Jon Schwartz
Drummer and music producer for Grateful Dead
Born
August 18th, 1956
68 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A drummer and producer, notable for significant contributions to the Grateful Dead's sound. Played in various iterations of the band and participated in their iconic live performances, solidifying a legacy within the music community. Additionally, worked on numerous projects with other artists and left a mark on the jam band scene. As a music producer, contributed to album recordings and helped shape the musical direction of several projects, further influencing the genre.
Played drums for Grateful Dead
Produced music for various albums
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