Zach Nugent's Grateful Ball

Zach Nugent’s Dead Set isn’t just another tribute; it’s a living, breathing conversation with the music of the Grateful Dead. Led by guitarist and vocalist Zach Nugent, the band channels the spirit of the Dead with rare authenticity, not through imitation, but through devotion to the craft of improvisation, tone, and emotional honesty. Nugent’s uncanny feel for Jerry Garcia’s style has earned him respect across the jam scene, but it’s his own musicality and intention that set Dead Set apart. Every performance is a journey, equal parts exploration and reverence, where no two nights sound the same, yet each feels like home.