Dave's Picks Volume 27: Boise State University Pavilion, Boise ID 9/02/83

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"The Grateful Dead picked up their instruments and hit the first note with perfection. They never missed a note for the next three and one-half hours. People followed the flow of the tunes. Down on the floor in front of the stage was a sea of heads keeping time with the music. No one sat still. No one, except the youngsters behind us sat still. They were still and stunned." - The Power County Press

And what a stunner it was, that show at the Boise State University Pavilion in Boise, ID on September 2, 1983. Dave's Picks Volume 27 contains every stitch of music from this mid-80s show (our first in this series), one that's as good as any other in Grateful Dead history. When the Dead were on, they were ON! Straight out the gate with a definitive take on the old standard "Wang Dang Doodle," the band swiftly switches back to a setlist of yore, firing off 70s staples like "Jack Straw" and "Brown-Eyed Women" and wrapping things up with a terrific trio of "Big Railroad Blues"/"Looks Like Rain"/"Deal" (don't you let that epic guitar solo go down without you). Primed for the second set, they tackle the complexities of "Help>Slipknot!>Franklin's" with heart and ease. It's clear there will be no stopping their flow - Bobby and Brent hanging in for a fantastic pre-Drums "Jam" and Jerry and Bobby in the zone on a not-to-be-missed melodic "Space." Not a skipper in the whole lot!

Dave's Picks Volume 27 has been mastered to HDCD specs by Jeffrey Norman and it is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

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

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July 17, 2018 - 9:53pm

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stoltzfus

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my time in Boise

summer 2015 driving family across the country; we stopped for one night in Boise major wildfires going on so all I remember about Boise is sleeping and seeing wildfire smoke I kept thinking about what it might have been like to see the GD there
July 17, 2018 - 9:41pm

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nitecat

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Excited

I'm excited by a 80's release, I love all versions of the Dead, and welcome a sweeet release of a hot show, YAY! Listening to the E72 tour again, just heard the Newcastle "comes a time" WOW, so intense musically. Check it out.
July 17, 2018 - 9:29pm

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stoltzfus

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@ utschy

Dave's Picks are available only on CD, limited editions. sigh, but that's the way it is. you used to be able to order them one by one (a la carte), but now the best/only thing to do is subscribe. that starts in late November/early December. yes, they do sell out quickly before they are even ready. subscribe later in the year.
July 17, 2018 - 7:32pm

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Vguy72

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Adrian!! ( in my lamest Rocky impersonation)....

....there has never has been a download option for Dave's. Doubt there ever will. And we love to take a bath. I will never sell my Dave's unless I find myself living in a cardboard box. Fingers crossed!
July 17, 2018 - 7:29pm

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philledawg

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To Jack........I Agree!

I started my business late 2012. The secret is to hold the Dave's Picks, esp 1-4. I have a marketing strategy for my dead/garcia music, also some hendrix, tuna.if you want to purchase, buy, sell. Personally, looking for a sealed, numbered DP 1, and I'm still putting sets together. You're right, It is hard. People are picky, lots of competition. I did have an offer for my business. It must be very hard! If you have Pure Jerry, Box sets, Dave's Picks that is rare. Even Princeton Record Exchange is scare when it come to new sealed Dick's.I found a sealed 19, 2nd ed, there for $25. ......pdawg
July 17, 2018 - 6:52pm

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utschy

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Can I download this show?

Hi folks, I see that all the discs for DP 27 are sold out. Do all these discs sell out before they are even ready? Is this a more popular show or is there more interest in the summer when various dead members are on tour? Regardless, I think I would be happy to download this show but I don't see that option. I recall that I was able to do a digital download for some previous shows instead of buying the physical discs. Is my memory failing or is there an intent for some releases to be physical CD's only? I would love to be able to access this. Maybe there were already matrix recordings of this on Etree anyway? What happens when the dead release an album with regards to matrix recordings? Do they have to remove them from etree? Do they have to remove any SBD's from etree? Or is that all just the Archive? All help is appreciated. Thanks, adrian
July 17, 2018 - 6:35pm

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Terrapin Moon

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via GIPHY

via GIPHY
July 17, 2018 - 6:32pm

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JimInMD

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Re: Clues

I like the way you're thinking BigBrown.
July 17, 2018 - 6:27pm

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bigbrownie

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Clues on the Cover

That fly fishing fellow on the Snake River could be "the rich man in his summer home", and those two free spirits could be doing something like, I don't know, "sometimes we ride on your horses"?
July 17, 2018 - 5:51pm

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Terrapin Moon

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"The Grateful Dead picked up their instruments and hit the first note with perfection. They never missed a note for the next three and one-half hours. People followed the flow of the tunes. Down on the floor in front of the stage was a sea of heads keeping time with the music. No one sat still. No one, except the youngsters behind us sat still. They were still and stunned." - The Power County Press

And what a stunner it was, that show at the Boise State University Pavilion in Boise, ID on September 2, 1983. Dave's Picks Volume 27 contains every stitch of music from this mid-80s show (our first in this series), one that's as good as any other in Grateful Dead history. When the Dead were on, they were ON! Straight out the gate with a definitive take on the old standard "Wang Dang Doodle," the band swiftly switches back to a setlist of yore, firing off 70s staples like "Jack Straw" and "Brown-Eyed Women" and wrapping things up with a terrific trio of "Big Railroad Blues"/"Looks Like Rain"/"Deal" (don't you let that epic guitar solo go down without you). Primed for the second set, they tackle the complexities of "Help>Slipknot!>Franklin's" with heart and ease. It's clear there will be no stopping their flow - Bobby and Brent hanging in for a fantastic pre-Drums "Jam" and Jerry and Bobby in the zone on a not-to-be-missed melodic "Space." Not a skipper in the whole lot!

Dave's Picks Volume 27 has been mastered to HDCD specs by Jeffrey Norman and it is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

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

Re: Official Release Numbers

Jason, Icecream, Alvarhanso: Interesting. So...basically we need 84, and 93-95. I've been saying 84 for some time and I recall a lot of really crisp boards from back in the day floating about. But I think definitely 93 and 94/95, as well, are very underrated years. The top shows from those years are really excellent, and of a whole other nature. Garcia ballads (dirge-like), drums/space, etc. Billy talks about it in Deal, that whole "missing album" (much of it featured on disc 5 of SMR) really could have been their best. Not holding my breath on these for DP28: Thinking 79, 76, or 70.

just trying to be as funny as Vguy....

Why do chicken coops only have two doors?Because if they had four, they'd be chicken sedans. Ararar.......... Nope, Vguy's funnier.

getting excited

I've now listened to this release several times. Disc 2 is such a fun time and will probably get repeated playings especially when I'm in the car...or jacked up on caffeine. Otherwise I'm not sure when I'll revisit the rest of show (though as I've mentioned, I really do like the release). Starting to turn my attention to the box set coming out next month. Spent the morning listening to DaP 2 (7/31/74). I still cannot believe we're about to get 6 shows from two of the best years the band ever had. The last few years have just been a barrage of amazing (and in some cases legendary) releases all happening at lightning speed (at least compared to the past). After this one though, it's all gravy.

Warner Market...

This refund is for the following item(s): Item: Dave's Picks Vol. 20 CU Events Center, Boulder, Co. 12/9/81 Quantity: 1 ASIN: B07 Reason for refund: Item out of stock Well, that's a bummer considering I got a "shipped" notice stating it was arriving tomorrow.

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I think i'll take baba o

I think i'll take baba o reilly cover over the echosmith lol

ok folks, here's my last words of opinion on this release

I heard discs 1 & 2 today (so far) it's a strong show. not legendary, but strong and hot enough for a "three smiles up" rating. it sounds like classic 83 GD to me. yes, there is the splice in Eyes. Some other minor things here and there. I can live with that easily. I like this release a lot. I like that it is from the early 80s. more, Dave, please. release 6/10/73 and 11/19/72 first, and then more 80s.

Jerry Looks So Fucking Cool

in his sunglasses and dirty grey hair, sitting back and coolly strumming the Baba crash cords with I guess the Tiger guitar, that looks like the old Gibson SG. I would love a still of that (i.e. Shirdeep's video posted below) Weir looks hysterical doing his Townshend-esque jump and pseudo windmill, but I love him still. Who's guitar dude #3? Also looks ridiculous jumping like Townshend. But it's all good fun, they know they look silly. First Baba I heard was an Napster download with no TNK attached to it (probably edited out). I have no idea from where it hails, but it sounds like a AUD recording, and the place goes bonkers when Vince sings the opening verse.

I think these guys sum it up for all of us

KeithFan

I think it might be RFK '92. If it is then guitar guy #3 is Steve Miller. He opened the show & joined the boys during their set as well.:o)

Trainwrecked wins the "post of the day" prize

other topic: listen to 4/19/82. seriously. awesome stuff.

DP 27 Question

Folks, I'm trying to figure out if the recording/mixing quality of DP 27 is as marginal as most of my discs sound, or if perhaps I received some poorly "pressed" discs. The show is obviously great, but only song on all 3 discs that sounds like an "A" recording/mixing is the very last song, It's All Over Now, Baby Blue. This last song sounds fantastic, but most of the previous songs sound OK to marginal. Particularly, on Disc 1, Bobby's voice sounds like he was separated the band and was singing into a bad mic... or something like that. Anyone else experience this? I'll feel better is so. If not, I'll contact Dead.net to inquire about getting a replacement set. Thanks!

GeneLopez

Uh, no, there is nothing wrong with your discs (unless they have skips or won’t play), they were designed to sound like that. That’s what was in fashion in 1983. Put your seat back in it’s upright, locked position and hang up the phone. Do not call customer service (unless you actually have a defective disc that won’t play). Wait, maybe you should call customer service...... For more information on the special qualities of 1983 recordings just scroll down this page and take in all of the informative opinions.

@GeneLopez

Nope, back on the phone with customer support. You have to ask them for the rose-colored glasses they send with some of these sets. A lot of people think it sounds great.

That’s funny

Gene Lopez, is that a bit? Sort of amusing

Should I be embarrassed?

I like this recording. After the first track, things seem to sharpen up. This isn't the best, but it most certainly isn't the worst.

WarnerMarket

Have you folks realized that this Amazon account isn't legit?

green-colored glasses, not rose

:)))

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Warner Market??

Hey Ummmmmm...can you expand on your statement? Thanks!

Ummm....

...yeah, no. The "surplus" discs are coming from the returns department. In all likelihood, like we've already said, these are extras slated as replacements for defects. So, again as we've already suggested, they must be clearing house; and seem to have already cleared house. I was able to grab some of the DP, but had my order of Hampton box cancelled (sold out- as someone else here had for DP20). Re: Hampton cancellation, that makes sense, as I think when I ordered it said only "3" remaining.

Warner Market...

I took a shot, ordering Dave's 22 & 20. Scheduled to arrive today... they cancelled 20, so I'm interested to see what or if anything shows up.

The Worst

If this isn't the worst Dave's Pick release then what is?I've read a lot of posts on many other releases and have never seen so many people that think this is a king size turd. You have to work hard to justify and fool yourself into thinking this is great. I've given this 4 listens front to back now and still don't get it. Finally the last song was good. It's not even the sound quality, I can deal with that. It's the total lack of cohesiveness, horrible vocal harmonizing, and the guitars sounding like they're on different songs and tempos. This like defending your favorite restaurant even when the food has gone so downhill it's inedible.

or here's an idea...

if ya hate it so much why not stop listening to it?Pick something else and relax.

jrf68

Perfect idea and already executed on, will probably never leave the expanding row of releases ever again. I listened to it enough times to be sure I wasn't being overly critical.... I wasn't. This is the first release out of 27 that I've ever complained.

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PDH’s, Rainbows, Unicorns

Sounds like this could have been written last week. http://www.dead.net/features/blairs-blog/blair-s-golden-road-blog-rainb…

ah, Blue Velvet

creeeepy-ass flick

Re: Warner Market

It's definitely Warner. You can tell by because they seemingly don't have a solid grasp on the amount left in inventory. I find it all quite humorous.. at this point, it's a gift to those that didn't get them and now can at cost, so it's hard to be bitter about it all. But this is not a scam vendor. It will be interesting to see how many 30 trips are left/how long they stay on sale. These things have become impossible to get.

Dave's Picks 27 cassette

As seen on an ancient (1988) tape trader's list: 1983/09/02 - Boise ID, Pavilion, SBD - B+ --- What we really have here in this Dave's Picks 27 is a B+ (trader's sound quality rating) cassette that was painstakingly transformed into a three compact disc set by Jeffery Norman, supplied by Dave Lemieux.

"painstakingly transformed"....

....I'm not sure if that is praise or sarcasm. I like it. That's the most important factor to me. I would give it a solid B- though. Of course, that ancient review was before the discovery of Normanization.

Jablome

Heywood I hear what you're saying and I agree. This show is so very mediocre at best. Band is tight half the time and completely out of sync the rest. Audio is all over the place. It may be good for 83, but I can't think of an official release from the 70s that it's better than. I think it's a necessary step for the powers that be, to keep the guys who want 80s shows coming back, but fellas, perspective, it ain't great by a long stretch, and it's not in the same league of anything that's come before it. Except DaP 20. It's a far cry from the series mission statement. I'm fine with an 80s clunker every 8 - 12 releases since it keeps the machine moving.

9/24/83 Santa Cruz

worth a listenSpace > Uncle John's Band :)))

Dick's Picks 17

9/25/91avoided it for a long time finally gave it a proper listen H>S>F Roses > Dire Wolf all Disc 2 is great filler on disc three is 3/31/91 Eyes, 20+ minutes 9/26/91 would have been better, in my opinion, but this one's ok.

DP 17

Some of my earliest Grateful Dead collection consisted of a couple of tracks from Dicks Picks 17, Throwing Stones and the Mighty Quinn. At the time I was not yet a fully trained Jedi, and was cherry-picking songs from all of the available releases I had at my disposal. I loved throwing stones, especially the jam and solo, and of course I was a sucker for all of the great covers, so I downloaded the Mighty Quinn as well. Eventually I bought the whole thing, and quite frankly I love it. There's a smoothness to Vince's keyboards that I enjoy - thanks for the reminder Stoltzie, I think I'm going to put this on.

Just uploaded by LoloYodel....

https://youtu.be/uQhDxVi1KNY....but wait! There's more!!

Warner Market... Dave's Pick 22

Received in the mail yesterday, as advertised. Numbered 11834. Brand New in the wrapper. :-)

KF/DP 17

Dick's Picks 17 was one of my early purchases as well. I've always been a sucker for Jerry's anthemic guitar solo on Throwing Stones but on this version, Bruce's piano absolutely steals the show! Pretty solid '91 release as I recall. It's been a while since I've listened.

Daves 12

Anyone have an extra Dave's Picks 12 they want to sell? I have 25, 26, 27 to trade as well. PM me if so

completely agree!

I completely agree...came back to see what others were thinking. This is a first - albeit big - disappointment from Dave's Picks.

I agree with stoltzfus

9/26/91 was a better show to pick for Dick's Picks 17. Someday, and hopefully very soon, 9/26/91 will be released. But the fact was already established to hold back on some of the jem-of-a-show for later and not to release all the best shows first so later down the road there would be no more great-to-excellent shows to see official release. The only parts of Dicks 17 I listen to anymore is the Help> Slip> Franklin's opener and the 2nd disc: Victim> Crazy> PITB> Terrapin> "Boston Clam Jam" Drums> Space. The Drums> Space really is neat when you're stuck in slow traffic. Most, if not all of my listening of music is done when I'm driving my car. I am totally grateful that this show was released.

Like Phish or not....

.... their light show is top notchhttps://youtu.be/XdnokZ_vnlM Sploosh!!

Bob Wier and Wolf Bros

It looks like these verified fan presales are selling out fast. Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara sold out in 15 minutes, but there are a couple of VIP seats left.

Clunker? No 70's shows worse?

Not even close. This is a nice release and it sounds fine. Now April 24, 1978 aka DaP 7, I might call a clunker. Never been a fan of that show, the sound of it or the performances. When quoting the "Bee Gee's Saturday Night Fever" during the "cowboy songs" is the big highlight, it's not a good show. In contrast, Jerry's playing on 9/3/82 far surpasses the dredge from 4/24/78. The show from 2 days prior, 4/22/78 (DaP 15) on the other hand, is a great show and far better.

Ears

Wash your ears with soap, it helps.

80s Dead

So uneven. A great time was had by all, however. You didn't "have to be there", but it certainly helps contextualize some of the awful GD archival product we occasionally hear.

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see you one BF, raise you another

your clip reminds me of David Byrne and the TH how 'bout this, sensual, hypnotic and much older https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdWjYuwTTrU

Mission from Gahd

Working on another HD gift for a member of this board who contacted me for "more shows". I love being able to pay forward the kindness I've been blessed by from the good folks here. Sir, if you read this post please check your PMs. 76 is loaded, I await your instruction.

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