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Furthur Festival 1998

The Furthur Festival 1998 was part of a series of music festivals organized in the wake of Jerry Garcia’s passing, aiming to continue the legacy of the Grateful Dead through live performances by surviving band members and associated acts. This particular edition of the festival was notable for featuring The Other Ones, a band formed by former Grateful Dead members including Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart, and Bill Kreutzmann, along with other musicians like Bruce Hornsby, Steve Kimock, and Mark Karan​ (Wikipedia)​​ (Setlist.fm)​.

Tour Dates and Venues

The 1998 Furthur Festival took place across various venues in the United States during the summer. Notable dates included:

• July 13, 1998: Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, Michigan
• July 16, 1998: New World Music Theatre in Tinley Park, Illinois​ (Concert Archives)​​ (Grateful Dead)​.

Lineup and Performances

The festival featured a diverse lineup of acts, but the highlight was always The Other Ones, who played extended sets that included both Grateful Dead classics and new material. The setlists often featured improvisational jams, staying true to the Grateful Dead’s tradition of live performance

Historical Context

The Furthur Festival was an important event for Deadheads, as it represented the continuation of the Grateful Dead’s spirit and music after the death of Jerry Garcia in 1995. These festivals were a way for fans to come together and celebrate the music that had been a significant part of their lives. The 1998 festival built on the success of the previous years, creating a space for both nostalgia and new musical explorations​

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