Description

DelFest’s bluegrass heart meets the Grateful Dead songbook again on DelFest Does Dead, Volume 2, a live 2-LP vinyl featuring 12 interpretations captured across DelFest 2026 (May 21–24, 2026), in Cumberland, MD.

Festival favorites bring their own pulse and picking to Dead staples: The Travelin’ McCourys, Toy Factory Project, Blackberry Smoke, Maggie Rose ft. Sierra Hull, The Infamous Stringdusters, Peter Rowan, Shadowgrass ft. Heaven McCoury, Magoo, Gilbert Lee, Falco & Book, Buffalo Rose, and Sierra Hull.

The result is a front-to-back journey of Grateful Dead covers filtered through Appalachia, high-lonesome harmonies, and hot-rod string band energy, mixed to be played loud. Limited edition release pressed on black vinyl.

A portion of proceeds will benefit the Rex Foundation, established by members of the Grateful Dead in 1983, whose mission is to fund community-based arts and music education while supporting social and environmental causes.

Please Note: This item is a pre-order and is expected to ship on December 15, 2026.

Tracklist

Side A
Scarlet Begonias – The Travelin’ McCourys
They Love Each Other – Toy Factory Project
U.S. Blues – Blackberry Smoke

Side B
Sugaree – Maggie Rose ft. Sierra Hull
Jack Straw – The Infamous Stringdusters
Cold Rain & Snow – Peter Rowan

Side C
Mr. Charlie – Shadowgrass ft. Heaven McCoury
Peggy-O – Magoo
Uncle John’s Band – Gilbert Lee

Side D
Wharf Rat – Falco & Book
Samson & Delilah – Buffalo Rose
Black Muddy River – Sierra Hull

Specifications

• Weight: 200gr
• Usage: Indoor & outdoor

Pros and cons

• Sustainably produced
• Ideal for everyday use
• May discolor in direct sunlight