a mock Jerry inflection in his voice. Very uncomfortable and ameteur.

A sincere thank you for the music you provide

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On August 13th, 2007 playdead said:

No criticism here....I really enjoy Workingman's Ed and look forward to seeing them again...

Believe it if you need it ,or leave it if you dare...but it's just a Box of Rain or a ribbon for your hair...such a long,long time to be gone ...and a short time to be there!!!

some one on u-tube rocks!

On August 21st, 2007 Crazy Peg said:

now let's imagine, I was futher back than the camera

Jerry Day 2007 Estimated Prophet
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbR1t8xOGhc&mode=related&search=

Jerry Day 2007 He's Gone
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjghAT4cieQ&mode=related&search=

drums (out there with space)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CK2yOKdC0Lk

thank you:
http://www.youtube.com/profile_videos?user=WEKeys&p=r

Workingman's Ed playing Brent memorial

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On September 23rd, 2007 marye said:

Following up on jaylif's earlier message, just got the official notice of the event. This is in Lafayette, California, where Brent was living at the time of his very untimely death:

Benefit Concert

On Friday, October 19, a special benefit concert will be held at Town Hall Theatre in remembrance of the late Brent Mydland, former Lafayette resident and keyboardist for the Grateful Dead. The music of the Grateful Dead, as well as select songs written and performed by Brent, will be highlighted in a performance by Workingman's Ed, featuring Stu Allend and Pat Nevins.

For the evening, the Town Hall lobby will be transformed into a Grateful Dead wonderland, with lights and tie-dyed drapings. A video montage/tribute will play before the concert. Guests will have a chance to bid on a silent auction, featuring Grateful Dead "schwag." The evening will include the unveiling of a portrait of Brent Mydland that will hang permanently in the theater lobby.

As you know, the Town Hall Theatre is a small, intimate setting, with only 188 seats. It is expected that this concert will sell out in record time. Whether you are a Deadhead or a friend of Town Hall Theatre just looking for a special night of music, we invite you to join us.

Tickets (at $45 per, with proceeds to benefit Town Hall Theatre) can be purchased through the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce. Call Jay Lifson at 925-284-7404 for more information. Or email Jay at jay@lafayettechamber.org.

Freepeoples.com

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On September 25th, 2007 patdog said:

Calico Kaliope come tell me the news!

Calico Kaliope come tell me

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On September 25th, 2007 patdog said:

Calico Kaliope come tell me the news!

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