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    Dave's Picks Volume 28: Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 6/17/76

    This year's Dave's Picks series comes to a close just as the band's getting back together again in '76. By the time the Grateful Dead hit New Jersey’s Capitol Theatre - for the very first time - on 6/17/76, they were buzzing from their reunion, armed with new and revived material, the Rhythm Devils reformed with the mischievous Mickey Hart once again behind the kit. They'd skived off the unwieldy Wall of Sound and scaled back the venues from cavernous arenas to intimate theatres. Quite the treat!

    During the first set, the Dead's playing was nuanced ("Cold Rain And Snow"), detailed ("Looks Like Rain"), and intricate ("The Music Never Stopped"); the singing struck softly ("Row Jimmy") and raised hairs ("Ship Of Fools"). But it’s the big barreling energy of the second set you’ll want to brace yourself for, replete with a disco'd "Dancing In The Streets," a low-down funky “Help”>”Slip”>”Franklin's” and a wind 'em up to wind down "Let It Grow">"Wharf Rat">"Around and Around." Can you keep up? There's only one way to find out.

    This complete show, balanced out with a couple of bonus tracks from 6/23/76 and 6/28/76, was recorded by Betty Cantor-Jackson and has been mastered to HDCD specs by Jeffrey Norman.

    Dave's Picks Volume 28 is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

    Grab a copy before they're gone, gone, gone.

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

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    ....1976....

    ....my wife's favorite Dead year. After twenty-three years with me, she knows when a '76 show is spinning. Bless her heart. Peak Donna. Peak Cosmic Charlie. Peak Let It Grows. My phone's battery power is at 76% as I typed this. I don't believe in coincidences....

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    Yes, I agree, Dick's 20 is a gem, fantastic two shows, great mix. I would also add Dick's 33 to the list, another two great shows that sound unbelievably good. And one of my all time favorites is Live at The Cow Palace to close out 76, multi track recorded by Betty! One of the best Around and Around.

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    I lack the dedication to focus my listening on anniversary shows-though it seems like a good idea. But I do tend to look back at past shows from the month-well, season-that we are currently in, and give those a listen. And this has led me to Dicks Pick 14. No less than two complete shows from Boston-11/30 and 2/12 1973. Both shows are quite slow paced-the second set of 2/12 STARTS with Wharf Rat- but the playing has a wonderful relaxed flow to it. The highlight for me is when the jam starts on Playing in The Band on 2/12-there is a complete and sudden drop into space almost as soon as the song part has ended-no gradual build up, it feels like they just drop off the edge straight away. A very spacy peaceful jam follows-nothing like the internal combustion of the 1972 Playing jams. The shows are also pleasingly palindromic, too, if there is such a word, starting and ending with Morning Dew. All this makes me think that, as far as 1973 is concerned, maybe less is sometimes more. These are short shows, by the standards of the day, but everything feels beautifully put together and aesthetically "right".

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    I mean...

    ... just saying what we're all aware of... 76 was the best year for ol' Charlie...

    Any 69ers out there care to weigh in?

    Donna sounds so sweet on them, perfect refig of that tune.

    Peace

    EDIT: Box Set - MSG 79, Hogs' n' All

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    Cosmic Charlie...

    Is there a better?

    Dick's Picks 20 - Cap Center, Landover, MD - 1976 https://archive.org/details/gd76-09-25.sbd.aj.246.sbefail.shnf/gd76-09-…

    If there is one, I bet its from 76...

    Happy hunting, :)

    Peace

    EDIT: DiP20 is my favorite 76 release... fall of 76 beats June, IMHO

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    https://store.dead.net/rfk-stadium-1989.html

    Took seconds to find this. Typed "RFK" in the search pane.

    In stock. $64.97

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    Dap 28 replace disk 1

    Does anyone know how to go about getting a replacement disk for dap 28 disk one? Thanks

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    That's right.. I do remember seeing that now. At a pretty good discount too.

    I must be getting old, when the memory slips and holiday dinners revolve around pervasive talks of Power of Attorneys and questions like, "do you still use this.., can I have it?.." you know the end is near and the nursing home close. I wonder if all my boxes will fit in the nursing home cubicle? Will anyone steal them when I nod out? Do they make edibles you an get to with a bendy straw? Nurse Ratched!! My Meds Please!

    I'd really be stoked for either
    - Ark 69
    - Fox Theatre 72
    - BCT 72
    - Something old, preferably not well known.

    I'm not sure what makes me say this, but I don't think all the Berkeley 72 shows are in the vault even though we know good masters exist. I forget what makes me think this...

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    Jim it was one of the items that popped up on the December promotion!! As far as a prediction for 2019 box, i think they need something big.... Maybe the 6/9 6/10/73 shows will finally clear legal hurdles.... Happy New Year all... bob t

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    Interesting.. the RFK link is gone from here, but it is still for sale basically at list price on Amazon from Warner Music. Makes me think they still have inventory but it somehow didn't make it to the newest version of this website or something. Looks to be a snafu or an oversight.

    I agree with the 69ish focus, we are due. Wasn't there mention of a returned Mountain Girl box five or six years ago.. material above and beyond the stand alone Family Dog 69?

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Dave's Picks Volume 28: Capitol Theatre, Passaic, NJ, 6/17/76

This year's Dave's Picks series comes to a close just as the band's getting back together again in '76. By the time the Grateful Dead hit New Jersey’s Capitol Theatre - for the very first time - on 6/17/76, they were buzzing from their reunion, armed with new and revived material, the Rhythm Devils reformed with the mischievous Mickey Hart once again behind the kit. They'd skived off the unwieldy Wall of Sound and scaled back the venues from cavernous arenas to intimate theatres. Quite the treat!

During the first set, the Dead's playing was nuanced ("Cold Rain And Snow"), detailed ("Looks Like Rain"), and intricate ("The Music Never Stopped"); the singing struck softly ("Row Jimmy") and raised hairs ("Ship Of Fools"). But it’s the big barreling energy of the second set you’ll want to brace yourself for, replete with a disco'd "Dancing In The Streets," a low-down funky “Help”>”Slip”>”Franklin's” and a wind 'em up to wind down "Let It Grow">"Wharf Rat">"Around and Around." Can you keep up? There's only one way to find out.

This complete show, balanced out with a couple of bonus tracks from 6/23/76 and 6/28/76, was recorded by Betty Cantor-Jackson and has been mastered to HDCD specs by Jeffrey Norman.

Dave's Picks Volume 28 is limited to 18,000 individually-numbered copies*.

Grab a copy before they're gone, gone, gone.

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

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Submitted by ericdstong on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 09:57

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I got my copy Pre Ordered!
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Submitted by wabrit on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:01

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My first Dave's Picks order, but I can't resist anything with Franklin's Tower in it.
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Submitted by Row-jimmy on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:03

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Before 10:00am I think.
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Submitted by Roguedeadguy on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:04

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I think I'm gonna like this one.
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Submitted by outpost on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:27

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OK, it's another mid-'70s show .... maybe we'll get a '69 box soonI'll be receiving it anyway, as I subscribe.
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Submitted by WharfratWhitey on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:05

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In this guessing game it never hurts to be wrong!
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Submitted by mlesko73 on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:06

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Only hope the band had shaken off any "rust". JGB's "Don't Let Go" from the Orpheum (4/21/76) has Jerry performing at his best, so I am hopeful.
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Submitted by mlesko73 on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:06

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Only hope the band had shaken off any "rust". JGB's "Don't Let Go" from the Orpheum (4/21/76) has Jerry performing at his best, so I am hopeful.
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Submitted by terrapinx on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:07

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I subscribe, since I like them all. I was just checking in to see how long it would take for the complaints to begin. Pleased to see comment #1 started things off.
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Submitted by mlesko73 on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:11

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I like to play the "let's count the complaints" game too. Amazing. Those who think they have a monopoly on enlightenment are the furthest from it.
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Submitted by deadegad on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:11

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I concur. This should be a solid release. Any Dave's = A Good Day! The subscription email alert should be out by the end of the month and of course I will subscribe. These are gifts in my mailbox which I look forward to.
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Submitted by nappyrags on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:12

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I had no issues ordering this for a friend who can never seem to do it correctly...I'm good with the show and the set too...late October mailing works perfect for my Birthday party...and with all the killer box sets being released in late October & early November I'm gassed...it's a good time to be an old fart...
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Submitted by rdevil on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:13

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I love bicentennial Dead. Very solid year for DaP (IMO) and I can't wait to subscribe again next month.
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Submitted by icecrmcnkd on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:15

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I was calling for 6-14-76. Not too familiar with this one. Looking forward to it.
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Submitted by RV3 on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:19

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its of course right in the warm & fuzzy wheel house for lemue….should get the announcement for #29 plus 2019 'scrip next week - signing out, REAL RV3 (not the imposter, who will do a right up pretending to love this release)
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Submitted by Guss West on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:23

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Summer of '76! Dazed and Confused! Alright, alright, alright...
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Submitted by SkullTrip on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:28

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This made my day. Mucho thank you.
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Submitted by 80sfan on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:30

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Back to back Dave's picks with H>S>F after (I think) being absent for the entire series. Guessing this one is a lot more mellow (to say the least) than the one from 83. Very much looking forward to this one. I'm also very familiar with the Beacon run that comes before this, but not sure I've heard this one before (or if I did, it's been years)...should be fun!
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Submitted by CaseyJanes on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:31

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I was worried about the beards as well, but there are some in the background that appear to have hair. All is well! Looking forward to this one!!! I give it 5 new Steely Dan Stars without even listening to it.... Rock on!
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Submitted by SAMTHARDMAN on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:32

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Thought it might be a 76' show. The USA clue had me on 76', though capitol should have sealed the deal. I think wiki had it wrong ( shocker) saying silver formed In 71'. Everything I kept reading was they formed in early 76'' ; so Brent would not have met them yet. Rivers clue a bit of a mystery. Guess my heart wanted 69'. Keep in mind folks, patience is a virtue. A Boston 69' box could always be down the road. They would not release ( I don't think) a Dave's pick if they thought the show might make a future box release. Not familiar with this show, but Seist is unique and intriguing Thanks Dave and friends! . Have a grateful weekend! Sam T
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Submitted by shakethembonz on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:33

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Got mine, such a beautiful day in Tennessee
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Submitted by MiracleMan1982 on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:37

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Woohoo! Always in for a nice H>S>F and a Scarlet to boot! :) TGIF
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Submitted by ShaggyFraggle on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:42

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There's a bear right behind you!
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Submitted by rrot on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:55

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Dave gives the old Download Series a shoutout here and we did indeed get an official release of the very next night from this run with show #4 of that series back in 2005. And if you’ve got that show, then you’ve also already got one of these two “bonus tracks” because the 6/28/76 High Time was also a bonus track on that release. Lest anyone think I relay this info out of bitterness, nothing could be further from the truth — I love 1976 and a recycled bonus track doesn’t dampen my enthusiasm one bit. Bring it, Dave!
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Submitted by MDJim on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:51

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David Lemieux mauled by bear while filming the Dave's Picks 28 release video. Future of Dave's Picks unknown.. Get better Dave.. When are you going to have us over for some of your famous smoked salmon?
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Submitted by CampgroundBob on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:52

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I love the Cd's in my PT cruiser Deadmobile cruising around town, people shout out
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Submitted by mbarilla on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:54

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They Love Each OtherFriend of the Devil Let it Grow A few I am interested in, I didn't know the pick, but had a suspicion it would include They Love Each Other and Franklin's Tower. I was thinking 9.27.76 I was hoping for the other Cap show from this run, one thing I do know is the show from Download series is near flawless. Might have to fire that one up on today's bake route "Around and Around -> Goin Down the Road Feeling Bad" ~ 6.19.76
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Submitted by PatagonianFox on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:54

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i'm so tired of getting '70s shows. it would be one thing if the grateful dead only had a small window of quality live performances, but we know that's not the case. it shouldn't be too much to ask for more diversity from this series. please give us shows from other decades. the '90s has yet to represented. why is that? ----
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Submitted by Willysin4wd on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:55

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going going gone...30 Minutes from my email to seeing it sold out. I like this time of year, we get two DP announcements in one month. good stuff.I'm happy for '76.
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Submitted by boblopes on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:57

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sold out in less than 1 hour - hope they increase the numbers for next year so people won't get shut out...
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Submitted by Thats_Otis on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:59

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Love the riverside chat; less windy than the seaside ones, and more animals to distract our good buddy Dave. TBH, I was hoping for something a little different - something earlier with a nice Dark Star, or something featuring a big fat Shakedown (28 volumes and still no Shakedown! C'mon Dave, ya just gotta poke around!)That being said, June of 76 is the nice and gooey center of the 70s nug, and I'm excited to hear this one all cleaned up! Happy Friday, DeadLand! Peace
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Submitted by Mar-T on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:59

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Received announcement email at 12:20Click link at 12:53 Sold out! Damn, either I need to be at my desk all day on announcement days, or maybe this is what finally pushes me over the edge on getting a subscription next year! Wonderful looking release, yet I’m soiling myself with regret...
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Submitted by Sixtus_ on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 10:59

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Well, that was fast. But I absolutely always love me some 76! Very happy for this one. And finally an officially released Help Slip Franklin's from 76 adds to my happiness. - "Seventy-Sixtus"
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Submitted by Jejoma on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:00

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I received the email at 18:11 UK time. Tried to order at 18:58 and it is sold out! Who calculated the production numbers? Are you just trying to create a limited number of high value collectibles or are you seriously trying to serve the fans?
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Submitted by Jejoma on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:00

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I received the email at 18:11 UK time. Tried to order at 18:58 and it is sold out! Who calculated the production numbers? Are you just trying to create a limited number of high value collectibles or are you seriously trying to serve the fans?
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Submitted by Jejoma on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:00

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I received the email at 18:11 UK time. Tried to order at 18:58 and it is sold out! Who calculated the production numbers? Are you just trying to create a limited number of high value collectibles or are you seriously trying to serve the fans?
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Submitted by Jejoma on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:01

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Sorry, I was that annoyed I managed to hit send twice :)
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Submitted by mbarilla on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:02

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Could have pulled something else from rehearsals or studio jams. Has plenty from 1976. There is an "Attics of My Life" from rehearsal that is really cool, oh well maybe next time Rhino
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Submitted by Seventhson on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:05

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Dig the cover. So bummed, I missed the sale by an hour, got stuck at work and forgot. I have the subscription so I'll get one, but was going to pick up another for a gift. Sold out at 10:58 when I tried. FYI there was an email sent over a week ago announcing the sale time.
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Submitted by Cousins Of The… on Fri, 10/12/2018 - 11:15

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I wouldn't worry if anyone missed this release; DaP 27 can be bought for $40 or less(check out the recent sold items), just wait a few weeks after release. Looks like Dead.net found the perfect balance.
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