Robert Hunter, Grateful Dead lyricist and poet, dead at 78
The poet behind much of the Grateful Dead’s anthology has passed away: Robert Hunter died Monday at 78. Family members said in a statement Tuesday that the experimental rock legend’s enduring songs will help him live on forever. “It is with great sadness we confirm our beloved Robert passed away yesterday night,” Hunter’s family announced...
New York Post — The poet behind much of the Grateful Dead’s anthology has passed away: Robert Hunter died Monday at 78. Family members said in a statement Tuesday that the experimental... more info
Stereogum — Robert Hunter, the poet and musician who wrote many of the Grateful Dead's lyrics, died on Monday night,
Rolling Stone
reports. No cause of death was given. He was 78. more info
Consequence of Sound — Hunter was responsible for many of the Grateful Dead's best-known songs, including "Touch of Grey", "Box of Rain".
R.I.P. Robert Hunter, Grateful Dead lyricist and poet,... more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Robert Hunter, who died on Sept. 22 at age 78, matched words to Jerry Garcia's melodies and served as the public conscience for the Grateful Dead, whom he joined as a non... more info