Welcome to Random Dead, an endless musical journey into the Grateful Dead's rich history. This labor of love offers thousands of live performances spanning three decades of musical innovation and community. Each visit unveils a new chance to discover a magical moment from the band's legacy.
The Music
All performances are streamed directly from Archive.org's Grateful Dead collection. We are deeply grateful to the Internet Archive for preserving and freely sharing this invaluable piece of musical history.
Support the Legacy
The Grateful Dead's spirit lives on through these remarkable organizations. Consider supporting their work:
Internet Archive
The digital library that makes this project possible. Your support helps preserve and share not only Grateful Dead recordings but also countless other cultural treasures for future generations.
Rex Foundation
Founded by the Grateful Dead in 1983, the Rex Foundation continues the band's philanthropic vision by supporting innovative projects in the arts, sciences, and education. They have awarded millions in grants to hundreds of grassroots organizations worldwide.
Jerry Garcia Foundation
Carrying forward Jerry's creative spirit through support of artistic, environmental, and humanitarian causes. From youth art programs to disaster relief and environmental conservation, the foundation fosters community through creativity and compassion.
Gratitude
This project is made possible by the Grateful Dead's groundbreaking decision to allow and encourage live recording. It also owes its existence to the dedicated tapers who captured these magical moments, the Internet Archive's unwavering commitment to digital preservation, and the global community of Deadheads who passionately share the music and the love.