Special Edition- Dennis McNally (author, historian, publicist)

In this special edition, Rob talks with the Dead's former publicist and official biographer, Dennis McNally. Hear Dennis talk about how he got turned on to the Dead and his evolution from fan to employee to trusted confidant. Dennis shares great stories about the joys and perils of the job, how he and the band handled their increasing popularity and dealing with the death of Jerry Garcia, both personally and from a business standpoint. Support the show (https://www.themusicplaystheband.net) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/themusicplays) https://paypal.me/themusicplays Grateful Sweats Subtle and Unique Dead Inspired Gear Sarno Music Solutions Producing the finest musical instrument audio gear, designed and hand-built in St. Louis, Missouri Blue Jade Audio Mastering St louis’s primary audio mastering service since 1999 The Authenticity Academy Get in touch with your authentic self. Offering you online courses and private coaching. CLEAN Store Software driven solutions and concierge service for all of your branding and apparel needs https://www.cleanuniform.com/branding-apparel-store/ Part of Pantheon Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices