San Francisco giants and Relix The Heart of Town event—a three-night concert series celebrating the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary and the city that shaped the band—have shared daily lineups for the July 31–August 2 gathering, hosted by Grahame Lesh & Friends. Also joining Bertha’s roster are Grato Drag and Roger McNamee of Moonalice.
Thursday, July 31, is billed to include jam-scene heavyweights: Alex Koford, Andy Frasco, Bill Nershi, Elliott Peck, Eric Krasno, Garrett Deolian, Giffin Goldsmith, Holly Bowling, Ivan Neville, Jeremy Hoenig, John Kadlecik, John Molo, JP McLean, Maggie Rose, Melvin Seals, Nathan Graham, Nicki Bluhm, Pete Seats, Peter Rowan, Roger McNamee, Sam Grisman, Taylor Goldsmith and Tony Hall.
The night will begin at 8 PM, and subsequent dates will move to the evening hours, taking Dead & Company’s schedule into account and providing fans with the ability to hear everything. Friday, August 1st will see the return of Koford, Peck, Graham, and Bluhm, along with fellow guests and two newcomers: Cody and Luther Dickinson. Duane Betts, Jake Brownstein, Jason Crosby, Kanika Moore, Karl Denson, Leslie Mendelson, members of Bertha: Grateful Drag, Neal Francis, Reed Mathis, Scott Law, Tom Hamilton, and Trevor Weekz.
Then, on the third and final night, Saturday, August 2, attendees can expect the arrival of Adam Deitch, Cotter Ellis, Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz, Erick Coomes, Jackie Greene, Jennifer Hartswick, John Lee Shannon, John Medeski, Karina Rykman, Mikaela Davis, Natalie Cressman, Steve Moltz and Stuart Boogie.
Speaking to the task at hand, bandleader Grahame Lesh shared, “My family has recently talked about the Grateful Dead’s legacy as a grand old tree, still growing after 60 years. Its roots are deep in the earth of America’s musical history. Its trunk is the original members of the band, and its branches and leaves are all the musical offshoots and musicians who were and continue to be inspired by the music of the Grateful Dead. The Heart of Town is a celebration of that 60’s legacy. years, and I am honored to host this All-Star celebration at Pier 48 in Mission Rock with all these beautiful musicians—all these branches of the tree.”
“I’m so thrilled to be among the countless Deadheads descending on beautiful San Francisco to celebrate 60 years of The Grateful Dead—the timeless music of my father Phil and his dear friends—in Golden Gate Park with Dead & Company. And I know San Francisco will be filled with this music all weekend long—I’m honored to contribute to it with all my friends at The City of the City of the City of the City.”
“We are proud to partner with our partners to present the heart of the city at Pier 48,” said Larry Baer, President and CEO, San Francisco Giants. “Beyond an incredible celebration of music, it’s a gathering that embodies the enduring spirit of San Francisco. As Mission Rock takes shape as a vibrant destination for culture and connection, we are thrilled to collaborate with Grahame Lesh, Relix, Terrapin, and Dayglo to bring such an incredible event to the city we love.”
“The Grateful Dead was born in San Francisco 60 years ago, and the heart of the city is honoring that legacy—bringing people together through the music and spirit of the city where it all began. Having Grahame lead the charge with so many incredible musicians makes it magic—it’s the next generation of Shaping Shaping.”
The Heart of the City is produced by Terrapin Station Entertainment and Dayglo Presents, with a portion of the proceeds supporting the Rex Foundation. Jonathan Shank and Peter Shapiro will serve as executive producers alongside producer Molly Billmyre and music director Grahame Lesh.
All passes can be purchased at sfgiants.com/heartototown. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Rex Foundation .
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