The Deadpod

Dead Show/podcast for 6/12/09

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 21:52:00 GMT

This week another listener request - this time for a show from the summer tour of 1985 - and that immediately brought this show to mind. Uneven, like most shows from that tour, flashes of brilliance that certainly makes listening worthwhile - I hope you agree!

This week the first set:
6/25/85 - Grateful Dead
Blossom Music Center
Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Day Tripper ->
West L.A. Fadeaway
C C Rider
Dire Wolf
Beat It On Down The Line
Row Jimmy
Me And My Uncle ->
Big River
Big Railroad Blues
Jack Straw ->
Might As Well

Aside from the dreadful Day Tripper, I think the rest of this is quite enjoyable!! Hope you enjoy it too..

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod061209.mp3

thanks for listening and for your support..

Dead Show/podcast for 06/05/09

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 17:57:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of hearing the second set of the Jerry Band from the Greek, with Bonnie Raitt sitting in on 2 numbers, from 8/30/87...

I'll Take A Melody, Think, Knockin' On Heaven's Door, And It Stoned Me, That Lucky Ol' Sun,
Midnight Moonlight.

Hope you enjoy it...
you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:

http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod060509.mp3

Thanks for your support, we couldn't do the Deadpod without it..

Dead Show/podcast for 05/29/09

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 17:53:00 GMT

Wow, this week we're lucky enough to listen to a real find, courtesy of Jamie Waddell, who claims to have been turned on to this amongst a box of tapes turned on to him at a yard sale of all places...
this is a really nice JGB show from 1987, and while the first song (both this week and next) come from an audience patch, the rest is very high quality soundboard.
I know you're going to enjoy this one if you a fan of the big guy.. :)

Jerry Garcia Band
Greek Theatre - Berkeley, CA
August 30, 1987
Set 1
Tuning
Cats Down Under The Stars
Mission In The Rain
crowd
Stop That Train
Dear Prudence
Evangeline
I Shall Be Released
My Sisters And Brothers
Tangled Up In Blue

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod052909.mp3

Thanks as always for your kind support that makes the Deadpod possible!!

Dead Show/podcast for 05/22/09

Wed, 27 May 2009 15:22:00 GMT

Happy Memorial Day Weekend Friends!
I hope you're ready for a wild ride, because this week's Deadpod is ready to roll!
When I listen to this the pure genius and virtuosity of Garcia floods my mind.. especially in the insanely beautiful jam into and out of the Eleven....

I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did, when I was out walking through the beautiful woods of Michigan this week listening to it!

Grateful Dead - April 23, 1969
The Ark - Boston, MA
Set 2:
Morning Dew
Hard To Handle
Doin' That Rag
Alligator ->
Drums ->
Jam ->
The Eleven ->
Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) ->
Feedback ->
And We Bid You Good Night

Not Fade Away tease
It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod052209.mp3

My thanks for your support!!! Please have a safe and very pleasant holiday weekend!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/15/09

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:18:00 GMT

I receive quite a few requests for shows to play on the Deadpod - and unfortunately can't publish all of them, but I've had a few requests recently for some "primal" Dead. Coinciding with this request was the release of a new version of the classic show we're going to start to listen to this week, without one of the brutal cuts that plagued all earlier versions, from master collector Charlie Miller, so it seemed to me that the fates were telling me to bring this show to you.. I'm certain you'll enjoy this - the band just *smokes* on this one, my friends..

	Grateful Dead
Venue	The Ark
Location	Boston, MA
Date 4/23/69 - Wednesday

Set 1:
Introduction
He Was A Friend Of Mine
Dark Star ->
St. Stephen ->
It's A Sin ->
St. Stephen ->
Cryptical Envelopment ->
Drums ->
The Other One ->
Cryptical Envelopment ->
Sittin' On Top Of The World ->
Turn On Your Lovelightt. Stephen ->
It's A Sin ->
St. Stephen ->
Cryptical Envelopment ->
Drums ->
The Other One ->
Cryptical Envelopment ->
Sittin' On Top Of The World ->
Turn On Your Lovelight

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod051509.mp3

As always, thanks so much for your kind comments as well as your monetary support of the Deadpod - you're the BEST!

Dead Show/podcast for 5/8/09

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:17:00 GMT

Hello friends -
this week we get to hear the second set of this great 1973 show from the Kiel Auditorium in St. Louis, Oct. 29th, 1973.
I love these '73 shows and I am sure you'll love hearing the Brokedown Palace right in the middle of set 2, as well as the wonderful Truckin'->Drums->Other One->Wharf Rat! Whew!

	Grateful Dead
Venue	Kiel Auditorium
Location	St. Louis, MO
Date	10/29/73 - Monday

Two	The Promised Land [#2:50] > Bertha [6:08] > Greatest Story Ever Told [4:10] ; Dead Air [0:06] % Loser [4:55] % Dead Air [0:09] ; Big River [5:25] ; Dead Air [2:35] ; Brokedown Palace [5:49] ; Dead Air [0:05] % Dead Air [0:10] ; Truckin' [7:09] > Jam [9:20] ; Drums [2:26] > The Other One [22:33] > Wharf Rat [10:25] > Sugar Magnolia [8:41]

Have a great week my friends and thanks as always for your kind support..

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod050809.mp3

Dead Show/podcast for 05/01/09

Fri, 1 May 2009 12:28:00 GMT

This time in May is one of my favorite times of the year - not only is it usually beautiful outside, but it marks so many wonderful memories.. of course in Louisville it marks the Kentucky Derby - and I always like to play this old chestnut the weekend of the Derby so I'm honoring that tradition this year by bringing you this wonderful show from 1973...

Grateful Dead
Venue	Kiel Auditorium
Location	St. Louis, MO
Date	10/29/73 - Monday
One	Cold Rain And Snow ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Brown Eyed Women ; Mexicali Blues ; Don't Ease Me In ; Black Throated Wind ; Tennessee Jed ; The Race Is On ; Row Jimmy ; El Paso ; Eyes Of The World > China Doll ; Around And Around

I love this period in GD history and I hope you enjoy this week's show - I'll play the second set next week!

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod050109.mp3

Thanks as always for your support and be well my friends.

Dead show/podcast for 4/24/09

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 18:43:00 GMT

This week we can have the the pleasure of hearing the second set from this marvelous show from the spring of 1977, April 27th from the Capitol Theater in Passaic N.J. This is a great, classic 77 setlist, including a Scarlet->Fire, Good Lovin', Terrapin and a Morning Dew! I'm sure you'll enjoy this one...it goes GREAT with the spring weather! Grateful Dead 4/27/77 Capitol Theater, Passaic, NJ source: FM reel master taped by Jerry MooreTwo Estimated Prophet [8:15] ; Scarlet Begonias [8:36] > Fire On The Mountain [7:27] > Good Lovin' [5:11] ; Ramble On Rose [6:57] ; Samson And Delilah [6:55] ; Terrapin Station [10:26] > Morning Dew [12:38] Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:05] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod042409.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 4/17/09

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:14:00 GMT

Ah they say in spring a young man's thoughts turn to .. well I guess I'm not that young.. my thoughts turn to the famous spring of '77 tour...
This week we have the pleasure of listening to a newly released copy of a well known show from that spring, this comes to us from the Capitol Theater in Passaic NJ, compliments of well-known taper Jerry Moore...

Grateful Dead
Venue	Capitol Theatre
Location	Passaic, NJ
Date	4/27/77 - Wednesday
One	The Promised Land [4:06] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:41] ; Looks Like Rain [8:10] ; Sugaree [12:06] ; El Paso [4:39] ; Row Jimmy [9:17] ; New Minglewood Blues [4:53] ; Loser [8:08] ; The Music Never Stopped [6:55]

I never tire of hearing how tight and aware the band was during this time, and I hope you enjoy this week's show...

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041709.mp3

As always thanks so much for your support!!

Dead show/podcast for 4/10/09

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:13:00 GMT

This week we will hear the second set from this first appearance of Vince Welnick with the Grateful Dead, 9/7/90, at the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield Ohio.. This set features some finely played jams - I'm particulary fond of the Crazy Fingers->Playin' In the Band, and I've always loved the Black Peter..
I hope you enjoy this fine example of 'later day' Dead ...

Grateful Dead - September 7, 1990
Richfield Coliseum - Richfield, OH
set 2:
Tuning
China Cat Sunflower ->
I Know You Rider
Truckin' ->
Crazy Fingers ->
Playing In The Band ->
Drums ->
Space ->
I Need A Miracle ->
Black Peter ->
Turn On Your Lovelight

Knockin' On Heaven's Door

You can hear this week's deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041009.mp3

Thanks so much for listening and for your support!!!

Dead show/podcast for 4/3/09

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 02:12:00 GMT

Hello Friends - this week I decided to bring you a historic show - this marked the first time Vince Welnick played with the band. The show itself is quite well-played, the band still had the energy that marked most of the year 1990. While I know Vince isn't everyone's cup of tea, I still think there's plenty to like in this set, and hope you'll enjoy this first set this week, and the second, next week..

Grateful Dead - September 7, 1990
Richfield Coliseum - Richfield, OH
set 1: Cold Rain & Snow ->
Walkin' Blues
Ramble On Rose
Me And My Uncle ->
Big River
Althea
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Bird Song
Picasso Moon
U.S. Blues
You can listen to this week's deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod040309.mp3

I'm in the process of moving my family to our new home in Michigan this week (finally!!) so I hope there aren't any problems with the podcast - if there are I may not be around to fix them for a few days, so I ask for your patience in advance.. thank you :)

Dead Show/podcast for 03/27/09

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:14:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of hearing set 2 from September 18th, 1982 at the Boston Garden. The set opens with an inspired 'Samson & Delilah' - followed by a marvelous Uncle John's ->Playin' .. I really enjoy Brent's keyboard in the Uncle John's.. then there is one of the first 'Throwin' Stones '.. out of and into space.. the Baby Blue encore is Jerry at his best..

Grateful Dead Boston Garden Boston, MA
Date 9/18/82 - Saturday

Samson And Delilah [6:46] ; Uncle John's Band [9:51] > Playing In The Band [9:30] > Drums [6:41] > Space [4:06] > Throwing Stones [6:09] > Space [1:05] > The Wheel [4:57] > Truckin' [7:42] > Wharf Rat [8:39] > Around And Around [4:00] > One More Saturday Night [4:31] Encore: It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

I hope you enjoy this .. thanks so much for picking us up and for your support!!

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032709.mp3

Dead Show/podcast for 03/13/09

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:43:00 GMT

And this week... one of the paradigmatic Dark Stars.... a truly historic piece of primal Dead - the performance captured here marks a truly momentous moment in GD history.. there's no sense in trying to capture it in words, let your mind experience it...

Grateful Dead
Fillmore East New York, NY 2/13/70b - Friday
Dark Star [29:21] > Cryptical Envelopment [1:56] > Drums [7:36] > The Other One [13:48] > Cryptical Envelopment [6:38] > Turn On Your Lovelight [30:12]
Encore [0:56] ; And We Bid You Good Night [2:19#]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod031309.mp3

I want to thank each of you for listening and making the task of bringing you the Deadpod each week one of the joys of my life..
thanks for your support!!

Dead Show/podcast for 03/20/09

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:42:00 GMT

Time for something a little different, here's a show I've wanted to play for some time, a really solid show that features Jerry in fine voice and the band playing tightly.. I especially enjoy the Jack Straw->Sugaree opener and the West LA in the first set, Bobby announces it's Brent's birthday (which its not).. but Brent does close the set with a fine 'Far From Me'....

Please note: I understand that I had a misplaced song in the original podcast - my appologies - if you downloaded the first version you may need to re-download the corrected one..

Grateful Dead Boston Garden Boston, MA
Date 9/18/82 - Saturday
One Jack Straw [5:03] > Sugaree [11:43] ; Mama Tried [2:31] > Mexicali Blues [4:49] ; West L.A. Fadeaway [7:56] ; Little Red Rooster [7:33] ; Dupree's Diamond Blues [5:49] ; Cassidy [6:02] ; Far From Me [4:15]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032009.mp3

As always, thanks so much for listening and for your support!!

Dead show/podcast for 03/06/09

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 23:05:00 GMT

This week on the Deadpod - more of this historic performance from February 13th, 1970 at the Fillmore East. This week we get to hear the wonderful late show electric set 1, with a fine China->Rider, Dire Wolf and Smokestack Lightnin.. then the famous Acoustic set, part of which was featured on the History of the Grateful Dead Vol. 1 Bear's Choice release.. Monkey and the Engineer and Katie Mae are favorites of mine..

Grateful Dead
Fillmore East New York, NY 2/13/70b - Friday
One [2:48:09 +] [1:15 Intro by Robert Hunter] ; China Cat Sunflower [2:53] > Jam [2:07] > I Know You Rider [4:13] ; [0:53] ; Me And My Uncle [3:10] ; [1:07] ; Dire Wolf [3:58] ; [0:59] ; Smokestack Lightnin' [18:00] ; [5:22] ; Monkey And The Engineer [1:37] ; [0:53] ; Little Sadie [2:45] ; [0:15] ; Wake Up Little Susie [2:36] > Black Peter [7:20] ; Uncle John's Band [6:50#] ; [3:12] ; Katie Mae [3:57] ; [2:54]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod030609.mp3

I want to thank you all SO much for your support during the fund drive!!
You are the BEST!
I also want to welcome a sponsor to the Deadpod: George's Music.. on the web
at: http://georgesmusiconline.com

Dead show/podcast for 02/27/09

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:47:00 GMT

First off a big Thank you to all of you who were able to contribute to the Deadpod!
I'm really honored that you enjoy the shows enough to help financially - thanks so much!!

This week we're blessed with a new release of a complete recording of one of the favorite shows in GD history - this comes to us from February 13th, 1970 at the Fillmore East in New York City, NY. This new release is the complete show, which we'll be hearing over the next couple of weeks. This week we'll hear the early show....

Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY
Date 2/13/70a - Friday
One [50:48 +] Cold Rain And Snow [5:27] ; [1:03] ; Beat It On Down The Line [2:01] ; [0:27] ; Good Lovin' [1:41] > Drums [2:04] > Good Lovin' [4:41] % [0:33] ; Mama Tried [2:31] > Black Peter [9:12] ; [1:50] ; Hard To Handle [6:12] % Saint Stephen [6:35] > Not Fade Away [9:02]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022709.mp3

Be well friends, and thanks for picking us up!

Dead show/podcast for 02/20/09

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 11:10:00 GMT

This week we get to hear the second set of this incredible Jerry Band show from 1988 - this set features a simply wonderful 'Waiting for a Miracle', 'Don't Let Go' always a favorite, and 'Tangled Up In Blue'... you can't go wrong with this music, that's for sure..

Jerry Garcia Band
11/26/88
Wiltern Theater
Los Angeles, CA
Set 2
01 //The Harder They Come (first note missing)
02 Waiting For A Miracle
03 Evangeline
04 Don't Let Go//
05 My Sisters And Brothers
06 That Lucky Old Sun
07 Tangled Up In Blue

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022009.mp3

Enjoy and be well my friends!!

Dead Show/podcast for 2/13/09

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:12:00 GMT

For whatever reason I felt like bringing some Jerry Band out this week - this is an especially lovely recording of a fine show from 1988.. we'll listen to the first set this week, which includes a great 'Cats Under the Stars', and one of my favorites, a really soulful 'And It Stoned Me'..

Jerry Garcia Band
11/26/88
Wiltern Theater
Los Angeles, CA

Source: SBD > Cassette Master > DAT > CDR > WAV > SHNv3

Set 1
01 Cats Under The Stars
02 Forever Young
03 Someday Baby
04 Mississippi Moon
05 Dear Prudence
06 And It Stoned Me
07 How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You

you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod021309.mp3

It's also that time of year when I need to ask you to consider making a small contribution to the Deadpod to help keep us bringing you the music every week - if you'd consider clicking the 'Make A Donation' button on the right hand side of the page I'd greatly appreciate it!

Be well and have a LUCKY friday the 13th!!!

Dead show/podcast for 02/06/09

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 12:06:00 GMT

Hello !!
This week we have the pleasure of sharing the second set from this great 1981 show.. it starts off with a fabulous Shakedown, and contains lots of my personal favorites.. I just really enjoy this setlist and I think Jerry and the boys are performing this at a real high level.. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do....

Grateful Dead Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC
4/30/81 - Thursday
Two Shakedown Street [11:56] > Samson And Delilah [7:47] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [7:09] ; Estimated Prophet [11:58] > Eyes Of The World [7:49] > Drums [10:22] > Space [3:05] > Truckin' [8:24] > Black Peter [9:48] > Around And Around [3:59] > Johnny B. Goode [3:58]
Encore Casey Jones [5:39]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020609.mp3

Thanks for picking us up!!! Have a WONDERFUL week!

Dead show/podcast for 01/30/09

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:43:00 GMT

This week I have a real high energy set to fight off those winter doldrums..
this comes to us from 4/30/81 - Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro NC.. I really enjoy the sound of this show and think you will too - the Alabama Getaway is especially hot!

Grateful Dead Greensboro Coliseum Greensboro, NC
4/30/81 - Thursday
One Jack Straw [5:17] ; Peggy-O [6:24] > C C Rider [7:56] ; Alabama Getaway [4:49] > Greatest Story Ever Told [3:46] ; Loser [6:53] ; Looks Like Rain [7:47] ; China Cat Sunflower [6:14] > I Know You Rider [5:27]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod013009.mp3

thanks to all of you who've sent me good wishes - I really appreciate it..

be well and enjoy the show!

Dead show/podcast for 01/23/09

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 02:59:00 GMT

Hello Friends!!
Despite my general state of confusion and uncertainty following my move I decided to share some Grateful Dead music in which I found some comfort this last week..
Not surprisingly, its from 1973 - its not a complete show, but nevertheless I so enjoy the way the band listened to each other and interacted that year that I decided to bring it to you this week.. I think you'll really enjoy the China Doll, Truckin'->Nobody's Fault->Eyes segment in particular...

Grateful Dead Pittsburgh Civic Arena Pittsburgh, PA 9/24/73 - Monday

Partial 1st Set: Loose Lucy [6:47] ; Looks Like Rain [7:21] ; Row Jimmy ; Big River [4:35]
Partial 2nd Set: Merry-Go-Round Broke Down ->Greatest Story Ever Told [5:09] ; China Doll [5:41] ; Truckin' [9:02] > Nobody's Fault But Mine* [3:20] > Jam [0:58] > Eyes Of The World [13:34]+
+ = with Martin Fierro and Joe Ellis on horns
* = first Nobody's Fault since 7/17/66 [799 shows]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod012309.mp3

thanks so much for being here and for your support - not sure what I would do without the Deadpod!!

Dead show/podcast for 1/16/09

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:03:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of listening to the 2nd, electric set of this wonderful show from July 14th, 1970 at the Euphoria Ballroom in San Rafael CA.

Despite a few flaws (amazingly few I think for a show that happened over 38 years ago :) I think you'll enjoy this fine set. I always treasure a good 'Easy Wind' and the Cryptical->Other One->Cryptical is wild, young Dead at its best..then we get a Cosmic Charlie!

Grateful Dead
Euphoria Ballroom San Rafael, CA
Date 7/14/70 - Tuesday
Casey Jones [4:28] ; [0:08] % [0:14] El Paso [5:38] ; [0:28] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:30] > Jam [2:29] > I Know You Rider [4:22] ; [0:09] % Easy Wind [#2:40] ; [0:09] % [0:04] Me And My Uncle [3:26] ; [0:04] ; Cryptical Envelopment [2:01] > Drums [7:04] > The Other One [10:12] > Cryptical Envelopment [5:18] > Cosmic Charlie [7:58] ; [0:13] % [0:04] ; Drums [0:52] > Good Lovin' [1:54] > Drums [0:08] > Good Lovin'[3:#23] > Uncle John's Band [7:20] ; [0:04]

On a personal note, this marks the last Deadpod to come to you from my home for the last 28 years, Columbia Missouri. I am relocating to Lansing Michigan this week, and so there may be a week or two sabbatical as I try to get oriented to my new surroundings. This means saying good-bye to my good friends at KOPN, 89.5 FM. While I have some hopes of continuing our relationship, I want everyone there to know how much I love them and thank them for all their support over the years!
I do hope to continue broadcasting the Deadpod from Michigan, thanks to the kind support of my wonderful listeners.. thanks so much!

Dead show/podcast for 1/9/09

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 19:34:00 GMT

Hello Friends!
This week we have the pleasure of listening to a newly released version of a classic 1970 Dead show - this one is from the Euphoria Ballroom, San Rafael CA, 7/14/70..
We'll listen to the first set this week, then the 'electric' set next week....
note that the last two songs in this set, New Speedway Boogie and Cumberland Blues, supposedly feature David Crosby on 12 string.. also note that the first song, Don't Ease Me In, is from an audience source with degraded sound.. sorry, but felt it was best to leave it in..

Grateful Dead
Euphoria Ballroom San Rafael, CA
Date 7/14/70 - Tuesday
One [53:10 +] Don't Ease Me In [2:59] ; [0:05] % Friend Of The Devil [3:28] ; [2:00] ; Dire Wolf [3:56] ; [0:10] % [3:32 Intro etc.] ; Dark Hollow [3:02] ; [0:04] % Candyman [#4:42] % [0:08] ; Black Peter [6:38] % [0:04] ; How Long Blues [3:07] ; [0:12] % [0:07] ; Deep Elem Blues [3:17] % [0:04] % Cumberland Blues [5:30] % New Speedway Boogie [9:04]

You can download the deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod010909.mp3

Thanks so much for your support.... Enjoy!

Dead show/podcast for 12/26/08

Fri, 2 Jan 2009 13:35:00 GMT

I do hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! The band often played very good runs up to the famous New Year's Eve shows - often these shows would be better than the NYE show itself. This week I decided to bring you one of these 'NYE' run shows, this one from 1990. Bruce Hornsby is with the band and does a wonderful Valley Road to end this first set. I'll bring you the second set next week - I hope you enjoy it..

Grateful Dead Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA 12/30/90 - Sunday
One Bertha ; Feel Like A Stranger ; Candyman ; Me And My Uncle > Maggie's Farm ; High Time ; Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again ; Tennessee Jed ; Valley Road

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122608.mp3

Happy New Year!

Dead show/podcast for 01/02/09

Fri, 2 Jan 2009 13:34:00 GMT

Happy New Year everyone!
This week I'll bring you the second set from December 30th 1990 at Oakland CA.
A great set list, and if you like shows with Bruce Hornsby sitting in I think you'll find this to be a good one. A really nice example of one of the more high energy shows of a generally well played year.

Grateful Dead Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA 12/30/90 - Sunday
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodleloo > Looks Like Rain ; Crazy Fingers > Playing In The Band > Drums > Space > Terrapin Station > Sugar Magnolia
Encore U.S. Blues

You can hear the deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod010209.mp3

Many thanks for your support - I do hope you have a great 2009!

Dead show/podcast for 12/19/08

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:25:00 GMT

Merry Christmas!

I do hope this finds all of you well and happy this holiday season - its a time we should all reflect on the blessings we have, hard as that is sometimes during times like these..

As always I like to bring you some acoustic music this time of year..
So here is a set from the famous fall of 1980 shows.. as well as a couple wonderful Garcia/Grisman cuts from an NPR interview they did in 1993..

Grateful Dead Warfield Theatre San Francisco, CA 10/2/80 - Thursday
One Dark Hollow [#3:19] ; Iko Iko [3:42] ; The Race Is On [2:55] ; To Lay Me Down [8:58] ; Cassidy [5:06] ; Jack-A-Roe [4:37] ; On The Road Again[3:13] ; Bird Song [7:37] > Ripple [4:47]

Jerry Garcia & David Grisman
NPR Studios
NYC, NY
9/17/93
Shady Grove, Jenny Jenkins, So What

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod121908.mp3

I wish all of you peace and happiness this Christmas season.......... thanks for all your support and for being there for me.

Dead show/podcast for 12/12/08

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:40:00 GMT

I can't believe how fast the year is flying by! Almost over, and this week I'm bringing you a show requested by one of my listeners - this one sounds great this holiday season - its Jerry Garcia, John Kahn, Bill Kruetzman and Merl Saunders at Pacific High Studios on February 2, 1972.
This is probably an FM source and so its a little compressed - but the music makes up for it.. check out the fine instrumental version of 'Imagine'..
Hope you enjoy it, and that you can find the time for all the things that you love this Holiday season..

Jerry Garcia, John Kahn, Bill Kruetzman & Merl Saunders
Pacific High Studio, San Francisco, CA

February 6, 1972
It Takes A Lot To Laugh, It Takes A Train To Cry (1)
Expressway (To Your Heart), That's The Touch I Like, Save Mother Earth >Imagine
That's All Right, Mama,Who's Loving You Tonight,When I Paint My Masterpiece
I Was Made To Love Her, Lonely Avenue, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod121208.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 12/05/08

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:28:00 GMT

Hope you had a wonderful holiday - this week I'm going to finish playing that wonderful show from 1971 we started two weeks ago - this second part features an absolutely inspired Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad into one of those classic Pigpen Lovelights..

Grateful Dead - August 4, 1971
Terminal Island Correctional Facility - San Pedro, CA
Cumberland Blues, Big Boss Man, Sugaree, El Paso, Mr. Charlie
Not Fade Away->Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad ->Lovelight

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod12058.mp3

thanks for picking us up and be well and safe, my friends.

Dead show/podcast for 11/28/08

Mon, 1 Dec 2008 15:12:00 GMT

Hoping everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving.. I know how grateful I am for all my blessings and hope you feel the same way..
This week I continue my tradition of bringing you acoustic Dead around the holidays.
Two shows this week - the first from the iconic accoustic sets from the fall of 1980:

Grateful Dead - September 30, 1980 Warfield Theatre - San Francisco, CA
On The Road Again, Jack-A-Roe, Monkey And The Engineer, Bird Song, Dark Hollow, Rosalie McFall
Heaven Help The Fool, China Doll, Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie -> Ripple

The second, a bit lower souond quality but still so fun to listen to.. is sometimes attributed to the 'Bob Weir band' - but Jerry sits in for all of the show and Mickey for most of it.. photos also show Phil there..

Rambler Room - Loyola University Chicago, IL 11/17/78a - Friday
One Winin' Boy Blues [4:09] ; Tom Dooley [3:15] ; This Time Forever [4:38] ; Deep Elem Blues [3:19] ; KC Moan [3:38] ; Knockin' On Heaven's Door [7:59] ; Big Boy Pete [3:18] ; Jack-A-Roe [4:32] ; Dark Hollow [3:39] ; Oh Boy [2:08]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod112808.mp3

Thanks for picking us up.. Enjoy and be well, my friends!

Dead show/podcast for 11/21/08

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:42:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of 6/26/76. Just from the setlist you can see this is a truly classic set.. I have a fondness for a great Playin' and this show also has a wonderful Crazy Fingers, and a beautiful Stella Blue..

Grateful Dead Auditorium Theatre Chicago, IL 6/26/76 - Saturday
Two Playing In The Band [15:06] > Saint Stephen [9:46] > The Wheel [5:37] > Playing In The Band Reprise [2:42] % Samson And Delilah [5:46] % Crazy Fingers [8:28] > Stella Blue [10:57] ; [2:27] ; Around And Around [6:55] > One More Saturday Night [4:31]
Encore U.S. Blues [5:07]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod111408.mp3

Thanks for picking us up.. hope you enjoy it!

Dead show/podcast for 11/14/08

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:41:00 GMT

Dead show/podcast for 11/07/08

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:06:00 GMT

This week's Deadpod was suggested to me by a posting on a list server I belong to that claimed this show had "the best" Peggy O ever... now I'm not a believer in that sort of thing generally - too many wonderful versions of these songs to identify, in most cases, "the best" version of any of them.. but it did get me to pull this one out and give it a listen..I was pleased and hope you will be too .. 2nd set next week..

Grateful Dead Auditorium Theatre Chicago, IL 6/26/76 - Saturday
One The Promised Land [3:59] ; [1:17] ; Sugaree [9:27] % Cassidy [4:12] % Row Jimmy [9:48] % Mama Tried [2:43] Tennessee Jed [8:53] % Looks Like Rain [7:41] % Scarlet Begonias % Lazy Lightnin' [2:54] > Supplication [4:39] ; [1:33] ; Peggy-O [7:53] ; The Music Never Stopped [5:55]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod110708.mp3

Be well and thanks for picking us up!

Posted by the professor at 5:51 AM

Dead show/podcast for 10/31/08

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:08:00 GMT

The wheel keeps turning and it can't slow down....
I thought it appropriate to play something to start this week's Deadpod in memory of a lovely man and wonderful musician, Merl Saunders..

I think you'll enjoy the rest of the show from the Centrum - a great Terrapin and the always nice Dear Mr. Fantasy->Hey Jude are highlights for me..

Have a WONDERFUL Halloween

Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia - 'That's the Touch I Like", 3/1/75 Keystone Berkeley CA

Grateful Dead The Centrum Worcester, MA 4/9/88 - Saturday

Looks Like Rain [9:03] ; Terrapin Station [11:11] > Drums [6:43] > Space [7:11] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:01] > I Need A Miracle [3:17] > Dear Mr. Fantasy [3:40] > Hey Jude Reprise [4:04] > Throwing Stones [9:07] > Not Fade Away [8:57]

and of course.. Werewolves of London, 10/31/91 Oakland CA

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod103108.mp3

Keep your fingers crossed, and please vote this tuesday!!!

Dead show/podcast for 10/24/08

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:49:00 GMT

This week would have marked the 56th Birthday of Brent Mydland - so I decided to play something from the late 80s- a period where I really enjoy Brent's contributions. An interesting set list and some inspired playing from both Brent and Jerry (especially in the 2nd set which I'll be bringing you next week)..

Grateful Dead The Centrum Worcester, MA
Date 4/9/88 - Saturday
One Big Boss Man [4:52] ; Walkin' Blues [8:01] ; Far From Me [5:37] ; Candyman [6:51] ; Me And My Uncle [2:41] > Mexicali Blues [5:53] ; Tennessee Jed [7:50] ; When I Paint My Masterpiece [4:59] ; Deal [7:07]
Two Hell In A Bucket [7:10] > Iko Iko [5:42]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod102408.mp3

Thanks for all the good wishes sent to me on my surgery - I'm getting a little better each day :)

Also of note, I just sent out the copies of 'Rockin' The Cradle' - if you don't receive yours in a week and are expecting it get in touch...

Thanks as always for all your support !! Have a great week!

Dead show/podcast for 10/10/08

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:01:00 GMT

This week we're treated to the second set of October 2nd, 1977 from Portland OR.
I think you'll find this to be a a real treat - a wonderful Samson kicks it off, followed by a nearly perfect Scarlet->Fire. I think you'll love what Garcia does here - especially in the transition!
The Playin' that follows becomes gloriously out there - I think you'll find Phil is really taking the lead here and in the great jams that follow - the Truckin' and Other One are really fabulous examples of this era of the Dead at its best..

Grateful Dead Paramount Theatre Portland, OR 10/2/77 - Sunday
Samson And Delilah [6:31] ; Scarlet Begonias [8:57] > Fire On The Mountain [11:45] ; Funiculi Funicula [0:36] ; Playing In The Band [8:59] > Drums [6:02] > The Wheel [5:20] > Truckin' [8:53] > The Other One [7:18] > Wharf Rat [10:53] > Sugar Magnolia [8:50]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:09]

I wanted to take a moment to thank all of you who made contributions during my pledge drive - once again I can only express my thanks and tell you that Deadheads are the kindest folks around.. I'll have those Egypt CD sets out to you as soon as I get them in from Rhino (and I'm back up and around)..
speaking of up and around, there won't be a Deadpod next week - I have to get some surgery done on my leg next week and know I won't be back in time for next Friday's show.. sorry about that.. hopefully I'll feel up to it for the week of the 24th...

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod101008.mp3

Be well and thanks so much for picking us up!

Dead show/podcast for 10/3/08

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 15:54:00 GMT

I don't always get to play requests - but sometimes I can and this week I'm sharing a show that was recently requested - October 2nd, 1977. This is a fine performance - and a Betty board to boot. I think the fun they're having back on stage is clearly reflected in their playing. This is a fine recording of a fun show I think you'll enjoy.

I need to take a moment to THANK everyone who contributed to the Deadpod last week!! Your support will be a huge help to keep us strong and to support our community radio station KOPN. I'm going to do my best to get those copies of 'Rockin' the Cradle' out to you as soon as I can. I have to wait to get them from Rhino, and I go in for surgery in a little over a week - so it might be a little while before they go out - so please be patient. I'll get them out to everyone! thanks again!!!

It's not too late to make a donation - just click the button on the left hand side of the page!

Grateful Dead Paramount Theatre Portland, OR
Date 10/2/77 - Sunday
One Casey Jones [9:43] ; Jack Straw [4:39] ; Sunrise [3:47] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:10] ; El Paso [4:07] ; Dupree's Diamond Blues [5:08] ; Let It Grow [12:04] ; Deal [6:36]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod100308.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 9/26/08

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:28:00 GMT

This week's Deadpod is big in every way - a wonderful second set that features a fabulous Eyes of the World->Estimated Prophet->Franklin's Tower that lasts nearly an hour and is among the best versions ever of these songs. This comes to us from the great fall of 79 tour, this one is from November 5th, 1979 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia. The entire set is a real treat, starting with a rare second set opening Althea and closing with a truly rocking Sailor-Saint-Sugar Magnolia..

Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 11/5/79 - Monday
Althea [12:01] ; Easy To Love You [3:26] ; Eyes Of The World [22:35] > Estimated Prophet [14:28] > Franklin's Tower [13:45] > Space [5:09] > Drums [7:36] > Space [2:39] > Lost Sailor [6:52] > Saint Of Circumstance [5:14] > Sugar Magnolia [8:46]
Encore Casey Jones [5:50]

You can listen to this weeks' Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod092608.mp3

Not 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.com
Thank 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!

Dead show/podcast for 9/19/08

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:16:00 GMT

While I only have the second set of this show, I think you'll agree that it's well worth your time. This show features a wonderful pre-Drums seven song segment that starts with a rousing China-Rider, then goes into a rare Stranger->Comes a Time sequeway. Always a favorite, the Comes A Time is blusey and very well played. The band then drives into Estimated into a wonderful He's Gone and a very unexpected Uncle John's Band before a short Drums and Space. The rest of the show is equally well-played - then they pull out a rare double encore to confirm they had as much fun as we do listening.

Grateful Dead
Hartford Civic Center Hartford, CT 5/10/80 - Saturday
Two China Cat Sunflower [6:36] > I Know You Rider [7:03] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:45] > Comes A Time [8:42] ; Estimated Prophet [10:45] > He's Gone [14:53] > Uncle John's Band [7:32] > Space [3:52] > Drums > Space [1:04] > Not Fade Away [8:51] > Sugar Magnolia [8:18]
Encore Alabama Getaway [4:22] > One More Saturday Night [4:49]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod091908.mp3

Thanks for picking us up!

Deadhow/podcast for 9/12/08

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:12:00 GMT

This week I came across this marvelous Jerry Band show and had to share it with you. I just hadn't heard enough Jerry yet :) I hope you agree after you listen to this gem:

Jerry Garcia Band
Keystone Berkeley, CA 9/11/76
Sugaree, Catfish John, That's What Love Will Make You Do, Friend of the Devil, The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down, Midnight Moonlight

set 2:Second that Emotion, Stop That Train, Don't Let Go, Ride Mighty High

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod091208.mp3

Stay dry and have a great week!

Deadhow/podcast for 9/5/08

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:49:00 GMT

I've had some requests for some solo Garcia, or Garcia band, and I thought this show, which I recently came across, would be an interesting contrast with the 1974 show that we heard the last couple weeks. This too, is from 1974, but this is Garcia with Merle Saunders, at the Keystone in Berkeley CA.
It's a whole different sound than the 'Wall of Sound' and certainly shows Garcia's unique ability to stretch out and explore and improvise in a whole other musical realm..

Jerry Garcia and Merle Saunders
11-27-1974
Keystone, Berkeley, CA

Set 1

01 - Bossa Martin
02 - You Can Leave Your Hat On
03 - Going, Going, Gone
04 - Mystery Train

Set 2

01 - He Ain't Give You None*
02 - Freedom Jazz Dance*
03 - Someday Baby
04 - I Second That Emotion

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod090508.mp3

I hope you enjoy this week's show.. thanks as always for listening!!

Deadhow/podcast for 9/12/08

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:48:00 GMT

Deadhow/podcast for 8/29/08

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 20:11:00 GMT

This week, the conclusion of their powerful set from 7/31/74. What a time to be a Deadhead! This show featured 3 powerful sets - this week we'll listen to the end of set 2, and all of set 3.. There's plenty of wonderful jamming and singing on these songs - I especially love the 'Ramble on Rose' and 'To Lay Me Down' - and be sure to listen to the 'Mind Left Body jam' after 'Truckin' - great stuff!!

Grateful Dead Dillon Stadium Hartford, CT 7/31/74 - Wednesday
Ship Of Fools [5:58] ; Weather Report Suite Prelude [1:18] > Weather Report Suite Part 1 [4:16] > Let It Grow [11:11]
Three El Paso [4:04] ; Ramble On Rose [6:04] ; Greatest Story Ever Told [5:39]; To Lay Me Down [7:34] ; Truckin' [17:04] > Mind Left Body Jam [7:22] > Spanish Jam [5:27] > Wharf Rat [9:38] ; U.S. Blues [5:15] ; One More Saturday Night
Encore Uncle John's Band

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod082908.mp3

Have a safe and fun holiday weekend and see you back here next week!!

Dead show podcast for 8/2208

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:20:00 GMT

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.mp3

Enjoy!

Dead show podcast for 8/8/08

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:05:00 GMT

Somehow the fact that this is a partial show .. all that exists from a phenomenal performance - befits the significance of the date.

I am honored to be able to keep bringing this music to you, my friends, and I hope as you listen to this set and reflect on Garcia that you feel the light of the love which is the Grateful Dead fill you.

Grateful Dead Berkeley Community Theatre Berkeley, CA
8/25/72 - Friday
One (1) Cold Rain And Snow [5:51] ; (2) Black Throated Wind [5:56] ; He's Gone [8:42] (3) ; (4) Beat It On Down The Line [3:08] ; Loser [6:27] ; The Frozen Logger [0;39] ; (5) El Paso [4:36] ; Black Peter ; Jack Straw ; Friend Of The Devil ; The Promised Land ; Bird Song ; Playing In The Band ; Bertha
Two Truckin' > Jam > The Other One

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod080808.mp3

Dead show podcast for 8/15/08

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:04:00 GMT

Those of you who follow the Deadpod know that I often prefer to play lesser known performances rather than very well known ones. There's often lots of surprises there to be heard - but there's nothing wrong with bringing out the well-known and loved dates sometimes either. This week I'm playing one of the those - this one a live "free concert" from the "hiatus" of 1975 - Sept. 28th, 1975 from Golden Gate Park. The difficulty here was in choosing between the sources - a very good audience or the existing soundboard. I went with the soundboard but with some reservations. The energy and playing of this performance are over the top - I hope you enjoy it!!

Grateful Dead
Lindley Meadows - Golden Gate Park San Francisco, CA Date 9/28/75 - Sunday
One Help On The Way > Slipknot! ; The Music Never Stopped ; They Love Each Other ; Beat It On Down The Line ; Franklin's Tower ; Big River ; It Must Have Been The Roses ; Truckin' > Jam (1) > Drums > Stronger Than Dirt Or Milkin' The Turkey > Not Fade Away > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > One More Saturday Night

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod081508.mp3

Dead show podcast for 8/1/08

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 15:45:00 GMT

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.mp3

Be well during these 'days between' ....

Dead show podcast for 7/11/08

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:12:00 GMT

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.mp3

Hope you are well and having a great weekend!

Dead show podcast for 7/4/08

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:12:00 GMT

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 Dead
Sandstone 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 Magnolia
Encore U.S. Blues

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod070408.mp3

Dead show podcast for 7/18/08

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:11:00 GMT

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

Dead show podcast for 7/25/08

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:10:00 GMT

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.mp3

Thanks for listening!!

Dead show podcast for 6/20/08

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:25:00 GMT

This week we have one of those great shows from 1971 - for a long time the only soundboard in circulation of this show only contained three songs - but luckily for us this has now surfaced and we have the pleasure of listening to this entire show..
I'll play the second set next week, but there's plenty to chew on here - notice of course the very last 'Easy Wind', and a fabulous 'Me & Bobby McGee'...

Grateful Dead Manhattan Center New York, NY
Date 4/4/71 - Sunday
One Bertha ; Me And My Uncle ; Next Time You See Me ; Morning Dew ; Playing In The Band [4:20] ; Loser ; Easy Wind [8:55] ; Me And Bobby McGee ; Greatest Story Ever Told > Johnny B. Goode

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod062008.mp3

Have a wonderful week, and enjoy!!

Dead show podcast for 06/13/08

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:45:00 GMT

This week we get to hear the rest of that fine 1st set - and the entire 2nd set - from the classic performance of 5/4/77 at the Palladium in NYC., NY.
The first set ends with a fine and very well played Dancin' In the Streets, but the real meat of this show is the 2nd set, in my opinion. Here we have a monsterous 45 minute Terrapin->Playin'->Comes a Time->Playin that just will blow your socks off.
When the band finishes the Playin' reprise, the house lights come up and the show is over - there's nothing else they can add.. and I don't think anyone was complaining..
I think you'll agree....

Grateful Dead The Palladium New York, NY 5/4/77 - Wednesday
end of set 1: Looks Like Rain [8:16] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:05] ; Dancing In The Street [17:56]
Two Estimated Prophet [8:14] ; Scarlet Begonias [9:15] > Fire On The Mountain [11:06] ; Terrapin Station [9:40] > Playing In The Band [18:#12] > Comes A Time [10:52] > Playing In The Band [8:06]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod061308.mp3

Enjoy! :)

Dead show podcast for 5/30/08

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 15:57:00 GMT

This week the conclusion of Bruce Hornsby's first show as a member of the band, 9/15/90 at Madison Square Garden. I think you'll especially enjoy the first half of this set which I find exceptionally well-played and tight throughout. You'll also want to listen to the only post-Brent 'Gimme Some Lovin' with Hornsby - very tasty stuff. The crowd really feeds the band on this one and its obvious throughout.

Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - Saturday
Two The Weight ; Playing In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Uncle John's Band >Drums > Space > Gimme Some Lovin' > All Along The Watchtower > Stella Blue > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away
Encore One More Saturday Night

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod053008.mp3

Thanks for all your support and have a great week!

Dead show podcast for 5/23/08

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 15:56:00 GMT

Hello friends ! I've had a longstanding request to play a Bruce Hornsby show and while this *is* an atypical one, nevertheless its a good one.. his very first show with the Dead, 9/15/90 from Madison Square Garden in New York. We'll play the first set this week, and I think you'll agree its loaded with energy. Jerry really enjoyed playing with Bruce right from the start as is evident in this recording..

Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY 9/15/90 - Saturday
One Touch Of Grey > Walkin' Blues ; Candyman ; Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues ; West L.A. Fadeaway ; When I Paint My Masterpiece ; Bird Song ; Box Of Rain

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod052308.mp3

Have a safe and happy Memorial Day everyone!

Dead show podcast for 5/23/08

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 15:56:00 GMT

Dead show podcast for 5/16/08

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 15:55:00 GMT

This week a newly released sbd from 1972! I can't resist playing this one, and I think you'll agree that its more than worth your attention this week..
This is from November 15th, 1972, Oklahoma City, OK. All we have is the second set - but its a beauty...

Grateful Dead - November 15, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall - Oklahoma City, OK
Promised Land, Ramble on Rose, Mexicali Blues, Brokedown Palace, Playin In the Band,
Big Railroad Blues, Me & Bobby McGee, Wharf Rat, Sugar Magnolia, Not Fade Away->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad -> Not Fade Away
E: Johnny B. Goode

Jerry's guitar work in Playin' was described as 'demonic' by one reviewer - I think you'll agree this is quite special.. I hope you enjoy it!!

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod051608.mp3

I want to thank all of you who were able to contribute during our recent pledge drive - what a thrill it is having such a great group of listeners and friends!!

Thanks and be well!

Dead show podcast for 6/6/08

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 15:54:00 GMT

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.mp3

Thanks so much for your support...

Dead show/podcast for 5/9/08

Fri, 9 May 2008 13:06:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of 8/29/80 from the Spectrum in Philadelphia PA. This is a tight and rockin' second set, the boys start with an excellent greatest story into Althea. Then a wonderful version of Let It Grow goes into He's Gone.. I'm sure you'll notice Phil and Brent's contributions on this one.. after space and drums, the band goes into a marvelous Wharf Rat, then back into the rockin' grove with Goin' Down the Road, Around & Around and Johnny B. Goode. While this may not be the most cosmic Dead show around, it certain is a fun, rockin' time..
I hope you enjoy it!!

Grateful Dead - August 29, 1980
The Spectrum - Philadelphia, PA
Set 2:
d2t01 - Greatest Story Ever Told ->Althea, Let It Grow ->He's Gone ->The Other One ->Drums ->Space ->Wharf Rat -> Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad -> Around And Around -> Johnny B. Goode Encore: U.S. Blues

You can listen to this week's deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod050908.mp3

A 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!

Dead show podcast for 5/2/08

Fri, 2 May 2008 16:15:00 GMT

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.mp3

As always, my thanks for your support!! Have a most excellent spring!

Dead show podcast for 5/2/08

Fri, 2 May 2008 16:15:00 GMT

Dead show podcast for 4/25/08

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:36:00 GMT

This week we'll hear the second set of this beautiful audience recording of the Dead at the Frost, 10/10/86. This set starts off with a beautiful Playin, then Jerry really tears up Crazy Fingers. I'm also quite partial to the NFA->Black Peter. The fact that they do a double encore is an indication, I think, that they were happy with their performance as well....

Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CA 10/10/82 - Sunday

Playing In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Touch Of Grey > Drums > Space > The Wheel > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away > Black Peter > Sugar Magnolia
Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [6:12] > It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod042508.mp3

All the best friends.. thanks for listening!

Dead show/podcast for 4/18/08

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:14:00 GMT

This week we get to savor a truly outstanding audience recording of one of the best shows of the early 1980s - October 10th, 1982 at the Frost Ampitheater in Palo Alto CA.
The band comes charging out right from the gate, with of all things, a mad "Minglewood Blues" that will blow you away. Brent really shines on the 'Far From Me' a little later in the first set, and the China-Rider is exquisite. All in all I'm sure you'll enjoy this first set and we'll play the second set of this show next week...

Grateful Dead Frost Amphitheatre - Stanford University Palo Alto, CA
Date 10/10/82 - Sunday
One New Minglewood Blues [7:23] > Sugaree [10:11] > Little Red Rooster [7:35] ; Tennessee Jed [8:10] ; Cassidy [5:54] ; Loser [7:00] ; Far From Me [3:59] > Looks Like Rain [8:45] ; China Cat Sunflower [6:17] > I Know You Rider [5:32]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041808.mp3

Thanks 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!!!

Dead show/podcast for 4/11/08

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 15:12:00 GMT

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.mp3

I hope you enjoy it, and thanks for listening!!

Dead show podcast for 4/4/08

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 17:03:00 GMT

This week we listen to the second set from September 21st, 1973 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. This set starts with the last version of a song that I happen to really like, "Let Me Sing Your Blues Away", but when you hear it you can understand why it got dropped.. the rest of the set is much better however, and the addition of Joe Ellis and Martin Fierro on trumpet and sax respectively is amazing. I think you'll agree that the horns add a unique and lovely element to the arrangement on these songs.

Grateful Dead The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA 9/21/73 - Friday
Let Me Sing Your Blues Away ; Weather Report Suite Prelude > Weather Report Suite Part 1 > Let It Grow ; He's Gone > Truckin' > The Other One > Wharf Rat ; Row Jimmy ; Casey Jones (MISSING)
Encore One More Saturday Night

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod040408.mp3

Have a great week and thanks for listening!

Dead show podcast for 3/28/08

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 21:38:00 GMT

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

Dead Show podcast for 3/21/08

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 14:10:00 GMT

Hello Friends!
This week we'll listen to the conclusion of the Dead's show at Alpine Valley on August 8th, 1982. I think you'll really enjoy the wonderful Scarlet Begonias, the crazy drums with guest Zakir Hussein, as well as John Cipollina's guest guitar work on "The Other One", "Wharf Rat" and "Not Fade Away". Check out the crazy version of Satisfaction as well.. Whew! :)

Just a note, my computer that I usually use to put together the show fried its motherboard this week - I had to use a different one to get the Deadpod together - if you notice any problems please let me know.

Grateful Dead
Venue Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI 8/8/82 - Sunday
Scarlet Begonias [9:55] > Fire On The Mountain [13:48] > Estimated Prophet [14:27] > Jam (1) [3:27] > Drums [8:#02] > Space [4:14] > The Other One [6:51] > Not Fade Away [4:49] > Wharf Rat [9:01] > Good Lovin' [8:21]
Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [7:15] > Brokedown Palace [5:05#]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032108.mp3

Enjoy Spring! Thanks for listening and for your support!

Dead Show podcast for 3/14/08

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 14:16:00 GMT

This week we get a nice recording of a wonderful early 80's show - this one comes to us from Alpine Valley, August the 8th, 1982. This week we'll hear the first set (and the opener of the 2nd), next week we'll finish up the show.. I really enjoyed the Alabama Getaway openers of this period and this is no exception. I also think you'll like the Little Red Rooster, Looks Like Rain and Peggy-O in this first set for sure. Samson and Delilah close out the set in an unusual position for this song, but one that works well. There are a few flubs and recording problems - the Loser is cut at the beginning unfortunately - but nevertheless an enjoyable listen, I think.

Grateful Dead Alpine Valley Music Theatre East Troy, WI
8/8/82 - Sunday
One Alabama Getaway [4:47] > The Promised Land [4:27] ; They Love Each Other [8:18] ; Mama Tried [2:44] > Mexicali Blues [5:02] ; Loser [#4:33] ; Little Red Rooster [7:49] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:25] > Looks Like Rain [8:26] ; Peggy-O [7:06] ; Samson And Delilah [7:47]
Two Far From Me

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod031408.mp3

Be well friends and thanks for your support..

Dead Show podcast for 3/7/08

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 15:03:00 GMT

This week we'll listen to the remainder of the Dead's performance at Cal Expo, August 6th, 1989. The rest of this second set is a pleasure to listen to - highlighted by a wonderful 'Other One'.
I've also been told that its a sure sign that the band enjoyed themselves when they encore with 'Johnny B. Goode' :)

Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA 8/6/89 - Sunday

Samson And Delilah [6:27] % Ship Of Fools [7:29] ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [8:13] > Drums [8:49] > Space [7:33] > I Will Take You Home [3:53] > The Other One [9:13] > Wharf Rat [9:39] > Turn On Your Lovelight [6:08]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [3:24] > And We Bid You Good Night [2:29]

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod030708.mp3

Thanks for your support, and have a great week!

Dead show/podcast for 2/29/08

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:05:00 GMT

This week I have an excellent show from 1989 for your listening pleasure - we'll be hearing the first part of August 6th, 1989 from Cal Expo. The show starts with a 'Let the Good Times Roll' that the band ends perfectly and rolls into 'Feel Like a Stranger' and then Franklin's Tower.. A very interesting and well played start to a wonderful show. I really enjoy this first part of the show - highlighted by Garcia's singing on Ramble on Rose and a great version of Birdsong. I've included the magnificent Scarlet->Fire that opens the 2nd set..

Grateful Dead Cal Expo Amphitheatre Sacramento, CA
8/6/89 - Sunday
One Good Times [3:55] ; Feel Like A Stranger [7:39] ~ Franklin's Tower [7:51] ; Walkin' Blues [6:09] ; Ramble On Rose [7:45] ; When I Paint My Masterpiece [5:04] % Bird Song [11:59]
Two Scarlet Begonias [8:50] > Fire On The Mountain [12:37]

As always you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022908.mp3

Be well - enjoy - and Thanks for your support!!

Dead Show podcast for 2/22/08

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 15:36:00 GMT

This week I'd had a request for some '68 Dead, and just happened to have just gotten this remastered beauty. This is quite an amazing recording for a 40 year old show, even more amazing is how accomplished the band sounds when I think of how young they were. I think the power of this music, especially in the second set, is really amazing..

Grateful Dead Carousel Ballroom San Francisco, CA
Date 2/14/68 - Wednesday
One Morning Dew [#6:24] % Good Morning Little Schoolgirl [#12:26] % Dark Star [#4:10] > China Cat Sunflower [4:06] > The Eleven [5:09] > Turn On Your Lovelight [9:01] ; (1) [0:05]
Two (2) Cryptical Envelopment [1:42] > The Other One [3:06] > Cryptical Envelopment [3:58] > New Potato Caboose [8:37] > Born Cross-Eyed [2:46] > Spanish Jam [11:59]; [3:14]; Alligator [3:17] > Drums [2:27] > (3) Alligator [7:#56] > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [10:40] > Feedback [5:24]
Encore (4) In The Midnight Hour [9:#51]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022208.mp3

Thanks so much for your support during our pledge drive!!
Hope you enjoy the show!

Dead Show podcast for 2/15/08

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:39:00 GMT

Hope all of you had a wonderful Valentine's Day! This week we'll finish listening to the conclusion of the fabulous show from 6/10/73, Washington D.C.

The highlight of this week's show of course is the entire, unusual third set, featuring members of the Allman Brothers Band and Merle Saunders. This includes a smoking That's All Right, Mama and some huge guitar licks from Dicky Betts on Not Fade Away.

Grateful Dead
RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - Sunday

Wharf Rat [8:21] > Truckin' [7:01] ; Sugar Magnolia [9:18]
Three [49:20] ; It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry [7:22] ; That's All Right, Mama [13:45] ; The Promised Land [4:07] ; Not Fade Away [11:08] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [11:11] > Drums [6:22] > Not Fade Away [3:40] ; Johnny B. Goode [2:35]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod021508.mp3

I 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 7/19/07
Casino Ballroom Hampton Beach NH 10/27/07
North Fork Theatre Westbury NY 10/31/07
House of Blues Myrtle Beach SC 11/10/07
Florida Theater Jacksonville FL 11/14/07

I 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....

THANKS

Hope you enjoy the show!

Dead show podcast for 2/8/07

Fri, 8 Feb 2008 15:22:00 GMT

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 - Sunday
Two: Eyes Of The World [21:17] > Stella Blue [8:10] ; Big River [4:#03] ; Here Comes Sunshine [10:32] ; Around And Around [4:59] ; Dark Star [25:43] > He's Gone [14:07

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020808.mp3

I hope you enjoy the show..... be well friends!

Dead show/podcast for 2/1/08

Sun, 3 Feb 2008 14:20:00 GMT

This week we have a new release of a classic Dead show, this one from the start of the summer of 1973. This week we'll listen to the first set, which as you can see from the setlist below contains plenty of surprises for a first set! Besides the very unusual opening Morning Dew, it contains the last version of 'Wave that Flag' before this song morphs into US Blues. I think you'll agree that Garcia is in fine voice on this show and I'm confident you'll enjoy yourself as you listen!

Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC 6/10/73 - Sunday
One Morning Dew [11:10] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:11] ; Ramble On Rose [6:24] ; Jack Straw [3:43] ; Wave That Flag [5:37] ; Looks Like Rain [7:29] ; Box Of Rain [4:58] ; They Love Each Other [4:37] ; The Race Is On [2:56] ; Row Jimmy [9:07] ; El Paso [4:22] ; Bird Song [11:58] ; Playing In The Band [17:04]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020108.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 1/25/08

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:34:00 GMT

This week we'll listen to the second set from the first of the fine 'From Egypt with Love' concerts - October 17th, 1978.
A wonderfully well played set - I really enjoy the space, actually and of course, Jerry's "If I Had the World to Give".. Enjoy

Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 10/17/78 - Tuesday

Scarlet Begonias [9:35] > Fire On The Mountain [10:50] ; Estimated Prophet [11:45] > Eyes Of The World [13:#37] > Drums [11:52] > Space [8:49] > If I Had The World To Give [7:07] > Around And Around [9:10]
Encore U.S. Blues [4:46#]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod012508.mp3

Be well and thanks for your support!!

Dead Show podcast for 1/18/08

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 15:09:00 GMT

This week's Deadpod has two parts - first off, a great first set from a legendary show - 10/17/78, the first of the "From Egypt with Love" shows marking the band's return from the famous tour of Egypt to Winterland.. This week we'll hear the first set, including a wonderful Jack Straw closer.. I hope you'll enjoy it..
The second part is an interview I recorded with Donna Jean (Godchaux) McKay last week. We discuss Donna's new cd: "Donna Jean & the Tricksters" as well as Jerry and the Grateful Dead... I hope you enjoy it!

Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA
Date 10/17/78 - Tuesday
One The Promised Land [4:15] ; Friend Of The Devil [7:59] ; Mama Tried [2:31] > Mexicali Blues [3:31] ; Tennessee Jed [8:15] ; I Need A Miracle [6:21] ; Stagger Lee [5:50] ; Jack Straw [6:25]

During interview: "All I Gotta Say" - from "Donna Jean & The Tricksters" and
"I'll Be With Thee" - Jerry Garcia Band , 3/18/78 Warner Theater Washington DC

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod011608.mp3

Donna Jean & The Tricksters website is here:
http://www.donnajeanandthetricksters.com/

Her new cd will be released on Jan 29th, you can pre-order it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Donna-Jean-Tricksters/dp/B0010V4TRI/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=music&qid=1200658744&sr=8-1

As always thanks for listening and for your kind support!

Dead Show/podcast for 1/11/08

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 14:55:00 GMT

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 - Saturday

One [85:55 +] [0:59 "Clear the fuckin aisles"] ; China Cat Sunflower [3:02] > Jam [3:10] > I Know You Rider [4:23] ; [2:10] ; Me And My Uncle [3:11] ; [0:18] ; Dire Wolf [4:16] ; [0:55] ; Hard To Handle [5:13] ; [0:12] % Casey Jones [4:20] ; [0:15] ; Mason's Children [4:25] > Black Peter [9:06] ; [0:06] % Good Lovin' [1:51] > Drums [3:26] > Good Lovin' [4:03] ; [0:13] ; Cold Rain And Snow [5:08] ; [0:34] ; Turn On Your Lovelight [25:37] ;

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod011108.mp3

Thanks so much for your comments, your support, and your love of this music which makes doing this podcast such a joy :)

Dead show Podcast for 1/4/08

Fri, 4 Jan 2008 15:31:00 GMT

Happy New Year everyone! While I was looking through the collection for some requested music from Reconstruction, I came across this gem which I thought I should share with you as the first show of the new year.. This comes to us from 1975, and I really enjoy the sound on this even though it *is* an audience front of board recording.. I hope you enjoy it too....

Legion of Mary, 5/22/1975 Keystone, Berkeley CA
set one: Tore Up Over You, Little Sunflower, I Feel Like Dynamite, Every Word You Say, Mystery Train
set two: He Ain't Give You None, Boogie On Reggae Woman, When I Die, Going, Going Gone, (I'm A) Road Runner

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod010408.mp3

I hope you enjoy it and as always thanks for your support!!

Dead show/podcast for 12/28/07

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:50:00 GMT

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 - Monday

Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain > Playing In The Band > Drums > Space > The Wheel > The Other One > Black Peter > Sugar Magnolia
Encore U.S. Blues

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122807.mp3

Dead Show podcast for 12/21/07

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 14:36:00 GMT

My annual Christmas show always showcases some acoustic music and this year is no different.. Here's the playlist:

"Oh Come All Ye Grateful Dead-Heads" -Bob Rivers Comedy Corp, Twisted Christmas

Truckin' - Grateful Dead, Fillmore East, 9/20/70

The Jerry Garcia Acoustic Band 10-28-87 Lunt-Fontanne Theater N.Y.C., NY Early Show - Acoustic Set
Deep Elem Blues
I'm Troubled
Spike Driver Blues
Blue Yodel No. 9 (Standing On The Corner)
Short Life Of Trouble
If I Lose
I'm Here To Get My Baby Out Of Jail
Oh Babe, It Ain't No Lie
Drifting Too Far From The Shore
Ragged But Right

Jerry Garcia & John Kahn, Oct 16, 1985 The Catalyst Club, Santa Cruz CA

She Belongs To Me
Jack-A-Roe
Oh, Babe It Ain't No Lie

Grateful Dead â Fillmore East â September 20, 1970
Uncle John's Band
Deep Elem Blues
Friend Of The Devil
Big Railroad Blues
Dark Hollow
Ripple
To Lay Me Down
Rosalie McFall
Cumberland Blues

Jerry Garcia & David Grisman, 12/8/91, Warfield Theater SF,CA
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen jam

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122107.mp3

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Dead show/podcast for 12/14/07

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:41:00 GMT

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, CA
12/27/89 - 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.mp3

Enjoy and be well friends.. as always thanks for your support!

Dead Show/ podcast for 12/7/07

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 21:39:00 GMT

This week a fun Jerry Garcia Band show for your enjoyment. This is one of my favorite Jerry band incarnations with John Kahn on bass, Nicky Hopkins on keyboards and vocals and Ron Tutt on drums. This second set is all that I have from this show, but while it may not be pristine quality it is quite enjoyable to listen to and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do..

Jerry Garcia Band, Keystone Berkeley, CA 11/8/75 set 2
How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
Let It Rock
Friend Of The Devil
Sitting In Limbo
Lady Sleeps
Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
Let's Spend The Night Together >
Edward

As always thanks for your support!

As always you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod120707.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 11/30/07

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:09:00 GMT

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 Dead
Silva Hall, Hult Center, Eugene, OR 05/07/1984
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; Estimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Drums > Space > The Wheel > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away
Encore It's All Over Now, Baby Blue

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod113007.mp3

I hope you enjoy the show, and as always thank so much for your support and your comments..

Dead show/podcast for 11/23/07

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 14:27:00 GMT

I sure hope you had a great Thanksgiving holiday! I came across this gem while I was thinking of what to play this week - as you know I enjoy playing acoustic music around the holidays and so I hope you'll enjoy this Jerry Garcia/John Kahn show as much as I do..

Jerry Garcia and John Kahn
4-21-1982 Beacon Theater, New York, NY - Late Show
Set 1 (47 minutes)
It Takes A Lot To Laugh, It Takes A Train To Cry Stagger Lee Dire Wolf
Valerie Run For The Roses I've Been All Around This World
Friend Of The Devil Deep Elem Blues
Set 2 (41 minutes)
Jack-A-Roe Sing Me Back Home Oh Babe, It Ain't No Lie Gomorrah
Going, Going, Gone Ripple Reuben And Cherise
Encore (7 minutes)
Goodnight Irene (1)
Notes Dr. John opened. Guests (1) Dr. John (piano)

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod112307.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 11/16/07

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 13:55:00 GMT

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 Winterland
San 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. Goode
Encore U.S. Blues

As always you can hear this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod111607.mp3

I'm thankful for your support and hope you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving..

Deadshow/podcast for 11/9/07

Fri, 9 Nov 2007 19:16:00 GMT

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 - Wednesday
Mexicali 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 Band

This 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

Dead show/podcast for 11/02/07

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 14:04:00 GMT

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 Dead
Venue Community War Memorial Auditorium Rochester, NY
Date 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

Dead Show podcast for 10/26/07

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 14:54:00 GMT

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, England
Date 5/25/72 - Thursday
from set one: Brokedown Palace ; Casey Jones
Two 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

Dead show/podcast for 10/19/07

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 11:27:00 GMT

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, England
5/25/72 - 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.mp3

Again thanks for your support... and enjoy !

Dead show/podcast for 10/12/07

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:17:00 GMT

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 - Tuesday
He'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

Dead Show podcast for 10/05/07

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 15:15:00 GMT

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, MD
6/26/84 - Tuesday
One 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

Deadshow/podcast for 9/28/07

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 12:36:00 GMT

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, CO
Date 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

Deadshow podcast for 09/28/07

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 12:34:00 GMT

t 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, CO
Date 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:

Deadshow podcast for 09/28/07

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 12:34:00 GMT

dead show/podcast for 9/21/07

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 17:12:00 GMT

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, 1991
Capital Centre - Landover, MD

from set one: Bird Song
Two Victim Or The Crime ; Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain ; Stir It Up ; Drums > Space > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad //
Encore Box Of Rain

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod092107.mp3

Be well friends.. :)

dead show/podcast for 9/14/07

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 20:26:00 GMT

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, OH
12/4/73 - Tuesday
Truckin' > Stella Blue ; Around And Around
Two Eyes Of The World > Sugar Magnolia > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > Casey Jones
Encore One More Saturday Night

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod091407.mp3

Thanks for all you good wishes and thoughts.... enjoy..

dead show/podcast for 9/7/07

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 12:51:00 GMT

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, OH
Date 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.mp3

Thanks for your support, friends....

Deadshow/podcast for 8/24/07

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 23:05:00 GMT

This week, the second set from 5/13/81, Providence Civic Center, Providence RI... the band plays a very energetic and tight second set, sparked perhaps, by the naked woman who jumped up on stage and pranced around at halftime..

Grateful Dead Providence Civic Center Providence, RI
Two Samson And Delilah [6:49] ; Terrapin Station [13:32] > Lost Sailor [7:03]> Saint Of Circumstance [6:43] > Drums [8:16] > Space [4:41] > Iko Iko [7:04] ; I Need A Miracle [4:00] > Stella Blue [10:26] > Good Lovin' [7:33]
Encore Brokedown Palace [5:34]

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod082407.mp3

Jerry really nails the Stella and the Brokedown encore...
I hope you enjoy it..
have a great week!

Dead Show podcast for 8/17/07

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 13:08:00 GMT

This week a very underrated show from a very good year, 1981. I love the energy in this show.. and a newly released soundboard really sparkles, sonically..
Check out the Brent solo in CC Rider.. this first set is full of gems, and I know you'll enjoy this recording..

Grateful Dead Providence, RI 5/13/81 - Wednesday
One Jack Straw [5:11] ; Tennessee Jed [8:17] > C C Rider [8:11] ; Friend Of The Devil [8:57] ; Mama Tried [2:25] > Mexicali Blues [4:29] ; Bird Song [8:47] > Let It Grow [10:45] > Deal [7:51]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod081707.mp3

As always, be well and thanks so much for your support!!

Posted by the professor at 8:17 PM

Dead Show podcast for 8/10/07

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 14:54:00 GMT

This week we get to listen to an exceptional piece previously unreleased music from 1971. This show, from the period when Keith Godchaux had first joined the band, is lively and very well played. I especially enjoy hearing the excellent cryptical->other one->cryptical->deal...

Grateful Dead
Venue Auditorium Theatre
Location Chicago, IL
Date 10/22/71 - Friday
Two Ramble On Rose ; Cumberland Blues ; Cryptical Envelopment > Drums > The Other One > Cryptical Envelopment > Deal ; Sugar Magnolia ; Casey Jones > Johnny B. Goode

I hope this brings a smile to you as we leave behind us the twelfth anniversary of the loss of our beloved Jerry..

As always you can listen to this week's deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod081007.mp3

Be well friends and love one another....

Dead Show podcast for 8/3/07

Fri, 3 Aug 2007 14:09:00 GMT

I always debate what to play during this anniversary week, but this year I really wanted to play a show that contained "Days Between".. I chose this one from the summer of 93, I think you'll enjoy it.

Grateful Dead RFK Stadium Washington, DC
6/26/93 - Saturday

From Set 2: Iko Iko ; Playing In The Band > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > The Last Time > Days Between One More Saturday Night
Encore Liberty

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod080307.mp3

Be well friends, and thanks for your support!

Dead Show podcast for 7/27/07

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:35:00 GMT

I'm back from vacation and have a truly stellar set to bring you this week.. this one is from my favorite year, 1973, and its a really very high energy first set that I'm sure you're going to enjoy...

Grateful Dead Springfield Civic Center Arena Springfield, MA
3/28/73 - Wednesday
One Cumberland Blues [#1:28] ; [0:09] % Here Comes Sunshine [8:39] ; [0:09] % Mexicali Blues [3:18] ; [0:07] % Wave That Flag [5:29] ; [0:57] % Beat It On Down The Line [3:19] ; [0:18] % Loser [7:10] % Jack Straw [4:49] % Box Of Rain [4:54] ; [0:20] % They Love Each Other [5:35] ; [0:42] % El Paso [4:31] ; [0:07] % Row Jimmy [8:24] % Around And Around [4:51] ; [0:08] % Brown Eyed Women [2:59] ; [0:07] % You Ain't Woman Enough [2:59] ; [0:06] % Looks Like Rain [7:27] % China Cat Sunflower [7:12] > Jam [1:40] > I Know You Rider [3:38#]

I previous played the Dark Star from this show back in 5/06... but I think this first set really deserves a listen!

Thanks for your support and have a great week!

Deadshow/podcast for 7/20/07

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 22:44:00 GMT

As promised, the second set of this great show from 1985.. as I'll be away on vacation, I thought I'd bring you both sets this week!!
This has a wonderful Terrapin, and a very nice Morning Dew...
Don't forget to check back here on 7/27 !

Grateful Dead Hershey Park Stadium Hershey, PA 6/28/85 - Friday

Estimated Prophet > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > I Need A Miracle > Morning Dew > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away
Encore Keep Your Day Job

You can listen to this Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod072007.mp3

Be well and thanks for your support!!!!

Deadshow/podcast for 7/13/07

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:10:00 GMT

This week I decided to bring you an excellent show from a very high energy summer tour, that of 1985.. Imaginative setlists made up for what often seemed a frantic pace during this summer tour, and some of the music was very well played, as is evident I think in this week's show..
By the way I'll be away next week, so I'm posting *two* podcasts this week.. be sure and pick them both up!

Grateful Dead Hershey Park Stadium Hershey, PA
Date 6/28/85 - Friday
One Cold Rain And Snow > The Promised Land ; Ramble On Rose ; Down In The Bottom > I Ain't Superstitious ; Bird Song > Comes A Time > Deal
Two The Music Never Stopped ; Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues

You can listen to the deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod071307.mp3

Thanks and enjoy the show!

Deadshow/podcast for 7/6/07

Fri, 6 Jul 2007 18:11:00 GMT

One of my wonderful listeners wrote me to request this week's show and seeing as it is from the same great year for Dead music as the recently released Three from the Vault, I thought it would be a great listen for this week's deadpod. While I only have a portion of the show in good quality soundboard, I thought it was certainly worth sharing what I have. This show features a monster first set Dark Star as well as one of the all time great Not Fade Away->Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad->Not Fade Away jams.

Grateful Dead Austin Municipal Auditorium Austin, TX 11/15/71 - Monday

Dark Star (1) [12:14] > El Paso [4:38] > Space [3:29] > Jam [3:59] ; Casey Jones [5:25] ;Ramble On Rose [5:56] ; Mexicali Blues [3:20] ; Brokedown Palace [5:13] ; Me And Bobby McGee [5:32] ; Cumberland Blues [5:18] ; Sugar Magnolia [6:54] ; You Win Again [2:18] ; Not Fade Away [3:57] > China Cat Sunflower Tease [0:37] > Jam [7:42] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [8:06] > Not Fade Away [3:05]

You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod070607.mp3

Enjoy and be well.. I always love hearing your comments and suggestions!

Dead Show podcast for 6/15/07

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 15:28:00 GMT

As promised, this week we're going to hear the second set from July 31st 1988 at Laguna Seca Recreational area in Monteray CA. This is a fine second set, featuring a good Terrapin Station, some great MIDI effects in space, and a well-played Morning Dew.
I hope you enjoy it!

Grateful Dead Laguna Seca Raceway Monterey , CA
Date 7/31/88 - Sunday
Two Hell In A Bucket > Foolish Heart > Man Smart, Woman Smarter > Terrapin Station > I Will Take You Home > Drums > Space > The Other One > I Need A Miracle > Morning Dew
Encore In The Midnight Hour

As always you can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://media.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod061507.mp3

Also there is still time to enter the contest for a copy of David Dodd's great book "The Complete Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics". I'll be accepting entries through Sunday, June 17th at j.henrikson@gmail.com for your chance to win!

As always thanks so much for your support!

Deadshow/podcast for 6/8/07

Fri, 8 Jun 2007 12:27:00 GMT

This week we have a wonderful show from the Summer of 1988, PLUS a chance for you to win a great book!
First off, we're going to hear the first set from 7/31/88, Laguna Seca. This set features David Hildago of Los Lobos sitting in on Little Red Rooster and a very hot West LA Fadeaway, then a rare 'Gentlemen Start Your Engines'.. Next week I'll bring you the second set..

Grateful Dead Laguna Seca Raceway Monterey , CA
Date 7/31/88 - Sunday
One Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodleloo ; Little Red Rooster [1] ; West L.A. Fadeaway [1] ; Me And My Uncle > Big River ; Ramble On Rose ; Gentlemen Start Your Engines ; When I Paint My Masterpiece ; Bird Song

As always you can hear the Deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod060807.mp3

But that's not all! I've been fortunate enough to receive 10 copies of the wonderful book by David Dodd: The Complete Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics.
Not only does this 500+ page book contain the lyrics of all of the original GD compositions (and many of the covers), but it also contains a huge wealth of background information on the sources and meaning of the characters and references in the songs. Its a hugely fun read, and all you have to do to have a chance to win your copy is to send me an email at: j.henrikson@gmail.com
I'll pick the winners at random next week!

More information on The Complete Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics can be found here.

Special Deadpod Interview - Lee Johnson

Fri, 8 Jun 2007 12:26:00 GMT

Hello Friends!
An extra deadpod this week - this is an interview that I had with Lee Johnson, Conductor and composer of Dead Symphony #6.
Mr. Johnson talks about the process of bringing the Grateful Dead into the classical world and about why he thought their work merited being made into a symphony. I've provided several musical samples of the work as well, so you can hear just what a great job he did on this project.
Dead Symphony #6 is available at http://deadsymphony.com

You can hear this special deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpoddeadsym.mp3

Dead Show/podcast for 06/01/07

Sat, 2 Jun 2007 01:24:00 GMT

This week's Deadpod features a wonderful show from May of 1970.. While recordings from this great year of performances are much too rare we have the good fortune of listening to both the first acoustic set and part of the third, electric set. I just love listening to this primal, energetic, engaging Dead.. I hope you do as well..

Grateful Dead - 5/1/70 - Friday
Alfred State College - Alfred, NY

One: The Race Is On [2:38] ; Wake Up Little Susie [2:41] % New Speedway Boogie [8:00] ; [2:19] ; Cold Jordan [2:35] ; [0:23] ; Uncle John's Band [6:02] ; [0:08]
Three [1:00:05 +] Drums [0:14] > Not Fade Away [8:16] ; [1:15] ; Hard To Handle [6:37] ; [1:21] ; Cryptical Envelopment [2:05] > Drums [2:06] > The Other One [0:16# + #9:28] > Cryptical Envelopment [7:47] ; [0:20] ; High Time [6:53] ; [0:17] % Turn On Your Lovelight [16:53]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod060107.mp3

Thanks so much for your support!!

Dead Show podcast for 5/25/07

Fri, 25 May 2007 15:59:00 GMT

I hope all of you have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! This week I'm bringing you a top-notch show from 1991. This particular show was played without Hornsby, which allows Vince's contributions to more clearly stand out. Listen to the great transition into All Along the Watchtower in particular.. I think you'll enjoy this one!

Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 3/27/91 - Wednesday
Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain ; Estimated Prophet ; Uncle John's Band ; Drums > Space > All Along The Watchtower ; Stella Blue ; Sugar Magnolia
Encore Box Of Rain

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod052507.mp3

Thanks for your suggestions, and for your support!!

Dead show/podcast for 5/18/07

Fri, 18 May 2007 11:34:00 GMT

This week I'm bringing you the entire second set from a show requested by one of my listeners, 9/14/82, Charlottesville VA. Its a smartly played set, with an interesting song selection and placement.. I think you'll enjoy it!
Also I wanted to send out a big THANK YOU to all of you who've contributed to the deadpod and KOPN - I have an amazing group of listeners.. if you haven't gotten your sticker in a reasonable amount of time let me know - I'm not the most organized person in the world but I have tried to get them out as I can.. THANKS AGAIN!

Grateful Dead University Hall - University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA 9/14/82 - Tuesday
China Cat Sunflower [6:48] > I Know You Rider [5:35] ; Samson And Delilah [8:23] ; High Time [7:14] ; Estimated Prophet [12:11] > He's Gone [11:27] > Drums > Space [2:56] > Iko Iko [7:53] > Truckin' [6:35] > Black Peter [8:14] > I Need A Miracle [3:07] > Bertha [6:25]
Encore Johnny B. Goode

As always you can listen to this week's deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod051807.mp3

Dead Show podcast for 5/11/07

Fri, 11 May 2007 16:19:00 GMT

This week the second set from 5/8/77 one of the great shows from May of 1977. For many folks its the second set of any Dead show that is the heart of the performance and that is probably very true of this show. A magnificent Scarlet->Fire, Saint Stephen and Morning Dew make this set one for the ages....

Grateful Dead
Barton Hall - Cornell University Ithaca, NY 5/8/77 - Sunday
Two Scarlet Begonias [9:14] > Fire On The Mountain [15:21] ; Estimated Prophet [8:32] ; Saint Stephen [4:43] > Not Fade Away [16:22] > Saint Stephen [1:53] > Morning Dew [13:36]
Encore One More Saturday Night [4:54]

You can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod051107.mp3

My thanks to those of you who contributed to the Deadpod and KOPN so far - its not too late - if you'd like to make a contribution just click on the 'Make a Donation' button on the right hand side of the blog, and drop me a note that you'd like one of our new Deadpod Bumper Stickers!!

thanks so much for your support!!

Dead Show podcast for 4/2707

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 16:14:00 GMT

Here's a real treat from 1969.. this show starts with a great acoustic set, occasioned, says Jerry, because Billy has been delayed on his way there.. this week I'm bringing you both the acoustic and electric set (I've had to remove a couple of songs who were just cut too badly to broadcast). While there are several unfortunate cuts, I'm sure you're going to enjoy this beautiful and sometimes raucous, performance.

Grateful Dead McFarlin Auditorium, SMU Dallas, TX
Date 12/26/69 - Friday
One [2:14:44 +] Intro [0:49] ; The Monkey And The Engineer [1:36] ; [0:14] ; Little Sadie [3:30] ; [0:13] ; Long Black Limousine [4:38] ; [1:26] ; All Around This World [3:44] ; [1:51] ; Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet [2:35] ; [0:15] ; Black Peter [9:28] ; [1:52] ; Uncle John's Band [6:10] ; [0:15] % [0:20] ; Hard To Handle [4:28] ; [0:06] % [0:16] ; China Cat Sunflower [2:29] >Jam [3:36] > I Know You Rider [4:20] > High Time [7:08] ; [1:05] ; Dark Star [26:00#] ; Turn On Your Love Light [14:21]

As always you can listen to the Deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod042707.mp3

Thanks for your support!

Dead show/podcast for 4/20/07

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:36:00 GMT

I received some requests for this show from folks at VT - not something I could disregard. Its a solid show and I hope that it provides some catharsis as Grateful Dead music always has for me.. Here's hoping for just a little light.... Grateful Dead Cassell Coliseum - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA 4/14/78 - Friday Two Samson And Delilah [7:02] ; Ship Of Fools [7:30] ; Dancing In The Street [16:38] > Drums [20:28] > Space [3:16] > The Other One [8:07] > Black Peter [10:49] > Sugar Magnolia [9:06] Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:09] As always you can listen to the deadpod here: http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod042007.mp3

Dead Show podcast for 4/13/07

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 14:44:00 GMT

This week a show that caused a huge stir in the Deadhead community when it occurred, and a request from some of my kind listeners up in Vermont..
This show marked the return of St. Stephen for the first time since early 1979. The show has plenty of other great music, and I'm brining you the second set for your enjoyment..

Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York , NY
10/11/83 - Tuesday
Two China Cat Sunflower [7:41] > I Know You Rider [5:54] ; I Need A Miracle [4:51] > Bertha [6:02] > Space [3:32] > China Doll [8:09] > Drums [6:#47] > Space [10:15] > Saint Stephen [6:44] > Throwing Stones [9:27] > Touch Of Grey [6:12]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:09]

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod041307.mp3

Stay tuned - new deadpod bumper stickers are on the way! As always thanks for your support!!!

Dead show podcast for 4/6/07

Fri, 6 Apr 2007 11:28:00 GMT

This week we'll hear the rest of the second set from 11/9/79, Buffalo NY.
We'll begin with a jazzy Estimated Prophet, which goes into a heartfelt He's Gone. As the band goes into Drums and space a surprising Gloria jam foreshadows the rocking end of the second set.

Grateful Dead 11/09/79 Buffalo Auditorium Buffalo, NY
Estimated Prophet [13:12] > He's Gone (1) [19:08] > Drums [11:38] > Space [3:23] > Wharf Rat [11:22] > I Need A Miracle [4:02] > Bertha [6:15] > Good Lovin' [6:58]
Encore U.S. Blues [5:24]

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod040607.mp3

thanks for your support!

Dead show podcast for 3/30/07

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 17:42:00 GMT

Here's a really high-energy east coast show from the end of 1979.. This week we'll listen to the entire first set plus the fabulous disco-version of the second set opener, Dancin' In The Streets and a completely out there Franklin's Tower. This show is a great example of the early Brent influence on the band and I'm sure you'll enjoy it..

Grateful Dead
Buffalo Auditorium Buffalo, NY 11/9/79 - Friday
One Alabama Getaway [6:18] > The Promised Land [4:11] ; They Love Each Other [7:14] ; Cassidy [4:48] ; Loser [8:17] ; Lazy Lightnin' [3:38] > Supplication [5:07] ; Althea [9:19] ; Easy To Love You [3:32] ; Jack Straw [6:06]
Two Dancing In The Street [13:06] > Franklin's Tower [11:42]

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod033007.mp3

Have a great April and thanks for your support!!

Dead show podcast for 3/23/07

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 11:28:00 GMT

This week we have the pleasure of listening to the second set of the marvelous 11/11/73.. this is timeless, classic Dead... enough said..

Thanks to those of you who've sent in designs and ideas for a logo for a deadpod bumper sticker - there's still time if you haven't got around to it - I'm going to wait about one more week to decide on what to try and have printed -- Thanks!!!

Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA 11/11/73 - Sunday

Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [7:38] ; Big River [5:15] ; Dark Star [31:05] > Mind Left Body Jam [4:10] > Eyes Of The World [12:#54] > China Doll [5:10] ; Sugar Magnolia [10:02]
Encore Uncle John's Band [7:15] ; Johnny B. Goode > And We Bid You Good Night

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod032307.mp3

As always thanks for your support!!

Dead Show podcast for 3/16/07

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:03:00 GMT

I had a different show in mind until I discovered that this show had become available - this is one of the greatest shows of one of the greatest years in the history of the Grateful Dead.. While I often try to bring you "lesser-known" moments in GD history, this show merits an extended listening....

Grateful Dead Winterland Arena San Francisco, CA
11/11/73 - Sunday
One The Promised Land > Bertha > Greatest Story Ever Told ; Sugaree ; Black Throated Wind ; To Lay Me Down ; El Paso ; Ramble On Rose ; Me And Bobby McGee ; China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; Me And My Uncle ; Loose Lucy ; Weather Report Suite Prelude [1:18] > Weather Report Suite Part 1 [4:18] > Let It Grow [8:49]

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod031607.mp3

Enjoy!!

Dead show podcast for 3/9/07

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 12:21:00 GMT

Its finally starting to feel like Spring here in Missouri, and for some reason that led me to bring you this fine Jerry Garcia Band show this week. Hopefully this fine electric second set from 1987 will bring a smile to your face as it did mine this week..

Jerry Garcia Band, 8-29-1987 French's Camp on the Eel River, Piercy, CA

Electric Set 1

How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)
Forever Young
Get Out Of My Life Woman
Run For The Roses
And It Stoned Me
My Sisters And Brothers
Deal

Electric Set 2

Harder They Come
I Shall Be Released
Think
Evangeline
Gomorrah
Let It Rock
That Lucky Old Sun (Just Rolls Around Heaven All Day)
Tangled Up In Blue

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod030907.mp3

Dead show podcast for 3/2/07

Fri, 2 Mar 2007 13:57:00 GMT

This week a bit of a change of pace, as I decided to bring you a late-era Dead show. Despite that, its a fine set, highlighted by a wonderful China Cat->Rider and perhaps the penultimate version of Standing on the Moon. All in all an excellent second set and I hope you enjoy it..

Grateful Dead Autzen Stadium - University of Oregon Eugene, OR
8/21/93 - Saturday
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; Way To Go Home ; Truckin' (1) > Good Morning Little Schoolgirl (1) > Smokestack Lightnin' (1) > Drums > Space > The Last Time (1) > Standing On The Moon > One More Saturday Night
(1) with Huey Lewis on harmonica

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod030207.mp3

Dead show/podcast for 2/23/07

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 12:35:00 GMT

In this week's show we continue with the second set from 12/28.78 - this starts with a rockin' high-energy Shakedown Street.. check out the great transition jam from Estimated into Eyes.. All in all I'm sure you're going to enjoy this one..

Grateful Dead Golden Hall - San Diego Community Concourse San Diego, CA
12/28/78 - Thursday
Shakedown Street [11:21] ; From The Heart Of Me ; Estimated Prophet [11:42] > Eyes Of The World [9:17] > Drums [7:41] > Space [2:53] > Truckin'[8:26] > Wharf Rat [10:08] > Sugar Magnolia [9:02]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:05]

As always you can listen to the deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod022307.mp3

Enjoy and thanks for listening!

Deadshow podcast for 02/16/07

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 13:48:00 GMT

This week, a listener suggestion I think you'll enjoy.. a great show from the end of 1978. This show starts with a smoking Sugaree, and I'm sure you're going to enjoy it..

Grateful Dead Golden Hall - San Diego Community Concourse San Diego, CA
12/28/78 - Thursday
One: Sugaree [14:13] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:12] ; Dire Wolf [3:51] ; Looks Like Rain [7:23] ; Stagger Lee [6:22] ; Me And My Uncle [2:58] > Big River [5:#28] ; Candyman [7:33] ; New Minglewood Blues [5:03] ; Tennessee Jed [9:12] ; Lazy Lightnin' [3:34] > Supplication [5:19]

A BIG THANK YOU!! to everyone who contributed to the station and the podcast during our Winter pledge drive. I can't tell you how wonderful it is to have your support in keeping the music alive!

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod021607.mp3

Deadshow podcast for 02/09/07

Fri, 9 Feb 2007 13:47:00 GMT

This week I'm bringing you the second set from 8/30/81.. Due to our longer format I'm going to include everything but the encore.. I think you'll really enjoy Jerry's vocals on this Stella Blue, and I find myself really enjoying the energy on this set..

Grateful Dead - August 30, 1981 Compton Terrace Amphitheatre Tempe, AZ

Samson And Delilah [7:44] ; Ship Of Fools [8:19] ; Estimated Prophet [12:47] > He's Gone [14:11] > Drums [#7:17] > Space [5:07] > The Other One [10:06] > Stella Blue [10:36] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:12] > Good Lovin' [7:47#]

You can listen to this week's deadpod here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020907.mp3

I do need to ask for your help to be able to keep podcasting this show. Its our winter pledge drive for KOPN, our community radio station, and I do so hope you'll consider making a donation. Its your support that allows me to publish these shows every week, without it I won't be able to do so. Please consider making a donation by clicking the donation button on the right side of the blog (http://deadshow.blogspot.com). Thanks so much..

Deadshow podcast for 02/02/07

Fri, 2 Feb 2007 13:56:00 GMT

Happy Groundhog day!
This week, an overlooked show that I think is quite fine.. from 1981, a very original setlist and some fine playing, I think you'll enjoy it..

It's also the start of our pledge drive on the radio station, so its time for me to ask you for your support for the podcast, and the radio show. If you'd see it in your heart (and budget) to make a donation to the show, I'd greatly appreciate it! You can contribute by simply clicking on the 'Make a donation' button on the right hand side of the blog.. thanks so much!

Grateful Dead Compton Terrace Amphitheatre Tempe, AZ 8/30/81 - Sunday
One Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [8:37] > Franklin's Tower [9:26] > New Minglewood Blues [6:43] ; Tennessee Jed [8:12] ; Mama Tried [2:39] > Mexicali Blues [4:24] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [#1:13] ; Beat It On Down The Line [3:07] ; Cumberland Blues [5:26] > Looks Like Rain [8:20] ; Might As Well [4:15]

My thanks to Jeff Fishman for this show..

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod020207.mp3

thanks again!

Dead Show podcast for 1/26/07

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 21:40:00 GMT

This week I get to satisfy two different kinds of requests... I had a few nice folks who wanted to hear more from last week's podcast.. 4/14/72, so we're going to really get into the heart of the show tonight. I've also had a few folks telling me that they would really like it if the deadpod were longer each week.. well I'm going to try it out tonight and see how it goes.. let me know if you like it!

This week's show is truly a classic, check out the wild Pigpen raps in Caution...
Grateful Dead Tivolis Koncertsal KÃbenhavn (Copenhagen), DÃnemark (Denmark)
4/14/72 - Friday

Dark Star [28:34] > Sugar Magnolia [6:56] ; Good Lovin' [18:19] > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [4:40] > Who Do You Love? [0:20] > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) [2:15] > Good Lovin' [2:38] (2) ; Ramble On Rose [5:47] ; Not Fade Away [5:46] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:54] > Not Fade Away [2:36]
Encore One More Saturday Night [4:37]

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod012607.mp3

Let me know how you like the longer format..and thanks for your support that makes it possible!!!

Deadshow podcast for 01/19/07

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 13:50:00 GMT

Hello Friends!
For some reason I always find that the shows from the European 72 tour sound especially good to my ears during the Winter. This week I decided to bring you part of a very nice show from Copenhagen Denmark from April 1972. I think you'll enjoy it - I know I always love having Pigpen in the mix..

Grateful Dead Tivolis Koncertsal KÃbenhavn (Copenhagen), DÃnemark (Denmark)
4/14/72 - Friday
Bertha [5:46] ; Mr. Charlie [3:35] ; You Win Again [3:35] ; Black Throated Wind [5:48] ; Chinatown Shuffle [2:34] ; Loser [6:12] ; Me And Bobby McGee [5:#40] ; Cumberland Blues [4:16] ; Playing In The Band [11:16] ; Tennessee Jed [7:13]

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod011907.mp3

Dead Show podcast for 1/12/07

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 15:26:00 GMT

This week, a classic late 70s show that I'm sure you're going to enjoy.

Grateful Dead - April 6, 1978
Curtis Hixon Hall - Tampa, FL

It Must Have Been The Roses [6:06] ;Estimated Prophet [12:17] > He's Gone [12:28]
The Other One [15:46] > Wharf Rat [11:21]

I think you'll enjoy the sound of this one. As always my thanks for your support..
the professor

as always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod011207.mp3

Dead Show podcast for 1/5/07

Fri, 5 Jan 2007 16:07:00 GMT

This week, a really nice recording of a show from the end of 1990.

Grateful Dead 12/09/90 Compton Terrace Amphitheatre Chandler, AZ

Hell In A Bucket 6:58> Bertha 8:03 Little Red Rooster 9:18 Jack-A-Roe 5:15 Maggie's Farm 7:28 Black Throated Wind 7:09 Bird Song 14:15 Valley Road 4:43

Thanks for listening and for your continuing support..
be well and enjoy..

Deadshow podcast for 12/29/06

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 17:02:00 GMT

Happy New Year everyone! This week I decided to bring you part of a NYE show from 20 years ago... 12/31/86 a really nice show and I think you'll enjoy it..
I want to thank all of you for listening and for your kind support and hope you'll continue to enjoy the podcast in 2007!!

Grateful Dead - December 31, 1986 Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center Oakland, CA
New Years Countdown->Touch of Gray->Let It Grow, Wharf Rat->Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad->Turn on Your Lovelight, Gimme Some Lovin'->When Push Comes To Shove, Box of Rain,
In The Midnight Hour->Brokedown Palace

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122906.mp3

Be safe and have a very Happy New Years!
the professor

Dead Show/podcast for 12/22/06

Sat, 23 Dec 2006 02:29:00 GMT

Merry Christmas!!
This week I continue my tradition of bringing you some holiday acoustic music for your entertainment.. I think you'll enjoy this!!

Garcia & Grisman
Warfield Theater; San Francisco, CA
2/2/91
from Set 2:The Thrill Is Gone [6:06] [0:35] Old Rockin' Chair [8:06] [0:05] So What? [8:24] [0:57] Off To Sea Once More [5:39] ->Friend Of The Devil [6:51] [1:19] Dawg's Waltz [5:00] [0:05] Arabia [16:49] [0:20]
--Encore--
10. Ripple
Garcia/Grisman, 12/8/91, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen jam..

As always the podcast can be found here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod122206.mp3

Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah
the Professor

Dead Show podcast for 12/15/06

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 15:18:00 GMT

This week.. some primal Dead for your holiday enjoyment.....

Grateful Dead - November 2, 1969
Family Dog at the Great Highway
San Francisco, CA

Dark Star [30:07] > St. Stephen [6:18] > The Eleven [12:58] > Death Don't Have No Mercy [10:44]

You can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod121506.mp3

Thanks for your support...
the professor

Deadshow podcast for 12/08/06

Fri, 8 Dec 2006 16:38:00 GMT

This week, from an excellent listener request, I'm bringing you part of the second set from 11/30/80, Fox Theater, Atlanta GA.
I think you'll agree the boys were really inspired this night..

please note: I posted a slightly different version of the podcast this morning, but decided to replace it with this one, I hope that if you grabbed the first one you'll enjoy the additions.. thanks!

Grateful Dead Fox Theater Atlanta, GA 11/30/80 - Sunday
from set 1: It Must Have Been The Roses [7:01] ; Lost Sailor [6:22] > Saint Of Circumstance [6:33] > Deal [6:20#]

Scarlet Begonias [11:41] > Fire On The Mountain [10:33] ; Samson And Delilah [7:11]

As always the podcast can be heard here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod120806.mp3

Thanks for listening and for your support!!!This week, from an excellent listener request, I'm bringing you part of the second set from 11/30/80, Fox Theater, Atlanta GA.
I think you'll agree the boys were really inspired this night, if you enjoy it, I'll bring you the rest of the second set next week..

Grateful Dead Fox Theatre Atlanta, GA 11/30/80 - Sunday

Scarlet Begonias [11:41] > Fire On The Mountain [10:33] ; Samson And Delilah [7:11] ; Ship Of Fools [8:43] ; Playing In The Band [15:52] > Drums

As always the podcast can be heard here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod120806.mp3

Thanks for listening and for your support!!!

Deadshow podcast for 12/01/06

Sat, 2 Dec 2006 00:34:00 GMT

It snowed so much here last night that I won't make it to the radio station tonight to play this, but here it is for all of my listeners on the internet.. I do hope you enjoy it, its the result of a request I received via email.. thanks for listening and for your support!!!

Grateful Dead Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Stadium Oakland, CA
Date 2/21/91 - Thursday
One Help On The Way > Slipknot! > Franklin's Tower ; Little Red Rooster ; Loser ; Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again ; Tennessee Jed

As always you can listen to the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod120106.mp3

Enjoy and be well my friends!

Deadshow podcast for 11/24/06

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 18:48:00 GMT

Dead Show/podcast for 11/24/06

I hope all of you had a wonderful thanksgiving! I like to play some acoustic music around the holidays, so I'm going to continue that tradition this week with some tasty selections from both the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia playing with David Grisman..

Grateful Dead Warfield Theatre San Francisco, CA
Date 10/13/80 - Monday On The Road Again [2:52] ; Bird Song [7:21] ; El Paso [3:57] ; To Lay Me Down [7:53] ; Heaven Help The Fool [5:42] ; Jack-A-Roe [3:50] ; The Race Is On [2:43] ; Ripple [3:24#]

Garcia & Grisman Warfield Theater; San Francisco, CA 2/2/91
When First Unto This Country [3:42] Handsome Cabin Boy [6:07] I Truly Understand [4:47] Man Of Constant Sorrow [3:22]

As always the podcast can be found here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod112406.mp3

Deadshow podcast for 11/17/06

Fri, 17 Nov 2006 17:25:00 GMT

Thanks to an email pointing out that I'd been playing only 70s Dead recently, I decided to bring you this outstanding set from 1986...

Grateful Dead - December 27, 1986
Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center
Oakland, CA
set 2: The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo) [4:17] ; Dancing In The Street [7:00] > Black Muddy River [5:41] > Playing In The Band Jam [3:54] > I Need A Miracle [5:19]
Space [6:03] > Truckin' [5:49] > Smokestack Lightnin' [3:35] > Comes A Time [7:03] > Around And Around [3:59] > Playing In The Band [2:38]

As always you can find the podcast here:
http://www.libsyn.com/media/deadshow/deadpod111706.mp3

Welcome to Liberated Syndication

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This default podcast has been automatically generated by the libsyn system. Feel free to delete it at any time. Welcome to Liberated Syndication, and happy casting