The Grateful Dead was an American rock band formed in 1965, known for its eclectic blend of rock, folk, blues, and psychedelia. Led by Jerry Garcia, the band became famous for its improvisational live performances and devoted fan community, the Deadheads. With its free-spirited ethos and timeless songs like “Truckin’” and “Ripple,” the Grateful Dead became a symbol of creativity, community, and counterculture.
