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Dead Show/podcast for 5/31/13 May 31, 2013

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This week's Deadpod comes as the result of a request from a great supporter of the Deadpod.. for many folks the only show or shows they were able to see happened late in the band's tenure. This show takes place in the Fall of 1993... while I find most shows from '93 pretty uninteresting, I do think the second set from this show offers plenty for us to chew on, so I'm going to play just that second set this week on the Deadpod. This took place, as so many great shows did, at the Spectrum in Philadelphia on Monday, September 13th, 1993.. The Scarlet Begonias is particularly bouncy and you can hear the 'lightning bolt' guitar that Jerry played at this show as it allowed him to switch tones very easily.. The Playin' In the Band is nice and spacey.. and while it goes into a not entirely satisfying and short Dark Star, the fact that Jerry leads the band out of that into a long and beautiful Terrapin is reason enough to give them a pass on it.. The Space that follows allows us to recognize the 'Tubular Bells' theme that Vince introduces and that makes the jam quite interesting. Easy Answers is not everyone's cup of tea, but Bobby's leads throughout the show are consistently interesting (and we are able to hear them!) .. The Days Between that follows is a song that you either love or hate.. Jerry does a pretty decent job on the lyrics on this one... The show ends with a Good Lovin' then the get-out-of-Dodge 'I Fought the Law' encore..

Still an enjoyable excursion into late-era Grateful Dead. I hope you find it entertaining!

Grateful Dead, The Spectrum, Philadelphia PA 9/13/93

set 2

Scarlet Begonias -> Fire on the Mountain -> Playing in the Band -> Dark Star -> Terrapin Station -> Drums -> Space -> Easy Answers -> Days Between -> Good Lovin' I Fought the Law You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod053113.mp3 The Deadpod exists due to the kind financial support of its' listeners. Thank you my friends for allowing me to continue to publish it..

Dead Show/podcast for 5/24/13 May 24, 2013

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Welcome to Summer! Yes Memorial Day weekend is the 'unoffical' start of summer, and while it is still feeling like early spring at times here, hopefully this smokin' hot set of live Dead from May of 1977 will put you in the mood for some fine Summertime relaxing.. This second set from T uscaloosa Alabama features a remarkable Terrapin Station and a great Playin' sandwich.. It's really a strong show through and through, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Memorial Coliseum (U of Alabama), Tuscaloosa, AL (5/17/77) set 2 Samson and Delilah Bertha Good Lovin' Brown Eyed Women Estimated Prophet Terrapin Station Playin' in the Band drums Wharf Rat Playin' in the Band Sugar Magnolia You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052413.mp3 Without the kind support of my listeners the Deadpod would not be possible. Thank you for your donation! Have a safe and happy Holiday!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/17/13 May 17, 2013

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During May of each year, I always try to pay recognition to the superlative run of shows the band played during May of 1977. This year as most of you probably know, the organization has finally decided to release a box set of some of these shows.. While I do not generally play shows that have been officially released, I've decided to feature one of these shows that is going to be released this week. For the true collector, this won't dissuade them from purchasing what looks like a beautiful collection. For those of us who can't afford the price tag, it gives you another opportunity to listen to what is clearly one of the high water marks in the history of the Grateful Dead.

This show comes from May 17th, 1977, and was performed in Tuscaloosa Alabama.. I think its a fine example of the virtuosity of the period. Certainly the band played a smooth, flowing style that nevertheless expressed the power of the genre flawlessly. It was certainly different than what came before and what came after.. but that what makes this process worthwhile.

Memorial Coliseum (U of Alabama), Tuscaloosa, AL (5/17/77) New Minglewood Blues Mississippi Half-Step El Paso They Love Each Other Jack Straw Jack-a-Roe Looks Like Rain Tennessee Jed Passenger High Time Big River Sunrise Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051713.mp3 The Deadpod is only possible through your generous support. My most sincere thanks to those of you who contribute and make allow this effort to continue.

Dead Show/podcast for 5/10/13 May 10, 2013

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This week we get to hear set 2 of this fine show from May 5th, 1990 at Cal State, Dominguez Hills California. This is a fine second set and starts off with a rockin' Truckin to get things rolling. The Playin'->Uncle John's Band leads into a strange and wonderful Space and Drumz. The polst-drums highlight is probably the Dear Mr.Fantasy which leads into a nice Goin' Down the Road.. The Around and Around which closes the set is fun as well.. listen to the end of it where its obvious the boys are having a good time..

Cal State Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA (5/5/90)

set 2 Truckin' Crazy Fingers Playin' in the Band Uncle John's Band drums Space I Need a Miracle Dear Mr. Fantasy Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad Around and Around Touch of Grey

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Have a fine week my friends!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/3/13 May 03, 2013

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Oh the glorious month of May! I'm sure its one of everyone's favorite times of the year, and of course one of the great traditions in the first weekend of May is the Kentucky Derby.. this week's Deadpod features a show that paid tribute, as the band often did, to that grand event, by playing the late George Jones' "The Race Is On".. and a fine version it is .. I really felt I needed to play it this year especially in light of the recent passing of George Jones, a true country treasure. This show however is far from a one-trick pony... it features a first set "Help->Slip->Franklin's' A fine Loser, and even a Loose Lucy! I think the One More Saturday Night that closes set one is a treat too, and a chance for me to send out my wishes to Bobby for a very speedy recovery..

I'm hoping you have a fine Spring weekend - (no snow!) and that you enjoy this week's Deadpod as much as I do..

Cal State Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA (5/5/90)

Good Time Blues

The Race is On

Help on the Way

Slipknot!

Franklin's Tower

Queen Jane Approximately

Loser

Me and My Uncle

Mexicali Blues

Loose Lucy

One More Saturday Night

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Dead Show/podcast for 4/26/13 Apr 26, 2013

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This week's Deadpod features set 2 from 4/27/85 - the Frost Ampitheater at Stanford University.. This is a fine set, and as it opens with a Scarlet Begonias, we can imagine the delight when Jerry leads the band not into Fire on the Mountain but rather into a sweet version of Eyes of the World.. This duo is such a sweet combo that it alone would justify rating the show highly but the band turns on a dime into a Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad that in turn is also very well executed. Of course this is an 85 show, and Jerry's voice is a little rough at times.. However I enjoy the rest of the set as well, in particular the Phil bombs in the rather abbreviated Other One and the Black Peter.. Hey its even been long enough that I don't cringe nearly as much in hearing a 'Day Job' encore ;)

Frost Amphitheater (Stanford U), Palo Alto, CA (4/27/85) set 2 Scarlet Begonias Eyes of the World Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad Man Smart/Woman Smarter drums The Wheel Truckin' The Other One Black Peter Around and Around One More Saturday Night Day Job You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042613.mp3 As we leave April behind I'm wishing more sunny skies and Spring weather for everyone!! My thanks for listening and for your support!! If you can contribute, I'd really appreciate it...

Dead Show/podcast for 4/12/13 Apr 12, 2013

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This week we get to move on to the second set from April 12th, 1982 at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale NY. I think you'll agree that this is one of the more interesting and well played sets of the Spring '82 tour.. it starts off with Man Smart, Woman Smarter - an usual choice given that they opened the show with Iko, Iko.. then Jerry moves into a Sugaree which is clearly one of the best of the year.. and also in an unusual second set location, this one clocks in around 14 minutes and is quite a pleasure to listen to.. Listen to Bobby on the the Estimated that follows, also unusual :) .. Stella Blue is a fine version and the Sugar Mag is a nicely moving one.. You certainly won't hear a Satisfaction encore too often! :)

Hope you enjoy this week's Deadpod..

Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY (4/12/82) Man Smart/Woman Smarter Sugaree Estimated Prophet Uncle John's Band drums The Other One Stella Blue Sugar Magnolia Satisfaction You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041213.mp3 Thanks so much for your support!! I couldn't do the Deadpod without the contributions of my listeners.... Also note: this week the metadata on the mp3 file is missing - this is because I ran out of room on my hosting service quota... Sorry! Luckily I was able to just squeeze this second set in!

Dead Show/podcast for 4/5/13 Apr 05, 2013

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Here's a show that has been on my request list for some time.. I'm not sure why I haven't gotten around to playing it aside from the fact that I did play most of the 2nd set back in '06.. at any rate its one of the best from the Spring of 1982.. this is from the Nassau Coliseum on 4/12/82. A fine first set is highlighted by an unusual "Iko, Iko' opener, a beautiful Peggy-O and a pretty crazy Mama Tried->Mexicali segue..

The Bird Song is crisp and a joy to listen to and the T.Jed is alot of fun.. the closing Deal show us that Jerry is going to bring us some treats in set 2..

Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY (4/12/82)

Iko Iko New Minglewood Blues Peggy-O Mama Tried Mexicali Blues Bird Song C.C. Rider Tennessee Jed Looks Like Rain Deal You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod040513.mp3 Thank you all for picking up this week's Deadpod, and remember I'm always happy to take your requests. I am indebted to the support I receive from my friends whose contributions keep the Deadpod afloat. Thank you so very much, I couldn't do the show without you. Happy Spring!

Dead Show/podcast for 3/29/13 Mar 29, 2013

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As we prepare to turn the page on March, I thought it might be nice to pull out a really smoking show from way back in 1969.. this one comes to us from 3/28/69 at the Modest Jr. College Civic Center in Modesto California.. yes a unique venue..but quite a strong outing for the boys.

This one starts out with a strong Good Morning Little Schoolgirl, but follows that up with a deep space Dark Star... Jerry has some wonderful leads in this one, and it threads its way through chaos and eternity into a rousing Saint Stephen... The Eleven is always a thrill to me and this has some extended build ups.. The Death Don't Have No Mercy is powerful.. as usual.. a classic 23 minute Lovelight follows, with Pigpen leading the charge. The second set consists of one long 'The Other One'.. its a high energy jam that is abruptly stopped when someone turns on the house lights and ends the show!

I hope you enjoy this one my friends..

Grateful Dead

Student Center, Modesto Jr. College, Modesto CA, 3/28/69

Good Mornin' Little Schoolgirl

Dark Star->

St. Stephen->

The Eleven->

Death Don't Have No Mercy->

Turn On Your Lovelight

Cryptical Envelopment->

Drumz->

The Other One->

Cryptical Envelopment

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For my Christian friends Happy Easter...

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Dead Show/podcast for 3/22/13 Mar 22, 2013

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This first Deadpod of Spring we will be hearing the second set from the bands' performance on St. Patrick's Day, 1991 at the Cap Center in Landover MD. A fine pre-drums segment, highlighted for me by 'Crazy Fingers'... but what really brings the crowd to their feet is the east coast breakout of 'New Speedway Boogie' for the first time in over 20 years. This tune had been played on the west coast about a month earlier, but despite some rough vocals everyone was stoked to hear it! Post Drumx highlight I think is a fine Wheel ->Watchtower... although I always enjoy the Black Peter..

Capital Centre, Landover, MD (3/17/91)

set 2 China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider Man Smart/Woman Smarter Crazy Fingers Truckin' New Speedway Boogie drums space The Wheel All Along the Watchtower Black Peter Around and Around U.S. Blues

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