When Grateful Dead founding member and bassist extraordinaire Phil Lesh died last month on October 25, he left behind a legacy that will long be remembered and celebrated by a loving family, friends, and musical associates too numerous to count, and a global community of fans.

Award-winning indie documentary Roadie: My Documentary—a film by TJ Hoffmann and Andy Strohl—is celebrating its 5th anniversary and is now available for viewing on Amazon Prime. Prime members can watch the film for free here, while others can watch or purchase it for a nominal fee. Roadie: My Documentary is also available on additional platforms, which can be found here.

Acclaimed California rock band Dawes are giving fans an early holiday gift with today’s premiere of their very special new single, “Christmas Tree in the Window,” available everywhere now on Dead Ringers via Secretly Canadian Distribution

Happy Curmudgeons, the Michigan-based band celebrated for their soulful blend of classic rock and the improvisational energy of jam bands, are proud to unveil their latest album, 2nd Chances. Drawing inspiration from iconic acts such as the Grateful Dead, Phish, Widespread Panic, The Allman Brothers Band, and Blind Melon, Happy Curmudgeons craft a sound that is both timeless and electrifying—an irresistible fusion of heartfelt melodies, extended jams, and raw live energy.

For its third year, the Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival returns to its beachfront location at Sandy Point State Park along the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland, on Saturday and Sunday, September 20–21, 2025. People from across the region and North America gather at this picturesque destination to celebrate while enjoying the finest music rooted in progressive bluegrass, improvisational jam, and American roots traditions.

The Tom Petty Estate and Third Man Records are collaborating to release a unique bootleg performance of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, recorded by house sound mixer Gennaro Rippo.

Today, November 20th, 2024, marks the 77th birthday of Joe Walsh, a true rock icon whose guitar licks have left an indelible mark on the music world. As we at Grateful Web celebrate this milestone, we dive into the legacy of a man whose career is as colorful as his personality.

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Guitarists Dave Navarro (Jane’s Addiction) and Billy Morrison (Billy Idol) have announced the “ABOVE GROUND” benefit concert series will return for its fourth event on January 25 at The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood, CA. As before, “ABOVE GROUND 4” will feature Navarro and Morrison with an all-star band and special guests (TBA). Tickets go on sale Friday, November 22 HERE with pre-sale Wednesday, November 20.

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is back for its 24th year, celebrating the timeless legacy of the 1927 Bristol Sessions and Bristol’s rich heritage as the Birthplace of Country Music! Mark your calendars for September 19-21, 2025, when historic downtown Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia, comes alive with music, culture, and community.

Exciting Festival Updates

Good Vibez Presents is back with another exciting lineup announcement for the California Roots Music and Arts Festival! Taking place at its usual home, the Monterey County Fairgrounds, over the weekend of May 23-25, Cali Roots continues to solidify its status as the mothership of reggae-leaning music festivals. New additions to the already stacked lineup include genre-benders Dirty Heads, Jamaica’s own Protoje, chart-topper Matisyahu, and more, joining previously announced acts like Rebelution, T-Pain, Iration, and SOJA.