Between the Dark and Light illuminates the spirit of the Grateful Dead like never before. These photos reveal the unique personality of each band member, the ecstatic energy of their shows, and the electric swirl that was the Grateful Dead experience. Blakesberg's behind-the-scenes perspective offers unusual intimacy, whether capturing the Dead swept up in a mesmerizing jam, or the late Jerry Garcia gazing alone into the lens - and straight into the soul of the viewer. This cherished collector's item presents an astonishing array of images that capture the musical, cultural, and personal magic of the Grateful Dead on and off stage. An irresistible 25-year visual journey, it showcases more than 500 rich color and black-and-white photos - hundreds never before seen. From photographer Jay Blakesberg's travels following the Dead in the late 1970s, to his intimate studio and home portraits in the '80s and '90s, Between the Dark and Light is a compelling view of an unparalleled pop culture phenomenon whose ripples will resonate for years to come.