There have been so many great tributes to Bobby in the past few days, each speaking to what he meant to all of us and why who he was will continue to matter for eternity. For me, it was his eternal optimism. He was a searcher, always pushing for a better sound, the perfect lyric, and a better world. He was relentless in his desire to improve not only himself but also the world around him. He has set a high bar for all of us.
He was a believer in community, and he and his bandmates took great care to maintain the precious world around the Grateful Dead. He was also passionate about making lasting, positive social impacts. Whether it was protecting the Rainforest or getting out the vote, he would make sure to use his voice to amplify those who were not being heard. For him, speaking out and standing up for issues that mattered to him were as essential as the air that he breathed.
ย Bobby was also a founder and board member of the Rex Foundation. We are committed to continuing his vision of supporting the small non-profits that make social change possible.
And here we are, feeling adrift with his departure, a feeling we have felt before and will feel again. However, with this turn of events, it feels even more solemn. Who will sing the songs that have carried us so far? He knew that, in time, the torch would be passed, and he was hopeful and confident that his lifeโs work would endure in the hands of current musicians and future generations yet to be born. If we all put our hearts and minds into it, it should not be too difficult to manifest. It is the least we can do to thank him for a job well done!
We celebrate the rich, full life Bobby shared with us, and we are all better for it. We grieve his departure from this physical plane we call Earth. Please join us in sending our love to his wife, Natascha, and their two daughters, Monet and Chloe.
Wheel to the storm and fly -
Cameron
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โก๏ธTickets for ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐: ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ & ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐ are on sale now. Join us at the Greek in Berkeley, CA July 31 & August 1st!
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@apeconcerts | @melvinsealsandjgb w/ @jazzmafiamusic | @peterrowanmusic & | @samgrismanproject | @greekberkeley
Join us in wishing our favorite clown, Wavy Gravy the happiest of birthdays! ๐คก
If you donโt have plans this weekend, make sure to head to The Masonic in San Francisco tomorrow night to celebrate the man himself and the incredible work of the SEVA Foundation. An amazing lineup and an amazing cause ๐
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Night one of Unlimited Devotion this past weekend with Oteil & Friends โค๏ธโก๏ธ
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It was so great to come back to the Ardmore! Itโs been a while since Oteil & Friends hit the stage and it sure felt good again. I had a great Philly Cheesesteak and now am eating salad! When in Rome!
Thanks so much to The Ardmore Music Hall for Unlimited Devotion and the great work they do for the Rex Foundation ๐
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โก๏ธDark Star Orchestra is thrilled to announce their return to the @greekberkeley in Berkeley, CA, for a special two-night stand on July 31 and August 1 as THE MUSIC NEVER STOPS: A REX FOUNDATION BENEFIT & TRIBUTE TO BOB WEIR. This highly anticipated run will feature a powerhouse lineup that will celebrate the Grateful Deadโs extended family and enduring legacy.
On Friday, July 31, @melvinsealsandjgb ft. @jazzmafiamusic will be on board as special guests ahead of a full, two-set Dark Star Orchestra show.
Saturday, August 1 will feature Dark Star Orchestra performing the 8/1/73 Roosevelt Stadium show in its entirety after @peterrowanmusic & @samgrismanproject treat fans to an opening set of music from Old & In The Way.
๐นProceeds from the weekend will support the @rexfoundation , the nonprofit founded in 1983 by members of the Grateful Dead. For more than four decades, the foundation has funded grassroots organizations in the arts, education, environmental initiatives, and social justice - reflecting the bandโs longstanding commitment to community and giving back.
๐๏ธ Artist presale begins Wednesday, April 29 at 10am PT. **Sign up for a code on DSOโs website. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, May 1 at 10am PT.
We are thrilled to introduce another 2025 Rex Foundation grantee, On The Record (@homewoodarts )!
This incredible project pays tribute to Steve Albiniโs vision of Electrical Audio as a communal space in the Chicago music scene, uniting musicians of all ages and backgrounds.
On The Recordโs mission aligns beautifully with the Rex Foundationโs commitment to empowering students to discover the boundless potential that music has to offer.
We are so proud to celebrate this work and the community it continues to inspire. ๐ธโจ๐น
Grantee Highlight ๐
Meet Zen Peacemakers, an interfaith community on a mission to realize our oneness and relieve suffering through contemplative social action. Guided by their Three Tenets: Not-Knowing, Bearing Witness, and Loving Actions, they bring together people from all walks of life and spiritual traditions, united by a shared commitment to peace and interconnectedness.
We are proud to support the meaningful work they do in the world. ๐
Thrilled to spotlight another 2025 grantee, Roots of American Music! ๐ค ๐ถ Through live blues, jazz, folk, gospel, and more, they bring music education and performance to K-12 students, seniors, and underserved communities across Northeast Ohio. Learn more at rootsofamericanmusic.org
