The Grateful Deadwas an American psychedelia-influenced rockband. Formed in 1965 in from the remnants of another band, " Mother McCree's Uptown Jug Champions," the Grateful Dead were known for their unique and eclectic songwriting style—which fused elements of rock, folkmusic, bluegrass, blues, country, and jazz—and for live performances of long modal jams. Some of the band's fans followed the band from concert to concert for years. These "Deadheads" were renowned for their dedication to the band's music. Many followers referred to the band simply as The Dead.
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