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    JSFC -- Did I miss a comment...
    ...somewhere about bit torrents being stealing? Could somebody explain that issue to me? Also, if Live Downloads is paying to the band I would agree -- what does it matter where we purchase it? Same with the indie resellers, they are paying the freight. But, if I went into a store and saw the "Bonus Disc" for RT 3.3 being sold separately for 24.99 because you can't get it from the store anymore I would be more than a little displeased.
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    I 100% disagree
    That bit torrents are "stealing" music. Also Live Downloads is a legit site. They wouldn't do something shady like convert mp3 to flac and sell them. What's matter where you purchase stuff as long as you can find it? "Lazy lightning you say you never strike the same place. I want a double dose in any case" ... "You got to hear my supplication. Got to hear me now. A little bolt of inspiration"
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    I don't have anything to report but believe me this is getting passed along. Thank you.
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    Live Downloads FLAC or MP3
    I read your comment dajokr and checked a copy of 'Rare Cuts and Oddities' I purchased as a FLAC from LiveDownLoads a while back. The rapid analysis tool in Traders Little Helper states with 100% confidence that every track does is not contaminated by MP3 (for each track the report states 'looks like CDDA with probability 100%') so all seems fine. There are more sophisticated checkers out there but they take a while to set up. Of course I cannot guarantee that any other DLs from that site are OK too. It does raise the question of why and how LiveDownloads are selling so ,much more material than Deadnet and if their operation is approved and where they have sourced the material. I would guess that if they were an illegal or fake operation GDP or Rhino would have taken action by now, but who knows? What would be preferable is that if all the releases could be downloaded from here...I have no idea why that is not happening. ANy news on that Marye? thanks
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    Speaking of downloads...
    ...did the Road Trips full-show download idea fizzle out? The links are still there for the V1N1 (79) full show downloads but they are dead. And those shows are not at live downloads, unfortunately. For those that have ordered the FLACs from live downloads, are you certain that the files are true lossless (i.e., from the original source) and not simply converted mp3s? The reason I ask is that I downloaded two of them and then compared the sound to the mp3s and I didn't hear a difference. Usually my ear can fairly easily distinguish such things on my system. Phenomenal release in 5-15-70. Please keep 'em coming just like that!!
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    Regarding the Dick's Picks releases
    I have just heard from Mac Dunlop that all Dick's Picks releases will be back in stock. We do not yet have an ETA on the missing ones but will try to make an appropriate amount of noise to bring them to the general attention when they are available again!
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    if I knew anything I would tell you, so I guess for the moment there is no news. I'm pretty sure everyone concerned is aware of the demand at this point, but don't know what the various realities are. Badger, incongruity duly noted!
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    Download Series is available
    Just about the entire GD catalogue including the Download Series and Rare Cuts and Oddities can be purchased online in FLAC or MP3 or ALAC from: http://www.livedownloads.com/live-music/3,461/Grateful-Dead-mp3-flac-do… you can download the front cover from that site too. If you want all the artwork send me a pm and I will tell you where to find it Why you can buy there releaes from livedownlaods and not from here beats me..but at least they can be found somewhere!
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    Download series?
    Marye, thought you were gonna check on the Download series availability? Just looking to see if there's any plans. Would like to get the flacs, and I'm sure so many others would too. I can't see how it actually costs the company money to keep a link online... it's revenue generating. I can get the mp3's from amazon (no thanks) and so may forums have the bittorrents but that's just stealing. Why can't legit customers get the product? makes little sense to me.... Still would love to get the artwork for the cd's too.. not sure why that seems to be such a hard thing to acquire too.
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    why is it when I come to this site (and I have an account) there is no music? Shouldn't there be some streaming of great dead music when I come here?! Its about the music after all! I have really considered buying the winterland 1973 (nov 10) cd package but how can I preview o make sure it is the cd of the tape I owned so long ago? Any suggestions? Archive dot org removes it when there is a commercial release (fair enough) but how can I have a quick listen before buying? Its not on iTunes... any suggestions? Also, Dead.net should consider a format like iTunes where you can have a quick preview of songs....(but not sell by the song!!! never go there!)
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howdy yalll.. just a simple inquisition... do yall got an original artwork or fan artwork place... i just cant seem to find it.... im sure you guys would have one, just cant seem to put my finger on it... thanks...
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something that could separate fan photos from members artwork would be cool... ya know,as long as your working on the server and all :) what thinks u, marye?
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I think it could be done, though I tear my hair at the thought of retrofitting what's already up. It's a good idea, as we've been getting a lot more artwork from folks lately.
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Marye I hope your garden is going good Lots of butterflies and dragon flies plus mosquitos How do I order the Pyramid shows? I don't see any links Also the artwork for road Trips is cool any chance that would come out as a poster? I really like the steer skull with the bolt. Bob Thanks And the road goes on forever.... BobbaLee
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Hi, how's it going? The preorder is coming up real soon now. I know nothing of the poster status but will pass the request along!
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Hi there, any word on Rockin the Cradle preorder yet? Can't wait
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The package was up for pre-order for a few hours, including a new Road Trips volume (Winterland From Egypt with Love), then gone again. Very confusing.
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basically, an under construction page escaped and was re-corralled. This should all emerge real soon now. Thank you for your patience!
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OK, thanks or clarification. Looking forward to seeing it up again and finding out a little more about the next Road Trips volume!
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howdy again... just a quick question... who or what would i get in touch with concerning GD copyright laws... im just an artist who makes shirts of my art from time to time and was wondering who i should seek to get permission to do so... as in some of my work contains the stealie face...and the bolt... and to what degree i should tweak my art as too it is not breaking any copy right laws... and i hope its not warner bros...but if it is...any contact info you could provide would be delicious... would be grateful if you fine folks could show me the way..-forver grateful...-capt space...
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re: "Ladies And Gentleman, The Grateful Dead" hi, I was looking for this CD in the Store, (under LIVE RECORDINGS as well as BOX SETS & COMPILATIONS) but didn't see it. is it available?
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Is this site going crazy on anyone else? I see that I am signed in but can't send pms and enter chat. 2323 PST USA But I can post this? If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, infinite. William Blake
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my message is on the site but it is not the latest in recent posts, should be, it is with posts from late this afternoon If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, infinite. William Blake
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Notice the vault series has become download only now, wonder if Ladies is heading that way also.
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What is this in the forumsI saw one about 1974 Miami show I assume that you sign up and someone mails you the CD and then you pass it on? Sorry I am not really uh knowledgeable about this. Planning a big party when i get the Pyramid shows. Thanks And the road goes on forever.... BobbaLee
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It is indeed where people who sign up share shows by passing them along for the next person to copy the CDs and then send them on. There is a variety of Grateful Dead, Garcia, Ratdog, Phil & Friends and even other artists music to share. Click back to forums, then scroll down to the vineyard, click and browse.
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My earlier post was incorrect. The vault series is still available on cd, just also now available as download, 128,256, or flac. I apoligize for any confusion.peace,pk
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How can I get back on the mailing list for an almanac. I keep reading how others are soooo excited about getting there's in the mail. I want mine too!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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How can I sign up to get the Almanac in the mail? I have a old computer that does'nt work well enough to down load anything. I enjoyed the Almanac years before and am very glad to hear that it is back. I would love to get it again. Thank you , Blink
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try emailing almanac at dead dot net to get on the mailing list.
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Why does it always say "You are not allowed to post new forum topic"? Are we only allowed to respond to Admin. issued Topics on this board?
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In short, yes. However, if there's a topic you'd like started, we're generally pretty responsive.
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Why is The Dead playing for a politician when they could have played for their family/friends for all these years?
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I have no idea. Delighted as I am to see you around these parts, it seems to me all the various Obama fundraiser topics are alive and well, other than the one with the original press release, which did get rather summarily removed as arrangements were not exactly firm at the time. If you want to PM me the particulars on this mystery please do!
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Hi, I'm looking for two tix for 11/1. I have tix for sat 11/8 that i'm willing to trade or I'll pay cash Hey, hook a sista up. Thanks and have a wonderful Day!
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try the tix wanted topic, where you may have better luck.
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How come we choose from just two people to run for president and over fifty for Miss America ?
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There are more people who are willing to be Miss America! Conversation is always more interesting than recitation, so speak your mind and not someone else's.
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its because no-one pays attention to the independent candidates, most of us are just concerned with the two bloated bloodsucking political parties that have the most money (our money of course) that's all they see. you must look beyond these vampires....plenty of other candidates out there but it's harder for them to get on the ballot, because, again, money!!
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Im so sad that all of the tickets are sold out for the Dead Heads For Obama Concert at the Warfield!!! You guys need to have another show so the rest of your fans can have a chance of seeing the greatest band ever supporting the best presidential candidate of our generation!! I would drive across oceans and fly through time and space for those tickets!! Please consider it, Morianna
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I seem to remember Bruce having a picture in the Band Members section of dead.net. Oh well I could be wrong. Bruce no love? come on. Just curious. Anyway Bruce is coming to Vancouver january 09 and Im pumped. wonder if I will be the only one in a tie die.
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we used to be able to see a list of all members and access their profiles. is that option still available?
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why thank you ,marye, for your most kind assistance. i believe it used to say "members" or something similar close to or near "chatroom" and "all recent posts"
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Hi! I was one of the multitude who pre-oprdered the Rockin' The Cradle set here, but still haven't received it. Any news/ideas? Thanks!
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Hi! I was one of the multitude who pre-ordered the Rockin' The Cradle set here, but still haven't received it. Any news/ideas? Thanks!
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i got fed up with not even receiving shipping status.contacted cust.serv.and asked wot would be quicker, refund or shipping status.then they did both the same day......re-ordered and it should be here 2morrow....i would get with cust. serv. if i was yoy
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I have a question: say I wanted to make sure dead.net folks were aware that HeadCount was auctioning off certain music-related items, like: 1. A Warren Haynes, custom Gibson Les Paul Guitar, signed by Warren himself 2. A Pearl Jam poster from their 2008 tour, signed by every band member 3. A Fender guitar signed by every member of the Allman Brothers Band and Bob Weir & RatDog 4. A guitar signed by every member of My Morning Jacket 5. A Rothbury poster signed by Snoop Dogg, Dave Matthews and three members of Phish 6. A Mile High Festival poster signed by Dave Matthews, John Mayer and 10 others 7. A pair of Congas played by Jay Lane of RatDog along side Bob Weir at a historic private performance in Washington D.C. on April 7th (signed by both) Where would I post something like that? (I get HeadCount emails, let me know if you want me to forward you the email with the auction link) ((Snoop Dogg, Dave Matthews and Phish - you know that's the after party to hit!))
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I would like to hear from people who have had problems with Merchandizing and the customer service message line their thoughts about a phone line to speak with a Human and also if problems have been resolved satisfactorily.
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we could start a topic for HeadCount I'll try to deal with it in the next day or so.
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is there a no hassle site for GD lyrics and chords?
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marye said: "we could start a topic for HeadCount I'll try to deal with it in the next day or so." Don't worry about it mary, you've been swamped with starting new forums. I just wanted to post the auction list somewhere. The Ratdog/Allmans autographed guitar is still only $1000, and the Bob Weir autographed congas are an affordable $370. thanks, Mark
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No gdh this week is posted. I called DG on the air at KPFA last night and he said he had e mailed one to dead.net. what is the problem? lethedoom