Psychedelic Rock
Musicians pay tribute to Grateful Dead's Bob Weir after his death at 78
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Following the January 2026 death of Grateful Dead co-founder and guitarist Bob Weir at age 78, the music world has shared an outpouring of tributes highlighting his kindness, innovative style, and lasting influence. Artists who collaborated with Weir recounted personal stories from his final performances at the band's 60th anniversary shows in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park in August 2025.
Joseph Byrd, the composer and leader of the influential psychedelic rock band The United States of America, has died at the age of 87. He passed away suddenly on November 2 at his home in Medford, Oregon, with no cause of death provided. Byrd's innovative work blending electronics and avant-garde elements with rock music left a lasting impact on the genre.