"Thankful Dead" ft. Bigfoot County and Sisters & Brothers

About Bigfoot County:

Bigfoot County is a group of 7 musicians paying tribute to the Grateful Dead one show at a time. Bigfoot County was formed in 2010 when a group of friends, who share a love for the music of The Grateful Dead, got together in drummer Sam Navarre's basement to jam. Since then, they have become a critically acclaimed live act playing to packed houses every show : Bigfoot County has developed a following that often leaves standing (or dancing) room only. With their authenticity and true admiration for the Dead, the band has found a niche in the growing musical community. Since 2010 Bigfoot County has graced some of the finest stages and festivals in the South East. They call central Virginia home and can be seen regularly in the Charlottesville, Lynchburg and the Roanoke areas. 
Over the past seven plus years the band has evolved and taken on different incarnations, always staying true to the spirit of the Grateful Dead's music, as well as adding their own spin on the improvisational aspect of the grateful Dead songbook. Their main goal is to scratch the itch that so many Deadheads feel on a regular basis, providing a place for fun, fellowship and grooving out with kindred spirits.

About Sisters & Brothers:
Sisters & Brothers is a collection of polished, driven, and adventurous musicians focused on creating the musically unique experience found within the catalogue of the Jerry Garcia Band. Creating excitedly smooth grooves and rhythmic sensation, the band cruises through classic JGB material with the genuine feeling for the music that famously defined Jerry Garcia and the spirit that he brought aside from The Grateful Dead. Their ability to touch upon the deepest emotion brings in many to experience what we've come to know as "Psychadelic Church

About Mama Tried:

Mama Tried is a 5-piece band from Charlottesville, Va., with Susan Munson on guitar and vocals, Charlie Pastorfield on guitar and vocals, Stuart Holme on bass, Kent Raine on drums, and Sam Johnston on keys, vocals and harmonica. These five play high-energy versions of early Grateful Dead songs, plus their own impressive material, with a heavy accent on improvisation. Even though their name is taken from a Merle Haggard tune, they are definitely a “jam band," with the ability to go out exploring while remaining cohesive, then get back smoothly to the original song, and make it all sound good. Members in Mama Tried also perform with some of Charlottesville's favorite bands, including Alligator, Mojo Pie, The Cows, and the Skip Castro Band. These seasoned musicians will not disappoint!