MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor the Grateful Dead as its 2025 Persons of the Year. MusiCares announced Wednesday that it will recognize original members Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, Phil Lesh and Bobby Weir for their philanthropic efforts, their unique ability to foster community through concerts and for their impact on American music on their 60th anniversary. Over the years, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members have supported causes across environmental conservation, mental health, music education, social justice and advocated to combat poverty, including with initiatives like Lesh’s […]