Melvin continues to treat music lovers to his unique brand of melodic flavor with JGB. Grateful Dead guitarist Jerry Garcia is considered one of the best muscians of all time that unfortunately left us too soon at the age of 53 back in 1995. In addition to the often played staples, the band has recently been exploring the back catalog and performing a ton of super rare tunes, some of which The Jerry Garcia Band played only a few times over all those years.Īdding his rock-gospel-soul-rhythm and blues touch with his funky style of playing, no wonder Jerry nicknamed him “Master of the Universe”. They offer an exciting, often psychedelic musical journey that changes nightly and keeps the audience dancing and smiling (and some staring in amazement) for hours. Jerry Garcia, the group’s guitarist, is to this day often referred to as the Dead’s leader, though that was never really the case.The Grateful Dead were a true democracy, a musical commune and Jerry frequently stood back from the front of the stage when they performed, but he did not stand back from the attention and adoration of music lover of all kinds. Their chemistry is the focus from which they create a spontaneous and high art where the sky is the limit musically. Selling over 360,000 CDs since its release, the beloved self-titled album, Jerry Garcia Band, was the bands first live release recorded in the spring and. Along with backing vocals, the result is a most satisfying blend of natural organic grooves that challenges genre boundaries. With acoustic and electric ingredients and unique combinations of Dave Hebert’s guitar and vocals, Pete Lavezzoli’s hearty drums and, of course, a heapin’ helpin’ of the wizard’s magic on Hammond B-3 Organ and keyboards. Melvin and JGB brings an intuitive, expressive style, soul, spontaneity and remarkable chops to the table. From blues to funk to rock to jazz, Melvin Seals serves up a tasty mix with a little R&B and gospel thrown in to spice things up.
Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helped pioneer and define what has now become “Jam Band Music”. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band.
Poster and ticket images from this day courtesy of GD Sets. His most widely known project was the Jerry Garcia Band, which formed in 1975 and produced one studio album, 1978's Cats Under the Stars. Jerry Garcia playing with Reconstruction at the Old Waldorf, Apphoto courtesy of Chris Stone. A masterly guitarist and songwriter, and a highly underrated vocalist, Garcia was a true music lover, involving himself in numerous non-Dead projects over the years. Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Hey kids You can look sharp and help support Jerrybase at the same time by visiting our shop.
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