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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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  • DJMac520
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    She had ribbons, ribbons, ribbons . . .
    So the band releases a 24-year old, 8 show box set that is mixed impeccably and sounds better than anything that could be recorded today, by any band, and, well to paraphrase Allen Iverson we're talking ribbons? Ribbons? We talkin Ribbons?? Ribbons?? Ribbons??!?!? Not even the shows, but Ribbons?!?!?! An odd lot are we Deadheads. And I love it!
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    Amazing Box Set
    I have to put my 2 cents in as I have been reading this forum for a month and could not agree more with what people are saying. I am more of a 70s fan but my first show was not until Buckeye Lake on 6/25/88. This box set speaks to me as this is the Grateful Dead I saw in concert. It brought tears to my eyes listening to these shows. Damn how I miss seeing these guys! These were some of the best times in my life, hands down. This box sounds amazing and I echo what others have said, Brent is the man! The rest of the guys are in fine form as well, to say the least. What a sound. Please keep them coming.
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    Good call / prediction on 50th anniversary. Nice list. I checked DP 3, because I knew there was something missing. That 'something' is: El Paso Peggy-O New Minglewood blues FotD Ramble on Rose BE Woman Good lovin' Sugar Magnolia There's a bonus disc for you, and the same problem as with 3/24/90...
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    Brent's Hammond B3 with Leslie mix...
    ...on this set sounds amazing. I can't think of enough adjectives to describe the sound, so I'll just stick with "sexy". Possibly the best Organ sound mix I've ever heard on any recording by any band, and I've heard many for many years. Dialed in perfectly. Just amazing!
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    speaking of 77...
    speaking of 77, I'd like them to put out the Swing Auditorium 2/26 show... Terrapin Station - First Play and starts the show - people in the crowd must have been blown away... Wonder what the people at the show called Estimated Prophet as they were writing down the set list - "California"???
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    Gushes of praise and prognostications
    I am in utter awe of this box set. Not only is it from one of my top 3 favorite tours (spring 77 and E72 being my other 2 faves), the sound is truly unparalleled in the embarrassment of riches of releases that we've enjoyed. I've only been through the first show, and despite what I'd normally chalk up as a pretty pedestrian set list, I'm FLOORED! I picked up moments that would normally be passed over with only mild interest - Brent oozing blues with his perfect Hammond/voice scatting on Never Trust a Woman. You can feel Brent's spit coming through the speakers - Phil's astonishing Bass lines in Crazy Fingers is among the best documents of his abilities I've heard - Jerry's poignancy in both Black Peter and Black Muddy River, heartfelt and heartbreaking - the interplay during the Jam... The mix is so damn IMMEDIATE and accessible, it makes the listening of the music a much more emotional experience for me. I feel like I'm on the stage with them, watching their eyes and intuiting their non-verbal communications. Really a whole new way to listen to the band. Anyone else having such a profound listening epiphany? That being said, I'm a greedy (but grateful) completist and having predicted this release on these boards a while back, I'm wondering if anyone else feels like spring '77 (or at least May '77) is next in line for the "fill in the gaps" box set treatment. I have this sneaky suspicion that TPTB finally negotiated for the missing Betty Boards, including Barton Hall, and will give them their due in 2015. After all, they need to dazzle us with something stunning for the 50th anniversary, and they're running out of high demand classics that all the masses want. Sure, they will continue to release surprising one off gems that none of us have heard before as DaP's, but really, what other tour is left that would command such attention... and sales? If they want to complete the May shows, that would be 9 full shows to release, which is pretty much in line with recent box sets. If they want to complete the spring tour (and wouldn't we all love it), it would be 15 more shows to release. So, if I were a Vegas odds-maker, I'd say the next box set will be the remaining 9 shows from May '77. It's within reach and it's high time. That would be 5/1-4 Palladium, 5/5 - New Haven, 5/7 - Boston, 5/8 - Barton f'in Hall, 5/9 - Buffalo, 5/18 Atlanta and 5/26 - Baltimore. In the meantime, bring on something REALLY rare for DaP 12, like from 79-81. Spring '77 4/22 - philly 4/23 - springfield 4/25 - passaic 4/26 - passaic 4/27 - passaic 4/29 - palladium - 3 songs, download series 1 4/30 - palladium - whole show, download series 1 5/1 - palladium 5/3 - palladium 5/4 - palladium 5/5 - new haven 5/7 - boston 5/8 - barton 5/9 - buffalo 5/11 - st. paul - '77 box set 5/12 - chicago - '77 box set 5/13 - chicago - '77 box set 5/15 - st. louis - '77 box set 5/17 - tuscaloosa - '77 box set 5/18 - atlanta 5/19 - atlanta - dp 29 5/21 - lakeland - dp 29 5/22 - pembroke - dp 3 5/25 - richmond - DaP 1 5/26 - baltimore 5/28 - hartford - To Terrapin
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    For the love of Brent Batman
    As I listen to #2229 here in Mass. I have to Marvel at how Brent Mydland played and the justice that is done by the mix of this Box Set, to him. He simply is amazing on this set..the hot hand indeed. I even balanced the stereo far right just to hear more of him. His Hammond sounds beefy,and right in your face, even nuanced. What a player, they should have kissed his ass for being in the band. Overall this is the best box I have and I own most. Please do more like theis...AMEN
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    easier to get CDs out of 2nd box set
    I thought the ribbons were a pain in the butt on the first set. Liked how they cutout a slot to slide them up with a finger. Ribbon was good so you don't bend the prints on the second box...
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    Unbelievable sound, great design, cool booklet...
    This box is great. If only as much care had gone into the Europe '72 box (not complaining too much given how unbelievable the music is.) Yes, the mix is better than the first Spring 1990 box but it's like two sides of the same coin. I'm much more of a 60's/70's head but this box has made me appreciate later Dead a lot more. I will be coming back to these shows often in the coming years. Can you believe all the great shows released in the last 5 years alone? And never did I think I would own the FW '69 shows, E '72 complete tour, SSDD and Spring '90 tour all in outstanding fidelity. GRATE time to be a Deadhead!
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    That is a mighty fine ribbon!...
    ....and it came together like a thunderclap....ohhh, it lifts the cardboard inserts!!....(palm of hand smacking forehead motion). Disregard my last two posts. The set IS perfect!! Blue Ribbon Redux would be a cool name for a band...
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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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I mentioned a week or so ago how my wife, in what I called an anniversary present, put her new favorite song (I Need a Miracle) on our 4th of July boating on the lake playlist. Last night the wife was inquiring about the Meet Up At the Movies... she asked what she was getting herself in for.. that she would go with me, but may bring her kindle to read while I watch the movie. So I went to You Tube, and put on One More Saturday Night, from the Bremen show. I said "Here, this is one song of the 80 minutes we'll go see". Then I took the kids to bathtime. I figured I'd hear her turn the video off within a minute as she got the gist of it... It played the whole time, then I said "well?" as I walked back in the den... and she said "Um, yeah that was really good!!!". we might be leaving the kindle at home. Things are looking up even further!
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love that story. Thanks!
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Great story...its amazing how spreading kindness can lead to great things!
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I know this has been asked before, but any rumors about ever releasing the 69 box set to downloads?
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Well, I decided to splurge and pick up this set. What did it for me was the 24-track mixes. It is going to sound amazing. I didn't get the last spring set, but I couldn't let this one go. I think it'll be pretty good. On a side note, I think the 16-track mixes from the Europe '72 shows sound great.
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I just took the plunge and placed my order. This was definitely a great tour and I am sure I will greatly enjoy the music, but I gotta say the price is a bit steep. If I remember right the Europe 72 box set was about 2 times the price, but 3 times the number of shows. Anyway since demand influences price I realize I am part of the problem/equation since I did indeed place an order. I have no objection to covering costs and making a healthy profit, but $270 (including shipping and taxes) is a lot to shell out at one time/for one order. All that said I am looking forward to Sept.!
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I do hope you get your miracle box! or maybe you will be lucky and you can save enough before the boxes are all gone… seeing different thoughts on how long Spring 90 may stay in stock?
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After much hesitation, I decided to continue my support of all GD products. The shows are good, and its nice to have the entire tour.
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I'm Still on the fence. Dave's video was very enticing. Still would like more info on the art for digipacks, maybe a small trailer of the products. I know downloads are coming, for a cheaper price. Any info from the informed ??
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I just cannot justify spending that much. I am in the group of folks that like the smaller $100 boxes, such as the Winterland boxes. There is just no way I can justify this purchase to my wife. Family obligations prevent such big expenditures. That said, I understand many will enjoy this box set and I am exceptionally pleased that they are releasing the 3/29 show as a stand-alone unlimited edition (at least it seems unlimited). That I have already ordered. For me, I passed on the first Spring 1990 box and now this one. Oh well, the tour is represented with Dozin', Terrapin Limited and now 3/29. And those in my collection don't get much listen-- I prefer 1989 sound to 1990, so I go for those if in a later era mood. I am pretty sure, however, that 3/29 will be a regular. After the download option becomes available, I may look into that depending upon the price. My big issue with it-- timing. Now how long will we wait for the Dave's 11 announcement? Written with a smile.
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I don't work in marketing,granted,but wouldn't it have made more sense to make this announcement after Dave's Picks 11? It just seems like bad timing for this set-forcing the less fortunate among us to choose between things like a summer vacation rental or the pricey box set.When are they going to stop hosing us and just make the MUSIC available at a REASONABLE price,in, say plain old cardboard paper sleeves? I can't justify paying so much for something I'll probably listen to once(except for the Nassau show,which is available separately anyway.)
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Sorry that this is a little off topic. I had some money set aside for a possible box set but not $250 so I'm looking to pick up two of the Europe '72 shows (along with the new JGB release and 3-29-90). Just looking for some thoughts on what shows are particularly special and would very much like to hear from those of you who were "reliving" the tour this spring and also from Ken Goodman if you're out there. I already have 4-8-72 and Rockin' the Rein and Hundred Years Hall. The obvious choices seem to be 5-11 and 5-26 but was also thinking maybe 5-3. Any opinions will be appreciated.
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5/3/72 is a fine choice, however, the 5/4/72 Dark Star is epic
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Rumor has it Jack Bauer was brought in to TRI to help out Jeffrey Norman with the 24. Damn it Chole ! ~~~~~~~~~ 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
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The cost here did give me pause, although my order's in. Will have to pinch a bit to collect the bux for the CC monsters, for sure. I agree with whoever said it first that less-expensive boxes with less ephemera would be more appealing. I do like nice artwork for the covers, like those coming out on this round of DaPs, but I usually don't look at the replica tickets/passes and other little bits even once. If cutting those knickknacks from future releases can save me a few dollars, I'd be happy. As for the art, I'm puzzling over the moving image on the dead.net homepage. The skeleton rides on, with venue/date info scrolling behind. I look at Hartford and see a CN state flag, I think, and then see the Cap Center, with--wait, what's that flag? It certainly isn't Maryland or (to stretch the venue location only a little bit) DC. Curious to see if this is carried over into box decor. We obviously have the carousel horse on the front of the box, and the roses/hand for the Branford show. I'm guessing at least one digipack will have a tiger. The rest? hightimer, I also was wondering about release dates. If memory serves (it sometimes does), the box announcements used to come in early August, during the days between. That's (for both marketers and Heads, I think) a good slot in the 4-per year archival schedule of DaPs--it fills that gap after we get the August release and before the final one rolls out. Last year, I think, May 77 was announced in May, which made sense even though it departed from past practice. But a midJuly announcement for a September release of a Spring tour? I'm puzzled.
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4/14/72...One of my favorite Dark Star's and first sets from the tour. Belongs in the discussion of top 5 shows of the tour.
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And, I forgot: With regard to the E72 box shows, I'll second the recommendations for 4 May 1972. The Dark Star disc gets more play by me than any other from the tour. And Bickershaw should be mentioned, too. Of course, maybe some people don't like to have their brains melted in just exactly this way, so my advice is to listen before you buy, if you can manage it.
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In my opinion, 5/26 is a must. If cash is that tight, you might want to go with just one show knowing that next year will likely produce many releases we all want.
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5/11/72 and 5/3/72 are both must-haves. I think most of the great stuff from 5/26/72 is already on Europe 72 and you probably know it by heart like I do. 5/3/72 has such a great Other One where Jerry sits back and lets Bobby and Keith take it where they want to go, especially the first jam. An under-rated show is 4/16/72, where every song, every note is just perfect. I find myself going to that show more than any other.
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I'm not seeing any missing posts; PM me if you're still having the issue....
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rdevil: 5/10/72 is an unsung MONSTER. Amsterdam... brilliantly played, and one of the longest gigs of the tour.
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HAPPY! Also if it has not happened yet would some well heeled (healed) Dead Head please buy Spacebro this box set. Hello Patagonia.
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3-29-90 show is available for pre-order individually!
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OK, I won't pan late era Grateful Dead, I'm just an old fart that fell in love with this band when Pigpen and TC were on board. The 70's Dead had their highlights and so did the early 80's. The gems later on are rare. This Spring 1990 tour seems to be one of those gems, but I'm going to hold off and get the digital downloads when they are available. Save a few bucks and get the music but I don't need any cutesy fake tickets, mini posters, or more essays about everything you ever wanted to know about your favorite band. I just want to listen to the music. I'll listen in my car, at home, at work, at the store, and everywhere else I listen to music and I only need the digital files to do that. So "Thank You" Rhino, Dave, Billy, Mickey, Phil, Bob, Jerry, Vince, Brent, Keith, Donna, Tom, Ron and anyone else that has made the Grateful Dead my favorite band.
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HELL YESmy favorite E72 show, without question all time best GSET super spacy PITB then you get this: Truckin' Drums The Other One Bobby McGee The Other One Wharf Rat then a NFA/GDTRFB/NFA sandwich for the ages, with pigpen rapping at the end
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First of all, as many others have stated, thank you Dave/Rhino/any anyone else involved in the decision to release 3/29 separately. Many, many of us are very appreciative. How ironic. The very person who desperately clamored for this release, cannot even afford to purchase it. Believe me, I struggled long and hard with whether or not to purchase this release for space (a fellow head I am told), despite all the vitriol direct at myself and other "early Dead" fans. A box set that I will not even purchase myself. I have a few suggestions: 1) Let the "Foxy economic savant" make the purchase for his fellow 90s buddy, as strider 88 suggests. 2) Contact Dan Gilbert to see if he is willing to help out. Dan, space, pfox and a few others on this board, all seem respond in the same manner when they don't get their way. 3) Kickstarter.com. Kickstarter is the world's largest funding platform for creative projects. Clearly the Grateful Dead in the spring of 1990 were creative. 4) I am willing to fund a portion of the box set purchase. However, I refuse to spend more than I did myself, the 3/29 show alone. All you need is ten other folks to do the same and you have your precious box set. Mr. Jack Straw, dantian, and others, you should all help out. Space, contact whoever you need in order to figure out how to get this done. Good luck and please keep us posted. I sincerely hope you obtain this release. AJS

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I've read these boards since joining not long ago. I might be wrong, but am I correct that you and Spacebrother have had some different thoughts on music? And yet, you offer to assist Space in his quest to get a copy of this box.I am moved by that coolness and would like to offer a Jackson ($20) toward this worthy and very noble expression of what this place is about! Please PM me with the address to send the note to. I have no idea who Spacebrother is, and frankly it doesn't matter at all. Whoever will spearhead the purchase, I'm onboard. This is a good collection of people here, may you ALL have a grate weekend! Loo
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One more time :Amen! I'm on the fence right now but have part one.
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It looks like the Cap Centre is flying a Missouri flag in the Carousel? Missouri isn't Maryland, but at least it starts with "M". Almost exactly right.
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i'm shocked with what i've just read...that was SUPER COOL of you AJS... forreals... cheers to you... ...count IN Ace to help out a BROTHER from SPACE!!! again, very cool offer... ♤
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Well, if he's willing to post that 70s GD doesn't really smell like stinky shoes and that he can actually stay awake while listening to bicentennial Dead, I'll think about contributing.

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I really wish that it was clarified whether the digital downloads will be "available" for individual purchase, or--like the May '77 box--only as a whole. I've been waiting for "The Other" box since the first one (and all its hints of a sequel)....but like others, am not in an effortless financial position at this moment. I bought the Europe '72 box--which I adore but wouldn't have shelled out for--thinking that was my only opportunity for that music. If the digital downloads will only be a buy-all bundle, I'd much prefer the book & box. If individuals were offered, I'd still much prefer the book & box but would surely bite my wallet and start with merely the Landover, Copps, & Brandford shows. Then perhaps others later (3/18, 3/25 & 4/03 all look awesome). I'm one who LOVES the live 2-track mixes on Spring '90 and wouldn't trade them; they sound exactly like the shows did, sparkling with live energy. But having the other side of the coin for Volume 2 is the best of both. So we'll see. I could see this thing taking awhile to sell out...but I could also see it sold out by Monday morning. My magic eight-ball is cloudy.... No way it'll last as long as May '77, though. What will I decide? And why should anyone else care as I think out loud...? But thanks for indulging me. And thanks, David, for this release. Guaranteed awesome....desire not lacking here. As for skipping Brent songs ~ I'll assume that's 'cause the two Great Blow Aways (Landover & Knick) are already released, and that you're not counting Hey Pocky Way as a Brent song.......
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For those on the fence, check out moments like 3/28/90 2nd set Cumberland into The Weight (first time played) We, "the crowd" go nuts !Listening to a nice matrix of that set now. Brent's vocals and B3 playing are cookin' in the following Hey Pocky Way.Jerry's playing is strong as well. These shows are every bit as interesting as those selected for Vol.1 and unlike the 2 track mixes, you will hear everything and everyone. Including Us.
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Same here, I'll be ordering the Branford show a la carte, as '90 otherwise is not really my thing (big surprise, right?) It's great that they're releasing that as a stand alone so that those who don't want the complete box aren't left out. I would be willing to donate $20 to the Spacebrother cause. It would really be a shame if he couldn't get this box, after all he's been through, and put us through for that matter ;) I did congratulate him in an earlier post on the news of his dream release, and gave him some positive words of encouragement, but he didn't respond. Whatever, I'm not holding a grudge, and would be happy to help a brother out. Someone's just got to let me know how and where (I'm thinking Paypal would be easiest), but I'm not organizing this thing.
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i'm not even sure if i'm going to buy this box set. sure i have the money to get it, but at some point you have to ask yourself if its really worth it, so the notion that i'd just send someone who i don't even know a $275 gift is a bit ludicrous.
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Really check your pm. From what I read you're ready to order the thingy...
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Despite my earlier post I have been wavering a bit and wondering if I should. But in the end the deciding factor in not going for this one is that next year is anniversary year and there are bound to be some spectacular (and spectacularly expensive) releases then.
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With all taxes and shipping costs to Germany I have to pay 380 bugs. I’m definitely pissed off.
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Just pre-ordered the stand-alone 3/29/90 show. This one contains my very favorite piece of Grateful Dead music EVER in that "Eyes of the World." I've had a soundboard of that show for awhile, but it'll be nice to hear an official 24-track release. Couldn't swing the money for the whole box, but I'm thrilled David and the powers that be decided to release this one on its own. THANKS x 1,000,000!
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The generosity here is amazing and a blessing. This truly great gesture has really opened my eyes. I haven't seen this level of kindness in quite a while and I wish I had a more eloquent way to express my gratitude and appreciation, and especially to those here who I haven't always seen eye to eye with who have stepped up and still show so much generosity. I really am at a loss for words. Thank you!
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I'll also be happy to donate to the Spacebrother cause if someone sets it up. This is a pricy tour. Between the two 90s boxes, you have 14 shows over 41 discs at a combined price of $440.00 plus tax and shipping. Compare that to the 22 shows on 73 discs that comprised the Europe '72 box. That one cost $450.00 and, if I remember correctly, the shipping was free.
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It is nice to see some good old fashioned generosity on this site and some helping hands. I don't think I will buy the whole physical box. Will definitely pick up 3/29 when it hits my local record store. I've heard additional calls like mine on day one to let the folks know what the download options are going to be. Not sure why this is so difficult for TPTB but my original hunch stands. They want to sell all the physical sets. And they will. It was the cool thing to do to complete the tour with a second box and I give all involved their due props. This tour was shortly before I started listening to the band, about two to three months before. It was a great time to become a fan and it was before 1991, which I believe IMHO to be the last peak year of the Band. To quote the site "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." This box set is also the second largest and expensive box to date if I'm correct. I hope this is it for boxes of this size for awhile. However, with the 50th coming next year I'm going to start saving now because I'm sure they are going to release more stuff than normal. I'd expect the cost of DaP to increase as well next year. Peace.
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on one conditionwhen the next Keith/Donna release comes out, no bitching deal? If so then sign me up
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So it's a matter of days then...
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I don't know. Just makin' mischief. Isn't this FUN!!!

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Would it just be the easiest thing to do , to get the $ directly to the Bro? My suggestion would be this. If you wanna contribute then PM Spacebrother and find out how to get the funds to him. If somebody else has a better or easier way please post it. As of now.......SPACEBROTHER PM ME WITH A SNAILMAIL ADDRESS AS MY CONTRIBUTION WILL BE ON ITS WAY ONCE YOU DO! For the rest of ya'll enjoy your weekend and smile, smile, smile........
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Jack Staw--Angry and Mr. Very moving sentiments, especially considering the pounding you have taken. At first, I thought it must be a joke. The guy who screamed the loudest about this type of release, who blasted me for not supporting the band by buying everying when I expressed a preference for 60s and 70s, could not possibly be saying he was not buying it. I told Spacebrother I loved the early '80s, had seen many shows from '88-'95, had bought a few later day releases, and didn't get the first '90s set but I did buy it for a Dead Head dear friend who was up against it but so cherished that tour that I could not see him go without because times got rough. I was called a jerk and banished by the brother from another space. Like many of you philosophers I am moved by gratitude and can forget hostilities. If somehow has a Paypal fund set up let me know I will donate. I cannot imagine the sorrow if I had not been able to get Europe '72 or May '77 or all these subscriptions. Here's to better vibes.
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