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“This is one of the most thrilling albums the Grateful Dead ever produced, mixing portions of live recordings from the first six months of Mickey's tenure with the band, along with studio experimentations that would hint at where the Dead would go when they started recording to 16-track tape the following year. The 1971 remix, produced in order to make the album more accessible to the newer fans who were brought on board with WORKINGMAN'S DEAD and AMERICAN BEAUTY, has been the most commonly heard version for the past 45+ years. However, having this side-by-side with the original 1968 mix demonstrates countless differences, with the original mix being more primal, psychedelic, and experimental. Add to this the first extant live recording featuring Mickey as a member of the Grateful Dead, and you have a very special release in every way.” - David Lemieux
We're continuing our 50th anniversary reissue series with ANTHEM OF THE SUN: 50th ANNIVERSARY DELUXE EDITION, due July 13th. Released 50 years after its anniversary date, this two-disc deluxe version features a double dose of the original album - one fully remastered from the original 1968 mix and the other remastered from the more well-known 1971 mix - as well as a bonus disc of a previously unreleased complete live show recorded on October 22, 1967 at Winterland in San Francisco, CA. Newly remastered by Jeffrey Norman, this is the first known recording of the Grateful Dead with Mickey Hart, who joined the band in September 1967. The first run will come with a special lenticular of the cover.
Looking for something more byte-sized? For the first time ever, you can pre-order the high-def digital download of ANTHEM on Dead.net.
Do not stop on tracks, grab a copy while you can!
The Live Side
I've been unhappy about the lack of 60s shows released in the last few years. The early 70s glut is nice, pleasant, and well-played, but just a bit too mellow for someone who prefers the fire of their first 5 years.
Every year, I resubscribe to Dave's Picks out of fear that another 60s show (like Thelma) will come out with a subscribers-only bonus disc, only to be disappointed for at least 2 years straight now. I mean, isn't that the decade in which they became famous and did their most adventurous work?
I even went out on a limb financially to spring for the 30 Trips box, knowing I'd only get about 4 shows from that great decade, and it was nice that one of them is essentially Side 2 of Anthem without the overdubs. Their feedback era had such a spirit of fun and abandon, doing nutty things (like feedback and kazoos) they would probably find dated and passe' within just a couple of years, but the humorous Prankster mentality prevailed.
Having a full show from 1967 just sweetens this package all the more! It looks like a tail end of their 67 set list with the beginnings of the Anthem trail-blazing! Truly a momentous transition.
Endless thanks, guys!
Can’t wait for this reissue
Potato caboose yes yes yes any so fired up for this release. Also they are running free xm radio on the app for a while so grab it while you can. One man gathers what a nother What another man spills. Peace out for now
snugwuffle-the 60s
I have just seen your post from a few weeks ago, titled the Live Side. What you say corresponds with how I feel about The Dead at the moment. For the last few years, my favourite era has been 1972-74, but this year I have dropped back a few years. It started with buying the vinyl reissue of Binghampton 2nd May 1970-obviously a 70s show, but it has all the great characteristics of the late 60s. It isn't a song based show at all-all the great moments are in the very powerful jams-The Other One, Dancing in the Street and Viola Lee Blues. I think of this as primal Dead-incredible energy powered by Mickey and Bill at their peak.
After that, I got the vinyl November 1967 show from 30 Trips-again, incredible psychedelic energy. Then the Fillmore show 27th February 1969. I even popped for the 1966 Vancouver show in vinyl-not quite as powerful, but historically important, and with a great version of Cream Puff War, as well as a formative Viola Lee. Great stuff!
I am half way through the St Louis show from 17th April 1969 at the moment-in the download series-number 12. Its a wayward show-it starts with Hard to Handle with Jerry on slide-which doesn't really work for me, but after a solid Morning Dew goes into a great Dark Star. I love the tone Jerry got in 1969 on the red SG-and on this Star it sounds beautiful. It goes into St Stephen-which for no apparent reason drifts into Its A Sin. Then back into St Stephen again. Its the opposite of slick, the Dead at a hit or miss inspirational peak. The rest of the show looks like a wild ride through The Other One-Caution-The Eleven, framed by Lovelight and Duprees Diamond Blues. It must have been incredible to see them live in 1969.
So, lets hope for a 1969 box set!
The Golden Road version?
Does anyone know which version of Anthem was in "The Golden Road" box set? Was it the original mix or the remixed version? I figured if anyone knew, it would be the folks in this forum. Thanks in advance.
anthem box set
hi maddoc, the box contains the 1968 original mix.
The Golden Road version?
Thank you! I guess I've never heard the remixed version. I'm hoping the hi-res download of Anthem is worth the extra dollar-eenies.
anthem 50th
there is no reason to reissue the remix of this lp. it was a awful idea then and still is now.the only buying point is the unissued 10/22/67 show. it has been around before but this is the correct runnning order. you still need to keep the issue from years ago cause of the alligator portion from the shrine 68 as a bonus track.ill let someone i know buy this and make a cdr of the live show. to much duplication.fair price but not when you consider your only getting one new disc of music you didnt already own.are they going to do the same with 50th aoxomoxa the orignal,remix ,live show ? i guess they are.
anthem 50th
" ... are they going to do the same with 50th aoxomoxa the orignal,remix ,live show ? i guess they are."
I certainly hope so! :o)
Aoxomoxoa 50th?
For Aoxomoxoa I hope they release the original mix. I haven't got it, or heard it for years-but its 100% better than the remix. There is so much more going on that you can hear. Even "Whats Become of the Baby" sounds good! So just that, and a live show would suit me fine.
Aoxomoxoa 50th
I agree 100% that the original mix is way superior (got a used copy on vinyl in 1977 for $2), but my understanding is that once it was remixed, the original mix reel was trashed by Warner's.
Definitely agree about WBOTB. One of my favorite GD songs ever!
aoxo reel
hi edwin , warner bros never destroyed and master tape reel in their time of being a records company. yes sessions tape were recorded over with hence no outakes but when the lp was mastered the original multi track along with the mater tape used for the lp, cassette or 8 track were stored away. safety masters were cut for repressings cause of the oxide deteriotaing but as long as i know they were never used.the dead have all the completed masters with outakes the vault. they could even now remix working mans or american beauty( which could use a new mix as much of the guitars are buried) but i dont see that coming.
Future live discs
I am curious as to how Dave is going to handle the live disc component of this series going forward. Not many 1 disc shows. I guess he will pick highlights discs?
future live shows
in responce to your post there should never be high lights from shows. if the show needs 2 discs then thats the deal. if more so be it. for me i only like 66 to 69 ,theres not that much of that time frame that has been released.also the set lists do have some variation so lets have a really obscure live show from 69 in the oxo deluxe 50th.
Perhaps 11/18/72 is the answer
I remember at the time this 'show' was released there was talk here that only certain parts of the vault tapes were usable and suitable for remastering and release. Although technically not a highlights release due to the master tape limitations, it's a fabulous 1-sider nonetheless and could solve the one-disc-only dilemma Dave might have created for himself when this anniversary re-release project was conceptualized. I'm sure there are other partial shows that could be released given the right circumstances. That said, I agree with zally that full shows are the way to go and doubt anyone on this board would complain if we started getting an extra 2 or 3 disc show every year. Let's hope so!
Partial shows
There has to be a way to get two of the greatest partial shows of all-time, 10/25/69 and 11/2/69, out there. The DaP complete model rules it out, but one disc for the Aoxomoxoa 50th, and another for the Live/Dead 50th (unless they go the January 1969 route for that, which makes sense) may be our opening.
11/2/69's Dark Star, in particular, needs to see the light of day
The reason
The reason I brought this up is because the format of this series pretty clearly seems to be 1 disc studio and 1 disc live.
I agree there probably are 1 disc wonders like 11/18/72 out there for the next release, and possibly even Workingman's. After that, I think the model will be closer to the Cleveland 12/6/73 bonus disc, which would be highlights.
Partial Shows
OK, so they're not complete shows. Got lots of complete shows via Dave's Picks.How about this....A special Dark Star only remastered CD box...that's right, only Dark Stars from incomplete shows, previously unreleased. Wow...
Partial Shows
How about a special CD box release containing only Dark Stars from incomplete shows?Wow...I am sure there are more great Dark Stars out there...
What to look (listen) for...
So, can someone break this down for us? ".. having this side-by-side with the original 1968 mix demonstrates countless differences, with the original mix being more primal, psychedelic, and experimental."
What should we be listening for?
I purchased my 1st Anthem album in 79 and never had the cd release version. My older brother had (has!) the original album but he was at Syracuse and I was in Boston and he NEVER let me play his records when he wasn't home (that's why I had to get my own).
I've been so immersed in live recordings for the past 25 years I cant even tell you the last time I played the Album or heard the studio recording... I'am really looking forward to this release.... and the 10/22/67 show to boot!
iGrateful
Dark Stars-Purple Twilight
I would definitely shell out for a box set consisting exclusively of Dark Stars. Preferably one that covered a large time span, which would necessarily mean multiple discs. It would be a great experience to listen to how the music developed and changed over the years. I know we can do this anyway-but having such a box appeals to me.
anthem orig version
hi , theres only one anthem of the sun and thats the original mix issued in 1968. as i sated before there never was a reason to remix this in 1972. if anyone hasnt not heard the first mix (id be shocked of course) but why include the remix. once you hear it youll never play it again. as for the live disc bring it on. its been circulated but never in the correct track listing. im sure we are all ready for a new trip,lolololololololololol.
Smells better here already!....
....it would be awesome if Dave accounced his latest pick on the Anthem release date. Keep it flowing!!
Anthem release date
Coincides with the anniversary of 7-13-89 from the RFK Box. Would be a good day for the DaP27 announcement.It’s also Friday the 13th......spoooooky.
How about 7-13-85 as DaP 27?
Doesn’t have a Sugaree, but that’s only speculation anyway.
http://www.dead.net/show/july-13-1985
What if the next pick is the 7.13.84 Dark Star show?....
....and they announced it on Friday? Jason Voorhees would approve.
Dark Side of the Mule / last 5
Anyone heard this? It's awesome! They're coming to my local shed next month. Can't wait! And a Saturday show no less.
Last 5:
Grateful Dead - Auburn Hills 1992 (both shows)
Jeff Beck - Truth
Funkadelic - Maggot Brain
Pearl Jam - Berlin 1996
They’re ya go Vguy
Some people were calling for DaP 27 to contain a Dark Star.
But, being that some people would like to see a Greek Box, may need to hold 7-13-84 back.
Here’s some partial video of the show.
https://youtu.be/n40eErAV9Yo
I think I overdosed on Jeff Beck....
....a couple of weeks ago miracleman. Currently taking in more than the recommendation dosage of UB40. I've got a life alert. Don't worry.
Sometimes Phil bubbles just under the surface....
....other times, he breaches the water en masse.
Miracleman
Hell yea on the Dark Side of the Mule, at Pine Knob. Thanx for the reminder that I still need to get tickets.
vinyl
happened upon a vinyl sale at a guy's garage (not joe's)
50 cents each
never-heards:
Creedence Clearwater Revival Bayou Country
Creedence Clearwater Revival Cosmo's Factory
Bob Dylan John Wesley Harding
It's a Beautiful Day
Doors Soft Parade
Moby Grape
CCR: one of the greatest bands of all time. Both albums are awesome, of course.
Bob Dylan: a legend. JWH will get repeated listenings.
IaBD: classic first track, then...
Doors are the Doors. meaning unique, and waaay better than average. (No Who recordings were purchased in the completion of this transaction. some of you will get the reference.)
Moby Grape: my virgin listen awaits.
a series of interesting events
my car is in the shop because of a fender bender (the other guy was at fault. just saying.)
got a rental from his insurance company while my car gets fixed.
saw a dashboard notice "check tire pressure". I look and see nail in tire.
"hey car rental place, can I get a replacement?"
"Sure, bro."
I get replacement car. it has satellite radio. I check, and they do have GD.
The channel is playing 6/5/69.
I hear Sitting On Top of the World > Dark Star
:)))
Fitty cent vinyl?
That's a nice score. Is it all in decent shape ?
Vinyl has gotten so trendy, and therefore more expensive. Even old used vinyl. If I see a popular record these days under $10, I'm suspicious.
Recently I picked up a nice copy of Ace for only $5. It used to belong to the ALLEN family according to the huge black lettering on the front cover. But it sounded great. Nice to have original versions of all those classic tunes.
Used vinyl
I bought used vinyl at a store $3-7 each. Didn’t sound all that good. Tried cleaning them and it helped a little but still a lot of snap, crackle, pop. One of them had scratches that can’t be seen but totally prevented some songs from playing. Thus, I’m a little hesitant to keep buying used.
box set of dark stars?
Hey Daverock,Are you familiar with Grayfolded? A two-cd set that combined a bunch of dark stars? It was also released on vinyl. I got it and it's great to be able to put on 6 sides in a row and hear nothing but dark star. When the CD was released in 1994 or so it was just one cd, with a card in there that allowed you to pre-order the second disc. But I never got the second disc. I did buy it on vinyl when it was released and that is 3 records, so I guess the second compact disc was produced at some point. I like the record because it identifies all the dark stars that are used. They appear to range from 1968 to 1993, but I haven't looked too closely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZUamgEffR9I
I have pasted in above a YouTube link with an interview of Sandy Pearlman, the manager/producer for Blue Oyster Cult (I don't know how to make an umlaut.) At the 30 minute mark of the interview he tells the story of the production of the disc. It's quite interesting.
So it's not a box of dark star, but it is a continuous 120 minutes or so. You might like it. And if you already have it - congratulations and carry on smartly.
Rock on.
Roguedeadguy
For sure, man! If you wanna down some beers, doses or kush in the lot be sure to hit me up as well LOL
Used vinyl
Yes, I am a bit wary about buying second hand records-I've bought a few that are alright-but some I've got are horrendous! Mainly cheap ones-I guess you get what you pay for.
Incidentally, that Moby Grape album, if its the first one, is amazing. "Omaha" is surely one of the best psych tracks ever to come out of San Francisco.
Grayfolded-xztttzx
Thanks for the reminder! I got these cds about 20 years ago-Transitive Axis and Mirror Ashes. I seem to remember, this is in England, that the first one came out as a single disc, and then it was re-released with "Mirror Ashes" to make a double-which was when I got it.
I haven't played it for years, though. Probably due to all the incredible releases that have come out in the last 20 years. But I have it here, now-and its a very attractive looking package. There is a map of all the Dark Stars sampled, like with your album, and also quite detailed sleeve notes-though I might need a magnifying glass to be able to read them.
I've always like the Blue Oyster Cult, too-curious connection between Sandy Pearlman and The Dead.
But back to "Grayfolded"-it is a unique release- and on my play list for tonight now.
at 50 cents a piece...
i knew the sound was risky.
JWH is pretty crackly
the other discs are pretty dang decent
looking forward to MG
not a big vinyl guy (GDCDs, though...got lots of those)
the LPs I got are very worth it, for the artwork alone
I have had Vintage Dead on vinyl for years...extremely crackly. but I don't mind.
Stoltzfus doesn't mind a few crackles
James Brown probably had something else in mind, but Stoltzfus's comment made me think of this great song:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkFm8oah0HU
Album covers
Yes, its often worth buying a vinyl edition-especially if its not too expensive, for the art work alone. I really like the covers from the mid-late 60s. Propped on my mantlepiece are copies of Art's 1967 release "Supernatural Fairy Tales", with a cover designed by a team known as "The Fool". They made at least one album themselves, and were involved with The Beatles around the time of Apple. But "Supernatural Fairy Tales"-you can get the cd for next to nothing-probably with better sound-but this vinyl edition is glorious.
The other albums proudly displayed at Daverock towers are Creams "Wheels of Fire" and Gongs "You" with its colourful and mesmeric mandala on show.
more album covers
Hooteroll? for instance. What a great album cover. I'm expecting to read an announcement just about any time now that a beautiful new vinyl pressing is coming out. Why do I expect that announcement? Because I finally broke down and ordered a used copy off of Discogs. I would rather have a pristine new copy without the snap crackle pop but I've been waiting for Hooteroll? for years. So now that I've ordered a used copy, any day now, I expect to read the announcement. Either way it will be great to get it - I love the Sidetrips cd. And sometimes used records still sound great. I'll report back later.
Rock on.
Thanks zxttxz
Thanks zxttxz, for remember me that good old Grayfolded. I only own the first of the two CDs (which were sold separately, it seems to me) and it has been an eternity since I did not listen to it. I'll take it off the shelf tonight.
I received the shipping notice from Anthem!
Friday 13th...
..that's when Anthem seems to be coming out-and as I have pre-ordered from Amazon, that's the date I am expecting it to pitch up. I would have ordered for here-but the shipping costs to England are extortionate-in case anyone was wondering.
It will come as quite a shock to the system. I have been knee deep in 1973 lately. I have been going through the discs of The Winterland 73 box set-9-11th November. The 5th cd-from 10th, is so dreamy and relaxed. Every band member excels-the sequence of music encompassing Uncle Johns Band and Morning Dew within Playing in the Band is truly beyond description-so elegant. To go from there to "Alligator" is to travel some distance. But I am ready.
Hooteroll?--that's another album I haven't played in years.
Lenticular cover
Not sure what exactly that is but it sounds cool and I want one!
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