Zach Nugent's Dead Set · Portsmouth · Oct 9, 2026

Fronted by former Melvin Seals & JGB guitarist Zach Nugent, Dead Set is an extraordinary ensemble that brings the Grateful Dead?s timeless music to life with remarkable precision, authenticity, and passion. Celebrated for his uncanny ability to channel the spirit and virtuosic guitar work of Jerry Garcia, Nugent leads a tight-knit lineup of world-class musicians through the Dead's vast, ethereal catalog. From the cosmic improvisations of "Dark Star" to the high-energy grooves of "Sugar Magnolia," the band?s spellbinding jams and infectious enthusiasm capture the exact magic that made the Grateful Dead legendary. Dead Set delivers an immersive, one-of-a-kind concert experience that keeps audiences dancing all night while honoring Garcia?s enduring musical legacy.

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