Phil Lesh & Friends is a rotating musical collective led by Grateful Dead cofounder and bassist Phil Lesh. Formed in the late 1990s, the project brings together accomplished musicians from the jam, rock, and improvisational scenes to reinterpret Grateful Dead classics alongside original material and covers. Known for exploratory setlists, deep improvisation, and constantly changing lineups, Phil Lesh & Friends celebrates musical collaboration and freedom, extending the Grateful Dead’s improvisational spirit while creating fresh, unpredictable live experiences for devoted fans.





