Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead whose death at 78 was announced on Saturday, was a grounding force in a band known for its wanderings. As a rhythm guitarist, he could be an anchor or a provocateur nudging between Jerry Garcia’s lead lines and Phil Lesh’s bass. As a writer, he had credits on some of the band’s most-favored live songs, like “Sugar Magnolia.” As a vocalist, he sang “Truckin’,” harmonizing with Garcia on one of the group’s most quoted lyrics: “What a long, strange trip it’s been.”
Here’s a look back at his own journey. Listen along as you read.
Marc Tracy is a Times reporter covering arts and culture. He is based in New York.
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