Grateful Dead tour news and recording rumors. The Dead were the fourth highest-grossing touring act in 1988, performing before 1,198,000 fans. Out of over 70 shows in 1998, 62 were sold out. Iconic poster artist Rick Griffin shares his inspiration for the recently released “Dylan and the Dead” album cover artwork.
Correspondent: J.C. Juanis.
Photos: Jay Blakesberg, Ron Delany, Gene Anthony.
Video Light Show: 1988 LumiVision, Peter Rabinowitz.
Originally aired on Dead Head TV episode 009 – January 1989.
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