The live experience
What reaches the room
Shakedown Street is one of Colorado’s most enduring Grateful Dead tribute acts, born from jam sessions at the Ancient Mariner in Manitou Springs in 1987. Known for their improvisational prowess and an atmosphere that echoes the Dead era, they blend Americana, folk, blues, jazz, and rock to create a live experience that feels both familiar and fresh. Over decades, Shakedown Street has become a staple on the Rocky Mountain live music circuit, bringing Dead-inspired vibes to iconic Colorado venues and festival stages.