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    Lots of good info for folks making the trip to Chicago. Friendaly and kind Heads! https://www.facebook.com/groups/chicagodeadbnb/
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    GM SD'ers !!! Hey now, for anyone interested and getting into town the day before the shows, rrrrrgrrrrr and his wife, and my wife and I will be heading to The Kingston Mines (a classic Chicago blues club). Given there will be three wonderful days to Let the Music Fill the Air from Friday to Sunday, Chi-Town is one of the blues meccas in the US so why not take in some or the local color, right? http://www.kingstonmines.com/ Note: AND TO THE RELIEF OF MANY OF YOU....I AM NOT ORGANIZING A FIELD TRIP FOR THIS :-) (but if Totem attends, we may have a 2nd daily event countdown!!) PS - if any of our local Chicago peeps have another or better recommendation, bring it on please.
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    For anyone who hasn't seen DSO - they really are great! I've seen them a few times in Baltimore over the years. They replicate a past Dead show start to finish. Lots of fun! The Vic might be a good Thursday night group activity for whatever SDs are in town?
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    We are all SO GLAD YOU MADE IT!!!!!!!!! Welcome sister and settle down easy!
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    Hey now! Sorry I went dark on you guys. Been interviewing for jobs and had a big one to prepare for. My husband would like me to continue to support the lifestyle he has become accustomed to... How can I help?
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    Totem - perfect. I forgot DSO. I'm sure more and more will be popping up, so I'm real glad that you're on it. Also it's Pink Talking Fish :) rrrgrrrr - OCD or none, nothing wrong with writing the name of a band, or spelling a word correctly. I too honor the alphabet. I respect and revere my given and unusual name (Chandra), but Stella sure has a nice ring to it! Thanks family. ps. un-dead but Chicago-weekend related - I will be looking into the possibility of Blues and House music (both very Chicago related). If any of you have a line on either of those, please PM me or otherwise drop me a line! I may only have enough bandwidth to do all of the Dead related things plus probably the Art Institute.
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    Stella, Funny you say that. I was making a table of after shows at work today, uh, during a break, I planned to send out I left it on my work laptop, but I can send it out early tomorrow for inputs. Sound good?
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    It's PinkTalking Fish.... Sorry I got OCD ;-)
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    Did I get it right.....there is no us....as in Sunshine Daydreamers...without u...My best way to apologize for misspelling a sisters name.... My plan is dead x3 and explore other musical and artistic scenes, while all those are excellent options.... No one does it better than the Dead! Stella STELLA....love to say that.
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    Totem and Family: Anyone want to make a list somewhere? Moe Grateful Ball After Fare Dark Star Talking Pink Fish ....
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Submitted by mkav on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 10:31

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It has been a crazy weekend for me with hardly anytime for checking devices for electronic communication...thank you ALL for all the work in accumulating lists; getting us on here; soliciting ideas; and generally putting things in motion. Let inertia rule! I did manage to catch a north-Texas based Dead cover band Friday night...Forgotten Space. they are beyond excellent. They occasionally do small tours...I highly recommend your catching them if them if they ever swing by you.
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 10:32

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So glad you made it as well brother....
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Submitted by tfonts on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 11:28

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Caveat Emptor (Latin for "buyer beware") Seen a few blogs on the other forums asking what a GDTS TOO "real e-mail" looks like. I have a screen shot of one and it was confirmed by my buddy who scored GDTS TOO tickets to be authentic. If any Daydreamers want to see it, drop me an e-mail. You have my addy.
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Submitted by ASL on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 11:39

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Just FYI you guys -- price for 2 tickets now under $400...okay, so just $399 and horrible seats, but a drop below $400 is a step in the right direction IMO. Love you guys!
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 11:56

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You get my email with proposed avatar for your account? And oh yeah!,,, So glad YOU made it....too
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 11:59

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so glad you and your Trey stamp made it... jk....the brother has some awesome ink.....too bad they misspelled Grateful.... Says something like GratePhish Dead :-) Oh well...
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Submitted by tfonts on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:05

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Prices on eBay are dropping also. There are multiple GDTS TOO tix on there as well. I need a single GDTS TOO tix for my wife for Fri and Sun. NO TM tix. Gotta have the commemorative one. If anyone else needs a single for any of those nights let me know. I usually hit the parking meter though @ ~ $500 per ticket. Avatar - hey, ASL, I can not WAIT to see your rrrrrgrrrrr avatar recommendation :-) Hey, Uncle Rich is a damn goodman - I'm sure he's taken care of a fellow sister !!
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Submitted by DevilsFriend on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:08

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I saw a similar package (with 100-level reserved seats vs. GA) sell on ebay for $12,000. Figure it breaks down with hotel @ $500 per night for 3 nights and $1750 per seat x 6 seats.
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:17

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So glad you made it....btw where's my $20 bill...it just vanished in the air.... Make yourself at home....
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:19

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Goddamn son, I could retire with that mad jack
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Submitted by DevilsFriend on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:28

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It's in Utah...in a cave up in the hills. GPS coordinates to follow.
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 12:31

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Nah just keep it...buy me a beverage at the Circus in 102 daze
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Submitted by Totem on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 15:02

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Where is 102 anyway? Probably nowhere near 145....Beezelbub been dancing around 138 trying to sell 24's, but we ain't letting him in. p.s I have no idea what I'm talking about. Or do I?
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Submitted by Totem on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 15:26

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you can never tell Levis announced.. Surprise. :|
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Submitted by MadSwanDisease on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:02

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has three day @ $800. the rats are getting nervous
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Submitted by MadSwanDisease on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:04

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that was quick. more to follow im sure
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Submitted by tfonts on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:13

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Nice, MadSwan - for sure, prices will be a fallin'.... Levi's GREAT NEWS for the ticketless and/or needy.
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Submitted by MadSwanDisease on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:16

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Lets get that info up on the site here Dead.net, need something a little more substantial than Mr. Bill's tweet.
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:23

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So Glad you made it, hope you stay, maybe we can do a Sunshine Daydreamers West, right tfonts?
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Submitted by Totem on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:37

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yeah, need the official, but I don't think Tall Bill would tweet that if it wasn't happening.Walton's been in tight with the Band for decades.
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Submitted by _ on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:38

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It's gospel.....
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Submitted by properlejdi on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 16:48

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Believe it if you need it or leave it if you dare...
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Submitted by jambo on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 17:29

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for Sunday for, just 1 for myself. and in fact, I still in sorta MO limbo for Fri and Sat...but I digress, ...now that Santa Clara looks official, my backyard, I'm so confused, and now I tri-gress. 1 sunday tix if you happen to find a package in ur search for ur wife
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Submitted by ASL on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 19:16

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Okay Tribe, so yell at me if I'm out of line. Bill Walton, really? I know he was an amazing b-ball player and has been a true Head for many years...but can I ask? WHY are we getting our information from Bill Walton? Enough already. Sorry, but this is pissing me off. JUST SECURE SOME DATES YOU GUYS, FIGURE OUT HOW YOU'RE GOING TO BE FAIR (JUST THIS TIME) ABOUT GETTING TICKETS OUT...AND F***ING DO IT! I cannot bear another run on tickets in California, scalpers, spinning wheels, dashed dreams (again). This is crap. This is nonsense. Sorry Daydreamers. Cranky mood tonight. I've been doing this for more than 3 decades and I have NEVER...this is all just STUPID. Wow. I think I need therapy.
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Submitted by ASL on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 19:19

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No, didn't see your post. Sorry. Taking a deep breath now after my rant. Not really feeling refreshed though. Please resend. Thanks.
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Submitted by mkav on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 19:22

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your reaction actually seems pretty rational, considering the catalyst. I just hope they figure out a more equitable way to distribute tix...just be aware...there is still more demand than supply no matter how they sell tickets.
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Submitted by tom hanlon on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 21:12

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I do not take a deleted tweet as real news. But I find myself looking at Levi's stadium to see what it costs to get a PSL season club ticket arrangement to get in on a pre-sale. Not seriously, but you just get curious. Man it is a strange world.
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Submitted by _ on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 02:54

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avatar sent to your private SD provided email....
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 03:56

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Sunshine Daydreamers West? rrrrrgrrrrrr have you lost your mind? (that's a silly question....) This original merry gang of pranksters is all I can handle, dude. It's taking so much time my poor wife is beginning to think I'm having an affair!! I feel like the dude on the "it's Jake, from State Farm" commercial - sitting in my home office, blogging and spreadsheeting and she's like - REALLY??? Ah....but I digress....g'mornin' y'all!!!! T-Shirt update is in your in-boxes. Please opine (love that word) via e-mail. Thanks !!
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Submitted by Totem on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 04:42

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Only 101 days until showtime! Patch those sails and shine those rails!
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Submitted by _ on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 04:58

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So disappointing dude.... Ok, I get that you're only human, and btw kickass job so far...on the Midwest trek...gotta preserve the family unit. Guess that means those of us venturing to the left coast in June are On our own, on our own, ON OUR OWN!!!! remember: those that could not sink or swim were just left there to float In Ticketmaster spinning ball limbo!!!! Have a Grate day all!
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 05:06

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Hey guys and gals: I need one for Fri and one Sun shows. There's a listing on eBay from the same seller for all dates, one pair for each show. These were for the original PL1 seats ($214.50 each). These will be for lower bowl seats, or, what is now called GA PIT tickets as per the new seat map. Anyone want to go in on a pair with me? Grateful Dead - July 3 - Mail Order -http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grateful-Dead-July-3-Mail-Order-Fantastic-Seats… Grateful Dead - July 4 - Mail Order - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grateful-Dead-July-4-Mail-Order-Fantastic-Seats… Two listings for 7/5; one pair ot tickets each: Grateful Dead - July 5 - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grateful-Dead-July-5-Mail-Order-Fantastic-Seats… Grateful Dead - July 5 - http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grateful-Dead-July-5-Mail-Order-Fantastic-Seats…
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 06:39

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For those that have not seen this, and in the spirit of NCAA March Madness, dead.net has a Dead Covers Project and a bracket set-up for you to select the best home-grown cover of classic Dead tunes. It's pretty cool: http://www.dead.net/bracket/# My fav, and there's a few really great ones, is Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo by the Lower Companions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0Wu4sHHo9o Cheers !!
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Submitted by Dire Wolf Cichlids on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 06:36

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I saw it last week and went through them all, pretty good. I voted for the 10 year old kid playing scarlet/fire.
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 06:45

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Absolutely - that kid ROCKED !!!!
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Submitted by properlejdi on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 07:08

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Check your PM
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 07:25

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Only your beauty, my dear, out shines that glorious new avatar. You are one stylin' sista !!! Uncle rrrrrgrrrrr coming through in the clutch :-)
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Submitted by Totem on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 08:46

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I ended up with West LA from the looping guy. Ultimately, he just put some good stuff together on that jam. Not a big looping effect fan, but it impressed me. I might have a go at again to see what I pick today. lol
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Sportin' quite the timely avatar.... You have good taste in logos... And it suits you.... Jerry and his Bears, Goin' down the road....one last time...feelin' bad.....after the pic a nic! Glad I could help a head in need. Just call me rrrrrrrgrrrrrrrr
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Submitted by BobLoblaw on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 10:05

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tfonts, I'm gonna check out the T-shirt design as we speak. I think it might go with my khakis. By the way, I sound hideous. Keep on daydreaming!
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 10:18

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But bro, you are the KING of spreadsheet BLANKS. EVERY CELL. BLANK. ps - nice khakis though.
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Submitted by BobLoblaw on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 11:30

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and he took care of it. :D I did get a "who's that on the phone" though. Things are coming along nicely at supersonic speed, and as Marty McFly said about Johnny B. Goode: All right, guys, uh, listen. This is a blues riff in "B", watch me for the changes, and try and keep up, okay?
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Submitted by _ on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 14:59

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R u 1 of us? If so.....So glad you made it!,,,,,, Welcome! rrrrrrrrgrrrrrrrrrrrr
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 16:18

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Yes dear family, we have a new born !! Relative of our dearest Cousin Geo, joining with incredible credentials :-) Welcome SoCalDeadFan !! Cheers :-)
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Submitted by _ on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 16:23

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So then It's official.... WE ARE SO GLAD YOU MADE IT..... any relative of Good Ol Geo is our kinfolk..... Howdeee!!!!! Just doin my job as greeter.....
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Submitted by tfonts on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 16:44

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Post # 100 baby !!! Sunshine Daydreamers ROCK THE HOUSE !!!