Grahame Lesh, son of the legendary Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, is a gifted musician who has carved out his own space in the music world while continuing to honor his family’s rich legacy. A talented guitarist and vocalist, Grahame is perhaps best known as a founding member of the band Midnight North, among numerous other projects. Over the years, he has collaborated with a wide range of artists, including notable Grateful Dead alumni and musical icons.

From her early songwriting days in a Wyoming dorm room to sharing stages with bluegrass maestras like Molly Tuttle, Shelby Means has carved out a path that blends deep-rooted influences with an adventurous artistic spirit. Now, with the release of her debut solo material, Shelby Means is embracing a musical journey uniquely her own—a journey defined by heartfelt storytelling, meaningful collaborations, and genuine authenticity.

Over the past decade, Australian singer-songwriter Ziggy Alberts has forged a distinctive path through indie-folk, captivating listeners with his deeply personal lyrics and grassroots spirit. Known for blending emotive storytelling with a minimalist, soulful sound, Ziggy’s music invites listeners to look inward and embrace life’s simplest yet most profound moments.

Orlando singer-songwriter Cat Ridgeway is hard to ignore—and once you hear her music, you’ll understand why. Possessing an electric stage presence and an unquenchable passion for her craft, Cat blends indie rock and punk with subtle echoes of dream pop and folk. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, she doesn’t just dabble—she commands guitar, harmonica, trumpet, trombone, drums, piano, mandolin, and bass, sometimes juggling three instruments at once during her live shows.

Over two decades ago, Railroad Earth burst onto the jamgrass scene with their distinctive fusion of bluegrass instrumentation, rock ‘n’ roll spirit, and improvisational verve. Their deep ties to Colorado have been evident from the start—think sold-out shows at the Fox Theatre and Boulder Theater, as well as unforgettable nights at Red Rocks.

New York City singer-songwriter Leo Sawikin has always been a master at weaving introspection with melody, and his upcoming album, Till You’re Somebody Else, set to release on January 24, 2025, is no exception. Building on the success of his 2021 debut, Row Me Away, Sawikin dives deeper into his signature “shoegazey Britpop” sound—a blend of jangling guitars, dreamy keys, and evocative lyrics that evoke bands like The Cure and early Coldplay.

With the third installment, Let the World In, Forecast offers a compelling exploration of time and connection, challenging us to view life not as a linear progression but as an ever-expanding continuum. The album unfolds like a lush, instrumental narrative, drawing listeners into vivid, almost cinematic landscapes—sunlight filtering through trees, warm tides rolling ashore, and the hum of unseen life beneath the soil.

We recently sat down with guitarist Jeremy Hilliard and keyboardist Johnny Young from the emerging jam rock band PEAK. This indie psychedelic jam quartet is based in Brooklyn, NY, and gig around the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Their sound is described as mix of poetic, melodic songwriting coupled with moody electro-funk, riffed-out blues-rock, and exploratory yet danceable improvisations. Their other members include drummer Kito Bovenschulte (Particle) and bassist Josh T. Carter (Hayley Jane and The Primates).

As the holiday season approaches, Leftover Salmon is set to return to their true home: the Boulder Theater. These post-Thanksgiving shows have become as integral to the holiday as turkey and pumpkin pie, bringing together fans and family in a celebration of music and community.

Grateful Web is thrilled to sit down with LVNDR.SOUND, the critically acclaimed livetronica trio making waves with their sophomore album, In The Dark. Released via Perception Records, this project marks a transformative chapter for the band, pushing the boundaries of their sound with immersive production, emotive storytelling, and a fresh, vocal-centric approach.