January 9th is one of the few days when the boys did not play a show in any year. The other dates are January 19, February 29, December 25, and, incredibly, August 9. Without a show to highlight for you, we point you to one of our favorite runs and - maybe best of all - an incredible 2-hour segment with Jerry and Phil spinning records and chatting with Tom "Big Daddy" Donahue on KMPX back in 1967. Check it all out at Grateful Dead of the Day.
Happy birthday to Joan Baez. She played with the Grateful Dead on three separate occasions, recorded an unreleased album with them, and dated Mickey for a few years. To celebrate her birthday, read all about Joan Baez and her history with the Grateful Dead.
January 9th Shows and Recordings:
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Until tomorrow, spread the love and enjoy the music!