Joe Russo's Almost Dead, featuring Marco Benevento, Dave Dreiwitz, Tom Hamilton, Scott Metzger, and Joe Russo, reimagines the Grateful Dead with fearless energy and adventurous jams. The quintet delivers tight, dynamic performances of the Dead’s most complex songs, blending raw spirit with modern improvisation. Russo’s drumming drives the intensity, Metzger’s versatile guitar adapts to every jam, Hamilton’s vocals and leads add edge, Benevento layers rich keyboards, and Dreiwitz’s presence electrifies the stage. Each show is a thrilling celebration of musicianship, improvisation, and the enduring legacy of the Grateful Dead, captivating fans old and new alike.
