The Deadpod

I don't always get to play requests - but sometimes I can and this week I'm sharing a show that was recently requested - October 2nd, 1977. This is a fine performance - and a Betty board to boot. I think the fun they're having back on stage is clearly reflected in their playing. This is a fine recording of a fun show I think you'll enjoy. I need to take a moment to THANK everyone who contributed to the Deadpod last week!! Your support will be a huge help to keep us strong and to support our community radio station KOPN. I'm going to do my best to get those copies of 'Rockin' the Cradle' out to you as soon as I can. I have to wait to get them from Rhino, and I go in for surgery in a little over a week - so it might be a little while before they go out - so please be patient. I'll get them out to everyone! thanks again!!!It's not too late to make a donation - just click the button on the left hand side of the page! Grateful Dead Paramount Theatre Portland, ORDate 10/2/77 - Sunday One Casey Jones [9:43] ; Jack Straw [4:39] ; Sunrise [3:47] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:10] ; El Paso [4:07] ; Dupree's Diamond Blues [5:08] ; Let It Grow [12:04] ; Deal [6:36]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod100308.mp3

This week's Deadpod is big in every way - a wonderful second set that features a fabulous Eyes of the World->Estimated Prophet->Franklin's Tower that lasts nearly an hour and is among the best versions ever of these songs. This comes to us from the great fall of 79 tour, this one is from November 5th, 1979 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia. The entire set is a real treat, starting with a rare second set opening Althea and closing with a truly rocking Sailor-Saint-Sugar Magnolia.. Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 11/5/79 - MondayAlthea [12:01] ; Easy To Love You [3:26] ; Eyes Of The World [22:35] > Estimated Prophet [14:28] > Franklin's Tower [13:45] > Space [5:09] > Drums [7:36] > Space [2:39] > Lost Sailor [6:52] > Saint Of Circumstance [5:14] > Sugar Magnolia [8:46]Encore Casey Jones [5:50]You can listen to this weeks' Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod092608.mp3Not only is there alot of great music this week, but I took to heart a suggestion that I try to improve the compression rate on the mp3. Being just another picky deadhead myself, I'm very concerned to have the music sound as good as possible - please let me know if you notice the difference on this week's Deadpod. This does increase the file size, and there are tradeoffs, but it may well be worth the cost.The other big news this week is that starting next week, KOPN, 89.5 FM, Community radio begins its Fall pledge drive. I'm trying to get a head start on this by asking you for your support for the Deadpod. I do hope you'll consider contributing to the Deadpod and ensuring our continuance. I wanted to let you know this was starting this week because I have an opportunity to send you a very special thank you for supporting the Deadpod - a copy of the brand new release "Rocking the Cradle - Egypt 78" CD/DVD combination set that releases on September 30th! This two cd/dvd set chronicles the historic shows in Egypt in 1978 - including 95 minutes of concert footage - and I'm so happy to be able to offer this to my listeners who contribute at a $60 level or above. I wanted to get a headstart on this as I'm going to be getting some surgery done later in October and would like to take care of this before all that goes down.. so at any rate, if you'd like to get a copy of this wonderful set, just contribute to the Deadpod during this big membership drive. You can click the 'Make a Donation' button on the left hand side of the page here: http://deadshow.blogspot.comThank YOU! Whew! I hope the Deadpod and all the news isn't TOO big! but then again, I always loved the BIG sound of seeing the Dead and I think you'll enjoy this week's show.. Be well and thanks for picking us up!

While I only have the second set of this show, I think you'll agree that it's well worth your time. This show features a wonderful pre-Drums seven song segment that starts with a rousing China-Rider, then goes into a rare Stranger->Comes a Time sequeway. Always a favorite, the Comes A Time is blusey and very well played. The band then drives into Estimated into a wonderful He's Gone and a very unexpected Uncle John's Band before a short Drums and Space. The rest of the show is equally well-played - then they pull out a rare double encore to confirm they had as much fun as we do listening. Grateful DeadHartford Civic Center Hartford, CT 5/10/80 - SaturdayTwo China Cat Sunflower [6:36] > I Know You Rider [7:03] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:45] > Comes A Time [8:42] ; Estimated Prophet [10:45] > He's Gone [14:53] > Uncle John's Band [7:32] > Space [3:52] > Drums > Space [1:04] > Not Fade Away [8:51] > Sugar Magnolia [8:18]Encore Alabama Getaway [4:22] > One More Saturday Night [4:49]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod091908.mp3Thanks for picking us up!

This week, the conclusion of their powerful set from 7/31/74. What a time to be a Deadhead! This show featured 3 powerful sets - this week we'll listen to the end of set 2, and all of set 3.. There's plenty of wonderful jamming and singing on these songs - I especially love the 'Ramble on Rose' and 'To Lay Me Down' - and be sure to listen to the 'Mind Left Body jam' after 'Truckin' - great stuff!! Grateful Dead Dillon Stadium Hartford, CT 7/31/74 - Wednesday Ship Of Fools [5:58] ; Weather Report Suite Prelude [1:18] > Weather Report Suite Part 1 [4:16] > Let It Grow [11:11] Three El Paso [4:04] ; Ramble On Rose [6:04] ; Greatest Story Ever Told [5:39]; To Lay Me Down [7:34] ; Truckin' [17:04] > Mind Left Body Jam [7:22] > Spanish Jam [5:27] > Wharf Rat [9:38] ; U.S. Blues [5:15] ; One More Saturday NightEncore Uncle John's BandYou can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod082908.mp3Have a safe and fun holiday weekend and see you back here next week!!

This week's Deadpod goes back to the fabulous summer of 1974 - I think its clear from listening to this show that the band is really putting out some fabulous music. Not only is the show distinguished by an opening Scarlet Begonias, but I think you'll agree that the China-Rider and the Eyes are distinguished by their intensity and beauty.. Grateful Dead Dillon Stadium Hartford, CT 7/31/74 - Wednesday One Scarlet Begonias [8:06] ; Me And My Uncle [2:53] ; Brown Eyed Women [4:52] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:20] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:24] > It Must Have Been The Roses [5:19] ; Mexicali Blues [3:26] ; Row Jimmy [7:57#] ; Jack Straw [4:52] ; China Cat Sunflower [9:27] > I Know You Rider [5:05] ; Around And Around [4:54]Two Bertha [5:14] ; Big River [4:52] ; Eyes Of The World [17:46] > China Doll [4:21] ; The Promised Land [2:58] We'll hear the rest of this fabulous show next week... You can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod082208.mp3Enjoy!

Somehow the fact that this is a partial show .. all that exists from a phenomenal performance - befits the significance of the date. I am honored to be able to keep bringing this music to you, my friends, and I hope as you listen to this set and reflect on Garcia that you feel the light of the love which is the Grateful Dead fill you. Grateful Dead Berkeley Community Theatre Berkeley, CA8/25/72 - FridayOne (1) Cold Rain And Snow [5:51] ; (2) Black Throated Wind [5:56] ; He's Gone [8:42] (3) ; (4) Beat It On Down The Line [3:08] ; Loser [6:27] ; The Frozen Logger [0;39] ; (5) El Paso [4:36] ; Black Peter ; Jack Straw ; Friend Of The Devil ; The Promised Land ; Bird Song ; Playing In The Band ; BerthaTwo Truckin' > Jam > The Other One You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod080808.mp3

Those of you who follow the Deadpod know that I often prefer to play lesser known performances rather than very well known ones. There's often lots of surprises there to be heard - but there's nothing wrong with bringing out the well-known and loved dates sometimes either. This week I'm playing one of the those - this one a live "free concert" from the "hiatus" of 1975 - Sept. 28th, 1975 from Golden Gate Park. The difficulty here was in choosing between the sources - a very good audience or the existing soundboard. I went with the soundboard but with some reservations. The energy and playing of this performance are over the top - I hope you enjoy it!! Grateful DeadLindley Meadows - Golden Gate Park San Francisco, CA Date 9/28/75 - Sunday One Help On The Way > Slipknot! ; The Music Never Stopped ; They Love Each Other ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Franklin's Tower ; Big River ; It Must Have Been The Roses ; Truckin' > Jam (1) > Drums > Stronger Than Dirt Or Milkin' The Turkey > Not Fade Away > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > One More Saturday NightYou can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod081508.mp3

Happy Birthday Jerry!I decided against the idea of doing a Jerry "tribute" - heck every Deadpod is a tribute to the virtuosity and spirit of Garcia - he should still be with us - he'd only be 66 today...........this week I'm playing set 2 of 9/2/79 - Enjoy the fabulous Weather Report Suite and Garcia's intense jam out of that.. I don't need to tell you to listen to the Stella Blue.. :) Grateful Dead Augusta Civic Center Augusta, ME 9/2/79 - Sunday Samson And Delilah [7:29] ; Ramble On Rose [8:13] ; Terrapin Station [12:58] > Let It Grow [11:50] > Jam (1) [11:#26] > Drums [5:25] > Space [4:28] > Stella Blue [10:53] > Truckin' (2) [8:17] > Around And Around [7:29#]You can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod080108.mp3Be well during these 'days between' ....

This week we're fortunate to have another of the 'From Egypt with Love' show recordings to share with you - this one is from 10/20/78 and has to rank as one of the best shows of that great year. This week we'll hear the first set - its really a rockin'/jammin' show and I know you'll enjoy 'They Love Each Other' and 'Tennessee Jed' among other treats:Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/20/78 - Friday One New Minglewood Blues [5:05] ; They Love Each Other [6:52] ; Cassidy [5:19] ; Dire Wolf [3:51] ; El Paso [4:21] ; Tennessee Jed [8:39] ; It's All Over Now [6:58] ; Loser [7:12] ; Lazy Lightnin' [3:33] > Supplication [4:33]Next week I'll bring you the second set..You can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod071108.mp3Hope you are well and having a great weekend!

Happy 4th of July!! Since this week's Deadpod falls on the 4th I decided to share a show that ranks up with some of the most memorable I ever attended - July 4th, 1990 at Sandstone Amphitheater in Bonner Springs, KS. Man was it ever *hot* - broiling - they had no ice at the venue.. I remember when certain substances kicked in and the sun was broiling us and we were giggling about that old frying pan commercial - "this is your brain on drugs"....... It was all worth it however when we were treated to this performance.. I'm bringing you the second set - which contains a fabulous Scarlet->Fire and a heart wrenching Stella Blue.. along with a rousing US Blues encore.. I hope you enjoy it!Grateful DeadSandstone Amphitheatre Bonner Springs, KS 7/4/90 - Wednesday Two Victim Or The Crime > Foolish Heart > Just A Little Light > Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain > Drums > Space > The Wheel > Gimme Some Lovin' > Stella Blue > Sugar MagnoliaEncore U.S. BluesYou can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod070408.mp3

This week we get to listen to the second set of the Dead's performance on 10/20/78 at Winterland in San Francisco. I don't think there's really any throw-away tunes in this set - from the opening Half-Step->Franklins, to the exploratory(!) Dancin' In the Streets this is really classic, Good 'ol Grateful Dead. The double encore, Johnny B Goode and Shakedown Street, just puts the band's own exclamation mark on this performance.. Enjoy. Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/20/78 - Friday Two Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:03] > Franklin's Tower [10:49] ; Dancing In The Street [19:47] > Drums [7:#32] > Space [5:01] > Not Fade Away [7:25] > Black Peter [10:44] > Around And Around [9:09]Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:16] ; Shakedown Street [7:04]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod071808.mp3

This week I'm bringing you a show that really showcases, I think, what Brent Mydland brought to the band - in honor of the 18th anniversary of his last show with the Grateful Dead which occurred this week. This show, 9/2/79, is one of those Fall '79 shows where Brent really was out front and his playing was so spirited that I'm sure he inspired everyone else.. This week the first set, next week the conclusion.. I hope you enjoy it!! Grateful Dead Augusta Civic Center Augusta, ME 9/2/79 - Sunday One Jack Straw [6:23] ; They Love Each Other [7:44] ; Mama Tried [2:44] > Mexicali Blues [4:39] ; Stagger Lee [6:29] ; Cassidy [5:32] ; Row Jimmy [9:11#] ; New Minglewood Blues [6:17] ; Jack-A-Roe [5:04] ; The Music Never Stopped [8:04]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod072508.mp3Thanks for listening!!

This week we have one of those great shows from 1971 - for a long time the only soundboard in circulation of this show only contained three songs - but luckily for us this has now surfaced and we have the pleasure of listening to this entire show.. I'll play the second set next week, but there's plenty to chew on here - notice of course the very last 'Easy Wind', and a fabulous 'Me & Bobby McGee'... Grateful Dead Manhattan Center New York, NYDate 4/4/71 - Sunday One Bertha ; Me And My Uncle ; Next Time You See Me ; Morning Dew ; Playing In The Band [4:20] ; Loser ; Easy Wind [8:55] ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Greatest Story Ever Told > Johnny B. GoodeYou can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod062008.mp3Have a wonderful week, and enjoy!!

This week we get to hear the rest of that fine 1st set - and the entire 2nd set - from the classic performance of 5/4/77 at the Palladium in NYC., NY. The first set ends with a fine and very well played Dancin' In the Streets, but the real meat of this show is the 2nd set, in my opinion. Here we have a monsterous 45 minute Terrapin->Playin'->Comes a Time->Playin that just will blow your socks off. When the band finishes the Playin' reprise, the house lights come up and the show is over - there's nothing else they can add.. and I don't think anyone was complaining.. I think you'll agree.... Grateful Dead The Palladium New York, NY 5/4/77 - Wednesdayend of set 1: Looks Like Rain [8:16] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:05] ; Dancing In The Street [17:56]Two Estimated Prophet [8:14] ; Scarlet Begonias [9:15] > Fire On The Mountain [11:06] ; Terrapin Station [9:40] > Playing In The Band [18:#12] > Comes A Time [10:52] > Playing In The Band [8:06]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod061308.mp3Enjoy! :)

This week the conclusion of Bruce Hornsby's first show as a member of the band, 9/15/90 at Madison Square Garden. I think you'll especially enjoy the first half of this set which I find exceptionally well-played and tight throughout. You'll also want to listen to the only post-Brent 'Gimme Some Lovin' with Hornsby - very tasty stuff. The crowd really feeds the band on this one and its obvious throughout. Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - SaturdayTwo The Weight ; Playing In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Uncle John's Band >Drums > Space > Gimme Some Lovin' > All Along The Watchtower > Stella Blue > Throwing Stones > Not Fade AwayEncore One More Saturday NightYou can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod053008.mp3Thanks for all your support and have a great week!

Hello friends ! I've had a longstanding request to play a Bruce Hornsby show and while this *is* an atypical one, nevertheless its a good one.. his very first show with the Dead, 9/15/90 from Madison Square Garden in New York. We'll play the first set this week, and I think you'll agree its loaded with energy. Jerry really enjoyed playing with Bruce right from the start as is evident in this recording.. Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - Saturday One Touch Of Grey > Walkin' Blues ; Candyman ; Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues ; West L.A. Fadeaway ; When I Paint My Masterpiece ; Bird Song ; Box Of RainAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod052308.mp3Have a safe and happy Memorial Day everyone!

This week a newly released sbd from 1972! I can't resist playing this one, and I think you'll agree that its more than worth your attention this week.. This is from November 15th, 1972, Oklahoma City, OK. All we have is the second set - but its a beauty... Grateful Dead - November 15, 1972Oklahoma City Music Hall - Oklahoma City, OKPromised Land, Ramble on Rose, Mexicali Blues, Brokedown Palace, Playin In the Band, Big Railroad Blues, Me & Bobby McGee, Wharf Rat, Sugar Magnolia, Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad -> Not Fade AwayE: Johnny B. GoodeJerry's guitar work in Playin' was described as 'demonic' by one reviewer - I think you'll agree this is quite special.. I hope you enjoy it!! As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod051608.mp3I want to thank all of you who were able to contribute during our recent pledge drive - what a thrill it is having such a great group of listeners and friends!!Thanks and be well!

Somehow the month of May slipped by without my having posted something from that unbelievable month in GD history. I'm going to make up for that this week and next with this fat show from the GD archives. This show is somewhat overlooked all in all, with all the attention paid to some of the more famous shows during this month - but its well worth a listen..Grateful Dead The Palladium New York, NY 5/4/77 - Wednesday One Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [10:29] > Big River [6:37] ; They Love Each Other [6:46] ; New Minglewood Blues [4:44] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [6:43] ; Cassidy [4:39] ; Deal [6:18] ;Please note - I had meant to include the entire first set this week but I made a mistake and didn't.. sorry! I'll include the missing songs in next week's Deadpod. I do hope you enjoy this week's selection - I'll bring you the second set next week. As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod060608.mp3Thanks so much for your support...

This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of 8/29/80 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. This is a tight and rockin' second set, the boys start with an excellent greatest story into Althea. Then a wonderful version of Let It Grow goes into He's Gone.. I'm sure you'll notice Phil and Brent's contributions on this one.. after space and drums, the band goes into a marvelous Wharf Rat, then back into the rockin' grove with Goin' Down the Road, Around & Around and Johnny B. Goode. While this may not be the most cosmic Dead show around, it certain is a fun, rockin' time.. I hope you enjoy it!!Grateful Dead - August 29, 1980The Spectrum - Philadelphia, PASet 2:d2t01 - Greatest Story Ever Told ->Althea, Let It Grow ->He's Gone ->The Other One ->Drums ->Space ->Wharf Rat -> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad -> Around And Around -> Johnny B. Goode Encore: U.S. BluesYou can listen to this week's deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod050908.mp3A BIG THANK YOU - to everyone who contributed to KOPN and the Deadpod so far during our spring pledge drive. We couldn't do it without your help! You guys are the BEST!thanks again, be well and enjoy the music!

This week we have a great new soundboard of a show from a year that's often under appreciated - 1980. This comes to us from August 29th, 1980, when the boys played the Spectrum in Philladelphia. The first set, which we'll hear this week, starts off with a rockin' Alabama Getaway->Promised Land opener. The band proceeds to play a really high energy twelve song first set, nicely played and sounding like they were really listening to one another. Brent fits in very nicely here, as he's really found his spot by now. I really enjoy the Big River, and Row Jimmy, and check out the crazy set closing Deal!!! This week marks the start of KOPN's spring pledge drive, so I am asking for your help in allowing our community radio station, and this podcast, to remain on the air. Any contribution, no matter what, will help to keep us going. I'm working on securing some CDs to use as premiums to thank you for your support, and will announce them when and if they're finalized. But in the meantime, I hope you'll consider clicking on the contribute now button and helping us out with your contribution. If you prefer to phone in your support, you can reach the station at (573) 874-1139. Thanks!! Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 8/29/80 - Friday One Alabama Getaway [4:31] > The Promised Land [4:16] ; Candyman [6:59] ; Me And My Uncle [2:58] > Big River [5:30] ; Row Jimmy [10:05] > Little Red Rooster [7:33] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:03] ; Far From Me [4:10] ; Lost Sailor[6:39] > Saint Of Circumstance [5:59] > Deal [4:29]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod050208.mp3As always, my thanks for your support!! Have a most excellent spring!

This week we'll hear the second set of this beautiful audience recording of the Dead at the Frost, 10/10/86. This set starts off with a beautiful Playin, then Jerry really tears up Crazy Fingers. I'm also quite partial to the NFA->Black Peter. The fact that they do a double encore is an indication, I think, that they were happy with their performance as well....Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CA 10/10/82 - SundayPlaying In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Touch Of Grey > Drums > Space > The Wheel > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away > Black Peter > Sugar MagnoliaEncore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [6:12] > It's All Over Now, Baby BlueYou can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod042508.mp3All the best friends.. thanks for listening!

This week we get to savor a truly outstanding audience recording of one of the best shows of the early 1980s - October 10th, 1982 at the Frost Ampitheater in Palo Alto CA.The band comes charging out right from the gate, with of all things, a mad "Minglewood Blues" that will blow you away. Brent really shines on the 'Far From Me' a little later in the first set, and the China-Rider is exquisite. All in all I'm sure you'll enjoy this first set and we'll play the second set of this show next week... Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CADate 10/10/82 - SundayOne New Minglewood Blues [7:23] > Sugaree [10:11] > Little Red Rooster [7:35] ; Tennessee Jed [8:10] ; Cassidy [5:54] ; Loser [7:00] ; Far From Me [3:59] > Looks Like Rain [8:45] ; China Cat Sunflower [6:17] > I Know You Rider [5:32]You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041808.mp3Thanks so much for listening and for your support! Enjoy.. p.s. It's true that I first podcast this show in June of '06, and if I hadn't been in a rush this week (I'm taking my kids camping this weekend) I probably would have caught that and not chosen this show again. However this version really stands up and I hope you enjoy it.. thanks!!!

I've had a request for this show for almost a year and for one reason or another never got around to playing it.. but some recent requests for Pigpen and a stroke of good fortune caused me not to overlook it any longer.. This piece of primal Dead has some wonderful versions of some classic early songs; I particularly like the Pigpen numbers and 'Sittin On Top of the World'.. 'Doin' That Rag' is always a favorite of mine as well. Grateful Dead Purdue University Lafayette, IN 4/18/69 - Friday One [1:35:39 +] [0:18] ; Hard To Handle [4:58] ; [1:30] ; Morning Dew [10 ;30] ; [1:35] ; Cryptical Envelopment [1:55] > Drums [0:21] > The Other One [9:41] > Cryptical Envelopment [6:43] > Sittin' On Top Of The World [2:58] > King Bee [8:00] ; [0:10] % [0:22] ; Doin' That Rag [7:#39] ; [0:17] ; Turn On Your Love Light [27:02] ; [0:28] ; Cosmic Charlie [6:29] ; [0:30] ; Beat It On Down The Line [2:31] ; [0:14] %Comments There is a brief cut at about 7:20 of Doin' That Rag.As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041108.mp3I hope you enjoy it, and thanks for listening!!

This week we listen to the second set from September 21st, 1973 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. This set starts with the last version of a song that I happen to really like, "Let Me Sing Your Blues Away", but when you hear it you can understand why it got dropped.. the rest of the set is much better however, and the addition of Joe Ellis and Martin Fierro on trumpet and sax respectively is amazing. I think you'll agree that the horns add a unique and lovely element to the arrangement on these songs. Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 9/21/73 - FridayLet Me Sing Your Blues Away ; Weather Report Suite Prelude > Weather Report Suite Part 1 > Let It Grow ; He's Gone > Truckin' > The Other One > Wharf Rat ; Row Jimmy ; Casey Jones (MISSING)Encore One More Saturday NightAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod040408.mp3Have a great week and thanks for listening!

This week a truly great show suggested by one of my wonderful listeners in honor of the passing of Martin Fierro - The Spectrum, September 21st, 1973. Although Martin doesn't play sax until the second set I couldn't bare to not play the entire show so we will get to his performance next week. This week, I hope you enjoy the wonderful and well-played first set, including such gems as "Here Comes Sunshine", and "Black Peter". Jerry and Keith in particular shine in this first set..... Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA Date 9/21/73 - Friday One Big Railroad Blues ; Me And My Uncle ; Brown Eyed Women ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Sugaree ; Big River ; Here Comes Sunshine ; El Paso ; Loose Lucy ; Jack Straw ; Black Peter ; Playing In The Band As always you can listen to this week's deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032808.mp3

Hello Friends! This week we'll listen to the conclusion of the Dead's show at Alpine Valley on August 8th, 1982. I think you'll really enjoy the wonderful Scarlet Begonias, the crazy drums with guest Zakir Hussein, as well as John Cipollina's guest guitar work on "The Other One", "Wharf Rat" and "Not Fade Away". Check out the crazy version of Satisfaction as well.. Whew! :) Just a note, my computer that I usually use to put together the show fried its motherboard this week - I had to use a different one to get the Deadpod together - if you notice any problems please let me know. Grateful DeadVenue Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI 8/8/82 - Sunday Scarlet Begonias [9:55] > Fire On The Mountain [13:48] > Estimated Prophet [14:27] > Jam (1) [3:27] > Drums [8:#02] > Space [4:14] > The Other One [6:51] > Not Fade Away [4:49] > Wharf Rat [9:01] > Good Lovin' [8:21]Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [7:15] > Brokedown Palace [5:05#]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032108.mp3Enjoy Spring! Thanks for listening and for your support!

This week we get a nice recording of a wonderful early 80's show - this one comes to us from Alpine Valley, August the 8th, 1982. This week we'll hear the first set (and the opener of the 2nd), next week we'll finish up the show.. I really enjoyed the Alabama Getaway openers of this period and this is no exception. I also think you'll like the Little Red Rooster, Looks Like Rain and Peggy-O in this first set for sure. Samson and Delilah close out the set in an unusual position for this song, but one that works well. There are a few flubs and recording problems - the Loser is cut at the beginning unfortunately - but nevertheless an enjoyable listen, I think.Grateful Dead Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI8/8/82 - Sunday One Alabama Getaway [4:47] > The Promised Land [4:27] ; They Love Each Other [8:18] ; Mama Tried [2:44] > Mexicali Blues [5:02] ; Loser [#4:33] ; Little Red Rooster [7:49] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:25] > Looks Like Rain [8:26] ; Peggy-O [7:06] ; Samson And Delilah [7:47]Two Far From MeYou can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod031408.mp3Be well friends and thanks for your support..

This week we'll listen to the remainder of the Dead's performance at Cal Expo, August 6th, 1989. The rest of this second set is a pleasure to listen to - highlighted by a wonderful 'Other One'. I've also been told that its a sure sign that the band enjoyed themselves when they encore with 'Johnny B. Goode' :) Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA 8/6/89 - SundaySamson And Delilah [6:27] % Ship Of Fools [7:29] ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [8:13] > Drums [8:49] > Space [7:33] > I Will Take You Home [3:53] > The Other One [9:13] > Wharf Rat [9:39] > Turn On Your Lovelight [6:08]Encore Johnny B. Goode [3:24] > And We Bid You Good Night [2:29]You can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod030708.mp3Thanks for your support, and have a great week!

This week I have an excellent show from 1989 for your listening pleasure - we'll be hearing the first part of August 6th, 1989 from Cal Expo. The show starts with a 'Let the Good Times Roll' that the band ends perfectly and rolls into 'Feel Like a Stranger' and then Franklin's Tower.. A very interesting and well played start to a wonderful show. I really enjoy this first part of the show - highlighted by Garcia's singing on Ramble on Rose and a great version of Birdsong. I've included the magnificent Scarlet->Fire that opens the 2nd set.. Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA8/6/89 - SundayOne Good Times [3:55] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:39] ~ Franklin's Tower [7:51] ; Walkin' Blues [6:09] ; Ramble On Rose [7:45] ; When I Paint My Masterpiece [5:04] % Bird Song [11:59]Two Scarlet Begonias [8:50] > Fire On The Mountain [12:37] As always you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022908.mp3Be well - enjoy - and Thanks for your support!!

This week I'd had a request for some '68 Dead, and just happened to have just gotten this remastered beauty. This is quite an amazing recording for a 40 year old show, even more amazing is how accomplished the band sounds when I think of how young they were. I think the power of this music, especially in the second set, is really amazing.. Grateful Dead Carousel Ballroom San Francisco, CADate 2/14/68 - Wednesday One Morning Dew [#6:24] % Good Morning Little Schoolgirl [#12:26] % Dark Star [#4:10] > China Cat Sunflower [4:06] > The Eleven [5:09] > Turn On Your Lovelight [9:01] ; (1) [0:05]Two (2) Cryptical Envelopment [1:42] > The Other One [3:06] > Cryptical Envelopment [3:58] > New Potato Caboose [8:37] > Born Cross-Eyed [2:46] > Spanish Jam [11:59]; [3:14]; Alligator [3:17] > Drums [2:27] > (3) Alligator [7:#56] > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [10:40] > Feedback [5:24]Encore (4) In The Midnight Hour [9:#51]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022208.mp3Thanks so much for your support during our pledge drive!! Hope you enjoy the show!

Hope all of you had a wonderful Valentine's Day! This week we'll finish listening to the conclusion of the fabulous show from 6/10/73, Washington D.C. The highlight of this week's show of course is the entire, unusual third set, featuring members of the Allman Brothers Band and Merle Saunders. This includes a smoking That's All Right, Mama and some huge guitar licks from Dicky Betts on Not Fade Away. Grateful DeadRFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - SundayWharf Rat [8:21] > Truckin' [7:01] ; Sugar Magnolia [9:18]Three [49:20] ; It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry [7:22] ; That's All Right, Mama [13:45] ; The Promised Land [4:07] ; Not Fade Away [11:08] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [11:11] > Drums [6:22] > Not Fade Away [3:40] ; Johnny B. Goode [2:35]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod021508.mp3I want to thank all of you who contributed to the Deadpod's pledge drive last week. I really appreciate your support! You can still contribute if you'd like - just click on the 'Contribute Now' button on the right side of the main blog page. I still have some premiums available - there are these *wonderful* live Ratdog shows:Aragon Ballroom Chicago IL 7/19/07Casino Ballroom Hampton Beach NH 10/27/07North Fork Theatre Westbury NY 10/31/07House of Blues Myrtle Beach SC 11/10/07Florida Theater Jacksonville FL 11/14/07I also have several copies of the new Donna Jean and the Tricksters cd.. Honestly I don't know if I'll have any of the new GD Road Trips V.2 cd - I'm waiting to receive these from Rhino.... THANKSHope you enjoy the show!

This week is a very special Deadpod, as it marks the start of our Winter pledge drive for our community radio station, KOPN 89.5 FM as well as for the Deadpod. Musically, we'll continue where we left off last week - we'll be listening to most of the second set from RFK Stadium, June 10th, 1973. This is truly classic Grateful Dead - Eyes of the World into Stella Blue, a Big River, Here Comes Sunshine and a great Dark Star are some of the highlights of this fantastic set.. In the second part of the Deadpod I talk to Gary McKinney, musician, and author of a new novel, Slipknot, a murder mystery whose main character, Sheriff Gavin Pruitt, is a Deadhead. The novel explores his philosophy -influcenced by the band of course, and a classic confrontation of self interest verses the environment.. Best of all I have ten copies of Slipknot to send out to anyone interested in reading this great novel who makes a contribution to the Deadpod of $20 or more. Just drop me a note and I'll gladly send you a copy - this is a really fun read and I know you'll enjoy it.. (You can find Slipknot on Amazon.com or at http://Kearneystreetbooks.com)Other premiums for this drive include five copies of Donna Jean and the Tricksters new cd, and five concert CDs from Ratdog's summer tour.. I'm also hoping to get at least five copies of the brand new GD cd, Road Trips vol. 2 which features performances from the fall of 1977. If you're interested in these as a premium for your contribution of $50 or more just drop me a note and I'll let you know what I have available.. I really count on and value your contributions and want to thank you in advance for your consideration and your support.. Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - SundayTwo: Eyes Of The World [21:17] > Stella Blue [8:10] ; Big River [4:#03] ; Here Comes Sunshine [10:32] ; Around And Around [4:59] ; Dark Star [25:43] > He's Gone [14:07As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020808.mp3I hope you enjoy the show..... be well friends!

This week we have a new release of a classic Dead show, this one from the start of the summer of 1973. This week we'll listen to the first set, which as you can see from the setlist below contains plenty of surprises for a first set! Besides the very unusual opening Morning Dew, it contains the last version of 'Wave that Flag' before this song morphs into US Blues. I think you'll agree that Garcia is in fine voice on this show and I'm confident you'll enjoy yourself as you listen! Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - SundayOne Morning Dew [11:10] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:11] ; Ramble On Rose [6:24] ; Jack Straw [3:43] ; Wave That Flag [5:37] ; Looks Like Rain [7:29] ; Box Of Rain [4:58] ; They Love Each Other [4:37] ; The Race Is On [2:56] ; Row Jimmy [9:07] ; El Paso [4:22] ; Bird Song [11:58] ; Playing In The Band [17:04]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020108.mp3

This week we'll listen to the second set from the first of the fine 'From Egypt with Love' concerts - October 17th, 1978. A wonderfully well played set - I really enjoy the space, actually and of course, Jerry's "If I Had the World to Give".. EnjoyGrateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/17/78 - TuesdayScarlet Begonias [9:35] > Fire On The Mountain [10:50] ; Estimated Prophet [11:45] > Eyes Of The World [13:#37] > Drums [11:52] > Space [8:49] > If I Had The World To Give [7:07] > Around And Around [9:10]Encore U.S. Blues [4:46#]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod012508.mp3Be well and thanks for your support!!

Hello again Friends!! This week I have a wonderful show from 1970 to share with you.. its full of energy and life and you can just feel how happy the boys are to be playing on this one.. I especially enjoy the Mason's Children->Black Peter... just check out Jerry's singing on this one!!! Here's the setlist:Grateful Dead Golden Hall - San Diego Community Concourse San Diego, CA Date 1/10/70 - SaturdayOne [85:55 +] [0:59 "Clear the fuckin aisles"] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:02] > Jam [3:10] > I Know You Rider [4:23] ; [2:10] ; Me And My Uncle [3:11] ; [0:18] ; Dire Wolf [4:16] ; [0:55] ; Hard To Handle [5:13] ; [0:12] % Casey Jones [4:20] ; [0:15] ; Mason's Children [4:25] > Black Peter [9:06] ; [0:06] % Good Lovin' [1:51] > Drums [3:26] > Good Lovin' [4:03] ; [0:13] ; Cold Rain And Snow [5:08] ; [0:34] ; Turn On Your Lovelight [25:37] ; As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod011108.mp3Thanks so much for your comments, your support, and your love of this music which makes doing this podcast such a joy :)

Happy New Year everyone! While I was looking through the collection for some requested music from Reconstruction, I came across this gem which I thought I should share with you as the first show of the new year.. This comes to us from 1975, and I really enjoy the sound on this even though it *is* an audience front of board recording.. I hope you enjoy it too....Legion of Mary, 5/22/1975 Keystone, Berkeley CAset one: Tore Up Over You, Little Sunflower, I Feel Like Dynamite, Every Word You Say, Mystery Trainset two: He Ain't Give You None, Boogie On Reggae Woman, When I Die, Going, Going Gone, (I'm A) Road RunnerAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod010408.mp3I hope you enjoy it and as always thanks for your support!!

Another year has come and gone, and I just want to thank all of you for listening and picking up the Deadpod and of course for your kind support.. This week, a nice second set from a 1982 post-Christmas show, that I hope you enjoy.. I especially enjoyed the Scarlett->Fire ;)Grateful Dead Oakland Auditorium Oakland, CA 12/27/82 - MondayScarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain > Playing In The Band > Drums > Space > The Wheel > The Other One > Black Peter > Sugar MagnoliaEncore U.S. BluesAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122807.mp3

This week a Christmas time show in its entirety for your enjoyment.. This show features a well played first set highlighted perhaps by Phil's "Tom Thumb" and a great Bird Song.. The second set features a wonderful Iko, Iko to open (with Clarence Clemmons on sax) leading into a great Playin'->Crazy Fingers->Uncle John's Band.. The double encore is also quite satisfying. Grateful Dead Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA12/27/89 - Wednesday One Cold Rain And Snow [5:52] ; Greatest Story Ever Told [4:06] ; Never Trust A Woman [5:54] ; Althea [6:58] ; Me And My Uncle [3:01] > Big River [4:41] ; Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues [4:11] % Bird Song [12:45] ; The Promised Land [4:19]Two Iko Iko [7:43] ; Playing In The Band [13:11] > Crazy Fingers [8:22] > Uncle John's Band [8:40] > Drums [11:#05] > Space [8:20] > The Wheel [5:01] > I Need A Miracle [3:49] > Morning Dew [11:41]Encore Johnny B. Goode [3:49] ; Black Muddy River [5:55]I hope you enjoy the two and a half hour podcast this week... I'll try to bring you at least one of these complete shows every month, depending on the state of the disk usage on the deadpod ;) As always you can hear the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod121407.mp3Enjoy and be well friends.. as always thanks for your support!

This week I'm playing a really interesting show from May 7th, 1984 from the Hult Center in Eugene Oregon. There's a lot of wonderful Brent and Phil in this recording .. so watch the volume and save your ears! :) Grateful DeadSilva Hall, Hult Center, Eugene, OR 05/07/1984China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; Estimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Drums > Space > The Wheel > Throwing Stones > Not Fade AwayEncore It's All Over Now, Baby BlueAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod113007.mp3I hope you enjoy the show, and as always thank so much for your support and your comments..

This week we will finish listening to the 2nd set of the Grateful Dead's historic 10/16/74 performance at Winterland in San Francisco. This is a very jamming, almost experimental piece of music as the band really explores some different spaces, especially on songs like Eyes of the World. I hope you'll enjoy it..Grateful Dead WinterlandSan Francisco, CA 10/16/74 Wharf Rat > Space >Eyes Of The World; Big River; Ship Of Fools ; Truckin' >GDTRFB> Uncle John's Band ;Johnny B. GoodeEncore U.S. BluesAs always you can hear this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod111607.mp3I'm thankful for your support and hope you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving..

This week a new soundboard release of the first of the five "retirement" shows from the Winterland from October of 1974. These justly famous shows were of course immortalized on "The Grateful Dead Movie" but deserve to be enjoyed individually as much as possible. Phil's spectacular playing more than makes up for Donna's occasional off-key wailing ;).Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/16/74 - WednesdayMexicali Blues ; It Must Have Been The Roses ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Scarlet Begonias ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Tennessee Jed ; Cumberland Blues ; Playing In The BandThis segment is what exists in soundboard format of the first set. I am very glad you enjoyed last week's complete show. I'll do it again - but am not sure that I could do so every week.. but keep your eyes open we'll do it again soon! As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod110907.mp3

This week I'm trying something crazy - this week's Deadpod is an entire, complete show from 1976. This is a *huge* file folks, and I hope that you are all able to listen to this and enjoy this really unique show. I'm doing this as a favor to one of the friends of the Deadpod who is running in this weekend's NYC Marathon, and hoped to get to hear a complete show. I've also had requests for a mid-70s show and a 'help->slip->Franklin's'.. well this show has an epic Franklin's so I really hope that all of you have the time and bandwidth to hear it all.. Thanks for your understanding and we'll see how this one goes - I couldn't possibly post something this large every week, but what the hell, let's see how it goes!! And Best of luck to you David, and anyone else in the Marathon! Grateful DeadVenue Community War Memorial Auditorium Rochester, NYDate 9/27/76 - Monday One The Promised Land [3:58] % They Love Each Other [6:53] % El Paso [3:59] % Deal [4:32] % Looks Like Rain [7:48] % Row Jimmy [9:33] % It's All Over Now [5:28] % Loser [7:39] % Lazy Lightnin' [2:42] > Supplication [5:03] % Brown Eyed Women [4:35] % The Music Never Stopped [6:11]Two Might As Well [5:59] % Samson And Delilah [6:38] % Help On The Way [4:54] > Slipknot! [7:33] > Drums [5:50] > The Other One [9:55] > Wharf Rat [10:39] > Slipknot! [2:21] > Franklin's Tower [17:32] > Around And Around [7:01]Encore U.S. Blues [5:43]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod110207.mp3

This week we continue with this marvelous show from May 25th, 1972 in London. We get the last two songs of the first set - including a great Brokedown Palace, then we get what exists of the second set. I'm a sucker for a great Pigpen tune and Chinatown Shuffle sure sounds good to me... Lucky for all of us there's a fabulous Uncle John's->Wharf Rat->Dark Star that survived in tact.. I also wanted to thank everyone once again who contributed to the fall pledge drive.. You folks are SO great! thanks so much! Grateful Dead Strand Lyceum London, EnglandDate 5/25/72 - Thursdayfrom set one: Brokedown Palace ; Casey JonesTwo Me And My Uncle ; Big Railroad Blues [3:25] ; Chinatown Shuffle [2:37] ; Ramble On Rose [6:16] ; Uncle John's Band [8:00] > Jam [1:50] > Wharf Rat [9:#45] > Dark Star [29:#59] > Sugar Magnolia [7:33]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod102607.mp3

t's not every week that I'm able to bring you such a classic yet unreleased show - this is from the justly famous Eurpoean tour of 1972 - from the Strand Lyceum in London England this is a tape that has just found the light of day. I think its an appropriate way to thank all of you who contributed to the show during the recent pledge drive. I can't thank you enough for your support..If you would like to support the Deadpod - just click on the 'make a donation' button on the right hand side of the blog.. Grateful Dead Strand Lyceum London, England5/25/72 - Thursday One The Promised Land ; Brown Eyed Women ; Big Boss Man ; Black Throated Wind ; Tennessee Jed ; Mr. Charlie ; Jack Straw ; China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Good Lovin' ; Playing In The Band As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod101907.mp3Again thanks for your support... and enjoy !

This week we'll hear the remainder of the great show from June 26th, 1984 from the Merriweather Post Pavilion. This set shows us the great interplay of light and dark in the Dead's music - songs I really love like Don't Need Love, He's Gone and Stella Blue are interspersed with rocking numbers like Wang Dang Doodle, Good Lovin' and Around and Around. There's even a 'Day Job' encore - it had been long enough that I'd heard one of these that I enjoyed it ;) I hope you'll enjoy this great set too.. I also want to sincerely thank those of you who've contributed during our Fall fundraising drive. It's not too late to join with these great friends who've contributed to keep the Deadpod coming each week - just click on the 'contribute now' button on the right hand side of the blog... I'm also working on getting more copies of Three from the Vault for those of you who contribute $50 or more and let me know you'd like a copy! Thanks SO much !!! Grateful Dead Merriweather Post Pavilion Columbia, MD 6/26/84 - TuesdayHe's Gone [17:18] > Drums [7:41#] > Space [5:28] > Don't Need Love [7:30] > Space [0:37] > Truckin' [7:23] > Wang Dang Doodle [3:25] > Stella Blue [9:19] > Around And Around [3:41] > Good Lovin' [7:#00]Encore Keep Your Day Job [4:14]As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod101207.mp3

This week a rockin' show from 1984 - a year not usually featured on the deadpod but certainly this is a fine example of some classic Dead! I'm sure you'll enjoy the Feel Like a Stranger Althea combo!!Also this week marks the start of KOPN's fall membership drive. This is when I have to ask you for your support to keep the Deadpod coming every week. I would so appreciate it if you could see to click the 'contribute now' button on the right hand of the home page and contribute some money to keep the Deadpod and KOPN on the air. We can't do this without your generous support!! ALSO - I have some copies of the fabulous new release - Three from the Vault to send to you as a thank you gift for anyone who contributes $50 or more.. But any amount is a huge help!!! Thanks for your consideration.. Grateful Dead Merriweather Post Pavilion Columbia, MD6/26/84 - TuesdayOne Casey Jones [5:59] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:32] ; Althea [8:00] ; Cassidy [6:08] ; Tennessee Jed [7:58] > Looks Like Rain [6:32#] > Might As Well [4:47]Two China Cat Sunflower [7:17] > I Know You Rider [5:39] ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:27] As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod100507.mp3

It took me a bit to decide what to bring you this week, but after I ran across this show I knew it was the right choice.. This is one of those classic live Dead sets from 1969, this one comes from Boulder CO, April 13th. It features everything you\'d expect - great Pigpen raps, wild, far-out jamming and some magnificent moments from Garcia - most notably on the Dark Star and the Eleven. Personally, I\'m always blown away by a really well-played and heartfelt Death Don\'t Have No Mercy - it ends the set I\'m bringing you this week. I hope you enjoy it... (note there are some anomalies - Lovelight cuts early, Doin\' that Rag is cut at the start and the Dark Star has a splice.. still I think the outstanding quality more than makes up for them.... )Grateful Dead Ballroom - University of Colorado Boulder, CODate 4/13/69 - Sunday One [1:45:18 +] Turn On Your Love Light [24:55#] % Doin\' That Rag [#4:18] ; [0:45] ; Good Morning Little Schoolgirl [8:09] ; [1:05] ; Morning Dew [11:02] [0:14] % Dark Star [24:01] > St. Stephen [7:50] > The Eleven [13:02] > Death Don\'t Have No Mercy [9:55] As always you can listen to this week\'s Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod092807.mp3

This week I decided to bring you this gem from the spring tour of 1991. The highlights include the long leisurely Birdsong, a truly great Victim which goes into a nice Scarlet->Fire. Coming out of the Fire, an unexpected and delightful stir it up jam.. I hope you enjoy the Band's interplay on this and the space that follows.. Grateful Dead - March 21, 1991Capital Centre - Landover, MDfrom set one: Bird SongTwo Victim Or The Crime ; Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain ; Stir It Up ; Drums > Space > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad //Encore Box Of RainAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod092107.mp3Be well friends.. :)

Hello Friends.. I'm still recovering - set back a bit with an infection that's not wanting to cooperate but I'm still going to bring you the rest of this excellent show from 1973.. Hope you enjoy it! Grateful Dead Cincinnati Gardens Cincinnati, OH12/4/73 - TuesdayTruckin' > Stella Blue ; Around And AroundTwo Eyes Of The World > Sugar Magnolia > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > Casey JonesEncore One More Saturday NightAs always you can listen to the Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod091407.mp3Thanks for all you good wishes and thoughts.... enjoy..

First off a sincere thank you to all of you who passed along your warm and kind get well wishes to me this week. I was in the hospital because I had an aneurysm in my leg that blocked the blood flow pretty completely. They did a vein graft in there and while I'm still pretty gimpy, at least I'm not in the hospital so I'm thankful for that. I wanted to get a show up this week, and I think you'll enjoy this one, which was just recently released in a complete form...Grateful Dead Cincinnati Gardens Cincinnati, OHDate 12/4/73 - Tuesday One Johnny B. Goode ; Sugaree ; Me And My Uncle ; China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; El Paso ; Deal ; Big River ; Tennessee Jed ;As always you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod090707.mp3Thanks for your support, friends....