Mikaela Davis & Southern Star performed ethereal covers of Grateful Dead classics at the Relix Studio. The performance was recorded and filmed on Aug. 3, 2021.

The collective quintet opened the batch of their Grateful Dead favorites with “Mountains on the Moon,” immediately proving, without a shadow of a doubt, their mastery and familiarity of the songs. Mikaela Davis’ angelic vocals and harp playing melted together with the space and vibrations provided by Southern Star. They continued to create a transcendent cadence as they moved from “Dark Star” to “Wharf Rat.”

As they approached the close of their 42-minute set and “St. Stephen” was in full swing, it was apparent this performance was channeling the very spirit of a special kind of music.

This performance was a part of the Rex Foundation’s Daze Between benefit, which continues their mission of “extensive community support to creative endeavors in the arts, sciences, and education.”

Mikaela Davis & Southern Star played at the Westville Music Bowl for the benefit of the Rex Foundation on Aug. 8.

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