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May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

WHAT'S INSIDE:
Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
Four folios housed in a slipcase
5/5/77 Veterans Memorial Coliseum: New Haven, CT
5/7/77 Boston Garden: Boston, MA
5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY
5/9/77 Buffalo Memorial Auditorium: Buffalo, NY
50-page book of liners and photographs
Sourced from the Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings, transferred by Plangent Processes
Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
Release Date: May 5, 2017

WHAT DEAD HEADS HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT...

NEW HAVEN 5/5/77
"Here is a prime example of the saying ‘the whole is greater than the sum of the parts’ … It’s called synergy and the Dead wrote the book on it.”

BOSTON 5/7/77
“The music they laid down brought me places I had not been before.”

CORNELL 5/8/77
“...the single best rock performance anywhere, anytime, by anyone.”

“There was just some kind of magical connection this night between the band members and the band and the audience - some texture, or some type of cosmic or celestial force is in the room.”

"This show is, was, and always will be Mecca.”

BUFFALO 5/9/77
"...an awesome display of the Dead’s captivating power"

If you've been following this site for quite some time, then you will know we are often flush with hyperbole when it comes to our releases. We can't help it, really - for we, like you, are Grateful Dead fans above all else. Just like you, we've spent countless hours debating the merits of show over show, year over year. We've kept a watchful eye on your wish-lists and carefully considered how to make - excuse the cliché - your dreams come true. And once we've made our commitments, we are steadfast in our determination to conjure up those dreams fully-formed and nearly perfect. Sometimes these heights cannot be reached without physical and cosmic elements aligning, and that, dear friends, is why it has taken so long for us to bring you THE ONE and the epic shows that surrounded it. No need for even the slightest embellishment here, 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY, has for decades, been THE resounding favorite; you've said it yourselves - the "holy grail" of Grateful Dead shows. Thanks to the passion and perseverance of Dead Heads like you, we are beyond pleased to finally be able to present this show and its brethren, the fabled four of Spring '77, in sonically pristine condition.

MAY 1977: GET SHOWN THE LIGHT is a collection of what is unanimously believed to be the most sought-after previously unreleased complete shows the Grateful Dead ever played. Collected, traded, and debated for decades, "the beloved Golden Trinity" of Boston, Ithaca, and Buffalo, along with their New Haven prelude, have inspired fans to "get on the bus," converted critics, and even garnered national attention (Cornell was added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry). But until now, you've never really heard them quite like this!

The Dead is in the details... how serendipitous is it that the notorious Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings were returned to the archive just in time for the 40th anniversaries of these shows? Lovingly sourced from these well-reputed recordings, we invite you to experience four utopian shows just like they happened, to "be inside the music" as engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson intended. Whether you listen to each night on its own or imbibe the whole lot at once, we suspect you'll hear why every note mattered. Much like we were, you will be hard-pressed to determine which of these fine documents - will it be the understated but nuanced New Haven, Boston's festive fantasy vibes, the monumental catharsis of Ithaca, or Buffalo’s dreamy exuberance - is truly "the best." Does it really matter? We think not.

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June 12, 2017 - 4:42pm

#711

Gary Farseer

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Hard to believe

30 years ago was a great weekend at Ventura. All three shows stated at 2 o'clock and ended well before sunset, so right about this time would have been jammin to a nice china ryder. The memory is as fresh as it was just yesterday. Set 1: Jack Straw, West L.A. Fadeaway, Mama Tried > Big River, Candyman, My Brother Esau, Bird Song, Desolation Row, Don't Ease Me In Set 2: China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider, Far From Me, Women Are Smarter > He's Gone > Drums > Space > The Wheel > I Need A Miracle > Black Peter > Around and Around > Good Lovin', E: Touch of Grey
June 12, 2017 - 1:38pm

#712

FloridaBobalooToo

Joined:
February 17, 2017

Slight correction Mr Spacebrother

Not ONE but many people chipped in and gifted you the box.Mild point but should be made.
June 12, 2017 - 12:39pm

#713

_

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February 21, 2011

@95 shows

Saw one in 94 and one in 95..... thankful it was over, moreso the sloppy crowd and shitty lot scene.... I miss Jerry......
June 12, 2017 - 12:33pm

#714

80sfan

Joined:
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94

94 is blurry to me but I do remember the fall tour and thinking that there were some good shows in Philly and (no surprise) MSG. All relatively speaking of course.
June 12, 2017 - 12:11pm

#715

80sfan

Joined:
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95 shows

I hadn’t listened to a 95 show in a while but when it came up yesterday I decided to play a few songs. Obviously not their best year and obvious that Jerry was in decline but there were some nice moments in that show (as there were throughout the year). Unfortunately, the magic moments were few and far between in 95, but I went to a bunch of shows that year and despite the shape they were in, I can certainly remember a lot of happy dancing people who came to the show with a good attitude and left happy (me included). Only one time that year (infamous Giants Stadium Wharf Rat show) do I consciously remember thinking that this was probably the end. Otherwise I did my best to have a good time and appreciate the magic when it appeared.
June 12, 2017 - 11:34am

#716

SPACEBROTHER

Joined:
June 4, 2007

"C'mon Donny"

Vguy72 - funny that Bob's doing that. I just saw Todd Rundgren in concert. Awesome show. They played a video clip between songs called Tin Foil Hat (featuring Donald Fagan from Steely Dan). Great stuff! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=los9WulxBjM So awesome someone hooked up Oroboros with the GSTL box for having missed out on it! Some truly cool people here. I was gifted a Spring '90 (TOO) box by an equally as awesome person here. Great to see the spirit of the Dead is still alive with many.
June 12, 2017 - 10:54am

#717

guit30

Joined:
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Thanks for sharing the March, 95 show

I had never heard a 95 show, and this one is interesting. A very good Sugaree, and Jerry sounds good at times, very good at times. what is true is the Dead played because they wanted to, not to make money, though they were making a pretty large amount during their later big venue tours. I am reading Billy K's book, very interesting and down to earth. I am so grateful for the archives and releases of shows by Rhino and Warner Brothers. Everyone, Have a great week!!
June 12, 2017 - 10:47am

#718

Sixtus_

Joined:
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Re: June '76 Boston Music Hall

...my ears musta been burning, cause you're right on Jim, I gravitated toward this Boston Music Hall run of shows a long time ago and love them dearly to this day. The Road Trips release of 6/9/76 is excellent; the copy I have heard of 6/10 has Jerry very low in the mix which is just too bad (if any others have a better copy I'd love to hear it). My most favorite show from this run (and one that is in my top 5 overall) is the 6/11 show - especially that second set, ESPECIALLY that St. Stephen > Dancin' >Music Never Stopped, and perhaps the greatest Eyes of the World (IMHO) with a 6+ minute intro. The 6/12 show is excellent too - and I also love the appearance of Mission in the Rain around this time - I think it was only played 5 or 6 times during this period, then gone forever (too bad). Just got back from a week on the West Coast, germinating with the two Shoreline shows last weekend (Oh MY GOD THEY WERE SPECTACULAR!!) and then cruising around S.F. for a week. Great times. Fenway this weekend, too. Bring it. Sixtus
June 12, 2017 - 10:03am

#719

Thats_Otis

Joined:
May 12, 2011

Today in Dead History...

Boston Music Hall - 76 One of 5 Mission in the Rains - perhaps one of my all time favorite songs by any artist As I mentioned earlier, I have been on a real 76 kick since re-listening to Dave's 18 from the Orpheum. Last week, I bit the bullet and ordered the Road Trips 4.5 from Real Gone, (I don't own any of the RT releases, as I was initially put off by the scattershot compilation style and cheap packaging... then I sort of just lost touch for a while... anyway...) I just checked my shipping status, and it says that it is here in Baltimore to be delivered today! On 6/12! I know the release is of the 6/9 concert, but the bulk of disc 3 is the 6/12 show. Kind of cool! Keith, I would love to check out some of your other artwork! And let me know if you get that DiP25 cover done. (That is also one of my least-listened to releases... but maybe all it needs is some fresh ears, and maybe this is the excuse to do so :) Peace, and to all of you going to see Dead and Co, ENJOY! EDIT: Well, not quite the "bulk" of disc 3, but 1/2 :)
June 12, 2017 - 8:49am

#720

JimInMD

Joined:
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Re: 6/12/76

Good call, Otis.. a great show. I think this is one of (seventy)Sixtus' sweet spot shows as well. Love Mission in the Rain.. a Hunter/Garcia masterpiece and it has a second set Comes a Time>Dancing in the Streets that's special too. Good call to pick this up. 1976 might stand in the shadow of 77, but there's a lot to like. A bit of a sleeper year.

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May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

WHAT'S INSIDE:
Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
Four folios housed in a slipcase
5/5/77 Veterans Memorial Coliseum: New Haven, CT
5/7/77 Boston Garden: Boston, MA
5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY
5/9/77 Buffalo Memorial Auditorium: Buffalo, NY
50-page book of liners and photographs
Sourced from the Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings, transferred by Plangent Processes
Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
Release Date: May 5, 2017

WHAT DEAD HEADS HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT...

NEW HAVEN 5/5/77
"Here is a prime example of the saying ‘the whole is greater than the sum of the parts’ … It’s called synergy and the Dead wrote the book on it.”

BOSTON 5/7/77
“The music they laid down brought me places I had not been before.”

CORNELL 5/8/77
“...the single best rock performance anywhere, anytime, by anyone.”

“There was just some kind of magical connection this night between the band members and the band and the audience - some texture, or some type of cosmic or celestial force is in the room.”

"This show is, was, and always will be Mecca.”

BUFFALO 5/9/77
"...an awesome display of the Dead’s captivating power"

If you've been following this site for quite some time, then you will know we are often flush with hyperbole when it comes to our releases. We can't help it, really - for we, like you, are Grateful Dead fans above all else. Just like you, we've spent countless hours debating the merits of show over show, year over year. We've kept a watchful eye on your wish-lists and carefully considered how to make - excuse the cliché - your dreams come true. And once we've made our commitments, we are steadfast in our determination to conjure up those dreams fully-formed and nearly perfect. Sometimes these heights cannot be reached without physical and cosmic elements aligning, and that, dear friends, is why it has taken so long for us to bring you THE ONE and the epic shows that surrounded it. No need for even the slightest embellishment here, 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY, has for decades, been THE resounding favorite; you've said it yourselves - the "holy grail" of Grateful Dead shows. Thanks to the passion and perseverance of Dead Heads like you, we are beyond pleased to finally be able to present this show and its brethren, the fabled four of Spring '77, in sonically pristine condition.

MAY 1977: GET SHOWN THE LIGHT is a collection of what is unanimously believed to be the most sought-after previously unreleased complete shows the Grateful Dead ever played. Collected, traded, and debated for decades, "the beloved Golden Trinity" of Boston, Ithaca, and Buffalo, along with their New Haven prelude, have inspired fans to "get on the bus," converted critics, and even garnered national attention (Cornell was added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry). But until now, you've never really heard them quite like this!

The Dead is in the details... how serendipitous is it that the notorious Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings were returned to the archive just in time for the 40th anniversaries of these shows? Lovingly sourced from these well-reputed recordings, we invite you to experience four utopian shows just like they happened, to "be inside the music" as engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson intended. Whether you listen to each night on its own or imbibe the whole lot at once, we suspect you'll hear why every note mattered. Much like we were, you will be hard-pressed to determine which of these fine documents - will it be the understated but nuanced New Haven, Boston's festive fantasy vibes, the monumental catharsis of Ithaca, or Buffalo’s dreamy exuberance - is truly "the best." Does it really matter? We think not.

kate_c.

i've seen two of your posts in one weekcomplaining about someone's negative comments-guess what, when someone has an opinion that is not aligned with your thoughts,even if it's about someone setting a price for something they selling or the band is slop before pigpen.its gonna be negative.it's their prerogative to say it's not worth it or no thanks.i think it's your emotional immaturity to anything negative or something you don't agree with.you could have left it to-"that's your opinion and i don't agree."instead you feel it's necessary to put someone down.earth without rain is a desert.

My Favorite Version

I just love this.

Pauses between tracks?

Hi all, A technical issue I'm hoping to resolve: Recently ordered this set, promptly downloaded the CDs to my iTunes collection. Getting 1-2 second pauses between most of the tracks which disturbs the flow of the music. Does anyone know what might be causing this, and how to fix it? Gareth

Gareth

It’s most likely caused by a setting in iTunes. Go into the iTunes preferences and see what is listed for import settings, as well as for playback settings.If you still can’t fix it then google it, there should be instructions somewhere.

Testing

1,2

Recommendations for a Newly Grateful Deadhead?

To icecrmcnkd, Thank you for your reply, much appreciated! If I may, I'd like to followup with a second question: it was only a year ago that I first discovered the Grateful Dead, and I'd love to hear recommendations from older fans about which live albums to listen to next? Thanks again, Gareth

Gareth

Real gone music is reissuing the Road Trip series. https://shop.realgonemusic.com/products/grateful-dead-road-trips-vol-4-…

Gareth

Newly Grateful Recommendations

You know, Gareth, it really comes down to what you like about the Dead... When I put in the Dead, I rarely want to listen to songs, so to speak. I tend to go for the long, inspired jams. For this, I would suggest the Winterland 1973 boxed set as No. 1, so far... though in general, shows from the 1973-1974 will be your best bet for this... That said, there are gems of shows throughout the years, though I've never personally been impressed by anything later than 1977. May 1977: Get Shown the Light (All Music Edition) is a great collection from this year. I also really love One from the Vault, Sunshine Daydream, & Dick's Picks, Vol. 14... The Grateful Dead Movie Soundtrack is an all-too-looked-over gem, too. Finally, if you can afford it, I'd recommend getting a copy of the Pacific NW '73-'74 boxed set while it's still available on this site. When these sell out on dead.net, they price-inflate like crazy to 2x their original cost or more.

May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

Get Shown the Light, the box with the book, was limited to 15,000 copies, I read somewhere.But I can’t find anything on the All Music Edition that’s still available. Can somebody tell me how many of those were printed?

Best digital format?

So, I'm totally showing my newbie-ness, but when the formats are digital, which is the best to download? I'm thinking about uploading to iphone for maximum bluetoothing. Also, is the first selection a CD collection of the four shows? I didn't see it listed behind the All Music Edition, so I figured it must be sold out.

Schrodd, formats

16/44.1 is CD format, so you could convert to WAV or AIFF on a computer and burn CDs if you wanted to, as well as have the digital file on a music player.

The higher resolution files are for a computer or music player. If you wanted to burn CDs from those files you would lose the higher resolution that you paid more for.

Holiday of a lifetime?

First time I've ever seen R.I.P. included in the name of a firm pushing you to go on holiday ! Maybe its a plug for euthanasia.

maybe

they thought they were going for dead people as a marketing niche. Dead heads, dead people, I'm so confused... Anyway, they're gone for the moment.

Hi there, I downloaded the…

Hi there,

I downloaded the ALAC of this digital download but when I import into iTunes it is not recognizing the artist or songs and not creating an album. For the same ALAC download for Pacific Northwest ’73-’74: The Complete Recordings Boxed Set it worked perfectly in iTunes. Why does this download now import correctly? Thanks if anyone knows or can help.

Howdydoody

You should ask on the Dave's Picks 30 thread…there's more people on there and very few if any on here…hope it helps.

will do! thank you.

May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

Since they sold out of the regular box set with all the bells and whistles, and had a huge demand, Dead.Net is selling an All Music Edition that "...only includes the 11 CDs in four folios and a booklet of liners, housed in a simple slipcase."

So, still the four shows, just without the special packaging and the unpublished book. This time, the order went through. Nothing on the website about this also being a limited release -- it's not numbered, but they don't specify if it's another set amount.

May 77 - Henryben

Excellent news ! I wonder if they will re-release other box sets in this format that originally sold out. Fillmore West 1969 is the one I sadly missed out on and would shell out for in a heartbeat.

Does somebody have problems with tracking number?

Hello,
I've purchased the fantastic Lyceum LPs more than a month ago and still nothing arrived.
I've searched for the tracking number done by the GD store on the DHL site but nothing appears.
I've yet written to the customer helpdesk, but I'm curious if somebody encountered my same problem.
Thanks a lot,
Fabianope

Fabian

Send a PM to Marye, she can help.

yes please

Fabian, send me a PM and I'll see if the Doc can shed some light here.

Fabian

Just to state the obvious, they are indeed fantastic records. I am half way through 5/25/72 at the moment - one that no-one really mentions. Probably because of the night after, which is a shame as it's a great show in it's own right. Curious "Good Lovin" - 14min 53 seconds, and no Pigpen rap - he just sings the opening the verses and the closing ones some 12 minutes later. In between we have spot on r'n'b jamming like no-one else.

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