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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August 6, 2018 - 1:40pm

#811

Thin

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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.
August 6, 2018 - 10:33am

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shirdeep

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August 6, 2018 - 10:05am

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Mick55

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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.
August 6, 2018 - 9:10am

#814

80sfan

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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.
August 6, 2018 - 7:58am

#815

mcgrupp216

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November 1, 2017

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.
August 6, 2018 - 7:54am

#816

DCBoater

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No accounting for taste

I appreciate an early 80s release, but I’m not sure that this show measures up. For 1983, I strongly recommend 4-13-1983, as a prime example of a sharp, high-energy, inventive, and totally engaged performance. I think DaP 27 pales in comparison, and the sound quality from my old 4-13 cassette is comparable to or even better than the ‘remastered’ Boise show. After snapping up some of Dave’s early releases, I’ve passed on almost everything else since. Just plain disappointed. Certainly, this Boise show isn’t the flub-fest that is DaP 20, but I think the show’s hype was a bit over the top. I wouldn’t say the band is particularly “ON.” I’m glad Dave is carrying on the DP legacy. That’s great — especially for folks who share his taste. I don’t so I think I’ll pass on his picks from here on out. One less competitor in the race to buy ‘em...!! Enjoy!!
August 6, 2018 - 7:46am

#817

stoltzfus

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I wish I could be like the cool kids

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSCzDykng4g
August 6, 2018 - 1:15am

#818

Terrapin Moon

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I dunno guys this '83 release

I dunno guys this '83 release might overshadow the pacific northwest box. get me a blanket, its cold-cold in this shadow. update: I now have Cool Kid Status due to this release. I finally made it no more having to worry about where my seat will be during lunch. "right this way Mr. Terrapin, your table awaits you." I'm a '80's Dead hero, I've got stars in my eyes sigh~~~~~~
August 5, 2018 - 9:40pm

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shirdeep

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August 5, 2018 - 8:03pm

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snafu

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HDCD

Aargh after 13 years my Denon carasaul player stb. Only very expensive single disc machines like OPPO have it. The beauty is amazon and ebay have older moldels still available. In 10 days I can listen to an entire show without getting off my couch

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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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