Bob Weir (Robert Hall Weir) is an American musician and songwriter best known as a founding member of the Grateful Dead. After the group disbanded in 1995, Weir performed with The Other Ones, later known as The Dead, together with other former members of the Grateful Dead. Weir played mostly rhythm guitar during his career with the Grateful Dead. He is known for his unique style of complex voice leading, bringing unusual depth and a new approach to the role of rhythm guitar expression.
| Name | Bob Weir |
| Date of Birth | October 16, 1947 |
| Age | 75 years old |
| Birthplace | San Francisco, California |
| Height | 175 cm |
| Weight | 77 kg |
Age
Bob Weir was born on October 16, 1947. As mentioned in the Bob Weir Biography table Bob Weir is 75 years old. Bob Weir was born in San Francisco, California, United States.
FACTS
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He is heavily influenced by the Beatles
The music of Grateful Dead has been inspired by many genres of music, but the pop-rock influence from John Lennon’s band is particularly noticeable.
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His band had two other names
Before becoming Grateful Dead, the band also went by Mother McCree’s Uptown Jug Champions and then The Warlocks.
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Being kicked out improved his skills
Weir says the time he spent outside of Grateful Dead allowed him to immensely improve his guitar skills.
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He loves science
He has spoken twice at the Einstein Gala in Toronto, Canada.
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He uses multiple types of guitars
Most musicians stick to one or two preferred guitar brands and models but Weir has tried them all, from Gibson to Ibanez, from Fender to Martin, and more.
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Net Worth
Bob is one of the richest Rock singers & is listed as the most popular Rock Singer. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Bob Weir’s net worth is approximately $60 Million.
Personal Quotes
- ”We used to joke about incorporating as a religion.”
- ”I refuse to get hammered by age into being an old fart.”
