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    They came in Montréal ONE DAY in 1967. I was 13 and not even lived there. Lucky people with hometown show. Share the LOVE.
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    I'm down,Like a clown, Charlie Brown:):):) Peace- Moye
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    hahaha...age is relative
    I saw my first show in the 80's, but only feel old when around those much younger and I have learned NOT to try too hard to keep up!But I understand marye, I also enjoy being home. It sure was nice though getting out during this tour and doing a little traveling. Expensive, but that also is kinda relative, so long as the bills get paid (you can't take it with ya, but maybe the memories??). Looking forward to seeing the boys on the 4th of July!! Lets hope for nice weather!
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    oh, no disrespect to touring
    but I did mine in the '80s! And now I am old! And like to stay home!
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    Marye, hometown shows are great, but...
    there is something special about traveling to another part of the country to see the boys. It gives a chance to appreciate other parts of the country (or more appreciate your own part!) and meet some really cool people along the way.I was fortunate to be able to go see the last show at the Gorge, and got more then my money's worth. What a gorgeous venue and the landscape driving through the cascade mountains was impressive. My wife & I made a mini vacation out of it, and probably would not have gone to that area of the country if it wasn't for the show that brought us there. The same holds true for the Penn State show. Even some of the venues I have visited in the past was neat to return to after many years. The Spectrum shows in Philly stands out as they will tear it down this year and it was cool seeing what changes in the area have taken place since the last time I was there many yerars ago. I would LOVE for my wife & I to be able to visit Jamaica and would be more likely to visit there over other islands if I knew I could also see the boys there as well. How cool would that be! It's like getting a bonus for the money to travel there. I know, Ratdog is going back there, which would be very cool. The cost is a bit much for us though sadly. Now that would be a super cool show(s) to be miracled! I can dream anyway! Otherwise, due to money and time, I can understand wanting them to play in your hometown, I would go if they came to mine, but also would try to travel a ways to experience them in someone else's back yard. Maybe yours someday? ;)
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    my touring days are behind me, but I wouldn't mind some hometown shows!
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    ....Cant wait to see that on here!!!!
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    Happy Memorial Day
    Wishing all of you a safe and happy memorial day.:)Peace- Moye
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    one more correction for the wolf's list, there were fire dancers at both shows, 20 and 21. thankx ((((katrinka)))) peace.
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    153 different songs I counted, not including drums/space.Not bad for a bunch of guys in there 60's, eh?
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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 maybeyouknow on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 09:35

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thanks jackstraw i dont do well with technology good point from the last post that does seem like a bit much information already up i dont know what to think. this is very stressful on me. the only thing i can think to do is have someone try to buy the tickets already posted? nothin left to do but smile smile smile
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Submitted by Mr. Pid on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 09:52

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some sort of "official" announcement about these allegedly available tickets? Not to mention the usurious pricing... Sure would be nice to hear that there really isn't anything shaking on those shakedown sites. Conversation is always more interesting than recitation, so speak your mind and not someone else's.
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Submitted by Oroboros on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 10:00

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who are BETTING that they can get people to jump on the prospect of early sales of 'tickets yet to be announced' when they have no such ticket in hand. It is illegal to scalp outside any venue, but there are no rules/laws against this kind of shell game by people who make a living off of scalping 'online'. A no-no for the little guy to do, but when there is a business that is doing it, then it is OK? I don't get it. The Truth is realized in an instant, the act is practiced step by step.
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 10:01

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I'm a little surprised (but pleased, just 40 miles away!) with the Greensboro opener. Ratdog didn't come close to selling out the War Memorial Auditorium in Greensboro last fall, and P+F/ABB didn't sell out Verizon Wireless in Charlotte a few weeks prior. For that matter, Springsteen didn't sell out the Greensboro Coliseum last spring either. I was afraid that the tour wouldn't come close to NC, but here it is in my back yard. Happy New Year!
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Submitted by jdecker on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 10:05

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How does one become eligible for presales?
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Submitted by JackstrawfromC… on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 13:56

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Relax maybeyouknow :) Seriously just follow the instructions on dead.net and you will get a shot a tickets early before the public on sale (the pre-sale). If you miss out on the pre sale you can try again during public sale. As for the price, there is no way the tickets will be that expensive. Come on people calm down!! I agree it is a little stressful, I want to see them too. "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 guitar_john24 on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 14:19

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Look forward to the Shoreline show. Would love a 3 night run, but I'll take it!!!!
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Submitted by chapelhillbilly on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 14:27

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Any idea on how much tickets will be for the Greensboro show? ******************** If you wanna make a difference, you've gotta be different...that's the deal." - Kevn Kinney
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Submitted by maybeyouknow on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 15:05

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thanks jackstraw for easing my worry i just saw these guys at penn state and decided that if the boys tour i had to get tickets. i don't know what ill do if i don't get tickets
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Submitted by SpectrumMJP on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 16:53

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Heard they have 2 Spectrum dates on the '09 tour. Yeaaaahhh, can't wait! The girl shall ABSOLUTELY be there!!
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Submitted by hippiechuck on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 17:02

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HippieChuck-definately gonna hit the L.I. and N.Y. shows!c-u there....
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Submitted by bigman200 on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 18:16

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Does anyone have any info about the "jamgrass tribute" at the Albany show?.....Jambase has it posted on their Dead tour page.
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Submitted by gdgroupie on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 18:37

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what a long strange trip it continues to be. SO psyched, like everyone. tryin' to get to g'boro; c'ville and worcester. i may have to by-pass dc as that venue is not a favorite of mine. such fun hearing and reading and feeling the positive vibes this new year's day announcement started. just what we ALL need, eh?
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Submitted by Brown Eyed Woman on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 18:50

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I will need a miracle(not everyday, just one day) to figure out how to get out of the family Easter Sunday dinner to head on out to Greensboro!
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Submitted by Angelemerald on Sun, 01/04/2009 - 21:10

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I am very excited about this tour. I'm a big Warren Haynes fan and think he is going to be great with the guys. In fact Warren turned me onto the GD music. I only went to one show in 04 and this tour I hope to get to at least 6 shows. Can't wait.
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Submitted by NYCMetroStars17 on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 05:40

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This is unreal. As a 17 year old who never saw the grateful Dead, I am beyond happy. I saw Phil and Friends about two months ago though. I plan on going to at least 7 shows. This is a dream come true!
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Submitted by GratefulTwinz on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 07:31

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I cant wait to see the boys in April!!! Havent had any livedead since WEIR rolled into Lowell Aud. W/ RATDOG! need another fix badly! only negative is that it's Worcester (never liked the Worcester scene) Why not Tsongas Arena in Lowell??By the way - no offense intended to the fine people of Worcester-see ya'll inside!-Grateful Dad-George Hargrove P.S: Warren kicks ass on lead- good choice!!!
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Submitted by UnkieJeff on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 10:03

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Shows for the spring look good..I would love to see a St. Louis date, however might be time for a road trip to Chicago, California or Colorado.. Peace and Love, UnkieJeff!!
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Submitted by JINGLE on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 10:24

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IS IT APRIL YET?????????CANT WAIT....................................THE CIRCUS IS COMING TO TOWN, JINGLE - FEW GOOD MEN MC - NEW YORK
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Submitted by Satti-71 on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 10:32

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If anyone is looking to trip it to Chicago. Make your reservations at the Residence Inn Chicago O'Hare... It's right next door to the venue. Rooms no doubt will go fast! Peace
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Submitted by BassShango on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 11:08

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For the record...relax :-) In '04 I was getting tickets for less than face value. This is not Phish at Hampton, folks. Here is the fine print from the ticket website with actual seat listings: "Some ticket listings on SITE may only be representations of available tickets and not actual seat locations or currently available tickets. Occasionally tickets ordered may no longer be available at the price or in the quantity originally ordered at the time the order is received. If equivalent or better seat locations are available at the same price, and USER has selected to be automatically upgraded, the FULFILLER or SITE may fill the order with the alternative seat locations for USER. If USER has not selected to be automatically upgraded, a representative from the FULFILLER, or the SITE, may contact USER to discuss alternative seat locations." I don't know if there is a way to have season tickets to every event in an arena but I guess that's the other possibility...but I would never, ever buy from a site like the one that's listed tix for $400+ ...LOL... Just do the mail order or pre-sale and have fun!
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Submitted by JackstrawfromC… on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 11:34

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I agree! In this day and age there are services out there where you can pick the exact seats you want. It probably costs $400 to reserve such seats. It sounds to me like a lot people here have not purchased tickets to a concert since the last time the Grateful Dead toured back in the 90's! :-) "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 GratefulTwinz on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 11:52

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Does anyone think there will be a summer tour?- or am I putting the cart in front of the horse?? Not that im not Grateful for the spring dates - but I love to see them outdoors on a beautiful summer night ohhh yeahhhhh♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪♪
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Submitted by Good ol GD on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 12:07

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Well for me seats don't matter just as long as I'm in the door. Usually can't stop moving anyway and is always cool to go up to the nosebleeds and look down at the sea of madness. Sat front row center once in Hartford, CT right in front of Bobby and yes the man spits and Mickey never smiled once very serious the whole time was really an experience though nothing in front of you but the band. paid $80 for that ticket back in 88 was the most I ever paid but was well worth it. Still had to roam around then gave my stub to a friend to check it out for a few tunes. aaaa such fine memories. hand me my ole guitar, pass the whiskey round.
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Submitted by svv on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 12:11

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I would bet money there is a summer tour, maybe in a festival context, but I have a feeling that it will be the south and west only. I’ll take what I can get; there’s really no other place I rather see them (that takes more than 5000 people) than the Spectrum for old times sake, outdoors included. Really hopping it’s festival seating (no chairs on the floor), but I don’t expect it. Even the last few years with Jerry they put out those dammed chairs. Still remember using lighters to burn through the plastic chair connectors so we could fold them up and get some dancing room. The Spectrum one last time! Who would have thonk it!
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Submitted by Good ol GD on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 12:21

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With you on that one, almost all the outdoor shows I've seen had open area no chairs. but yes some venues put them out. i always loved Gen Adm shows the best. I'm hoping for summer tour as well but am so glad this is going to happen and Gathering of the Vibes is coming up in July just gotta keep the faith.
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 12:32

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Festivals and the outdoor sheds in the summer. I'd bet something on it...not the farm. Well, since I don't have a farm, betting it wouldn't be such a stupid move. Maybe a little theatre tour in the fall? THAT's what I want to see...hate arenas.
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Submitted by lildirtybert on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 12:36

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I can't wait to get my tickets. Nothin' like hearing and seein' The Dead live. Last year was a bad year for me and you have made this one start off GREAT. It's gonna be a long wait for May 7th. PEACE from Colorado : )
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Submitted by Canyon Critter on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 13:30

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I saw the announcement New Years, but have been so busy lately haven't had a chance to write. I have been smiling for 5 days! CUSTOM....my brothers and sisters are gonna be shinin' the light in Chicago. I am living here in Chitown, so if anyone takin the bus up here needs some local knowledge give me a hella cool note and I'll be more than glad to help you out. THANK YOU Bobby, Phil, Billy, and Mickey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! _________________________________________________________ Will you come with me? Once in awhile you can get shown the light in the strangest of places if you look at it right!
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Submitted by bmwmunk on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 14:56

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my guess is they will also hit up outside lands. or maybe a short stay at the warfield or fillmore
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Submitted by beeker on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 15:02

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Three, Three shows in Pennsyltucky, THREE!!!!!!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
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Submitted by GratefulTwinz on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 15:23

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cassidysdada--- Anybody live near the DCU center? just need basic info --- best bar,best hotel?' please help--peace♪*♪*♪
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Submitted by CTWharfRat on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 16:33

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How can I take advantage of the presale? Is it only available to a select few?
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Submitted by marye on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 17:29

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will be announced on this very site as soon as it's available...
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Submitted by CoffeeFilter on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 17:48

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Are the prices on some ticket reselling sites remotely accurate? I sure hope not =(
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Submitted by staggerlee7203 on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 17:52

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Don't get wrong, jumping all around the country to see phil or bobby is a ton of fun but thank jerry the boys are back, I had a good feeling after the Penn State Obama show, the show was great, the lot was old school with a good fun & a kind vibe. I got the e-mail at three thirty in the morning on New years and everyone in my house thought I was having a freakin kinniption fit because i was so excited runnig around yelling. Thank Jerry for letting us have Warren again, now if we could just get him to become a permanet member of the dead, In my personal opioin and don't anyone get upset but he is the only guy that has some of the qualities not only musically but personally to fill those gigantic shoes. I miss Jerry just as much as anyone else but I think warren was great on the last tour and it seems like all the boys are on fire and ready to go. I can't wait to wait to get back on the road, I miss my friend and i miss the shows, festivals are just starting to get old as i get older. So pack The bus Boy & Girls cause the Dead are calling your name, HeLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL YeaHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!
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Submitted by jergirl61 on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 19:15

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i can't stop smilin'......14 years of memories, (saw my first show in '79)......and the magical,musical possiblilities of this tour are just incredible....i have certainly seen my share of Phil & Friends and Ratdog since Jer, and have spent the last few years seeing all the Warren shows i can get to.....this is my dream come true......Warren is the only musician i want to see do Jer's tunes.....seeing the press release video just makes me SO HAPPY to see the guys so inspired to do this!!!!! Livin' in VA....will definitely be doing Greensboro, D.C. and Charlottesville.......if things go well, perhaps Jersey or Philly .......best believe I'm pushing that POSITIVE VIBE to all, ......... Peace, Trish ALL GOOD THINGS IN ALL GOOD TIME.....
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Submitted by Zomby D Wulf on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 19:16

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Once again the Northwest gets left out, Not all of us can afford to drive to Denver or down to Shoreline to see the boys, WHEN ARE WE GOING TO GET A NORTHWEST SHOW, either Seattle or Portland????????/ 411 shows and counting. One day I'll actually get around to listing them all.
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Submitted by 86Hamptons on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 22:24

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Anyone help me out with ticket info - buy here on 1/13 or where else? and when? Thanks
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Submitted by chapelhill on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 23:42

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1. There won't be many (or any) more shows than the ones they have announced. Warren is committed to Govt Mule and the Allmans. There will be a Phil/Ratdog tour in the summer. Not a Dead tour. So forget about all that. 2. Don't sweat the tickets for this tour. Above all else DON'T PANIC AND BUY SCALPER TICKETS. The demand for this tour will not be anywhere near the demand for Phish in Hampton, etc. Even though the Dead will probably be 100 times better than Phish. There will be PLENTY of tickets so relax. 3. This may be The Last Time to see them play together, so if you are old school, get out to a show, at least.
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Submitted by xizzle on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 01:02

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Intolerable job that I have to quit, miserable town that I have to get out of. What better timing than the new year. I'll be able to see more than half the shows and land myself on the West Coast.
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Submitted by Tedhead on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 01:25

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Just gotta raise the funds somehow and make the trek to Cali. If there is no summer tour, that means no chance of them hitting Willie Nelson's Picnic here in Texas. But I've done my grieving for Jerry and loved both Obama shows so I am ready to catch them for the first time since the late 80's. It'll be a nice way to see friends and family in Cali. What new adventures are waiting to be had? I just hope the shows don't sell out in Jan. Although this won't be as big as Phish (who I have yet to really take a liking to), I have a feeling people are jonesing for more Dead.
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Submitted by gratefulohio on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 08:54

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oh man im jacked up wish they was commin a little closer to ohio but who blames them im gonna take my little girl to her first concert you know its gotta be the dead lookin forward to it just gotta save some cookie money up cant wait to se yall at the show
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Submitted by snodgrass42 on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 09:43

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Anyone care to make some random guestimations on the presale and regular sale tix prices? 42% of all statistics are made up.
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Submitted by Jodester on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 09:43

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Told ya's there would be Cali shows added... :P Now come on guys, how about Europe this year??? We need some of that love out here too..! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Are you kind?"
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Submitted by WalpoleChinaCat on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 10:20

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Only another reason to get back to the gym to do a little cardio Need to get back into dancing shape Oh what a long strange trip its been so far Thanks Boys Keep on Rockin
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Submitted by angeljhawk on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 10:53

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What about a KC or St Louis show? I live in Kansas and will have to drive at least 8 hours as well as find/pay for lodging and burn vacation time from work. Is there anything that can be done? I'd be willing to help mount a campaign to request a show in at least one more midwest city, PLEASE!
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Submitted by crystola on Tue, 01/06/2009 - 10:58

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I have not seen any comments on an earlier post on the topic of mail order tickets.... is the pre-sale exclusive to the site; new school mail order?