Selvin, Joel
Fare Thee Well
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306903052
- author:
- Selvin, Joel
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Da Capo Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 23.8 x 15.4 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Composers & Musicians, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Grateful Dead's Long, Strange Trip Takes a Final Chapter. Following Jerry Garcia's sudden passing in 1995, the surviving members of the iconic band were left to navigate their shared legacy. As they struggled with conflicting agendas and strained relationships, the Grateful Dead teetered on the brink of collapse. Acclaimed music journalist Joel Selvin offers a behind-the-scenes account of this tumultuous period, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the band's inner workings. From the early days of restructuring to the eventual reunion for the 50th anniversary celebration, Fare Thee Well chronicles the Grateful Dead's arduous journey towards healing and closure. With unprecedented access to the key players involved, Selvin provides a detailed and intimate look at the band's final years, shedding new light on one of music's most enduring stories. Hardcover, 288 pages.