Jerry Garcia, the lead guitarist, singer, and alleged leader of the Grateful Dead, became an icon of the 60s youth movement. It was well-known that Jerry was a huge fan, and probably considered himself a player, of old-time American music from mountain fiddle and banjo music to English ballads, to jug band music to bluegrass and blues, and more. On the "Shady Grove" recordings, one can hear that Jerry had a deep commitment, respect, and love for this traditional American mu...
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