Brown Eyed Women is the world's only all-female Grateful Dead tribute ensemble. They feature musicians from popular bands around the country and celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead with their unique spin.
Their high-caliber musicianship and shared love of the Grateful Dead drew them together. This band is decidedly different in a field brimming with tribute acts. BEW brings authentic jams and a heart and soulful approach to the Grateful Dead catalog.
2026 brings new players into the fold. This is all bigger than re-creating songs. It's about community, connection, and supporting women in music, especially within the Grateful Dead community.
Denise Parent: Drummer and Lead Vocalist
Jill Simmons: Lead Vocalist
Caroline Killoh: Keyboardist and Vocalist
Jen Rund: Bass Guitar
Liv Zutphen: Lead Guitar
Patti Spadaro: Rhythm Guitar
A very big thank you to former and founding members:
Joni Bottari: OG Lead Guitarist
Dana Carroll: OG Bassist
Katie Moore: OG Rhythm Guitarist and Vocalist
BEW have been joined by some notable musicians:
John Kadlecik: Lead Guitar
David Gans: Lead Vocals and Guitar
Lisa Mackey: Harmonica, Lead and Background Vocals
Jennifer Hartswick: Lead Vocals and Trumpet
Natalie Cressman: Lead Vocals and Trombone
Ron Holloway: Saxophone
Gail Hegeman: Drums
Anna Elva: Drums
They have called some talented folks to fill in when needed:
Jay Faires: Lead Guitar
JD Smith: Bass Guitar
Eric Swanson: Bass Guitar
Angeline Saris: Bass Guitar
Katie Pearlman: Rhythm Guitar
If you’ve seen them before, you already know: no two nights are the same.
If you haven’t — 2026 is a pretty good year to jump on the bus.
