Watkins Glen ’73: The Historic Festival That Beat Woodstock in Size & Spirit!

Watkins Glen ’73: The Historic Festival That Beat Woodstock in Size & Spirit! #gratefuldead #watkinsglen1973 #summerjam Step into the unforgettable Watkins Glen ’73 festival - where over 600,000 fans gathered for a one-day music event featuring the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers Band, and The Band. This documentary unpacks the magic of that day, from the legendary 90-minute Grateful Dead soundcheck jam to the festival's record-breaking attendance. Discover how promoters Sam Cutler and Bill Graham sold 150,000 tickets before making the concert free, the dynamic between Jerry Garcia and Dickey Betts, and the teenage pirate-radio crew who broadcast the show. Why didn't the Grateful Dead release a live album from the event? Tune in for exclusive insights from musicians, fans, and managers. Join us in reliving this iconic moment in music history and explore how Watkins Glen ’73 became the largest and most memorable pop festival in America - surpassing even Woodstock. 🔗 Stay Connected With Us. 🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬.    / @theshakedownarchives   ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️    • The Real Story Behind ‘Casey Jones’ – Grat...   ▶️    • How LSD and the Acid Tests Created the Gra...   ▶️    • Dark Star’s Transformation: From 1968 Sing...   ▶️    • Box of Rain: The Inside Story of The Grate...   ▶️    • Video   ================================= #gratefuldead #watkinsglen1973 #summerjam #legendaryfestival #allmanbrothers #historicconcert Watkins Glen ’73: The Historic Festival That Beat Woodstock in Size & Spirit! Contact for inquiries, questions and comments: [email protected] © 2025 The Shakedown Archives