Dave's Picks Volume 26: Albuquerque Civic Auditorium, NM 11/17/71

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October 3, 2017 - 1:24pm

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The unexpected return of the masters of the Grateful Dead's triumphant show at the Albuquerque Civic Auditorium, November 17, 1971, yields great rewards. The Dead came in HOT for their first New Mexico show. Aided by clarity and precision and abetted by confidence and focus, they finessed old standards with definitive takes. With Keith now blending in seamlessly on keys, the first set offered up a triple shot of electric Blues, an exceptional "You Win Again," and a stellar "One More Saturday Night" to wrap things up. And the second set, well, it might just be unlike any you've ever heard. Archivist David Lemieux urges you to turn it up and do it loudly. We won't dare spoil all the surprises, but pay special attention to the rippin' "Sugar Magnolia," the aggressively monstrous "The Other One," and the highly-danceable "Not Fade>GDTRFB>Not Fade." Rounding out the 3CDs, you'll find selections from Pigpen's return tour at Ann Arbor, MI, 12/14/71. Subscribers will get nearly all of the complete show as this year's bonus disc.

As always, Dave's Picks Volume 26 has been mastered to HDCD specs from the original analog tapes by Jeffrey Norman and is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

*Limited to 2 per order. Very limited quantity available.

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June 4, 2018 - 11:23am

#421

daverock

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1979 jams

I am not sure why 1979 has been overlooked-all the released shows I have, together with their various extras have been great. Maybe all the others were rubbish! Shouldn't think so. 27th October was also a highlight of 30 Trips, too. I like the jams from this year. Maybe because Brent was new, he and the band hadn't quite figured out what direction the jams should go in. This shows, I think, in the playing. The best ones sound as though they could go anywhere-a good example of the music playing the band. They sound a bit out of control-but in a good way. I liked Brent's use of synthesizer during these late 79 shows, too. In fact, they are my favourite shows with him in the band. If there isn't enough for a good box set, maybe a show form this year would make a good Dave's Picks.
June 4, 2018 - 10:23am

#422

DaveStrang

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November 9, 2011

1979 - Dave Rock

A quick scan showed you were most correct regarding bonus material from RT 3.1 - when I was looking thru my Dead catalogue to see when the last release was, DP5 was the leader until I remembered the RT series came later. Thanks for the correction.While I wouldn't mind a '79 box, I find it odd that it's almost 10 years (discounting the download series) since there's been a '79 release. Granted, there might not be enough quality shows for a box set due to the absence of master tapes or sub-par performances, since Brent was new to the band. In any case the announcement should come soon. Edit: '79 download would have been #14 I believe.
June 4, 2018 - 9:43am

#423

Mytime

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some Corgis are Pembrokes, but not the Queen's

so the clue must be in the smoky shatner video.
June 4, 2018 - 8:19am

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Dennis

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November 1, 2012

Paul Simon

Just for FYI, caught Simon in Dallas on Friday. Nice show, here's setlist 1. America 2. 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover 3. The Boy in the Bubble 4. Dazzling Blue 5. That Was Your Mother 6. Rewrite 7. Mother and Child Reunion 8. Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard 9. Rene and Georgette Magritte With Their Dog After the War 10. Can't Run But 11. Wristband 12. Spirit Voices 13. The Obvious Child 14. Questions for the Angels 15. The Cool, Cool River 16. Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes 17. You Can Call Me Al Encore: 18. Kodachrome 19. Gumboots 20. Still Crazy After All These Years Encore 2: 21. Homeward Bound 22. Graceland 23. The Boxer 24. Late in the Evening 25. American Tune 26. The Sound of Silence
June 4, 2018 - 8:14am

#425

Cousins Of The…

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45s

The latest cover is nicely executed, but does not reflect the look and feel of the time period the original came out of. The Ripple artwork looks expecially morbid to me, not what the song is about. The skeleton theme is way overdone by now, my opinion of course!Other side kinda' reminds me of the first Madness LP :-)
June 4, 2018 - 8:00am

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Dennis

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Current 45

Seems the comments are dead in the 45 section. Don't know how many bought the 45 collections, but the latest cover art was very nice. I'd post, but don't know how. Some will be sad, it had skeletons (but no beards!).
June 4, 2018 - 7:58am

#427

Dennis

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Back to Jersey

Hope someone finds that info useful.
June 4, 2018 - 7:57am

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Dennis

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For New Jersey People

Not sure if this is gonna work. My buddy in Jersey sees a lot of bands, sent me this newsletter he gets. I'm gonna attempt a cut and paste, it's a long newsletter so only if you live in Jersey will it be of some interest. FYI - We go to see the blues band Kelley, Ellis & Flynn when we get the chance. They are very good - you should check them out if you get the chance. Their drummer, Jim "Jamo" Flynn, sends out a weekly news letter "JAMO's Jams & Gigs" with a list of music events happening in our NJ/PA area. I'm forwarding you the latest copy. Send Jim an email to get on his list if you are interested. Eric +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Bring a friend out to a live music venue this week! Welcome To JAMO'S Jams & Gigs for 5/30/2018, issue #515! It's time to send me your June schedules! For all newbies - this is a free newsletter that lists gigs and jams in NJ and PA, within about 50 miles of the Clinton-Easton area. You are welcome to share it and join the list - your emails are NEVER shared with anyone. Support live music - page down for NJ and PA gigs & Jams! Words for the week - Make an effort to bring a non-musician out to hear some live music. We need more audiences everywhere! PLEASE POST THIS TO YOUR FACEBOOK PAGE - THANKS!! https://www.facebook.com/jamosjamsandgigs/ GIGS IN NJ: Thursday, 5/31: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * Walter Bibinger will be a guest On Homegrown Radio's, "The Radio Kiosk,with Kate" for the 12pm-1pm hour paying a musical Tribute to the late pianist/composer/producer Bob Dorough. * PJ Parker and Lee Tomboulian are at the Cozy Cupboard in Convent Station from 6:30-9:30. * Vin Mott's Rhythm & Blues Band is at the Great Notch Inn in Little Falls at 9. Friday, 6/1: * The Bob Lanza Blues Band is at the Pattenburg House at 8. * Whiskey Mansion is at the Rock Creek Tavern in Phillipsburg from 8-12. Saturday, 6/2: * I'm with the Homewreckers at the Top O the Hill Tavern in Bridgewater at 9. * Vin Mott's R&B Band is at Tierney's Tavern Fest in Montclair at 2 pm, and again Ruthie's in Montclair from 7-9. * Dutch & Roman are at the Rathskeller in Frenchtown at 9. * The Black Cross Band is at the Pattenburg House from 8-12. * The Crossfire Rock & Blues Band is at the Blue Moon in South Amboy from 9-12. * The Rodeo Gypsies Quartet is at the Publick House in Chester from 7-10:30. * The Intoxitunes are at Rolf's in Warren at 9. * The Little Raymond Band is at Hailey's Harp Pub in Metuchen at 9. Sunday, 6/3: * The Bluz Hounds are at the Asbury Coffee Mill in Asbury at 11 am. * Andy Lackow & Mess Around are at the Fort Lee Arts Festival from 1:30-2:30 pm. * Vin Mott's Rhythm & Blues Band is at Aquamania Patrick's Pub in Hopatcong at 4:30. Thursday, 6/7: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * Friday, 6/8: * I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Pattenburg House at 8. * Naked Jake is at Flynn's in Phillipsburg. * The Michael Geiter Band is at the Drought House in Washington at 8. Saturday, 6/9: * I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Clinton Elks Music Festival from 6-7. Other bands include the Craig Sailer Project, Venture To Zen, Jewels Among Thieves, and 90 Proof. Music starts at 3. * The Black Cross Band is at Kerwin's in Dunellen. * Lost In Place is at the Beneduce Vineyards. * Mamas Stew is at the Top O the Hill Tavern in Bridgewater at 9. * The Bob Lanza Blues Band is at the Somerville outdoor concert series on Division Street at 6. * Jewels Among Thieves is at the Clinton Elks Music Fest in Pittstown from 4:30-7:30. * Walt Bibinger is with Tom DiCarlo on bass and Bill Goodwin on drums at Parkfest, a rain or shine festival at Breadlock in Stewartsville from11am-1pm. Sunday, 6/10: * The Clinton Elks Music Festival starts at 3, featuring The Darren Demarco Band, Phido, The Black Cross Band, and the Honey Badgers. Thursday, 6/14: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * Inch & The Echoes are at Shappell Park in Phillipsburg from 6-9. Friday, 6/15: * I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Black Horse Inn in Mendham at 8:30. * Mary Albani is at the Westbrook Tavern in Bound Brook from 5:30-8. * The Fat Daddies are at The Pattenburg House from 8-12. Saturday, 6/16: * I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Office in Montclair at 9. * Invited Guest is at the Top O the Hill Tavern in Bridgewater at 9. * Joe Mama is at the Pattenburg House from 8-12. Sunday, 6/17: * The Bob Lanza Blues Band is at the Alba Vineyard in Milford from 1-4. Thursday, 6/21: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * The Swingtime Dolls and Truth & Soul are at Shappell Park in Phillipsburg from 6-9. Friday, 6/22: * The Bob Lanza Blues Band is at Ruthie's BBQ in Montclair at 7. * The Wooden Ships Band is at Artie's in Frenchtown from 9-12. Saturday, 6/23: * Just Cruisin is at the Top O the Hill Tavern in Bridgewater at 9. * Section 8 is at Roxy & Duke's in Dunellen from 7pm - 2 am. * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) Thursday, 6/14: * Crazy Hearts is at Shappell Park in Phillipsburg from 6-9. * The Wooden Ships Band is at the Brass Rail in Phillipsburg from 9-12. Wednesday, 6/27: * Walt Bibinger is with with singer/songwriter/guitarist Dennis D'Amico at the Pattenburg House from 7-10pm. Friday, 6/29: * I'm with Big Bone Daddy at Donaldson Farms in Hackettstown from 6-9. Saturday, 6/30: * Rob Trout and the Flounders are at the Top O the Hill Tavern in Bridgewater at 9. * Kinderhook is at the Pattenburg House from 8-12. * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) Thursday, 7/12: * A Few Good Men is at Shappell Park in Phillipsburg from 6-9. * The Little Raymond Band is at the Black Horse Pub in Metuchen at 8. ♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ GIGS IN PA: Thursday, 5/31: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * George Hrab is at the Sun Inn Courtyard in Bethlehem. * The Funky Dawgs Brass Band is at the Levitt Pavilion at the Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. * KATO is at Christopher's at the Knights Of Columbus in Allentown from 7-10. Friday, 6/1: * Alias is at the Coplay Saengerbund. * The Groove Merchants are at the Catasauqua Park from 7-10. * Paul Thorn and the Blind Boys of Alabama are at the Levitt Pavilion at the Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. * Walter Bibinger and vocalist Michele Bautier are at Black & Blue in Easton from 8:00-11:00. Saturday, 6/2: * Wicked Beaver is at the Trum Tavern from 9:30-1:30. * Naked Jake is at Jeff's Club in Bethlehem. * The Southbound Band is at the Overlook in Portland on rt. 611 from 5-9. * Walt Bibinger is solo at Muellers General Store & Kitchen from 6-8pm. Weather permitting. * The Allan Meyerson Jazz Quartet is at the Lafayette Bar in Easton from 9:30-12:30. * Fraser-Thomas is at Stefano's Sicilian Grille in Northampton from 7-10. Sunday, 6/3: * Walt Bibinger is with vocalist Michele Bautier at the Deer Head Inn from 5-8pm. * Tower Suite is at Meuser Park in Easton from 6-8. Wednesday, 6/6: * The Music Of Allen & Dieruff is at the PPL Plaza in Allentown. * James Supra is at the Steel Pub in Bethlehem from 7-10. * KATO is at the Lehigh Valley Active Life Dance in Allentown from 1-4. Thursday, 6/7: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * Dutch & Roman are at the Bethlehem Farmer's Market at noon. * The Trouble City All Stars are at the Sun Inn Courtyard in Bethlehem. Friday, 6/8: * I'm with Big Bone Daddy at Porter's Pub in Easton. * Wooden Ships is at the Lakeside in Saylorsburg at 9. * The Aardvarks are at the Coplay Saengerbund - $5 cover. * Common Bond is at the Catasauqua Park from 7-10. * The Wooden Ships Band is at the Lakeside in Saylorsburg from 9-12. Saturday, 6/9: * Allentown Blues & Barbeque in Allentown - check out the picture on the right. * Crazy Hearts is at Hammerhead in Northampton from 3-6. * Hannah Gill & The Hours are at the Levitt Pavilion at the Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. * Charlie Brown's Notorious Groove is at the Hill To Hill Grill Grill at the Comfort Suites from 8-12. * June Thomas is solo at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes-Barre from 8:30-11:30. Sunday, 6/10: * Walt Bibinger is with George Torella on Percussion at the Bayou Bethlehem Jazz Brunch 11am-2pm. 702 Hawthorne Road Bethlehem,PA 610-419-6669 Wednesday, 6/13: * Tony Gairo & Lou Lanza are at the PPL Plaza in Allentown. * The Norm is at the Steel Pub in Bethlehem from 7-10. Thursday, 6/14: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * The James Supra/Sarah Ayers Band is at the Sun Inn Courtyard in Bethlehem. * Lou Pompilio is at the Plumsteadville Inn. Friday, 6/15: * Grooveitude is at the Catasauqua Park from 7-10. * KATO is at Louie's Restaurant in Allentown from 7-10. * The Smith Compound Band is at the Coplay Saengerbund. * June Thomas is solo at the Spring House Tavern in Lower Gwynnedd from 7-9. Saturday, 6/16: * Dutch & Roman are at the Naceville Hotel in Sellersville. * Wicked Beaver is at Jabber Jaws. * Rob Fraser is with the Mississippi Pig Farmers at the New Jerusalem Inn from 9-12. Sunday, 6/17: * The Southern Avenue Band is at the Levitt Pavilion at the Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. * Walt Bibinger is with Vocalist Michele Bautier at the Church of the MountainConcert from 6-7:30pm. Main St. Delaware Water Gap, Pa FREE. Wednesday, 6/20: * Lazy Dogma is at the PPL Plaza in Allentown. * Alias is at the Steel Pub in Bethlehem from 7-10. Thursday, 6/21: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) * The Nancy Coletti Trio is at the Hotel Bethlehem from 6:30-9:30. * Sunshine Symphony is at the Sun Inn Courtyard in Bethlehem. Friday, 6/22: * Steel Creek is at the Catasauqua Park from 7-10. * KATO is at at Ye Olde Spring Valley Tavern in Bethlehem from 8-11. Saturday, 6/23: * Wicked Beaver is at the Riders Resort. * Naked Jake is at Dubbs in Easton. * Brother JT, the Dave Goddess Group, Ronnie Rock & the Trendsetters, Psychic Warriors, Glue Factory, Wormwood Scrubs, and Big Handsome are at the Alternative Gallery in Allentown. $10, music starts at 5. Wednesday, 6/27 * Real West is at the PPL Plaza in Allentown. * Triple Dog Dare is at the Steel Pub in Bethlehem from 7-10. * Girl Crue is at the Sun Inn Courtyard in Bethlehem. Thursday, 6/28: * Ted Lyons hosts The Honky Tonk Roadhouse every Thursday from 6 am - 9am on WDVR (89.7fm, 90.5 fm, 91.9fm, and streaming at www.wdvrfm.org) Friday, 6/29: * The Carribean Steel Rhythm Band is at the Catasauqua Park from 7-10. * June Thomas is solo at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes-Barre from 8:30-11:30. Saturday, 6/30: * The Pokey LaFarge Band is at the Levitt Pavilion at the Steel Stacks in Bethlehem. * Craig Kastelnik is solo at the Mohegan Sun Casino in Wilkes-Barre from 8:30-11:30. ♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ JAMS IN NJ: Every Monday: Jam from 9-1 at the Great Notch Inn in Little Falls hosted by Dean Shot. Every Tuesday: Open Mic at the Ship Inn in Milford at 8:30. Every Tuesday: Jam at the Stanhope House at 8, new host. Every Tuesday: Jam at SuzyQue's BBQ in West Orange hosted by Andy Lackow. Every Wednesday: There's a Bluegrass jam at the Dragonfly Music & Coffee Cafe In Somerville. Every Wednesday: Acoustic Open Mic from 8-11, Hosted by Mark Mayer at The New Westbrook Tavern in Bound Brook. Every Wednesday: There's a jam at the American Spirits Roadhouse at 8 hosted by John Cannavo. Backline provided. Every Wednesday: There's a jam at Maggie Murray's in Dunellen hosted by Bob Lanza starting in September. Every Thursday: Jam at The General Saloon in Old Bridge Blues Jam hosted by Bob DelRosso. Every Thursday: Open Mic Night at the Dragonfly Music & Coffee Cafe in Somerville from 7-10. Every Thursday: Jam at the Blue Moon in South Amboy hosted by Ted Lambert at 8. Every Sunday: The Somerset Jazz Consortium hosts a jam at Maggy Murray's in Dunellen from 1-5pm. JAMS IN PA: Every Monday: A jam at Roccanova's in Stroudsburg hosted by Tony Diecidue at 7. Every Monday: A New open mic at Hava Java in Allentown from 7-11. $2 cover, $3 minimum purchase. Every 3rd Monday: Earl Andrews hosts a jam at the Whitehall Public Library from 6:30-8:30. Every other Monday: Jam at the Funhouse in Bethlehem from 10-1. Drums, Bass amp, 1 guitar amp provided. Bring your axe & rig. Every Tuesday: Open mic/karaoke at the Bowers Hotel hosted by Phil Stahl at 7:00. Every Tuesday: The Jetport Open Mic starts at 5:30. Broadcast live on internet radio at www.rockingthevalley.com Every Tuesday: from 9-12 am at the Essence Hookah Lounge in Bethlehem - all genre friendly. 18+. Hosted by Tim Harakal and Zach Jones. Every Tuesday: Paul Boddy and the SlideWinder Blues Band hosts the BLUES JAM at PUCK's on TUESDAY nite.. 8-11 or 12 Every Tuesday: Rocking the Valley hosts Meet the Bands from 7-8pm and Afterhours - 8-9 PM at the Blue Monkey in Catasauqua. rockingthevalley@yahoo.com Every Last Tuesday: Jazz & Blues Jam at the Washington House in Sellersville hosted by ROMAN. Every Other Tuesday: Jam at the Quality Inn in Stroudsburg from 8-11. Every Other Tuesday: Jam at the Shanty on 19th at 8:30 in Allentown, hosted by Dana Gaynor and Friends. Every Other Wednesday: JAZZ JAM with Joe Mixon, Steve Rosati and Lorenzo from 7-10 at the Artisan Wine and Cheese Cellars which is located in the same complex as the Wooden Match. Every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesday: Phil Stahl runs an open mic at the Bally Hotel at 7:30 - 1st act of night 10 song set for WPFS net radio show. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday: The Bluberry Jam is at Rival's in Easton from 7-10. Every Wednesday: Mitch Shelly & Andy Killcoyne host The Hot Acoustic Jam at The Riegelsville Inn at 7:30pm Every Wednesday: Jam at the Leather Corner Post from 8-11 alternately hosted by Dana Gaynor and the American Street Band. Every Wednesday: Tim Harakal hosts an open mic at the Blue Monkey Sports Bar in Catasauqua from 7-10. Every Wednesday: Acoustic Open Mic at Bonnie & Clyde's in Lehighton at 6:30. Hosted by Mike Stanley and Phil Stahl. Every Wednesday: Jam at the Shanty on 19th in Allentown at 8, hosted by Jake Kaligis & Friends. Every Wednesday: Open jam at the Jetport in Allentown from 8-11. Every Wednesday: Lenny G & the Soulsendershost an open mic at the Raven's Nest in Quakertown at 8. Every Thursday: The jam at the Wooden Match - run by Cannavo/Siftar/Walter at 8. Every Thursday: Billy Bauer hosts an singer/songwriter/acoustic open mic at Arts Quest. Every other Thursday: Dana Gaynor and the American Street Band alternate as hosts at a jam at the Leather Corner Post at 8. Every Thursday: Phil Stahl runs an open mic at the Krumsville at 9pm. No backline just pa system plain old open mic. Every Thursday: A New open mic at Hava Java in Allentown from 7-11. $2 cover, $3 minimum purchase. Every Thursday: Acoustic Open Mic at Hardball Cider in Bethlehem at 6:30, hosted by Will Kiss. Last Friday of every month: Phil Stahl runs an open mic at the Mansion House of Summit Hill from 7-10. Every other Friday: Jam at Stemie's hosted by The Big Wahu from 6-9. Starts 10/23. 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month: Phil Stahl runs an open mic at the Wingman Bar & Grill in East Greenville at 7:30. ♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫♫ My gig schedule * Many have asked, so I'm adding my personal schedule here. * Saturday, 6/2: I'm with the Homewreckers at the Top O Th Hill in Bridgewater at 9. * Friday, 6/8: I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Pattenburg House at 8. * Saturday, 6/9: I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Clinton Elks Music Festival from 6-7 pm. * Friday, 6/15: I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Black Horse Inn in Mendham at 8:30. * Saturday, 6/16: I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Office in Montclair from 9-12. * Friday, 6/29: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at Donaldson Farms in Hackettstown from 6-9. * Saturday, 7/14: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at the Sarah Street Grill in Stroudsburg PA from 8:30-11:30. * Friday, 7/20: I'm with the Bob Delrosso Band at the Crossroads in Garwood. * Friday, 7/27: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at 8:00 at Jamageddon at the American Spirits Roadhouse, and again with the Bob Delrosso Band at 10:30. * Saturday, 8/4: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at the Kleinfest for a private show. * Sunday, 8/4: I'm with Big Bone Daddy on the Liederplatz Stage for Musikfest in Bethlehem, PA from 9-11. * Sunday, 8/5: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at the Mady's Snow Day benefit at Barley Creek Park in Tannersville PA. * Saturday, 8/11: I'm with Big Bone Daddy from 3-4 at the Operation Chillout Benefit at Vasa Park in Budd Lake, NJ. * Friday, 8/31: I'm with Kelley, Ellis & Flynn at the Pattenburg House at 8. * Friday, 10/5: I'm with Big Bone Daddy at Chicago/Club Gravity in Allentown. SUBSCRIBE to the newsletter HERE!!!! ********************************************************************* LOCAL CDs: * Dutch's Basement Blues Band has a new CD out called "In The Basement" Get it here: https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dutchsbasementbluesband * Snakeman Runyan has a new CD out - $15- you can get it from him at 44 School Road, Whitehouse Station NJ, 08889, or contact him on Facebook. * My friend Joe Cirotti has a new CD out called "RERUNS", and it's available on Bandcamp, iTunes, and more. * TED LYONS has a new CD - "Songs From The River"!!! It is on Amazon, CD Baby, Spotify, iTunes * The Bob Lanza Blues Band: "Time To Let Go" - available on CD Baby, iTunes and Amazon. * Chip Mergott has another brand new release out now called I Can't Stop Myself. (See the picture below). It's available on CDBaby. Click here: http://cdbaby.com/cd/chipmergott14 Demo videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=heoPCPSfUw8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buWF3aGSE9o * Rob Wortzel has a new CD out - it's called "Lucky Man", and you can get a copy at cdbaby.com/robwortzel/ ******************************************************************************** LOCAL MUSIC NEWS: * From Walt Bibinger: Here is a link to a YouTube slideshow video for Kathy Phillips "Forever With You", which is the lead off track from her 2017 release "Soul Catcher". The cd is available at CDBaby and kathyphillips.com, where you can preview tracks, download individual songs or the whole cd, and/or purchase a hard copy cd. It is an honor to have co-written and produced this music with Kathy. Legendary drummer/producer Bill Goodwin joins us on this track.Info and credits are listed on the video. https://youtu.be/Gm0RafzkMXE Also, here's a link to "Nardis" on my solo guitar CD: https://youtu.be/CQk17fhfqQc * Rocking the Valley is live on Tuesday night - 7 PM to 8:30 PM and is currently taking applicants for musicians. Tuesday Night has Meet the Bands (with local variety musicians) and Afterhours (promoting Heavy Rock). The show airs at 7 PM on both Rocking the Valley's website and on Facebook streaming video. Earl Andrews First Sunday at Hava Java Blues Jam and Third Monday at the Whitehall Township Public Library is still going strong and in it's forth year. Benny's Blues Jam from Grumpy's is every other Thursday. Coming in May is Savor the Valley with Ron Colman and Colin Gregory; The Easton Irregular LIVE; Moon's Corner Returns; Bev Conklin's Blues Jam returns to Rocking the Valley; and in development is Bill Medei and Stephen Christopher - "You've gotta be kidding me". All on Rocking the Valley - www.rockingthevalley.com or Facebook www.facebook.com/rockinthevalleysjkr. * Here's a message from my good friend Chip Mergott about his Christmas music: "Hi Friends, I've missed "Small Business Friday," Cyber Monday," and all the other commercial stimuli, but here, in one location, is all my Christmas music. I m most happy about this remix of "Carol of the Bells," with a bigger, more resonant sound. https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/carol-bells-remix-single/id1065744444 The "Silent Night" guitar album (which is out of print for the second time) is available here on iTunes. I love hearing from people all around the world about they love it- and I'm very gratified that many have called it their favorite Christmas album. https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/silent-night/id152283642 My keyboard Christmas album is a companion piece in many ways- and way less popular. You can listen to samples here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/o-holy-night/id336084738 Additionally, I'd be happy to sign a copy of my book.You don't even have to send the money ($20.) until after you get the book- I trust you. http://www.1hourguitar.com/ Blessings to all, Chip. * Internet Radio: The Backroom Blues Hour New Playlist at 11:00PM EST: Blues music by KickBend, From Jersey Shore The The Red Bank Blues Band (RB3), From St Louis OddsLane, Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania Blues Band Big Bone Daddy, Mia Moravis with The Trevor Sewell Band, Alvin Madison, Lisa Coppola Billy Hamilton & The Low Riders, Mike Daly & The Planets, Miss Laura Ann & The SaddleTones, From San Francisco Blind Lemon Pledge, Paula Boggs Band, Jeanne Lozier, and of course some Plainfield Slim Blues mixed in the middle for your listeners out there. TUNE in Every Monday at 5PM and Thursday 11PM www.newvisionsradio.com * DICKCRAIGSROCKNROLL.com still airing all types of musical entertainment from local to national interests in groups, clubs, festivals, etc. Give them a click ! * More radio news! WDIY 88.1 FM broadcasts from Godfrey Daniels' in Bethlehem every Tuesday night from 7-9. * We've made changes to the website at www.bigbonedaddy.com check them out here! * Ok - want to learn to play guitar? Here's a book review by none other than Elliot Randal (Reelin' In The Years"): "This is the best primer for guitar I have ever read. It has everything an introduction to guitar should have: a clear, knowledgeable and friendly author,who imparts invaluable information (both commonsensical and musical), and the follow-through - it presents the reader/student with fun musical challenges that will surely infuse a sense of excitement and achievement. Well done, Chip. All the best, Elliott" The book is written by Chip Mergott, and it is called "How to Play the Guitar in One Hour". It is available here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B014WZX7MG/ref=r_soa_w_d * So many of my friends are writing books - I feel like a piker! I have a ton of stories, if you want to help me write mine.... I'll see you at the gig! JAMO News flash: I'm looking to increase the readership - PLEASE SHARE THIS ON FACEBOOK, ETC. IF YOU KNOW A BAND OR A BUSINESS WHO WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE HERE, PLEASE CONTACT JAMO! For new subscribers, here's a heads up on the Jamo's Jams & Gigs newsletter: * This is a free newsletter that I do by myself. It is intended to keep live music alive. * I NEVER give out any email addresses. * I make every effort to include whatever info that is sent to me, but I try to keep it short and readable. 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stoltzfus

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shatner video...

the horror...the horror...
June 4, 2018 - 3:55am

#430

daverock

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1979 -Dave

I'd be happy with a box from 1979. I'd prefer 1969 - but I have enjoyed all the 1979 shows that have been officially released, and would welcome more from this year. One thing, I noticed about your post, though, Dave. I have just had a check, and the Road Trips that featured 28th December had excerpts from 30th December 1979 on the bonus disc-not the 26th. The 26th was Dicks Picks 5. The only official I haven't got is the one that was released on vinyl as a Record Store Day release. I forget which one it was. I have been very tempted, as I have been buying up other Dead releases on vinyl this year-and have loved them all. But that one from 1979 seems to be a bit lacklustre from what everyone says. In fact I don't think I've read a single positive review.

John Perry Barlow

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The unexpected return of the masters of the Grateful Dead's triumphant show at the Albuquerque Civic Auditorium, November 17, 1971, yields great rewards. The Dead came in HOT for their first New Mexico show. Aided by clarity and precision and abetted by confidence and focus, they finessed old standards with definitive takes. With Keith now blending in seamlessly on keys, the first set offered up a triple shot of electric Blues, an exceptional "You Win Again," and a stellar "One More Saturday Night" to wrap things up. And the second set, well, it might just be unlike any you've ever heard. Archivist David Lemieux urges you to turn it up and do it loudly. We won't dare spoil all the surprises, but pay special attention to the rippin' "Sugar Magnolia," the aggressively monstrous "The Other One," and the highly-danceable "Not Fade>GDTRFB>Not Fade." Rounding out the 3CDs, you'll find selections from Pigpen's return tour at Ann Arbor, MI, 12/14/71. Subscribers will get nearly all of the complete show as this year's bonus disc.

As always, Dave's Picks Volume 26 has been mastered to HDCD specs from the original analog tapes by Jeffrey Norman and is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

*Limited to 2 per order. Very limited quantity available.

China Rider Dicks Picks 12-Angry Jack

I think I would go along with your comment about how this version surpasses other versions by a wide margin. I would also say, though, that the The Other One and Dancing in the Street played on May 2nd 1970 have similar stature in relation to respective other versions. I can't think of a single version of either song that comes close to the ones played at that show.

RSD 2/27/69

I've just bought it on Amazon. I think I paid about the price it was going for in the stores. Its not cheap-what price perfection?

'64 Grateful Dead? Did I miss something?....

https://www.amazon.com/Grateful-Dead-64/dp/B06Y47TV6L/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UT…. I guess I didn't

RSD

Dave, Glad you grabbed a cooy. When I got home the kids didn't know what they were. I explained that they were records that needed to be played on a turntable. They got all excited. "I've always wanted an old fashioned turntable!" O.K., but it's expensive. "Who cares. They're cool." Who knew. Thanks for the info on the Buckleys. So sad that both father and son checked out early.

Heads Up....

....if any of you are wanting a DeadBase 50, i just got an email from Amazon. 50% off for three days only. Use promo code 50DEAD420 at checkout. $45 bucks!!! I would jump all over it if i didn't already have one.

Other Ones & China Riders

Somebody once wrote that the Road Trips WoS China Rider was close to DP 12 ( and went as far as to say that it was either the China cat or the rider that was actually better on the Road Trips release). I don't know him well enough to choose between them. As far as the Other One goes, you can't really compare pre and post hiatus; however, I would say that the Other One from Dick's Picks 18 is surpassed by no other post Hiatus version. I can't think of too many pre Hiatus versions I would pick before it either, except May 2, 1970. There's also that killer from Grateful Dead 30 Trips Around The Sun 1970 (Winterland 4/15) where they go into Santana mode. But I'll tell you what the most underrated version of the Other One is (complete with Encryptical Envelopment): Three From The Vault. This show gets kind of overlooked, I think, because a lot of songs are in their infancy. But The Other One is a long time staple at this point, and it's the first time getting the treatment with just Billy. Absolutely fantastic (and followed up with the second word for at which also kicks ass).

KeithFan....

....weren't you in the market for a DeadBase?

drop the needle... take the plunge.

Record Store Day! Yea! The best part of vinyl, to me, is the half-second or so of anticipation when the needle drops, and all you hear is the ambient sound of the vinyl, before the track actually begins. That warm sound of thick air... what Bob wanted. Thanks to you dudes for putting out that amazon code for the cheap-ass Deadbase 50. Just ordered one up myself. Current listen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCTnO56AFS0 \jm/

7/29/82

:)))

Jefferson Airplane Takes Off

fascinating listen. a transition between early 1960s and The Sixties. A radio friendly sounding production, with psychedelia hints and Jack Cassidy's phenomenal bass. Their next album Surrealistic Pillow is _Psychedelic_. as is After Bathing at Baxters and Crown of Creation and Bless It's Pointed Little Head

Muddy Waters & The Rolling Stones Live at Checkerboard Lounge 81

Has anyone ever watched this, Mannish Boy from Buddy Guy's Checkerboard Lounge when the Rolling Stones were touring back in 1981, (Still Life tour i think). On you tube... amazing!!!! Listened to Dick's Picks 30 with Bo Diddley and wanted more!!! Watch it wow... bob t

Muddy-Stones-Buddy

Yes, I've watched that dvd of The Stones playing with Muddy Waters at The Checkerboard- a great gig. Another great blues performance is Champagne and Reefer from the Martin Scorsese film Shine A Light, when The Stones are joined on stage by Buddy Guy. This was from about 2007. Its a Stones gig, but Buddy's the one to watch.

daverock thanks!!

thanks for the recommendation!!! i will watch that one also!!! bob t

Vguy

Thanks for the heads up. I will soon be the proud owner of Deadbase 50.

RSD sucked me in

I don’t own a turntable but was able to get a copy of 2-27-69.Now I need to buy a turntable. And since I’m going to be buying a turntable, I also bought Dark Side of the Moon and Animals on 180g vinyl. Currently playing 6-26-74 China/Rider.... I have that Muddy Waters - Stones DVD.

Muddy Stones

Yeah, I got that Muddy/Stones thing, there's been a cd/dvd out for years. It's cool, Muddy is hella excited the Rolling Stones have taken over his stage. \m/

RSD

Well went to one of the three stores in my area. It was good, I have been there before but it was interesting to sort of relive going to Camelot at the mall, or better the 3 independent stores that operated in the 70's and 80's. None of the 3 stores that participated today were around back then and conversely the older stores closed. Shows the cycle of vinyl for sure. Interesting thing is I met a nice younger female who was one of the fellas official photographers from the late 80's until the end. Next weekend we have our annual arts festival. She is going to be having an exhibit at the local civic center which will be on display starting with the festival and going for a month. I told her I would stop in. She has over 1 million images she is trying to get digitized, wow. Oh yeah, and she is cute! I will let you know if she has any images folks might want. I know one of hers I have seen many times of Jer in 92 at Giants stadium, great shot of the captain. Edit: Oh yeah, actually saw a hippy bus headed the other way on the freeway. Went to the local hippy hangout for some togo food. I was wearing my NYE86 shirty and had my old aviator sunglasses on. A 20 year old female stopped me and sad, "love the glasses. You look like Jerry Garcia." Which is the 5th person to tell me that in the last month. One other waiter said I look like Mandy Patinkin from Homeland (and of course big broadway star.) I guess the old grizzled look is working for me. This young lady was fun to talk to. Edit2: Also picked up Blue Wild Angel, Jimi at Isle of White, $5. Didnt even know that existed, tomorrow should be fun!

"Ways & Means: Uniondale, NY March 16 & 19, 1973"

For subscribers to Dave's Picks especially, I think we all have our personal wish list. In Dave's video for the upcoming DP #26 (can't wait to hear the Albuquerque, NM show, I've only heard bits of it in rough quality as well and the Hill Auditorium-Ann Arbor, MI bonus gig is an all-time '71 classic that I can't wait to hear remastered) he really threw out some bait (but no concrete hints) about big projects to come later this year. I try to listen to a show every day from the day's date, so last month I was hitting a lot of East Coast Spring Tour gigs from '73 and holy hell do the two gigs from Uniondale, NY (Nassau Veteran's Memorial Coliseum) on March 16th and 19th deserve to be released! They are both simply mind-blowing...In my opinion more so than 3/28 (which IS a very solid gig) which was chosen by Dave for DP #16. March '73 is packed with heavy hitters that are more than worthy of release such as the two Uniondale shows (3/16 & 3/19), the wicked Baltimore gig on 3/26, and the way over-looked show in Buffalo on 3/31. One could even argue 3/22 in Utica, NY and 3/24 in Boston are also up there. But the two Uniondale gigs in particular are two serious lost gems just begging the Norman "treatment" and a chance to be released. A two show mini-box set would be so rad! If you have 3/16 & 3/19/73 and maybe haven't listened to them in a while do yourself a favor and do so. In my mid they are two of the greatest gigs of the year! On another note, all of you '81-'82 lovers out there, I sympathize. I also hope we get a nice Dave's Pick from '81-'82 or even better a box set (as stoltzfus noted with a big smile '82 Red Rocks, 7/29 in particular, would be rad, or 4/18/82, 5/21-23/82, 8/3/82, 8/6/82, 8/10/82, 10/9-10/82, 10/17/82, 12/30-31/82). There is SO much great material from that period. I'm quite positive Dave is more than well aware of this and we'll all be satisfied in the near future! I think when dealing with the 80's and 90's in general it's a bit tricky though, as so many of those shows are widely available in high quality and circulated heavily among traders as technology grew and became more economical. With Dave's Picks it seems ONE of the principle goals is to unleash quality gigs which may have slipped through the cracks or were not widely available. This factor may make it a bit more challenging when it come to choosing gigs from the 80's. However, obviously rarity is not always a factor with Dave's Picks as with Binghamton, NY Nov. '77 or Eugene, OR Jan. '78, two shows which are legendary (and circulated heavily albeit in low quality or not complete) amongst Dead fanatics, but which were missing from the Vault. Their return however, was reason enough for celebratory release and allowed the perfect opportunity to make these well-known but previously officially unreleasable shows available to us. Undoubtedly there will be a release(s) from the early 80's soon, I believe. It only stands to reason. Until then though (if the reels are available) I'll have my fingers crossed for my latest dream release: "Ways & Means: Uniondale, NY March 16 & 19, 1973". A two-gig, six disc set featuring two of 73's finest and often overlooked gems...

Agreed on more '73.

Agreed on more '73. Phenomenal Dead. Totally agree Jefferson Airplane Takes Off. Love that 65-66 sound!

Turntable advice

I've read good reviews on Rega and Marantz. Any thoughts from folks who own a turntable?

Re: NY, Got the Ways and Means....

I'm with you, Evelyn2003. The whole Spring tour (in fact the whole year) from 2003 is worthy. In addition to the Nassau and Baltimore you mention.. the Spectrum is no slouch either. I honestly cannot pick a favorite from that tour, it's always the last one I listened to that reigns supreme. What a great day.. on with the night.

Thanks Vguy72....

....for the promo code! Just got an early Father's Day present!

You're all welcome.....

....I may not be able to pass the bong, but I can pass the promo codes. I'm guessing I passed the bong to Jim, cause he's talking about some 2003 Spring Tour that must have been stealth....Go Leafs!!

What?

I'm innocent of all charges. Innocent, I say. I've always been high on that part of the Spring '73 tour. By that part.. I mean all of it. RIP Mini Me. Edit: See my JimInMD GofundMe page. Need six dollars for bail.

I myself decided to play the

I myself decided to play the first Fill More West show. its better than what I remember last time. probly cuz I decided to quit facebook this week. and I feel way better. I can actually focus and listen and enjoy music. if anyone bothered to scan individual art from the box set let me know. i'm talking about the magenta, black, green and brown cd holders. I don't know how and my box set has kind of taken a beating spilled a little driblet of beer on the back of one the cd holders and box set slip cover. also agree on some more '73. I think I like Kid Candelario's recording the most. I'm glad I actually snagged the '73 box set even at a time when I thought '73 was poopy and the Dave's Picks. should've got the Road Trips one.

A J S Turntable advice

Always get a demonstration before you buy, and you will need to make sure that you have the correct phono input on your amplifier for an MM or MC cartridge.Many modern amplifiers do not have this so you may need to buy an additional Phono Pre Amplifier and an extra pair of interconnecting leads, happy listening.

Record Day...vinyl vs. digital

Another Record Day has passed and I am sure a "bunch" of you went out and got a few Lp's. I does my heart good to see posts by people who are getting into vinyl. After reading thousands of articles/posts/reviews on the pros and cons of vinyl vs digital it is clear that both are...wonderful. The difference with vinyl is that you are more engaged with the whole music process. The covers, cleaning the record(s), choosing a turntable/cartridge...and on and on. A much different thing than just sliding a screen, with your finger, and hitting another screen and then play.Obviously, Lp's are more a "labor of love" for music. I think is is safe to say that when one wants a vinyl experience that they are ready to sit and......listen to the music vs having it on as backround music. Anyway...I hope all of you got your dead box yesterday. I am VERY much looking forward to sitting down and fixing a nice cold beer...and putting the needle down on the first groove. Long live Record Day!! Mr. Pete-----------> aging hippie

AJS ---- Turntables

I have an Audio-Technica LP 60 which is quite swell and not a ton of money. (It was under $150 if I recall). My millennial hipster friend at work thinks its really cool. Also I've heard about a "Crosby" brand unit which is supposed to sound really great but for some weird reason everybody hates it.

Blows Against The Empire

I like the early Jefferson Airplane as well-the two hit singles and Bathing At Baxters are the stand outs for me. After that, I have always liked the albums Paul Kantner cut with Grace Slick and assorted West Coast luminaries. Blows Against The Empire is great-especially the second side of the old album-which features some of the best guitar playing Jerry ever laid down in a studio. The follow up, Sunfighter is also great. And Baron Von Tolbooth and the Chrome Nun, which came out in 1973, has the original song, Mind Has Left You Body, which provided the basis for the Dead jam of the same name. As if you didn't know. All three are worth checking out.

Stones took over Muddy's stage?

I don't think so. They were just allowed to share the same space for while.

Thanks as Well...

I thought I Might as Well and got one too........

64 Dead

That was before Mickey left. (his picture is on the cover)

Re: 64 Dead

I had to do a double-take. It listed songs like Mississippi River (which was actually Sitting on Top of the World), West Texas (which was El Paso). It had horrible sound when you hit the play button. 64 Dead.. yep.. you didn't miss anything.

'64 Dead announcement

In retrospect, I reckon my clues for this one were pretty easy to decipher. The Muppets clip...pretty obvious, huh? Enjoy this wonderful new release of a purposely misplaced tape in all its non-Normanized glory! Snap 'em up, kids, because this beauty should sell out in record time!

Road Trips Denver '73

Terrapin Moon - Saw your comment about '73 and noticed you say you "should've got the Road Trips one" - I'm not sure if you are aware that Real Gone Music is re-releasing the Road Trips series in reverse order. I just picked up the Road Trips Vol. 4 No. 3 from Denver '73 myself as I had passed on it when it came out. I missed a few of the other Road Trips releases that I am planning to pick up, in particular I can't wait to pick up the Vol. 3 No. 3 from 5/15/70 at the Fillmore East. So far the re-releases have been priced at about $40-45 on amazon, although they are listed slightly higher initially. Definitely agree with your high regard for the Kidd Candelario recordings from '73, I am fond of those as well. At some point recently I went through the GD releases that I have from '73 and if I recall correctly, Kidd Candelario was responsible for the recording on almost all of them.

Almost all of them....

....enjoying DaP 21 (Boston Garden 4.2.73) this morning. Rex Jackson hit the record button on that one. Took me fifteen minutes this time to decide what show to listen to. Not a bad predicament to be in.

oh I know of Real Gone for a

oh I know of Real Gone for a bit. their Dicks Picks are kinda expensive to me almost 60 dollars. why are the prices jacked up? they are reissues. not sure what the reason is behind that. I would have bought a digital copy for far less. i'm not above having digital as all of my 30 Trips is digital and some of the earlier dicks picks I missed out on. but they shut down downloads on road trips and not sure what the reasoning was for that either. but I would probly want dick's picks on physical cuz I use what cds of what I have on the treadmill. I sold my Dick's 17 a long time ago and I'm still kicking myself for that. at the time I hated post brent. now I listen to post brent almost exclusively and are pretty much the only shows I ask for.

itunes download-Terrapin Moon

I think you can still buy the downloads for Roadtrips on iTunes-also Dicks Picks 17. Also-check PM.

I will probly go to nugs.net

I will probly go to nugs.net for dicks picks they offer a LOSSLESS format option . iTunes doesn't at least for now.

Shifting gears....

....Boston is ovah. Rubbed my chin on what to play next. What's that Jimi? I haven't listened to you in a while? You are correct sir. Working to remedy that right now. Here He Comes (Lover Man) from South Saturn Delta is scratching that itch....

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With all this classic rock talk lately....

....I think we can all agree that 1965-1975 was/is the best ten years of music ever. Can I get a show of hands!? If I ever get my hands on Jim's rider mower time machine, I would set it for 1965 and enjoy the ride....

I played the Playing in the

I played the Playing in the Band from the listening party. and now I want it shipped more than ever. it really does sound better the archive.

Some good deals

Well Grateful Han ( and anyone else interested). Here are those CDs we were looking at last week. Dave's 5 sold for reasonably low. The Grateful Dead Europe '72 72 show from 5/11 is still at 49 bucks. Also a Dave's 35 at $32!@ Dave's picks 5 Was $36.99 EBay item # 302704972702 Ended up selling for $214.23 Grateful Dead Europe '72 5/11/72 bid is $49.99 EBay Item number 202289833585230 Still at opening bud $49.99. Auction ends in just under 4 hours. Very low price for being a sold out Paris show. Also there's a brand new Daves Picks 25 / Binghampton for $32. Ebay Item number: 192514505969 This one ends in 3 days, extremely low.

1965-1975

I would agree - that was great era for music. I started going to gigs in 1972, and I have always thought of that year as a high water mark.

RSD

I hadn't taken the plunge on any archival Dead releases on vinyl yet, but since the Fillmore boxset goes for $800+ on Ebay, I thought I'd grab 2/27/69. Very expensive, but looking forward to it. I know the Dark Star > St. Stephen from Live/Dead is from that show, but otherwise, have not heard it. Grabbed a few others, this store was really well stocked. Rough Guide to Jug Bands / Ragtime, Thelonious Monk - Monk, Wilco Live at the Troubadour 1996, the Zeppelin 45, Bo Diddley and the ubiquitous Dylan & The Dead. I told myself I wasn't going to get that one..but couldn't pass it up somehow. To quote from Up To Me, "If I'd thought about it I never would've done it, I guess I would've let it slide." Weirdest release ever..not that it was a great tour from what I've heard of it, but it could have been much better represented than f***** Joey. Oh, spent a good amount of the weekend at the airport so got through 90% of the Three Musketeers...never read it before, I've really enjoyed it. Smartasses.

Dark-Star: Thank You!

Hey Dark-Star, I ended up winning the Dave's Picks 5. I have to thank you again for that lead. It was funny too as I was watching it and the price was up at $162 as it was ending. I kind of talked myself out of it and tried bidding on something else. I lost that auction in the last second, and decided that it must have been fate that I was going to win the Dave's Picks 5. I committed myself to it and I came through the bidding war victorious. I had spoke about this a while ago in that I have been fortunate to be able to have the funds to spend on things like this. Obviously this is not my preferred method but that is what I get for not subscribing. That is why now I subscribe on the first day Dead.net has the subscription up and running. Normally I wouldn't pay this much either for any release on the secondary market, but as I said this is my birthday show. Literally. I think was arriving sometime during the first set - 11-ish EST would have been around 8-ish PST right? I was fortunate enough to get DaP 6,9,10 (with bonus disc), 11, and 12 all for great prices so I figure this one evens it out. Now I just need a release of 11/17/78 as that should round out my birthday shows. Oh and during that show, I am 99% sure my 5 year old eyes were glued to the TV watching the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special. Anyway to you Dark-Star, thank you once again!

"Classic" rock era: 1965-1975

I'll agree with Vguy and daverock, the years 1965 thru 1975 were the best years for me with 1970 thru 75 being my personal faves. I wouldn't knock the late 60's (1967, '68, '69) either.AH, Jim's riding mower... let's go!

Turntable

Bought an Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB today.This whole record store day thing is costing me a lot of money. Too late now but maybe I should have thought this through before pulling the trigger. Bought 2-27-69, even though I didn’t have a turntable, so I needed to get a turntable. But if I’m going to have a turntable, well, then I need some LP’s. So far in a 24-hour or so period I have purchased: GD 2-27-69 GD 11-10-67 Dark Side of the Moon Animals CCR -Chronicle (little disappointed once I opened this because the ‘Heard It Through The Grapevine’ is 3:52, rather than 11+ minutes like on the cassette I had in the 80’s, and I only wanted it for that song). Operating a turntable is way more complicated than a CD player, and I’m not so sure that this medium sounds better as some have claimed. I may need to turn it up to 11 to make an accurate assessment. Currently using the preamp in my Onkyo receiver, but the turntable also has a preamp so I better see what that sounds like.

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