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The Grateful Dead are one of the most iconic and influential bands of the counterculture era, known for their extended jams, psychedelic sound, and dedicated fanbase.
From the blues-inspired rock of Truckin' to the folky balladry of Ripple, The Grateful Dead's music continues to be beloved by fans and played at Deadhead gatherings around the world. In this quiz, you'll get to test your knowledge of The Grateful Dead, their music, and their place in the history of counterculture and jam bands.
What was the real name of Grateful Dead's lead guitarist, Jerry Garcia?
Jerome John Garcia
Jerome John Grateful
Jerome John Dead
Jerome John Band
In what year did Grateful Dead first perform as the Warlocks?
1966
1965
1967
1968
What was the original name of the song Truckin'?
Truckin' On
Truckin' Down
Truckin' Up
Truckin' Along
Who wrote the lyrics for Uncle John's Band?
Jerry Garcia
Bob Weir
Phil Lesh
Robert Hunter
Who was the drummer for Grateful Dead from 1967 to 1971?
Mickey Hart
Bill Kreutzmann
Tom Constanten
Keith Godchaux
What is the title of Grateful Dead's first studio album?
Anthem of the Sun
Aoxomoxoa
Live/Dead
The Grateful Dead
Who was the keyboardist for Grateful Dead from 1979 to 1990?
Brent Mydland
Vince Welnick
Bruce Hornsby
Keith Godchaux
In what year did Grateful Dead perform at the famous Woodstock Festival?
1969
1970
1971
1972
What was the title of Grateful Dead's 1987 album that was recorded in one take?
In the Dark
Built to Last
Without a Net
From the Mars Hotel
Who was the lyricist for the song Ripple?
Jerry Garcia
Bob Weir
Phil Lesh
Robert Hunter
What was the original name of the song Casey Jones?
Jonesy's Casey
Jonesy's Train
Casey's Jones
Casey's Train
Who was the backup singer for Grateful Dead from 1979 to 1995?
Donna Jean Godchaux
Barbara Meier
Grace Slick
Janis Joplin
What was the title of Grateful Dead's 1971 live album that was recorded at the Fillmore East?
Grateful Dead
Europe '72
Skull and Roses
Grateful Dead (Skull and Roses)
Who was the keyboardist for Grateful Dead from 1970 to 1979?
Brent Mydland
Vince Welnick
Bruce Hornsby
Keith Godchaux
What was the title of the Grateful Dead's final studio album, released in 1989?
Built to Last
Without a Net
In the Dark
From the Mars Hotel
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