Jerry Garcia Band, Jerry Garcia - Cats Under The Stars Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the album 'Cats Under the Stars' known for?

   'Cats Under the Stars' is known as the only studio album released by the Jerry Garcia Band, a side project of Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia. Despite not being a financial success, it remains Garcia's favorite work due to its quality production and original material.

2. Who contributed to the album 'Cats Under the Stars' besides Jerry Garcia?

   Apart from Jerry Garcia, the album featured contributions from Grateful Dead members Keith and Donna Godchaux, as well as Ron Tutt, who played drums on the album but left the band before its release.

3. What was unique about the recording location for 'Cats Under the Stars'?

   'Cats Under the Stars' was the first album recorded at the Grateful Dead's Club Front in San Rafael. Originally a warehouse space for rehearsals, it was converted into a recording studio after Ron Tutt highlighted the quality of the drum sound in the room.

4. How did Jerry Garcia feel about the commercial success of 'Cats Under the Stars'?

   Jerry Garcia expressed mixed emotions, calling it his favorite and most successful record artistically, but acknowledged it was his least successful commercially. Despite this, he remained fond of the album throughout his life.

5. Did the Grateful Dead ever perform any songs from 'Cats Under the Stars'?

   Yes, 'Rubin and Cherise' from the album 'Cats Under the Stars' was performed by the Grateful Dead. They debuted the song in concert in 1991.

6. When was 'Cats Under the Stars' released?

   The album 'Cats Under the Stars' was released in 1978.