On the Bus mentioned in MSN Today Show article "Jerry Garcia's Long Strange Trip Rolls On" written by Tony Sclafani. (full text) There are also “more Grateful Dead cover bands in the Bay Area then there were back when Jerry was alive,” said Gans, who as a performer covers Garcia tunes. The Grateful Dead tribute band the Dark Star Orchestra regularly tours nationally, while groups like On the Bus and Uncle John’s Band keep Garcia’s music alive in various regions of the country.
On the Bus is proud to be a part of the Rex Foundation, and will contribute a portion of each ticket sold to the Rex Foundation. The Rex Foundation was established in 1983 by members of the Grateful Dead and friends as a non-profit charitable organization to further their tradition of generosity and compassion. www.rexfoundation.org
On The Bus is a kind East Coast Grateful Dead tribute band, known for its faithful recreation of the music, vibe and experience of a Dead show. On The Bus is not just a tribute to the Dead, but to the entire community that spawned a multi-generational genre that artfully blends the essential elements of rock, blues, jazz, funk, country, bluegrass, and gospel.
Founded in 2002, On The Bus has performed with John Kadlecik, Tom Constanten, Vince Welnick, Jefferson Starship, Cornmeal, Ekoostic Hookah, and many other talented musicians and bands.
"I had a VW bus with a four by four as the back bumper. I came out of a Greek Show that was a particularly good show. I had done some fungi that were still very strong and I was bopping along thinking how great Jerry was and how my reality was being rippled and waved as I walked into the warm, eucalyptus night and all I could hear was Jerry's guitar and it...was...rippin!! (in my head). "
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Just as symphony orchestras pay tribute to classical composers, Grateful Dead tribute bands around the globe help keep the spirit, vibe and community of the Dead alive and thriving... On the Bus has been paying tribute to the Dead since 2002 playing festivals, clubs, parties, benefits and weddings in DC, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Furthur! ~ On the Bus ~ Grateful Dead done right! All Rights Reserved ~ Copyright 2011 (~);}
