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Almost Dead delivers high-energy, guitar-driven improvisation rooted in Grateful Dead classics, reimagined for modern audiences. Formed in 2013 in Brooklyn by Joe Russo, the project has grown into a touring powerhouse that combines tight rhythm sections with expansive jams. The current lineup — Joe Russo, Dave Dreiwitz, Marco Benevento, Scott Metzger, and Tom Hamilton — brings together a spectrum of experience from psychedelic rock to expansive funk grooves. Whether you’re a long-time Deadhead or a new listener, Almost Dead offers a live experience that’s both familiar and fresh.

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Explore the band’s history, discography highlights, and an upcoming tour schedule that showcases intimate clubs to iconic venues. Secure your seats with us for a night of fearless improvisation and masterful musicianship.

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Biography and live performance details, including background on the Brooklyn origins and the evolution of JRAD, are complemented by an emphasis on the band’s 2025 tour highlights. We’ve included official social channels to help you stay connected, plus direct links to the artist’s and venue pages for the most up-to-date information. If you’re planning a trip to a show, check nearby venues for accessibility and nearby amenities. We’ve got you covered with dependable ticket access, clear event dates, and straightforward purchasing—no fuss, just great seats to a legendary live experience.

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For fans and newcomers alike, Almost Dead remains a premier example of live jam rock with the telltale energy of Grateful Dead history and a modern, dynamic sound that continues to draw crowds across the country.

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  • Genre: Rock, jam rock; primary activity: live Grateful Dead covers with extended improvisation
  • Origin: Brooklyn, New York; formed in 2013 by Joe Russo
  • Current lineup (as of 2025): Joe Russo, Dave Dreiwitz, Marco Benevento, Scott Metzger, Tom Hamilton
  • Notable achievement: Rolling Stone-recognized JRAD’s 2018 Peach Music Festival performance as a “Best Scene-Stealer”
  • 2025 tour highlights include Capitol Theatre (Port Chester, NY) Jan 17–19; Virginia Beach, VA; Asbury Park, NJ; New Haven, CT shows in May; The Met Philadelphia (Nov 14, 2025) and The Anthem (Washington, DC) shows in November
  • Social media: active on Instagram (@joerussosalmostdead) and has a fan/official presence via almost-dead.net; official site commonly referenced as joerussosalmostdead.com

Biography and live performance details, including background on the Brooklyn origins and the evolution of JRAD, are complemented by an emphasis on the band’s 2025 tour highlights. We’ve included official social channels to help you stay connected, plus direct links to the artist’s and venue pages for the most up-to-date information. If you’re planning a trip to a show, check nearby venues for accessibility and nearby amenities. We’ve got you covered with dependable ticket access, clear event dates, and straightforward purchasing—no fuss, just great seats to a legendary live experience.

For fans and newcomers alike, Almost Dead remains a premier example of live jam rock with the telltale energy of Grateful Dead history and a modern, dynamic sound that continues to draw crowds across the country.

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