In this space, every Monday, you will find information on the recorded history of the Grateful Dead’s music as it pertains to that week, specifically focusing on the shows for that week, through the band’s 30 year performing history, that reside in the Grateful Dead's storied tape vault. Although not everything is in there, with more than 1,600 of the band's 2,400-odd shows represented, there is plenty about which to talk. Check back weekly for new entries and insight into the vault, as well as exclusive audio clips relating to that week in the Grateful Dead’s recorded history.
Taper's Section
Week of October 28-November 3, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from 1969, 1970, and 1984.
Our first stop this week is on 1/17/69…
Week of October 21-27, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from 1984, 1989, and more from 1989.
Our first selection is from the end of…
Week of October 14-20, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from 1969, 1973, and 1982.
Our first selection is from 2/22/69 in…
Week of October 7-13, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from 1970, 1981, and 1990.
Our first stop this week is on 2/28/70 at…
Week of September 30-October 6, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we roll into October with Grateful Dead music from 1970, 1981, and 1988.
Our first stop…