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  • #631
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    Yeah I just got to watch the boys on my DVR on the view- I agree,you would think that annoying hen JOY would do a little research before interviewing two of rock's most legendary people! Whoopie did'nt do much better,but no-one ever claimed she was a genius(ever see sister-act?)LOL!! Anyhoo,To the matter at hand-The guys sounded SWEET!!! The acoustic FOTD was an awesome choice,I love the new lyric by Phil(is that new?) And Bobby+Warren harmonized beautifully together. Does anyone know if there are any acoustic sets planned? And are they appearing on anymore TV shows? P.S. yeah Bobby has packed on a few, but who gives a F#%*????
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    Hey, my 16 year-old son thought Phil's bass was "really cool" when we saw Phil at Nokia. That must count for something! Also, the man is still a total genius and was kickin' butt all night Monday. He looks pretty good, too. I will gladly suffer through some of his singing in order to hear him drop bombs and basically lead the group to where he wants to take it. "One watch by night, one watch by day If you get confused, listen to the music play"
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    hey now, i'm leaving from the poconos to greensboro doing all the shows at least to philly and maybe beyond... i have room for one rider....i will be vending on shakedown before most of the shows..anyone interested drop me a line here or at my email on yahoo... same id name. peace and safe tour
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    That wacky bass...
    If anyone wants to check it out in excruciating detail you can do so here. Are the blue LED's kinda cheesy? Well, maybe just a bit. But the Eye of Ra inlay at the 12th fret is a nice touch. And I'd have to guess that given the relatively small body size it probably weighs a touch less than say, the trusty Alembic. There could come a point where things like that might matter. Conversation is always more interesting than recitation, so speak your mind and not someone else's.
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    Was Phil moonlighting in Gwar?
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    First live review!
    The Village Voice just wrote about the new lineup: http://blogs.villagevoice.com/music/archives/2009/03/live_the_gratef.php
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    >As long as he at 69 years of age can still thump that thing the way he does, I don't care if he sings like William Hung. PRICELESS! I'm not such a fan of his new bass either. It looks like the dark counterpart to the axe of the parody guitar hero in the White Gold milk commercials. And the flashing blue lights, c'mon. But as Other so wisely points out, it's the sound, not the visuals.
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    Come on man, its the DEAD!! Yeah dude go yo the show!! Ill meet you in the lot brother. Paychecks come around every week or two. The dead come around once in a grateful while. Do the right thing, try and squeeze in atleast 1 of the nights at the spectrum. If you cant, I understand, but dude, its the DEAD!! Peace- Moye
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    the first time i ever saw The Dead they played as the other ones at the spectrum in 03. my home town is philly and im around right now, but ive been pretty locked up with bills latly and a hefty speeding ticket i got in hampton va last month. did anyone on here go to the NY lotto shows? im not a huge warren fan, i wish herring had more time away from wsp. Is the two night run in may going to be one of the epic shows to bring down the spectrum? or more of a naustalgic (sp its late) farewell? the ticket price is really killing me, do you friendly folk think im going to hurt more by not going to the show more then the deep effect its going to have on my next part time pay check? hope everyone has a good time this month! ***and the whistle is screaming***
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    Man, I couldn't agree with yiou more. So what if Bobby put on a few pounds, hes still jammin on the stage. Bobby forgot some of the lyrics at the Penn show too, but I didn't care. And yes man, if the spring tour is anything like the Penn show, OH YEAH, were all in for a real good time. There will never be another Jerry and I personaly don't think Bobbys trying to fill his shoes. I'm just happy to hear them all together jammin with Warren. Peace- Moye
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The band says Happy New Year with an announcement of almost twenty shows in April and May.  More details to come!

https://dead.net/dead09

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Submitted by MarkintheDark on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 02:38

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Cool! Woulda been nice to have another show or two in the Southeast, though. That one show in Greensboro is gonna be crowded. ********************************************* I have a sigfile! --> www.kindveggieburritos.com *********************************************
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Submitted by cinnamon on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 02:52

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Just saw the announcement for upcoming concert, the New Year is looking bright already!!
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Submitted by Sunshine-daydr… on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 05:44

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no europe shows again - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Spanish Jam
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Submitted by Bettylou on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 05:48

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Old friends in Charlottesville, VA Mandy & Cory, get in touch!!
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Submitted by Jodester on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 05:58

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I'm sure there will be a few extra Bay Area shows added to the end of the schedule but it would be marvelous to have a European tour in summer. Some of us can't get visas to visit the US due to past glories on the GD lot. The guys will be settled in with each other by then so it would be a fun time for them and insirational too! :) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Are you kind?"
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Submitted by Steve-O on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 06:01

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up to Buffalo!!!!!! Can't wait. 3 days after my birthday, sounds like a gift idea to me.Happy NewYear everyone and Peace
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Submitted by earliebird on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 06:12

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Anyone know if mail order is going to be available to the spring fling tour? There is mention of internet presale but not sure if that is the only way to get a leg up ahead of the major release.
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Submitted by culliganman007 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 06:17

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All I know is that when I read this morning, I literally jumped up & down !!! I'm gonna plan on Chicago , LA & Mountain View Shows , I want to be at the last show of the tour. In 2004 I went all over to see them and the best was in George Was. @ the Gorge with the ABB , it was excellent. I just can't say how excited I am for this, that just made my Year for 2009, everything else comes second. Can Not WAIT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by pkpotter on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 07:27

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What a beautiful way to start the new year! Love is in the air! Thank you Bobby,Phil.Billy, and Mickey for keeping the dream alive. peace,pk
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Submitted by grateful_dave on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 07:34

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Dave <--------------Big Smile
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Submitted by PAPPYPGH on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 08:26

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I knew they'd announce it late NYE! THANK YOU BOB, PHIL, MICKEY & BILLY!!! You have made a wonderful decision - and so have I! I'm gonna allow myself to become a kid again for a few nights and come join the party - 5 nights is what I think I can swing!! You guys are the best........I can't believe I was actually crying at my keyboard this morning. I'll be feeling extra love everytime I pick up my guitar and play. I'll be smiling for months. This is better than Christmas! Thank you - can't wait to hop on the bus one more time!!!!!!! ~ Pappy http://www.theCAUSEjams.com "Once in a while you can get shown the light in the strangest of places, if you look at it right." - Robert Hunter
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Submitted by Bonez 1 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 08:33

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hope the tour includes oregon and Idaho. they played Boise Idaho 4 years ago and it was great ...they said they would return....
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Submitted by STELLA BLUEE on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 08:47

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What great news!!! I was dancing and leaping round our living room this morning!! What a beautiful way to start the NEW DAY guyz!!! THANK U SO MUCH!! Fare Thee Well...
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Submitted by Arkdeadhead on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 08:49

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.....literally to Chicago or Denver. Besides the obvious reasons, living in Arkansas sure has its downside!!! I will get by, I will.....survive!!! Thanks to all who made this happen. I will finally get to experience what I have been hearing on tape and CD--LIVE!
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Submitted by Gr8fulTed on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 09:09

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Thanks for the tour date release: I had hoped to see a KC or St.Louie date, but a trip to San Jose will be nice. Check out the 5 minute Dead video associated with this forum.....
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Submitted by PAPPYPGH on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 09:18

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That video is what made me cry.... And speaking of that video - the boys sure have put out a few things with WONDERFUL shots & sounds from that Obama night.....DO I SMELL AN OFFICIAL DVD RELEASE COMING SOON?????? OOOOOOOOOOOO PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEASE?!?!?!??!!!! I was there and it was SUCH a magical evening....the sounds & sights they've released SO far from that night prove me right. I've heard the 'naysayers' say....it was feh, or whatever. SORRY - I've studied the music for far too long and have been playing it myself for over 20 years. They were listening SO intently to each other that night & played SO well with each other....that St. Stephen...The Other One...Help/Slip....PHEEEEEFREAKINOMINAL!!! ~ Pappy http://www.theCAUSEjams.com "Once in a while you can get shown the light in the strangest of places, if you look at it right." - Robert Hunter
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Submitted by pkpotter on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 09:31

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Right on Pappy! They continue to climb that mountain, expand, explore, and grow.Fire on the mountain! These are not ordinary times and this is not an ordinary band. They are expanding the human experiance. Living history.
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Submitted by marye on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 09:33

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is really nice! Well, guess we've got something to look forward to!
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Submitted by ststevie84 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 09:53

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I was just informed of the tour, and am sooo stoked! Planning on going to MSG, Izod center, The Spectrum, for sure! and gonna try to work out a west coast trip to finish the tour. I can't wait to see all my DeadHead freinds! Happy touring!!
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Submitted by caroroses on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 11:18

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What an awesome way to start 2009! Can't wait for May 7! SOOOOOOO Grateful!!!!
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Submitted by Terrapin65 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 11:27

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This is excellent news - sure would be great to have the Dead play in the northwest!
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Submitted by JINGLE on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 11:49

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SO ANY ONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO GET A MONTH OFF WORK WITH OUT LOSSING MY JOB (THAN AGAIN IT WOULDNT BE THE FIRST ONE I LOSSED TO GO ON TOUR) BRING IT ON.........JINGLE - FEW GOOD MEN MC - NEW YORK
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Submitted by slipmahonee@msn.com on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 12:38

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already booked my flights for NY.....Nassau & MSG a must.....my old stomping grounds.......
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Submitted by Bringmebackhome on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 12:59

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Thank you very much. Please bring the modulus thunder. I hope to see some old friends.
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Submitted by coertje on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 13:44

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Great news indeed. The Obama show was so wonderful. NYE streaming on Sirius sounds awesome right now. Very excited! Going to go and treat 2 friends to tickets and hotel with us! awesome the number of venues and dates!! Truckin' to Buffalo from Ohio...
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Submitted by ScarletBeg0nias1313 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 14:15

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I'll be at both! I knew they had to play the spectrum again before it closes down! ~*Standing on the moon with nothing left to do, a lovely view of Heaven but I'd rather be with you*~
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Submitted by GratefulGigi on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 14:25

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Can't wait!Peace,Gigi
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Submitted by MarkintheDark on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 15:06

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...say, someplace that's within a few hours drive to a Dead show. Some of you 'heads have like six shows within an easy drive. I'm looking at eight hours to Greensboro, or 5-1/2 hours to Chicago (and that's driving all the way through Chicago, brrrrrr) Fingers crossed for a festival tour, I could tolerate the Manchester fuzz if the boys play Bonnaroo. You Northeasters have a good time! ********************************************* I have a sigfile! --> www.kindveggieburritos.com *********************************************
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Submitted by pabogoniagirl1 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 16:11

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I have 5 shows picked out,hope I can make them all.I would love it if they did a summer tour with the Allman bros, Warren can handle it. Summer tour with the Dead and ABB,Please someone make that happen, Peace Tina
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Submitted by JohnnyRock41 on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 19:32

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Strap a retread to my feet. Just like the old days a nice little Spring northeast tour. Good to see the guys touring together again with Warren. Been truckin' to shows since "77 and, the last tour with Warren (check out 8/01/04 Saratoga Springs NY Jerry's birthday) was as close as you can get....to Jerry. Peace and Love. If you get confused listen to the music play. "Oh if a man tried To take his time on earth And prove before he died What one man's life could be worth I wonder what would happen To this world."
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Submitted by EGroesbeck on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 19:57

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Great news of course, but I'm bummed that there is no Detroit date (yet?). If one is not scheduled, then Chicago here I come!!
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Submitted by kym on Thu, 01/01/2009 - 21:04

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Today's dead mail really made my day - hoping to journey to Denver, LA and Shoreline - a most welcome excuse to get out of the AZ heat!
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Submitted by roodude on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 07:47

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who's got my phatty toasted cheese?I hope to be at the Albany and Philly shows! Just worried about getting shut out even faster than the phish Hampton shows
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Submitted by pomo1 on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 08:01

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from post-Jerry shows, seeing only Phil & Friends twice since the Capt. left us. One show was great, the other so-so. However, I will take the plunge seeing as how the Boys seem genuinely psyched about getting back together, and Warren Haynes is an excellent choice (accepting that no one can or will ever replace JG in my eyes). So, its off to the Nassau Coliseum and MSG, just like the old days!!! "Let there be songs to fill the air."
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Submitted by JackstrawfromC… on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 08:08

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Except for a few lucky folks it looks like they are only playing one night at each venue. In 2003 and 2004 they sold out Red Rocks 5 nights. Pepsi Center only holds about twice what Red Rocks holds. It just seems like they could play at least 2 nights at the Pepsi Center, but hey I am not complaining (well a little). Can't wait though, maybe we can get out to Cali. Last time I saw the Grateful Dead at Shoreline was in 1989. Man that would be crazy to get back out there. Actually I saw them in 91 there too or was it 92? Aye aye aye! Happy New Years my Deadhead sisters and brothers hope to see you this spring!! "I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines. Come to daddy on an inside straight, well I've got no chance of losing this time"
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Submitted by southerntam on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 08:17

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I'm so excited to get out and see the boys again, it's been far too long! I tried to get up to SAn Fran for New YEars, but unfortunately the finances wouldn't allow it, but look out Los Angeles her I come!!! Wish they were coming to San DIego again...the venue down here is soooo much better than the Forum, but hey at least it's only a 2 hour drive away. And to top it off it's a Saturday night!!!! I can't wait, I'm giddy with excitement. Time to break out my dancing skirts! Take care everyone and hope see you all this Spring!
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Submitted by JackstrawfromC… on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 08:22

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Posted: January 1, 2009 - 2:16amJimmy Herring? I thought he was on? Silentlyscreaming - Jimmy Herring plays with Widespread Panic. Actually we saw them 2 shows over this New Years (Pepsi Center, Dec 30th and 31st) and let me tell you Jimmy was on fire those nights. Mind blowing! I highly suggest finding those shows and downloading them. "I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines. Come to daddy on an inside straight, well I've got no chance of losing this time"
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Submitted by pather on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 08:46

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This is the best way to start 2009!!!!Wish they were playing at Red Rocks, but then, maybe that will be a summer surprise. I went to the Ratdog & ABB show at Red Rocks this summer, and remembered how much I miss the band. When Jerry first passed, I couldn't imagine ever going to a show without him - so I haven't been to see The Dead since - I'm way past ready!
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Submitted by Sailor-Saint on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 09:03

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Wow --- I am just looking at my bank account and the tour dates. I am lucky enough to live in Washington DC, and am going to have a great spring traveling to the weekend shows. Does anyone know how the pre-sale is going to work? "See the Dog Star Shine --- I got a feeling I got no time to lose"
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Submitted by Deadathoner on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 09:16

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I agree with MarkintheDark, Greensboro should not be the lone booking for the region. I'm hoping Charlotte gets added in the show sites.
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Submitted by MarkintheDark on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 09:41

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...to rest up after the last shows in Cali (although I'm guessing some Cali shows will get added), then they'll be off to Bonnaroo to start off the Festival Season - they'll hit all the ones that Phil&friends and Ratdog and Mickey + whoever have done for the last few years. At least that's what I'm hoping (although Bonnaroo is more of a hassle than it's worth, anymore. Big ol' corporate mall). All those shows in the northeast, they've basically ignored the southeast, and Chicago is the only Midwest show. Denver, then a couple for the Left Coast. If I can't pull off a trip to Chicago I guess I'll be missing this tour, Greensboro's 500 miles away and I don't see being able to afford it. ********************************************* I have a sigfile! --> www.kindveggieburritos.com *********************************************
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Submitted by rondboyer on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 10:33

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Does anyone have an info about doing some vending at the LA and Shoreline shows? We are Spirit Wind Cafe, the espresso cafe. You might remember us from Chief Hosa campground in 2003.
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Submitted by bedorthab on Fri, 01/02/2009 - 10:36

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Anyone know how they will handle Tapers? I was skunked at the Obama Rally and will be doing a majority of this NE swing....I picked a good time to move back from Texas!! Happy New Year to All