William Kreutzmann Jr. (/ ˈkrɔɪtsmɑːn / KROYTS-mahn; [1] born May 7, 1946) [2] is an American drummer and founding member of the rock band Grateful Dead.

Bill Kreutzmann was one of the founding members and drummer for every one of the Grateful Dead's 2,300+ concerts, playing in the greatest improvisational band of all time.

5 days ago · Bill Kreutzmann, the Grateful Dead’s sole surviving founding member, reflects on his lifelong friendship with Bob Weir, recalling the band’s early days and decades on the road.

Jan 11, 2026 · Born on May 7, 1946, in Palo Alto, California, Bill Kreutzmann is a composer and actor, best known for his work on Apocalypse Now (1979), The Dreamers (2003), and with the …

From the Dead’s earliest days through their decades of evolution, his playing anchored the band, blending precision with a loose, jazz-inflected swing. His drumming was central to early …

3 days ago · Drummer Bill Kreutzmann, the last surviving original Grateful Dead member, has posted an emotional tribute to late bandmate Bob Weir.

4 days ago · Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann has shared his thoughts on his late bandmate Bob Weir, whose death was announced Saturday.In a lengthy post on Instagram, …

4 days ago · Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann has written a heartfelt tribute to his late bandmate, Bob Weir.

4 days ago · Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann posted a poignant essay honoring his late bandmate guitarist Bob Weir.

4 days ago · Photo Credit: Rosie McGee Bill Kreutzmann: Jerry Garcia had already been playing music with Bob Weir in a jug band when he called me up to form a