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 January 8-14, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from the 1980s, from 1984, 1985, and 1988.
Our first stop this week is…
Week of January 1-7, 2024
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where we head into 2024 with Grateful Dead music from 1969, 1986, and 1990
Our first stop this week is in Modesto, CA…
Week of December 25-31, 2023
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we say goodbye to 2023 with Grateful Dead music from 1972, 1990, and 1991.
Our first stop is at…
Week of December 18-24, 2023
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from 1977, 1990, and 1991.
Our first stop this week is at Winterland…
Week of December 11-17, 2023
Welcome back to the Tapers’ Section, where this week we have Grateful Dead music from the 1990s, from 1990, 1991, and 1993.
Our first selection is from…