What It's Like to Manage The Grateful Dead

Richard Lauren shares his journey in the music industry, starting with Liberace and moving on to manage iconic bands like Jefferson Airplane, The Doors, and the Grateful Dead. He discusses his personal connections with artists and his eventual disillusionment with the business side of the industry. Richard also reveals his personal music preferences, highlighting his admiration for Bob Dylan and other artists.

How did the narrator first get involved in the music business?

• By starting his own record label

• Through a family connection

• Through a recommendation from Liberace

• By managing a local band

Which band did the narrator manage after Jefferson Airplane?

• The Rolling Stones

• The Beatles

• The Doors

• Led Zeppelin

What led the narrator to become disenchanted with the music business?

• A lack of financial success

• Personal conflicts with artists

• The competitive nature of the industry

• A desire to pursue a different career

Who did the narrator reconnect with that led to his involvement with Jerry Garcia?

• Mick Jagger

• Bob Dylan

• David Grisman

• Bill Graham

What role did the narrator take on for Jerry Garcia?

• Concert promoter

• Personal manager

• Tour manager

• Record producer

Which artist does the narrator consider his all-time favorite?

• John Mayer

• Michael Franti

• Bonnie Raitt

• Bob Dylan

What genre of music does the narrator express a fondness for?

• Classical

• Hip-hop

• Jazz

• All genres