Music Tribute
John Mayer pays tribute to Bob Weir at San Francisco memorial
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Thousands gathered in San Francisco on January 17, 2026, to celebrate the life of Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, who died earlier that month at age 78. John Mayer, Weir's bandmate in Dead & Company, delivered a moving eulogy and performed a cover of the Grateful Dead's 'Ripple.' The event featured tributes from family, friends, and fellow musicians, emphasizing Weir's lasting impact on music and community.
Nearly a year after Billy Joel retired from touring due to normal pressure hydrocephalus, daughter Alexa Ray Joel reported strong progress from physical therapy and diet. He recently attended a tribute concert at Carnegie Hall.
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Following the death of Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, John Mayer has launched a weekly SiriusXM series called Grateful Dead Listening Party. Airing Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on the Life with John Mayer channel and debuting March 8, the two-hour episodes feature Mayer's favorite Grateful Dead and Dead & Company tracks with his commentary, aiming to unite grieving fans.