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What's Inside:
•144-page paperback book with essays by Nicholas G. Meriwether and Blair Jackson
•A portfolio with three art prints by Jessica Dessner
• Replica ticket stubs and backstage passes for all eight shows
•8 complete shows on 23 discs
      •3/14/90 Capital Centre, Landover, MD
      •3/18/90 Civic Center, Hartford, CT
      •3/21/90 Copps Coliseum, Hamilton, Ontario
      •3/25/90 Knickerbocker Arena, Albany, NY
      •3/28/90 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY
      •3/29/90 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY (featuring Branford Marsalis)
      •4/1/90 The Omni, Atlanta, GA
      •4/3/90 The Omni, Atlanta, GA
Recorded by long-time Grateful Dead audio engineer John Cutler
Mixed from the master 24-track analog tapes by Jeffrey Norman at Bob Weir's TRI Studios
Mastered to HDCD specs by David Glasser
Original Art by Jessica Dessner
Individually Numbered, Limited Edition of 9,000

Announcing Spring 1990 (The Other One)

"If every concert tells a tale, then every tour writes an epic. Spring 1990 felt that way: an epic with more than its share of genius and drama, brilliance and tension. And that is why the rest of the music of that tour deserves this release, why the rest of those stories need to be heard." - Nicholas G. Meriwether

Some consider Spring 1990 the last great Grateful Dead tour. That it may be. In spite of outside difficulties and downsides, nothing could deter the Grateful Dead from crafting lightness from darkness. They were overwhelmingly triumphant in doing what they came to do, what they did best — forging powerful explorations in music. Yes, it was the music that would propel their legacy further, young fans joining the ranks with veteran Dead Heads, Jerry wondering "where do they keep coming from?" — a sentiment that still rings true today, a sentiment that offers up another opportunity for an exceptional release from a tour that serves as transcendental chapter in the Grateful Dead masterpiece.

With Spring 1990 (The Other One), you'll have the chance to explore another eight complete shows from this chapter, the band elevating their game to deliver inspired performances of concert staples (“Tennessee Jed” and “Sugar Magnolia”), exceptional covers (Dylan’s “When I Paint My Masterpiece” and the band’s last performance of the Beatles’ “Revolution”) and rare gems (the first “Loose Lucy” in 16 years) as well as many songs from Built To Last, which had been released the previous fall and would become the Dead’s final studio album. Also among the eight is one of the most sought-after shows in the Dead canon: the March, 29, 1990 show at Nassau Coliseum, where Grammy®-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis sat in with the group. The entire second set is one continuous highlight, especially the breathtaking version of “Dark Star.”

For those of you who are keeping track, this release also marks a significant milestone as now, across the two Spring 1990 boxed sets, Dozin At The Knick, and Terrapin Limited, the entire spring tour of 1990 has been officially released, making it only the second Grateful Dead tour, after Europe 1972, to have that honor.

Now shipping, you'll want to order your copy soon as these beautiful boxes are going, going, gone...

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July 20, 2014 - 6:11pm

#1021

rrot

Joined:
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GD & Rhino

They have made some pretty good choices in Latvala and Lemieux. As far as I can see, both Dick and Dave were/are as informed as anyone could want about the Dead's performance history. But equally important, they were/are both very interested in What Other People Think. Dick definitely was open to learning more from anyone -- and if you go back and look at the comments of his that people quote about this or that show, in their complete context (he published basically a laundry list of shows with his comments in a few big blasts), you'll see that he was constantly asking "show me" "what do you folks think?" etc. We know he peeked in at dead.net forums and sometimes posted. Dave L is in some ways very similar. He says he doesn't look in at any of the goings-on here (who could blame him!), but you could easily email him and ask about anything, like what he thought about releasing something from the Spring '87 Hartford Civic Center or Worcester, MA runs? And I'm sure he'd have a thoughtful reply, based on knowing the performances, what other venues had hot shows in that time period, and what was actually in the vault (we did hear the 3/26/87 He's Gone in 2010's 30 Days of Dead...). I don't at all believe that Dave is biased against particular eras. He's got a 20-70 minute radio show every day of the week, where he plays something from the approximate calendar date. Anyone who's listened to that show over any length of time will tell you that Lemieux plays music from, and seems excited about, every facet of the band's career. Looking at Dave's Pick's early days also seems a lot like Dick's Picks early days. There were complaints about every single one of the early Dick's Picks: not whole shows, significant audio shortcomings, too well-known &/or not enough of an "upgrade" over what already circulated, etc. (Naturally, 99% of folks who own those picks today wouldn't want to give them up!) But none of the early Dick's (or Dave's) picks got the drubbing of Dick's 6, ironically from a time period that would now be greeted with joy, or at least relief, from all quarters: the mid-80s. Meanwhile, the actual situation with releases in audio and video, is quite literally an embarrassment of riches. Who the %^&! would've believed, 5 years ago, that we'd soon see the entire Spring 1972 AND Spring 1990 tours released? And that there'd be f^&#(ng VENETA in our living rooms??! Shit, even if you don't especially love every bit of one (or the other) (or all), you can at least be happy that it means those particular silver mines are sealed! Now on to other rich veins!!! Hold on people, we are getting where we are going faster than we ever believed.
July 20, 2014 - 6:05pm

#1022

Vguy72

Joined:
June 29, 2007

The only way I would be upset....

....with a new release, was if was a re-release of an already official release. There, that should settle it......
July 20, 2014 - 6:03pm

#1023

mbarilla

Joined:
August 8, 2013

Now that 1972 and 1990 has been put to bed for a while,

Bring on the 1983 or 1984 show !!! I would be very pleased to hear a top of the line show in great audio remastered from the hands of Norman and picked by Dave from either of those years. I may not get my wish for those two years, but I do think 9-18-87 is coming very soon. For the community to quench their thirst for more 80's. I also anticipate another release for Black Friday, hopefully in both formats (vinyl and CD.) RSD is like an early Christmas for me. Norman should have plenty of time to work on those 1971 tapes that were returned, since it was revealed the Spring 90' project was finished in May. I Would love to know what they got their hands on. Anybody with any info about Hawaii June 1970 ?? I mentioned before and know Dave has got something from June 12, 1970. I am pumped for any release, so keep em coming for those who are responsible. All good things in All good time. So many roads to ease my soul, so many roads to tease my soul.
July 20, 2014 - 5:59pm

#1024

MilesM

Joined:
August 13, 2012

??

Man there some mad anger goin on on this site today. All i know is that if i dont like something being released um i just dont buy it. I dont go on some internet site and lash out on the band and there affiliates because they didnt cater to my every need. Relax and respect the dead
July 20, 2014 - 5:46pm

#1025

dantian

Joined:
August 6, 2013

PatagoniaFox

re: Rhino, band member's input, integrity, etc. "All four Dead members and Garcia's estate have to approve new entries... "Hart did not preview the remastered concerts. "I don't listen to the [old] music, because it's kind of like eating the same meal, and all I hear is the mistakes," he says. Like the other members, he's far too busy concentrating on making new music to focus on the past. That's what they have Pinkus for. "I go to sleep at night and know our legacy is not being plundered by some evil corporation," Hart says. "It doesn't make me cringe, and I think they're doing good business, as opposed to being evildoers." http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/music/la-et-grateful-dead-20110908…
July 20, 2014 - 5:30pm

#1026

cowhead

Joined:
March 18, 2008

to each their own

Im excited, for both the Daves Picks and the Spring 90 too box set, 1972 may not have been my first pick, but I'm not the picker and was 1972 bad, definitely not. Im just happy that someone is still taking all the time to remaster recordings, put together awesome art, and then sell it to us. If I was so picky that I only wanted releases from a few years of the Deads career I'd go on archive and suck up whatever sound quality was there just so I could here the years I want. So I think i like every year right up to the last show in 1995. I don't see any reason to disrespect people that are excited for the releases that are coming out, or to be mean to the people who don't like the releases.
July 20, 2014 - 5:27pm

#1027

dantian

Joined:
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PatagonianFox

why not more 80's... DL: We just don't have outstanding quality tapes of every year. When we do, we don't necessarily have more than maybe two to five great tapes of a certain year. Whereas 77, we have two-thirds of the year in outstanding, really good quality. 73, 74, we've got 90% of both of those years in great quality. In addition to having great quality performances and really unique shows every night, we've also got these amazing tapes. We do try to bounce around a fair amount. We do pay attention. We do have this 89 DVD and soundtrack [coming out]. We do have this big box set (_Beyond Description_) that was 73 to 89 that was very heavy on 80 to 89 on the bonus material that went on Dead Set and Reckoning and Go to Heaven. We consciously looked at that and did the 66 thing. We're hoping to do some 69 later this year, something substantial. We did an 82 Dick's Picks quite recently. We don't group the 80s Dick's Picks together too much because we just don't have great tapes of a lot of em. But we do have a lot of good multi-track from 89, 90, so we consider that to be very much 80s releases, whether their Dick's Picks or not. We've got Nightfall of Diamonds. We’ve got Go to Nassau out. We do try to get out a good representation, but I agree that it's definitely weighted towards the 70s but it's twofold, based on performance, first of all, and the kind of tapes we have. JPG: I’m just surprised that the 80s don’t have good quality tapes. DL: Well, they're mostly PA tapes. A PA tape is a board tape that's exactly what came out of the PA, that mix. If the hall didn't sound good, the PA didn't sound good. Whereas a Betty Board or something "Kid" [Candelario] recorded or Rex [Jackson] or any of those people in the 70s, those tapes were actually mixed by somebody offstage specifically mixed to tape. Those were mixed in order to be specifically listened to by somebody dedicated to mixing a proper tape as opposed to a guy, Dan Healy, whose main job is to make it sound good for 20,000 people. As a side note of that, he hits record on a cassette deck. So, you're getting a cassette tape of a PA mix vs. a reel-to-reel of a properly mixed tape by a professional recording engineer. That's why something like Alpine sounds as it does, which sounds fine, but it doesn't have the fullness of the stature of a Betty Board from 77. You listen to Dick’s Picks 29, (5/19/77, Fox Theatre, Atlanta, GA and 5/21/77, Lakeland Civic Arena, Lakeland, FL) versus an 80s cassette board. It's like a professionally mixed album versus a good quality PA tape. It really is largely weighed on that. If we had Betty Boards, if we had reel-to-reel properly recorded tapes of every show in the 80s, believe me, we would be seeing a lot more 80s releases, equal amount as there is from the 70s. JPG: Yeah, the 80s. Makes me think of the Brent Mydland era. I’m a big fan. DL: Me too. http://www.jambands.com/features/2005/07/09/truckin-up-to-buffalo-part-…
July 20, 2014 - 5:09pm

#1028

claney

Joined:
July 20, 2007

Thanks Ace!

Thanks Ace, I feel the same way... (it's the way I felt for Spacebro when the Spring 90 TOO box was announced - like "yeay for Spacebro") Bluekind - first - welcome to the site! I think you're saying that my reply to Unkle Sam (a long time poster whose opinions I respect) was exemplifying "mobbishness." Since you are new and don't have the context of my earlier posts, I might explain that my favorite eras are 1968, 1971-77, 1979-85, and 1988 (pre-midi). So, I don't feel like I'm part of some 70s mob or something. And in fact I've often called for / hoped for a relase from 1983-84 especially . My point to Unkle Sam was regarding one statement, that because it took this long to release Wichita, it must not be good. I did not attack him personally, and the lame little smiley face was just to try to make that even more clear. I was, however, trying to find a pithy way of commenting on the need to label one show "Good" and another "bad" - when it seems to me that we're talking about two very good shows, and whether one LIKES them is subjective. So my point remains, with what I hope is respect and a spirit of non-agressiveness - if Wichita is bad because it is released now, doesn't that mean a show released after it is worse? (I'm NOT saying 3/29 is worse, I'm saying that the above logic would dictate that). Wouldn't it mean that Dick's Picks 1 was the best, and every release since is a little worse? I believe it is okay for us to debate points of logic about the music, is it not? Anyway, peace - and welcome (seriously, no sarcasm - that's why I tend to rely on the dumb smileys)
July 20, 2014 - 3:17pm

#1029

Triad

Joined:
November 3, 2013

I'm still happy...

This is the only band in the universe where 20 years after they ended we could get new releases. quit the bitching. any dead is good dead...
July 20, 2014 - 3:13pm

#1030

PatagonianFox

Joined:
October 25, 2011

wow! sarcasm!

no record contract is one sentence long. if the grateful dead have surrendered all control to rhino then they obviously don't care. if they still have some input as to what is released, and they choose not to release anything from the '80s then they should probably explain why. if its truly a matter of money then they are sellouts. i have nothing against capitalism. i like money too, but at some point it can't be your primary objective if you value your integrity.

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What's Inside:
•144-page paperback book with essays by Nicholas G. Meriwether and Blair Jackson
•A portfolio with three art prints by Jessica Dessner
• Replica ticket stubs and backstage passes for all eight shows
•8 complete shows on 23 discs
      •3/14/90 Capital Centre, Landover, MD
      •3/18/90 Civic Center, Hartford, CT
      •3/21/90 Copps Coliseum, Hamilton, Ontario
      •3/25/90 Knickerbocker Arena, Albany, NY
      •3/28/90 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY
      •3/29/90 Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, NY (featuring Branford Marsalis)
      •4/1/90 The Omni, Atlanta, GA
      •4/3/90 The Omni, Atlanta, GA
Recorded by long-time Grateful Dead audio engineer John Cutler
Mixed from the master 24-track analog tapes by Jeffrey Norman at Bob Weir's TRI Studios
Mastered to HDCD specs by David Glasser
Original Art by Jessica Dessner
Individually Numbered, Limited Edition of 9,000

Announcing Spring 1990 (The Other One)

"If every concert tells a tale, then every tour writes an epic. Spring 1990 felt that way: an epic with more than its share of genius and drama, brilliance and tension. And that is why the rest of the music of that tour deserves this release, why the rest of those stories need to be heard." - Nicholas G. Meriwether

Some consider Spring 1990 the last great Grateful Dead tour. That it may be. In spite of outside difficulties and downsides, nothing could deter the Grateful Dead from crafting lightness from darkness. They were overwhelmingly triumphant in doing what they came to do, what they did best — forging powerful explorations in music. Yes, it was the music that would propel their legacy further, young fans joining the ranks with veteran Dead Heads, Jerry wondering "where do they keep coming from?" — a sentiment that still rings true today, a sentiment that offers up another opportunity for an exceptional release from a tour that serves as transcendental chapter in the Grateful Dead masterpiece.

With Spring 1990 (The Other One), you'll have the chance to explore another eight complete shows from this chapter, the band elevating their game to deliver inspired performances of concert staples (“Tennessee Jed” and “Sugar Magnolia”), exceptional covers (Dylan’s “When I Paint My Masterpiece” and the band’s last performance of the Beatles’ “Revolution”) and rare gems (the first “Loose Lucy” in 16 years) as well as many songs from Built To Last, which had been released the previous fall and would become the Dead’s final studio album. Also among the eight is one of the most sought-after shows in the Dead canon: the March, 29, 1990 show at Nassau Coliseum, where Grammy®-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis sat in with the group. The entire second set is one continuous highlight, especially the breathtaking version of “Dark Star.”

For those of you who are keeping track, this release also marks a significant milestone as now, across the two Spring 1990 boxed sets, Dozin At The Knick, and Terrapin Limited, the entire spring tour of 1990 has been officially released, making it only the second Grateful Dead tour, after Europe 1972, to have that honor.

Now shipping, you'll want to order your copy soon as these beautiful boxes are going, going, gone...

sale out

I bet this sale's out in a week two at tops

New Spring 1990 Box

This was ordered immediately!! Here's hoping 6-30-85 or 7-1-85 for Dave's Picks 11!! Thank you Dave & the powers that be!!

3-24-90 how to complete the show

for the compiler /completionist in all of us.. if you want full 3/24/90 show.... Dozin at Knick has entire second set on disc 2 and 3. And Walkin Blues on Disc 1 "Playing in the Band" (Hunter, Hart, Weir) – 10:08 > "Uncle John's Band" (Hunter, Garcia) – 10:01 > "Lady With A Fan" (Hunter, Garcia) – 6:35 > "Terrapin Station" (Hunter, Garcia) – 6:45 > "Mud Love Buddy Jam" (Grateful Dead) – 7:53 > "Drums" (Hart, Kreutzman) – 9:41 > "Space" (Garcia, Lesh, Weir) – 9:39 Disc 3 "Space" (Garcia, Lesh, Weir) – 1:03 > "The Wheel" (Hunter, Garcia) – 4:45 > "All Along the Watchtower" (Dylan) – 7:45 > "Stella Blue" (Hunter, Garcia) – 8:32 > "Not Fade Away" (Holly, Petty) – 7:24 "We Bid You Goodnight" (trad., arr. Grateful Dead) – 2:21 Spring 90 first box on the end of 3/26/90 CD 3 Bonus Tracks From 3/24/90 Albany ( 1st set) 7. Let The Good Times Roll> [4:01] 8. Help On The Way> [4:05] 9. Slipknot!> [3:50] 10. Franklin's Tower [8:04] 11. Loser [7:30] 12. Tennessee Jed [7:53] and the final 2 tracks: Desolation Row on "Postcards from the hanging" One More Saturday Night is on "Without a net" make a itunes play list and burn it down....

smart

Smart and thoughtful to offer 3/29 separately. I shall get that, but this is the first box set I am going to give a miss..I have only listened to Spring 90 once and I need to start saving for the 2015 treasure trove. Happy though for all those who are looking forward to this one.

I'm in

I wonder what they are going to do in 2015 to top this.

at this point, I'm going to pass.

Love Spring '90. Bought the first box. In fact, I own every GD release. This is too much money for second-tier shows. I'll grab the 3/29/90 release though.

A conscionable opt-out!

It's been so long since I haven't purchased an official GOGD release that the omission seems counter-intuitive! Yet, the timing and nature of this set are budgetarily fortuitous, especially with conventional anticipation of some extraordinary debuts incident to the impending big L (five-oh)! To those ordering, enjoy!/Kate

I'm out and in...

I'm out. My box budget ends at $199.99 This looks grate though and I know I will regret not getting the physical copy. Definitely going to grab 3/29/90 though. Looks like an awesome show! Would be nice if they offer the digital downloads at some point. I bet they will.

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huh? dancingbear.dk--

3/30/90 is on the first Spring 1990 box set.

Sellout...

My guess is it sells out in 2 days.If Thelma sold out in 2 days, this won't take as long... considering it's 5000 less copies. Even at the higher price.

No way this sells out in 2 days, brianhahne

The first Spring Box was also 9,000 copies, was cheaper, and frankly, contained better shows. It took over 4 weeks to sell out, if I remember correctly.

Pass on "The Other One"

I have the 1st Spring 1990 box, I have listened to every show about 6 times over the course of 13 months, lost interest, repacked everything. Almost ready to sell it, a definitely maybe, perhaps. The Dozin' At The Knick, released in 1996, is good enough for me. I also said here on dead.net, that if the rest of Spring 1990 Tour would be released, I'd wouldn't buy it. Do I really need every Grateful Dead show? I already have a fine copy of 3/29/90. I have better things to do with $250USD or what ever the price is with shipping costs.For those who have pre-ordered this set, fine, I KNOW that you enjoy it.

Duh WW...

Note to self. Duh WW read the description. Digital is going to be available on release date. Cool.

3/24/90

Where's "Walkin Blues"?..It looks like this song cant be found..Has it ever been released?

@ Born Cross Eyed...

...check you PMs, please.(love that screen name, btw!)

Paradox Waits

Today begins the countdown for the Spring 77 Conundrum

If 3/29/90 isn't limited

If 3/29/90 isn't limited edition why would anyone pre-order and pay the shipping? I ordered limited SSDD the night of MUAM last year because I thought that was it. Next thing you know the show is in every store for sale. Didn't need the limited with bells and whistles just the music. Didn't know otherwise so I paid more for it and shipping. Still spicy.

be thankful for little things

"3/24/90Where's "Walkin Blues"?..It looks like this song cant be found..Has it ever been released?" that's just rhino showing a spot of mercy to the fans...

Gonna pass

Just can't spend that kind of money. I hope they go back to more reasonably priced box sets. I'm also not a big fan of 90's Dead so it's not a major blow to me. If it had been a 70's or early 80's box it would really suck as I would love to buy but it's just too pricey. I'm happy for those scooping this up, though. Hope you guys enjoy it. I thought selling the Marsalis show on it's own was a nice touch but not something I'm interested in myself. Still going to grab JGB this up coming week, though. Can't miss out on that.

"Walkin' Blues" 3/24/90?

It can be found on "Dozin' At The Knick" Disc 1.

Walkin' Blues...

Unless I'm mistaken, is on Dozin'. Long live the Queen.

Sellout...

I would be willing to bet this doesn't sell out so fast. Other than the Branford show, these are the shows they left off the first box. Branford, I am sure, required negotiations with his business manager. But other than that, they chose the shows they thought were the best. These are the ones they left off. If they had planned on releasing the whole tour, they likely would have released the first half of the tour in one box, and the second half of the tour in another box. Secondly, they are selling unlimited digital downloads. This will diminish demand for the box and leave those who like limited editions and those who want the book and replica tickets. The good news is that if they can sell this out in two days, all those clamoring for '90s releases will get their wish going forward.

How do you think these releases sound?

Just curious as to your thoughts, but I thought the mix on the first Spring '90 box set was weak. I find this odd since "Without A Net" is one of the best live recordings I think I've ever heard, and these releases are culled from the same material. When I go back and listen to these shows, I prefer Healy's soundboard mix over the official releases. They're warmer, better balanced and not nearly as harsh and tinny. Jerry is more up front (vocals and guitar), each band member's placement in the mix is reflective of their position on stage, just the right amount of reverb to make it feel alive. I don't know, maybe I'm crazy. These releases have been normalized, so they're definitely louder but lack dynamic range. Anyhow, I'd like to hear what others are thinking about the way these "recent" shows are being mixed down. For me, I'm opting out and sticking with my SBD -> CASS -> DAT -> CD, I think they're mixed better. Chime in. JWB

@ angry jack straw

done and done. Thanks and Peace.

Vol 1 vs Vol 2

Spring '90 Volume One is from the two-track tapes that were mixed live by Cutler. Volume Two is mixed by Norman from the 24 track tapes. There should be little comparison in terms of the quality between Vol 1 and 2. Without A Net is mixed from the multi-track tapes, just like Volume 2 is.

Mix

I didn't get the first volume since I wasn't thrilled with the sound. It's good to know this will sound different.

Card Hit

I am in - VERY EXCITED, don't really care what the next DAP is at this point just got 8 shows of my favorite dead era - Space Bro I am sure is happy as a pig in Sh#t right now! I used my debit card and the charge is on there now, does anyone if they take the funds out now or when it ships?

I got mine

This is my favorite Dead and the time period that got my attention. Gonna love hearing it!

Mix

Jayburg, Without a Net was mixed from multi-track tapes. The (first) Spring 1990 box was not. It was mastered from live-to-2-track mixes and it definitely suffers.

Wow - i'm super stocked

I've never heard half these shows, so its going to be an exciting September in Grateful Dead land! And....there is also a new JGB album coming out from their tour in '78 - with Keith and Donna. Very exciting stuff. Wish the first box set was mastered from the 24 bit analog rather than the 2 channel mix. Can't wait to hear the upgrade!

review of my 1st listen to Estimated...

sonically speaking, of course, we all know it kills...anyways... during Jerry's 1st solo you notice the perfect balance between Weir's awesome rhythm playing in the left channel & Garcia in the right, playing his usual groovin' subtle, envelope-filtery tone solo... (the drums & keys ARE NOT OBNOXIOUSLY LOUD like the Boxset 90 #1 mixes are...) Brent kinda floats in the middle, as does Branford, who when he re-enters, he sounds amazing, mixed loud, i'd say, but not too loud, as he mimics the lines Brent is playing... sooooooo freakin good... Lesh right in the pocket, could even be a tad louder (NOT complaining) AND, you can almost feel the nod Branford gave to Jerry as he ends his solo & Garcia starts right into his... or maybe Jer shot him a look sayin " yo, it's my turn!" hehehe... Brian (& others who were there) could you see the stage?? great stuff, an early b-day gift... @ Deuce, debit card, cash gone immediately, holmes... sorry to be tbobn... btw, i'm a diehard Rangers fan, but 2 of my ALLTIME FAVOURITE players are: Ray Bourque & Cam Neely gotta say, i'd love to have Milan Lulic on my Rangers, as well... ♤

Duece....

I ordered up a copy at about 12:30pm mountain time and then checked my account about a half hour later and it's already been taken. Bought & paid for.....now the happy wait. :) re:shipping-$14.95 isn't too bad for something that's probabaly gonna be pretty heavy,book rate style ya know?

Awakin Blues...

..Thanks for correcting my dumbassness folks! "I see" said the blindman! Anyway I just picked up this set. Looks great! I broke out Terrapin Ltd. and 4/2 this past weekend so this tour is still in my rotation. Hartford(3/19) and Albany(3/26) were my first shows so this tour is special for me. I remember the cold, snow and ice on those days, so much for "Spring 90!" Dave's 11 and JGB will keep us entertained until this gem arrives! Take care folks! ;)

Wow

Interesting set. I'm on the fence. I've been buying these for a while and have no problem dropping $100 on it but the $239 will fry wife (I just bought a road bike and have to lay low for a bit...) and am not 100% sure I'd be into this one that much, based on the Estimated Demo. It's interested but extra syncopated. If I only have two days, it's not gonna happen anyway as I have to pack and clean the house and fly to Oklahoma after 1/2 day @ work tomorrow and will be at my cousin's lakehouse which, according to Mrs, has sketchy internet, which would usually be cool... Hmm, there about 8:40, it sounds better, along with grabbing headphones instead of my suckazz laptop speakers. Hmmm indeed....

May I speak?

Whilst I see many comments regarding the cost as well as the shipping, I don't see any recognizing this item as a collectible and everything that goes with collectibles...the good, the bad, etc.It was and is meant to be an appreciable (in every way) artifact. Thoughts?

That makes sense, I guess I

That makes sense, I guess I just assumed that the 1st box set was from the 24 track tapes. Without a Net is beautiful, Dozin' is right up there with it. So why does the Warlocks box set suffer? According to the notes, it was mixed from the multi-track. Maybe my expectations are too high. Thanks for the response.

new release woohoo

it's great to see all the chatter. love the action here. there has not been a buzzz like this for a while.. i,m feelin' it ! love to all the familiar names i have not seen lately ..

I'm stoked...

Personally, Spring 1990 (#1) was the best box set released, as far as presentation, etc. They do a great job as far as Europe 72, May 77, Warlocks.. but Spring 1990, to me, is a family heirloom. My son will get it one day, along with the early pre-order poster. I can't wait to get this one, and the early poster as well. It will sell out, and appreciate. The Europe 72 box had individual releases, a music only option.. and yet the trunk still sells between 700 and 1000 often. It's that collectible. This one looks beautiful, and I will treasure it always... It may only get a few listens, but hey, I am a completist, and I love my collection. It's my connection to the band now that they're gone (not counting ratdog, further, pl&f, etc). This is gonna be SWEET. 24 track masters, great book, great add-ons, great packaging... I'm all over it. I was on this tour, and it shaped my life. I loved the 3/29/90 show... It was magic. I've seen the video someone posted on youtube, at least a dozen times. I've owned an audience tape, burned to cd-r, for years... but I can't WAIT to get this. THANK YOU DAVE LEMIEUX!

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blah. i still can't get the hang of the way these comments work. i was trying to reply to someone else's comment

Except for one show, this is not new material

I've been a Dead fan since 1965. I ordered this... then checked and canceled. If I had not already purchased the previous spring 1990 set, or if it had not previously been released, things would be different. Even if it is a new mix, it is not worth $250 for one new show. This should have been clearer in the email blast. When they start re-re-re-releasing the same material, at some point it is just crass commercialization... I would love to see the show I don't have released separately, and I would happily buy it in a minute.

Except for one show, this is not new material

THIS IS DISGUSTING!

This A*hole gives the rest of us who sell on ebay a bad name. http://www.ebay.com/itm/GRATEFUL-DEAD-SPRING-1990-THE-OTHER-ONE-8-SHOWS… Whoever this is, should be ashamed of themselves. I think it WILL appreciate to $399. But to post it for sale at that now, when it's available direct... is a disgusting act of in-human non-decency. This guy is as bad as springfromnight1989.

Technical Difficulties

Hmmm...I can't get "Estimated" to play on Rolling Stone. All I see is the soundcloud icon, and nothing happens when I click on it. Any tips?

LABaxter

I don't understand what you mean....The shows aren't the same. They're from the same run, but no shows are duplicated. For example, 3/30/90 was on Spring box #1. Spring Box #2 has 3/28/90 and 3/29/90. Also, Spring 1990 (#1) had Copps at 3/22/90. This one has 3/21/90. Spring box #1 was basically the closing night of each run/city. This is the other nights... Spring 1990 was a different mix, different masters. This is the 24 track of the other nights.... not the same nights. Why do you say it's a re-release? Check again.

After reading all the thoughts here

I decided to buy the Wake Up single show and then Dozin at the Knick CD rather than buy this new set. I have the 2CD set So Glad You Made It from the first box, and with the 2 above mentioned discs, I felt this would be a good collection from the period. The box with shipping is just more than I can dish out at the moment. Looks like a cool package with lots of good selections and coming from the 24 track source promises good sound. But I looked at some of the assessments and choose this route. Still looking for Daves 11 as I am a subscriber and plan to be in 2015 as well. Hope the vast majority are digging the news and are looking forward to all the new tunes soon to be with us.

Right!??

I was wondering how fast it would show up with the "scalpers". I checked Amazon just outta curiosity at around 3 this afternoon and saw nothing yet and was actually happily surprised.But yeah,you're right,it is disgusting.

JRF68...

Scalpers is an accurate description here for this guy.I sometimes take offense when people bash everyone who sells on ebay, b/c I feel I do it fairly and I've helped a lot of people out. But this is beyond indecent. Can I suggest we all "contact buyer" on this guy and tell him he's disgusting? :-) Like I said, I think this WILL eventually sell for $399. It will sell out, it will be worth it. But this is just.. I dunno. I can't even believe I'm seeing it.

had to do it

Debated in my head for a few hours and just placed my order. I was at the 3-29-90 and all the hartford shows, knick too. Brianhahane....thanks for posting that some jerk is already price gouging this on e-bay. That made me jump on it now. ....also its not only one new show! Tomorrow i hope for dap11 announcement.

Mix, Part Deux

Ok, I gotta admit they got me with the "mixed from multi-track" promise. Here's hoping they gave JN the full mixing budget he deserves. (I'm still sore over the E72 box rush.) We shall see... I celebrated with a blast of PITB>China Doll>UJB>Terrapin from 3/30/90, which actually sounds pretty good for live-to-2-track. And a big thanks for the standalone release of 3/29/90. Not everyone has the disposable dinero for the whole box and accoutrements, and it would have been cruel to hold that hostage as box-only. Maybe not the best move business-wise, but a bone for the masses.

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