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2010-07-02 | This week we have a sweet show from a year that has always been under-represented in the ranks of soundboard tapes - 1981 - This one saw the light of day earlier this year, and I'm really glad to share it with you this week. The boys are really on fire on this one - very tight and well played sets - and while most of the fireworks might come in the 2nd set we'll be listening to next week - just listen to the great transitions here in set 1 and pay particular attention to Jerry on 'Let It Grow' ---wow... Grateful Dead - May 1, 1981 Hampton Coliseum - Hampton, VA set 1: Alabama Getaway > Promised Land Friend Of The Devil -> Me And My Uncle -> Big River Althea -> Little Red Rooster Tennessee Jed -> Let It Grow -> Deal | |
2010-06-25 | Every so often I get the craving for some 'pure' Jerry - and this is one of those weeks - this week I'm bringing you one of the lesser known of the bands Jerry played with - Reconstruction. Here's the lineup for this show: Jerry Garcia guitar, vocals John Kahn bass Merl Saunders keyboards Ed Neumeister trombone Ron Stallings saxophone, vocals Gaylord Birch drums It's possible that this isn't everyone's cup of tea - but while its not the most well-known Garcia, I think you'll enjoy it... Reconstruction - July 7, 1979 Keystone - Palo Alto, CA - Set 1 - Tellin' My Friends That's What Love Will Make You Do Do I Move You Another Star Struggling Man Make It Better | |
2010-06-18 | This week we will hear the rest of the second set from the 4/26/83 show at the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. I personally enjoyed listening to this as I find the Truckin'->Morning Dew very well played and while many of us tired of Throwin' Stones ->Not Fade Away it did have its own charm and power.. I hope you enjoy this one! Grateful Dead the Spectrum Philadelphia PA 4/26/83 from set 2: Space ->Truckin'-> Morning Dew-> Throwing Stones-> Not Fade Away E: U.S. Blues I've also included a couple very nice pieces from Legion of Mary - this from the Great American Music Hall on 12/15/74 -- The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down Valdez In The Country (Bossa Martin) | |
2010-06-11 | This week we have the first part of the second set of this very well played show from the spring tour of 1983 - this set starts with a fabulous Help->Slip->Frank.. I really love the slipknot here and recommend that you give it a good listen... If your'e a Brent fan you'll enjoy his work on Man Smart, Woman Smarter I know this Deadpod is a bit shorter than usual - was running out of space this week - but we'll be back to normal next time - thanks for your patience! Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia PA 4/26/83 set 2 Two Help On The Way [3:12] > Slipknot! [5:11] > Franklin's Tower [9:45] > Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:56] > Drums | |
2010-06-04 | This week's Deadpod results once more from a wonderful suggestion from one of our listeners - this one was for something from the Spring tour of 1983 - a great set of shows - and while this show isn't *exactly* one of the ones requested its one I quite enjoy.. it starts out with a thunderous Shakedown Street and the energy throughout is quite good. I really think you'll enjoy it! Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA Date 4/26/83 - Tuesday One Shakedown Street [14:09] ; New Minglewood Blues [8:09] ; They Love Each Other [8:16] ; Me And My Uncle [3:24]> Mexicali Blues [5:09] ; Maybe You Know [4:58] ; West L.A. Fadeaway [7:31] ; My Brother Esau [5:16] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [5:22] ; Let It Grow [12:28] | |
2010-05-28 | I had a request a couple weeks back to play something for the folks suffering from the horrible floods that hit Nashville TN recently - I know there are still alot of folks there who won't have their lives together for awhile and I thought about this 'partial' soundboard from a wonderful show the boys played there back in 1972 - in fact you can read all about this show and see some newspaper clippings and such about the show here: http://thevucentennialclass.blogspot.com/2008/10/we-living-still-salute-dead.html Unfortunately we only have part of the second set, but it is a really great part! :) I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.. Grateful Dead Vanderbilt University, Nashville TN 10/21/1972 from set 2: He's Gone, Greatest Story Ever Told, Bird Song, Truckin'->The Other One->Morning Dew | |
2010-05-21 | This week's Deadpod answers another listener request - and frankly this show is *electric* If you don't dig this first set I don't know what's up.. this is one of Dick Latvala's favorite sets and its easy to see why he coined the term 'Primal Dead' for it.. the first set is fabulous -we probably don't have everything here -- but what is here exists in really wonderful quality and reflects the band as young and fully charged.. in every sense..I'm sure you'll enjoy this one ! Grateful Dead Avalon Ballroom San Francisco CA 10/12/68 One Dark Star [14:53]> Saint Stephen [4:51]> The Eleven [9:58]> Death Don't Have No Mercy ; Two Cryptical Envelopment [#1:28]> Drums [0:10]> The Other One [7:08]> Cryptical Envelopment [8:30]> New Potato Caboose [3:28]> Jam [3:11]> Drums [1:35]> Jam I want to take a moment to thank those of you who have recently made a contribution to the Deadpod - If anyone else could do so I'd very much appreciate it.. Thanks for listening my friends! | |
2010-05-14 | This week we have the second set from the Rex Benefit. This features a nice start, with a 'Good Times' into Hey Pocky Way.. a very unusual Ship of Fools, Playin' into Eyes.. and a Wharf Rat in the ballad slot.. Good classic late 80s Grateful Dead.. Grateful Dead Frost Ampitheater, Stanford U. Palo Alto CA 5/6/89 Good Times ; Hey Pocky Way ; Samson And Delilah ; Ship Of Fools ; Playing In The Band> Eyes Of The World> Drums> Space> I Will Take You Home ; The Wheel> I Need A Miracle> Wharf Rat> Around And Around> Not Fade Away Encore Black Muddy River | |
2010-05-07 | This week - in a nod I suppose to the new Rhino release from the Summer of '89, I decided to feature this fine show from the spring of that year. This was originally a Rex Benefit, at the Frost Ampitheater in Palo Alto CA, a fine venue that the band always seemed to enjoy playing. This show is no exception, the first set perhaps has a somewhat mellow tempo or vibe, but I think they display fine form on Peggy-O and They Love Each Other.. the Race Is On indicates it must be Derby day ;). I'm not a huge West LA fan, but I am a fan of Brent's 'Just A Little Light'.. I think it was always special when they did a China->Rider to close out a first set.. Grateful Dead 05/06/89 Frost Amphitheatre, Stanford University Palo Alto, CA Set 1 Jack Straw Peggy-O Walkin' Blues They Love Each Other The Race Is On West L.A. Fadeaway Just A Little Light Queen Jane Approximately China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider | |
2010-04-30 | Hello Friends! this week we'll listen to the second set of this fine show from the beginning of the famous Spring of 1977 tour, in Philadelphia PA. This starts with a very nice Scarlet->Fire, a very new combination at the time, and Jerry does an excellent job jamming out on this one. It's followed by a wonderful Samson & Delilah - love the way Bob phrases this one, then a personal favorite, Must have Been the Roses. An unusual Dancin->Got My Mojo Workin'->Dancin' leads into the Wheel-Terrapin combo which closes this gem. This may not be the very best show of this tour, but it is a great listen and I hope you enjoy it! 4/22/77 - Grateful Dead The Spectrum - Philadelphia, PA Set 2: Encore: U.S. Blues | |
2010-04-23 | I can usually hold off on these until May officially rolls in, but this spring has come early, and with it, my desire to sample one of these delicious shows from Spring of 1977 - this one is also from the start of the tour, but its a beauty.. This first set starts off with that slow tempo many of these sets exhibit, but by the time we reach that Playin' which closes the first set - Zowie! - we're really in the zone.. Grateful Dead 4/22/77 The Spectrum, Philadelphia PA One The Promised Land [#2:01] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [10:15] ; Looks Like Rain [7:45] ; Deal [6:06] ; El Paso [4:22] ; Tennessee Jed [7:47] ; Estimated Prophet [7:38] ; Peggy-O [7:45] ; Playing In The Band [21:02] | |
2010-04-16 | This week we will hear the rest of Grateful Dead's performance at the Scope in Norfolk, VA, on April 3rd, 1982. After that interesting Scarlet->Fire we heard to close last week's Deadpod, the band goes into a fairly long and jammy Estimated, then a nice Eyes into Brent's "Never Trust A Woman" - while this may not have been your favorite back in the day, I admit I really enjoy listening to Brent now.. after the drums/space, the band goes into a nice NFA->Stella Blue.. an always welcome US Blues encore rounds out an enjoyable show.. Grateful Dead - April 3, 1982 Scope - Norfolk, VA Eyes Of The World -> Never Trust A Woman -> Drums -> Space -> Not Fade Away -> Stella Blue -> One More Saturday Night Encore: U.S. Blues | |
2010-04-09 | This week we'll listen to the rest of set 1 of this classic Dead show from 1982, The Scope in Norfolk VA. In addition to an outstanding Peggy-O, the highlight of this week's show for me, is the outstanding Scarlet->Fire - check out Bobby who is really "ON" during the transition jam... I think its quite worthwhile... Grateful Dead - April 3, 1982 Scope - Norfolk, VA Big River Peggy-O -> C C Rider Bird Song It's All Over Now Althea -> Let It Grow Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain | |
2010-04-02 | This week we get to listen to the final part of the Dead's performance on April 27th, 1971 at the Fillmore East, NYC., NY. This includes a wonderful "Sing Me Back Home" and a classic Pigpen Lovelight.. I'm sure you'll enjoy it... Grateful Dead - April 27, 1971 Fillmore East - New York, NY Johnny B. Goode Sing Me Back Home Uncle John's Band Turn On Your Lovelight In addition, because this didn't seem quite enough for a Deadpod , I decided to begin a set suggested by one of my wonderful listeners, 4/3/82 from Norfolk VA - we'll only get to hear the first part of set 1, but I think this is a unique show, and its fun to hear this early 80s Dead sound.. I hope you agree! Grateful Dead - April 3, 1982 Scope - Norfolk, VA Alabama Getaway -> Greatest Story Ever Told They Love Each Other Me And My Uncle -> Big River | |
2010-03-26 | This week's Deadpod continues with the second set of this wonderful show from the Fillmore East, April 27th, 1971.. It starts with some fine classic Dead tunes, then the boys are joined onstage by the Beach Boys! Together, they combine on some really fun songs - especially the truly poignant Okie From Muskogee" ... Grateful Dead - April 27, 1971 Fillmore East - New York, NY Set 2: Sugar Magnolia Deal Me And My Uncle Bird Song Playing In The Band Dire Wolf Searchin' Riot In Cell Block #9 Good Vibrations I Get Around Help Me Rhonda Okie From Muskogee | |
2010-03-19 | Sometimes events happen that push me to pick out a show for the Deadpod that I hadn't been thinking about at all.. such happened this week - first the newest "Road Trips" Release - Nov. 15, 1971 from Austin Texas arrived in my mailbox - I don't often gush over these but this is a good one! At about the same time a series of new releases on the tape collecting scene from legendary collector Charlie Miller - including this beauty from a legendary night at the Fillmore East in New York City, April 27th 1971. While this night is best known for the second set we'll hear next week (when the boys are joined on stage by the Beach Boys) - this first set has some mighty fine playing on it - including what is arguably the best "Hard To Handle" you'll find.. Grateful Dead April 27, 1971 Fillmore East, New York City, NY set 1: 1. Truckin', 10:54 2. Mama Tried, 3:14 3. Bertha, 6:33 4. Things Won't Be The Same, 4:38 5. Cumberland Blues, 6:29 6. Bobby McGee, 6:25 7. Loser, 6:51 8. Hard To Handle, 9:53 9. China> Rider, 10:44 10. Casey Jones,6:54 (end set) | |
2010-03-12 | Hello Friends! This week more from the wonderful show that took place on March 5th 1972 at Winterland - this second set features a great Pigpen Good Lovin' and a wonderful Goin' Down the Road Feeling Bad-Not Fade Away combo.. I've rounded out the hour with a couple tracks from a sweet Legion of Mary show that took place in 1975 at the Bottom Line in NYC.. hope you enjoy it.. Grateful Dead - March 5, 1972 Winterland - San Francisco, CA Good Lovin' Not Fade Away-> Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad-> Not Fade Away e: One More Saturday Night Legion of Mary the Bottom Line, NYC., NY 4/9/75 Think I Second that Emotion | |
2010-03-05 | This week's Deadpod features a wonderful show that happened on this date 38 years ago.. March 5, 1975 at Winterland in San Franscisco CA. While there are a few tape splices on this overall I think while this is not a pristine recording that's its quite listenable and the band is in fine fine form. Keith is new to the lineup and a great addition at this point (and listen for Wavy Gravy at the start of China Cat).. and of course its great to listen to Pigpen as well.. We'll play the second set next week........ Grateful Dead - March 5, 1972 Winterland - San Francisco, CA Bertha Black Throated Wind Mr. Charlie Sugaree Greatest Story Ever Told Next Time You See Me Tennessee Jed Jack Straw China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider Mexicali Blues You Win Again El Paso Casey Jones | |
2010-02-26 | This week, bowing to listener requests ;) I've decided to bring you some Furthur - this comes to us from their New Year's Eve show in San Francisco CA, 12/31/09 - I decided to bring you some of the 2nd set then part of the jam after Midnight... this is a fine example of this new outfit and of course its great to hear these classic Dead songs with new life breathed into them.. Furthur is on tour of course right now, and I hope that you can catch one of their shows now, or this summer when they've already started booking dates... The Band: Bob Weir Guitar and Vocals Phil Lesh Bass Guitar and Vocals Sunshine Becker Vocals Jeff Chimenti Keyboards Zoe Ellis Vocals John Kadlecik Guitar and Vocals Jay Lane Percussion Joe Russo Drums 12/31/09 Bill Graham Auditorium, San Francisco CA Time> Uncle John's Band After Midnight III: Golden Road to Unlimited Devotion> Let It Grow> Cryptical Envelopment> Born Cross-Eyed> The Other One> Cryptical Envelopment | |
2010-02-19 | This week's Deadpod features the second set of this classic show from the Spring of 1990, appropriately enough I suppose, from Canada, given the Olympics and all :) Brent really shines on this set, as is very apparent in the Scarlet->Fire transition and in the soulful Hey Jude... Jerry favors us with the very last version of 'Believe It Or Not'.. all in all a wonderful set of music... Grateful Dead 3/22/90 Copps Coliseum, Hamilton, Ontario Canada Set2 Scarlet Begonias>> Fire On The Mountain Samson & Delilah Believe It Or Not Truckin'>> Drums>> Space/Jam>> The Other One>> Hey Jude>> Sugar Magnolia Encore It's All Over Now, Baby Blue | |
2010-02-12 | This week's Deadpod features one of the truly stellar shows from the exceptional Spring of 1990 tour, by listener request. This week we'll hear the first set - the band is really listening to each other and plays a very tight enjoyable set of music: Grateful Dead 3/22/90 Copps Coliseum, Hamilton, Ontario Canada set 1: Feel Like A Stranger West L.A. Fadeaway Easy to Love You Beat It On Down the Line It Must Have Been The Roses The Last Time Picasso Moon Don't Ease Me In | |
2010-02-05 | This week I'm going to bring you the entire second set from this legendary show that took place on December 6th, 1973 in Cleveland Ohio. My first show, I had no idea what I was witnessing - but of course I'm sure it permanently altered my DNA :) This second set features one of the greatest versions of 'Here Come Sunshine' and of course, a legendary Dark Star. The length of this Deadpod is substantially longer than usual, but the music is so substantial that I know its well worth the investment ... Grateful Dead - December 6, 1973 Public Hall - Cleveland, OH set 2: Ramble On Rose Me And My Uncle Here Comes Sunshine Big River Dark Star -> Eyes Of The World -> Stella Blue Sugar Magnolia I hope that you find this music as magical as I do, I think it represents the band at one of the apexes of their history.... | |
2010-01-29 | This week's Deadpod features, yes, another show from 1973.. but speaking of *this* show as 'another show from 73' strikes me as a sacrilege simply because not only was this show, my baptism to the Grateful Dead, its one of their all-time classics, in my opinion. While its true that your brains won't be melted until the Dark Star in the second set, the first set which we will play this week, features plenty of 'Good Old' Grateful Dead to get your blood flowin' during these cold Winter days.... Grateful Dead - December 6, 1973 Public Hall - Cleveland, OH Set 1: Bertha Mexicali Blues Loser Black Throated Wind They Love Each Other Beat It On Down The Line Deal El Paso Row Jimmy Greatest Story Ever Told China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider Around And Around | |
2010-01-22 | This week marked the 75th birthday of one of the most pivotal characters in the history of the Grateful Dead, Owsley Stanley. It would certainly not be an exaggeration to claim that the Grateful Dead would not have been without his help and involvement - nor even to say that the world is a much different place because of all he has done.. Jamie Waddell over at Lossless legs released this music, recorded by Bear himself, to mark the occasion and I felt it a noteworthy moment and wanted to share it with you.. This is a beautiful show, nicely recorded (there are spots with quite a lot of reverb) and not every song was recorded.. we have what Bear decided to record... but I do think you'll enjoy it.. **HAPPY BIRTHDAY BEAR** Grateful Dead Greek Theatre Berkeley California June 20th 1986 Set One 01. In The Midnight Hour 02. Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo 03. El Paso 04. West L.A. Fadeaway 05. Me And My Uncle -> 06. Mexicali Blues 07. Candyman 08. Let It Grow Set Two 09. Uncle John's Band -> 10. Playing In The Band -> 11. Comes A Time -> [ Drums -> Space -> I Need A Miracle -> ] <---missing 12. Black Peter -> 13. Around And Around -> 14. Good Lovin' MISSING: Encore- Mighty Quinn | |
2010-01-15 | This week - the second part of this fabulous recording of Jerry Garcia and Merle Saunders during the salad days of 1973 - July 10th at the Keystone in Berkeley CA. I don't have alot to say about this - let you ears enjoy the genius displayed and lose yourself in this fabulous recording... the notes for this recording state: "I'm not sure on the lineage but I've thought alot about it. It's obviously a multitrack mixdown(gaps between tunes). Some of the JGB stuff from the Debbie Stash are masters(like 6-6-73!!). My best guess of the 7-10-73 is Multitracks(Bob and Betty Ampex MM110)>2 track mixdown MR>R @ 7 1/2 ips.(WB)>DVD. That's what I think it is esp. being a 7 1/2 ips. reel and the dynamics(nice!!). It was probably "working reels" for the original album that Jerry had maybe that he was picking tunes from" Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders July 10 1973 The Keystone Berkeley, California part 2: I Second That Emotion Someday Baby Merl's Tunes It's No Use Positively 4th Street Encore: How Sweet It Is | |
2010-01-08 | Perhaps it seems that I've played more than my usual share of Garcia recently - but this newly released gem demands to be heard.. This is (probably) a multi-track recording with the legendary Merle Saunders at the Keystone in Berkeley CA, July 10, 1973. This is a truly wonderful recording, and if you're a fan of Jerry/Merle then you'll really enjoy this week's and next week's show (when I play the rest of this show)... Not only does this week's set feature the very first 'The Harder They Come' performance, every song is really a treat, in my opinion.... Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders July 10 1973 The Keystone Berkeley, California Hi-Heel Sneakers Finders Keepers The Harder They Come **first version by Garcia It Takes a Lot to Laugh, It Takes a Train to Cry It's Too Late My Funny Valentine Mystery Train | |
2010-01-01 | Happy New Year! I hope you have a wonderful New Year!!! Today I decided that I would finish playing the excellent 2nd set from 3/24/86 that I started 2 weeks ago, rather than bring you a New Year's Eve show - in my opinion this is a fine second set that I'm sure you will enjoy!! It contains the very last Lost Sailor->Saint of Circumstance, and an outstanding Morning Dew - I know, there's no Sugar Magnolia, but the Midnight Hour Encore is a keeper! Grateful Dead March 24, 1986 The Spectrum, Philadelphia, PA Mississippi Half Step> Women Are Smarter High Time *Lost Sailor> Saint Of Circumstance> Drumz> Space> Morning Dew Crowd and Tuning Encore: Midnight Hour | |
2009-12-25 | Merry Christmas! I have always had a tradition of bringing you acoustic music on the holidays and I see no reason not to continue that this year - I've come across some really special music to share with you this year and I hope it fills you with peace and love and joy this year. This is a rare, solo Jerry show - it speaks for itself - Jerry Garcia 4-10-1982 - Late Capitol Theater Passaic, NJ Jack-A-Roe Going, Going, Gone Dire Wolf Gomorrah Run For The Roses Friend Of The Devil Oh Babe, It Ain't No Lie Rosalie McFall Sing Me Back Home Deep Elem Blues It Takes A Lot To Laugh, It Takes A Train To Cry Ballad Of Casey Jones China Doll> Ripple E: Reuben And Cherise | |
2009-12-18 | This week's Deadpod has two unusual occurances - first a show from 1986 - a year I usually find quite depressing and an audience tape to boot! I think when you give this show a listen you'll understand why I decided to ignore my prejudices and post this classic show! This one starts with a smokin' Alabama Getaway into Greatest Story.. there's a *fine* Dire Wolf and I was always a fan of Brother Esau.. the rest of the set is very well played as well, and closes with the second Box of Rain in a week after having not been played since '73.. the crowd goes predictably wild.. :) I hope you enjoy the performance.. Grateful Dead the Spectrum, Philadelphia PA 3/24/86 Monday Alabama Getaway [4:33] > Greatest Story Ever Told [4:00] ; Dire Wolf [3:06] ; Little Red Rooster [7:57] ; Brown Eyed Women [4:57] ; My Brother Esau [4:36] ; Ramble On Rose [6:52] ; El Paso [5:11] ; Box Of Rain [4:59] | |
2009-12-11 | This week's Deadpod starts with one of my all-time favorite Shakedown Streets - this one really blows the doors off the place then seques into a fine Samson & Delilah..After a sweet Ship of Fools we're treated to a great ride on the Terrapin Express!! This set seems a real precursor of the fine shows to follow in 1980 and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.. the double encore, Alabama Getaway into Promised Land, shows me the band had a great time this night as well! Grateful Dead - December 11, 1979 Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall - Kansas City, KS Set 2: Tuning Shakedown Street -> Samson & Delilah Ship of Fools Terrapin Station -> Lost Sailor Saint Jam -> Saint Of Circumstance -> Estimated Jam -> Drums -> Not Fade Away -> Black Peter -> Sugar Magnolia Encore: Alabama Getaway -> The Promised Land | |
2009-12-04 | This week's Deadpod features a show that I've always enjoyed, although the recordings that were previously available of it were all flawed in various ways (off pitch, and Jerry was always low in the mix).. this new release from Charlie Miller fixes many of these problems and I think you'll really enjoy the energy the band shows throughout the show.... Grateful Dead - December 11, 1979 Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall - Kansas City, KS Tuning Jack Straw Loser Me & My Uncle -> Big River Althea Easy to Love You -> Minglewood Blues China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider | |
2009-11-27 | Here's hoping you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! I always like bringing you some great acoustic music over the holidays and this year is no different - I managed to pull out this recording from my collection - it features a favorite lineup of mine, the Jerry Garcia Accoustic Band and the famous Lunt-Fontainne theater in New York City.. The Jerry Garcia Acoustic Band consisted of: Jerry Garcia - guitar, vocals David Nelson - guitar, vocals Sandy Rothman - mandolin, dobro, banjo, vocals John Kahn - bass Kenny Kosek - fiddle David Kemper - drums I think you'll enjoy the sound on this recording and I hope the music brings a smile and helps you enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend! Jerry Garcia Acoustic Band, Wednesday 10/28/87, Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, New York, NY Early Show - Set 1 - Acoustic - Deep Elem Blues I'm Troubled Spike Driver Blues Blue Yodel No. 9 (Standing On The Corner) Short Life Of Trouble If I Lose I'm Here To Get My Baby Out Of Jail Oh Babe, It Ain't No Lie Drifting Too Far From The Shore Ragged But Right | |
2009-11-20 | This week I'm doing something I don't usually do - and that is rather than play this complete show over two weeks I decided to play you the real heart of this show this week - (not saying I can't be persuaded to play the rest of this... :) partly because its Thanksgiving and I have something in mind for next week :) Be that as it may - this piece of music, from the second set of 11/17/73 is simply astounding. It represents a true pinacle of the outstanding musicianship that the band achieved during this landmark year. I challange any fan of the band to not be moved by this remarkable piece of music - clearly when they play like this I am firmly convinced that their music is for the ages... Grateful Dead 11/17/73 Pauley Pavillion, U.C.L.A. Los Angeles, CA From Set 2: Playing In The Band> Uncle John's Band> Morning Dew> Uncle John's Band> Playing In The Band Stella Blue El Paso Eyes Of The World> Sugar Magnolia | |
2009-11-13 | This week's Dead show is more than just a classic 1977 show - its that for sure - and its much more than the first time we get an Eyes of the World going into an Estimated Prophet - although this show is the first time that happens too.. its the kind of magical, rocking, charging life affirming and soul-baring music that makes me fall in love with the Grateful Dead over and over again.. There's plenty to love in this set - the fine Samson->Cold rain starts the set perfectly.. the Playin' in the band builds and builds and then explodes into the Eyes of the World that is played at a real breakneck pace. While I'm not often a fan of Eyes played this way, Jerry's almost maniacal energy on this version can't fail but bring you up out of your feet - its almost 'hummingbird' like in the way he makes that guitar flitter and sing.. followed by a good Estimated, but then Phil drops the hammer and the band goes into a short, but intense, Other One... after drums.. the band slowly builds into an Aiko, Aiko that is surprisingly slow-paced, but the band then drops into a classic 1977 Stella Blue, then a playin' reprise to end the set.. The encore tells us the band has had as much fun as we have... Grateful Dead Cotterell Gym, Reid Athletic Center, Colgate University Hamilton, NY 11-4-77 Set II: "Meet The Jones Gang" [2:36] Samson & Delilah -> [7:22] Cold Rain & Snow [8:30] Playing in the Band -> [12:52] Eyes of the World -> [12:50] Estimated Prophet -> [11:40] The Other One ->[4:57] Drums -> [3:17] Iko Iko -> [10:05] Stella Blue ->[12:12] Playing in the Band [7:04] Encore: Johnny B. Goode [5:06] | |
2009-11-06 | I must say that my listeners are simply the best ! I received an simply perfect request this week for the show we're going to start listening to this week as I was casting about in my mind trying to decide what to play... and what a show it is. This show not only shows the band in a period of transition from their slower tempo early '77 style of playing to the more uptempo arrangements of 1978 but its simply one of the best shows of the entire year. The first set which we'll listen to this week, not only blasts out of the gates with a fabulous Bertha->Good Lovin' , but keeps up a most memorable and high energy performance on every tune. Not to be missed, the set closing Let It Grow is truly outstanding, and really shows the unique ability of the band to fire off in all directions yet to find the 'one' and bring us all back into harmony and love.. whew.. a great set and the second set from next week is even better..... Grateful Dead Cotterell Gym, Reid Athletic Center, Colgate University Hamilton, NY 11-4-77 Set I: Bertha -> [7:52] Good Lovin' [6:32] Brown-Eyed Women [6:07] Cassidy [5:19] It Must Have Been the Roses [7:31] Sunrise [4:34] New Minglewood Blues [5:51] Dupree's Diamond Blues [6:25] Let It Grow [14:11] | |
2009-10-30 | Howdy Friends - no tricks this week - just a real musical treat - the remainder of the electric set from 10/26/80 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, NY.. This is very fine set of music - Jerry is in very fine voice and Bob is *very* animated (in fact watch your speakers at the end of Good Lovin!!!!).. Althea, He's Gone, Stella Blue and one of the most beautiful Brokedown's ever highlight this spectacular set of classic Dead - I sure hope you enjoy it!! Grateful Dead 10-26-80 (Sun) electric (continued) Samson & Delilah Althea Estimated Prophet-> He's Gone-> jam-> Drumz-> Space-> Not Fade Away-> Stella Blue-> Good Lovin' E: Brokedown Palace | |
2009-10-23 | I'm surrounded by beautiful Fall foliage here in Michigan this time of year and it brought to mind this quite remarkable period of Dead shows. I will never forget when I saw the Dead open up sitting around and playing accoustic music. I loved those shows, and unfortunately there aren't a whole lot of soundboards of complete shows from that period that are out but this is one and I hope that you enjoy hearing it as much as I do. Yes the acoustic sets may not have as much variety as we'd like - but I really doubt that you can avoid having a smile as you listen to the boys chat between tunes or sing along as you listen to Ripple.. its a real pleasure for me and I hope you enjoy it as well.. Grateful Dead Radio City Music Hall 10/26/80 - Sunday One : Iko, Iko Dark Hollow, It Must Have Been The Roses, On The Road Again, Jack-A-Roe, Csasidy, China Doll -> Ripple .. Electric -1 : Jack Straw -> Sugaree, Little Red Rooster, Brown-Eyed Women | |
2009-10-16 | This week we get to listen to one of the best second sets that the band produced in 1983.. Each of these songs individually is played with a verve that will bring a smile to your face, but the totality, as is often the case with the Dead, is much more than the beauty of the individual songs. I could tell you how much I enjoy this particular china->rider, or the wonderful Space into the best St. Stephen of the last three the band played, but I'd rather you simply enjoy this set and the joy that I hope it brings you... Grateful Dead Hartford Civic Center Hartford, CT. October 15, 1983 set 2: China Cat-> 6:17.47 I Know You Rider 7:26.39 Playing in the Band-> 16:03.70 China Doll-> 7:55.08 Drums-> 8:44.38 Space-> 9:44.16 Saint Stephen-> 7:52.60 Throwing Stones-> 9:02.12 Saturday Night 4:43.08 encore: Brokedown Palace 5:53.00 | |
2009-10-09 | First off I want to tell you all how much I value and appreciate your requests and comments! I wish I could play every one! I can't, but here's one I can, this week a request for a show from Hartford CT, back in 1983 - and this is a very very fine show.. We'll listen to the first set this week - this set is so good even the Day Job is a Keeper!!! Grateful Dead Hartford Civic Center Hartford, CT. October 15, 1983 Tuning-> Feel Like a Stranger Direwolf Minglewood Blues Brown Eyed Women Wang Dang Doodle Big Railroad Blues Let it Grow-> Day Job | |
2009-10-02 | This week's Deadpod features the 2nd set of this entertaining show from 9/24/91, Boston MA. It's one of those second sets that I really enjoy the song choices.. China->Rider is always a keeper, and Man Smart, Woman Smarter always got everyone on their feet! The Ship of Fools->Dark Star is fine as well. A rare Foolish Heart out of space, and one of these later day 'Standing On the Moon's that is very mellow.. The Weight encore caps a set that really does move my soul. 9/24/91 - Grateful Dead Boston Garden - Boston, MA China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider -> Man Smart (Woman Smarter) -> Ship Of Fools -> Dark Star -> Drums -> Space -> Foolish Heart -> I Need A Miracle -> Standing On The Moon -> Around And Around Encore: Crowd/Tuning The Weight | |
2009-09-25 | This week we have one of the finest shows of a very fine run of shows that happened during the fallof 1991 - this one from the Boston Gardens on September 24th, 1991. Bruce is a definite force during this first set and I hope you enjoy the Big Railroad Blues as much as I do.. 9/24/91 - Grateful Dead Boston Garden - Boston, MA Tuning Let The Good Times Roll Feel Like A Stranger Althea It's All Over Now High Time Beat It On Down The Line Big Railroad Blues Desolation Row New Speedway Boogie | |
2009-09-18 | I had a request from one of my long time listeners for some primal Dead.. preferably from '67.. Well I have been wanting to break this out for a while and while its not quite '67 its only a month off.. Jan of '68 .. although there has been some discussion as to the legitimacy of the date and venue of this show.. what there is no question of is that this is a helluva piece of early Dead music.. I really enjoy the Born Cross-Eyed, well and the Spanish Jam and the Dark Star.. and and : ) Seriously this piece will take several listens to fully digest .. Enjoy this sample of electric. live, Good Old Grateful Dead... Grateful Dead Eagles Auditorium, Seattle WA 1/22/68 Alligator That's It For The Other One -> New Potato Caboose -> Born Cross-Eyed -> Feedback -> Spanish Jam -> Dark Star -> China Cat Sunflower -> The Eleven -> Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) -> Feedback -> And We Bid You Good Night | |
2009-09-11 | This week is the second set of this fine show from 29 years ago, 9/4/80 Civic Center, Providence RI. I'm a big fan of this setlist - and I especially love the Supplication jam that leads into the Estimated ->Eyes (which is fast , as is typical for the era).. Hope you enjoy this as much as I do... Grateful Dead - September 4, 1980 Civic Center - Providence, RI Set 2: Samson And Delilah Ramble On Rose Supplication Jam -> Estimated Prophet -> Eyes Of The World -> Drums -> Space -> The Other One -> Wharf Rat -> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad -> Good Lovin' U.S. Blues | |
2009-09-04 | This week we have the first set of a great show that was performed 29 years ago today - from the Civic Center in Providence RI. I always enjoy the energy of these 1980 shows - Brent is still new to the band and Jerry is in *fine* voice. In this first set the Althea and Far From Me are highlights for myself... I hope this helps bring a smile to your face this Labor Day weekend! Grateful Dead - September 4, 1980 Civic Center - Providence, RI Set 1: Feel Like A Stranger Peggy-O Cassidy Dire Wolf New Minglewood Blues Althea Looks Like Rain Far From Me China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider | |
2009-08-28 | This week we have the entire second set of the Dead's wonderful performance at the Orlando Arena on April 7th, 1991. A splendid example of Garcia and Hornsby, this set opens with a splendid Crazy Fingers into an always enjoyable Playin'>Uncle John's>Playin' sandwich... I especially enjoy the jamming in the Playin' reprise, which goes into a very enjoyable drumz>space segment. The set closes with a wonderful Hornsby presence on the 'Baby Blue' encore.. Grateful Dead Orlando Arena Orlando, FL 04/07/91 Crazy Fingers> Playing In The Band> Uncle John's Band> Playing In The Band> Drums> Space Box Of Rain (05:09) Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad (08:07) Turn On Your Lovelight (06:24) ENCORE It's All Over Now, Baby Blue (07:15) | |
2009-08-21 | This week I've decided to spotlight one of the best shows from what was really quite a good tour - Spring 1991 - this show is from Orlando, Florida, from April 7th.. Its another show where the interplay between Garcia and Hornsby causes some wonderful sparks to fly.. add to that the Reuben and Cherise and its a very interesting listen.. I hope you enjoy it. Grateful Dead Orlando Arena Orlando, FL 04/07/91 Jack Straw (06:07) Sugaree (12:34) Wang Dang Doodle (08:38) Row Jimmy (10:11) Black Throated Wind (06:2 Reuben And Cherise (08:17 The Promised Land (04:48) | |
2009-08-14 | As I'm sure you know, this weekend marks the 40th anniversary of Woodstock.. of course the Grateful Dead played there - in fact they were one of the headliners - yet they thought so little of their performance there that they never had anything good to say about it.. Whether the Dead's performance was any worse than any number of shows is an open question, yet the significance of the event for the culture Zeitgeist is beyond question.. We start this week's Deadpod with a discussion with author Pete Fornatale, whose new book Back to the Garden, The Story of Woodstock presents an oral history of this amazing event.. We then listen to two songs from the Dead's performance that night - High Time and Lovelight, the latter where the band is joined by a very high Ken Babbs... Hope you enjoy the show.. Grateful Dead 8-16-69 Max Yasgur's Farm, Bethel, New York High Time Lovelight | |
2009-08-07 | This week we have a fabulous Jerry Garcia/Merl Saunders show from 1974 - this comes to us from the late Jerry Moore, long time taper and tape collector, and I could think of no more fitting way to remember the 'days between' than to bring you some of this fine, fine Jerry ... I really love listening to Jerry during this period.. truly one of the highlights of an extraordinary life.. Jerry Garcia and Merl Saunders Palace Theater, Albany, NY November 10, 1974 Let It Rock Expressway (To Your Heart) You Can Leave Your Hat On Neighbor, Neighbor Going, Going, Gone Mystery Train II (I'm A) Road Runner | |
2009-07-31 | This week we get to listen to the conclusion of this marvelous recording of March 23, 1972 at the Academy of Music, in NYC, NY. The Dark Star here is spectacular. Grateful Dead March 23, 1972 Academy of Music, New York, New York end of set 2: Two Souls In Communion Mexicali Blues Dark Star Big Boss Man Not Fade Away -> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad -> Not Fade Away Crowd | |
2009-07-24 | This week we have part 2 of this classic show from the famous Academy of Music run in NYC, from 1972. This contains a great set of classic Dead tunes: You Win Again, Jack Straw, Comes A Time.. and on and on.. it really brings a smile to my face to listen to this classic Good 'Old Grateful Dead - and I hope it does for you too!! Grateful Dead - March 23, 1972 Academy of Music - New York, NY You Win Again Jack Straw Next Time You See Me Playing In The Band Comes A Time Me And Bobby McGee Casey Jones Tuning Truckin' Ramble On Rose | |
2009-07-17 | This week's Deadpod features a real treasure - this one again from Charlie Miller - in fact this recording from Mr. Miller's collection was given the tracking SHNID of 100000 from etree.org in honor of his efforts in preserving and disseminating the wonderful recorded legacy of the Grateful Dead.. This show was never before available in such a complete representation and it *is* a beauty.. from the famous 'Academy of Music' shows in NYC back in 1972... Grateful Dead - March 23, 1972 Academy of Music - New York, NY set 1: China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider Black Throated Wind Chinatown Shuffle Brown Eyed Women Beat It On Down The Line Cumberland Blues Looks Like Rain Mr. Charlie Tennessee Jed El Paso | |
2009-07-10 | I'll get up and fly away................. fly away........... That's one of my all-time favorite refrains..... and we get to listen to a wonderful version on this week's Deadpod.... as well as a sweet Knockin' On Heaven's door encore.. I also followed up the end of the 2nd set with a nod to the recently completed Dead tour - filling a request from a persistent, but sweet listener :) Grateful Dead 6/15/90 Shoreline Ampitheater, Mt. View, CA end of set 2: Drums->Space-> The Other One->Wharf Rat->Around and Around Encore: Knockin' On Heaven's Door The Dead 5/10/09 Shoreline Ampitheater, Mr.View, CA Unbroken Chain | |
2009-07-03 | Happy 4th of July Everyone! This week we have special Deadpod - not only do we get to listen to the first part of the second set of the June 15th, 1990 show at Shoreline, but we have an interview with Mark Karan, long time guitarist for Ratdog and all-around good guy... Mark has a new CD that just came out: Walk Through the Fire, and we talk to Mark about the CD and his plans for the near future, we also listen to a couple tunes from the CD.. Grateful Dead 6/15/90 Shoreline Ampitheater, Mt. View, CA set 2: Scarlet Begonias->Fire on the Mountain, Blow Away->Man Smart, Woman Smarter->He's Gone Mark Karan Interview, Easy Wind, Annie Don't Lie from the cd Walk Through the Fire. | |
2009-06-26 | This week's show is a great way to welcome summer, and another listener request.. from one of my favorite tours - Summer of 1990.. I think the band was firing on all cylinders for this one and hope you enjoy it as much as I do.. Grateful Dead 6/15/90 Shoreline Ampitheater, Mountain View CA set 1: Help on the Way->Slipknot!->Franklin's Tower, New Minglewood Blues, Just A Little Light, Stagger Lee, Desolation Row, Ramble on Rose, Hell In a Bucket Next week - set 2 and a great new CD.. | |
2009-06-19 | This week's show is again, a fine example of the Summer tour of 1985 - this week the 2nd set from Blossom Music Center, June 25th, 1985. This set starts out with a great Gimme Some Lovin into a fine China ->Rider.. the Playin' is no slouch and it picks back up after Drums.. I hope you enjoy it!! 6/25/85 - Grateful Dead Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Gimme Some Lovin' -> China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider Playing In The Band -> Drums -> Space -> The Wheel -> Playing In The Band -> China Doll -> Sugar Magnolia e: Touch Of Grey | |
2009-06-12 | This week another listener request - this time for a show from the summer tour of 1985 - and that immediately brought this show to mind. Uneven, like most shows from that tour, flashes of brilliance that certainly makes listening worthwhile - I hope you agree! This week the first set: 6/25/85 - Grateful Dead Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, OH Day Tripper -> West L.A. Fadeaway C C Rider Dire Wolf Beat It On Down The Line Row Jimmy Me And My Uncle -> Big River Big Railroad Blues Jack Straw -> Might As Well Aside from the dreadful Day Tripper, I think the rest of this is quite enjoyable!! Hope you enjoy it too.. | |
2009-06-05 | This week we have the pleasure of hearing the second set of the Jerry Band from the Greek, with Bonnie Raitt sitting in on 2 numbers, from 8/30/87... I'll Take A Melody, Think, Knockin' On Heaven's Door, And It Stoned Me, That Lucky Ol' Sun, Midnight Moonlight. | |
2009-05-29 | Wow, this week we're lucky enough to listen to a real find, courtesy of Jamie Waddell, who claims to have been turned on to this amongst a box of tapes turned on to him at a yard sale of all places... this is a really nice JGB show from 1987, and while the first song (both this week and next) come from an audience patch, the rest is very high quality soundboard. I know you're going to enjoy this one if you a fan of the big guy.. :) Jerry Garcia Band Greek Theatre - Berkeley, CA August 30, 1987 Set 1 Tuning Cats Down Under The Stars Mission In The Rain crowd Stop That Train Dear Prudence Evangeline I Shall Be Released My Sisters And Brothers Tangled Up In Blue | |
2009-05-22 | Happy Memorial Day Weekend Friends! I hope you're ready for a wild ride, because this week's Deadpod is ready to roll! When I listen to this the pure genius and virtuosity of Garcia floods my mind.. especially in the insanely beautiful jam into and out of the Eleven.... I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did, when I was out walking through the beautiful woods of Michigan this week listening to it! Grateful Dead - April 23, 1969 The Ark - Boston, MA Set 2: Morning Dew Hard To Handle Doin' That Rag Alligator -> Drums -> Jam -> The Eleven -> Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) -> Feedback -> And We Bid You Good Night Not Fade Away tease It's All Over Now, Baby Blue | |
2009-05-15 | I receive quite a few requests for shows to play on the Deadpod - and unfortunately can't publish all of them, but I've had a few requests recently for some "primal" Dead. Coinciding with this request was the release of a new version of the classic show we're going to start to listen to this week, without one of the brutal cuts that plagued all earlier versions, from master collector Charlie Miller, so it seemed to me that the fates were telling me to bring this show to you.. I'm certain you'll enjoy this - the band just *smokes* on this one, my friends.. Grateful Dead Venue The Ark Location Boston, MA Date 4/23/69 - Wednesday Set 1: Introduction He Was A Friend Of Mine Dark Star -> St. Stephen -> It's A Sin -> St. Stephen -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Drums -> The Other One -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Sittin' On Top Of The World -> Turn On Your Lovelightt. Stephen -> It's A Sin -> St. Stephen -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Drums -> The Other One -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Sittin' On Top Of The World -> Turn On Your Lovelight | |
2009-05-08 | Hello friends - this week we get to hear the second set of this great 1973 show from the Kiel Auditorium in St. Louis, Oct. 29th, 1973. I love these '73 shows and I am sure you'll love hearing the Brokedown Palace right in the middle of set 2, as well as the wonderful Truckin'->Drums->Other One->Wharf Rat! Whew! Grateful Dead Venue Kiel Auditorium Location St. Louis, MO Date 10/29/73 - Monday Two The Promised Land [#2:50]> Bertha [6:08]> Greatest Story Ever Told [4:10] ; Dead Air [0:06] % Loser [4:55] % Dead Air [0:09] ; Big River [5:25] ; Dead Air [2:35] ; Brokedown Palace [5:49] ; Dead Air [0:05] % Dead Air [0:10] ; Truckin' [7:09]> Jam [9:20] ; Drums [2:26]> The Other One [22:33]> Wharf Rat [10:25]> Sugar Magnolia [8:41] Have a great week my friends and thanks as always for your kind support.. | |
2009-05-01 | This time in May is one of my favorite times of the year - not only is it usually beautiful outside, but it marks so many wonderful memories.. of course in Louisville it marks the Kentucky Derby - and I always like to play this old chestnut the weekend of the Derby so I'm honoring that tradition this year by bringing you this wonderful show from 1973... Grateful Dead Venue Kiel Auditorium Location St. Louis, MO Date 10/29/73 - Monday One Cold Rain And Snow ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Brown Eyed Women ; Mexicali Blues ; Don't Ease Me In ; Black Throated Wind ; Tennessee Jed ; The Race Is On ; Row Jimmy ; El Paso ; Eyes Of The World > China Doll ; Around And Around I love this period in GD history and I hope you enjoy this week's show - I'll play the second set next week! | |
2009-04-24 | This week we can have the the pleasure of hearing the second set from this marvelous show from the spring of 1977, April 27th from the Capitol Theater in Passaic N.J. This is a great, classic 77 setlist, including a Scarlet->Fire, Good Lovin', Terrapin and a Morning Dew! I'm sure you'll enjoy this one...it goes GREAT with the spring weather! Grateful Dead 4/27/77 Capitol Theater, Passaic, NJ source: FM reel master taped by Jerry Moore Two Estimated Prophet [8:15] ; Scarlet Begonias [8:36]> Fire On The Mountain [7:27]> Good Lovin' [5:11] ; Ramble On Rose [6:57] ; Samson And Delilah [6:55] ; Terrapin Station [10:26]> Morning Dew [12:38] Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:05] | |
2009-04-17 | Ah they say in spring a young man's thoughts turn to .. well I guess I'm not that young.. my thoughts turn to the famous spring of '77 tour... This week we have the pleasure of listening to a newly released copy of a well known show from that spring, this comes to us from the Capitol Theater in Passaic NJ, compliments of well-known taper Jerry Moore... Grateful Dead Venue Capitol Theatre Location Passaic, NJ Date 4/27/77 - Wednesday One The Promised Land [4:06] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:41] ; Looks Like Rain [8:10] ; Sugaree [12:06] ; El Paso [4:39] ; Row Jimmy [9:17] ; New Minglewood Blues [4:53] ; Loser [8:08] ; The Music Never Stopped [6:55] I never tire of hearing how tight and aware the band was during this time, and I hope you enjoy this week's show... | |
2009-04-10 | This week we will hear the second set from this first appearance of Vince Welnick with the Grateful Dead, 9/7/90, at the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield Ohio.. This set features some finely played jams - I'm particulary fond of the Crazy Fingers->Playin' In the Band, and I've always loved the Black Peter.. I hope you enjoy this fine example of 'later day' Dead ... Grateful Dead - September 7, 1990 Richfield Coliseum - Richfield, OH set 2: Tuning China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider Truckin' -> Crazy Fingers -> Playing In The Band -> Drums -> Space -> I Need A Miracle -> Black Peter -> Turn On Your Lovelight Knockin' On Heaven's Door | |
2009-03-27 | This week we have the pleasure of hearing set 2 from September 18th, 1982 at the Boston Garden. The set opens with an inspired 'Samson & Delilah' - followed by a marvelous Uncle John's ->Playin' .. I really enjoy Brent's keyboard in the Uncle John's.. then there is one of the first 'Throwin' Stones '.. out of and into space.. the Baby Blue encore is Jerry at his best.. Grateful Dead Boston Garden Boston, MA Date 9/18/82 - Saturday Samson And Delilah [6:46] ; Uncle John's Band [9:51] > Playing In The Band [9:30] > Drums [6:41] > Space [4:06] > Throwing Stones [6:09] > Space [1:05] > The Wheel [4:57] > Truckin' [7:42] > Wharf Rat [8:39] > Around And Around [4:00] > One More Saturday Night [4:31] Encore: It's All Over Now, Baby Blue | |
2009-03-20 | Time for something a little different, here's a show I've wanted to play for some time, a really solid show that features Jerry in fine voice and the band playing tightly.. I especially enjoy the Jack Straw->Sugaree opener and the West LA in the first set, Bobby announces it's Brent's birthday (which its not).. but Brent does close the set with a fine 'Far From Me'.... Please note: I understand that I had a misplaced song in the original podcast - my appologies - if you downloaded the first version you may need to re-download the corrected one.. Grateful Dead Boston Garden Boston, MA Date 9/18/82 - Saturday One Jack Straw [5:03] > Sugaree [11:43] ; Mama Tried [2:31] > Mexicali Blues [4:49] ; West L.A. Fadeaway [7:56] ; Little Red Rooster [7:33] ; Dupree's Diamond Blues [5:49] ; Cassidy [6:02] ; Far From Me [4:15] | |
2009-03-13 | And this week... one of the paradigmatic Dark Stars.... a truly historic piece of primal Dead - the performance captured here marks a truly momentous moment in GD history.. there's no sense in trying to capture it in words, let your mind experience it... Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY 2/13/70b - Friday Dark Star [29:21] > Cryptical Envelopment [1:56] > Drums [7:36] > The Other One [13:48] > Cryptical Envelopment [6:38] > Turn On Your Lovelight [30:12] Encore [0:56] ; And We Bid You Good Night [2:19#] | |
2009-03-06 | This week on the Deadpod - more of this historic performance from February 13th, 1970 at the Fillmore East. This week we get to hear the wonderful late show electric set 1, with a fine China->Rider, Dire Wolf and Smokestack Lightnin.. then the famous Acoustic set, part of which was featured on the History of the Grateful Dead Vol. 1 Bear's Choice release.. Monkey and the Engineer and Katie Mae are favorites of mine.. Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY 2/13/70b - Friday One [2:48:09 +] [1:15 Intro by Robert Hunter] ; China Cat Sunflower [2:53] > Jam [2:07] > I Know You Rider [4:13] ; [0:53] ; Me And My Uncle [3:10] ; [1:07] ; Dire Wolf [3:58] ; [0:59] ; Smokestack Lightnin' [18:00] ; [5:22] ; Monkey And The Engineer [1:37] ; [0:53] ; Little Sadie [2:45] ; [0:15] ; Wake Up Little Susie [2:36] > Black Peter [7:20] ; Uncle John's Band [6:50#] ; [3:12] ; Katie Mae [3:57] ; [2:54] | |
2009-02-27 | First off a big Thank you to all of you who were able to contribute to the Deadpod! I'm really honored that you enjoy the shows enough to help financially - thanks so much!! This week we're blessed with a new release of a complete recording of one of the favorite shows in GD history - this comes to us from February 13th, 1970 at the Fillmore East in New York City, NY. This new release is the complete show, which we'll be hearing over the next couple of weeks. This week we'll hear the early show.... Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY Date 2/13/70a - Friday One [50:48 +] Cold Rain And Snow [5:27] ; [1:03] ; Beat It On Down The Line [2:01] ; [0:27] ; Good Lovin' [1:41] > Drums [2:04] > Good Lovin' [4:41] % [0:33] ; Mama Tried [2:31] > Black Peter [9:12] ; [1:50] ; Hard To Handle [6:12] % Saint Stephen [6:35] > Not Fade Away [9:02] | |
2009-02-20 | This week we get to hear the second set of this incredible Jerry Band show from 1988 - this set features a simply wonderful 'Waiting for a Miracle', 'Don't Let Go' always a favorite, and 'Tangled Up In Blue'... you can't go wrong with this music, that's for sure.. Jerry Garcia Band 11/26/88 Wiltern Theater Los Angeles, CA Set 2 01 //The Harder They Come (first note missing) 02 Waiting For A Miracle 03 Evangeline 04 Don't Let Go// 05 My Sisters And Brothers 06 That Lucky Old Sun 07 Tangled Up In Blue | |
2009-02-13 | For whatever reason I felt like bringing some Jerry Band out this week - this is an especially lovely recording of a fine show from 1988.. we'll listen to the first set this week, which includes a great 'Cats Under the Stars', and one of my favorites, a really soulful 'And It Stoned Me'.. Jerry Garcia Band 11/26/88 Wiltern Theater Los Angeles, CA Source: SBD> Cassette Master> DAT> CDR> WAV> SHNv3 Set 1 01 Cats Under The Stars 02 Forever Young 03 Someday Baby 04 Mississippi Moon 05 Dear Prudence 06 And It Stoned Me 07 How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You | |
2009-02-06 | This week we have the pleasure of sharing the second set from this great 1981 show.. it starts off with a fabulous Shakedown, and contains lots of my personal favorites.. I just really enjoy this setlist and I think Jerry and the boys are performing this at a real high level.. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.... Grateful Dead Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC 4/30/81 - Thursday Two Shakedown Street [11:56] > Samson And Delilah [7:47] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [7:09] ; Estimated Prophet [11:58] > Eyes Of The World [7:49] > Drums [10:22] > Space [3:05] > Truckin' [8:24] > Black Peter [9:48] > Around And Around [3:59] > Johnny B. Goode [3:58] Encore Casey Jones [5:39] | |
2009-01-30 | This week I have a real high energy set to fight off those winter doldrums.. this comes to us from 4/30/81 - Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro NC.. I really enjoy the sound of this show and think you will too - the Alabama Getaway is especially hot! Grateful Dead Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC 4/30/81 - Thursday One Jack Straw [5:17] ; Peggy-O [6:24] > C C Rider [7:56] ; Alabama Getaway [4:49] > Greatest Story Ever Told [3:46] ; Loser [6:53] ; Looks Like Rain [7:47] ; China Cat Sunflower [6:14] > I Know You Rider [5:27] | |
2009-01-23 |  Hello Friends!! Despite my general state of confusion and uncertainty following my move I decided to share some Grateful Dead music in which I found some comfort this last week.. Not surprisingly, its from 1973 - its not a complete show, but nevertheless I so enjoy the way the band listened to each other and interacted that year that I decided to bring it to you this week.. I think you'll really enjoy the China Doll, Truckin'->Nobody's Fault->Eyes segment in particular... Grateful Dead Pittsburgh Civic Arena Pittsburgh, PA 9/24/73 - Monday Partial 1st Set: Loose Lucy [6:47] ; Looks Like Rain [7:21] ; Row Jimmy ; Big River [4:35] Partial 2nd Set: Merry-Go-Round Broke Down ->Greatest Story Ever Told [5:09] ; China Doll [5:41] ; Truckin' [9:02]> Nobody's Fault But Mine* [3:20]> Jam [0:58]> Eyes Of The World [13:34]+ + = with Martin Fierro and Joe Ellis on horns * = first Nobody's Fault since 7/17/66 [799 shows] | |
2009-01-16 | This week we have the pleasure of listening to the 2nd, electric set of this wonderful show from July 14th, 1970 at the Euphoria Ballroom in San Rafael CA. Despite a few flaws (amazingly few I think for a show that happened over 38 years ago :) I think you'll enjoy this fine set. I always treasure a good 'Easy Wind' and the Cryptical->Other One->Cryptical is wild, young Dead at its best..then we get a Cosmic Charlie! Grateful Dead Euphoria Ballroom San Rafael, CA Date 7/14/70 - Tuesday Casey Jones [4:28] ; [0:08] % [0:14] El Paso [5:38] ; [0:28] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:30]> Jam [2:29]> I Know You Rider [4:22] ; [0:09] % Easy Wind [#2:40] ; [0:09] % [0:04] Me And My Uncle [3:26] ; [0:04] ; Cryptical Envelopment [2:01]> Drums [7:04]> The Other One [10:12]> Cryptical Envelopment [5:18]> Cosmic Charlie [7:58] ; [0:13] % [0:04] ; Drums [0:52]> Good Lovin' [1:54]> Drums [0:08]> Good Lovin'[3:#23]> Uncle John's Band [7:20] ; [0:04] | |
2009-01-09 |  Hello Friends! This week we have the pleasure of listening to a newly released version of a classic 1970 Dead show - this one is from the Euphoria Ballroom, San Rafael CA, 7/14/70.. We'll listen to the first set this week, then the 'electric' set next week.... note that the last two songs in this set, New Speedway Boogie and Cumberland Blues, supposedly feature David Crosby on 12 string.. also note that the first song, Don't Ease Me In, is from an audience source with degraded sound.. sorry, but felt it was best to leave it in.. Grateful Dead Euphoria Ballroom San Rafael, CA Date 7/14/70 - Tuesday One [53:10 +] Don't Ease Me In [2:59] ; [0:05] % Friend Of The Devil [3:28] ; [2:00] ; Dire Wolf [3:56] ; [0:10] % [3:32 Intro etc.] ; Dark Hollow [3:02] ; [0:04] % Candyman [#4:42] % [0:08] ; Black Peter [6:38] % [0:04] ; How Long Blues [3:07] ; [0:12] % [0:07] ; Deep Elem Blues [3:17] % [0:04] % Cumberland Blues [5:30] % New Speedway Boogie [9:04] | |
2009-01-02 | Happy New Year everyone! This week I'll bring you the second set from December 30th 1990 at Oakland CA. A great set list, and if you like shows with Bruce Hornsby sitting in I think you'll find this to be a good one. A really nice example of one of the more high energy shows of a generally well played year. Please Note: I've uploaded a corrected version of this set - I mistakenly omitted the Playin' In the Band - it should now be corrected - my appologies! Grateful Dead Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA 12/30/90 - Sunday Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodleloo> Looks Like Rain ; Crazy Fingers> Playing In The Band> Drums> Space> Terrapin Station> Sugar Magnolia Encore U.S. Blues | |
2008-12-26 |  I do hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! The band often played very good runs up to the famous New Year's Eve shows - often these shows would be better than the NYE show itself. This week I decided to bring you one of these 'NYE' run shows, this one from 1990. Bruce Hornsby is with the band and does a wonderful Valley Road to end this first set. I'll bring you the second set next week - I hope you enjoy it.. Grateful Dead Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA 12/30/90 - Sunday One Bertha ; Feel Like A Stranger ; Candyman ; Me And My Uncle > Maggie's Farm ; High Time ; Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again ; Tennessee Jed ; Valley Road | |
2008-12-19 | I do hope this finds all of you well and happy this holiday season - its a time we should all reflect on the blessings we have, hard as that is sometimes during times like these.. As always I like to bring you some acoustic music this time of year.. So here is a set from the famous fall of 1980 shows.. as well as a couple wonderful Garcia/Grisman cuts from an NPR interview they did in 1993.. Grateful Dead Warfield Theatre San Francisco, CA 10/2/80 - Thursday One Dark Hollow [#3:19] ; Iko Iko [3:42] ; The Race Is On [2:55] ; To Lay Me Down [8:58] ; Cassidy [5:06] ; Jack-A-Roe [4:37] ; On The Road Again[3:13] ; Bird Song [7:37]> Ripple [4:47] Jerry Garcia & David Grisman NPR Studios NYC, NY 9/17/93 Shady Grove, Jenny Jenkins, So What | |
2008-12-12 | I can't believe how fast the year is flying by! Almost over, and this week I'm bringing you a show requested by one of my listeners - this one sounds great this holiday season - its Jerry Garcia, John Kahn, Bill Kruetzman and Merl Saunders at Pacific High Studios on February 2, 1972. This is probably an FM source and so its a little compressed - but the music makes up for it.. check out the fine instrumental version of 'Imagine'.. Hope you enjoy it, and that you can find the time for all the things that you love this Holiday season.. Jerry Garcia, John Kahn, Bill Kruetzman & Merl Saunders Pacific High Studio, San Francisco, CA February 6, 1972 It Takes A Lot To Laugh, It Takes A Train To Cry (1) Expressway (To Your Heart), That's The Touch I Like, Save Mother Earth>Imagine That's All Right, Mama,Who's Loving You Tonight,When I Paint My Masterpiece I Was Made To Love Her, Lonely Avenue, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) | |
2008-12-05 | Hope you had a wonderful holiday - this week I'm going to finish playing that wonderful show from 1971 we started two weeks ago - this second part features an absolutely inspired Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad into one of those classic Pigpen Lovelights.. Grateful Dead - August 4, 1971 Terminal Island Correctional Facility - San Pedro, CA Cumberland Blues, Big Boss Man, Sugaree, El Paso, Mr. Charlie Not Fade Away->Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad ->Lovelight | |
2008-11-28 | Hoping everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving.. I know how grateful I am for all my blessings and hope you feel the same way.. This week I continue my tradition of bringing you acoustic Dead around the holidays. Two shows this week - the first from the iconic accoustic sets from the fall of 1980: Grateful Dead - September 30, 1980 Warfield Theatre - San Francisco, CA On The Road Again, Jack-A-Roe, Monkey And The Engineer, Bird Song, Dark Hollow, Rosalie McFall Heaven Help The Fool, China Doll, Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie -> Ripple The second, a bit lower souond quality but still so fun to listen to.. is actually the 'Bob Weir band' - but Jerry sits in for all of the show and Mickey for most of it.. Rambler Room - Loyola University Chicago, IL 11/17/78a - Friday One Winin' Boy Blues [4:09] ; Tom Dooley [3:15] ; This Time Forever [4:38] ; Deep Elem Blues [3:19] ; KC Moan [3:38] ; Knockin' On Heaven's Door [7:59] ; Big Boy Pete [3:18] ; Jack-A-Roe [4:32] ; Dark Hollow [3:39] ; Oh Boy [2:08] | |
2008-11-21 | This week we're lucky enough to have a show that was previously unreleased and unknown from 1971. While '71 might not be "primal" Dead, it certainly shows us relatively a relatively 'raw' and power-packed lineup. I really enjoy this set and think you will too - Grateful Dead - August 4, 1971 Terminal Island Correctional Facility - San Pedro, CA Truckin', Yellow Dog Story, Bertha, Me And Bobby McGee Hard To Handle, China Cat Sunflower ->I Know You Rider, Loser Playing In The Band, Next Time You See Me, Me And My Uncle, Casey Jones | |
2008-11-14 | This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of 6/26/76. Just from the setlist you can see this is a truly classic set.. I have a fondness for a great Playin' and this show also has a wonderful Crazy Fingers, and a beautiful Stella Blue.. Grateful Dead Auditorium Theatre Chicago, IL 6/26/76 - Saturday Two Playing In The Band [15:06] > Saint Stephen [9:46] > The Wheel [5:37] > Playing In The Band Reprise [2:42] % Samson And Delilah [5:46] % Crazy Fingers [8:28] > Stella Blue [10:57] ; [2:27] ; Around And Around [6:55] > One More Saturday Night [4:31] Encore U.S. Blues [5:07] | |
2008-11-07 | This week's Deadpod was suggested to me by a posting on a list server I belong to that claimed this show had "the best" Peggy O ever... now I'm not a believer in that sort of thing generally - too many wonderful versions of these songs to identify, in most cases, "the best" version of any of them.. but it did get me to pull this one out and give it a listen..I was pleased and hope you will be too .. 2nd set next week.. Grateful Dead Auditorium Theatre Chicago, IL 6/26/76 - Saturday One The Promised Land [3:59] ; [1:17] ; Sugaree [9:27] % Cassidy [4:12] % Row Jimmy [9:48] % Mama Tried [2:43] Tennessee Jed [8:53] % Looks Like Rain [7:41] % Scarlet Begonias % Lazy Lightnin' [2:54] > Supplication [4:39] ; [1:33] ; Peggy-O [7:53] ; The Music Never Stopped [5:55] | |
2008-10-31 | The wheel keeps turning and it can't slow down.... I thought it appropriate to play something to start this week's Deadpod in memory of a lovely man and wonderful musician, Merl Saunders.. I think you'll enjoy the rest of the show from the Centrum - a great Terrapin and the always nice Dear Mr. Fantasy->Hey Jude are highlights for me.. Have a WONDERFUL Halloween Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia - 'That's the Touch I Like", 3/1/75 Keystone Berkeley CA Grateful Dead The Centrum Worcester, MA 4/9/88 - Saturday Looks Like Rain [9:03] ; Terrapin Station [11:11]> Drums [6:43]> Space [7:11]> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:01]> I Need A Miracle [3:17]> Dear Mr. Fantasy [3:40]> Hey Jude Reprise [4:04]> Throwing Stones [9:07]> Not Fade Away [8:57] and of course.. Werewolves of London, 10/31/91 Oakland CA | |
2008-10-24 | This week would have marked the 56th Birthday of Brent Mydland - so I decided to play something from the late 80s- a period where I really enjoy Brent's contributions. An interesting set list and some inspired playing from both Brent and Jerry (especially in the 2nd set which I'll be bringing you next week).. Grateful Dead The Centrum Worcester, MA Date 4/9/88 - Saturday One Big Boss Man [4:52] ; Walkin' Blues [8:01] ; Far From Me [5:37] ; Candyman [6:51] ; Me And My Uncle [2:41] > Mexicali Blues [5:53] ; Tennessee Jed [7:50] ; When I Paint My Masterpiece [4:59] ; Deal [7:07] Two Hell In A Bucket [7:10] > Iko Iko [5:42] | |
2008-10-10 | This week we're treated to the second set of October 2nd, 1977 from Portland OR. I think you'll find this to be a a real treat - a wonderful Samson kicks it off, followed by a nearly perfect Scarlet->Fire. I think you'll love what Garcia does here - especially in the transition! The Playin' that follows becomes gloriously out there - I think you'll find Phil is really taking the lead here and in the great jams that follow - the Truckin' and Other One are really fabulous examples of this era of the Dead at its best.. Grateful Dead Paramount Theatre Portland, OR 10/2/77 - Sunday Samson And Delilah [6:31] ; Scarlet Begonias [8:57]> Fire On The Mountain [11:45] ; Funiculi Funicula [0:36] ; Playing In The Band [8:59]> Drums [6:02]> The Wheel [5:20]> Truckin' [8:53]> The Other One [7:18]> Wharf Rat [10:53]> Sugar Magnolia [8:50] Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:09] I wanted to take a moment to thank all of you who made contributions during my pledge drive - once again I can only express my thanks and tell you that Deadheads are the kindest folks around.. I'll have those Egypt CD sets out to you as soon as I get them in from Rhino (and I'm back up and around).. speaking of up and around, there won't be a Deadpod next week - I have to get some surgery done on my leg next week and know I won't be back in time for next Friday's show.. sorry about that.. hopefully I'll feel up to it for the week of the 24th... | |
2008-10-03 | I don't always get to play requests - but sometimes I can and this week I'm sharing a show that was recently requested - October 2nd, 1977. This is a fine performance - and a Betty board to boot. I think the fun they're having back on stage is clearly reflected in their playing. This is a fine recording of a fun show I think you'll enjoy. I need to take a moment to THANK everyone who contributed to the Deadpod last week!! Your support will be a huge help to keep us strong and to support our community radio station KOPN. I'm going to do my best to get those copies of 'Rockin' the Cradle' out to you as soon as I can. I have to wait to get them from Rhino, and I go in for surgery in a little over a week - so it might be a little while before they go out - so please be patient. I'll get them out to everyone! thanks again!!! It's not too late to make a donation - just click the button on the left hand side of the page! Grateful Dead Paramount Theatre Portland, OR Date 10/2/77 - Sunday One Casey Jones [9:43] ; Jack Straw [4:39] ; Sunrise [3:47] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:10] ; El Paso [4:07] ; Dupree's Diamond Blues [5:08] ; Let It Grow [12:04] ; Deal [6:36] | |
2008-09-26 | This week's Deadpod is big in every way - a wonderful second set that features a fabulous Eyes of the World->Estimated Prophet->Franklin's Tower that lasts nearly an hour and is among the best versions ever of these songs. This comes to us from the great fall of 79 tour, this one is from November 5th, 1979 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia. The entire set is a real treat, starting with a rare second set opening Althea and closing with a truly rocking Sailor-Saint-Sugar Magnolia.. Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 11/5/79 - Monday Althea [12:01] ; Easy To Love You [3:26] ; Eyes Of The World [22:35] > Estimated Prophet [14:28] > Franklin's Tower [13:45] > Space [5:09] > Drums [7:36] > Space [2:39] > Lost Sailor [6:52] > Saint Of Circumstance [5:14] > Sugar Magnolia [8:46] Encore Casey Jones [5:50] | |
2008-09-19 | While I only have the second set of this show, I think you'll agree that it's well worth your time. This show features a wonderful pre-Drums seven song segment that starts with a rousing China-Rider, then goes into a rare Stranger->Comes a Time sequeway. Always a favorite, the Comes A Time is blusey and very well played. The band then drives into Estimated into a wonderful He's Gone and a very unexpected Uncle John's Band before a short Drums and Space. The rest of the show is equally well-played - then they pull out a rare double encore to confirm they had as much fun as we do listening. Grateful Dead Hartford Civic Center Hartford, CT 5/10/80 - Saturday Two China Cat Sunflower [6:36]> I Know You Rider [7:03] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:45]> Comes A Time [8:42] ; Estimated Prophet [10:45]> He's Gone [14:53]> Uncle John's Band [7:32]> Space [3:52]> Drums> Space [1:04]> Not Fade Away [8:51]> Sugar Magnolia [8:18] Encore Alabama Getaway [4:22]> One More Saturday Night [4:49] | |
2008-09-12 | This week I came across this marvelous Jerry Band show and had to share it with you. I just hadn't heard enough Jerry yet :) I hope you agree after you listen to this gem: Jerry Garcia Band Keystone Berkeley, CA 9/11/76 Sugaree, Catfish John, That's What Love Will Make You Do, Friend of the Devil, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Midnight Moonlight set 2:Second that Emotion, Stop That Train, Don't Let Go, Ride Mighty High | |
2008-09-05 | I've had some requests for some solo Garcia, or Garcia band, and I thought this show, which I recently came across, would be an interesting contrast with the 1974 show that we heard the last couple weeks. This too, is from 1974, but this is Garcia with Merle Saunders, at the Keystone in Berkeley CA. It's a whole different sound than the 'Wall of Sound' and certainly shows Garcia's unique ability to stretch out and explore and improvise in a whole other musical realm.. Jerry Garcia and Merle Saunders 11-27-1974 Keystone, Berkeley, CA Set 1 01 - Bossa Martin 02 - You Can Leave Your Hat On 03 - Going, Going, Gone 04 - Mystery Train Set 2 01 - He Ain't Give You None* 02 - Freedom Jazz Dance* 03 - Someday Baby 04 - I Second That Emotion | |
2008-08-29 | This week, the conclusion of their powerful set from 7/31/74. What a time to be a Deadhead! This show featured 3 powerful sets - this week we'll listen to the end of set 2, and all of set 3.. There's plenty of wonderful jamming and singing on these songs - I especially love the 'Ramble on Rose' and 'To Lay Me Down' - and be sure to listen to the 'Mind Left Body jam' after 'Truckin' - great stuff!! Grateful Dead Dillon Stadium Hartford, CT 7/31/74 - Wednesday Ship Of Fools [5:58] ; Weather Report Suite Prelude [1:18] > Weather Report Suite Part 1 [4:16] > Let It Grow [11:11] Three El Paso [4:04] ; Ramble On Rose [6:04] ; Greatest Story Ever Told [5:39]; To Lay Me Down [7:34] ; Truckin' [17:04] > Mind Left Body Jam [7:22] > Spanish Jam [5:27] > Wharf Rat [9:38] ; U.S. Blues [5:15] ; One More Saturday Night Encore Uncle John's Band | |
2008-08-22 | This week's Deadpod goes back to the fabulous summer of 1974 - I think its clear from listening to this show that the band is really putting out some fabulous music. Not only is the show distinguished by an opening Scarlet Begonias, but I think you'll agree that the China-Rider and the Eyes are distinguished by their intensity and beauty.. Grateful Dead Dillon Stadium Hartford, CT 7/31/74 - Wednesday One Scarlet Begonias [8:06] ; Me And My Uncle [2:53] ; Brown Eyed Women [4:52] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:20] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:24] > It Must Have Been The Roses [5:19] ; Mexicali Blues [3:26] ; Row Jimmy [7:57#] ; Jack Straw [4:52] ; China Cat Sunflower [9:27] > I Know You Rider [5:05] ; Around And Around [4:54] Two Bertha [5:14] ; Big River [4:52] ; Eyes Of The World [17:46] > China Doll [4:21] ; The Promised Land [2:58] | |
2008-08-15 | Those of you who follow the Deadpod know that I often prefer to play lesser known performances rather than very well known ones. There's often lots of surprises there to be heard - but there's nothing wrong with bringing out the well-known and loved dates sometimes either. This week I'm playing one of the those - this one a live "free concert" from the "hiatus" of 1975 - Sept. 28th, 1975 from Golden Gate Park. The difficulty here was in choosing between the sources - a very good audience or the existing soundboard. I went with the soundboard but with some reservations. The energy and playing of this performance are over the top - I hope you enjoy it!! Grateful Dead Lindley Meadows - Golden Gate Park San Francisco, CA Date 9/28/75 - Sunday One Help On The Way> Slipknot! ; The Music Never Stopped ; They Love Each Other ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Franklin's Tower ; Big River ; It Must Have Been The Roses ; Truckin'> Jam (1)> Drums> Stronger Than Dirt Or Milkin' The Turkey> Not Fade Away> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad> One More Saturday Night | |
2008-08-08 | Somehow the fact that this is a partial show .. all that exists from a phenomenal performance - befits the significance of the date. I am honored to be able to keep bringing this music to you, my friends, and I hope as you listen to this set and reflect on Garcia that you feel the light of the love which is the Grateful Dead fill you. Grateful Dead Berkeley Community Theatre Berkeley, CA 8/25/72 - Friday One (1) Cold Rain And Snow [5:51] ; (2) Black Throated Wind [5:56] ; He's Gone [8:42] (3) ; (4) Beat It On Down The Line [3:08] ; Loser [6:27] ; The Frozen Logger [0;39] ; (5) El Paso [4:36] ; Black Peter ; Jack Straw ; Friend Of The Devil ; The Promised Land ; Bird Song ; Playing In The Band ; Bertha Two Truckin' > Jam > The Other One | |
2008-08-01 |  Happy Birthday Jerry!I decided against the idea of doing a Jerry 'tribute' - heck every Deadpod is a tribute to the virtuosity and spirit of Garcia - he should still be with us - he'd only be 66 today........... this week I'm playing set 2 of 9/2/79 - Enjoy the fabulous Weather Report Suite and Garcia's intense jam out of that.. I don't need to tell you to listen to the Stella Blue.. :) Grateful Dead Augusta Civic Center Augusta, ME 9/2/79 - Sunday Samson And Delilah [7:29] ; Ramble On Rose [8:13] ; Terrapin Station [12:58]> Let It Grow [11:50]> Jam (1) [11:#26]> Drums [5:25]> Space [4:28]> Stella Blue [10:53]> Truckin' (2) [8:17]> Around And Around [7:29#] | |
2008-07-25 | This week I'm bringing you a show that really showcases, I think, what Brent Mydland brought to the band - in honor of the 18th anniversary of his last show with the Grateful Dead which occurred this week. This show, 9/2/79, is one of those Fall '79 shows where Brent really was out front and his playing was so spirited that I'm sure he inspired everyone else.. This week the first set, next week the conclusion.. I hope you enjoy it!! Grateful Dead Augusta Civic Center Augusta, ME 9/2/79 - Sunday One Jack Straw [6:23] ; They Love Each Other [7:44] ; Mama Tried [2:44] > Mexicali Blues [4:39] ; Stagger Lee [6:29] ; Cassidy [5:32] ; Row Jimmy [9:11#] ; New Minglewood Blues [6:17] ; Jack-A-Roe [5:04] ; The Music Never Stopped [8:04] | |
2008-07-18 | This week we get to listen to the second set of the Dead's performance on 10/20/78 at Winterland in San Francisco. I don't think there's really any throw-away tunes in this set - from the opening Half-Step->Franklins, to the exploratory(!) Dancin' In the Streets this is really classic, Good 'ol Grateful Dead. The double encore, Johnny B Goode and Shakedown Street, just puts the band's own exclamation mark on this performance.. Enjoy. Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/20/78 - Friday Two Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:03] > Franklin's Tower [10:49] ; Dancing In The Street [19:47] > Drums [7:#32] > Space [5:01] > Not Fade Away [7:25] > Black Peter [10:44] > Around And Around [9:09] Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:16] ; Shakedown Street [7:04] | |
2008-07-11 | This week we're fortunate to have another of the 'From Egypt with Love' show recordings to share with you - this one is from 10/20/78 and has to rank as one of the best shows of that great year. This week we'll hear the first set - its really a rockin'/jammin' show and I know you'll enjoy 'They Love Each Other' and 'Tennessee Jed' among other treats: Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/20/78 - Friday One New Minglewood Blues [5:05] ; They Love Each Other [6:52] ; Cassidy [5:19] ; Dire Wolf [3:51] ; El Paso [4:21] ; Tennessee Jed [8:39] ; It's All Over Now [6:58] ; Loser [7:12] ; Lazy Lightnin' [3:33] > Supplication [4:33] Next week I'll bring you the second set.. | |
2008-07-04 | Happy 4th of July!! Since this week's Deadpod falls on the 4th I decided to share a show that ranks up with some of the most memorable I ever attended - July 4th, 1990 at Sandstone Amphitheater in Bonner Springs, KS. Man was it ever *hot* - broiling - they had no ice at the venue.. I remember when certain substances kicked in and the sun was broiling us and we were giggling about that old frying pan commercial - "this is your brain on drugs"....... It was all worth it however when we were treated to this performance.. I'm bringing you the second set - which contains a fabulous Scarlet->Fire and a heart wrenching Stella Blue.. along with a rousing US Blues encore.. I hope you enjoy it! | |
2008-06-27 | This week we'll get to hear the rest of the second set from April 4th, 1971 at the Manhattan Center in New York, New York. Personally, I can't get enough of this early Dead - its a real treat to hear Pigpen on Hard To Handle, as well as his organ throughout. The ending combo of Goin' Down The Road>Saint Stephen>Not Fade Away>Uncle John's Band is quite a tasty treat as well... Grateful Dead Manhattan Center New York, NY Date 4/4/71 - Sunday Hard To Handle ; Deal ; Sugar Magnolia ; Casey Jones ; Good Lovin' ; Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > Saint Stephen > Not Fade Away > Uncle John's Band | |
2008-06-20 | This week we have one of those great shows from 1971 - for a long time the only soundboard in circulation of this show only contained three songs - but luckily for us this has now surfaced and we have the pleasure of listening to this entire show.. I'll play the second set next week, but there's plenty to chew on here - notice of course the very last 'Easy Wind', and a fabulous 'Me & Bobby McGee'... Grateful Dead Manhattan Center New York, NY Date 4/4/71 - Sunday One Bertha ; Me And My Uncle ; Next Time You See Me ; Morning Dew ; Playing In The Band [4:20] ; Loser ; Easy Wind [8:55] ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Greatest Story Ever Told > Johnny B. Goode | |
2008-06-13 | This week we get to hear the rest of that fine 1st set - and the entire 2nd set - from the classic performance of 5/4/77 at the Palladium in NYC., NY. The first set ends with a fine and very well played Dancin' In the Streets, but the real meat of this show is the 2nd set, in my opinion. Here we have a monsterous 45 minute Terrapin->Playin'->Comes a Time->Playin that just will blow your socks off. When the band finishes the Playin' reprise, the house lights come up and the show is over - there's nothing else they can add.. and I don't think anyone was complaining.. I think you'll agree.... Grateful Dead The Palladium New York, NY 5/4/77 - Wednesday end of set 1: Looks Like Rain [8:16] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:05] ; Dancing In The Street [17:56] Two Estimated Prophet [8:14] ; Scarlet Begonias [9:15]> Fire On The Mountain [11:06] ; Terrapin Station [9:40]> Playing In The Band [18:#12]> Comes A Time [10:52]> Playing In The Band [8:06] | |
2008-06-06 | Somehow the month of May slipped by without my having posted something from that unbelievable month in GD history. I'm going to make up for that this week and next with this fat show from the GD archives. This show is somewhat overlooked all in all, with all the attention paid to some of the more famous shows during this month - but its well worth a listen.. Grateful Dead The Palladium New York, NY 5/4/77 - Wednesday One Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [10:29] > Big River [6:37] ; They Love Each Other [6:46] ; New Minglewood Blues [4:44] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [6:43] ; Cassidy [4:39] ; Deal [6:18] ; Please note - I had meant to include the entire first set this week but I made a mistake and didn't.. sorry! I'll include the missing songs in next week's Deadpod. I do hope you enjoy this week's selection - I'll bring you the second set next week. | |
2008-05-30 | This week the conclusion of Bruce Hornsby's first show as a member of the band, 9/15/90 at Madison Square Garden. I think you'll especially enjoy the first half of this set which I find exceptionally well-played and tight throughout. You'll also want to listen to the only post-Brent 'Gimme Some Lovin' with Hornsby - very tasty stuff. The crowd really feeds the band on this one and its obvious throughout. Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - Saturday Two The Weight ; Playing In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Uncle John's Band >Drums > Space > Gimme Some Lovin' > All Along The Watchtower > Stella Blue > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away Encore One More Saturday Night | |
2008-05-23 | Hello friends ! I've had a longstanding request to play a Bruce Hornsby show and while this *is* an atypical one, nevertheless its a good one.. his very first show with the Dead, 9/15/90 from Madison Square Garden in New York. We'll play the first set this week, and I think you'll agree its loaded with energy. Jerry really enjoyed playing with Bruce right from the start as is evident in this recording.. Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - Saturday One Touch Of Grey > Walkin' Blues ; Candyman ; Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues ; West L.A. Fadeaway ; When I Paint My Masterpiece ; Bird Song ; Box Of Rain | |
2008-05-16 | This week a newly released sbd from 1972! I can't resist playing this one, and I think you'll agree that its more than worth your attention this week.. This is from November 15th, 1972, Oklahoma City, OK. All we have is the second set - but its a beauty... Grateful Dead - November 15, 1972 Oklahoma City Music Hall - Oklahoma City, OK Promised Land, Ramble on Rose, Mexicali Blues, Brokedown Palace, Playin In the Band, Big Railroad Blues, Me & Bobby McGee, Wharf Rat, Sugar Magnolia, Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad -> Not Fade Away E: Johnny B. Goode Jerry's guitar work in Playin' was described as 'demonic' by one reviewer - I think you'll agree this is quite special.. I hope you enjoy it!! I want to thank all of you who were able to contribute during our recent pledge drive - what a thrill it is having such a great group of listeners and friends!! Thanks and be well! | |
2008-05-09 | This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of 8/29/80 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. This is a tight and rockin' second set, the boys start with an excellent greatest story into Althea. Then a wonderful version of Let It Grow goes into He's Gone.. I'm sure you'll notice Phil and Brent's contributions on this one.. after space and drums, the band goes into a marvelous Wharf Rat, then back into the rockin' grove with Goin' Down the Road, Around & Around and Johnny B. Goode. While this may not be the most cosmic Dead show around, it certain is a fun, rockin' time.. I hope you enjoy it!! Grateful Dead - August 29, 1980 The Spectrum - Philadelphia, PA Set 2: d2t01 - Greatest Story Ever Told ->Althea, Let It Grow ->He's Gone ->The Other One ->Drums ->Space ->Wharf Rat -> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad -> Around And Around -> Johnny B. Goode Encore: U.S. Blues | |
2008-05-02 | This week we have a great new soundboard of a show from a year that's often under appreciated - 1980. This comes to us from August 29th, 1980, when the boys played the Spectrum in Philladelphia. The first set, which we'll hear this week, starts off with a rockin' Alabama Getaway->Promised Land opener. The band proceeds to play a really high energy twelve song first set, nicely played and sounding like they were really listening to one another. Brent fits in very nicely here, as he's really found his spot by now. I really enjoy the Big River, and Row Jimmy, and check out the crazy set closing Deal!!! This week marks the start of KOPN's spring pledge drive, so I am asking for your help in allowing our community radio station, and this podcast, to remain on the air. Any contribution, no matter what, will help to keep us going. I'm working on securing some CDs to use as premiums to thank you for your support, and will announce them when and if they're finalized. But in the meantime, I hope you'll consider clicking on the contribute now button and helping us out with your contribution. If you prefer to phone in your support, you can reach the station at (573) 874-1139. Thanks!! Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 8/29/80 - Friday One Alabama Getaway [4:31] > The Promised Land [4:16] ; Candyman [6:59] ; Me And My Uncle [2:58] > Big River [5:30] ; Row Jimmy [10:05] > Little Red Rooster [7:33] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:03] ; Far From Me [4:10] ; Lost Sailor[6:39] > Saint Of Circumstance [5:59] > Deal [4:29] | |
2008-04-25 | This week we'll hear the second set of this beautiful audience recording of the Dead at the Frost, 10/10/86. This set starts off with a beautiful Playin, then Jerry really tears up Crazy Fingers. I'm also quite partial to the NFA->Black Peter. The fact that they do a double encore is an indication, I think, that they were happy with their performance as well.... Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CA 10/10/82 - Sunday Playing In The Band> Crazy Fingers> Lost Sailor> Saint Of Circumstance> Touch Of Grey> Drums> Space> The Wheel> Throwing Stones> Not Fade Away> Black Peter> Sugar Magnolia Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [6:12]> It's All Over Now, Baby Blue | |
2008-04-18 | This week we get to savor a truly outstanding audience recording of one of the best shows of the early 1980s - October 10th, 1982 at the Frost Ampitheater in Palo Alto CA. The band comes charging out right from the gate, with of all things, a mad "Minglewood Blues" that will blow you away. Brent really shines on the 'Far From Me' a little later in the first set, and the China-Rider is exquisite. All in all I'm sure you'll enjoy this first set and we'll play the second set of this show next week... Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CA Date 10/10/82 - Sunday One New Minglewood Blues [7:23] > Sugaree [10:11] > Little Red Rooster [7:35] ; Tennessee Jed [8:10] ; Cassidy [5:54] ; Loser [7:00] ; Far From Me [3:59] > Looks Like Rain [8:45] ; China Cat Sunflower [6:17] > I Know You Rider [5:32] | |
2008-04-11 | I've had a request for this show for almost a year and for one reason or another never got around to playing it.. but some recent requests for Pigpen and a stroke of good fortune caused me not to overlook it any longer.. This piece of primal Dead has some wonderful versions of some classic early songs; I particularly like the Pigpen numbers and 'Sittin On Top of the World'.. 'Doin' That Rag' is always a favorite of mine as well. Grateful Dead Purdue University Lafayette, IN 4/18/69 - Friday One [1:35:39 +] [0:18] ; Hard To Handle [4:58] ; [1:30] ; Morning Dew [10 ;30] ; [1:35] ; Cryptical Envelopment [1:55] > Drums [0:21] > The Other One [9:41] > Cryptical Envelopment [6:43] > Sittin' On Top Of The World [2:58] > King Bee [8:00] ; [0:10] % [0:22] ; Doin' That Rag [7:#39] ; [0:17] ; Turn On Your Love Light [27:02] ; [0:28] ; Cosmic Charlie [6:29] ; [0:30] ; Beat It On Down The Line [2:31] ; [0:14] % Comments There is a brief cut at about 7:20 of Doin' That Rag. | |
2008-04-04 | This week we listen to the second set from September 21st, 1973 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. This set starts with the last version of a song that I happen to really like, "Let Me Sing Your Blues Away", but when you hear it you can understand why it got dropped.. the rest of the set is much better however, and the addition of Joe Ellis and Martin Fierro on trumpet and sax respectively is amazing. I think you'll agree that the horns add a unique and lovely element to the arrangement on these songs. Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 9/21/73 - Friday Let Me Sing Your Blues Away ; Weather Report Suite Prelude > Weather Report Suite Part 1 > Let It Grow ; He's Gone > Truckin' > The Other One > Wharf Rat ; Row Jimmy ; Casey Jones (MISSING) Encore One More Saturday Night | |
2008-03-28 | This week a truly great show suggested by one of my wonderful listeners in honor of the passing of Martin Fierro - The Spectrum, September 21st, 1973. Although Martin doesn't play sax until the second set I couldn't bare to not play the entire show so we will get to his performance next week. This week, I hope you enjoy the wonderful and well-played first set, including such gems as "Here Comes Sunshine", and "Black Peter". Jerry and Keith in particular shine in this first set..... Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA Date 9/21/73 - Friday One Big Railroad Blues ; Me And My Uncle ; Brown Eyed Women ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Sugaree ; Big River ; Here Comes Sunshine ; El Paso ; Loose Lucy ; Jack Straw ; Black Peter ; Playing In The Band | |
2008-03-21 | Hello Friends! This week we'll listen to the conclusion of the Dead's show at Alpine Valley on August 8th, 1982. I think you'll really enjoy the wonderful Scarlet Begonias, the crazy drums with guest Zakir Hussein, as well as John Cipollina's guest guitar work on "The Other One", "Wharf Rat" and "Not Fade Away". Check out the crazy version of Satisfaction as well.. Whew! :) Just a note, my computer that I usually use to put together the show fried its motherboard this week - I had to use a different one to get the Deadpod together - if you notice any problems please let me know. Grateful Dead Venue Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI 8/8/82 - Sunday Scarlet Begonias [9:55]> Fire On The Mountain [13:48]> Estimated Prophet [14:27]> Jam (1) [3:27]> Drums [8:#02]> Space [4:14]> The Other One [6:51]> Not Fade Away [4:49]> Wharf Rat [9:01]> Good Lovin' [8:21] Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [7:15]> Brokedown Palace [5:05#] | |
2008-03-14 | This week we get a nice recording of a wonderful early 80's show - this one comes to us from Alpine Valley, August the 8th, 1982. This week we'll hear the first set (and the opener of the 2nd), next week we'll finish up the show.. I really enjoyed the Alabama Getaway openers of this period and this is no exception. I also think you'll like the Little Red Rooster, Looks Like Rain and Peggy-O in this first set for sure. Samson and Delilah close out the set in an unusual position for this song, but one that works well. There are a few flubs and recording problems - the Loser is cut at the beginning unfortunately - but nevertheless an enjoyable listen, I think. Grateful Dead Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI 8/8/82 - Sunday One Alabama Getaway [4:47] > The Promised Land [4:27] ; They Love Each Other [8:18] ; Mama Tried [2:44] > Mexicali Blues [5:02] ; Loser [#4:33] ; Little Red Rooster [7:49] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:25] > Looks Like Rain [8:26] ; Peggy-O [7:06] ; Samson And Delilah [7:47] Two Far From Me | |
2008-03-07 | This week we'll listen to the remainder of the Dead's performance at Cal Expo, August 6th, 1989. The rest of this second set is a pleasure to listen to - highlighted by a wonderful 'Other One'. I've also been told that its a sure sign that the band enjoyed themselves when they encore with 'Johnny B. Goode' :) Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA 8/6/89 - Sunday Samson And Delilah [6:27] % Ship Of Fools [7:29] ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [8:13] > Drums [8:49] > Space [7:33] > I Will Take You Home [3:53] > The Other One [9:13] > Wharf Rat [9:39] > Turn On Your Lovelight [6:08] Encore Johnny B. Goode [3:24] > And We Bid You Good Night [2:29] | |
2008-02-29 | This week I have an excellent show from 1989 for your listening pleasure - we'll be hearing the first part of August 6th, 1989 from Cal Expo. The show starts with a 'Let the Good Times Roll' that the band ends perfectly and rolls into 'Feel Like a Stranger' and then Franklin's Tower.. A very interesting and well played start to a wonderful show. I really enjoy this first part of the show - highlighted by Garcia's singing on Ramble on Rose and a great version of Birdsong. I've included the magnificent Scarlet->Fire that opens the 2nd set.. Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA 8/6/89 - Sunday One Good Times [3:55] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:39] ~ Franklin's Tower [7:51] ; Walkin' Blues [6:09] ; Ramble On Rose [7:45] ; When I Paint My Masterpiece [5:04] % Bird Song [11:59] Two Scarlet Begonias [8:50] > Fire On The Mountain [12:37] | |
2008-02-22 | This week I'd had a request for some '68 Dead, and just happened to have just gotten this remastered beauty. This is quite an amazing recording for a 40 year old show, even more amazing is how accomplished the band sounds when I think of how young they were. I think the power of this music, especially in the second set, is really amazing.. Grateful Dead Carousel Ballroom San Francisco, CA Date 2/14/68 - Wednesday One Morning Dew [#6:24] % Good Morning Little Schoolgirl [#12:26] % Dark Star [#4:10]> China Cat Sunflower [4:06]> The Eleven [5:09]> Turn On Your Lovelight [9:01] ; (1) [0:05] Two (2) Cryptical Envelopment [1:42]> The Other One [3:06]> Cryptical Envelopment [3:58]> New Potato Caboose [8:37]> Born Cross-Eyed [2:46]> Spanish Jam [11:59]; [3:14]; Alligator [3:17]> Drums [2:27]> (3) Alligator [7:#56]> Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [10:40]> Feedback [5:24] Encore (4) In The Midnight Hour [9:#51] | |
2008-02-15 | Hope all of you had a wonderful Valentine's Day! This week we'll finish listening to the conclusion of the fabulous show from 6/10/73, Washington D.C. The highlight of this week's show of course is the entire, unusual third set, featuring members of the Allman Brothers Band and Merle Saunders. This includes a smoking That's All Right, Mama and some huge guitar licks from Dicky Betts on Not Fade Away. Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - Sunday Wharf Rat [8:21] > Truckin' [7:01] ; Sugar Magnolia [9:18] Three [49:20] ; It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry [7:22] ; That's All Right, Mama [13:45] ; The Promised Land [4:07] ; Not Fade Away [11:08] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [11:11] > Drums [6:22] > Not Fade Away [3:40] ; Johnny B. Goode [2:35] | |
2008-02-08 | This week is a very special Deadpod, as it marks the start of our Winter pledge drive for our community radio station, KOPN 89.5 FM as well as for the Deadpod. Musically, we'll continue where we left off last week - we'll be listening to most of the second set from RFK Stadium, June 10th, 1973. This is truly classic Grateful Dead - Eyes of the World into Stella Blue, a Big River, Here Comes Sunshine and a great Dark Star are some of the highlights of this fantastic set.. In the second part of the Deadpod I talk to Gary McKinney, musician, and author of a new novel, Slipknot, a murder mystery whose main character, Sheriff Gavin Pruitt, is a Deadhead. The novel explores his philosophy -influcenced by the band of course, and a classic confrontation of self interest verses the environment.. Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - Sunday Two: Eyes Of The World [21:17] > Stella Blue [8:10] ; Big River [4:#03] ; Here Comes Sunshine [10:32] ; Around And Around [4:59] ; Dark Star [25:43] > He's Gone [14:07] | |
2008-02-01 | This week we have a new release of a classic Dead show, this one from the start of the summer of 1973. This week we'll listen to the first set, which as you can see from the setlist below contains plenty of surprises for a first set! Besides the very unusual opening Morning Dew, it contains the last version of 'Wave that Flag' before this song morphs into US Blues. I think you'll agree that Garcia is in fine voice on this show and I'm confident you'll enjoy yourself as you listen! Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - Sunday One Morning Dew [11:10] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:11] ; Ramble On Rose [6:24] ; Jack Straw [3:43] ; Wave That Flag [5:37] ; Looks Like Rain [7:29] ; Box Of Rain [4:58] ; They Love Each Other [4:37] ; The Race Is On [2:56] ; Row Jimmy [9:07] ; El Paso [4:22] ; Bird Song [11:58] ; Playing In The Band [17:04] | |
2008-01-25 | This week we'll listen to the second set from the first of the fine 'From Egypt with Love' concerts - October 17th, 1978. A wonderfully well played set - I really enjoy the space, actually and of course, Jerry's "If I Had the World to Give".. Enjoy Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/17/78 - Tuesday Scarlet Begonias [9:35] > Fire On The Mountain [10:50] ; Estimated Prophet [11:45] > Eyes Of The World [13:#37] > Drums [11:52] > Space [8:49] > If I Had The World To Give [7:07] > Around And Around [9:10] Encore U.S. Blues [4:46#] | |
2008-01-18 | This week's Deadpod has two parts - first off, a great first set from a legendary show - 10/17/78, the first of the "From Egypt with Love" shows marking the band's return from the famous tour of Egypt to Winterland.. This week we'll hear the first set, including a wonderful Jack Straw closer.. I hope you'll enjoy it.. The second part is an interview I recorded with Donna Jean (Godchaux) McKay last week. We discuss Donna's new cd: "Donna Jean & the Tricksters" as well as Jerry and the Grateful Dead... I hope you enjoy it! Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA Date 10/17/78 - Tuesday One The Promised Land [4:15] ; Friend Of The Devil [7:59] ; Mama Tried [2:31]> Mexicali Blues [3:31] ; Tennessee Jed [8:15] ; I Need A Miracle [6:21] ; Stagger Lee [5:50] ; Jack Straw [6:25] During interview: "All I Gotta Say" - from "Donna Jean & The Tricksters" and "I'll Be With Thee" - Jerry Garcia Band , 3/18/78 Warner Theater Washington DC | |
2008-01-11 | This week I have a wonderful show from 1970 to share with you.. its full of energy and life and you can just feel how happy the boys are to be playing on this one.. I especially enjoy the Mason's Children->Black Peter... just check out Jerry's singing on this one!!! Here's the setlist: Grateful Dead Golden Hall - San Diego Community Concourse San Diego, CA Date 1/10/70 - Saturday One [85:55 +] [0:59 "Clear the fuckin aisles"] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:02]> Jam [3:10]> I Know You Rider [4:23] ; [2:10] ; Me And My Uncle [3:11] ; [0:18] ; Dire Wolf [4:16] ; [0:55] ; Hard To Handle [5:13] ; [0:12] % Casey Jones [4:20] ; [0:15] ; Mason's Children [4:25]> Black Peter [9:06] ; [0:06] % Good Lovin' [1:51]> Drums [3:26]> Good Lovin' [4:03] ; [0:13] ; Cold Rain And Snow [5:08] ; [0:34] ; Turn On Your Lovelight [25:37] ; | |
2008-01-04 | Happy New Year everyone! While I was looking through the collection for some requested music from Reconstruction, I came across this gem which I thought I should share with you as the first show of the new year.. This comes to us from 1975, and I really enjoy the sound on this even though it *is* an audience front of board recording.. I hope you enjoy it too.... Legion of Mary, 5/22/1975 Keystone, Berkeley CA set one: Tore Up Over You, Little Sunflower, I Feel Like Dynamite, Every Word You Say, Mystery Train set two: He Ain't Give You None, Boogie On Reggae Woman, When I Die, Going, Going Gone, (I'm A) Road Runner |
