Matt Hartle knows the music of the Grateful Dead. Whether he’s shredding a funky Terrapin with The China Cat’s or he’s pickin’ an old timey Old and In The Way tune, he’s sure to be creating a peak experience. Chasing Light Beams podcast sat down with Matt to hear him speak about how he creates his Jerry tones, what it’s like playing Dead tunes for new Heads as well as older ones and the magical formula that is built into the anatomy of a Dead song. So sit back and enjoy. We’re so glad that you could join us, because here everyone’s doin’ that rag!

Check out Matt’s different projects: 

The China Cats

Painted Mandolin

Grateful Sunday’s in Santa Cruz