Oteil

From the interview:

"I’m first in the line of believing that Phil Lesh is the true sound of the Grateful Dead."

Then I'm second in line.

I've seen Oteil hanging out with Phil at TxR a number of times, and rocking out in the middle of the crowd during the music.

I've spoken with him a few times and he's been a totally cool and groovy guy, and he's a kick-ass bass player.

Oteil is OK with me.

Oteil is going to be the artist-at-large at the Elements Music Festival in BC this coming August. I haven't pulled the trigger yet but an seriously considering it. Three nights of SCI, the triumphant return of Garaj Mahal and Kimock++. Oteil could be the special sauce.