Podcast appearances and mentions of Phil Lesh

In this episode Jason discusses the legacy of the Grateful Dead after the passing of Bob Weir, closely on the heels of the death of Phil Lesh in late 2024. He views the Dead through a lens larger than their music, including their ethics, their business innovations, and the community they built that stands in ever greater contrast to the dominant American culture of crass consumerism, greed, inauthenticity, and vulgarity. The DZA website is here.

Marin County singer-songwriter, community and music collaborator Jon Chi joins “Only In The Green Room” as the first guest under the show's new banner—recorded in the Sweetwater Music Hall Green Room before Jon played to a packed house for his birthday show at the iconic venue. In a conversation full of gratitude, community love, and live-music philosophy, Jon reflects on how the Terrapin scene helped shape his musical orbit, why vulnerability is where the magic lives, and how live shows remain irreplaceable—no matter what AI does to recorded music. Special guests Stephanie Salva (Tumbleweed Soul) and Elliot Peck (Midnight North, Phil Lesh & Friends) pop in before joining Jon on stage, adding stories about collaborations, harmonies, and the deep relationships built through the Bay Area music community. Creators & Guests Tami Larson - Host Dennis Strazulo - Host Creators & Guests Tami Larson - Host Dennis Strazulo - Host Creators & Guests Tami Larson - Host Dennis Strazulo - Host   The “how lucky am I to have stumbled into this community?” moment—and why Jon leads with love The Terrapin Crossroads/Marin/Bay Area musician ecosystem (and all the overlap that makes it work) - spawning collaborations and lasting friendships Jon's musical roots: Massachusetts → Berklee College of Music → Bay Area scene The JP McClean (Melvin Seals JGB)) origin story: their first day as students at Berklee,  a chart that looked like “hieroglyphics,” and instant respect  Vulnerability on stage: choosing connection over perfection The “Yoga Mafia” crossover: how Now Yoga in Corte Madera became part of the music ecosystem Dead nights + mashups: blending Bee Gees, Biggie, Lou Reed, and more into jam setsWidespread Panic as Jon's “first jam band show”—and later collaborating with bassist Dave SchoolsThe passing-down tradition: Jon's kids performing and singing at shows Guest drop-ins: Stephanie shares what she's working on (Tumbleweed Soul, new trio, gigs with Dave Nelson Band) Elliot talks first duo collaboration with Jon, returning from hiatus, and community support Jon Chi's Birthday Show All-Star lineup: Sean Nelson — Drums Angeline Saris — bass Jordan Feinstein — keys Minglewood Lewis Jr. — percussion Patrick Byers, Natalie John, Andrew Ferren - Horns Elliott Peck and Stephanie Salva - Vocals Memorable moments & quotes: “I mean, I want to talk about how much I love everyone.” “I'd rather make a bunch of mistakes on stage and stay open to connect with people.” “If you're willing to share vulnerabilities, that's where deeper relationships grow.” “Even if AI disrupts recorded music—how do you ever replace live music?” Topics that hit hard: Why this scene works: It's collaborative, supportive, and built on people being decent humans and strong musicians.Why live music wins: Because it's shared presence, unrepeatable moments, and real connection.Why mashups matter: They expand the audience and keep traditions alive without turning them into copies. If you're new here… This episode is a love letter to the Bay Area's live music ecosystem—where jam culture, original music, yoga communities, and deep friendships all collide in the best way.Tags  John Chi, Only in the Green Room, Sweetwater Music Hall, Terrapin Crossroads community, Bay Area music scene, jam band culture, live music podcast, Grateful Dead community, improv music, vulnerability on stage, post-COVID live music, Now Yoga Corte Madera, Elliot Peck, Stephanie Tumbleweed Soul, Dave Schools, Widespread Panic

Chris and Jim share their thoughts about the musician they have seen and recorded well over 100 times through the years, Bobby Weir. Bobby Weir 1947-2026, Grateful Dead Co-Founder, Guitarist, Songwriter, Singer, Collaborated with Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh, Rob Wasserman, Willie Nelson, Wilco, Steve Earle, John Prine, Wynonna Judd, Emmylou Harris, Rambling Jack, Johnnie Johnson, and Bruce Hornsby. Weir helped to create the San Francisco sound of the 1960's, bringing a Western Music influence to the Grateful Dead with his covers of Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson, and Marty Robbins songs. He creates a unique approach to the guitar, writes some great songs, and becomes the front man for the weirdest band in town. Grab your pink guitars and short short shorts while Chris and Jim talk all things Bob, explain the "More Fun than a Frog in a Glass of Milk" view of life and tell you how to find the best parking lot grilled cheese. Thanks for the ride Bob, it was mighty big fun.

Hyvää uutta vuotta ja kiitos kuluneesta! Sami Ruokangas ja Juha Kakkuri käyvät tässä jaksossa läpi vuoden 2025 merkillepantavia levyjä, juhlajulkaisuja, uusintajulkaisuja ja upouutta musiikkia. Jaksosta selviää myös, minkälainen tapaus huipensi Juhan syntymäpäivän ja kesän Springsteen-keikkareissun Berliiniin. Kuuntele, viihdy ja sivisty. Jakson soittolistat: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jFJ64q55Q5daf3rAWOORF?si=52660c084074481a https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2rCfATMarQh4oVlfN03jIi?si=69a15c761156484b Menossa ovat mukana Rolling Stones, Jeff Beck, Mick Taylor, Keith Richards, Wayne Perkins, Ronnie Wood, Harvey Mandel, Billy Preston, Ollie Brown, Charlie Watts, Bobby Keys, Uli Jon Roth, Scorpions, Canned Heat, Fito de la Parra, Bill Wyman, Rory Gallagher, Don Nix, Eric Clapton, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Puistoblues, Robert Cray, John Lee Hooker, Son Seals, Magic Slim, Rauma Blues, Blues Live!, Robert Plant, Suzi Dian, Finlandia-talo, Led Zeppelin, Bo Diddley, Pori Jazz, John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, Ike Turner, Walter Trout, Alison Krauss, Blind Willie Johnson, Larkin Poe, Tyler Bryant, Rebecca Lovell, Janiva Magness, Alice Cooper, Neal Smith, Dennis Dunaway, Michael Bruce, Glen Buxton, Bob Ezrin, Juha Torvinen, Danny Show, Syd Barrett, Stray Cats, Fnac, Jim Morrison, Kari Pyrhönen, Blue Coupe, Blue Öyster Cult, Nita Strauss, Ryan Roxie, Saurom, J. R. R. Tolkien, Villena, Leyendas del Rock, Bruce Springsteen, Nugs, Berliinin olympiastadion, Broadway, Hurriganes, Moon Mullican, Waldorf Astoria, Wolfgang´s Vault, Allman Brothers Band, Grateful Dead, Phil Lesh, Warren Haynes, Lexsoul Dancemachine, Miikka Porkka, Raul Ukareda, Augustibluus, Ivo Linna, Remu, Mikko Alatalo, Robert Linna, James Brown, Sly & The Family Stone, Stax, Haapsalun piispanlinna, Terminal Records & Bar, Telliskivi, FM, Steve Overland, Thunder, Steve Winwood, Free, Bad Company, Simon Kirke, Ozzy Osbourne, Phil Soussan, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Thin Lizzy, Bonnie Tyler, The Who, Woodstock, Monterey, Isle of Wight, Ruisrock, Larry Taylor ja Esa Nieminen. www.facebook.com/RockAroundTheBlogFinland www.instagram.com/samiruokangas

The Deadcast's overstuffed season finale unpacks Blues For Allah's oft-misunderstood title track, the unlikely story of its album art, & the remarkable coalition that manifested the Dead's September 1975 Golden Gate Park show, officially the New Age Bio-Centennial Unity Fair.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Ned Lagin, Steve Brown, Bill McCarthy, Larry Weissman, Gary Lambert, Ed Perlstein, Joan Miller, Geoff Gould, Dan Hanklein, Raymond Foye, Nicholas Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Keith EatonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast explores Bobby Weir's guitar étude, “Sage and Spirit,” speaking with one of the song's namesakes, Sage Scully, before taking an extended trip to legendary Dead show at the Great American Music Hall in August 1975, where the song received its only full live performance.Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux MacKay, Sage Scully, Ron Rakow, Al Teller, Steve Brown, Roger Lewis, Lee Brenkman, Steve Schuster, Gary Lambert, Deb Trist, Ed Perlstein, Danno Henklein, Joan Miller, Steve Silberman, Michael Parrish, Keith Eaton, Shaugn O'Donnell, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We explore how the dreamy delicacy of Crazy Fingers came about at a time of great tumult in Grateful Dead history, with visits from new record company boss Al Teller of United Artists and Seastones composer Ned Lagin, plus a stop at Winterland for the Bob Fried Memorial Boogie.Guests: David Lemieux, Al Teller, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, Gary Lambert, Michael Parrish, Danno Henklein, Ed Perlstein, Geoff Gould, Jay Kerley, Blair Jackson, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Nicholas MeriwetherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobby Weir & John Perry Barlow's classic “The Music Never Stopped” came into being when the music was briefly in danger of stopping, the song transforming from live jam to final form as the Dead struggled to solve the financial difficulties that came with a retirement from the road.Guests: David Lemieux, Ron Rakow, Steven Schuster, Steve Silberman, Sean Howe, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Christopher Coffman, Graeme Boone, Eric Lindquist, Benny LanderSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fresh from bringing the spirit of the Midnight Ramble to the High Sierra Music Festival stage, Amy Helm sits down with the hosts for a moving and unflinching conversation about family, recovery, and carrying forward a legacy. Recorded backstage among the festival magic, this episode blends raw honesty with deep musical history.Listen to Amy open up about:The Phoenix Rising: How Levon Helm turned personal crisis into renewal with the legendary Midnight Rambles in his Woodstock barn, sparking his recovery and Grammy-winning resurgence.The Kitchen Meeting That Changed Everything: An encounter between the Helm and Lesh families that inspired Phil Lesh to build Terrapin Crossroads.Holding a Legacy: What it means to carry forward a parent's vision with authenticity. Bringing the Ramble to High Sierra: The first-ever festival Ramble, with Amy's son on drums alongside original band members, capturing the tradition's family spirit.Phil Lesh as Mentor: How Phil guided her into the Grateful Dead songbook and gave her permission to reinvent songs in her own voice.Writing Silver City: Turning her own stories—and the story of a young fan lost to addiction—into songs of resilience, honesty, and self-discovery.Festivals, Family, and Community: Why inclusive, non-pretentious festivals matter more than ever in an industry full of “taste-makers.”Equal parts storytelling and testimony, Amy Helm's words remind us that music is more than entertainment — it's survival, legacy, and the thread that binds communities together.HIGHLIGHTS“The whole thing about holding a legacy… it doesn't matter whether your dad was a carpenter or a drummer. What matters is how other people are remembering it and feeling filled up by it.” — Amy Helm on carrying forward Levon Helm's vision“The Midnight Rambles were about recovery — physically, spiritually, financially. My dad started with 20 people just to pay the electric bill, and from there he got his voice back, his career back, and won three Grammys.” — Amy Helm on the rebirth of Levon Helm“Phil showed me that these songs were meant to be rediscovered in every fraction of every moment. That gave me permission to find my own way into the Grateful Dead tradition.” — Amy Helm on Phil Lesh as mentorSHOWSJoin Amy Helm w/ The Helm Family Midnight Ramble at the Levon Helm Down Home JubileeOctober 18, 20025 -  Marvell, ARCatch the remaining 2025  "Midnight Ramble" shows at Levon Helm Studios in Woodstock, NY on Nov 1, 28 and New Year's Eve!Check the calendar of other artists appearing at the venue in 2025 including Tales From The Green Room guests Sam Grisman (Sam Grisman Project) on October 21 and Eric Johnson (Fruit Bats) on Halloween.MUSICMoney On 7, Amy Helm – Available on Tidal – High Fidelity Music Streaming                                              Music and Lyrics by Amy Helm, JT NeroCotton And The Cane, Amy Helm – Available on Tidal – High Fidelity  Streaming                                              Music and Lyrics by Amy Helm, Mary Gauthier     LINKS                Amy Helm Official WebsiteLevon Helm Studios - Home Of The Midnight RambleHigh Sierra Music Festival

This week, hosts Nick Millevoi and the shamelessly biased Jason Shadrick dive deep—much, much deeper than Nick ever imagined he would go—into the vast discography of the great Jimmy Herring. They enlist Rob Compa, formerly of Dopapod and now of Neighbor, whose greatest qualification is living in Burlington, Vermont, "the hub of all things jam bands".Maybe you've heard Jimmy Herring is amazing, but the sheer "jam-ness" of his output is intimidating. We systematically go through Herring's entire discography and in the process ruin Nick's Apple Music algorithm. But common ground was found in Frogwings' Croakin' at Toads, which found a new fan in Nick even though he's slightly John Popper-phobic. Rob chimes in on his favorite nuggets from the catalog and discusses what exactly makes Herring gain such a fanbase among guitar nerds. Is it Jazz Is Dead, Phil Lesh, the ferocious McLaughlin collaboration? Plus, we decide that Herring's “Scapegoat Blues” might be an all-time jam-band standard and required repertoire for any aspiring guitarist. Sponsored by Rocky Mountain Slides: rockymountainslides.comFollow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/nickmillevoiFollow Jason: https://www.instagram.com/jasonshadrickGet at us: 100guitarists@premierguitar.comCall/Text: 319-423-9734Podcast powered by Sweetwater. Get your podcast set up here! - https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75rE0dSubscribe to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0aXdYIDOmS8KtZaZGNazVb?si=c63d98737a6146afApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/100-guitarists/id1746527331

The Deadcast unpacks the two-part extra-heady “King Solomon's Marbles”/'Stronger Than Dirt or Milkin' the Turkey,” using the instrumental to get into the Dead's 1975 dalliances with holography, as well as Phil Lesh's other unfinished pieces from Blues For Allah.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Eugene Dolgoff, Michael Parrish, Ed Perlstein, Keith Eaton, Nicholas G. Meriwether, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick JenkinsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast examines how Franklin's Tower bucked every trend on Blues For Allah to become one of the Dead's all-time classics, including a tape of its studio creation, a look into the multi-tracks, & a rare line-by-line breakdown by lyricist Robert Hunter himself.Guests: David Lemieux, Geoff Gould, Jürgen Fauth, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Will Backstrom, Max Ritchie, Hannah GrabbensteinSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Jrod for an in-depth conversation with singer-songwriter Nicki Bluhm! In this episode, Nicki gives us the inside scoop on her eighth studio album, Rancho Deluxe, set to be released on October 3. She shares her insights on the intentionality of a well-crafted album, describing the recording process as a "magical time" of collaboration and live takes. Nicki opens up about the wisdom she's gained and how it has shaped her music, embracing the idea that life doesn't just happen to you, it happens for you. She also shares stories from her career, including touring with the legendary Phil Lesh and what it was like to be a shy high schooler who never thought she was a good singer. We dive into her love for the outdoors and equestrian culture, and how the value of solitude and quiet can lead to great things. The conversation also covers the incredible Nashville musicians who contributed to Rancho Deluxe and the current challenges facing the music industry, all while exploring the meaning of success for Nicki Bluhm in 2025. _____ Support the Show: Uber Eats: Get up to 40% off back-to-school essentials. Order now, on Uber Eats. https://www.ubereats.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Deadcast uses Blues For Allah's complicated instrumental Slipknot! to explore the musical and creative ambiguity the Grateful Dead pursued in early 1975, when there both was and wasn't a Grateful Dead, & their public reemergence at Bill Graham's S.N.A.C.K. benefit that March.Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Gary Lambert, Joan Miller, Jay Kerley, Chadwick Jenkins, Shaugn O'Donnell, Melvin BackstromSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Grateful Deadcast points itself towards 1975 to begin a song-by-song celebration of Blues For Allah's 50th anniversary, loaded with raw session tapes, early lyric drafts, & the story of how the Dead built a new studio, musical language, batch of songs, & LP from the ground up. Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Stephen Barncard, Ned Lagin, Steve Brown, Gary Lambert, Keith Eaton, Shaugn O'Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins, Matt CampbellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Grateful Deadcast visits the set for the Grateful Dead Movie, aka the Dead's five “retirement” shows at Winterland in 1974, with heads who attended. This bonus episode is a re-run of the 2nd half of Deadcast Season 9, episode 8.Guests: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, David Grisman, , Steve Brown, Richie Pechner, Jerry Pompili, Jim Sullivan, Gary Lambert, Geoff Gould, Joan Brown, Michael Parrish, Corry Arnold, Strider Brown, Jay Kerley, Rita Fiedler, Rene Tinner, Lee Ranaldo, Gregory Barette, Ron Long, Brian AndersonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Good Ol' Grateful Deadcast is thrilled beyond all audible frequencies to begin its 12th season by welcoming Dan Healy, the Grateful Dead's in-house sound wizard for most of their career, for tales from three decades in pursuit of high and higher fidelity.Guest: Dan HealySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Grahame Lesh sits down with Andy Frasco and Nick Gerlach to discuss the monumental task of organizing the Golden Gate Park Grateful Dead 60th anniversary celebration. Graham opens up about processing his father Phil Lesh's passing while honoring his legacy through music. Topics Discussed: The "10,000 sit-ins" concept and musical directing challenges Processing grief while celebrating Phil Lesh's incredible life Growing up in the Grateful Dead community and finding his own musical path The impact of Terrapin Crossroads on Bay Area musicians The Grateful Dead legacy as a "tree with many branches" Behind-the-scenes stories from a life in the Dead family Building community through improvisational music Links: Grahame Lesh: https://www.grahamelesh.com Midnight North: https://midnightnorth.com Watch this episode now on Volume.com & YouTube. We're psyched to partner up with Volume.com! Check out their roster of upcoming live events and on-demand shows to enrich that sweet life of yours. Call, leave a message, and share your best Grateful Dead memory: (720) 996-2403 Check out our new album Growing Pains on all platforms 5/23/25!! Follow us on Instagram @worldsavingpodcast For all things Frasco, go to: AndyFrasco.com

This book is equal parts technical chronicle and counterculture memoir dives deep into the Grateful Dead, and the massive, brain-bending machinery used to build their iconic sound system- The Wall of Sound. *This episode is sponsored by the Outlaw Music Festival 10th Anniversary Merchandise. Want to win some of that great Outlaw merchandise? Just send me an email at the address below and I will enter you in to win. Three lucky Rock Talk Studio winners will get a chance at some great gear. Check out the 10th Anniversary swag here-Outlaw Music Festival Support the showemail Big Rick at:info@rocktalkstudio.com

Enjoying the Ride: On TourThe Deadcast season finale hits shows at 3 legendary venues, exploring Dick Latvala's transformative experience at Red Rocks ‘79, Hollie Rose's tour journal, the wonders of the Alpine Valley parking lot, & when Shakedown Street got its name.Guests: David Lemieux, Jay Kerley, Hollie Rose, Rebecca Adams, Bill Lemke, Phil Garfinkel, Jim Jonze, Tom Ryan, Art Moss, Lisa Hitchcock, David Van Divier, Scott Bauer, Julie Dock, Mobile SteeleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Deadcast cruises down the eastern seaboard, including stops in Hartford, Hampton, Philadelphia, and Landover, featuring touring tips, another police chase, & a visit to the White House.Guests: David Lemieux, Sam Cutler, Dennis Alpert, Tyler Roy-Hart, David Leopold, John Leopold, Rebecca Adams, Brian Schiff, Gary Lambert, Chris Goodspace, Winslow Colwell, Scott Jones, Chad EylerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.