ACE & Friends is a southern Connecticut band playing music performed by the Grateful Dead.  

"Ace & Friends bring the true Grateful Dead vibe - not just in how they play the songs, but the feeling and the emotion. An Ace & Friends show is both a party and a loving tribute to the Dead!"

David Kaye, Co-Founder and General Manager, 

Nod Hill Brewery, Ridgefield, CT

“Ace & Friends deserves a spot with the best dead tribute bands in Connecticut. Great to work with and kept it high energy the whole night. We loved having them!”

Brian Teagarden, Owner

Sugar Hollow Tap Room, Danbury, CT

“ACE & Friends is clearly one of the elite Grateful Dead tribute bands in our area. They always bring an energetic and receptive crowd. We look forward to their appearances at BRYAC!”

Michael Andre, Owner, BRYAC

Black Rock (Bridgeport), CT

“ACE & Friends is the closest thing you're going to get to a real Grateful Dead show.  They are spectacular musicians, and bring a terrific crowd that appreciates the music of the Grateful Dead. Close your eyes and let the sweet sounds carry you away”  

Jed Simon, Owner, OG Social Club 

Old Greenwich, CT,