![]() There’s a reason Jerry referred to Melvin as the “master of the universe.” He is a deep dude with a lot of intensity, which flows throughout the band. Q: What was it like touring with Melvin Seals and JGB?Ī: I toured with them from summer 2016 to summer 2019. They build replicas of Jerry’s guitars, and my SF Rosebud has been my go-to since it was delivered to me in May 2019 at the Warfield Theater in San Francisco. I keep circling back to replica Scarlet Fire Guitars out of Dallas, Texas. ![]() As part of the experience of each show, we bring out key components of the collection to each show. I started collecting by building an arsenal of GD-themed equipment. His Wolf and Martin D28 are my two favorites. Q: Is it true that you hold the record for playing the most Jerry Garcia guitars?Ī: Yeah, I’ve been blessed enough to play 13 of Jerry’s guitars so far. Last year put it in check what our music truly means to us. Q: What is it like playing for a live audience again after so long?Ī: It’s always been amazing to do this in front of an audience, but after playing to a computer for the better part of a year and now to be back in front of live audiences again … we won’t take it for granted and will continue to play like our lives depend on it, maybe more than ever. Q: I heard you began listening to the Grateful Dead at age 4, taught yourself to play guitar at age 12 and promptly learned “Ripple” as your first song. Here is an excerpt of the conversation: Article By Victoria Chertok, Brattleboro Reformer Correspondent Nov 22, 2021 The Reformer recently spoke with Nugent over the phone to hear all about the Grateful Dead songbook, playing Jerry Garcia’s guitars and what Vermont means to him. The Zach Nugent Band includes: Nugent on guitar and vocals Josh Weinstein on bass/vocals Cotter Ellis on drums Joe Agnello on guitar/vocals and Josh Dobbs on keys. He has had the pleasure of playing 13 of Jerry's guitars and has recorded an album with The Wolf. Zach is holding Jerrry Garcia's orignal Alligator Guitar in the photo above. Get your tickets now and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind experience that will ignite your soul and create memories to last a lifetime. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of Jerry Garcia's enduring legacy. From the cosmic explorations of "Dark Star" to the uplifting anthems of "Sugar Magnolia," every song is delivered with unwavering authenticity and a contagious enthusiasm that will leave you dancing and singing along all night long. The band's tight-knit chemistry and unwavering dedication ensure that every note resonates with the same magic that made the Grateful Dead legendary.Įxperience a musical journey like no other as Dead Set transports you through the ethereal realms of the Dead's extensive catalog. Nugent's virtuosic guitar work captures Garcia's essence, enchanting audiences with spellbinding solos and breathtaking improvisations. Led by the incomparable Zach Nugent, Dead Set's uncanny ability to channel the spirit of Jerry Garcia is nothing short of astounding. Dead Set is more than just a cover band they are an extraordinary ensemble that brings the Grateful Dead's timeless music to life with remarkable precision and passion.
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