Dead Show/podcast for 12/27/19

Our post-Christmas Deadpod for this week features a show from the band's New Year's run in 1991, this one from Saturday night December 28, 1991.
While it is a Saturday night, the band surprises us by opening up with a (partial) version of  'One More Saturday Night' before heading into 'Jack Straw'. Bobby screws up his line, resulting in a roar from the crowd, but the real story of this set is that the band is tight and Jerry is in both fine voice and great virtuosity. Personal highlights include the 'Minglewood', 'Cassidy' and a great set-closing 'Deal'.



Grateful Dead
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena
Oakland, CA 12/28/91 - Saturday
One    
One More Saturday Night ;
Jack Straw ;
Peggy-O ;
New Minglewood Blues ;
Dire Wolf ;
Queen Jane Approximately ;
Loser ;
Cassidy ;
Deal

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod122719.mp3

I want to wish everyone a very HAPPY New Year - let's hope its a good one..
Be safe, and take care of each other.

My thanks for your kind support this year, and I look forward to sharing more of this wonderful music with you in 2020!

Dead Show/podcast for 12/20/19

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!
This week's Deadpod celebrates the season with a show from December 23, 1970 at the Winterland in San Francisco CA.
I have three different sources for this show, each of them slightly different - I decided to put two of them together. I'm sure the order is probably not right, but the recordings each sound quite nice and I'm hoping that you'll enjoy them this week, as we celebrate the holidays and the fact that soon the days will start to grow lighter each day.

Here's the combined setlists:
Grateful Dead
Winterland Arena
San Francisco, CA 12/23/70 - Wednesday

first tape:
Hard To Handle
Candyman
Me & My Uncle
Cold Rain and Snow

Second tape:
Deep Elem Blues ;
Beat It On Down The Line ;
I’m A King Bee ;
Me And My Uncle ;
Cumberland Blues
Me & Bobby McGee
Dire Wolf
Good Lovin'
Casey Jones>
Uncle John's Band









Benefit for the Montessori School and Bear

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod122019.mp3


(Sorry about the duplicated Uncle - didn't feel like trying to chop up the sets..)

I hope you enjoy this fine serving of classic Dead, and hopefully enjoy some relaxing times with friends and family.

thank you all for your support. I wish you all health and happiness this year.

Dead Show/podcast for 12/13/19

Lucky us! We get to listen to this wonderful second set from December 1, 1979 at the Stanley Theater in Pittsburgh PA on this week's Deadpod.
This is a fine recording and the music is quite good, even thrilling at times. The China>Rider opener is just right, then pay attention to the fine opening to 'Looks Like Rain'.. quite unique. 'He's Gone' is done quite well alos, and leads into a wonderful jam that is clearly the highlight of this show.. including a 'Gloria' refrain'.. but just let yourself be carried by Garcia's shaping of the musical atmosphere here.. Listen to how worked up Bobby gets in the (first ever) CC Rider..
The rest of the set is more standard, but still a pleasure to hear, including a very fine 'Black Peter'. 

 
Grateful Dead
Stanley Theatre
Pittsburgh, PA 12/1/79 - Saturday

Two

China Cat Sunflower [5:21] >
I Know You Rider [7:18] ;
Looks Like Rain [7:37] ;
He's Gone (1) [23:33] >
C C Rider [6:58] >
Space [6:#52] >
Drums [10:26] >
Not Fade Away [8:51] >
Black Peter [11:14] >
Sugar Magnolia [8:21]
Encore    
One More Saturday Night [4:51]
Comments     (1) includes a Gloria Jam

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod121319.mp3

Best of luck to you today!
Thank you to my kind friends whose support keeps the Deadpod alive. 

Dead Show/podcast for 12/6/19

Here's a show that I attended and found to be quite magical at the time.. it is from December 1st, 1979 at the Stanley Theater in Pittsburgh PA. A beautiful, small venue, the energy on this night was unmatched and I'm sure it comes through on this nice recording.
The show starts with a smoking 'Jack Straw', which Jerry then takes into a long and beautiful 'Sugaree'. After this we know we're in for an evening of great jamming, and the boys don't let us down. 'Uncle>Big River', is even full of life, and 'Loser' always a favorite of mine, is perfect.
Brent, still new on keyboards, sings a nice 'Easy to Love You'. Bobby's slide work in the 'Minglewood' that follows, could be better but a great 'Althea' saves the day and the band ends this first set with a wonderful 'Music Never Stopped'.. We'll hear set 2 next week...

Grateful Dead
Stanley Theatre
Pittsburgh, PA
12/1/79 - Saturday
One    
Jack Straw [5:36] >
Sugaree [16:52] ;
Me And My Uncle [2:53] >
Big River [6:18] ;
Loser [7:21] ;
Easy To Love You [3:43] ;
New Minglewood Blues [7:21] ;
Althea [11:33] ;
The Music Never Stopped [8:44]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod120619.mp3

Peace, health and happiness to all of you during this season.

thank you.

Dead Show/podcast for 11/28/19

Happy Thanksgiving!

As always we present an acoustic performance from the Dead for your Thanksgiving listening and relaxing pleasure. This one is from June 4, 1970 at the Fillmore West in San Francisco California. A fine recording, with a minimum of flaws, I hope you enjoy this as I wish for you a peaceful and happy holiday.

Grateful Dead
Fillmore West
San Francisco, CA 6/4/70 - Thursday    

Acoustic
   
Monkey & The Engineer (NOT on this recording)
Deep Elem Blues 
Candyman 
Silver Threads And Golden Needle 
Friend Of The Devil 
Black Peter 
Cumberland Blues 
Wake Up Little Susie 
Swing Low Sweet Chariot 
Uncle John's Band

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod112819.mp3


This is a time to thank all of you for the allowing me the privilege of sharing this music with you each week.
Thanks for listening and your support.
May blessings of peace and health be showered on you and yours this coming year.

Dead Show/podcast for 11/22/19

Hey Now! Here's a great second set for your pre-Thanksgiving preparations.. from 11/2/84 at the Berkeley Community Theater, this was probably the highlight of the run, as the band turns in a solid performance highlighted by some great Garcia licks, some amazing Phil sounds and some excellent work from Bobby and Brent.
The 'Help>Slip>Frank' is as always, a great opener, and the band revs it up during the jam in Slipknot! Bobby does a fine 'Sailor>Saint' here, and Brent adds a great deal of depth to Bobby's finale during 'Sailor'. Listen as well to Phil during that Saint for an example of his unmatched abilities. They move into a strong 'Wharf Rat' in the pre-drums slot then break out 'Gimme Some Lovin' for the fist time. They finish the Playin' in the Band they started on 10/28, then finish with strong versions of 'Bertha>Good Lovin'. They return for the last 'Casey Jones' until 1992..

Grateful Dead
Berkeley Community Theater
Berkeley, CA 11/2/84 - Friday
Two    
Help On The Way [3:07]>
Slipknot! [7:30}>
Franklin's Tower [11:43] ;
Lost Sailor [7:00]>
Saint Of Circumstance [6:43] ;
Wharf Rat [11:01]>
Space [0:29]>
Gimme Some Lovin' [5:17]>
Drums>
Space [10:41]>
Playing In the Band Reprise [7:45]>
Bertha [6:37]>
Good Lovin' [7:52]
Encore    
Casey Jones [5:19]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod112219.mp3


Be sure and pick us up Thanksgiving morning for a special holiday edition of the Deadpod!

Thanks for your kind support.

Dead Show/podcast for 11/15/19

This week I chose to bring you an unusual show from November 2, 1984 at the Berkeley Community Theater. This was the 4th show of a 5 show run at this small venue, close to home for the band and their fans and it has an intimate feel to it. The band is quite loose, too loose sometimes (listen to Bobby completely lose the lyrics to El Paso) but also interested in mixing things up as you can see from the setlist. A strong 'Jack Straw' starts things up.  While Jerry's voice is not at its best this night a wonderful 'Peggy O ' follows then the aforesaid 'El Paso', saved as it were by a great Garcia solo. Jerry perhaps sticks it to Bobby a bit with the 'Loser' that follows, but that goes into what is probably the highlight of the set a nice 'Smokestack Lightning>Spoonful' combination. The set ends, quite early, with 'Iko, Iko' with a very unusual opening..
We'll hear a solid set 2 from this show next week..

Grateful Dead
Berkeley Community Theatre
Berkeley, CA
11/2/84 - Friday
   
One
  
Jack Straw [6:29] >
Peggy-O [7:06] ;
El Paso [6:09] ;
Loser [6:55] >
Smokestack Lightnin' [6:16] >
Spoonful [4:23] ;
Iko Iko [8:23]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod111519.mp3

My thanks to the kind friends who support the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 11/8/19

'I want to tell you how it's gonna be.....'
and let me tell you this second set from November 24, 1972 in Dallas Texas is one rockin' hour + of fine Grateful Dead music. Unlike most of their four other Texas shows during this leg of the fall '72 tour there is no 'Dark Star' or 'Other One' here.. and this second set is notable for being fairly straight-ahead rock and roll. The show really gets moving with a fantastic 'Truckin' .. Jerrry really takes off here, Sugar Magnolia is no slouch either but the uniqueness of this one comes in the fine 'Not Fade Away>Going' Down the Road>Not Fade Away'. Despite Jerry breaking a string, I'm certain you'll enjoy the unique take on this combo here. Not for the faint of heart ;)



Grateful Dead
Dallas Memorial Auditorium
Dallas, TX 11/24/72 - Friday
Two
China Cat Sunflower [5:#25] >
I Know You Rider [4:42] ;
Box Of Rain [4:40] ;
Truckin' [12:24]  ;
Ramble On Rose [6:02] ;
Big River [4:13] ;
Casey Jones [6:16] ;
Sugar Magnolia [8:32] ;
Not Fade Away [8:58] >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [7:31] >
Not Fade Away [5:13]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110819.mp3

Thank you for your support of the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 11/1/19

On this week's Deadpod we feature a somewhat rare 'ish' show from November 24, 1972 Dallas Texas.  Quite a well-played show, it has  a few hiccups here and there, but overall a nice recording as well. Bobby tells us that Pigpen isn't here, at the end of Don't Ease, as he is home sick.
I think Jerry throughout is quite on it. Some of my highlights are the Brown Eyed Women, a very nice Black Throated Wind, and a great Playin .... the Deal has an unusual Jerry vocal flub ;) 



Grateful Dead
Dallas Memorial Auditorium
Dallas, TX 11/24/72 - Friday   
One   
Don't Ease Me In [#3:13]  ;
Me And My Uncle [2:55] ;
Brown Eyed Women [4:45] ;
Black Throated Wind [6:27] ;
Bertha [5:39] ;
El Paso [4:12] ;
Deal [4:14] ;
Beat It On Down The Line [3:03] ;
Tennessee Jed [#6:35] ;
Jack Straw [4:30] ;
Sugaree [7:04] ;
Playing In The Band [20:38]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110119.mp3

I finally received some promotional copies of the recently released:
'Saint of Circumstance - 6/17/91'
and wanted to give you a chance to win a copy..

Again, I'd rather mail these to folks who've been able to support the Deadpod so please only enter if you have in the last year..
You can send me your email entry, including your name and US postal address to: thedeadpod@gmail.com ..
If  you'd rather not take your chances you can pick up this fine release here:
https://store.dead.net/music/new-releases/saint-of-circumstance-giants-stadium-east-rutherford-nj-6-17-91-digital.html

peace

Dead Show/podcast for 10/25/18

This week's Deadpod features the second set of the band's 'From Egypt With Love' performances at Winterland on October 18, 1978.
This is an interesting set, it starts out rather slow, with a less than inspired 'Bertha'>'Good Lovin'. If you're a fan, Donna Jean's 'From the Heart of Me' follows.. I rather enjoy it, but it may be an acquired taste. 'Ship of Fools' follows, then the pre-drums highlight 'Samson and Delilah'. 'Terrapin Station' follows, but Jerry blows the lyrics and does an extended solo. An excellent 'Playin' In the Band' leads into a Drums and Space marked by the guest appearance of Lee Oskar, which gives it an unusual flavor. The jam into the 'Wharf Rat' that follows is exceptional however, as is the Rat, one of the best of the period. A very unusual set-closing 'Truckin' follows, quite well played. They return for an equally unusual 'I Need a Miracle' encore, a song that really fit well in that spot...

Grateful Dead
Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA
10/18/78 - Wednesday

Two    
Bertha [7:13] >
Good Lovin' [6:05] ;
From The Heart Of Me [3:48] ;
Ship Of Fools [6:36] ;
Samson And Delilah [8:19] ;
Terrapin Station [12:06] >
Playing In The Band [10:#49] >
Drums (1) [9:30] >
Space (1) [5:58] >
Wharf Rat [11:#33] >
Truckin' [11:21]
Encore    
I Need A Miracle [4:20#]
Comments     (1) with Lee Oskar on harmonica, appears at 4:48 into drums.

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod102519.mp3

 Have a safe and happy Halloween!!

The Deadpod exists due to the kindness of those good folk who support it. Thank you. 

Dead Show/podcast for 10/18/19

We go back 41 years to this day in 1978 at Winterland in San Francisco to revisit the band's 2nd in the series of  'From Egypt with Love' concerts.This is a tight, well-played set with the band playing as well together as anyone could ask. The opening 'Sugaree' is massive - don't let the first few minutes of audience patch deter you from listening to this - Garcia soars here. I have to mention 'Big River' as well. Likewise on the 'Peggy-O', one of the best versions of this you might ever hear.  Even 'Stagger Lee' is much above average with a wonderful ending solo. Listen to how well Bob, Donna and Jerry collaborate on 'Looks Like Rain'.
I trust you'll enjoy this respite from the everyday...


Grateful Dead
Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA
10/18/78 - Wednesday
One    
Sugaree [#13:32] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:06] >
Big River [5:48] ;
Peggy-O [7:45] ;
Looks Like Rain [8:16] ;
Stagger Lee [6:15] ;
New Minglewood Blues [5:53] ;
Candyman [6:52] ;
The Music Never Stopped [8:06]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101819.mp3

Thank you for your kind support of the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 10/11/19

This week's Deadpod features the band's performance at the Rainbow Theater in London England on Saturday October 3rd, 1981. This second set contains some wonderful improvisational music and both a fabulous pre-drums setlist and a spectacular Morning Dew. I think you'll agree that the music here flows beyond the structure of these songs to explore some unexpected places before settling back into familiar terrain.  There's some great sound in Drums and Space as well.



Grateful Dead
Rainbow Theatre
London, England 10/3/81 - Saturday    

Two   

Feel Like A Stranger [8:47] >
Franklin's Tower [11:23] >
Estimated Prophet [13:23] >
Terrapin Station [10:54#] >
Drums >
Space [6:54] >
Not Fade Away [8:05] >
Morning Dew [11:17] >
Around And Around [3:54] >
One More Saturday Night [4:24]
Encore    
Brokedown Palace [5:27]
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101119.mp3

Your support of the Deadpod is greatly appreciated!

Enjoy 

Dead Show/podcast for 10/4/19

We start out October with a show from across the pond in London, England on October 3rd, 1981. A well-played, rockin' first set gives a few hints as to the improvisation that will follow in set 2 next week.
'Alabama Getaway' is the opener, not uncommon for the time, and while the sound is a bit dicey at first things clear up nicely for the rest of the set. There's a really nice 'Peggy-O' here, and the 'Little Red Rooster' is a real rocker. 'Bird Song' has some very nice moments from Garcia, and the jam between 'China Cat' and 'I Know You Rider' is quite good as well. Brent is quite featured in the mix throughout, although Bobby's guitar is often a bit too low.



Grateful Dead
Rainbow Theater  London, England
Date     10/3/81 - Saturday    
One    
Alabama Getaway >
The Promised Land ;
Peggy-O ;
Me And My Uncle >
Big River ;
Tennessee Jed >
Little Red Rooster ;
Bird Song >
Looks Like Rain ;
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod100419.mp3

I do thank you for listening, and those of you who are able to support the Deadpod!


p.s. I'm supposed to be getting some copies of the new release of 6/17/91 'Saint of Circumstance' CD set. Keep watching this space for details on how you could enter to win a copy !
details on the release are here:
https://store.dead.net/special-edition-shops/giants-stadium/saint-of-circumstance-giants-stadium-east-rutherford-nj-6-17-91-digital.html

Dead Show/podcast for 9/27/19

This week we mourn the passing of the great Robert Hunter. The Grateful Dead would not have been what they were and are without his voice, his words and his wisdom. Sleep in the stars, Robert.

In his honor I present this wonderful set from September 28th, 1977 at the Paramount Theater in Seattle Washington. Although the first five songs are missing from this Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard the remainder of the show sparkles and crackles with the unique energy that the band brought to their craft during this year.

I've added a Robert Hunter song from a performance of his back in 1980 in New York. I hope you enjoy it.

Grateful Dead
Paramount Theatre Seattle, WA
9/28/77 - Wednesday
One    

Tennessee Jed [8:46] ;
Passenger [3:34] ;
Peggy-O [7:48] ;
Me And My Uncle [2:44] ;
Friend Of The Devil [7:02] ;
The Music Never Stopped [6:36]
Two    
Bertha [6:56] >
Good Lovin' [5:12] ;
Dire Wolf [3:49] ;
Estimated Prophet [9:18] >
Eyes Of The World [12:22] >
Drums [4:39] >
Not Fade Away [14:41] >
Wharf Rat [10:50] >
Around And Around [7:28]
Encore    
U.S. Blues [5:49]  

Robert Hunter
1980-08-21
The Other End, NYC
Ripple

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092719.mp3

Thanks for being here.

Dead Show/podcast for 9/20/19

This week's Deadpod features the strong second set from the band's performance at the Boston Garden on Sunday, September 26, 1993.
A strong outing from start to finish, it starts with a rockin' 'Iko' which got the place bouncing. Then a well played 'Saint of Circumstance' leads into Jerry's 'Ship of Fools'. Truckin' follows and while Weir does mess up a verse, its a fairly minor slip up in a strong pre-drums set. Drums and Space are quite long, as was common during these later years, but also contain some very interesting segments. Phil and Jerry do a nice job backing up Weir on the 'Miracle' that follows. The highlight of this one of course, is the 'Standing on the Moon' that follows. Full of emotion and beauty, enough said.
The 'Rain' encore was also exceptionally done and a fine choice.



Grateful Dead
Boston Garden Boston, MA
9/26/93 - Sunday    

Two    
Iko Iko ;
Saint Of Circumstance
Ship Of Fools ;
Truckin;
Drums ;
Space ;
I Need A Miracle
Standing On The Moon
Encore    
Rain

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092019.mp3

Thank you for your kind support my friends.

Dead Show/podcast for 9/13/19

Never miss a Sunday show! Especially on Friday the 13th :)
This week I'm stepping a bit out of my comfort zone to bring you a pretty wonderful show from September 26th, 1993 at the old Boston Garden in Boston MA.
This show starts with a fine 'Jack Straw' then Jerry goes right into an excellent version of 'Althea'. In fact I even find the 'Walkin' Blues' here to be above average..
'High Time' is quite well done, with some nice contributions from Vince and Phil. 'Maggie's Farm' is quite fun with each member taking their turn with the verses. 'Lazy River Road' is one of those latter day anthems that kind of mark where Garcia was at the time. I enjoy listening to it sometimes.  'Easy Answers' was and always will be a puzzlement to me, but they close with a fine rockin'  'Don't Ease Me In'




Grateful Dead
Boston Garden Boston, MA
9/26/93 - Sunday    
One    
Jack Straw ;
Althea ;
Walkin' Blues ;
High Time ;
Me And My Uncle (1) >
Maggie's Farm (1) ;
Lazy River Road ;
Easy Answers >
Don't Ease Me In

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091319.mp3

Thanks for your support of the Deadpod which allows me to publish these shows each week.. so very much appreciated!

Dead Show/podcast for 9/6/19

 This week's Deadpod features a *monster* Scarlet>Fire from the second set of the band's performance on September 1st, 1979 in Rochester New  York. But first, take a moment to appreciate the unusual intro from Bobby to this second set :)
This Scarlet>Fire is one of those rather underappreciated jams that can stand comparison to the best of  '73 or '74 Dead. Enjoy the places Garcia takes you as he weaves his magic on this ride. This one takes the entire pre-drums portion of the show.
Following the rather short drums>Space, Garcia gives us a fine 'Wharf Rat', then the band settles into a rocking groove, with Miracle, 'Bertha', and 'Good Lovin' to close out the set. They return for a curfew-shortened 'One More Saturday Night'




Grateful Dead
Holleder Stadium
Rochester, NY 9/1/79 - Saturday

Two    
Scarlet Begonias [13:08] >
Fire On The Mountain [16:02] >
Drums [5:18#] >
Space [3:11] >
Wharf Rat [10:00] >
I Need A Miracle [4:38] >
Bertha [7:04] >
Good Lovin' [6:24]
Encore    
One More Saturday Night [4:36]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090619.mp3

Thanks so much for listening and for your support of the Deadpod

Dead Show/podcast for 8/30/19

Happy Labor Day weekend!
This week's Deadpod takes us to New York state, up to Rochester, where the Dead played a fine outdoor show during the day of September 1st, 1979.
 The first set which we will hear this week, breaks from the gate with a fine 'Mississippi Half-Step' > 'Franklin's Tower' combination. This is for me the highlight of this set, almost 20 minutes long.
The rest of the first set is fine, high-energy Dead, culminating in only the 2nd time that Bobby sang the 'Lost Sailor'>'Saint of Circumstance' combo.. since this is only the 2nd time he performed 'Saint' check out the crazy lyrics! Fun!



Grateful Dead
Holleder Stadium Rochester, NY
9/1/79 - Saturday
One    
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:56] >
Franklin's Tower [10:22] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:08]>
Big River [5:32] ;
Friend Of The Devil [9:02] ;
Looks Like Rain [7:26] ;
Don't Ease Me In [3:21] ;
Lost Sailor [6:35]>
Saint Of Circumstance [6:29]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod083019.mp3

Hoping you have a blast this weekend, as we once again bid adieu to Summer !

Dead Show/podcast for 8/23/19

This week we follow up last week's Deadpod with the second set from the band's performance on August 16, 197 in Telluride Colorado.
I have to admit to scratching my head at this 'Push' opener, but the 'Samson and Delilah' that follows is always on point for a Sunday show :)
'He's Gone' leads into a mildly interesting Drums and Space, but the highlight for me is the quite good 'Other One' for the time period. 'Truckin' leads into 'Black Peter' and a closing 'Good Lovin'.
They return for a double encore - 'Touch' into the wierdest 'Brokedown' you'll ever hear.


Grateful Dead
Town Park
Telluride, CO
8/16/87 - Sunday
Two    
When Push Comes To Shove [4:25]>
Samson And Delilah [6:58]>
He's Gone [10:28]>
Drums [9:48]>
Space [5:40]>
The Other One [6:47]>
Truckin' [6:18]>
Black Peter [8:56]>
Good Lovin' [8:17]
Encore    
Touch Of Grey [6:01]>
Brokedown Palace

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082319.mp3

thank you my friends for your kind support

"Summer flies and August dies
the world grows dark and mean"

Dead Show/podcast for 8/16/19

This week's Deadpod features the anniversary of a show that took place 32 years ago at Town Park in beautiful Telluride Colorado.
It was the weekend of the celebrated 'Harmonic Convergence' which marked a globally synchronized mediation event as well as an exceptional alignment of planets. Needless to say it did not bring about an era of world peace or contentment. Nonetheless, the boys played an interesting show which was a request from a friend of the Deadpod who is marrying his finance there this summer! All the best wishes, Frank!

The first set which we will hear this week, features some nice work by Brent, as well as a snappy Mississippi Half Step opener and a 'Big Railroad Blues', always a favorite of mine..

Grateful Dead
Town Park Telluride, CO
8/16/87 - Sunday
One    
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [7:15] >
Little Red Rooster [8:15] ;
Iko Iko [4:59] ;
Beer Barrel Polka Tuning ;
Far From Me [3:59] ;
West L.A. Fadeaway [6:49] ;
When I Paint My Masterpiece [4:07] ;
Big Railroad Blues [4:02] >
The Promised Land [3:53]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081619.mp3


"Summers fade and roses die.. "

thank you for your support my friends.

Dead Show/podcast for 8/9/19

That today marks 24 years since Jerry Garcia died, strikes me as a sobering reminder of my own mortality, of how quickly our lives pass, but also as a reminder that I was fortunate to get to see him perform and experience the magic that was in this music. Like every edition of the Deadpod, this week we again celebrate that music, this time with one of their earlier performances, when they were all young and full of boundless energy and enthusiasm. Let the music carry them, and us as we go along on this ride, to places words don't describe. Enjoy.


Grateful Dead
Family Dog at the Great Highway
San Francisco, CA 8/3/69 - Sunday    

Hard To Handle ;
Beat It On Down The Line ;
Hi-Heel Sneakers ;
High Time ;
Mama Tried ;
Dark Star ;
Alligator>
Drums>
The Other One>
Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks)>
And We Bid You Goodnight

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080919.mp3

Thank you for coming along, and for your support that has enabled this to go forward for so long.

Ain't No Time to Hate. 
Peace. 

Dead Show/podcast for 8/2/19

For this 'Days Between' week, on the day following what would have been Jerry Garcia's 77th Birthday, we feature a wonderful set from July 29th, 1974. The band returns following a Seastones' set and leads off with an unusual 'He's Gone'. 'Truckin' follows and while Weir screws up the lyrics, Garcia breaks out into what becomes around a 23 minute jam, in and out of a hint of 'Spoonful' then 'Nobody's Fault' and the first verse of 'The Other One'. There's a great jam out of that into the tight 'Wharf Rat' 'Around and Around' follows them they doubleshift into 'Peggy O'. The 'US Blues' that follows is hot, as is the jam in 'Sugar Magnolia' to close the set. While 'Casey Jones' is listed as the encore, I've read that the band never left the stage...


Grateful Dead
Capital Centre Landover , MD
7/29/74 - Monday

Three
He's Gone [13:21] >
Truckin' [8:35] >
Nobody's Fault But Mine [2:49] >
The Other One [14:39] >
Spanish Jam >
Wharf Rat [9:26] ;
Around And Around [5:11] ;
Peggy-O [6:05] ;
U.S. Blues [5:34] ;
Sugar Magnolia [8:56]
Encore
Casey Jones [6:44]
Comments Spanish Jam timing included in the Other one.

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080219.mp3

Love one another.

Thanks for listening and for your support.

Dead Show/podcast for 7/26/19

Dog days of summer? Nothing beats them like some good 'old Grateful Dead - and this somewhat overlooked classic from the summer of 1974 is sure to leave you smiling.. This comes to us from July 29th, 1974 at the Cap Center in Landover Maryland.  This first set contains some of the classics, of course, as well as some surprises, like the stand alone Scarlet Begonias and the beautiful 'To Lay Me Down'. The highlight here I think, is the wonderful 'Weather Report Suite ' - Garcia is on overdrive here :)

At any rate, I hope you enjoy this touch of sunshine and it helps your week glide on by..



Grateful Dead
Capital Centre
Landover , MD 7/29/74 - Monday
One    
The Promised Land ;
Sugaree [6:43] ;
Black Throated Wind [6:08] ;
It Must Have Been The Roses [5:09] ;
Cumberland Blues [5:38] ;
Scarlet Begonias [6:52] ;
Jack Straw [4:21] ;
Deal [4:37] ;
El Paso [3:58] ;
To Lay Me Down [7:29] ;
Weather Report Suite Prelude [1:21] >
Weather Report Suite Part 1 [4:36] >
Let It Grow [12:58]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod072619.mp3

My thanks to the kind folks who have been able to contribute to the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 7/19/19

I'm hoping that this week's Deadpod will help keep you cool during this hot, hot weather many of us are experiencing this week. This second set starts off with a cover of the Beatles' 'Why Don't We Do It In The Road?' .. clearly a goof, or so I hope :) They get into the real show with a 'China Cat>I Know You Rider' which features some nice work by Jerry and Brent (if a bit speedy :).  'Playin' In The Band' follows with some nice jazzy interludes and flows into a nice 'Uncle John's Band'. Brent follows with one of his darker tunes, 'Don't Need Love' which leads into a quite interesting Drums/Space. They come out of that into the highlight of the set (at least for me) a hauntingly beautiful 'China Doll'. They end with the 'Throwing Stones>Not Fade Away' combo, but return for a great double encore of 'Brokedown Palace' and 'Johnny B. Goode'


Grateful Dead
Greek Theater - University of California
Berkeley, CA 7/15/84 - Sunday

Two    

Why Don't We Do It In The Road [4:07] >
China Cat Sunflower [5:30] >
I Know You Rider [4:32] ;
Playing In The Band [8:31] >
Uncle John's Band [11:28] >
Don't Need Love [6:45] >
Drums [4:39#] >
Space [7:26] >
China Doll [5:35] >
Throwing Stones [9:05] >
Not Fade Away [8:57]
Encore
Brokedown Palace [4:46] ;
Johnny B. Goode [3:50]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071919.mp3


Thank you so much for the kind support of the Deadpod. I greatly appreciate it!

Dead Show/podcast for 7/12/19

This week's Deadpod features a show from a great run of shows that took place during the summer of 1984 from the wonderful Greek Theater in Berkeley California. We previously played the first show of this run and now we'll feature the last. This comes from 7/15/84, and while this first set is a bit short, and Jerry is a bit low in the mix, I love the recording and love how Brent shines here. This starts with a fun 'Dancin in the Streets' into a great 'Birdsong'.  'Cumberland Blues' really soars here as well, and the relatively rare 'My Brother Esau' is a treat to hear again. 'Ramble on Rose' rocks as always, and Bobby brings it on a great 'Hell In a Bucket' to close the set.

Greek Theater (U of California), Berkeley, CA (7/15/84)

Dancin' in the Streets>
Bird Song
New Minglewood Blues
Cumberland Blues
My Brother Esau
Ramble on Rose
Hell in a Bucket

 You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: 

 http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071219.mp3

I hope you enjoy it! 

Thanks so much for picking up the Deadpod, and for your kind support! 

Stay cool... 

Dead Show/podcast for 7/5/19

On this fine summer weekend we get to listen to the second set of the Dead's 4th of July appearance in Austin Texas back in 1981. The set opens hot, with a great 'Feel Like a Stranger' followed by a very nice 'Bird Song' - Jerry rips it up. A nice stretched out 'Playin' In the Band' leads into Drums  and Space, and a great 'Not Fade Away' takes us into the post Drums segment of the show. 'Wharf Rat'  and 'Sugar Mag' close it out, and they return for a spirited 'One More Saturday Night' where Weir again has some fun with the lyrics..

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Grateful Dead
Manor Down Austin, TX
7/4/81 - Saturday

Two

Feel Like A Stranger [8:34] ;
Bird Song [10:55] ;
Playing In The Band [14:32] >
Drums [7:#42] >
Space [5:42] >
Not Fade Away [10:41] >
Wharf Rat [9:37] >
Sugar Magnolia [9:23]
Encore
One More Saturday Night [4:28]

You can listen to this week's Dead pod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod070519.mp3

I hope you had a great 4th of July and hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend!

Thanks so much for your kind support.. see you next week!

Dead Show/podcast for 6/28/19

While it is still a few days off, since this is the last Deadpod before the big 4th of July holiday I thought it appropriate to bring you a big 'ol party from that date in GD history. This one comes from Manor Downs in Austin Texas on July 4th, 1981.We'll hear the first set this week, which of course starts with 'Jack Straw'... leave it to Bobby to screw up the iconic lyrics :)
It's an energetic set, Jerry has some very nice runs on Big River, Tennessee Jed is fine. Loser is always a favorite of mine, and the set-closing China>Rider is sure to please.


Grateful Dead
Manor Downs
Austin, TX
7/4/81 - Saturday
One
 Jack Straw [6:00] ;
Peggy-O [7:03] ;
Me And My Uncle [2:58]>
Big River [5:35] ;
Loser [6:48] ;
Little Red Rooster [8:28] ;
Tennessee Jed [8:14]>
New Minglewood Blues [6:17] ;
China Cat Sunflower [6:45]>
I Know You Rider [4:58]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062819.mp3

Had some issues this week with a sump pump which set back my sending out the CDs to the winners of the Aoxomoxoa giveaway.  I'll sure try to get those out this week.

Thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Dead Show/podcast for 6/21/19

This week we are fortunate enough to be able to hear the second set of the band's outstanding performance on October 2nd, 1972 in Springfield MA.
If you caught last week's Deadpod you know this is a fine recording and that the band is at the top of their game. While the set starts out a bit slowly I think it more than makes up for it by the time we get to GSET. The Half-Step into Stella Blue is a wonderful surprise. The 'Truckin' has a great buildup into the short but sweet 'Nobody's Fault' jam that leads into drums..
 The 'Morning Dew' is wonderful. Sugar Mag closes and they return for a delicious double encore,



Grateful Dead
Springfield Civic Center Arena
Springfield, MA
10/2/72 - Monday
Two

The Promised Land [3:00] ;
He's Gone >
Me And Bobby McGee [#5:15] ;
China Cat Sunflower [6:21]
I Know You Rider [4:56] ;
Tomorrow Is Forever [5:25] ;
Greatest Story Ever Told [5:36] ;
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:09]
Stella Blue [7:09] ;
Truckin' [7:33]
Nobody's Fault But Mine Jam [2:20]
Jam [1:20]
Drums [1:23]
Jam [8:07]
Morning Dew [11:52] ;
Sugar Magnolia [8:05#]
Encore
Uncle John's Band [7:23] ;
Johnny B. Goode [3:21#]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:

http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062119.mp3

A big thank you to my friends who support the Deadpod!

50th Anniversary of Aoxomoxoa!

Hey Now!

I've been fortunate enough to receive a few copies of the brand new Anniversary release of the Grateful Dead's seminal Aoxomoxoa recording!

I'd like to offer these up to supporters of the Deadpod.. If you've supported us in the last year please feel free to enter to receive a copy of the CD at this address:

thedeadpod@gmail.com

Be sure to include your name, email address, and mailing address.. those who don't won't win!

Not only does the CD include both versions of the classic album (both the 1969 and 1971 mixes) it also includes a bonus disc of live recordings from Jan 24-26, 1969 at the Avalon Ballroom! (these are perhaps my favorite parts of the release)!!

If you're a fan of the classic sound - pick this one up - or enter to win!

Dead Show/podcast for 6/14/19

This one's a keeper... a birthday request from Steve, a friend of the Deadpod, this comes to us from October 2nd, 1972, from Springfield MA.
This is a fine recording from one of the high water marks of the band's history. This 14 song first set consists of well-played versions of many of their standards as well as some wonderful jamming and interplay - especially on 'Bird Song', 'Black Throated Wind' and the almost 21 minute 'Playin' In the Band'.
Please excuse the short introduction - just had a cortisone shot in my hand and its still numb :(

Enjoy this beauty this summer weekend...

Grateful Dead
Springfield Civic Center Arena
Springfield, MA 10/2/72 - Monday

One

Cold Rain And Snow [#5:18] ;
Mexicali Blues [3:17] ;
Tennessee Jed [7:36] ;
Beat It On Down The Line [3:16]  ;
Bird Song [12:44] ;
Black Throated Wind [6:#03] ;
Big Railroad Blues [3:46] ;
El Paso [4:18] ;
Brown Eyed Women [4:43] ;
Cumberland Blues [6:32] ;
Jack Straw [4:39] ;
Don't Ease Me In [3:30] ;
Playing In The Band [20:#53] ;
Casey Jones [6:24]

http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod061419.mp3


Much love to the kind folks whose contributions make the Deadpod possible!

Dead Show/podcast for 6/7/19

Here is the second set from the Grateful Dead's performance on Wednesday, May 17, 1978 at the Uptown Theater in Chicago Illinois. I love this recording, and the performance ain't half bad either ;) espcially the Dancin' In The Streets.. The Drums/Space is unusually long for this period but it is fun and contains some unexpected moments from Phil and Donna.
Terrapin and Not Fade Away in particular return to the characteristic '78 sound that was a little slower and more twangy as it were, but a pleasure to listen to.
Of course a Werewolves encore ain't half bad either :)


Grateful Dead
Uptown Theatre Chicago, IL
5/17/78 - Wednesday
Two
Samson And Delilah [7:05] ;
Friend Of The Devil [8:44] ;
Dancing In The Street [14:35] >
Drums [18:16] >
Space [1:48] >
Terrapin Station [10:54] ;
Not Fade Away [13:53] ;
Around And Around [8:56]
Encore
Werewolves Of London [7:06]


You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod060719.mp3



Stay tuned for some cool information regarding this new anniversary release and your chance to win!

Thanks for your support of the Deadpod! 

Dead Show/podcast for 5/31/19

Here's a pretty little set to send out the month of May in style.. This one comes to us form May 17th, 1978 at the Uptown theater in Chicago Illinois. This one starts with the first ever 'Mississipi-Half Step'>'Franklin's Tower' combo, and one that showcases some really nice licks from Mr. Garcia (and I should add some very nice work from Mr. Weir as well). The next two are Bobby's - 'Me and My Uncle' into a tight 'Big River'. Lovely versions of 'It Must Have Been The Roses' and 'Looks like Rain' showcase the more laid back side of the Dead as well as what Donna Jean could add  in terms of backing vocals. A rolling "Tennessee Jed' follows, with Keith adding some nice color and Jerry adding some spirited vocals to make for a real good time. Bobby encourages the crowd to wish Mickey and Billy a Happy Birthday.... then they play a full on Funiculi Funicula...
They close with a nice 'Lazy Lightnin'>Supplication'...


Grateful Dead
Uptown Theatre Chicago, IL
5/17/78 - Wednesday
One
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:24]>
Franklin's Tower [14:19] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:04] >
Big River [5:44] ;
It Must Have Been The Roses [6:53] ;
Looks Like Rain [9:05] ;
Tennessee Jed [8:57] ;
Funiculi Funicula [1:25] ;
Lazy Lightnin' [3:20] >
Supplication [6:38]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod053119.mp3


As always, I want to acknowledge and thank the kind folks whose support makes the Deadpod possible.. Thank You!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/24/19

This week's Memorial Day weekend Deadpod features the second set from the band's performance at Shoreline Amphitheater on May 12th, 1991. I'm a sucker for a Help>Slip>Frank opening and I quite enjoy this one. There are plenty of Phil bombs here and Bruce Hornsby's presence is heard here as well. Jerry is quite present throughout this set and is in relatively great voice. 

For a post-Brent show I think this one is quite good, and the Weight encore was a favorite of mine in this era. 

I hope you enjoy.. 

Grateful Dead

Shoreline Amphitheater Mountain View, CA

5/12/91 - Sunday

Two

Help On The Way >

Slipknot! >

Franklin's Tower ;

Looks Like Rain ;

Terrapin Station >

Drums >

Space >

Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad >

Throwing Stones ;

Turn On Your Love Light

Encore

The Weight

you can listen to this week's Deadpod here: 

http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052419.mp3

Be sure to join us on our Facebook group.. and you can listen to the Deadpod on Spotify as well. 

Have a safe and Fun Memorial Day weekend! 

Summertime will come and go before you know! 

Dead Show/podcast for 5/17/19

I've been thinking it was time for a post-Brent show so I've decided on this one from Shoreline on May 12, 1991. This one has an interesting, well-played setlist, including the breakout of Dylan's "It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry".
Bruce Hornsby is with the band and I always enjoyed his contributions.
'Deal' is a smokin' set closer here..
Excuse the short intro - trying to type wirh a splint on one of my fingers (trigger finger ::)


Grateful Dead
Shoreline Amphitheatre
Mountain View, CA
5/12/91 - Sunday
One
Picasso Moon [6:15] ;
Althea [8:05] ;
C C Rider [3:23] >
It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry [3:14] ;
El Paso [4:19] ;
High Time [6:38] ;
Black Throated Wind [5:53] ;
Deal [10:20]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051719.mp3

Thanks to my kind friends who support the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/10/19

There's alot to love in this week's Deadpod, and that's only appropriate for a Mother's Day weekend, I suppose. This massive second set clocks in at just under a couple hours, and it is filled with extraordinary jams, soulful vocals and wonderful ensemble execution. This comes to us from their performance in El Paso Texas, on November 23rd, 1973. This is a very fine recording of a show that I don't believe is widely shared. While it starts off well enough, things really take off following the 'Truckin'' with a tremendous jam into 'The Other One' and a jazzy wonderful 'Space' that follows. 'Me and Bobby McGee' is as sweet as possible and serves to set the mood for a lovely 'Eyes of the World' that really took me places. They bring things back to earth with the rockin' set closing grouping of 'Arond and Around', 'Goin' Down the Road' and 'Casey Jones'.

Hope you love this set as much as I do, thanks to Steve for the suggestion.


Grateful Dead
County Coliseum El Paso, TX
11/23/73 - Friday

Two

Greatest Story Ever Told ;
Sugaree ;
Me And My Uncle ;
He's Gone >
Truckin' >
The Other One >
Space >
Me And Bobby McGee ;
Eyes Of The World ;
Around And Around >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad >
Casey Jones
Encore
Johnny B. Goode

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051019.mp3

Thank you friends for your support of the Deadpod.

Dead Show/podcast for 5/3/19

Here we are in the first weekend of May - and of course that means Saturday is Derby Day!
In honor of the Run for the Roses I had to bring you a set with 'The Race Is On' - and boy what a set this is.. it comes from the boys' performance on November 23rd, 1973 in El Paso Texas!
There are plenty of highlights here, including a dynamite 'Jack Straw', the 'mind left body jam' between 'China Cat' and 'I Know You Rider'  and the complete 'Weather Report Suite'.
This is one of those shows you're going to want to play LOUD..



Grateful Dead
County Coliseum
El Paso, TX 11/23/73 - Friday

One

Bertha ;
Mexicali Blues ;
Deal ;
Looks Like Rain ;
Don't Ease Me In ;
The Race Is On ;
Loser ;
Jack Straw ;
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider ;
El Paso ;
Tennessee Jed ;
Big River ;
Row Jimmy ;
Weather Report Suite Prelude >
Weather Report Suite Part 1 >
Let It Grow

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050319.mp3

A big Thank You to the kind folks who support the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 4/26/19

Seemed to me that I shouldn't let April slip by without something from 1978 - the band had a very good month that year, so I decided to feature their efforts on April 21st at Rupp Arena in Lexington Kentucky.

Some think that this first set starts out a bit slow, personally I disagree. I love the 'Promised Land' opener. Unfortunately the 'Dire Wolf' that follows is is patched with a not-so-great audience version for the first 2:40 of the selection. While 'Mama Tried'>'Mexicali' is not rare, Garcia has some spirited licks and I find it quite enjoyable. The 'Ramble On Rose' is perhaps not the most spirited, but its followed by a quite long 'Funiculi Funicula, A smart 'Passenger' is followed by a lazy 'Row Jimmy', but they flip a switch from her out.. the last 3 songs are cooking! All these three are wonderful, but they are capped by an off the hook version of 'The Music Never Stopped'.. whew!


Grateful Dead
Rupp Arena Lexington, KY
4/21/78 - Friday

One

The Promised Land [4:26] ;
Dire Wolf [4:04] ;
Mama Tried [2:42] >
Mexicali Blues [3:47] ;
Ramble On Rose [8:13] ;
Funiculi Funicula [1:33] ;
Passenger [4:56] ;
Row Jimmy [10:48] ;
It's All Over Now [8:01] ;
Brown Eyed Women [5:28] ;
The Music Never Stopped [9:04]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: 
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042619.mp3

thank you so much for your kind support

Dead Show/podcast for 4/19/19

This week I have the pleasure of presenting the second set from the band's performance on April 23rd, 1983 at the New Haven Coliseum in New Haven Connecticut. A fine set, as most that start with a smoking Scarlet>Fire, this set features some wonderful Garcia licks, especially in Space, combined with some excellent effects from Mr. Hart. A fine recording I'm a fan of the Saint of Circumstance, even if Weir gets a bit cheezy.. The Other One Wharf Rat is excellent as always. The double encore is an excellent touch.




Grateful Dead
New Haven Coliseum New Haven, CT
4/23/83 - Saturday

Two
Scarlet Begonias [12:47] >
Fire On The Mountain [13:34] ;
Lost Sailor [7:25] >
Saint Of Circumstance [6:57] >
Space [0:28] >
Drums >
Space [19:03] >
The Other One [7:20] >
Wharf Rat [9:28] >
Throwing Stones [9:17]>
Not Fade Away [#8:25]

Encore

One More Saturday Night [4:26] >
Brokedown Palace [5:22]


You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041919.mp3

This one again goes out to Mike W.

thanks for your support of the Deadpod.

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Dead Show/podcast for 4/12/19

This show, a special request to honor a brother who passed, comes to us from the New Haven Coliseum in New Haven Connecticut on April 23rd, 1983.
I considered only playing set number two, as it exists in soundboard form, but this first set has such spirited playing that although it is an audience copy I quite enjoyed it - I hope you do as well.

The 'Alabama Getaway' jumps out of the box and shows the boys mean business on this night. Jerry's licks are fast and hot and it flows naturally into the 'Greatest Story'.
While the vocals on 'Candyman' (and several others) are a bit far away, I suggest turning it up! :)
'New Minglewood' smokes.. this is one of the better versions I think... A nice little Garcia jam follows the return to Tennessee.. Bobby sounds a little rushed ;) during 'Lightnin>Supplication' ...the sweet lead into a hot Supplication makes up for it. A lovely 'Peggy-O' follows, then Brent gets to bring out 'Far From Me'. The first set ends with a amped up 'Music Never Stopped', I can't imagine many were in their seats..



Grateful Dead
New Haven Coliseum New Haven, CT
4/23/83 - Saturday

One

Alabama Getaway [5:19] >
Greatest Story Ever Told [4:02] ;
Candyman [6:31] ;
New Minglewood Blues [7:43] ;
Tennessee Jed [8:07] ;
Lazy Lightnin' [3:38] >
Supplication [6:21] ;
Peggy-O [7:55] ;
Far From Me [4:16] ;
The Music Never Stopped [8:35]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041219.mp3

this goes out in memory of Mike Winters..

Thanks for your support of the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 4/5/19

This week it's my pleasure to bring you the second set from the band's performance on March 31st, 1989 at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro North Carolina. This fine recording starts with a roaring 'Hey Pocky Way' into 'Truckin'. That one goes very nicely into 'Terrapin' which has a fine little jam at the end to take us into Drums and Space. The wishful 'I Will Take You Home' makes me miss Brett all over again. It goes into a smoking version of 'Watchtower'... it leads into the most powerful number of the night, a moving 'Morning Dew' Jerry kills it on this one, and by the end he's screaming and people are crying... The 'Brokedown Palace' encore is just the right choice to send us home sweet and sleepy...


Grateful Dead
Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC
3/31/89 - Friday
Two
Hey Pocky Way >
Truckin' >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
I Will Take You Home >
All Along The Watchtower >
Morning Dew >
Good Lovin'
Encore Brokedown Palace

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod040519.mp3

May spring bring you sunshine and blue skies..

thanks for your support of the Deadpod!

Dead Show/podcast for 3/29/19

I decided to close out March with a really fun and energetic show from the Spring of 1989. This comes to us from March 31st, 1989 at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro North Carolina. While there are no extended jams in this week's first set, the playing throughout is exceptionally energetic and quite fun to listen to. Some of the highlights for me are the fine version of 'Peggy O', the spirited 'Me & My Uncle>Big River' and Loser. The set closing 'Standing on the Moon' had yet to develop into the blockbuster ballad it would become, but I still enjoy this rendition. I've always enjoyed the band during this period, as they were really cresting from 89 through 90.. I hope you enjoy this as well.


Grateful Dead
Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC
3/31/89 - Friday

One

Hell In A Bucket ;
Sugaree ;
New Minglewood Blues ;
Peggy-O ;
Me And My Uncle >
Big River ;
Loser ;
Victim Or The Crime ;
Standing On The Moon

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032919.mp3

my thanks for your support of the Deadpod!

Be well and enjoy life :)

Dead Show/podcast for 3/22/19

Let's welcome Spring with this wonderful second set from March 26th, 1973 at the Baltimore Civic Center. Since I'm a bit under the weather this week I'll just point out a few (obvious) highlights - the jam following Truckin' including the Weather Report Suite Prelude, the wonderful Eyes , and of course Morning Dew.

I hope you enjoy this one, and feel free to join the Deadpod group on Facebook and offer your suggestions for shows you'd like to hear on the Deadpod!



Grateful Dead
Baltimore Civic Center Baltimore, MD
3/26/73 - Monday

Two
Ramble On Rose [6:10] ;
Big River [4:09] ;
Here Comes Sunshine [7:50] ;
Greatest Story Ever Told [4:42#] ;
Candyman [6:30] ;
Me And My Uncle [2:41] ;
He's Gone [10:#49] >
Truckin' [14:45] >
Weather Report Suite Prelude [2:02] >
Jam [5:36] Wharf Rat [10:17] >
Me And Bobby McGee [5:35] >
Eyes Of The World [14:29] >
Morning Dew [12:42] ;
One More Saturday Night [4:25]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032219.mp3

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Dead Show/podcast for 3/15/19

A massive Deadpod this week - warning - this one is just shy of 2 hours long!
While I considered splitting it in the end I'd rather eat the extra cost and give you one of these fine shows from the Spring of 1973!

This one comes to us from the Baltimore Civic Center on March 26th, 1973.

There are too many songs here to cover them all - suffice it to say there are many highlights, some of my favorite moments are: 'The Race Is On' - always love hearing this one, a sweet and sticky 'Row Jimmy', 'Brown-Eyed Women' - especially Jerry's solo here. and as always during this great year, the almost 20 minute long 'Playin' In the Band' where they really stretch it out and incorporate some innovative jazzy movements . This one is a very fine sounding recording as well...


Grateful Dead
Baltimore Civic Center Baltimore, MD
3/26/73 - Monday
One
The Promised Land [2:52] ;
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [7:19] ;
The Race Is On [2:54] ;
Wave That Flag [5:20] ;
Jack Straw [4:28] ;
Sugaree ;
Mexicali Blues ;
Box Of Rain ;
Row Jimmy ;
Beat It On Down The Line ;
Brown Eyed Women ;
El Paso ;
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider ;
Looks Like Rain ;
Don't Ease Me In ;
Playing In The Band [19:12]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod031519.mp3

Have fun and be safe! 

Dead Show/podcast for 3/8/19

This week's Deadpod starts out with a sweet rendition of the Elizabeth Cotton classic 'Oh Babe, It Ain't No Lie' - the only electric version the Dead ever played and the last time they would ever play it. This is just one of the pleasures of the second set from the first Rex Benefit that took place back on March 28th, 1984 at the Marin Veterans Auditorium in San Rafael, California.
The set proper follows, with a flat out rockin' version of 'Hell In a Bucket' (aside from Weir getting a bit lost in the lyrics :). They follow with an energetic version of  'China Cat Sunflower>I Know You Rider', in a rather early location in the set list. They're in fine form here, and the transition into Rider is wonderful. Jerry gives us a 'wish I was a headlight' for the ages. 'Playin' follows, and builds to some interesting spacial explorations. Jerry leaves , and Brent breaks out 'Don't Need Love' for the first time, with Bobby on lead. I'm always a bit melancholy when I hear these kind of Brent songs..
Drums leads into a cool if short Space, and the post drums segment is pretty solid if standard fare.
The boys close with a nice 'Touch of Grey' encore..


Grateful Dead
Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium
San Rafael, CA 3/28/84 - Wednesday
Two
Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie ;
Hell In A Bucket ;
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider ;
Playing In The Band >
Don't Need Love >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
Truckin' >
Spoonful >
Around And Around >
Johnny B. Goode
Encore
Touch Of Grey

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http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod030819.mp3

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May the four winds blow you safely home..

Dead Show/podcast for 3/1/19

This week we have an intimate performance, and the very first Rex Benefit show which happened to be the first show performed in 1984. This comes from the Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium in San Rafael, CA on March 28th, 1984. Even at this time, this was one of the smallest venues the band would preform in, and since it was a Rex Benefit show, you get the feeling that they were trying to put on a special show for family and friends. While the first set doesn't contain the surprises of set 2, its still a very nice and relaxing hour of music. I guess I'm continuing my 'audience tape appreciation' run of Deadpods - not planned, but I came across this recording and thought it deserved some exposure.
I  hope you enjoy it..

Grateful Dead
Marin Veterans Memorial Auditorium
San Rafael, CA
3/28/84 - Wednesday

One

Iko Iko ;
C C Rider ;
Loser ;
El Paso ;
West L.A. Fadeaway ;
Beat It On Down The Line ;
Candyman ;
Let It Grow

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
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Dead Show/podcast for 2/22/19

This week's Deadpod features the second set of the Dead's performance on February 27th, 1977 at the University of Santa Barbara, CA. As this was the second show to display the fabulous material from 'Terrapin Station' the band was still at a great place for this gig. The 'Samson' features a smokin' Garcia solo, and the 'St. Stephen', while missing the traditional bridge, was still very enjoyable, despite a cut in the tape at the start of the song. 'Terrapin' itself is of course a highlight, as the early versions were in a way unmatched. A nice 'Morning Dew' follows, then they close with a very good 'Sugar Magnolia' and a 'Johnny B. Goode' encore to cap off the evening.
I hope you enjoy this very good audience recording..



Grateful Dead
Robertson Gym - University Of California
Santa Barbara, CA
2/27/77 - Sunday
Two
Samson And Delilah [6:34] ;
Saint Stephen [#8:17] >
Not Fade Away [9:08] >
Drums [4:22] >
Terrapin Station [9:54]>
Morning Dew [13:27] ;
Sugar Magnolia [9:16]
Encore
Johnny B. Goode [4:11]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022219.mp3

Thanks for your support!


next week is March!

Dead Show/podcast for 2/15/19

With the recent release of the classic show from 2/26/77 on Dave's Picks #29, I was inspired to bring you this fine recording of the excellent show that took place the following evening, Febuary 27th, 1977. While this is an audience recording, and the vocals are not as upfront as many of us prefer, I think you'll still find that the playing shines through. The band is definitely still 'on' this night, here in the first set they play 'Estimated Prophet' for only the 2nd time and the playing throughout is lovely.

I'm particulary fond of the arrangement of 'Music Never Stopped'; afterwards Phil implored Jerry for 'one more' and boy do they respond with an excellent 'Scarlet Begonias'.


Grateful Dead
Robertson Gym - University Of California
Santa Barbara, CA
2/27/77 - Sunday
One
New Minglewood Blues [4:25] ;
Loser [6:58] ;
El Paso [4:29] ;
Ramble On Rose [6:20] ;
Estimated Prophet [7:43] ;
Peggy-O [8:07] ;
Good Lovin' [4:41] ;
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:33] ;
The Music Never Stopped [6:24] ;
Scarlet Begonias [12:48]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod021519.mp3

Love one another

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Dead Show/podcast for 2/8/19

This week we can forget our troubles with a fine second set from this early 1979 date in Kansas City.
Scarlet starts a little slow, and Jerry's voice cracks a bit here and there, but he really starts soaring around the 3:30 mark. Around the 6:00 minute mark the calypso beat moves in, Donna's background vocals add just enough mystery not to be overpowering, and we float along waiting for the other shoe to drop. Eventually Jerry's notes flutter in like a bee, as the rhythm intensifies; a beautiful transition into 'Fire'. Again, while Jerry's voice is a bit strained, his playing is is unhurried, yet searing.. uplifting. Once you hear these two, you know you're in for a great musical moment. 'From the Heart Of Me' brings us back to Shakedown Street, and  in perspective, we're reminded of what was lost when Donna and Keith left the band. Excellent Jerry solo around the 4:00 min mark of the first one, all around a nice, unhurried jam, the boys spread their wings and you feel the music as it lets them glide into 'Eyes of the World'. Here the soundboard tape is patches with an audience source but there is little loss of fidelity. There's a marvelous, somewhat dark and forboding jam following Drums and a short but interesting Other One. The double encore with a 'Miracle' closer, sure seems to indicate they were having fun that night!


Grateful Dead
Soldier's And Sailors Memorial Hall
Kansas City, KS 2/10/79 - Saturday
Two
Scarlet Begonias [12:33] >
Fire On The Mountain [10:37] ;
From The Heart Of Me [3:31] ;
Estimated Prophet [11:51] >
Eyes Of The World [11:13] >
Space [1:37] >
Drums [6:30#] >
Space [13:38] >
The Other One [6:46] >
Wharf Rat [9:57] >
Sugar Magnolia [8:16]
Encore
One More Saturday Night [4:47] ;
I Need A Miracle [6:13]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod020819.mp3

May the music bring you joy and peace.

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Dead Show/podcast for 2/1/19

This week, something I try not to do too often, but yes, another show from 1979! And better yet, another audience source!
Yes, this is a short first set, but despite the fact that it is one of Keith and Donna's last shows (they were to play only two more times with the Dead), the band sounds tight and the versions for the most part sparkle. Keith certainly doesn't contribute much here, but the rest of the members make up for it in my opinion.
My favorites here include a sparkling 'Big River' and Bobby on 'Minglewood'. Deal is short but sweet and 'Jack Straw' rages..

Grateful Dead
Soldier's And Sailors Memorial Hall
Kansas City, KS 2/10/79 - Saturday
One
Don't Ease Me In [2:36] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:07] >
Big River [5:57] ;
They Love Each Other [7:31] ;
New Minglewood Blues [5:04] ;
Brown Eyed Women [5:17] ;
It's All Over Now [7:23] ;
Deal [4:32] ;
Jack Straw [5:51]

Next week we'll bring you the second set with an excellent 'Scarlet>Fire'...

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod020119.mp3

Have a warm, wonderful week...
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Dead Show/podcast for 1/25/19

This week's Deadpod continues with the second set from the Grateful Dead's performance on January 10th, 1979 at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale NY. This is a fine set packed with lots of great music.

A tight Shakedown Street opens the set, but the Miracle that follows is better than usual. Bertha goes into Good Lovin, then they follow with a rare Dark Star.. They played it 3 times during a 20 day period here then put it away for another seven  years. While this one is only one verse, there is some great exploration that follows in Drums and Space. Wharf Rat is always a pleasure, and a power Saint Stephen never failed to deliver. They close a nice set with two from Chuck Berry,  Around and Around and the Johnny B. Goode encore. 

Grateful Dead

Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Uniondale, NY 1/10/79 - Wednesday

Two

Shakedown Street [13:23] ;

I Need A Miracle [5:38] >

Bertha [6:51] >

Good Lovin' [7:15] ;

Dark Star [18:30] >

Drums [8:#20] >

Space [5:35] >

Wharf Rat [10:32] >

Saint Stephen [7:23] >

Around And Around [7:46]

Encore

Johnny B. Goode [3:58]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: 

http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod012519.mp3

As always, thanks for listening, have a safe and happy week, and of course, my thanks for your support. 

Dead Show/podcast for 1/18/19

While I missed the 40th anniversary of this one by a week, it's certainly a show that merits listening to, even if (or perhaps because) it only exists in a very good audience format. This one comes from January 10, 1979 at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale NY. While the first set, which we will hear this week, is not as outstanding as next week's Set 2, it is certainly enjoyable, in my opinion and has some nice highlights.
The boys start out by taking us to the Promised Land, which gets everyone up on their feet. The Dire Wolf makes his appearance, then a very nice Mama Tried>Mexicali Blues with some nice Garcia flourishes throughout. Jerry's voice is a little strained at time, to my ears, but he makes up for it in the Tennessee Jed that follows with some excellent solo work inside. While this time marks the end of the great Keith and Donna period, Donna does some very nice work on the 'Looks Like Rain' that follows. This long first set has some ebb and flo, but don't miss the fine 'Loser' which marked the last appearance of 'Sweet Susie', or the powerful 'Music Never Stopped' that closes the set - classic Dead.


Grateful Dead
Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Uniondale, NY 1/10/79 - Wednesday
One
The Promised Land [4:27] ;
Dire Wolf [3:52] ;
Mama Tried [2:38] >
Mexicali Blues [4:10] ;
Tennessee Jed [8:27] ;
Looks Like Rain [7:58] ;
Stagger Lee [7:15] ;
El Paso [4:15] ;
Row Jimmy [12:07] ;
Passenger [5:12] ;
Loser [7:57] ;
The Music Never Stopped [7:36]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod011819.mp3

It seems that ol' man Winter is blowing in this weekend - hope you stay warm and dry!
Be careful out there!

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Dead Show/podcast for 1/11/19

Winter Time is Good Ol' Grateful Dead Time!

I hope you're not sick of primal Dead, because in looking about for a show for this week I came across this set from January 17th, 1970 and decided that it tickled me in just the right spot so I'm going to share it this week. The boys are clicking and transitioning to new vistas and I love hearing them work out jams like Phil on this Cumberland Blues or the great 'Dark Star' jam here.
Naturally hearing Pigpen in his prime is just another bonus, (although I've read the reason the organ sounds different is that it came from a nearby church *lol* not sure how true that one is).

It's not all peaches and creme, this 48 year old tape has some flaws, including the beginning of Dire Wolf and a cut in High Time. Most heartbreaking is the missing ending of Lovelight, but I do hope you enjoy what we have here - we are really lucky to be able to relive it!


Grateful Dead
Gill Coliseum - Oregon State University
Corvalis, OR
1/17/70 - Saturday
One - 1:57:08
Dire Wolf [#3:26];[0:37] %
China Cat Sunflower [#2:13] >
Jam [2:55] >
I Know You Rider [4:24];[0:29] ;
Hard To Handle [5:00];[0:25] ;
Cumberland Blues [4:49];[1:04] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:04];[0:18] ;
Black Peter [9:32];[1:10] ;
Good Lovin' [1:40] >
Drums [0:15] >
Good Lovin' [5:44];[1:41] ;
Mason's Children [4:49] >
High Time [6:#31];[1:19] ;
Dark Star [20:51] >
Saint Stephen [6:48] >
The Eleven [11:16] >
Turn On Your Love Light [16:56#]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod011119.mp3

Stay warm .. and thanks for listening and for your kind support!

Dead Show/podcast for 1/4/19

We kick off our 2019 Deadpods with this energetic and unusual set from 1980. This took place on January 13th, 1980 at the Cambodian Refugee Benefit in Oakland.
The band does one long set, and I've included all of it here this week. It is all quite worthy bu I'm especially fond of the laid back 'Franklin's Tower', As well as tight versions of 'Tennessee Jed', 'Looks Like Rain' and 'Don't Ease Me In'. The "second" set features a nice lenghty 'Playin' In The Band'.
'Not Fade Away' and 'Sugar Magnolia' feature Carlos Santana and John Cipolina sitting in, but their contributions are not especially noticeable on the tape, in my opinion.

I hope you find this a pleasant diversion on a Winter's day as we roll into what is usually, to me, a long month of January.

Oakland Coliseum, Oakland, CA (1/13/80)

Jack Straw
Franklin's Tower
New Minglewood Blues
Tennessee Jed
Looks Like Rain
Don't Ease Me In
Playin' in the Band
drums
Not Fade Away
Sugar Magnolia

U.S. Blues

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: 

http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod010419.mp3

Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile.