Episode 29

Apr 6

A Re-Release 2-Part Episode

David Gans, a multifaceted individual renowned as a musician, journalist, and radio host, has dedicated over 35 years to documenting the rich tapestry of music and culture surrounding the Grateful Dead. This week, we had the privilege of hosting him in our studio for an engaging conversation that spanned various topics, from community and inclusion to strategies for maintaining productivity during the challenging times of the Covid era.

Currently collaborating with Joe Craven of Garcia-Grisman fame in the project "Garcia Songbook Live," David delves into his extensive 50+ year history within the music scene. He provides insightful reflections on embodying the essence of the music, his experiences playing Grateful Dead compositions, and much more. David's storytelling prowess shines through in his unique narrative style, and it was truly an honor to have him grace our show.

Reflecting on his enduring relationship with the Grateful Dead, David expresses profound gratitude for the band's inspiration spanning over five decades. He acknowledges the band's pivotal role in fostering his creativity by entrusting him to curate their music across various media platforms.

In the second part of our double episode featuring David Gans, he retraces his journey along the Golden Road, recounting the moments that led to earning the trust, respect, and friendship of the Grateful Dead. From shared bachelorhood with Bobby to valuable lessons from "Professor" Phil and enlightening one-on-one conversations with Jerry, David provides an intimate glimpse into his charmed life.

Furthermore, David offers a detailed exploration of the evolution of the band's sound, contrasting the '70s era marked by Keith on the keys and the seamless transitions of single drummer years with the groove-oriented, double drummer sound of the '80s, driven by Brent's synth and Hammond B3.

This episode serves as an invaluable resource, offering listeners a deeper understanding of David Gans's remarkable journey and the profound influence of the Grateful Dead's music on his life and work. For those eager to learn more about David Gans, his website and record label provide a comprehensive overview of his prolific career and ongoing projects.

You can learn more about David Gans by checking out:

Spotify:

Part 1 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/38pQqM1k5eAoRvjAc7O9Lm?si=j4s5xfGqQyWt2WbBFzdzyA
Part 2 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0AoerVH5183BF5R98rz27X?si=-GXtQ9ZuQS6QKb-cePg2WA

Apple:

Part 1 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dead-tour-tales/id1670050712?i=1000651244838
Part 1 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dead-tour-tales/id1670050712?i=1000651244837

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Website & Record Label: https://perfectible.net/

Tours: https://www.songkick.com/artists/238616-david-gans

IG: https://www.instagram.com/dgans53/?hl=en

FB: https://www.facebook.com/dgansmusic/

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