Friend of the Devil: Len Dell'Amico Reflects on a Career with Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead

Fairfax-based Filmmaker and author Len Dell’Amico shares stories and insights from his 2025 book Friend of the Devil, a refreshing and resonant look at his years working with the Grateful Dead and the creative spirit that defined one of America’s most iconic bands. As the Dead’s longtime video director and a close collaborator on concert films and documentaries, Dell’Amico offers a behind-the-scenes view of how music, friendship, and improvisation came together to create something timeless.

In this engaging presentation, Len reflects on the band’s collaborative ethos, the evolution of their live performances, and what the Grateful Dead can still teach us about creativity and community today.