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Shakedown Sunday at the 443 Social Club

Never miss a Sunday show.

Shakedown Sunday is a monthly series at Syracuse’s 443 Social Club, hosted by Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers and members of Dead to the Core with special guests, that celebrates the Grateful Dead.

The music spans not only the Dead’s originals but songs from across the roots and rock worlds they made their own, plus selections from Jerry Garcia Band, Garcia and Grisman, and Old and in the Way—and a sampling of original songs by the Shakedown Sunday performers. All delivered with the creative acoustic arrangements and lush vocal harmonies that are the hallmark of Dead to the Core.

Guest artists include an array of top-shelf singers, songwriters, and instrumentalists from Central New York and beyond, digging into their favorite tunes.

Expect deep cuts, fresh collaborations, old favorites reimagined. Only at Shakedown Sunday, only at the 443.

Never miss a Sunday show.

Coming next

March 29, 2026, with special guest Pete Heitzman — TWO SHOWS

Guitarist Pete Heitzman and singer-songwriter Karen Savoca have been creating a joyous blend of folk, blues, and soul for 45 years—releasing eight albums, touring all over North America (including over 200 shows with Greg Brown), and earning eight Sammy awards and induction into the Sammy Hall of Fame. The duo has also produced records for Greg Brown and Robert Hazard and scored feature films.

1 pm matinee — SOLD OUT — Join wait list

7 pm evening show — LOW TICKETS

April 19, 2026, with special guest José M. Lopez

José M. Lopez has been a professional musician and teacher in Central New York for over 35 years. Best known as the bassist and singer for Showtime the Band, he has performed with many local and national artists, including Marshall Tucker Band, Orleans, Eddie Money, Benny Mardones, and Ambrosia.