Remembering Jerry Garcia on the 29th Anniversary of his death

Remembering Jerry Garcia, 29 Years Later

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It has been exactly 29 long years since Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia died in Forest Knolls on August 9, 1995 at the age of 53. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.

Today, fans of Jerry Garcia along with the rest of the music world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Garcia, a cultural icon

Born Jerome John Garcia in San Francisco on August 1, 1942, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Garcia was not just a great musician, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique musical heritage.

It's been 29 years since the tragic loss of Jerry Garcia and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Jerry Garcia is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Jerry Garcia.

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