Dead to the World began life on KPFA as the Grateful Dead Hour. When host David Gans was offered a second hour in 1995, he agreed on the condition that he be allowed to play non-Dead music as well. "No problem," said the management, and so Dead to the World was born.
The general scheme of the show is Grateful Dead and Dead-related music in the first hour, followed by an eclectic mix of music that focuses on great songwriting – usually in the general realms of "folk," "Americana," and "jamband" music. But anything can happen! We are privileged to be able to present live performances from the control room or the Performance studio (with special thanks to Tony Ferro, our volunteer engineer, who makes it sound great on the air and in the studio).
When David is on the road, you'll almost always hear Tim Lynch guest-hosting the show. "Tim's tastes in music are similar to mine, but different enough that I feel the listeners are very well served," says David.
Live on KPFA at 08:00 PM Pacific Time: Wednesdays
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I love Wednesday nights with David. This is the only station I know of that has a time slot reserved specifically for jam band music. Live at the Powerhouse is a great DVD as well. Jam band music is my favorite way to let loose, relax and do a little dancing. Dead to the World sounds incredible on my outdoor speakers while grilling out. It takes me back to my college days.
I just happened to be coming home on a long road trip when this show came on, and I felt really lucky to catch this! Especially the very ending with 'Throwing Stones' when they were singin 'ashes ashes all fall down' wow that was awesome
steve
Hey friend thanks for sharing some words about David. After reading this i came to know as he is great performer. His work is really impressive. I liked it. Anyways thanks for sharing.
its always c00l wherever i am to go to sleep with the Dead Hour on, its just freakishly rare for me to find it but i do have a coupla locations that are staked out- stay wierd space fans love and kisses
Well, I wouldn't have known had I not abandoned my local independent station to listen to KPFA's music shows. I will be looking for Carolyn Wonderland in my local record store. Send her on down to Charleston, SC. We have a great music scene.
since you'V plaYed 'Althea' my injuries feel better... got any more Pinole "hours" re-play...
the peace-Warrior,
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