Jerome John "Jerry" Garcia (August 1, 1942 – August 9, 1995) was an American musician best known for his lead guitar work, singing and songwriting with the band the Grateful Dead. Though he disavowed the role, Garcia was viewed by many as the leader or "spokesman" of the group.
One of its founders, Garcia performed with the Grateful Dead for their entire three-decade career (1965–1995). Garcia also founded and participated in a variety of side pr...
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Date of birth:
- Aug 1, 1942
Date of death:
- Aug 9, 1995 (age 53 years)
Place of birth:
Place Musical Career Began:
Musical Genres:
- Folk rock ,
- Bluegrass ,
- Psychedelic rock ,
- Rock music ,
- Rhythm and blues ,
- Soul music ,
- Country rock ,
- Jam band ,
- Blues-rock ,
- Jazz
Also known as:
- Jerry García,
- Jerome John Garcia,
- Garcia, Jerry
