Playing Dead

Playing Dead, originating from New England, is a Grateful Dead tribute band known for faithfully recreating the live concert experience. Featuring former members of Dark Star Orchestra, Slipknot!, and Uncle John's Band, they deliver marathon sets spanning the Grateful Dead's catalog. Their musical style blends rock, blues, jazz, folk, and bluegrass, characterized by improvisational jams and unique setlists, delighting audiences for decades.