Spies of the World
Celebrating the music of The Grateful Dead
FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026 | 8:00 PM
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From the production team behind Think Floyd USA comes SPIES OF THE WORLD – A GRATEFUL DEAD EXPERIENCE, a high-energy, full-production live concert celebrating the music, spirit, and legacy of the Grateful Dead.
Featuring elite musicians from across the country—with over 150 years of combined professional experience and more than 1,000 Grateful Dead concerts attended—Spies of the World delivers an authentic, improvisational experience that Deadheads and live-music lovers alike won’t want to miss. Expect deep grooves, soaring jams, and faithful interpretations that honor the band’s timeless catalog while keeping every show fresh and alive.
The band includes respected session musicians who have worked with or performed alongside The Schwag, the Jerry Garcia Band, Dwight Yoakam, Dickey & Duane Betts, Jefferson Airplane, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Greg Kihn, and more.
Led by co-founders Mike Speiser and Jon Buschner on guitars and vocals, with Jeremy Scott and Mark Worthley on drums and percussion, Kyle Strong on keyboards, Pocock on bass, and Nicky Von Kondrat on vocals, Spies of the World delivers a true Grateful Dead experience. Let the music never stop.
Recommended: 12+
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