I rode for 60 years then sold my last ride gave the money all of it to seed the homeless Thanksgiving Dinners to thank God for letting me ride all those years without a single road accident.
Weird. I took the cover off my bike just today. Last rode it '97 when my daughter died. Brushing the dirt off, a little voice telling me 'Dad you need to get out more'.
I lost my daughter bout 18 months ago, she used to come on my sportsbike from the age of about 9, miss her so much, riding is about the only thing that clears my head. All the best to you and stay strong.
I didn’t think that there could be a better version of this song than THE BAND’s! But WOW! The Dead coupled with the tribute to Dennis Hopper is so much better than good!! ✌️❤️🎸🎶🇺🇸
@@rushshukla4636 Actually this is the Grateful Dead. Brent years. TGD covered many many bands. The longest cover was Dylan's Baby Blue 66-95. No one is taking anything from The Band. We know who they are. And weir everywhere.
@@rushshukla4636 The Weight was performed about 40 times by the Grateful Dead in the 1990's. It was subsequently performed by The Dead, Furthur, Dead & Company, Ratdog and Phil & Friends. YT. Grateful Dead. The Weight 6/25/93. I didn't know there was even a video. I was at that show. Thanks for taking me down memory lane. Good times.
I am receiving my chemo at the moment (24 hrs continously IV). Life is good and it can be bad sometimes but this song makes the difference. At the end life is beatiful. Even if I die today only because of this song it was worth it.
God bless brother. Just keep your chin up and live love and dream like the pain never even introduced itself to you. That's the best way to defy its efforts against you.
Best soundtrack ever! Apparently my folks took me to the drive inn to see this as a toddler. The music has always resonated. I've watched this with one of my best friends dozens of times. Just fabulous. Beautiful tribute to Dennis Hopper.
This song has been one of the the guide posts in my life of 68 years. The Grateful Dead does a great cover. R.I.P. Levon Helm. A native Arkansasan like myself. Been riding 56 years. Guess I’ll die on my bike. I want to just go into the sunset. Going to ride the forever highway in the sky. What has happened to us. We are in a time of hate and no music. Thankfully we have the past.
@@ivogarza9339 I know I am not the only one out here still riding Bikes at 68, I've seen older than myself even. But I was only 6 years old when I first started riding on a two-wheel motorized scooter, A Homebuilt minibike. The very next year 1962 my Dad traded it in for a brand new 120cc Ducati in which changed everything. For 62 years, I'm still riding with nothing more Then, Love for the Ride. Riding a Harley 1993 FLHS and a 1989 XLH 1200, love 'um both and they'll most likely be last bikes.
I'm so grateful I grew up with such fabulous music. The 60s and 70s was such a wonderful time for music and arts. You could go to a Dead concert and be next to a guy in a business suit on one side, a hippie chick with bells on her toes on the other side. The concert would always be fabulous and the audience was the show. Those were good times. We have nothing like that now. I mostly get my music high at symphony concerts or the opera now, but great art comes in variety. Kids today are really getting cheated. Lip synchronized music is lame. Autotune is a sin against art.
A lot of this was "just inches" before "my time." I caught the Dead in KC (Sandstone), in the early 90's where Bruce Hornsby opened for them, and then stayed to play with them. Honestly, I didn't care much for them, before the show... But, that show... _THAT_ _SHOW_!!! Wow! Just wow. So, so glad I went. One of those moments that truly changed who I was, or, perhaps, changed who I would allow myself to become. It's been a long, wonderously strange trip, and I'm forever grateful to my best friend, Chris, who long ago left this world, for introducing me to so much.
i'm 65 and still growing up with the dead and since 1972, and listen to all kinds of music but the dead always is the my favorite and jerrys' lead picking which i almost got the hang to on my gibosn sg. rock on man, long live the grateful dead.......!
@@ronvalley1973 I'm 61, my father had a cool Uncle and Aunt that were into to Grateful Dead. My cousin, their older son, a Vietnam Veteran, got them into their music. Uncle Tim was a good baritone, used to sing GD songs to my totally square parents, who also like the music, not knowing who made it popular. I suspect if they had more detailed knowledge, they would not have approved. I was a kid didn't know anything about the Dead, until I was in high school, and went to a concert with some older cousins on my mother's side. They were surprised oI knew so many of the lyrics at 15. The music was of the highest quality, and really wholesome. The real show was happening in the audience. I think most people were there for the music. Other elements of the experience were optional. It's what you made of it.
I feel so fortunate to have discovered them at 14 and did whatever I could to catch the 12 shows I got. Also thankful to have found Phish after Jerry died. Worked for me.
Lovely tribute. Dennis Hopper was amazing, as was Levon. So sorry for Robbie Robertson's passing this week. This was a special time that we'll not let be forgotten. My children know the Grateful Dead like their childhood soundtrack. The Dead's influence, along with The Band's and many others from this era, on American music, particular acoustic music, is indelible. We owe them gratitude and recognition. My family will move on to the films (Easy Rider, Apocalypse Now, lots more) as my kids get older. Thanks for sharing!
My wife & I were motivated to watch 'The Band's farewell concert called 'The last Waltz's a farewell along with Robbie Robertson's recent passing at age 80 RIP
I never rode across America on a Harley, but I rode all over Florida on a 91 Sporty1200, came back home, cracked open a few brews and listened to great songs.
thankyou Levon who originally brought this song to life...thankyou Peter and Dennis for being so cool and giving us the film EASY Rider....and special mention to all musicians involved...it`s too bad robbie robertson was so greedy with all the publishing $$$ that came his way...Levon was a gentle soul....greed is not always good or kind....canada
A profoundly influential film that transformed the movie making business. I first saw Easy Ridet at a theatre in Baltimore in 1969. I was blown away!! Still one of my favorite movies after all these years.
This song is good listened to on the way and when you first get there, somewhere in the middle and on the way home. But its best listened to remembering that night.
Nice job! Both bands do this tune justice. The Dead first pulled out this at Nassau Coliseum. Was 3rd row. First 2 notes and I jumped up and screamed in unbridled joy"the fucking weight!" Phil Lesh noticed and gave me a thumbs up 👍🙂
Today I lost a dear friend, Sherwood "Woody Numbers" Spencer. I posted this video in his memory as he loved the Dead, loved Easy Rider, loved Dennis Hopper and loved this song. Thank you for sharing this. #strengthinnumbers
Bester Film. Easy Rider has change my Life. Ich verdanke dem Film eine andere Sichtweise auf die Welt. Hat mich enorm beeinflusst. Einfach großartig dieser Film.
I think this is a fantastic memorial to Dennis Hopper, from the motorcycle scenes to the still photos of Dennis. He was a talented and interesting character actor who got better with time and age. Honestly, I wasn't expecting much from the Dead's handling of that classic tune but I was pleasantly surprised.
The Weight, in the original movie was played by “The Band”. It was on the album “Music From Big Pink”, and in my opinion it is much better than the dead ever even wanted to be. Jam bands, plplplpllllll!
I see all these comments about "take me back" and I miss my "America".....its still out there people.....you can find it in your brothers and sisters across the land......its alive and well in of our hearts, minds, and souls........you just gotta "seek and ye shall find".........Peace, Pot and Microdot.......Keep "Truckin" my friends
+Del Wilkins Head south to Mexico. We still know how to live down here. The simple natural good life. America is the land of concrete confusion, stress, violence and hard drug addicts. Over 1/4 of the world's convicted prisoners reside behind bars in that country, sad place! Sunny, beautiful, happy people and a simpler more natural way of life, the land of the free has is just south of the US.
Isaiah W A lot of them are coming from Central America. If you look at population shifts, the trend is obvious. Each year more Americans are coming to Mexico and less Mexicans are going to the US. In fact, the numbers have recently been even for the first time in history. It has nothing to do with wanting to be in America. They would rather go to a country that is able to pay them 5-15x the wage for the same work.
@@baztheman5660 comon buddy no idea how old U R but if ur healthy get excesise and vitamin D ur pretty save, don't give in to this covid crap, U take care by the way I'm a old class Biker living in Mexico,
I only just found out, That Dylan was the owner of this song, Until very recently, This version can't touch the Bands original version. Peace and love, From Scotland. 💙
What did the deadhead say when he ran out of weed? " This music SUCKS! " ha ha There are so many other bands that were tighter and more talented like Yes, Doobie Brothers, Rush, Little Feat, any jazz band...
Another part of my life is gone. It is sad. It hurts. But you, Mr Fonda, gave me a lot of great moments. and I will forever love you and youre memory. Godspeed.
I JUST found a 50 year old photo of me taken at Woodstock on FB of all places. Some advice for the "younger" me: Stay away from the brown acid and take orange barrel sunshine. The picture was of me skinny dipping in a pond at Woodstock. Another bit of advice: Enjoy your life in your younger body. It's not gonna be yours forever.
Bless you. I was supposed to go to Woodstock but my buddy got lost (stoned) and no one realized it until it was far too late. Oh, well, we were there in spirit. Be cool. Carry on. Love is coming to us all. 😎💙💛💙💛💙💛
Easy Rider defined my generation, we watched it in the few cinemas that had a licence, it's, got the greatest movie sound track ever, I still ride my Bike, and these songs are "my helmet music" Thanks Dennis Hopper,
You must be referring to bikers in New York City or LA. Most of the bikers in 1969 used to enjoy beating up a man with hair longer than 2 inches. I won't use general-group names but the same types ended up yelling "Southern Rebel" and used their own long hair to wipe their bums when they didn't have corn cobs.
Peter is gone now too! The best movie to describe the rift. It's still here and everyone just talks past each other. At least they were open to wearing someone else's shoes!
I love reading all these wonderful comments! So many different feelings about everything and not one person was offended. I love and miss the 60's and 70's...
Ja Dadi, exactly because this fact I wanted to hear songs from "Easy Rider" since yesterday ... great music and one of the best movies ever ... and such great actors like Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda ! R.I.P.
Side note...I like The Greatful Dead, but this song was best performed by it's original artist...The Band. That being said, 2 weeks ago I said farewell to my best friend. We met in 1957 (I was 7 at the time). For over 30 years, we were inseparable. From then on, until his demise this year, we continued to keep in touch although we were separated by distance. We grew up in the best of times with the best of music. The most powerful memories I had with my best friend always comes to me when I hear music like this. Rest in peace Roger. Your friendship will be forever treasured.
Ah rip Roger. Our lives are filled with memories good and bad.Sounds like you had some great ones with Roger.Sadly all good things come to an end......but hey we lived.....
Thanks for the memories and God Bless all who pass this way. Theres no doubt in my mind. This was the greatest era to be alive. Im sure those music lovin Angels would agree.
What I wouldn't give to be young again, and be riding my Harley across North America, like I used to do. The US, and Canada, have some of the most beautiful country in the world. Everything is there for the taking. Majestic mountains, rivers, desert, and magnificent oceans. There's nothing like the freedom of the open road. Most men are meant to be explorers, and like a Gods other wonderful creatures, were never meant to be caged.
Can't get enough of the Dead. Always feel a tinge of sadness when I play them cos Jerry is not here no more. End of an era for sure. 60's and 70's were great times for music and freedom. World feels like a shit place today. RIP Jerry.
This serious Deadhead (350 shows 1978-1995, not counting JGB, Saunders,Kahn, etc.) wants to thank you so much for lifting my spirit tonight! Love from Cuenca, Ecuador!
Dennis died a few years ago, but he had a Hell of a life, and lived it own his own terms, whether it was right, or wrong. Most of us live lives of mediocrity, and quiet desperation. You have to go out there and take the world by the balls,. It wont come to you. Don't be afraid to take chances. There's nothing sadder than a wasted life.
I agree he lived life on his own terms but lets face it; he didn't know when to say when, too much drug use. He should still be here. Burns my ass; too many marvelous souls from that time are gone for that reason.
Dennis was such a great actor. He could play perfectly the self-destructive loser...... I'll take Bruce Dern as #1 for that type character, but Dennis was great also! I can still hear his voice in True Grit: "Is that you, Rooster?" Dennis really added a lot to whatever character he played.
I drive these same roads for 28 days with my two kids last summer. Virginia to Oregon. Down to Hole in the Wall. Through Zion and out Moab. The Dead were playen the whole time. God Bless America
Seems they didn't get along and it was over easy rider! Fonda said he was a megomaniac !and hopper didn't want him at his funeral ! You would have thought they would have come to an agreement after all those years !rip
Love you, Dennis Hopper, and I loved Easy rider and I thank you, you are with the greatest music people ever in the heavens, 🎶🎶☮️🎸🥰, God bless you, Elizabeth
great tribute to a great actor Dennis Hopper made some fabulous movies I think. that America should role a joint and chill out we need it more than ever right now
R.I.P. Dennis Hopper R.I.P. Peter Fonda R.I.P. Levon Helm You guys highly influenced my whole life and for that I thank you. May you Ride In Peace my brothers.✌
Every time I ride my old Fat Boy (Harley Davidson for you drivers), this song brings me back to the 60's and it always brings a smile on my grumpy face.
The first biker movie I watch in my live. I was 14 years old then, and sneaked into a little movie theater. Until today at 63 years old I'am not cured of that bike bug.
The same here Brother! Im 63 and still riding. The sixties and seventies were such a great period of time. If our country just wouldn’t took us into a war that we had no business fighting
Didn't we all think we were as cool as Dennis Hopper, with our panheads or shovelheads, chemicals ,grass , long hair and women. In the day. Some of us are still stuck in the day.
Hi Sherrie 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….
Peter Fonda, on the 50th anniversary of Woodstock weekend. This movie was still playing had been released late June 69. The soundtrack with music like this. Jimi Hendrix, the band, Arlo Guthrie, a few who played Woodstock and were on the easy rider soundtrack. This is an historic weekend of reflection for me. Sad, bittersweet, and yet joyful of how people came together half million strong for ☮️ Peace, and love. I still have my original easy rider album. And every other I ever bought. Quite the collection. Right on peter and Dennis, or ride on. Thanks for the great memories.
I played Easyrider and Woodstock on the 50th weekend on my SOTA Nova American turntable. Thats how much those times meant to me. Sad. And I'm a bloody Aussie living in Aussie.
@@carmenandthedevil2804 That's the magic of music. Its, memories, time, thought s of people,places,and time. We cant go back but while we have minds and memories we have great times stored away. So I'm here in New England USA feeling the same way, mate 😐.
My favorite version is the one from the Last Waltz, with those excellent backup singers. This version by the Dead isn't one I'd compare with the Band. It's important and meaningful cause several of these men are no longer with us, and they really sang from their heart's here.
Been riding for 50 years; rode America, Canada, Mexico and Central America. Also traveled Europe and the UK. Back in the sixties I remember being mildly shunned for being a “hippie” before I even knew what a hippie was. Over the years I’ve ridden with left wing, right wing, the lost, the dispossessed, geniuses and fools. A few years ago, well into my own “sixties” I did it all over again. Here’s what I found: The vast majority of people, regardless of their ideology, love their children; most people are trustworthy, kind, humorous and worth getting to know. Full stop.
Sounds real cool Walt .One thing about a Bike is you remember great rides.I rode my Harley once in UK as the sun was setting behind Stonehenge on my way back from Devon .It was a cold February day and the Wide Glide was sounding great as I thundered past that ancient sight . Thing is I have done same journey any times in a car ,but the Harley made the difference.
Been riding since 1967 ,in 2023 July 11 2023 had my second wrecked,ran off a cliff at 70 years old, I was just in joy riding with my son the youngest son lost track went over the cliff 2months in hospital in baker field ca i don’t want to quit riding,it’s all I have fun with in Jesus Christ name I think I was good to have my son with me,died three times God brought me back one time at wreck,twice at hospital,praise Jesus thank you
GOD was definitely watching over you. I've been enjoying riding "on the road legally" for 52 years, and the last few years, my oldest son has been riding with me. Until he had a bad accident on his bike 18 months ago. And this past Saturday, April 20 2024 (Yep... 4/20 😉😉) I had my first serious accident on a motorcycle where I got hurt. While coming to a stop behind other cars waiting for a traffic light, an 87-year-old woman in a white Chrysler Van rear-ended me! It happened so quick I didn't even know what hit me! She totaled out my bike, and then hit the other vehicle that was in front of me. My bike is beat up, and "fortunately" SO AM I. I'm beat up pretty bad but I'm ALIVE! She is 87 years old, but she had the wherewithal to try and avoid hitting me. If that lady hadn't swerved to the right, she probably would have pinned me between the front her van and the back of the van in front of me! And I doubt that I would have survived that. It could have been much worse! In time, my body will heal up, and maybe I'll get another bike. But I've been thinking that "Maybe it's time for me to stop enjoying my rides" and just stick with a "cage" (that's what bikers call a "car"). My body doesn't heal as fast or as good as it used to. And as much as I LOVE riding, I don't really want to die because someone else isn't paying attention to their driving! Stay safe out there and keep the rubber side down and the shiny side up!
Peter and Dennis! The world will miss your voices you two were what you were . Champions of the people and freedom! R.I.P. BOYS YOUR WORK WILL BE REMEMBERED! J Deuce RnR Toronto Canada
Same here ; although I'm 59 years old ... still doing some traveling, just not as much as I would like too. I am glad I survived the years of hitchhiking ... OMG ... I started when I was 15 years old ( From Indiana to San Diego, CA) ... it was narley man.
@fortflan I just made 61 and when I was 50 I thought 60 would be old...but I don't think that now. Is it the same for 70? I hope. I don't imagine myself feeling old ever. But I do remember thinking 70 was old. Shit, where does the time go? I hope I will still be thinking the same thing between 90 and 100. (too old?)But I wish I could walk in a room one more time and turn heads...sigh. It's ok I am not that shallow.
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I rode for 60 years then sold my last ride gave the money all of it to seed the homeless Thanksgiving Dinners to thank God for letting me ride all those years without a single road accident.
Thats great!!
You Sir, are a Gentleman. I struggle with OsteArthritis, so I do struggle everyday. I would DEFINATELY get
Bless you
Amen to that brother.
Bless you buba💥🇬🇧👍
Weird. I took the cover off my bike just today. Last rode it '97 when my daughter died. Brushing the dirt off, a little voice telling me 'Dad you need to get out more'.
No, the bikes going to kill I😢😅
@@MrHAPPYHAWAIIANdon't say that 😮 Daughter wants him to feel her presence 🙏 period go ride brothor 🪬💜
@@sparked3113 wow, voice from heaven
I lost my daughter bout 18 months ago, she used to come on my sportsbike from the age of about 9, miss her so much, riding is about the only thing that clears my head. All the best to you and stay strong.
no matter what song or what year.. the instant the guitars start - you know it's the Grateful Dead playin
I didn’t think that there could be a better version of this song than THE BAND’s! But WOW! The Dead coupled with the tribute to Dennis Hopper is so much better than good!! ✌️❤️🎸🎶🇺🇸
It's not TGD. It's The Band! TGD had nowt to do with this song. Robbie Robertson guitarist and singer of The Band wrote it.
dude - we are listening to the TGD cover of the bands 'the weight here' - so yeah..it does have to do with TGD@@rushshukla4636
@@rushshukla4636 Actually this is the Grateful Dead. Brent years. TGD covered many many bands. The longest cover was Dylan's Baby Blue 66-95. No one is taking anything from The Band. We know who they are. And weir everywhere.
@@rushshukla4636 The Weight was performed about 40 times by the Grateful Dead in the 1990's. It was subsequently performed by The Dead, Furthur, Dead & Company, Ratdog and Phil & Friends. YT. Grateful Dead. The Weight 6/25/93. I didn't know there was even a video. I was at that show. Thanks for taking me down memory lane. Good times.
Can't imagine my life of 79 years, without my motorbike and this great music of our times.
whats your take on what happened to america , what was the down turn ?..Its been a mess since 1992 or there about
I am receiving my chemo at the moment (24 hrs continously IV). Life is good and it can be bad sometimes but this song makes the difference. At the end life is beatiful. Even if I die today only because of this song it was worth it.
Milos Rasuo Hi from Canada 🇨🇦 take it easy.
God bless brother. Just keep your chin up and live love and dream like the pain never even introduced itself to you. That's the best way to defy its efforts against you.
This is good medicine. Wishing you well. 💜
The easy ride is at the end brother god is there see ya
Take it easy brother the best of everything to you
Easy Rider came out while I was in Vietnam. Been a Harley rider and rock lover forever aint done yet. Only 75 still in the wind.
Like my uncle marine chopper 60mil. door gunner...glad we saw some of our people make it back here alive...rip to our brothers who didn't
@@gordontownsend8439 Alright, you rock!! Elizabeth
@@samuelgontz2091 l love all you fallen brothers and sisters, Elizabeth ❣️
In to sun ,FREEDOM Man ♥️🕊👍
Badass bro 💪🔥
I’ve lived all my life with these songs my friend. This is the best movie every made , nothing , nothing can surpass it or the music
so do i
Best soundtrack ever! Apparently my folks took me to the drive inn to see this as a toddler. The music has always resonated. I've watched this with one of my best friends dozens of times. Just fabulous. Beautiful tribute to Dennis Hopper.
who didnt have an easy rider on their bedroom wall in 1970 i did wish i was back there again no fun getting old sometimes
I had the poster in my bedroom at 9yrs old got my first “bike the same year “ a Honda qa50 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Ya i had the poster of hopper ridding giving the finger....
@@carycrediford7036 For sure
@@carycrediford7036 I had a QA 50, as well. I had a lot of fun on that bike. Been riding ever since!!!
@@carycrediford7036 I had a QA 50, as well. Had a lot of fun on that bike. Been riding ever since!!!
This song has been one of the the guide posts in my life of 68 years.
The Grateful Dead does a great cover. R.I.P. Levon Helm. A native Arkansasan like myself.
Been riding 56 years. Guess I’ll die on my bike. I want to just go into the sunset. Going to ride the forever highway in the sky.
What has happened to us. We are in a time of hate and no music. Thankfully we have the past.
Yes; love Levon🥀🕊️❤️
Dude! Check out Molly Tuttle, Billy Strings and Sierra Ferrell and you will find hope in today’s music!! Peace!
Amen
Don't think you can know the freedom of the open road on a bike, till you been there. 52 years on bikes.
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I know I am not the only one out here still riding Bikes at 68, I've seen older than myself even. But I was only 6 years old when I first started riding on a two-wheel motorized scooter, A Homebuilt minibike. The very next year 1962 my Dad traded it in for a brand new 120cc Ducati in which changed everything.
For 62 years, I'm still riding with nothing more Then, Love for the Ride.
Riding a Harley 1993 FLHS and a 1989 XLH 1200, love 'um both and they'll most likely be last bikes.
A fitting, very well done tribute to Dennis Hopper, AND, The Grateful Dead. Thank you for posting this.
The end of the sixties was the end of a great decade. So much change and creative forces at work. Best music era.
I totally agree
RIP Dennis you are missed .
Sweet tribute to the great Dennis Hopper. RIP Dennis
Able to make it 66 likes. After Route 66? All the Best Dennis, you were quality.
The Band
I didn't know he was gone.
Damn.😪❤️
there was a time when I saw his name in the the credits and would flick channels. I guess age changes all of us..
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❤Lord long live is OLD HIPPIES.. WHO REMEMBERS THE FLOWER Child.??
Great old days
I am one…🇨🇦
Greetings from Germany!
This movie changed my life for the better totally loved it rose my bike from Miami to east Hampton CT. Best summer of my 67yrs.
Powerful tribute and brings back so many wonderful memories
I'm so grateful I grew up with such fabulous music. The 60s and 70s was such a wonderful time for music and arts. You could go to a Dead concert and be next to a guy in a business suit on one side, a hippie chick with bells on her toes on the other side. The concert would always be fabulous and the audience was the show. Those were good times. We have nothing like that now. I mostly get my music high at symphony concerts or the opera now, but great art comes in variety. Kids today are really getting cheated. Lip synchronized music is lame. Autotune is a sin against art.
A lot of this was "just inches" before "my time." I caught the Dead in KC (Sandstone), in the early 90's where Bruce Hornsby opened for them, and then stayed to play with them. Honestly, I didn't care much for them, before the show... But, that show... _THAT_ _SHOW_!!! Wow! Just wow. So, so glad I went. One of those moments that truly changed who I was, or, perhaps, changed who I would allow myself to become. It's been a long, wonderously strange trip, and I'm forever grateful to my best friend, Chris, who long ago left this world, for introducing me to so much.
i'm 65 and still growing up with the dead and since 1972, and listen to all kinds of music but the dead always is the my favorite and jerrys' lead picking which i almost got the hang to on my gibosn sg. rock on man, long live the grateful dead.......!
@@ronvalley1973 I'm 61, my father had a cool Uncle and Aunt that were into to Grateful Dead. My cousin, their older son, a Vietnam Veteran, got them into their music. Uncle Tim was a good baritone, used to sing GD songs to my totally square parents, who also like the music, not knowing who made it popular. I suspect if they had more detailed knowledge, they would not have approved. I was a kid didn't know anything about the Dead, until I was in high school, and went to a concert with some older cousins on my mother's side. They were surprised oI knew so many of the lyrics at 15. The music was of the highest quality, and really wholesome. The real show was happening in the audience. I think most people were there for the music. Other elements of the experience were optional. It's what you made of it.
@@markrichards6863 wow what an awesome story
I feel so fortunate to have discovered them at 14 and did whatever I could to catch the 12 shows I got. Also thankful to have found Phish after Jerry died. Worked for me.
The Grateful Dead are a National treasure- God bless our performing Arts!
Lovely tribute. Dennis Hopper was amazing, as was Levon. So sorry for Robbie Robertson's passing this week. This was a special time that we'll not let be forgotten. My children know the Grateful Dead like their childhood soundtrack. The Dead's influence, along with The Band's and many others from this era, on American music, particular acoustic music, is indelible. We owe them gratitude and recognition. My family will move on to the films (Easy Rider, Apocalypse Now, lots more) as my kids get older. Thanks for sharing!
My wife & I were motivated to watch 'The Band's farewell concert called 'The last Waltz's a farewell along with Robbie Robertson's recent passing at age 80 RIP
Great -good guidance is everything/check out /"Dog Soldiers" aka "Who will stop the rain" Nick Nolty?? lol a friend
I never rode across America on a Harley, but I rode all over Florida on a 91 Sporty1200, came back home, cracked open a few brews and listened to great songs.
One of greatest tunes ever from one of the greatest flicks ever made. The Band did the film version, but the Dead can do anything well.
agreeing to disagree here..the band lit this up.
Deadhead for over 50yrs. The Band sounds better, to me, than this Dead version
thankyou Levon who originally brought this song to life...thankyou Peter and Dennis for being so cool and giving us the film EASY Rider....and special mention to all musicians involved...it`s too bad robbie robertson was so greedy with all the publishing $$$ that came his way...Levon was a gentle soul....greed is not always good or kind....canada
I remember Dennis Hopper in "Rebel without a cause". The real rebel was him...love and respect.
A profoundly influential film that transformed the movie making business.
I first saw Easy Ridet at a theatre in Baltimore in 1969.
I was blown away!!
Still one of my favorite movies after all these years.
Some movies never date,this one just keeps getting better❤️
A great cover! I love The Band, the Dead and Dennis! Truly the end of a magical era...
Simply Beautiful, R.I.L. Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda, 4 EVA "Easy Riders" ❤❤
I know that when my dad walked me down the aisle he expected ( generational thing ) that my husband would keep me safe. ⚫️⭕️🏨👨⚕️📡🚂🚂🚂🚂
Wow 60s and 70s were such great years on 4th Street most of us didn't realize it then
This song is good listened to on the way and when you first get there, somewhere in the middle and on the way home. But its best listened to remembering that night.
Nice job! Both bands do this tune justice. The Dead first pulled out this at Nassau Coliseum. Was 3rd row. First 2 notes and I jumped up and screamed in unbridled joy"the fucking weight!" Phil Lesh noticed and gave me a thumbs up 👍🙂
Fucking awesome bro
@@erica-sj7ru Thanks!was one of those moments only a Deadhead could experience and appreciate 😉
Thumbs up, incredible!
@@tomcaffall8512 😁
Today I lost a dear friend, Sherwood "Woody Numbers" Spencer. I posted this video in his memory as he loved the Dead, loved Easy Rider, loved Dennis Hopper and loved this song. Thank you for sharing this. #strengthinnumbers
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A top-notch marriage of image and sound! The Dead certainly did this song proud, and your tribute to Mr. Hopper is perfecto!
Bester Film. Easy Rider has change my Life. Ich verdanke dem Film eine andere Sichtweise auf die Welt. Hat mich enorm beeinflusst. Einfach großartig dieser Film.
ausgetiten.
@@robertferrara4529 😁
You Yanks have so much to be proud of.....don't ever lose it.Cool is still Dennis Hopper.And James Dean.And Clint Eastwood.
I just love this song I wished more people would listen and follow this instead of fighting
Stop worrying about other people and continue to grow your own circle!!!
I think this is a fantastic memorial to Dennis Hopper, from the motorcycle scenes to the still photos of Dennis.
He was a talented and interesting character actor who got better with time and age. Honestly, I wasn't expecting
much from the Dead's handling of that classic tune but I was pleasantly surprised.
Love this song. Know I'm old, but what memories 60s.
Are not memories great? Memories keep me going.
Goodbye guys. You sowed the seeds that have grown in so many of our hearts.
The Weight, in the original movie was played by “The Band”. It was on the album “Music From Big Pink”, and in my opinion it is much better than the dead ever even wanted to be. Jam bands, plplplpllllll!
I see all these comments about "take me back" and I miss my "America".....its still out there people.....you can find it in your brothers and sisters across the land......its alive and well in of our hearts, minds, and souls........you just gotta "seek and ye shall find".........Peace, Pot and Microdot.......Keep "Truckin" my friends
+Del Wilkins Head south to Mexico. We still know how to live down here. The simple natural good life. America is the land of concrete confusion, stress, violence and hard drug addicts. Over 1/4 of the world's convicted prisoners reside behind bars in that country, sad place! Sunny, beautiful, happy people and a simpler more natural way of life, the land of the free has is just south of the US.
+Dog Lover Why are there so many illegal immigrants flooding in the US from mexico?
Isaiah W A lot of them are coming from Central America. If you look at population shifts, the trend is obvious. Each year more Americans are coming to Mexico and less Mexicans are going to the US. In fact, the numbers have recently been even for the first time in history. It has nothing to do with wanting to be in America. They would rather go to a country that is able to pay them 5-15x the wage for the same work.
+Del Wilkins RIGHT ON! Thanks for the faith.
Yep. Traveled around it last fall. It's still there! Lots of nice folks out there and beautiful places to see.
It's 2021 never dreamed Id be watching this again, takes me back,
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I'm with you brother from this lockdown in the UK.
@@baztheman5660 comon buddy no idea how old U R but if ur healthy get excesise and vitamin D ur pretty save, don't give in to this covid crap,
U take care by the way I'm a old class Biker living in Mexico,
Enjoying it with you brother with a cold beer in my hand and a view of the Australian bush!
I only just found out, That Dylan was the owner of this song, Until very recently, This version can't touch the Bands original version. Peace and love, From Scotland. 💙
What did the deadhead say when he ran out of weed? " This music SUCKS! " ha ha
There are so many other bands that were tighter and more talented like Yes, Doobie Brothers, Rush, Little Feat, any jazz band...
@@jdsalinger73maybe one day you'll understand
@@pedro-on-wheels Great response.
Robbie Robertson wrote the weight
Another part of my life is gone. It is sad. It hurts. But you, Mr Fonda, gave me a lot of great moments. and I will forever love you and youre memory. Godspeed.
Thank you. Not slept for a few nights owing to insomnia, this is a blessing. Wonderful rendition to calm the mind. Vet speaking...
Thank you for serving our country, my friend, ❤️&✌🏻 to you always.
🫡💜🇺🇸 thank you for your service, get a sleep study done! Best wishes ...
Try some lightweight foam earplugs, worked for me
From another vet ❤
LOVE IT!!! Thanks for the video...very creative , man...makes me miss Brent's voice!!![
DENNIS HOPPER was one of many movie stars who could play any role in any movie but EASYRIDER was his best role .
Blue Velvet man
Too bad he couldn't have talked some sense into a Fonda.
He was amazing in Apocalypse Now as well….
I JUST found a 50 year old photo of me taken at Woodstock on FB of all places. Some advice for the "younger" me: Stay away from the brown acid and take orange barrel sunshine. The picture was of me skinny dipping in a pond at Woodstock. Another bit of advice: Enjoy your life in your younger body. It's not gonna be yours forever.
Bless you. I was supposed to go to Woodstock but my buddy got lost (stoned) and no one realized it until it was far too late.
Oh, well, we were there in spirit.
Be cool. Carry on. Love is coming to us all.
😎💙💛💙💛💙💛
@@BBQDad463 And today, I can't for the life of me REMEMBER how I got to and from Woodstock. No memory...or memory wiped ;)
I’m 74 and I miss my pan head hog. Painted it plumb crazy. Many good memories on that bike.
I'm 65 and still riding, The 2014 FLSTN isn't the 56 Duo I started with but they kind of look alike!
This has always been one of my favorite songs. I never knew the GD covered it til now. They did a great job!
Easy Rider defined my generation, we watched it in the few cinemas that had a licence, it's, got the greatest movie sound track ever, I still ride my Bike, and these songs are "my helmet music" Thanks Dennis Hopper,
You must be referring to bikers in New York City or LA. Most of the bikers in 1969 used to enjoy beating up a man with hair longer than 2 inches. I won't use general-group names but the same types ended up yelling "Southern Rebel" and used their own long hair to wipe their bums when they didn't have corn cobs.
Second best version of this song. The Band will always be # 1.
Aretha Franklin's version is at least #2 in my book, with the late, great Duane Allman on slide guitar.
@@bholaoates1542 Exactly what I was going to say.
No doubt but a tribute nonetheless.
In your humble opinion, of course.
@@micjones1116 much higher caliber of course
Peter is gone now too! The best movie to describe the rift. It's still here and everyone just talks past each other. At least they were open to wearing someone else's shoes!
I love reading all these wonderful comments! So many different feelings about everything and not one person was offended. I love and miss the 60's and 70's...
me too
Me 3~ 🔥❤️🔥
R.I.P. Dennis Hopper and today, August 16, 2019 Peter Fonda joined you.
Ja Dadi, exactly because this fact I wanted to hear songs from "Easy Rider" since yesterday ... great music and one of the best movies ever ... and such great actors like Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda ! R.I.P.
O primeiro, no inferno; o segundo no Plano Espiritual!
How did I not know this?! Had a hankering to hear this just to find out...
Captain America and Billy ride again....
@@kenhaines5318 Nothing like a good ride with Brothers
Side note...I like The Greatful Dead, but this song was best performed by it's original artist...The Band.
That being said, 2 weeks ago I said farewell to my best friend. We met in 1957 (I was 7 at the time). For over 30 years, we were inseparable. From then on, until his demise this year, we continued to keep in touch although we were separated by distance. We grew up in the best of times with the best of music. The most powerful memories I had with my best friend always comes to me when I hear music like this. Rest in peace Roger. Your friendship will be forever treasured.
Sorry for your loss........ Keep those precious memories.....They come in handy during our life time till we 'meet' them again.......
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Ah rip Roger. Our lives are filled with memories good and bad.Sounds like you had some great ones with Roger.Sadly all good things come to an end......but hey we lived.....
@tanon
And you know this because you died?
Grateful Dead -fify
Thanks for the memories and God Bless all who pass this way. Theres no doubt in my mind. This was the greatest era to be alive. Im sure those music lovin Angels would agree.
Best biker movie, great song track
Love, Love. Love....Great Stuff....Great Memories.. RIP...
What I wouldn't give to be young again, and be riding my Harley across North America, like I used to do. The US, and Canada, have some of the most beautiful country in the world. Everything is there for the taking. Majestic mountains, rivers, desert, and magnificent oceans. There's nothing like the freedom of the open road. Most men are meant to be explorers, and like a Gods other wonderful creatures, were never meant to be caged.
daniel occoner Was with you right up to the point where you brought god into it ..
daniel occoner Shut the fuck up,man!
Thanks for your thoughts Daniel. Brother.
Never too old to ride.. Nearly 70, had stroke, blah blah blah..still on the road chewing flies....
MrRealistic11 always at least one whiney atheist degenerate who comes squealing after reading, "God" lol
I saw this movie and loved it, thanks for the great memory
This movie made me cry when I saw it in the 70s. There was still love and hope in the world and we believed it could happen.
There's always hope. You just have to feel it and believe it's there.
Patricia Erickson but it didn’t. Season of the witch explains it all
Patricia Erickson sem dúvida (thats it).
Patricia Erickson Love Ya
Patricia Erickson nope you were just a drug addled kid
I cant wait to throw my phone the same way Peter Fonda throws his watch at the beginning. 😊
Can't get enough of the Dead. Always feel a tinge of sadness when I play them cos Jerry is not here no more. End of an era for sure. 60's and 70's were great times for music and freedom. World feels like a shit place today. RIP Jerry.
The movie with the most depressing ending of all time.
This serious Deadhead (350 shows 1978-1995, not counting JGB, Saunders,Kahn, etc.) wants to thank you so much for lifting my spirit tonight! Love from Cuenca, Ecuador!
Dennis died a few years ago, but he had a Hell of a life, and lived it own his own terms, whether it was right, or wrong. Most of us live lives of mediocrity, and quiet desperation. You have to go out there and take the world by the balls,. It wont come to you. Don't be afraid to take chances. There's nothing sadder than a wasted life.
I agree he lived life on his own terms but lets face it; he didn't know when to say when, too much drug use. He should still be here. Burns my ass; too many marvelous souls from that time are gone for that reason.
That's true Dbus, but its not the quantity of life, but the quality of life that makes it worthwhile.
daniel occoner well said...
daniel occoner This has to be one of the most powerful comment on RUclips I have ever read. Thank you Daniel. Have a nice day and God bless you :)
Dr. ALP Thanks doctor ALP, we are all masters of our own destiny. Its up to us to take the right fork in the road, or the wrong one.
Dennis was such a great actor. He could play perfectly the self-destructive loser...... I'll take Bruce Dern as #1 for that type character, but Dennis was great also! I can still hear his voice in True Grit: "Is that you, Rooster?" Dennis really added a lot to whatever character he played.
Hopper & Fonda were flat inspirational
I drive these same roads for 28 days with my two kids last summer. Virginia to Oregon. Down to Hole in the Wall. Through Zion and out Moab.
The Dead were playen the whole time.
God Bless America
R.I.P. Dennis Hopper
R.I.P. Peter Fonda
All of my local VFWS have photo of Jane in uranal. pH uck demokraps.
Seems they didn't get along and it was over easy rider! Fonda said he was a megomaniac !and hopper didn't want him at his funeral ! You would have thought they would have come to an agreement after all those years !rip
@@mugnumps7910 That's OK we put pictures of tRump in ours.
@@Gypsy2057 and Hillary and the Obama Nation in our Dunny.
Glenn Frey, also our legends live on in us...
Love you, Dennis Hopper, and I loved Easy rider and I thank you, you are with the greatest music people ever in the heavens, 🎶🎶☮️🎸🥰, God bless you, Elizabeth
I was born in 60's listening to the dead for a long time.luv em still.🎵🎶👍
What a great movie, times .... miss those muscle car days .... who’s listening August 2020?
This guy
Me
Roll on Bro!!!
This was awesome tribute to Dennis Hopper. Thanks!
great tribute to a great actor Dennis Hopper made some fabulous movies I think. that America should role a joint and chill out we need it more than ever right now
Jeff Warhol he single-handedly saved the movie Waterworld from total disaster
R.I.P. Dennis Hopper
R.I.P. Peter Fonda
R.I.P. Levon Helm
You guys highly influenced my whole life and for that I thank you.
May you Ride In Peace my brothers.✌
Very nicely said. ✌
RIGHT ON
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What a character and a human being Dennis was..bless you brother...such a free spirit is what I get
Every time I ride my old Fat Boy (Harley Davidson for you drivers), this song brings me back to the 60's and it always brings a smile on my grumpy face.
The first biker movie I watch in my live. I was 14 years old then, and sneaked into a little movie theater.
Until today at 63 years old I'am not cured of that bike bug.
The same here Brother! Im 63 and still riding. The sixties and seventies were such a great period of time. If our country just wouldn’t took us into a war that we had no business fighting
Didn't we all think we were as cool as Dennis Hopper, with our panheads or shovelheads, chemicals ,grass , long hair and women. In the day. Some of us are still stuck in the day.
Ain't what thought. It's what done ,
I've been stuck in the 60's and 70's for a long time and today I'm 75.
@@kraut5011 happy birthday brother
@@willupton1880 Thanks, Bro. Can I say Semper Fi?
73. Still stuck. Only with real rock & blues, stuck = FREE
RIP☆ WHAT A GREAT ACTOR IS SUCH A UNSTATEMENT FOR A GREAT MAN♡
☆ YOU ARE MISSED☆
Hi Sherrie 👋 I hope my comment didn't sound as a form of privacy invasion your comment tells of a wonderful woman with a beautiful heart which led me to comment I don't normally write in the comment section but I think you deserve this complement. If you don’t mind can we be friends? Thanks God bless you….
Excellent. Funny how these years just go sneakin by. Its been quite a ride. Yeah, I'd do it all over again.
And over again and again...
I'm 73 and still ride
@@dennisnowak9119 I envy you. Life flighted after multiple strokes. It appears my scooter days are waning. Catch some wind for me. I'll be smiling.
Wow Love This Play list of Yours All Are Great Thanks
Peter Fonda, on the 50th anniversary of Woodstock weekend. This movie was still playing had been released late June 69. The soundtrack with music like this. Jimi Hendrix, the band, Arlo Guthrie, a few who played Woodstock and were on the easy rider soundtrack. This is an historic weekend of reflection for me. Sad, bittersweet, and yet joyful of how people came together half million strong for ☮️ Peace, and love. I still have my original easy rider album. And every other I ever bought. Quite the collection. Right on peter and Dennis, or ride on. Thanks for the great memories.
I played Easyrider and Woodstock on the 50th weekend on my SOTA Nova American turntable. Thats how much those times meant to me. Sad. And I'm a bloody Aussie living in Aussie.
@@carmenandthedevil2804 That's the magic of music. Its, memories, time, thought s of people,places,and time. We cant go back but while we have minds and memories we have great times stored away. So I'm here in New England USA feeling the same way, mate 😐.
My favorite version is the one from the Last Waltz, with those excellent backup singers. This version by the Dead isn't one I'd compare with the Band. It's important and meaningful cause several of these men are no longer with us, and they really sang from their heart's here.
I wouldn't call The Staples back up singers
@@bergy210 Exactly!
Agree , this is an excellent version but it can never compare to Levon and the Band with Pops and Mavis singing backup.
@Jasper Bumgart like all Dead, it's passable, excellent mostly to those who can shoot dope with a turkey baster.
Yes sir spot on❤
Been riding for 50 years; rode America, Canada, Mexico and Central America. Also traveled Europe and the UK. Back in the sixties I remember being mildly shunned for being a “hippie” before I even knew what a hippie was. Over the years I’ve ridden with left wing, right wing, the lost, the dispossessed, geniuses and fools. A few years ago, well into my own “sixties” I did it all over again. Here’s what I found: The vast majority of people, regardless of their ideology, love their children; most people are trustworthy, kind, humorous and worth getting to know. Full stop.
That was awesome and so true, Walter..
Sounds real cool Walt .One thing about a Bike is you remember great rides.I rode my Harley once in UK as the sun was setting behind Stonehenge on my way back from Devon .It was a cold February day and the Wide Glide was sounding great as I thundered past that ancient sight .
Thing is I have done same journey any times in a car ,but the Harley made the difference.
why uk seperate from europe... i agree with your conclusions !
Thank you for this WW
awesome
'GREAT SONG' and tribute to Dennis......Hellof a guy. Will be missed
Worked with a hardcore biker in a factory back in the 90's i asked him how long have you been into harleys,he replied before it was fashionable
Some great highlights of his life
ALL I CAN SAY IS, BROTHERS!!!
This was Brent's final song with the Dead, RIP buddy!
Scott C. Johnson.
😮 💔
Gotta love Phil's vocals on this one. He is so bad. We love him for it.
What's haunting is Brent's last line, "I gotta go but my friend can stick around". Gives me chills.
@@MrBlahdiblahdi Phil blew his voice out early. No one told him how not to. He sure picks some meaningful lyrics to sing, badly though.
Been riding since 1967 ,in 2023 July 11 2023 had my second wrecked,ran off a cliff at 70 years old, I was just in joy riding with my son the youngest son lost track went over the cliff 2months in hospital in baker field ca i don’t want to quit riding,it’s all I have fun with in Jesus Christ name I think I was good to have my son with me,died three times God brought me back one time at wreck,twice at hospital,praise Jesus thank you
You must be a Leo.
Brother-I pray that in March, 2024 you are feeling healthy and strong ❤❤❤❤ PTL
GOD was definitely watching over you. I've been enjoying riding "on the road legally" for 52 years, and the last few years, my oldest son has been riding with me. Until he had a bad accident on his bike 18 months ago. And this past Saturday, April 20 2024 (Yep... 4/20 😉😉) I had my first serious accident on a motorcycle where I got hurt.
While coming to a stop behind other cars waiting for a traffic light, an 87-year-old woman in a white Chrysler Van rear-ended me! It happened so quick I didn't even know what hit me! She totaled out my bike, and then hit the other vehicle that was in front of me. My bike is beat up, and "fortunately" SO AM I. I'm beat up pretty bad but I'm ALIVE!
She is 87 years old, but she had the wherewithal to try and avoid hitting me. If that lady hadn't swerved to the right, she probably would have pinned me between the front her van and the back of the van in front of me! And I doubt that I would have survived that. It could have been much worse!
In time, my body will heal up, and maybe I'll get another bike. But I've been thinking that "Maybe it's time for me to stop enjoying my rides" and just stick with a "cage" (that's what bikers call a "car"). My body doesn't heal as fast or as good as it used to. And as much as I LOVE riding, I don't really want to die because someone else isn't paying attention to their driving! Stay safe out there and keep the rubber side down and the shiny side up!
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@@andreabradley5837 🐯
Peter and Dennis! The world will miss your voices you two were what you were .
Champions of the people and freedom!
R.I.P. BOYS YOUR WORK WILL BE REMEMBERED!
J Deuce
RnR
Toronto Canada
THERE IS ALWAYS A WALK MY BROTHER OUR TOURS
When I was a teenager I used to hitch hike all the USA now I am 70 years old and I miss the traveling
Same here ; although I'm 59 years old ... still doing some traveling, just not as much as I would like too. I am glad I survived the years of hitchhiking ... OMG ... I started when I was 15 years old ( From Indiana to San Diego, CA) ... it was narley man.
@fortflan I just made 61 and when I was 50 I thought 60 would be old...but I don't think that now. Is it the same for 70? I hope. I don't imagine myself feeling old ever. But I do remember thinking 70 was old. Shit, where does the time go?
I hope I will still be thinking the same thing between 90 and 100. (too old?)But I wish I could walk in a room one more time and turn heads...sigh. It's ok I am not that shallow.
1970 hitched from LA to Atlanta with $5 and a sleeping bag, barefoot.
The impact this movie and music had on my then 10 year old brain was incalculable.
Love this compilation of song and video!!! I looped it 6 times!!👍👍👍💥💥💥🎶🎵🎶
Hopper was one of the great visionary’s that Hollywood will not see again in 100 generations!
the world just won't be the same place without Peter Fonda.
40 years on the road... Now we stop sometime