New Riders of the Purple Sage September 10, 2011

Having originally featured most of the members of the Grateful Dead, The New Riders of the Purple Sage still brings honor to psychedelic country/rock, a genre they helped create. Reformed in 2005 and now fronted by guitarist and singer David Nelson, the band features pedal steel player Buddy Cage, guitarist and latter-day Hot Tuna sideman Michael Falzarano, bassist Ronnie Penque, and drummer Johnny Markowski. Musically, the new band's tight, rambling jamming style is in itself a tribute to the late John Dawson, a founding member of the band. As it says on their website, “His songs inspired us in so many ways. His energy, passion and commitment to the New Riders brought us all so much joy over the years. We can all be thankful that his music and legacy will live on forever.”

New Riders of The Purple Sage Return!!