Frank Wakefield, Who Expanded the Mandolin’s Range, Dies at 89
A bluegrass innovator, he recorded numerous albums as a leader, and his list of collaborators included both Leonard Bernstein and Jerry Garcia.
Bob Heil, Whose Innovations Enhanced the Sound of Rock, Dies at 83
A groundbreaking audio engineer, he provided the large-scale systems that brought tours by the Who and the Grateful Dead to life.
Bob Heil, Whose Innovations Enhanced the Sound of Rock, Dies at 83
A groundbreaking audio engineer, he provided the large-scale systems that brought tours by the Who and the Grateful Dead to life.
Alice Coltrane’s Explosive Carnegie Hall Concert, and 7 More New Songs
Hear tracks by St. Vincent, Ani DiFranco, Camila Cabello and others.
Dead & Company Said Farewell, but the Scene Is Very Alive
One of jam’s most definitive bands is still attracting new recruits, and younger generations are finding comfort in its community.
Saying Goodbye to the Dead. (Again.)
Jerry Garcia died in 1995. The band bid fans farewell in 2015. This weekend, Dead & Company will close out its Final Tour. Why can’t we stop quitting one of rock’s beloved acts?
Living a ’60s-Style California Dream in 1998
It’s not easy to do your job when everyone around you is having a good time.
How Online Ceramics Keeps Its Cool
The trippy clothing line from Alix Ross and Elijah Funk appeals to Deadheads, horror film nerds, celebrities and hype-bros in equal measure.