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Timothy “T-Bone” O’Shea currently resides in Denville, NJ. He attended St. Joseph’s High School in Metuchen before studying Broadcast Journalism at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications of Syracuse University, where he graduated in 2002. During his college years, he attended and reviewed many live shows in the Syracuse area at such venues as the Landmark Theatre and Armory High (fka Styleen's).

He currently works at a large law firm in Morris County, NJ. Hobbies include reading, visiting the Jersey Shore and, of course, live music. A veteran of over 200 Phish shows, he also counts The Disco Biscuits, moe., Ween, Umphrey's McGee and Belle & Sebastian as his favorite acts to see live.

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Third Time’s The Charm for the Dead and Knickerbocker Arena: June 11, 1992

Tim O'Shea Jun 11, 2021

By 1992, there was no secret about the affinity the Grateful Dead had for Albany's Knickerbocker Arena. This would be the third year in a row they made sure to make a tour stop here. But after two previous three-night runs, including the…

Features

25 Years Later: Phish Surprises Bearsville With Secret Gig

Tim O'Shea Jun 6, 2021

As Phish was putting the finishing touches on their acclaimed Billy Breathes album in 1996, they also honored a fun Bearsville, NY tradition. It had become commonplace for bands to play at a very small club called Joyous Lake whenever they…

News Desk

Museum of the City of New York to honor Music Legends in Advance of New ’80s Music Exhibit

Tim O'Shea May 30, 2021

The Museum of the City of New York has announced plans for a brand new exhibit that will feature an extensive look at the city's music scene in the '80s. New York, New Music: 1980-1986 will open on June 11 at the museum and promises to…

Show Reviews

10 Years Later: Phish Commence Summer Tour with 3 Nights at Bethel Woods

Tim O'Shea May 29, 2021

While it may be Memorial Day Weekend, it's also the ten-year anniversary of the one and only Phish run at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. In 2011, the band was still very much trying to gather its collective footing after reuniting…

News Desk

Mockingbird Foundation Announces Three-Day Streaming Event to Celebrate 25 Years

Tim O'Shea May 19, 2021

In celebration of their 25th year of providing music education to America's youth, the all-volunteer Mockingbird Foundation has announced a free, three-day streaming event that features a host of musicians, educators, and other speakers.…

Media

The Final Grateful Dead Show At Barton Hall: May 16, 1981

Tim O'Shea May 16, 2021

When terms like the Grateful Dead and Barton Hall come up in conversation, there's a good chance the show being discussed is the band's venerable May 9, 1977 performance. But there were two other shows played at this field house on the…

Jam/Progressive

Phish Summer and Fall 2021 Tours announced

Tim O'Shea May 11, 2021

After much anticipation, Phish has announced their rescheduled Summer Tour 2021 dates, plus some Fall dates as well. Included are all the original dates, with venue changes in Georgia and Pennsylvania, some summer shows rescheduled to…

Features

The Dead Dancin’ Syracuse: May 9,1978

Tim O'Shea May 9, 2021

The Grateful Dead have always been able to find shelter in Syracuse. Much like the band's much lauded previous year, 1978 would feature an extensive spring tour up and down the East Coast. 43 years ago, two nights after playing a show at…

Features

The Grateful Dead Tour Alfred College: May 1, 1970

Tim O'Shea May 1, 2021

The Grateful Dead played their one and only show in Alfred, New York, 51 years ago today. After gigs at their usual stomping grounds like the Fillmore West and the Family Dog in San Francisco the previous month, May 1970 kicked off with…

Audio

The Dead Begin Their Final Fillmore East Run: April 25, 1971

Tim O'Shea Apr 25, 2021

By 1971, The Grateful Dead had firmly established the Fillmore East as their New York City base of operations. But as the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. The Fillmore East would be shuttered by the end of the summer, but…