US guitarist and songwriter Bob Weir, a founding member of the revolutionary, psychedelic jam band Grateful Dead, has died aged 78, his family announced.

Jan. 10 (UPI) -- Grateful Dead founding member and guitarist Bob Weir died from natural causes while surrounded by loved ones, his daughter, Chloe Weir announced on Saturday.

Veteran rock ‌musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and ‌success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account today.

Jan 10 - Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead's rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Saturday. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Jan 10 - Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead's rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary psychedelic jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, his family said in a statement on Saturday. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at age 78. Weir's death was announced Saturday in a statement on his Instagram page. “It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Bobby Weir,” the statement said. “He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by loved…

Bob Weir, guitarist, singer and founding member of the Grateful Dead, has died at 78.