Robert Hunter

Robert Hunter (June 23, 1941 – September 23, 2019) was an American lyricist, singer-songwriter, translator, and poet, best known for his work with Grateful Dead. When the Dead was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, Hunter was included as a band member, the only non-performer ever so honored. Hunter recorded several albums under his own name, collaborated with Bob Dylan on several occasions, and wrote songs with Jim Lauderdale, Greg Anton, Steve Kimock, David Nelson, Pete Sears, and Rob Barraco, among others.

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