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🎶 “The shoe is on the hand it fits, there's really nothing much to it.”

~ Touch of Grey, first performed live by the Grateful Dead in 1982 and became their only top 10 hit single. Written by Jerry Garcia and lyricist Robert Hunter, the song is a resilient anthem about enduring life’s ups and downs with a touch of optimism. The song was the opener at Soldier Field, Chicago July 9, 1995 - The Grateful Dead's last show with Jerry Garcia.

🌀 The Wheel Keeps Turning: 6 Stops on a 60-Year Trip

One decade-defining moment from each era of the Grateful Dead’s long, strange journey. From the Acid Tests to stadium singalongs, the Dead have reinvented themselves again and again over six decades. As we gather to celebrate the 60th anniversary at Golden Gate Park, we take a look back at one defining moment from each decade that shaped the music, the movement, and the magic.

🌹 The music never stopped—see how the story unfolds decade by decade...​

🚐 Headed to San Francisco: Grateful Dead 60th Anniversary

The bus is rolling toward San Francisco… As the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary fills Golden Gate Park with song, we’re setting out on our own little pilgrimage through the city. We’ve mapped out a walking tour of sacred Deadhead landmarks, with handpicked songs to guide each step. We will also have our cool post cards to share along the walking tour so come find us!

Here is one of the limited edition postcards we made for the occasion—free to download and share. And if the rhythm feels right, maybe we’ll cross paths at one of the stops. ✨

🎨 Art Spotlight: Touch Of Grey - Standing On The Moon

Beneath a moonlit sky, where dreams and echoes collide, artist Todd Slater paints Jerry Garcia’s spirit in gold and flame. This rare print hums with the heartbeat of “Touch of Grey,” a visual hymn to survival’s grace and the endless dance of light and shadow. Signed, shimmering, a beacon for the wandering soul.

​[See more from the artist - Todd Slater ->​

🎵 - Weekend Playlist

Our playlist for this issue flows through the decades, echoing the wild, wonderful arc of the Dead’s story: from acid-drenched garage jams to soulful ballads, from reinvention to reunion. It’s a soundtrack of shifting eras, changing lineups, and the constant pulse of something that never really ended—just kept rolling forward. Hit play, and take the trip.​

A Playlist of the Dead’s Ever-Changing Story

🌊 Ripple Moment: Acts of Love ~ Celebrating Kindness

Whether you're dancing in the crowd or tuning in from home, love lives in all of us.

🎶 In honor of 60 years of the Grateful Dead, we invite you to start a ripple of kindness-right where you are

🌀 Pass it on: After your act of love, invite one person to do the same. Tell them it’s for the ripple. For the love. For 60 years of community. NFA 🌹🌻

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Can't wait to see everyone in San Francisco!

More soon. Stay kind...

Todd & Michelle

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💌 Got a Story to Share?

We want your tales from the trail! Whether it’s a recipe from Shakedown Street, a memory from the lot, your all-time favorite show, or just a lyric that’s stayed with you—we’d love to hear it. China Cat Chat is for Deadheads, by Deadheads, and your voice makes this community what it is.

We’re also always looking for folks to interview in upcoming issues. If the music has touched your life in a special way, or you’ve got a perspective to share, drop us a line!

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