Frequently Asked Questions... and Their Answers

New to the scene? Returning to the scene after a lengthy absence? Hopefully this page will answer some questions you have and help familiarize you with "The Dog."

Personnel

Who is RatDog?

Do the band members emulate the guys from The Dead? Like does Steve copy Jerry?

Do the band members besides Bob sing?

Jeff's keyboard looks an awful lot like Brent Mydland's Hammond. Is it?

The Music

What kind of music does RatDog play?

Does RatDog play tunes exactly the way the Dead played them?

Who writes RatDog's original tunes? Are there many?

Does RatDog play Jerry tunes?

Does Bob still do his 'hahs!' and all those other Bobby things he used to do?

How can I get my hands on some RatDog shows?

Being There

What's with all the shows in the northeast? It seems like that's where they spend most of their time.

What kind of crowd will I encounter?

How are the shows structured?

Does RatDog allow taping?

Can I bring my camera?