Deadheads: Stories from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of the Grateful Dead Book Review
One of the world's most legendary rock groups is gearing up for their final shows this month, and in honor of the Grateful Dead's final bout, we have been lucky enough to get a copy of a new hit book called Deadheads: Stories from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of The Grateful Dead. Written by Linda Kelly, this book takes first hand accounts from dozens of individuals who either knew the band, were the first to experience the band's music or were there to see the band go through their trials and tribulations.
Featuring stories from the likes of Grateful Dead lyricist John Perry Barlow, Cajun chef Rick Begneaud, and John Popper of Blues Traveler, this incredible book showcases the ins and outs of being a Deadhead. Whether it's exploring the intense psychedellic acid trips common at a Grateful Dead show, or investigating the close knit community that one becomes a part of when you become a Deadhead, or even the overwhelming sense of acceptance and peace that some have felt while becoming a Deadhead, this book showcases the beauty and incredible awe of The Grateful Dead.
From intimate, personal details of the band and the people in their lives to the frenzy of buying tickets to a show or even first show revelations, Deadheads is the perfect read to commerate one of rock and roll's most influential bands. Their music has surpassed a single generation and has bled into the rock world beautifully. Despite the tragedy the band has suffered over the years, this book showcases not only the loyalty of the Deadheads but the love for the band and their music. With the final Grateful Dead shows nearing, this is a must read book and author Linda Kelly does a remarkable job of combining all of these awesome first hand accounts of the Deadheads. Pick up your copy of Deadheads: Stores from Fellow Artists, Friends & Followers of the Grateful Dead now!