[33], Weir remained single throughout his years with the Grateful Dead, although he lived for several years (1969–1975) with Frankie Hart. His unique guitar style is strongly influenced by the hard bop pianist McCoy Tyner and he has cited artists as diverse as John Coltrane, the Rev. Bob Weir has just quietly gone about his business, creating one of the most densely rich live back catalogues of all time and he does it all with a smile on his face and a wistful look in his eye. Find similar music that you'll enjoy, only at Last.fm. [23], In 2016, a live recording of Weir performing with The National was included on the massive Day of the Dead. Albums include Ace, Day of the Dead, and Blue Mountain. When the Dead began to play in 1965, Bob Weir was just 17, so he was naturally treated as "the kid." The page contains the lyrics of the song "One More River to Cross" by Bob Weir. We thank you for your continued understanding, support and love. [13], In the late 1970s, Weir began to experiment with slide guitar techniques and perform certain songs during Dead shows using the slide. Directed by Mike Fleiss. In 2009 Bob Weir and Phil Lesh formed a new band called Furthur—so-named in honor of Ken Kesey's famous psychedelically-painted bus. Other seminal studio tracks include Weir's reading of the Lowell George ballad "Easy to Slip" and the lengthy "Two Djinn" from the post-Dead RatDog platter Evening Moods (2000). 2016 Ace. Complete your Bob Weir collection. Original member of the Grateful Dead who has also enjoyed a modest solo career. The song was named after Cassidy Law, who was born in 1970 and was the daughter of Grateful Dead crew member Rex Jackson and Weir's former housemate Eileen Law. "The Beatles were why we turned from a jug band into a rock 'n' roll band," said Bob Weir. Songs with music by Bob Weir. [27], In September 2016, Weir released a new album of "cowboy songs" titled Blue Mountain. Included in this line-up were Keith Godchaux and his wife Donna, both of whom would be in the band by the time of the album's release. Bob Weir covered Days Between, Touch of Grey, Friend of the Devil, Blue Mountain and other songs. [26] "I cannot think of anyone more fitting to be honored with the first annual Les Paul Spirit Award than Bob Weir. Bob Weir Gonesville. The Title Track of "Heaven Help the Fool" (1978). Gary Davis, and Igor Stravinsky as influences.[7]. The duo, with guest musicians, was billed as Bobby and Phil. Weir has participated in the various reformations of the Grateful Dead's members, including 1998, 2000, and 2002 stints as The Other Ones and in 2003, 2004 and 2009 as The Dead. A documentary that explores Bob Weirs life, through the … Jason Crosby was their featured guest at the first two shows. "[9] Originally called Mother McCree's Uptown Jug Champions, the band was later renamed The Warlocks and eventually the Grateful Dead. Over the years, he grew to the point of being one of rock's finest and most distinctive rhythm guitarists, and a band stalwart always. 2- Looks Like Rain. Bob Weir — One More River to Cross lyrics. The band continues to tour regularly. "What we saw them doing was impossibly attractive. TRI is a high-tech recording studio and virtual music venue, used to stream live concerts over the internet in high-definition. The band finished the show without him. A live version of the album's best-known song, "Playing in the Band", had been issued on the Skull & Roses album of the previous year. [49][50], In August 2016, during a preview of Weir's new solo album, Blue Mountain, Weir stated that the only instrument he used during the recording of the album was a Martin acoustic guitar.[51]. They likewise continued in his absence for several more decades under the direction of Matthew Kelly (guitar/harmonica/vocals) and Barry Flast (guitar/keyboards/vocals). Robert Hall Weir (/wɪər/ WEER;[1] né Parber, born October 16, 1947) is an American musician and songwriter best known as a founding member of the rock band Grateful Dead. Based on demand, two additional Fare Thee Will concerts were added to the series, performed in late June 2015 at Levi Stadium in California. He is also on the honorary board of directors of Little Kids Rock, a non-profit organization that provides free musical instruments and instruction to children in under-served public schools throughout the U.S. Bob Weir Biography by Jesse Jarnow + Follow Artist. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Evening Moods - Bob Weir on AllMusic - 2000 - The long-awaited release from former Grateful… [41] Bob Weir's sister-in law is Leilani Münter, a race car driver in the ARCA Racing Series circuit.[42]. Official Site. Weir also founded and played in several other bands during and after his career with the Grateful Dead, including Kingfish, the Bob Weir Band, Bobby and the Midnites, Scaring the Children, RatDog, and Furthur, which he co-led with former Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. Read Full Biography. Weir played rhythm guitar and sang a large portion of the lead vocals through all of the Dead's 30-year career. Bob Weir. 5- Lost Sailor. Weir resuscitated RatDog in March 2013. Although she and Weir never married, she adopted his last name after moving in with him and was subsequently known as Frankie Weir. [3] In 2015, Weir, along with former Grateful Dead members Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, joined with Grammy-winning singer/guitarist John Mayer, bassist Oteil Burbridge, and keyboardist Jeff Chimenti to form the band Dead & Company. In fact, ten of the 11 concert performances are by the Dead -- not that a majority of potential listeners will mind, especially (as referenced above) since five of those are available here for the first time. [29], During the spring of 2018, Weir performed a series of concerts with former Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Kingfish - Kingfish, … [46] Weir can also be seen playing a sunburst ES-335 in The Grateful Dead Movie, filmed in October 1974. A founding member of the Grateful Dead, Bob Weir's musical legacy (separate from its cultural implications) will be of an utterly strange rhythm guitar player and songwriter who grew up in one of the most lasting outside bands of the 1960s. Bob Weir discography and songs: Music profile for Bob Weir, born 16 October 1947. Garden Aud., Vancouver Canada, Robert F. 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