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Missing Man-The Vince Welnick Story

Missing Man-The Vince Welnick Story

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 Vince Welnick’s journey took him from the groundbreaking artistry and theatrics of The Tubes to the legendary stage of the Grateful Dead.. This is not just a story about a keyboardist—it’s a story about a man whose career experienced the highest highs and lowest lows.. It’s about the moments that defined him, the music that flowed from his heart. Welcome to Missing Man: The Vince Welnick Story. This is a journey through the life of a musician whose light shone brightly. It’s a story of artistry, friendship, mental health, and the search for peace. I’m your host, and I invite you to join me as we explore the legacy of Vince Welnick, a man whose music touched many, and whose story deserves to be told.Caronia Media Group Musique
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    • Vince Welnick's Golden Days

      Vince Welnick's Golden Days
      Jul 8 2025
      Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of depression, psychiatric medication, and suicide.

      In the final episode of Missing Man: The Vince Welnick Story, we take a clear-eyed, compassionate look at Vince’s final years, beginning with his time in the Grateful Dead. We examine the fan criticism he endured, how he evolved as a player, and the profound impact Jerry Garcia’s death had on the band and its extended family. Vince’s post-Dead years were marked by both triumph and tragedy, with three defining moments that shaped his final decade: the bus incident during a RatDog tour, his exclusion from the 2002 Grateful Dead reunion, and ultimately, his death by suicide in 2006.

      The episode features Vince’s widow, Laurie Welnick, who speaks candidly and courageously about Vince’s final days. Friends and collaborators—including Fee Waybill, Michele Rundgren, Bobby Strickland, and Bob Bralove—share emotional reactions to the news of his death and reflect on the lasting impact Vince had on their lives.

      The episode also touches on Vince’s struggle with depression and his use of Zoloft, with the host offering a personal perspective on the challenges of navigating mental health treatment. Despite the pain, Golden Days is a celebration of Vince’s enduring spirit, musical legacy, and the friendships he forged. This is not a story about how Vince died—it’s a story about how he lived, and the love he left behind.

      Special Thanks to: (in no particular order)

      Laurie Welnick
      Prairie Prince
      Fee Waybill
      Todd Rundgren
      Bobby Strickland
      Michele Rundgren
      Todd Rundgren
      The Tapes Archive
      Mike Duffy
      Bob Bralove
      Dennis McNally
      David Gans
      Scott Guberman
      Lyn Kalnitz
      The patient and lovely Mrs. Jennings
      Joey Suto
      Thom Jr.
      The Jennings Family Members who had to listen to me talk about this for years
      Chris Epting and Paul Meyers- for inspiring me, even if you didn't know you did,
      Mary Jo Whitman, for encouragement

      To Vince, for all the great music and for being an all-around great guy. I hope I have returned the favor.




      This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by GO ART!
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      57 min
    • The Audition

      The Audition
      Jun 4 2025
      As the Grateful Dead searches for a new keyboardist following the untimely passing of Brent Mydland, Vince Welnick prepares for the opportunity of a lifetime. In Episode 5, “The Audition,” we follow Vince’s emotional and intense journey from hopeful contender to official member of one of the world’s most iconic bands.

      Vince’s widow, Laurie Welnick, offers a deeply personal look at how Vince prepared for the audition and the weight of waiting for the call. We also hear from Tubes frontman Fee Waybill, Michele Rundgren, Mike Duffy, and Bobby Strickland as they reflect on Vince’s talent and perseverance, and Bob Bralove offers insights into Vince's mental state going into the rehearsal process. At the same time, Grateful Dead publicist Dennis McNally provides historical context for the moment. Archival clips from Bob Weir and Vince Welnick himself capture the raw emotion of the moment Vince got the gig.
      This pivotal chapter in Vince’s story highlights both the promise and pressure of joining the Dead, as well as the quiet strength that helped him seize the chance.

      Next week is the final episode.


      Laurie Welnick
      Fee Waybill
      Todd Rundgren
      Bobby Strickland
      MicheleRundgren
      The Tapes Archive
      Mike Duffy
      Bob Bralove
      Dennis McNally
      David Gans

      This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by GO ART!
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      29 min
    • Bonus Content: Unreleased Interview with Vince Welnick from 1989

      Bonus Content: Unreleased Interview with Vince Welnick from 1989
      May 28 2025
      In this special bonus episode of Missing Man – The Vince Welnick Story, we present a never-before-released interview with Vince Welnick, recorded in 1989 aboard Todd Rundgren's tour bus. Conducted by Bill Salom for Utopia Times, this candid conversation offers a rare glimpse into Vince’s world during a pivotal time in his career — post-Tubes, pre-Dead, and deep in the creative trenches with Rundgren. Listeners will hear Vince reflect on life on the road, his evolving role as a keyboardist, his admiration for Rundgren's musical genius, and the camaraderie that shaped their tour. He speaks openly about the highs and lows of life after The Tubes and what drives him as an artist. The atmosphere is intimate, the dialogue unfiltered, and Vince’s humor, humility, and passion shine through. Unearthed after more than three decades, this archival gem captures Vince Welnick in transition — a man between legends, still full of hope and heart. Note: Audio is taken from the source and may contain minor imperfections, but Vince’s voice cuts through clearly and powerfully.


      This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by GO ART!
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      35 min
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