Cubensis

Cubensis is an American tribute band dedicated to recreating the live concert experience of the Grateful Dead. Formed in 1987, this Los Angeles-based ensemble has established itself as one of the longest-running and most respected Grateful Dead tribute acts in the country. With meticulous attention to musical detail and improvisational spirit, Cubensis captures the essence of the Dead’s legendary performances while adding their own unique interpretations.

The band performs full sets drawing from the entire Grateful Dead catalog and Jerry Garcia Band classics, preserving the spontaneous exploratory jamming that made the original acts legendary. What sets Cubensis apart is their ability to honor the source material while bringing fresh energy to these beloved songs, appealing to both longtime Deadheads and new generations of jam band enthusiasts.

Known for their tight ensemble playing, Cubensis members create a symbiotic musical relationship on stage, responding to each other’s cues and building collaborative improvisations that capture the free-flowing spirit of the Dead. The band has gained recognition for breathing new life into the Grateful Dead tradition, incorporating contemporary influences while maintaining reverence for the original music and its dedicated fanbase.