Bob Weir

Robert Hall "Bob" Weir (October 16, 1947 – May 16, 2023) was an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is known for creating the band Grateful Dead.

Bob Weir
Bob Weir performing in 2007
Bob Weir performing in 2007
Background information
Birth nameRobert Hall Weir
Born(1947-10-16)October 16, 1947
San Francisco, California, United States
DiedMay 16, 2023(2023-05-16) (aged 75)
GenresPsychedelic rock, rock
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
InstrumentsVocals, guitar,
Years active1963–2023
LabelsWarner Bros., Arista, Grateful Dead
Websitebobweir.net

Weir was born in San Francisco, California. He studied at Menlo Atherton High School.[1]

References

  1. McNally, Dennis. A Long Strange Trip: The Inside History of the Grateful Dead. New York: Broadway Books, 2002. ISBN 0-7679-1185-7

Other websites

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