Steely Dead

Steely Dead absolutely crushed it for me and my son on March 16, 2025, at The Broadberry! Several standout moments showed how they took it to another level. "One More Saturday Night was upbeat, clean, and rocking; it’s like they polished up the Dead’s raw energy with a Steely Dan sheen, and it can catches you off guard in the best way. Dave Abear’s guitar and Chris Sheldon’s drums probably kicked into overdrive there, with Dylan Teifer’s keys adding that extra punch we loved. "Feel Like a Stranger" is a highlight track with Teifer’s stage presence—he’s got a knack for locking into the crowd’s vibe, and that song’s funky, wandering groove is prime territory for his leads to shine. "Dear Prudence" is another highlight. Taking the Beatles through a Dead-meets-Dan lens is no small feat, and the venue’s sound system made those layers pop. Then "Dirty Work" as the encore? That’s a bold, soulful closer—Teifer’s keys gave it a fresh spin while the band brought the house down. We went in expecting fun but got blown away—I love that. It’s remarkable how they exceeded our expectations, from the musicianship to the song choices.