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Dead & Company: 2023-07-03 Folsom Field, Boulder, CO, USA
Set 1: Bertha(Grateful Dead cover) New Speedway Boogie(Grateful Dead cover) Cold Rain and Snow(Obray Ramsey cover) Jack Straw(Grateful Dead cover) Althea(Grateful Dead cover) Playing in the Band(Bob Weir song) (Followed by weather delay) Set 2: Uncle John's Band(Grateful Dead cover) (Preceded by 'Playing in the Band' continuation) Help on the Way(Grateful Dead cover) (>) Slipknot!(Grateful Dead cover) (>) Franklin's Tower(Grateful Dead cover) (>) He's Gone(Grateful Dead cover) (>) The Other One(Grateful Dead cover) (verse 2) (>) Drums(Grateful Dead cover) (>) Space(Grateful Dead cover) (>) Standing on the Moon(Grateful Dead cover) (>) All Along the Watchtower(Bob Dylan cover) (with Dave Matthews) (Dave on acoustic) (>) Not Fade Away(The Crickets cover) (with Dave Matthews) (Dave on acoustic) E: Knockin' on Heaven's Door(Bob Dylan cover) (with Dave Matthews) (Dave on acoustic) The Weight(The Band cover) (with Dave Matthews) (Dave on acoustic)
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Plot Summary
This is a live concert recording of Dead & Company's performance on July 3, 2023, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. The show captures the band's signature blend of rock, blues, and psychedelic improvisation, featuring beloved Grateful Dead catalog tunes and extended jams. It represents one of the final performances of the band's farewell tour.
Critical Reception
Live concert recordings are typically reviewed by fans and specialized music publications rather than mainstream critics. Fan reception is generally enthusiastic, celebrating the band's musicianship and connection with the audience, especially given the context of it being a farewell tour. Music blogs and fan forums often highlight standout performances and specific song renditions.
What Reviewers Say
Enthusiastic fan reception for a legendary band's final tour.
Appreciation for the extended improvisational jams and classic Grateful Dead songs.
Concert captures the unique atmosphere and energy of a Dead & Company live performance.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Dead & Company concerts, particularly those from their final tour, consistently praise the band's enduring musical chemistry and the electrifying live experience. Fans express deep appreciation for the opportunity to witness these musicians play, often highlighting John Mayer's skillful guitar work and Bob Weir's iconic presence. The concerts are celebrated for fostering a communal and joyous atmosphere, with many attendees noting the nostalgic yet vibrant energy that permeates the venue.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (as this is a live concert recording, not a formally released film or album with typical award consideration).
Fun Fact
Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado, has a long-standing association with the Grateful Dead, having hosted the band for multiple legendary concerts dating back to the 1970s, making this venue a particularly significant and cherished location for Dead & Company's final tour performances.
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