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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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July 2, 2017 - 11:33pm

#401

guit30

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Lazy Lightning

This is a very good song from Weir's "Kingfish" album. The Dead did a good version of it. When I saw the Dead in the 70s,everyone was stoned and tripping. We wanted to listen to the music. All of this digital garbage didn't exist.
July 2, 2017 - 8:38pm

#402

bohlint

Joined:
September 9, 2015

Dead and Company

Hey all, Just got back from Chicago for 2 nights of Dead and Co. Thought I would ramble on the topic a bit. I have seen at least 2 shows in 15, 16, and now 17 from this band, and this tour has by far been the best. They are letting Oteil and JM who are clearly world class musicians that love this music push the pace and it is a breath of fresh air. The setlists are creative and enjoyable and I think most agree this band has been the best post 95 dead music we have seen. I enjoyed both nights but Friday more so than Saturday. Saturday was sold out, which is kind of a big deal. There are not many acts selling out stadiums these now and days. One thing I have to comment on is all the chatter at these shows. I am sure that people have been talking about dumb shit at shows since 66 and I am the first to admit that I am getting older and crankier, but all the talking really dampens my experience and it is out of control. A girl behind was litterally screaming in my ear asking her friend "what hashtag she was using" while Otiel was singing China Doll. NIght 2 you cold hardly hear the acoustic Dark Start becuase of the talking. Maybe it is more casual fans coming to shows, more beer, and less LSD? Whatever it is, when people drive across 3 states for a concert it would be nice to take it in without all the distractions. I won't even start on people holding up thier bright phones up every song for video they will never use when the concert is being professionally recordered. I ended up moving around a bit and finding good energy for both shows. Speaking of Oteil singing........ I love it. China Doll was out of this world on Friday night, though I don't think he is the best choice for Fire. I was talking to a head on the L after the Saturday show about Days Between. I always have mixed feelings about that tune being played after drums space, which is where I think it almost always landed in the 90's? But I could be mistaken. I enjoy the tune and know it has a lot of meaning. I also thnk it is one Jerry song bobby sings really well but I wouldn't mind seeing it in the beginning of the second set or in the 1st set. That place was ready to rock Saturday and I would have loved a Dew, Eyes, or Throwing Stones. Then again, DB has been in my head all day and it was special. Ahhhhh, mixed feelings again. Any thoughts out there on that tune? All in all an amazing tour. Congrats to dead co for making that happpen. They were clearly all having fun and will all go home with a little money in their pockets. It means a lot to me to have Bob, Mickey, and Bill on stage together.
July 2, 2017 - 4:40pm

#403

kyleharmon

Joined:
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Dead & Company

didn't know if anyone generally knew this or not but Dead & Company shows are available for download and cd format at nugs.net
July 2, 2017 - 4:34pm

#404

icecrmcnkd

Joined:
October 20, 2015

Lucky Vguy

Wish I lived in a cool state....(still)....used to live in Reno, biggest little city in the world.Reno is so close to hell you can see Sparks. :)
July 2, 2017 - 2:25pm

#405

LedDed

Joined:
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The Jolly Troll

C'mon... seriously? I love Bob - we all love Bob. Bobby is all of us, he succeeded, man, he kept at it and got un-thrown-out of the band, and goddamn hell yes he blossomed into the very force that is keeping the Good Ship Grateful Dead & Co. sailing along across the millennial sunsets... There was no disrespect intended, just love for the baby brother.
July 2, 2017 - 2:02pm

#406

danc

Joined:
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Troll

Weir's songwriting contributions to the GD catalog are foundational. I dare say that 99.5% of Deadheads love and admire and support Bob Weir for all his talents, including his devotion to his craft. I don't appreciate the manner in which a previous opinion was expressed. There's a better way to communicate.
July 2, 2017 - 1:50pm

#407

_

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@Vguy72

This note's for you.... https://youtu.be/KHIRCOPas-M enjoy my friend....
July 2, 2017 - 11:36am

#408

Vguy72

Joined:
June 29, 2007

Let me say two things....

....first, Lazy Lightning Supplication is not crap. Second. I have a receipt in my hand for pot. A receipt for pot. Half of the receipt is warnings of usage. I've commandeered that ship long enough to know the rules. Kinda funny. I wasn't going to miss buying weed legally on the first day available for all the kush in the world. The line was 1 1/2 hrs long, but it didn't seem like it. Reminded me of standing in line for concert tix back in the day. The people in line with me made up a broad spectrum of society in my eyes. Male to female. 50/50. Ages were 21 to 60. Black, White, Hispanic, Asian, tall, short. It was pretty awesome....there was even a guy wearing a KISS tee
July 2, 2017 - 9:02am

#409

LedDed

Joined:
February 16, 2017

Lazy Lightning is crap

Whenever Lazy Lighnting/Supplication comes up, I skip ahead. I can't bear it. Those songs don't even sound like Dead material. It's just a stiff uptempo thing for Bob and Donna Jean to scream off-key over. I would imagine Bob brought those in. I haven't done my homework and I may be wrong but they don't feel like Jerry songs. Garcia gamely solos all over them but the grooves are shit. I haven't noticed Dead and Co. go near those, or a few other Weir turds (Weather Report Suite, for instance). They seem to be going back to the good stuff. I like how Bob sings some Jerry songs. It's touching. He's also grey as hell, with the beard, and he wears a lot of black T-shirts. God Bless him, feels like a bit of a tribute.
July 1, 2017 - 8:53pm

#410

frosted

Joined:
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Drove through Nevada today

On the way from Utah to Lake Tahoe. There seemed to be some smoke in the air, but there weren't any forest fires nearby. Hmmm, wonder what it could have been.... :)

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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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