As time warps around the Grateful Dead, the audience was a potpourri of the young and the old, proving yet again that their music is a timeless charm, traversing generations.Īs the band walked on stage, the atmosphere was electric, with fans old and young alike belting out the first lines of the Sam Cooke classic, 'Let the Good Times Roll.' This chorus was symbolic of the night to come, a night that etched a memory that will last a lifetime for every single soul in that packed stadium.įollowing the opening number, Bob Weir stepped up with 'Truckin',' a tune so famous that even those with a passing acquaintance with the band would recognize its iconic line, "What a long strange trip it's been." The jam then beautifully segued into Howlin' Wolf's 'Smokestack Lightning,' another bluesy gem that the Grateful Dead has always made their own. The air at Folsom Field was crackling with anticipation as the stadium filled to the brim, a sight unprecedented in the six-year history of the band playing there. Indeed, Shakedown Street remains a vital artery in the heart of the scene, where the uninitiated and the old-timers converge, united by their shared love for this iconic band. And yes, the notorious nitrous tanks were aplenty, the nonchalant local police choosing to let sleeping dogs lie and the Deadheads to roam free.
The eclectic array of trinkets, t-shirts, and other Deadhead paraphernalia shared space with mouth-watering food stalls and Sammy Smith Beers. This trio of shows not only marks the band's last performances at the venue but is also the final whistle-stop on their grand farewell tour.Īs the sun set on Shakedown Street, now relocated to Boulder High School fields, the vibrant market sprung to life. On July 1st, 2023, Dead and Company unfurled their cosmic tapestry for the first of three nights in a location steeped in a deep and abiding love for the Grateful Dead.
A day and a night, full of unforgettable moments and classic tunes, came to life at the hallowed ground of Folsom Field.
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