The Deadpod

This week's Deadpod continues with the second set from the band's performance on September 6th, 1980 at Lewiston Maine. Wildly praised by those in attendance, I think you'll enjoy this recording even though it has its share of flaws, and several of the songs are only from an audience recording. The set starts with one of those funky 80's Shakedown Streets.. always a great way to get the crowd on their feet and moving! A fairly standard Sailor->Saint leads into a nice Althea, but the magic starts to happen after that with a great Playin->Uncle John's->Space->Drums->Space..this recording, being a matrix, really captures the energy of the crowd when that Uncle John's starts up.. they follow with an excellent drums, then following space a really excellent NFA into the Wheel. I love how they come out of this and back into Uncle John's then into a Playin' reprise.. short but nicely done! A strong Sugar Magnolia closes the set, and the band returns for a double encore, featuring, of course, One More Saturday Night and a sweet Brokedown Palace.. State Fairgrounds, Lewiston, ME (9/6/80) set 2 Shakedown Street Lost Sailor Saint of Circumstance Althea Playin' in the Band Uncle John's Band drums Not Fade Away The Wheel Uncle John's Band Playin' in the Band Sugar Magnolia One More Saturday Night Brokedown Palace You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090415.mp3 Have a GREAT and safe Labor Day Weekend!!

This week we feature yes another show from 1980.. this one was the last show of the summer tour that year, and took place up in Lewiston Maine, at a big outdoor festival there at the State Fairgrounds on September 6th, 1980. This is a wonderful show, and while this recording does suffer some issues (this is a soundboard/audience matrix) it still captures what is a superb performance and I'm certain you'll enjoy it. The boys come out strong out of the gate, with a rocking 'Alabama Getaway' into 'Greatest Story Every Told'.. when Garcia starts out with 'Sugaree' you might think things are about to settle down, but hold on for one of the better versions of this number you are likely to hear.. this is fantastic! The band is not about to slow down however as the remainder of set one contains plenty to like, including a rare, mid-set 'Feel Like A Stranger' and a great China->Rider->Promised Land to close out set 1. While we will hear set 2 next week, with its own spectacular jamming, I hope you find this set a great way to spend a late summer day... State Fairgrounds, Lewiston, ME (9/6/80) Alabama Getaway Greatest Story Ever Told Sugaree Me and My Uncle Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Feel Like a Stranger Friend of the Devil Far From Me Little Red Rooster China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider Promised Land You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082815.mp3 As I send off my two sons to college this weekend, I'm left with the feeling best expressed by the boys when they sang: "Wo Oh, what I want to know, where does the time go?" I wish all of you well, and thank you for giving me the opportunity to share this magic music with you...

Here is the second set of the Grateful Dead's performance at the Glen Falls Civic Center in Glen Falls New York on May 8th, 1980. This set displays the same energy as the excellent first set, starting off with an unusual 'Uncle John's Band' opener. Estimated->Eyes follows, certainly not an unusual combination, but nevertheless Garcia makes the transition worth listening to. The Truckin' into Stella Blue is also very sweet and sad.. lovely. The set ends with some of their favorite rockin' numbers, an unusual Johnny B Goode set closer (instead of an encore). I hope you enjoy this one.. Grateful Dead Glens Falls Civic Center Glens Falls, NY 5/8/80 - Thursday Set Two Uncle John's Band Estimated Prophet Eyes of the World drums Truckin' Stella Blue Around and Around Johnny B. Goode U.S. Blues You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082115.mp3 The Deadpod only exists because of the kindness and generosity of my listeners. If you might care to contribute, just click on the 'donate' button at the top right of this page, or drop me a line for my address.. thank you!

This week's Deadpod is the result of a request from one of my long time listeners' who reported that his wife had one of those annoying incidents where some lout dumped a beer on her during this, her very first Grateful Dead show and nevertheless remained tolerant enough to accompany him to yet another Dead show 15 years later where the same thing happened to the poor lady! Despite all that this is a great show, and I'm happy to bring it to you this week, this comes from Falls Church NY from May 8th, 1980. It opens with a rockin' Alabama Getaway, and shows that the boys are ready to rock on this night! Other highlights for me include a fine 'High Time' and a great version of 'Lazy Lightnin'->Supplication'.. I'll be playing the second set of this show next week.. Grateful Dead Glens Falls Civic Center Glens Falls, NY 5/8/80 - Thursday Set One Alabama Getaway [4:21] > The Promised Land [4:10] ; Friend Of The Devil [9:15] ; Mama Tried [2:28] > Mexicali Blues [4:11] ; High Time [8:06] ; Lazy Lightnin' [3:54] > Supplication [7:06] ; Ramble On Rose [7:35] ; Lost Sailor [6:09] > Saint Of Circumstance [6:07] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081415.mp3

This week we present the third and final portion of the Grateful Dead's performance from the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Racecourse in Watkins Glen NY on July 28th, 1973. This may not be the best show of the year, but there is certainly some fine music here to recommend itself and to fuel many a thought as you listen. This section begins with a nice Stella Blue, and when you think well there is the Jerry Ballad, they go into a stunning 'Eyes of the World'. For my money the highlight of this set, this one features some amazing jams, especially after the chorus, with hints of 'Stronger than Dirt' and even 'Help on the Way'.. I hope you dig this as much as I did. Weir brings us down to earth with a shiny happy 'Sugar Magnolia' to follow, and then they give us a wonderful 'Sing Me Back Home' (patched however from the audience source and with a nasty cut at the end).. Not Fade Away' probably comes from the same audience patch, but features some high energy Keith on piano. The Mountain Jam featuring members of the Allman Brothers and the Band sounds better from a soundboard copy, and while it is a bit sloppy at times it is still a joy to hear again. While clearly not the most structured jam ever, this is still a fine way to celebrate the Days Between by listening to Jerry on this one. When the jam finally ends, you'd think the band would be finished.. but we get a Johnny B Goode encore (with a cut and somewhat muddled vocals).. despite its flaws, I hope you enjoy this week's Deadpod.. Grateful Dead Grand Prix Racecourse, Watkins Glen, NY (7/28/73) end of set 2: Stella Blue Eyes of the World Sugar Magnolia Sing Me Back Home Not Fade Away Mountain Jam Johnny B. Goode You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080715.mp3 Be well my friends and be kind to everyone.

On this Blue Moon Friday, we present the 2nd installment of the Grateful Dead's performance at Watkins Glen Speedway on July 28th, 1973. We start with the last song of the 1st set, but arguably the highlight of the show, a classic 'Playin' In the Band'. This one is in my opinion, on a par with the famous soundcheck of the previous day. It doesn't take them long to jump off on a psychedelic musical exploration here. Garcia's leads us on a fantastic voyage here, with a sound that at times I've heard described as a 'swarm of hornets', he leads us way out there. While this jam perhaps doesn't last as long as the day before, I would argue its clearly top shelf jazz improvisation. The second set starts with an 'Around and Around' patched from an audience copy, but we're back to the soundboard for a unique, funky, Loose Lucy. He's Gone develops nicely but transitions rather abruptly into Truckin'. This one suffers some audio problems but nothing to detract from the nice jam that follows the chorus.. where Jerry winds into a "Nobody's Fault' line .. the last minute or so they get a bit lost before going into .... 'El Paso'! .. like coming out of a dark room into the sunshine.. :) Our trip back to the summer of '73 closes this week with a China->Rider.. ahhh that sweet waterfall coming from Jerry's Guitar.. then that engine rolling down the track :) . see you in August! Grateful Dead Grand Prix Racecourse, Watkins Glen, NY (7/28/73) end of set 1: Playing in the Band set 2: (partial) Around and Around Loose Lucy Big River He's Gone Truckin' Nobody's Jam El Paso China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod073115.mp3 I really appreciate the support of those friends who can contribute to keep the Deadpod on the air.. thank YOU! Hope you're 'dancin' in the moonlight' tonight!

This week I'm going to start to present the Grateful Dead's performance at the famous Watkins Glen racecourse from July 28th, 1973. Not only was this the largest rock concert attendance wise ever up to this point, it of course is most famous perhaps for the soundcheck the band did the day before the actual performance which I'm going to showcase these next 3 weeks. I think that is somewhat unfair, as this is a great show, as most are from 1973, and I think it is a fine show to use to celebrate Jerry's Birthday coming up as it does on August 1st. This first part which I'm bringing you this week starts out with\ a hard charging 'Bertha' - Phil is leading the pack here, followed by a great 'Beat It On Down The Line', with some very nice keyboard work by Keith. Brown-Eyed Women follows, then a very fast tempo'd Mexicali Blues. Box Of Rain is very nicely done, and "Here Comes Sunshine' showcases Jerry doing some very nice explorations. Row Jimmy and Jack Straw follow, and then an explosive Deal is where we will leave off this week's Deadpod, with more to follow in the next two weeks. Grateful Dead Grand Prix Racecourse, Watkins Glen, NY (7/28/73) set 1 - partial Bertha Beat it on Down the Line Brown Eyed Women Mexicali Blues Box of Rain Here Comes Sunshine Looks Like Rain Row Jimmy Jack Straw Deal You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod072415.mp3 Thank you to those of you whose kind support makes the Deadpod possible!! Good wishes to everyone!

On this week's Deadpod the band shows plenty of excitement and enthusiasm throughout a pretty great second set during their first visit to Red Rocks back in 1978. I've always been a fan of Cold Rain and Snow, and this is a great way to open the set. Garcia starts several of these songs rather slowly but they tend to build up to a great climax, and I think that is apparent especially on the Scarlet->Fire. The Dancin' in the Streets is one of the best versions ever, you'll want to move when you hear it! Not Fade Away is quite unique as well, as Jerry goes into a tease of Nobody's Fault but Mine before returning to the Not Fade Away lines.. The double encore of US Blues and Johnny B Goode is a sure sign they had a great night out in the Rockies this day! Grateful Dead Red Rocks Ampitheater, Morrison CO 7/7/78 - Friday set 2 Cold Rain and Snow Beat it on Down the Line Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain Dancin' in the Streets drums Not Fade Away Nobody's Jam Not Fade Away Black Peter Around and Around U.S. Blues Johnny B. Goode You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071715.mp3 THANK You! to everyone whose contributions keep the Deadpod afloat! Have a great week........... enjoy the summer..

As I pondered what show to bring you this week, in the shadow of the emotion and excitement of last weekend's Fare Thee Well shows, I settled upon this show which marked the band's first visit to one of their very favorite venues, Red Rocks. This took place back on July 7th, 1978, and while I've previously played the next night's show, which is perhaps a bit more famous and of which probably better tapes circulate, I think you'll be entertained by this effort as well, which certainly displayed all of the excitement and energy present on both nights. This first set is exceptionally well played, starting out with a rousing 'Jack Straw' and containing a number of well-played favorites, including 'Candyman', ' Friend of the Devil' and 'Tennessee Jed'. The set closing 'Music Never Stopped' is of particular interest, as it has a wonderful bit of Garcia jamming both at the beginning and the end.. really superb. The source for this show is a audience/soundboard matrix, as the only circulating soundboard tape is a split mono source with some annoying omissions. I hope you enjoy it. Red Rocks Amphitheater, Morrison, CO (7/7/78) Jack Straw Candyman Me and My Uncle Big River Friend of the Devil Cassidy Tennessee Jed Passenger Peggy-O Music Never Stopped You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071015.mp3 The Deadpod only exists due to the kind generosity of my listeners. If you would like to contribute to keep the Deadpod rolling, just click on the 'contribute' button on the left, or drop me a line to get my mailing address.. Have a great week everyone! Be Kind!

Happy 4th ! and of course Happy Fare Thee Well Weekend! This week i thought it appropriate to feature a set from Chicago so we will finish up with set 2 from the Auditorium Theater in Chicago Il that was played back on June 29th, 1976. Not only is this a very fine sounding recording but I am willing to bet you'll enjoy how the band sounds .. there is quite a bit of very fine jamming going on here. Jerry sounds great on the Candyman, and the Playin' in the Band has some very interesting music in it to say the least! Of course, it is a treat to hear a 'later' St. Stephen and this one is very interesting going into Not Fade Away then back to Stephen. The US Blues is rough, but hey its the 4th! :) Auditorium Theatre, Chicago, Ill (6/29/76) set 2 Samson and Delilah Candyman Playin' in the Band drums The Wheel Playin' in the Band St. Stephen Not Fade Away St. Stephen One More Saturday Night U.S. Blues You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod070315.mp3 have a SAFE and JOYFUL weekend, where ever you are! If you are in Chicago, take care of each other - I wish I could be there with you. Thank you for your support, I couldn't publish these weekly without it!

With much excitement building for this week and next week's Fare Thee Well shows, I decided to feature a show from the windy city on this week (and next week's) Deadpod.. this one comes from the Auditorium Theater back on June 29th, 1976. The first thing you'll notice, as with any shows from this period, is the slower tempo. Some people love the more deliberate pacing, some hate it, but I enjoy hearing these shows from time to time and think its easy to appreciate how the band is reinventing themselves after their long layoff in '75. The 'Tennessee Jed' that serves as the opener here is certainly out of place to our ears, but I enjoy the way Jerry phrases his notes here. Cassidy follows, then, another much slower tempo Peggy-O.. Mama Tried follows then, a treat, the very last time the Grateful Dead played 'Mission in the Rain'.. while this was to be a standard in the Garcia Band, I'm pleased to be able to hear it here. Other highlights in this first set include a sparkling Brown-Eyed Women and to me, the languid, almost dream-like 'Row Jimmy'.. Auditorium Theatre, Chicago, Ill (6/29/76) Tennessee Jed Cassidy Peggy-O Mama Tried Mission in the Rain Looks Like Rain Brown Eyed Women Lazy Lightnin' Supplication Row Jimmy Music Never Stopped Might As Well You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062615.mp3 My sincere hopes that everyone going to the shows this weekend has a marvelous time! And thank you, to all of you whose kind contributions keep the Deadpod publishing every week..

This week, set 2 of a wonderful recording of a rockin' show from the Summer of 1980 - 6/20/80 from Anchorage Alaska. This is really a wonderful classic set of Grateful Dead music for the period, and this second set starts out with a fabulous Alabama Getaway into Greatest Story Every Told. The crowd knows they're in for a treat here as the boys rock this one out! Ship of Fools follows and then a wonderful version of Estimated Prophet - the band really lights this one up. This flows not surprisingly into 'The Other One' but the drums and space that follows is quite interesting and lead into a really funky Brent intro into a sweet 'Not Fade Away' - no throwaway set closer here. Black Peter follows , then the boys step on the pedal again to end the set with a great 'Around and Around' into 'Johnny B. Goode'. They return with a 'Don't Ease' me encore to say goodnight to their Alaskan guests.. West High Auditorium, Anchorage, AK (6/20/80) set 2 Alabama Getaway Greatest Story Ever Told Ship of Fools Estimated Prophet The Other One drums Not Fade Away Black Peter Around and Around Johnny B. Goode Don't Ease Me In You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod061915.mp3 Have a wonderful week my friends! and THANK YOU for your support!!!!!

As I sat outside on my porch last night at 9:30 PM, noticing that it was still light, I thought that it might be time to bring you a show from the land of the midnight sun, Alaska. This week I'm playing a great show from the Dead's only visit to our largest state, back in 1980. This is from the middle of a three night run in a high school auditorium, on June 20th, 1980. I think you'll agree this is a particularly fine first set, starting out with a nice Jack Straw going into a great and bouncing, Franklin's Tower. The Mana Tried->Mexicali duo is well played and full of spunk as well. Weir infused the Let it Grow with just the right imagery and the Althea that follows is a treat to hear. The boys don't stop there, however, as they might on a lesser day, but go on to add four more ditties to this first set including a fine Deal to close it. I think you'll enjoy this first set if you aren't already a fan, and if you are, hopefully you'll enjoy revisiting this fine show from 35 years ago. Grateful Dead West High Auditorium, Ankorage, AK 6/20/80 SET ONE: Tuning Jack Straw > Franklin's Tower > Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Friend of the Devil Let It Grow > Althea Tuning Easy To Love You Tuning Lost Sailor > Saint of Circumstance > Deal You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod061215.mp3 Thank you for your kind support which makes the Deadpod possible. have a great week my friends!

Here is a second set from a show recently requested from one of my listeners, I happen to think this is one of the better shows of this year, June 19th, 1994 from Autzen Stadium in Eugene Oregon. While I didn't think the first set warranted publishing it, I did think this second set would bring a smile to many peoples' faces as they recalled some of the shows they saw in the 90s. This Sunday afternoon set starts off with a nice Scarlet ->Fire, the transition jam and the jam in Fire in particular is unique and interesting and I think you'll enjoy even Vince's contributions here and in this set. They follow with Samson and Delilah (it was a Sunday after all), then into Way To Go Home, and this one is surprisingly good, in my opinion, although it was never anyone's favorite. Then comes the heart of this set, a very good Playin' In the Band into Uncle John's Band. Billy and Mickey do a great Drumz and Space. The Other One that follows is decent if predictable, but I always enjoyed the 90's Wharf Rats and this is a quite good one. Bobby ends the set with a good reading of Good Lovin' .. then the boys come out and do a sweet 'Knockin' as the encore. This is a decently sized second set, especially for the era, and I hope you'll enjoy it as I thought I should mix it up a little this week on the Deadpod. Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR (Sunday, 6/19/94) set 2 Scarlet Begonias -> Fire on the Mountain Samson & Delilah Way to go Home Playing in the Band -> Uncle John's Band -> Drums -> Space -> Other One -> Wharf Rat -> Good Lovin' E: Heaven's Door You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod060515.mp3 My most sincere thanks for your kind and generous support. Life is Good, let's keep Dancin'!

This week the Deadpod takes you way back to the spring of 1970 when the Dead made their very first trip across the ocean to England.. this show took place on May 24th, 1970 I decided to publish the entire show as it was not broken into sets, and while the sound leaves alot to be desired it is quite listenable for the most part, and as a historical document of the day I am hoping that you'll get into it as I did. The band once described the crowd at this show as the coldest they ever encountered, and its clear that they work very hard at getting them juiced up as their energy in this set is pretty full tilt. The Casey Jones starts out with very degraded sound but it gets better as Bear dials it in.. the China->Rider is quite good and contains a unique transitional jam. Hard To Handle is classic Pigpen, and you'll hear that he is in fine form throughout this set. The Cryptical->Other One->Cryptical->Attics is a treat, as it is a very early version of Attics.. The Dark Star is excellent, and displays the qualities of the early primal Dark Stars. The Lovelight is over the top, and while sadly again suffering from some sonic degradation, it is still great to hear Pigpen in such fine form. Grateful Dead Ted Askeys Lower Pig Farm, Leycett Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England Date5/24/70 - Sunday One[2:14:44] ; Casey Jones [4:39] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:17] > Jam [2:05] > I Know You Rider [4:14] ; Hard To Handle [7:52] ; Me And My Uncle [3:15] ; Cryptical Envelopment [2:03] > Drums [2:48] > The Other One [8:39] > Cryptical Envelopment [7:24] > Attics Of My Life [5:36] Drums [0:26] > Good Lovin' [1:57] > Drums [1:27] > Good Lovin' [6:17] ; Cold Rain And Snow [5:55] ; Dark Star [21:21] > Saint Stephen [6:06] > Not Fade Away [6:08] > Turn On Your Lovelight [12:40] > Darkness Jam [0:34] > Turn On Your Lovelight [20:00] ; [1:45] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052915.mp3 My sincere thanks to those of you able to contribute to the Deadpod!

As we turn the corner this weekend into the unofficial start of summer, we have a smokin' hot set of Dead music to serve as the soundtrack. This is set 3 of the band's performance on May 26th, 1973 at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco. The boys open with a straight ahead rockin' version of 'Mississippi Half Step'.. some beautiful Garcia licks there in the closing.. then 'Me & My Uncle', then we get into the heart of the matter.. a nice, stretched out 'He's Gone'.. including some great Phil bass and baritone vocals.. then we go into a wonderful stretch of music, one of the best of a very good year as the band dissolves He's Gone into Truckin'.. then we go into a great Other One intro and jam, then a beautiful Eyes of the World->China Doll.. what a day! Keith is on the money here and Billy is as always, outstanding. As I sit back and enjoy this I marvel at the band's energy here after already having played two smoking' sets. Is it one of the best of that very good year? prehaps.. but it is not worth the argument, it is a pleasure to behold.. Kezar Stadium, San Francisco, CA (5/26/73) set 3 Mississippi Half-Step Me and My Uncle He's Gone Truckin' The Other One Eyes of the World China Doll Sugar Magnolia Casey Jones You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052215.mp3 Have a safe and fun-filled Memorial Day weekend.. take a moment to reflect on the men and women who lost their lives in service to the country.. and work for peace.. thanks for your support.

This week's Deadpod featu res a great set of music, from the second of three sets that took place back on May 26th, 1973 at the old Kezar Stadium in San Francisco CA. As I understand it this was an unusually warm and sunny day in San Francisco and the band's performance matched the weather. The Here Comes Sunshine that opens this second set is in my opinion, one of the better ones the band every played. El Paso follows, then a Loser that is notable for the wonderful interplay between Jerry and Bob.. Beat It on Down the Line is always a crowd pleaser, then Donna Jean sings 'You Ain't Woman Enough....'.. I always get a kick out of that.. Phil follows with a nice Box of Rain, then the highlight of this set, the China->Rider. Not to denigrate either song, but catch the really kewl transition between these two.. its unique and not the ordinary way the band blends these two together.. You'd think that would be enough, but not on this day.. the boys follow with Big River, and excellent Bertha and an Around and Around to keep the crowd dancin'.. then they'll be back for set THREE next week here on the Deadpod.. Kezar Stadium, San Francisco, CA (5/26/73) set 2 Here Comes Sunshine El Paso Loser Beat it on Down the Line You Ain't Woman Enough Box of Rain China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider Big River Bertha Around and Around you can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051515.mp3 THANK YOU - to those of you who have kindly supported the Deadpod.. I very much appreciate it!

This week's Deadpod comes as a result of a request from a longtime supporter of the 'pod.. an excellent choice from 1973.. this is quite a famous show and there have been great tapes around but I'm quite certain you'll enjoy it, and don't believe I've ever featured it on the Deadpod .. This is from Kezar Stadium in San Francisco CA back on May 26th, 1973. The gig featured both Waylon Jennings and the New Riders of the Purple Sage as opening acts and from all reports they both put on fine sets so the crowd was well warmed up by the time the Dead took the stage around 2 in the afternoon. We will hear the first set this week which consists for the most part, of well played classic first set Dead tunes. While most of the surprises and jamming will come in what follows, I think you'll enjoy this fine recording.. I know I find myself dreaming of sitting out in the sunshine when I heard the opening notes of 'Jack Straw'.. I hope you'll forgive me for consecutive weeks that include 'The Race Is On' but it's always fun to hear... They Love Each Other is one of the bounciest versions ever! It's hard not to imagine Garcia smiling on this one.. The Playin' in the Band that closes the set is tight and jazzy and gives a hint as to the what is to come.. Kezar Stadium, San Francisco, CA (5/26/73) set 1 Promised Land Deal Jack Straw Tennessee Jed The Race Is On Sugaree Mexicali Blues Row Jimmy Looks Like Rain They Love Each Other Playing in the Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050815.mp3 As always my thanks to those of you who have been able to contribute to support the Deadpod.. I am fortunate to have such great listeners..........

Here we are in the beautiful month of May - Kentucky Derby weekend no less - so I wanted to bring you a set that of course included the band's wonderful rendition of George Jones' 'The Race Is On'.. In addition, this pick comes from the fabulous Frost Amphitheater back in the fine year of 1989.. This week's show from May 6th, 1989, happened to be a Rex benefit as well, and I think it is a fine example of the band's work during this period which was always easy to listen to and enjoy. While the setlist is perhaps not extraordinary, aside from the Race Is On's inclusion, the songs are all quite up tempo (with the exception of Walkin' Blues and a perhaps not the best-played version of West LA.. ) and I'm sure the crowd was enjoying itself in the California sunshine. I hope you enjoy this one as well.......... Frost Amphitheater, Stanford CA (5/6/89) 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 You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050115.mp3 My thanks to all of you - your support makes doing the Deadpod a joy in my life!

Ask and you shall receive.. at least sometimes.. :) this week's Deadpod was the result of a request just posted on the Facebook page for 8/23/68.. this is a great performance and a pretty damm good tape.. it took place at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles CA the night before 'Two From The Vault' was recorded.. this features the Dead during one of their most creative periods. I just love the energy on this tape.. the opening Other One on this tape just crackles with it.. The Dark Star is full of Pigpen's funky organ in that characteristic early opening.. The Eleven is one of my favorite versions ever.. and there's really no words to describe the Alligator->Caution.. this is the highlight of an incredible show.. dig it. Grateful Dead Shrine Exhibition Hall, Los Angeles CA 8/23/68 Cryptical Envelopment [1:50] ->Drums [0:14] ->The Other One [4:08] ->Cryptical Envelopment [6:33];[0:06]%[0:03] ;Dark Star [15:26] ->Saint Stephen [4:39] ->The Eleven [10:53#]Death Don't Have No Mercy [#8:02] ;Alligator [3:40] ->Drums [6:54] ->Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [20:28] >Feedback [3:09] you can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042315.mp3 A very special thank you to the Sisters and Brothers who support the Deadpod.. Be well everyone!

Spring is finally arriving around here and my thoughts turned to the great Spring tour of Europe 72. Since that tour is completely released on the box set I am going to share with you this week a wonderful set from the fall of 1972. This show took place on October 27th, 1972 in Columbus Ohio. I don't have, nor do I believe there exists, a copy of the first set that matches the quality of the audience recording of set 2 that I've chosen for this week's Deadpod. This is said to be Bear's recording and I would not doubt that from the quality - I do think you'll enjoy it. Beyond that the performance is first rate. Especially from Truckin' through The Other One, to a Mississipi Half-Step(!) the band is on fire. I'm a huge fan fo the Uncle John's encore as well.. a great set from a great year.. I hope you enjoy this one! Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Columbus, OH (10/27/72) set2 Greatest Story Ever Told Ramble On Rose TrucKin The Other One Mississippi Half-Step Morning Dew Tomorrow Is Forever Promised Land Deal Sugar Magnolia Uncle John's Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041715.mp3 Thank you for listening, and for your support which makes the Deadpod possible.

This week we will listen to the second set from the Dead's performance that took place on April 15th, 1983 in Rochester NY. This is a very long, sometimes meandering set, that clocks in at over one hour and 47 minutes. Despite its length, it seems a bit void of Garcia vocals. The set starts out well enough with a Feel Like A Stranger and Samson and Delilah to get the crowd moving. Brent follows with 'Maybe You Know' a tune I always enjoyed until he stopped performing it in '86. After that we get a very soulful 'He's Gone' which leads into one of only three performances of a little ditty that has been called 'Bob Star' or 'Little Star' .. this leads into a long and quite space drums and space. Five songs follow post space, all pretty well played and ending with a 'Johnny B Goode'. Jerry comes out for the encore with a 'It's All Over Now, Baby Blue' which was done quite often in that slot during this period. War Memorial Auditorium, Rochester, NY (4/15/83) set 2 Feel Like a Stranger Samson and Delilah Ship of Fools Maybe You Know How I Feel He's Gone drums Throwin' Stones Not Fade Away Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad Around and Around Johnny B. Goode Baby Blue

This week's Deadpod has been on my request list for quite awhile, and in reviewing that list I decided it was time to pull it out. This show comes to us from April 15th, 1983 at the War Memorial Auditorium in Rochester NY. There seems to be lots of good memories of this show, and while I don't think it was their strongest outing of the year, it is an enjoyable and generally wellplayed performance I think you'll enjoy. A Shakedown opener is always a great way to start out a show and we're treated to a good one here. Brent's keyboards add a nice, uptempo feeling here and Jerry does a great job with his leads and vocals - listen for how he changes the words at one point. 'My Brother Esau' follows in the second slot - a strange position for this number, I think, and frankly I think it takes the band a bit to work into the emotional feel of this number, following Shakedown. I enjoy this number, but to my ears there's a bit of dissonance here. A nice Brown-Eyed Women follows, but it is marred by microphone problems which steal from us Jerry's first couple verses. Little Red Rooster has the additional Brent verses that often popped up during this period. Dire Wolf follows, a personal favorite, then Lazy Lightnin'->Supplication, followed by a nice set ending Deal. We'll hear set 2 next week, War Memorial Auditorium, Rochester, NY (4/15/83) Shakedown Street My Brother Esau Brown Eyed Women Little Red Rooster Dire Wolf Lazy Lightnin' Supplication Deal You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod040315.mp3 Thanks for picking this up and for your kind support! You're the best!

While I wouldn't say this second set was overshadowed by the first, it is one of the rare second sets that is shorter than its first set..the band however does not let up on the jamming as this second set is a true pleasure to relive. They come out of the box hot and fast with an excellent Eyes of the World, played in the uptempo fashion.. despite the furious pace there are plenty of beautiful Garcia licks sure to get you moving. Eyes then moves into an unusual but interesting short space that leads into the fabulously funky 'Dancin' In the Streets'.. again here, Garcia and Lesh in particulary provide plenty of interesting leads and take their time exploring the beat. They transition nicely into the unmistakable entrance to 'Wharf Rat'. In contrast to the frenzied pace of Eyes, this Wharf Rat is quite languid, building the drama in the music along with the tragic story - always one of my favorites.. . the transition into Franklin's Tower is a bit abrupt but the standalong Franklin's is a rare treat. Garcia here is really playing his guitar like ringing a bell.. :) As with every song in this set they take their time and develop the melody - in this case almost 14 minutes of delightful playing. The close with a rockin', delightful, Sugar Magnolia... Then they return with, surprise (since it is Saturday - 'One More Saturday Night', but indicating I think how much fun they had, a double encore of a nice 'Uncle John's Band'.. man I can only imagine how happy the fans went home after this one! Grateful Dead Winterland Arena, San Francisco, CA (3/19/77) set 2 Eyes of the World Dancin' in the Streets Wharf Rat Franklin's Tower Sugar Magnolia encores: One More Saturday Night Uncle John's Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032715.mp3 Finally my thanks to those of you who so kindly donated to support the Deadpod - thank you so much - you are the best !

This week's Deadpod features a quite wonderful show from 1977. This show took place back on March 19th 1977 at Winterland in San Francisco. Perhaps overlooked a bit because of the band's iconic performances in May of that year, this show features a huge first set (both in terms of length as well as power of performance). The band plays a number of great classic first set songs, and plays them all very well, before breaking into a the second part of this set which is almost a second set itself - Estimated, Terrapin and then a 30 minute trifecta of Playin->Samson->Playin that features some truly spectacular exploration from Garcia. Do yourself a favor and spend some time with this set.. Winterland Arena, San Francisco, CA (3/19/77) Bertha Mama Tried Loser Big River They Love Each Other Looks Like Rain Tennessee Jed Estimated Prophet Terrapin Station-> Playin' in the Band-> Samson and Delilah-> Playin' in the Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032015.mp3 Donations to the Deadpod keep us afloat.. frankly they have been really scarce lately.. so anything you can do to help would be greatly appreciated! thanks for listening and spread the love :)

This week's Deadpod features the second set from the Band's performance on March 18th, 1971 at the Fox Theater in St. Louis Missouri. This is clearly a great performance from a great year. Starting with the Other One the band really delivers a great performance. Jerry does a great version of Wharf Rat here and the band displays how it can turn on a dime with Billy as the solo drummer in the transitions, especially from Greatest Story into Johnny B. Goode. The highlight of this set might have to be Pigpen on the Caution - this is a great version.. Grateful Dead Fox Theatre St. Louis, MO 3/18/71 - Thursday Set 2 Truckin' [#6:41] > The Other One [0:17] > Drums [5:53] > The Other One [12:#05] > Wharf Rat [11:50] ; Sugar Magnolia [6:13] ; Greatest Story Ever Told > Johnny B. Goode (1) [6:09] ; Not Fade Away [6:27] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [3:#14] > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [15:02] > Feedback [1:36] ; Uncle John's Band [6:37] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod031315.mp3 I hope you enjoy this week's Deadpod...and want to thank those of you who have supported us. We could always use some support so I hope that you might consider making a donation if you can... thanks............

Spring is supposed to be springing .. soon... so I plan to hurry it along with this beauty from 1971 which should generate a little heat... This comes to you from the City of Blues, St. Louis back on March 18th, 1971 (there has been some dustups over that date... some say the 17th.. I have no dog in this fight).. As with most artifacts from that year this one should please all but the Touchiest of Heads.. :) There are plenty of standards here in set 1 and best of all plenty of PIGPEN ;) Check out the fabulous version of Me & Bobby McGee, China-Rider and *the Rub* :) set 2 should provide some mindmelting jams next week... Grateful Dead Fox Theatre St. Louis, MO 3/18/71 - Thursday One Casey Jones ; Me And My Uncle ; Big Boss Man ; Bertha ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Loser ; China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; The Rub ; Playing In The Band ; Cumberland Blues You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod030615.mp3 My thanks to everyone whose contributions have kept us publishing the Deadpod! The Deadpod could always use your support. I hope you will consider a donation. Thank you my friends.

This week's Deadpod comes from exactly 25 years ago, the Mardi Gras show that occurred on February 27th, 1990 at the Oakland Coliseum Arena. We'll hear the second set this week, which starts off with a long drums that allowed the Mardi Gras parade to wind its way all around the arena. The band goes into an appropriately themed Iko, Iko and Man Smart, Woman Smarter before settling into their more standard second set. A nicely done Standing on the Moon leads into Truckin' and Spoonful pre-drums. Afterwards a strong Other One, leads into a very well done Morning Dew. The boys wrap up the set with a Not Fade Away into Throwing Stones but return for a short, but sweet, We Bid You Goodnight. Grateful DeadOakland Arena (2/27/90) set 2 Iko Iko Man Smart/Woman Smarter Standing on the Moon Truckin' Spoonful drums The Other One Morning Dew Throwin' Stones Not Fade Away We Bid You Goodnight You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022715.mp3 As we bid adieu to February I hope those March winds will blow all our troubles away.... My thanks for your support. I couldn't do the Deadpod without it! Best wishes to everyone hoping for Chicago Tickets!

Laissez les bon temps roulez! Yes this week (and next) I decided we should celebrate Mardi Gras with a wonderful Mardi Gras show from back in the spring of 1990. This show from the Oakland Arean,has a very laid back vibe that builds and becomes more and more psychedelic and interesting as the show went on. I really liked the jam in Sugaree and the Bird Song that ends this first set is excellent. I hope you enjoy this week's Deadpod - Fat Tuesday may be over but we can still roll it! Grateful Dead Oakland Arena (2/27/90) set 1 Let the Good Times Roll Feel Like a Stranger Sugaree Victim or the Crime Mississippi Half-Step Masterpiece Bird Song You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022015.mp3 Thank you for your support of the Deadpod. I deeply appreciate it and hope you keep enjoying the shows!

Yowza! When a tape such as the one we're going to hear this week sees the light of day I simply can't contain my enthusiasm.This tape comes from June 5th, 1970 - Fillmore West San Francisco California.. that's right 1970.. one of the greatest watershed years in the band's history and one that has always been sadly underrepresented in terms of recordings.. Furthurmore the provenance of this tape traces back to Bear who recorded it on a Sony 770 reel to reel deck. We have both an acoustic and electric set.. and I can't possible not play the entire set for you this week. Naturally there are various tape dropouts and cuts, reel flips, etc... a small price to pay for this fabulous treasure, in my opinion. This is a real beauty my friends.. I hope you savor it as much as I have! Grateful Dead Fillmore West, San Francisco CA June 5, 1970 Friday Acoustic Set: Missing:Dire Wolf I Know You Rider Silver Threads And Golden Needles Friend Of The Devil Me And My Uncle Black Peter /New Speedway/Boogie* Electric Set: /Cold Rain And Snow* Easy/Wind* Mama Tried Cryptical-Drums-Other One-Cryptical Reprise/* /Attics Of My Life* Hard To Handle It's A Man's World Uncle John's Band /Saint Stephen* Casey Jones *denotes cuts or abrupt reel stops & start PA hum thru-out the show You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod021315.mp3 I thank you for your kind support of the Deadpod - I really appreciate it!

This week's Deadpod features a darn good second set from November 2nd, 1977 when the boys played at Seneca College in Toronto Canada. This set features a kind of slow build up to a real apex of jamming and finishes off strong as well. This second set has a somewhat unusual order.. it starts with a nice Sampson and Delilah goes into a rather slower Ship of Fools. Then we get an uptempo Good Lovin' followed by Donna's 'Sunrise'.. then we get one of the highlights of the show, a killer Scarlet->Fire.. that goes into Estimate Prophet. As Estimated closes we hear Jerry bring out 'St. Stephen' much to the delight of the crowd. the Truckin' that follows is wonderfully done. They follow the rockin' Around and Around with a rare Terrapin Station encore which is quite well done. A really nice way to pass some time in the dead of Winter... Field House (Seneca College), Toronto, Canada (11/2/77) set 2 Samson and Delilah Ship of Fools Good Lovin' Sunrise Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain Estimated Prophet St. Stephen Truckin' Around and Around Terrapin Station You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod020615.mp3 My most sincere thanks to my friends who have so kindly supported the Deadpod. I really appreciate it.

Brrrrrrrrrrrrr... given that many of us are in the icy grips of old man Winter, I thought it appropriate to fulfill a request for a show from north of the Border.. yes the Great White North, Canada.. This is I believe one of the better shows from that great country, from November 2nd, 1977 at Seneca College in Toronto Canada. In this week's first set you'll immediately tell the band hasn't lost the magic that made this one of the great years in Grateful Dead history, as the band is tight and sounding great throughout. There is a really hot 'Big River' and 'Looks Like Rain'.. but the real highlight i sone of the better 'Lazy Lightnin'>Supplication' jams where Jerry just shreds.. I know you're going to enjoy it. Field House (Seneca College), Toronto, Canada (11/2/77) Set one: Promised Land They Love Each Other Me and My Uncle Big River Candyman Looks Like Rain Ramble on Rose Lazy Lightnin' Supplication Might As Well You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod013015.mp3 Stay safe and warm and fire up this week's Deadpod! thanks for your support... I Really Appreciate it!

I'm hoping that this high energy second set from the New Year's Eve show of 1969 helps to warm you up if you are stuck in the deep freeze as I am this week.. This tape has some choice early versions of some classic tunes as well as some that were played very infrequently that you may never have heard.. Alligator and the jams that come from it are a great start, The Eleven is fab, the early version of High Time - a favorite of mine. There are several cuts on this tape, and I hope that they don't interfere with your enjoyment of this slice of Grateful Dead history... Grateful Dead Boston Tea Party Boston, MA 12/31/69 - Wednesday set 2: Tuning Alligator ->; Drums -> Alligator -> Jam -> And We Bid You Good Night Jam -> Alligator -> Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) -> Feedback -> Good Lovin' -> Drums -> The Eleven High Time Cumberland Blues Big Boy Pete Not Fade Away Seasons The Race Is On Silver Threads And Golden Needles Slewfoot Dancing In The Street You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod010915.mp3 As always, let me express my thanks to the generous folks who keep the Deadpod alive through their kind donations.. . Stay Warm :)

Happy New Year!! While I toyed with the idea of not featuring a New Years Eve show the fact is that it is one date that the band was well-known for their performances. I did however choose the band's only non-bay area New Years Eve Performance - this takes place 12/31/69 at the Boston Tea Party in Boston, MA. The band puts on a great performance here and we're lucky to have a very good recording of their efforts. We'll listen to the first set this week and set 2 next. The band starts with an interesting China ->Rider, but I really enjoy the 'Next Time You See Me' with Pigpen and Jerry on vocals. Black Peter is quite blusey and followed by the great Pigpen on 'Hard to Handle'. Mason's Children, a staple of the early days, is well jammed out and followed by a nice Dire Wolf. The band closes set one with a somewhat sparse arrangement of 'Uncle John's Band'.. Grateful Dead VenueBoston Tea Party LocationBoston, MA Date12/31/69 - Wednesday One - 1:07:40 Intro China Cat Sunflower > Jam > I Know You Rider Mama Tried Next Time You See Me Cold Rain And Snow Black Peter Hard To Handle Me And My Uncle Mason's Children Dire Wolf Uncle John's Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod010215.mp3 My thanks to everyone who has been able to support the Deadpod - I really appreciate it!!! My wishes for a 2015 filled with peace and love and light.

This week's Deadpod features some ferocious Garcia jamming, and again, while the tape is not perfect, for fans like us, this is well worth listening to and experiencing. Of course this week is the remainder of the show from 12/10/72 at Winterland in San Francisco CA. This show features a spectacular 'Other One'.. the band drifts into this following some very interesting jamming out of Truckin'. Sit back and experience where this jam takes you, I think you'll be quite surprised at the varied landscapes here. They follow this spectacular jam with a nice Deal and a very good Sugar Magnolia. Ramble on Rose has a rather different but pleasing location in the setlist, followed by Johnny B Goode to close the set and put a mark on what the boys knew to be a great performance. The boys return with a sweet and well done 'Uncle John's Band' as an encore. What a nice way to end the show.. Winterland Arena, San Francisco, CA (12/10/72) Truckin' The Other One Deal Sugar Magnolia Ramble On Rose Johnny B. Goode Uncle John's Band You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod121914.mp3 Thanks so much for picking up the Deadpod, and for your kind support this year. I very much appreciate it! Happy Chanukah! and look for our acoustic show next friday, to take you through the after Christmas weekend..

While this week's Deadpod features a tape that is not complete, and has some cuts, I still believe it is strong enough to feature for this week and next. This show comes to us from Winterland Arena, where the band performed after a short break from touring on December 12, 1972. Unfortunately most of the first set is missing. What we have starts with a great 'Bertha', following that is Garcia at full force during an incendiary 'Playin' In the Band'. This beauty goes on for about 20 minutes of first class Jerry virtuosity. I love this version. While this tape is not the highest quality recording, its worth listening to just for this performance. The band moves into a much more standard Casey Jones to close the first set. We'll listen to the first part of the second set as well, which opens with a rockin' Promised Land followed by a nice Stella Blue. The China Cat->I Know You Rider opens up very nicely, especially in the transition jam, and leaves us wanting more, which we'll hear next week. Winterland Arena, San Francisco, CA (12/10/72) from set 1: Bertha Playing in the Band Casey Jones Set 2: Promised Land Stella Blue China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod121214.mp3 Thank you for sharing this trip with me, and for your support, which makes the Deadpod possible!!

There is no way I wouldn't come back to this show this week and present this wonderful second set. Of course this is from December 12th, 1990 at McNichols Arena in Denver Colorado. While it takes a few verses for the boys to catch on fire, once they do they roll on through a 2 hour set full of passion and energy that makes this one of the best shows of a very good year. They start with a nice China ->Rider that rolls into a really pretty Looks Like Rain.. Hornsby adds some wonderful touches here. Somewhat surprisingly, Iko follows, but that perhaps is not as surprising as the Dark Star that crashes from it. This one is pretty well formed, and a real treat to listen to throughout. The band rolls into a nice Terrapin Station following, and gives its audience a bit of a break as it winds into drums and space. Jerry, Bob and Phil give the Watchtower that follows its dark streak then Garcia provides a wonderful Stella Blue. I won't attempt to describe it.. just listen. They come out with an excellent Throwing Stones->Not Fade Away to close the set. The Weight that follows has long been one of my favorite encores when done well, and this was I think was. I hope you enjoy this week's Deadpod. McNichols Arena, Denver, CO (12/12/90) set 2: China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider Looks Like Rain Iko Iko Dark Star Terrapin Station drums All Along the Watchtower Stella Blue Throwin' Stones Not Fade Away The Weight You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod120514.mp3 A special THANK YOU to my friends who support the Deadpod. I am so grateful to you. Be well everyone, spread joy and happiness if you can.

Our day after Thanksgiving Deadpod takes us way back to a famous date in Grateful Dead history - January 31st, 1970 - the day the band was 'set up like a bowling pin' down in New Orleans. Yes the boys were arrested earlier this day but played that same night the set that we are going to listen to this week. This show is quite odd, in that the first set is electric, the second is acoustic - mainly due to Phil blowing his amp at the end of set 1. This gives me a chance to present some great acoustic Dead - mainly Bob and Jerry but Pigpen puts in a *fabulous* Katie Mae. I know there are many of you out there you enjoy the acoustic sets around the holiday and I simply felt the first set was worth including here as it is quite interesting as well. The acoustic second set was of course soon after incorporated as the first set in the band's famous concerts in May of 1970... Grateful Dead The Warehouse New Orleans, LA 1/31/70 - Saturday One - 48:02 Intro [0:17] ; Cold Rain And Snow [5:30]; Mama Tried [2:41]; Dire Wolf [3:56]; Big Boss Man [4:47]; Morning Dew [10:09]; Mason's Children [6:#08]; Me And My Uncle [3:13]; Hard To Handle [6:31]; Two - 22:23 Tuning [0:30] ; Long Black Limousine [4:55]; Seasons Of My Heart [4:48]; Sawmill [2:51]; Bound In Memories (Old, Old House) [3:39]; The Race Is On [2:55]; Three - 35:25 Black Peter [7:13] > Little Sadie [3:24] > I've Been All Aroundnd This World [3:03]; Katie Mae [4:23]; Cumberland Blues [3:28]; You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadshow112814.mp3 When I count my blessings I do not forget to include all of you - for showing me the love that keeps the Deadpod on the air. Thank you. I hope you and yours had a wonderful Thanksgiving, and enjoy the rest of the Thanksgiving weekend.

All the snowy weather this week reminded me of a show I saw out in Denver at McNichols one year.. this is a great show, I think, and I decided that it would be fun to share it with you. This one highlights the rejuvenation I think Hornsby sparked in the Dead, and especially in Garcia. He's all over this one and lots of fun throughout.. This first set is marked by a fine Candyman, a crazy Mexicalli->Maggie's Farm, a simply rocking Loose Lucy and a fantastic Deal. McNichols Arena, Denver, CO (12/12/90) Touch of Grey Greatest Story Ever Told Candyman Walkin' Blues Loose Lucy Mexicali Blues Maggie's Farm Queen Jane Approximately Deal You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod112114.mp3 I hope you enjoy it! Thanks to everyone who has supported the Deadpod. I really appreciate the help and support.. one love.

We're lucky enough to hear the second set from the Dead's performance on 10/29/77 at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb Illinois this week. This is a fine recording of a strong set.. Bertha opens with that unique tempo the band was working on at this time and it sounds mighty fine.. Good Lovin' is better than usual.. Friend of the Devil and Estimated are played crisply but for me the magic starts with the jazzy Garcia guitar in Eyes.. very nicely done and one of my favorite versions of this tune during this time. St. Stephen is powerful.. moving into a heavy Not Fade Away.. Black Peter is soulful and sung with great effect. Sugar Magnolia and One More Saturday Night display the band's competence at great Rock N Roll. All in all a fine accompaniment to a Fall day or evening :) Field House (Northern Illinois U), De Kalb, IL (10/29/77) set 2 Bertha Good Lovin' Friend of the Devil Estimated Prophet Eyes of the World St. Stephen Not Fade Away Black Peter Sugar Magnolia drums Sunshine Daydream One More Saturday Night You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod111414.mp3 My sincere thanks for your support. My love to you all.

One of the joys of producing the Deadpod comes from the many fine folks I've met, even if only through the medium of the internet, since I started to publish these shows. This week's show comes from a suggestion from one of those old friends, and it is an excellent suggestion.. This show comes to us from DeKalb Illinois and was performed during the Fall tour of 1977, on 10/29/77. The show begins with an unusual but rocking 'Might As Well'. A nice version of Jack Straw is followed by the appearance of the Dire Wolf, oftentimes a harbinger for me of a great night. After a well played Looks Like Rain, Jerry delivers a wonderful Loser. El Paso and Ramble on Rose follows. Then Minglewood and Must've Been The Roses lead into a spectacular version of Let It Grow. We simply have to take Phil on his word in the introduction to this gem... Field House (Northern Illinois U), De Kalb, IL (10/29/77) Might As Well Jack Straw Dire Wolf Looks Like Rain Loser El Paso Ramble on Rose New Minglewood Blues It Must Have Been the Roses Let it Grow You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110714.mp3 As the chill of the impending Winter begins to make itself known here, I hope this fine music keeps your spirit high. Thanks to all of you who make the Deadpod what it is, I so appreciate your support.

Halloween always seems to be a favorite holiday for Deadheads so seeing as this Halloween fell on a Friday I thought I should play one of the band's shows that took place on this date. This one comes to us from 1985.. sure not the band's strongest year but I think this first set is alot of fun, especially here at the start, so I'm hoping you enjoy the frivolity and enjoy yourself as you reminisce perhaps of Halloween's past and enjoy the present.......... Carolina Coliseum (U of South Carolina), Columbia, SC (10/31/85) Finiculi Funicula Space Werewolves of London Music Never Stopped West L.A. Fadeaway Mama Tried Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Looks Like Rain Might As Well You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod103114.mp3 Big thanks and hugs to everyone who is able to support the Deadpod.. I really appreciate it!!

In casting about for a show to fit some recent requests, I came across this well-known yet astonishing work of unparalleled psychedelia. Unfortunately there is no Pigpen on this night (or the next) which is what my listener had requested, however I'm confident that the peerless jamming and enthusiasm present on this recording will allow me to be excused for that omission. This show starts with an excellent Dark Star (and its so nice to hear it in one of its earlier formations), then goes into a wonderful St. Stephen and The Eleven which is just wonderful - I'm especially fond of the ending jam in the Eleven - before going into a song which never should have left, Death Don't Have No Mercy.. The second set follows and while perhaps not as strong as the first, the Cryptical and the Other One features some great work by Phil, which is also noticeable in the New Potato Caboose (as sadly the lack of keyboards). The show ends with some intense and jamming and, the then popular Feedback.. Grateful Dead Avalon Ballroom, San Francisco CA 8/12/68 - Saturday Set 1 Dark Star ->Saint Stephen ->The Eleven ->Death Don't Have No Mercy Set 2Cryptical Envelopment ->Drums ->The Other One ->Cryptical Envelopment ->New Potato Caboose ->Jam ->Drums ->Jam -> Feedback You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod102414.mp3 May your week be filled with kindness and enlightenment. My most sincere thanks for your generous support of the Deadpod!

This week's Deadpod, the second set from Barcelona Spain on October 19th, 1981, bursts out of the gate with a smoking Scarlet Begonias into Fire on the Mountain. Garcia clearly wants this one to stand out, and his leads throughout are choice. Garcia is clearly inspired throughout.. even on the Sailor ->Saint, Garcia shines on one of the best versions ever... there's a nice little space that follows, then after a short drums an excellent, if too short, full blown Spanish Jam leads into a very fine Other One. The Stella Blue that flows out from that is excellent as is the Sugar Magnolia with full blowin Weir driving this one.. A fine show from start to finish, I hope you enjoy this one. Sports Palace, Barcelona, Spain (10/19/81) Set 2 Scarlet Begonias-> Fire on the Mountain-> Lost Sailor-> Saint of Circumstance-> drums-> Spanish Jam-> The Other One-> Stella Blue-> Sugar Magnolia Don't Ease Me In You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101714.mp3 Thank you so much for your support. The Deadpod couldn't exist without you. I'm so glad you listen - and hope you have a fine week..

As far as I know, this was the Dead's only performance in Spain, and while I recall wearing this tape out at one time I hadn't thought about it for some time, until I came across it again searching for a show for this week's 'pod. I'm thrilled to have rediscovered it. There's plenty of energy here as the band, and Garcia, seem pumped for the end of this European tour. This set starts off plenty hot with Jack Straw leading into a sparkling Franklin's Tower. Even the cowboy tunes shine from Garcia's treatment. Loser then goes into a jamming CC Rider with Weir giving some great vocals. The Passenger features some great Phil bombs throughout. Who doesn't like Althea and Jerry shreds on this one.. The Let it Grow is phenomenal, and one of the best of the year for sure.. and we've just finished set 1, set 2 is even better.. next week.. Sports Palace, Barcelona, Spain (10/19/81) set 1: Jack Straw-> Franklin's Tower Mama Tried-> Mexicali Blues Loser-> C.C. Rider Tennessee Jed Passenger Althea-> Let it Grow You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101014.mp3 I hope you enjoy the show... and my thanks for the kindness you show in keeping the Deadpod on the air through your donations.. very much appreciated!

This week's Deadpod features the second set from the Dead's performance at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse NY on September 24th, 1982. This is quite a fine set, and opens with an unusual Brent opener - Far From Me.. always a song I enjoy hearing. They follow that up with a very well executed Playin' In The Band->Crazy Fingers, and Jerry does some fine work on that latter number. Weir's new song, Throwin' Stones, follows and leads into Drums and Space but they come out of that with an unusual Iko, Iko. Truckin' as always provides Garcia a nice jamming platform and he accelerates out of that into 'Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad' and then 'Black Peter'... the band then brings everyone back to earth with a nice Around and Around and a Sugar Magnolia to close the set. Phil pranks Weir by bringing out a woman from backstage and introducing her as Weir's wife of 5 years, before the Brokedown Palace encore, so you know they were loose and having fun! Carrier Dome (Syracuse U), Syracuse, NY (9/24/82) Set 2: Far From Me Playin' in the Band Crazy Fingers Throwin' Stones drums Iko Iko Truckin' Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad Black Peter Around and Around Sugar Magnolia Brokedown Palace You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod100314.mp3 Finally as always, my gratitude goes out to those of you able to support the Deadpod and keep us on track.. love and peace to all of you..

This week we feature a show that marked the end of the Fall East Coast tour of 1982 - this one took place in the Carrier Dome on the campus of Syracuse University in Syracuse NY. This show was widely praised in its day and I think much of the playing holds up today as an example of a good early 80s Dead show. The band opens with a Jack Straw that is on fire.. and leads nicely into a very fine Friend of the Devil. Brent has some nice runs here.. The CC Rider is fun and of course Ramble on Rose brings a smile to my face as usual. Minglewood.. meh, but the Bird Song that follows is pretty choice, as is a fine Looks Like Rain. China->Rider to close the set is great, and listen for some hot Phil here in this choice closer.. We'll hear set 2 next week... Carrier Dome (Syracuse U), Syracuse, NY (9/24/82) Jack Straw Friend of the Devil C.C. Rider Ramble on Rose New Minglewood Blues 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/deadpod092614.mp3 I want to thank everyone who contributed during last week's 'Wake Up To Find Out' promotion - both those of you kind enough to contribute and receive a CD, and those of you who were kind enough to contribute after all the CDs were gone.. I feel the love!! thank you So much! Your support keeps this from ever being a task for me.. You can of course still pick up the fine 3 CD set 'Wake Up To Find Out' from http://dead.net or your local music retailer.

This week's Deadpod takes us back to Dijon France for the second set of the band's amazing performance which took place back on 9/18/74. I have however, taken some liberties with this presentation however, as I omitted the first two songs of set 2, Loose Lucy and Big River, because the vocals in these two are hopelessly lost and cannot be heard. In place of those, I decided to include the 3 songs done as a soundcheck for this show - something titled 'Jerry's Space', as well as Cumberland Blues and Brokedown Palace. I'm not always a fan of soundchecks but I do think you'll enjoy these. The remainder of the second set retains the audio clarity found in set 1, and while this set probably doesn't reach the musical heights of set 1 there is plenty here to enjoy. The Eyes->China Doll->He's Gone->Truckin' is as all those titles read, quite pleasing, if not mind-blowing. The most interesting jam of the set probably comes out of drums, when Phil leads them in a most interesting Caution jam. Johnny B. Goode to close the set is quite unusual and shows that the boys thought it had been a good days' work, I think. Grateful DeadSeptember 18th, 1974Parc des ExpositionsDijon, FranceWednesday soundcheck: Jerry's Space Cumberland Blues Brokedown Palace from set 2: Peggy-O Me and My Uncle Eyes of the World China Doll He's Gone Truckin' drums Caution Jam Ship of Fools Johnny B. Goode U.S. Blues you can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091914.mp3 Finally, a quick fundraising word.. I've received several copies of the new Rhino/GD release: Wake Up To Find Out, the spectacular recording of the famous March 29th, 1990 show that featured the Dead's collaboration with jazz virtuoso Wynton Marsallis. I'd love to send out a copy of this 3CD set to anyone who could support the Deadpod with a $50 donation. Please consider clicking on our contribute button or drop me a note about how to receive this fine thank you gift for your support of the Deadpod!

This is such a great show that I'm astounded that I've not played it on the Deadpod until today.. as the 40th anniversary of this great show approaches I will right that oversight. One of the greatest first sets ever.. from Dijon France, September 18th, 1974. It opens with a warm, delightful Uncle John's Band.. then the great songs roll on, Jack Straw, Friend of the Devil, Black Throated Wind, Scarlet Begonias (!).. its an insane first set and the recording is magnificent as well. There's no reason to enumerate every great song here, but the 'To Lay Me Down' is clearly one of the most powerful ever., I hope you enjoy this masterpiece. Grateful Dead Parc des Expositions Dijon, France Wednesday One Uncle John's Band [8:39] ; Jack Straw [5:11] ; Friend Of The Devil [4:20] ; Black Throated Wind [6:53] ; Scarlet Begonias [8:34] ; Mexicali Blues [3:09] ; Row Jimmy [7:26#] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:14] ; Deal [4:29] ; The Race Is On [3:08] ; To Lay Me Down [8:08] ; Playing In The Band [23:31] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091214.mp3 Thank you for listening and for your support, which makes it possible to publish this music each week..

his week's Deadpod features a beast of a second set.. but what else can you expect from a show from 1972. This one features some great interplay between Lesh and Garcia throughout. Innocently enough the set starts out with a fat Big River followed by a standard Friend of the Devil and Me & My Uncle, things start getting interesting on the Bird Song.. here we find quite an interesting jam after the first verse as Garcia begins to take the music to some very nice places.. personally I enjoyed the ending jam quite a bit. Truckin' follows, always a great vehicle for exploration, and the band takes off following the verses. A short drum segment then leads Phil to bring out what is a quite good Other One, and in fact this goes into a classic He's Gone and then *back* into the Other One.. the only such combination I'm aware of. This one had some excellent jamming including what is often referred to as the 'Tiger' jam. I love the transition into He's Gone.. and back into the Other One for that matter! But wait there's more :) .. a hot Greatest Story,.. Comes A Time mmmmm and then a far out Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad->Not Fade Away who needs an encore after that set list!! Fox Theatre, St. Louis, MO (10/19/72) set 2 Big River Friend of the Devil Me and My Uncle Bird Song Truckin'-> drums-> The Other One-> He's Gone-> The Other One Greatest Story Ever Told Comes A Time Not Fade Away-> Goin' Down the Road Feeling Bad-> Not Fade Away You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090514.mp3 Thanks for listening, and for your support of the Deadpod!