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    "When we began discussing audio projects to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead back in 2012, we knew we wanted to do something completely unprecedented. We could think of nothing more exciting or ambitious than a career-spanning overview of the band's live legacy focused on what best tells the story: complete concerts. Our first criterion was the very best live music to represent any given year in the band’s history. We wanted to make sure that there were not only the tent-pole shows that fans have been demanding for decades but also ones that are slightly more under the radar, but equally excellent. For those who listen to the entire box straight through, chronologically, the narrative of the Grateful Dead's live legacy will be seen as second to none in the pantheon of music history." - David Lemieux

    We are more than pleased to announce the Grateful Dead's most ambitious release ever: 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN. Available as both an 80-disc boxed set and a custom lightning-bolt USB drive, the collection includes 30 unreleased live shows, one for each year the band was together from 1966 to 1995, along with one track from their earliest recording sessions in 1965. Packed with over 73 hours of music, both the boxed set and the USB drive will be individually numbered limited editions.

    The 80-disc boxed set is individually numbered and limited to 6,500 copies, a nod to the band’s formation in 1965. Along with the CDs, it also includes a gold-colored 7-inch vinyl single which bookends the band’s career. The A-side is “Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks)” from the band’s earliest recording session in 1965 with the B-side of the last song the band ever performed together live, “Box Of Rain” recorded during their final encore at Soldier Field in Chicago on July 9, 1995.

    The box also comes with a 288-page book that features an extensive, career-spanning essay written by Nick Meriwether, who oversees the Dead archives at the University of California, Santa Cruz, along with special remembrances of the band submitted by fans. Also included is a scroll that offers a visual representation of how the band’s live repertoire has evolved through the years.

    The USB drive version* will be shaped like a gold lightning bolt with the Grateful Dead 50th anniversary logo engraved on the side. The drive includes all of the music from the collection in both FLAC (96/24) and MP3 formats and is an individually numbered limited edition of 1,000 copies. Digital version of the book also included on USB.

    Shows will NOT be sold individually on CD. This release is sure to sell out quickly so pre-order your copy today and stick around as we will be revealing a mighty fine selection of music, art, and much, much more right here.

    (Looking for a smaller 50th Anniversary commemorative keepsake? September 18th will see the release of a four-CD version of the collection titled 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN: THE DEFINITIVE LIVE STORY 1965-1995. More on that here.)

    ROLLINGSTONE.COM SONG PREMIERE AND EXCLUSIVE DAVID LEMIEUX INTERVIEW
    Head on over to Rollingstone.com for the very first listen of "Morning Dew" 9/18/87 Madison Square Garden, David Fricke's exclusive interview with archivist David Lemieux, and the reveal of 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN's '69 and '84 shows.

    *Helpful hints for using your USB:

    Running the 30 Trips Player / Reader program:
    On Windows – Navigate to the USB drive and double click the PCStart.exe file to run.
    On MacOS – Open the GD 30 Trips drive, and double click the MacStart to run.

    Viewing the digital book:
    You can either view it within the program that comes on the drive, or by opening the PDF directly.

    To view the PDF, open the PDF folder on the drive and the USB_bk_spreads_08-31 file within. Selecting the option within your PDF reading application to view as a “single page” might be preferable to viewing as a continuous document.

    Importing music into iTunes and other library programs:
    When you import the songs from the USB into your library, the information used to identify the track will likely leave them sorted incorrectly. Please use the song list found here to re-number the songs for each show so that they playback in the correct order.
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  • #6211
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    Ripple is a great, great song to play on the old acoustic, it is almost a song, even if people don't like the Dead, almost, somewhere deep in their soul, they can sing along to ripple around the campfire, or so it seems? posted this on another thread on this site: Somewhere in the space between cosmic freedom and a responsibility towards the people you love and who love you lies the answer to life... The guitar is a good place to go in search of it... quote from: "Guitar Man"
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    Re: rdevil, history and how to eliminate box guilt
    Great advice from Louis XIV, just torch the receipt and credit card statement.. problem solved. Thanks man, I feel much better. What a relief, its good to be the king, indeed.
  • #6213
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    another comment on the price of the box
    I mentioned last week that I was a little embarrassed to tell people how much I was spending at one time for a box of CDs. Last night I talked to an old friend who's a historian and mentioned the box set and added that I'd rather not say how much it cost. He laughed and mentioned that Louis XIV had the monetary records for the Palace of Versailles destroyed because the cost was so high (and, perhaps, embarrassing). Just thought it was kind of interesting. It's good to be king.
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    sneaking down
    I really don't think sneaking down to the floor is the same as gate crashing but it seems like an awful lot of work to me. When I first started going to shows the guys I went with had been going for several years and it was almost a matter of pride among them to sneak down to the floor if they had other seats. One guy, who always dressed like a junior high school teacher was ALWAYS able to stroll casually down to the front of the stage while the ushers hassled us long haired guys wearing tie dye and stopped us from entering the section.I'm more of a laid back guy, especially with a cool buzz and it didn't take long for me to realize that this was just not for me. The third night of Atlanta '91, after our "square" looking friend walked casually to the floor, another friend and I tried several times to get down. By the time we gave up there were no decent seats left in the balcony and we wandered around for awhile, finally settling on seats behind the stage. We were tripping our asses off, of course, and it was relaxing back there and sounded very good by the way. As it turned out, we had a great time back there and enjoyed the show. It was interesting to see the band from that vantage point. My lasting memory is how happy and enthusiastic Vince was. Later in the night, after we got back to our hotel room, the two of us who sat behind the stage decided we had dry mouth so bad we needed to walk across the highway to Denny's for some ice cream. We were still tripping and by the time the waitress brought our sundaes we realized we weren't really hungry at all. We basically just sat there and watched them melt, paid the check and went back to the hotel for more beer to solve our dry mouth problem. Soon after that trip, I met a girl who started going with us to shows (she's now my wife) and we were pretty content to find a comfortable spot early and enjoy the shows without all the fuss of sneaking somewhere or other. There were still times when we "stubbed" someone down if we had good seats. Maybe that's frowned upon now but it was the norm for our group at the time.
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    Hey Clovett, I'd echo thedude77, go for if you are so inclined. SC GA required a cheap paper armband, like you get to buy alcohol. Granted, Levis and Soldier Field are under different management, but they probably get security requirements from the producer. OK, I went to both nights in SC, had VIP seats 20 rows from the field at the 50 yard line one night and GA the second. I am so glad I was there. Sure they had a rough start, but both second sets were great, and Trey is obviously stepping up and playing better and better each show. He really rocked out Alabama Getaway and blew out the stops on Sugar Magnolia. I was standing in GA up front, thinking wistfully this is my last Sugar Magnolia, then I danced up a storm! I echo who said the video was not with it. Cut cut cut cut cut, how creative. Please sit on a shot long enough for us to actually appreciate what the musician is doing. Wider two and three shots would be nice, too, to see the musicians interact. The occasional wide ensemble side shot was nice. Really, please let Trey sing more, what a wasted opportunity. Wow you guys at Chicago are in for a really super treat! Have big fun! nitecat
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    the freaks taking showers at Columbia Mall Lol
    that could do it , haha i can definetely see that happening. Merriweather is very cool,, that must have been one heck of a time for those weekends 83-85. A person I spoke with said she had gradauted that summer and snuck in the first 1983 Dead show at Merriweather and certainly enjoyed the ride. There is a definetley a lot of interest in these shows
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    Hello friend! Hey thank you for the vote. I have hesitated to play Dead songs for years because of the reverence fans hold them in. I don't mind slaughtering a Buffett tune, but some of these songs, well you just have to show them honor.I do love reading everybody's take on this. It's been its own strange trip since the big announcements. First the rumors then the formal and then the additions. And the ticket drama. Wow! I'm thinking of goin to the cinema on Sunday. I never saw them, but as you and others know I am a huge fan today. Lots of you steered me to some of the best versions of songs I've ever dreamed of. My logic is, Sunday will possibly be the last time the universe will hear the echo of this truly legendary ensemble and it's my very last chance to see and hear what is left of a dream and life force that has romanced millions of people. Yeah I think I'd be a big fool to miss this last chance...........
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    I'd give it a try Clovett...
    This isn't Deer Creek 1995, so I seriously doubt there's going to be chaos if you and your brother go for it...but I do believe you will find it quite hard to get down there. Security should be pretty strong.
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    Bobaloo, I hope to see you enter your acoustic rendition in next years Dead Cover Project!!! ~ My take on what I saw - stop singing Jerry songs Phil. It was cute and nostalgic in the late 90's with Phil & Friends. But a definite downer on songs that should've ripped. I love you man - but blow us away ripping up the bass. Drop a few bombs, take TOO to the next level!!! Songs I think Trey would excel at: Peggy-O, Comes a Time, Tenn Jed, Row Jimmy, Althea, Here Comes Sunshine, Eyes, Scarlet -> Fire, Alligator, St Stephen, Dire Wolf. Cosmic Charlie Songs I think Bruce would excel at: MAMU, Stella Blue, Liberty, Standing on the Moon, Terrapin, Two Souls in Communion, Dupree From a Video perspective I know it's really about the legacy about the four, but if there's a guitar solo, organ solo or piano solo, let's see it. Let's not show every one else and then pan to the soloist as the solo wraps up. I felt the same way about the MUATM this year. As much as I did not want to see Jerry's dirty fingernails, I really wanted to see him play the solos. The camera shot does not need to constantly move and change from camera to camera??? I loved the side shot when they all sang together. I did get goosebumps seeing them together and feel sad that next weekend is it. But step it up boys, go out strong! Release your ensemble, you picked them for a reason...
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    Thanks mbarilla
    There's a couple Merriweather shows that are release worthy. I don't think there's a soundboard of the Noah's Flood show in '83 :(. '85 seems to sound the best, but '84 has some moments. Too bad they pulled the plug on that venue. I think it was freaks taking showers in the outdoor fountains at the Columbia mall that got the most press. The locals got a little freaked at the people camping everywhere too. Good times. The Allman Bros. had some good runs there as well.
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"When we began discussing audio projects to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead back in 2012, we knew we wanted to do something completely unprecedented. We could think of nothing more exciting or ambitious than a career-spanning overview of the band's live legacy focused on what best tells the story: complete concerts. Our first criterion was the very best live music to represent any given year in the band’s history. We wanted to make sure that there were not only the tent-pole shows that fans have been demanding for decades but also ones that are slightly more under the radar, but equally excellent. For those who listen to the entire box straight through, chronologically, the narrative of the Grateful Dead's live legacy will be seen as second to none in the pantheon of music history." - David Lemieux

We are more than pleased to announce the Grateful Dead's most ambitious release ever: 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN. Available as both an 80-disc boxed set and a custom lightning-bolt USB drive, the collection includes 30 unreleased live shows, one for each year the band was together from 1966 to 1995, along with one track from their earliest recording sessions in 1965. Packed with over 73 hours of music, both the boxed set and the USB drive will be individually numbered limited editions.

The 80-disc boxed set is individually numbered and limited to 6,500 copies, a nod to the band’s formation in 1965. Along with the CDs, it also includes a gold-colored 7-inch vinyl single which bookends the band’s career. The A-side is “Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks)” from the band’s earliest recording session in 1965 with the B-side of the last song the band ever performed together live, “Box Of Rain” recorded during their final encore at Soldier Field in Chicago on July 9, 1995.

The box also comes with a 288-page book that features an extensive, career-spanning essay written by Nick Meriwether, who oversees the Dead archives at the University of California, Santa Cruz, along with special remembrances of the band submitted by fans. Also included is a scroll that offers a visual representation of how the band’s live repertoire has evolved through the years.

The USB drive version* will be shaped like a gold lightning bolt with the Grateful Dead 50th anniversary logo engraved on the side. The drive includes all of the music from the collection in both FLAC (96/24) and MP3 formats and is an individually numbered limited edition of 1,000 copies. Digital version of the book also included on USB.

Shows will NOT be sold individually on CD. This release is sure to sell out quickly so pre-order your copy today and stick around as we will be revealing a mighty fine selection of music, art, and much, much more right here.

(Looking for a smaller 50th Anniversary commemorative keepsake? September 18th will see the release of a four-CD version of the collection titled 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN: THE DEFINITIVE LIVE STORY 1965-1995. More on that here.)

ROLLINGSTONE.COM SONG PREMIERE AND EXCLUSIVE DAVID LEMIEUX INTERVIEW
Head on over to Rollingstone.com for the very first listen of "Morning Dew" 9/18/87 Madison Square Garden, David Fricke's exclusive interview with archivist David Lemieux, and the reveal of 30 TRIPS AROUND THE SUN's '69 and '84 shows.

*Helpful hints for using your USB:

Running the 30 Trips Player / Reader program:
On Windows – Navigate to the USB drive and double click the PCStart.exe file to run.
On MacOS – Open the GD 30 Trips drive, and double click the MacStart to run.

Viewing the digital book:
You can either view it within the program that comes on the drive, or by opening the PDF directly.

To view the PDF, open the PDF folder on the drive and the USB_bk_spreads_08-31 file within. Selecting the option within your PDF reading application to view as a “single page” might be preferable to viewing as a continuous document.

Importing music into iTunes and other library programs:
When you import the songs from the USB into your library, the information used to identify the track will likely leave them sorted incorrectly. Please use the song list found here to re-number the songs for each show so that they playback in the correct order.
PDF
Text

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Submitted by Kubrick27 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 05:11

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Are there some short drop outs during China Cat on the 73 show? I'm hearing a couple almost pops towards the end of the track...
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Submitted by boblopes on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 06:34

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There was some snafu between Stu/DeadBase50 and Amazon in regards to if you purchased the hardcover and tried to get the kindle version for $2.99. Without boring you with the details, it was not possible. But today, heard that there's a Halloween two day special for the DeadBase50 kindle edition for $2.99 for those who purchased the HardCover Edition. Caveat: "Ready for a Halloween treat? For two days only the Kindle version will be available for only $2.99!! This offer is intended for those who have purchased the hardcover book, but since we can't use the MatchBook program to enforce this, we're asking Deadheads to be on the honor system here. Thank you!" Just ordered mine...
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Submitted by toddl on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 07:58

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Thanks Bob.Not sure how this will look on my Kindle (or if it can be viewed on my IPAD) but for $2.99 it's worth a try.
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Submitted by boblopes on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 10:05

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need the amazon kindle app for it to work on itunes. Downloaded it to my wife's ipad and my kindle fire hd (tablet). I think the file is too large for traditional kindle readers, at least my entry kindle reader model version...
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Submitted by rrot on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:11

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"Dad, I haven't been able to get that song out of my head all day." My daughter, yesterday afternoon, hearing Casey Jones on Sirius XM as we drive home from school. Later, looking up from her homework while I listen to the 9/18/74 Uncle John's Band: "I've had this song in my head all day too... It's very catchy." [rubs hands together slowly] The indoctrination program is proceeding according to plan.
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Submitted by Dennis on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 11:47

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My kid was in like 2 or 3 grade and started singing in school, casey jones (drivin that train high on cocaine...) didn't go over well. A few years later a teacher told us he was the only 5th grader who seem to know the words to "Danke Schoen".
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Submitted by outpost on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 13:11

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I've been into the Dead since '67, and have EVERY official release, on CD, however, I ordered the USB ' cos I thought it would be cool, and for the high Def. sound etc. Bad move .... I feel like I've been conned !, especially as we didn't find out until AFTER the box sold out. They got my $700 ...... All I want is a date !
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Submitted by tysonsupina on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 13:36

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Hey Now,I have the dead ahead bonus disc. It is in somewhat ruff shape but doesn't skip. Would trade for RT 2011 bonus disc or rockin the rhein bonus. Let me know
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Submitted by wjonjd on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:22

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Thanks for the great tip Bob. Seeing as Deadbase is in large part a reference work, it is much easier to search for stuff digitally, so having the kindle version in addition to the hardcover is great :)
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Submitted by steve73 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:29

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My box set was missing one disc--the first one from 1975, probably the one concert that pushed me over the edge to order this monstrosity. It took a little while, but the rascally runaway came home to his 79 brothers and sisters today. Good luck to all who are still dealing with problems, big and small.
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Submitted by Deadicated on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:45

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My youngest daughter nannied last Summer two girls, 6 & 8. I had given the daughter 8/27/72 somewhat recently and she would play it, among other things, for these chiquitas when they were out and about in the car. Apparently, upon embarking the younger would ask for "that song", and the older would ask, "do you mean the Grateful Dead?", and the reply would be, "yes, THAT song". My daughter said the kiddos would be snoring (good for nannies) when Dark Star or another jammy tune would air.
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Submitted by drpryan on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:45

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Finally arrived here in Navarre Fla. Thanks to Marye for her support in getting it delivered. Now for the good part.. starting with 3 July 1966
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Submitted by tysonsupina on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 14:45

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The multi-track from 1989 in this box sounds wonderful. What were the other multi-tracks that were included?
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Submitted by OldeEnglish800 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 15:34

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Why such little discussion in the show threads? I just started '67 and have only heard Viola Lee Blues so far. I went to see the discussion on the rest of the show and there's pretty much nothing in there. I'll contribute soon but I need to go look for where I lost my jaw on the floor from that Viola Lee. Damn.
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Submitted by jrf68@hotmail.com on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 16:43

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Thanks. I certainly had some negative waves waiting for the box so I put that one up. Ooops. But I also love the characters & humor,so I'm stickin' to it for now.:) Love your avatar too! That's who I'm rootin' for. Go Royals!
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Submitted by JimInMD on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 18:02

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We were waiting for you, OE800. Have at it. This thread is ok too..
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Submitted by lowspark75 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 18:22

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I am really glad to be reading so many reports of people's 30 Trips issues getting resolved. I also enjoy reading about you all with kids and their jamming to some of the Dead songs. I wish I could get my 3 year old into it. So far, all he wants when he gets to my place is the TV turned on and cartoons from Netflix playing. I've even tried sneaking in Yellow Submarine to watch.. he wasn't having it. I hope he starts enjoying music one of these days. @lovejerry - Absolutely hilarious and completely perfect description of that Brent keyboard sound. "Tinky-Tonk fisher price toy keyboard"... hilarious. I'm not a Brent hater at all and I like a lot of the other sounds he painted from his pallet (feel like a stranger, obvious example), but that one was at times not my fave and I couldn't have described it better. It sounds good on some songs, but it seemed some nights it was his favorite effect to use for a lot of songs.
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Submitted by lowspark75 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 18:51

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There are still plenty of shows I haven't played yet. There are some I've gone back and listened to a few more times. Second listen of '75 confirmed that this was a surprise hit for me. Really like that show. Second listen of '78 was the same. That's probably my favorite '78 show I've heard so far. I've listened to several others a second time, but unfortunately it's usually at work, on a car stereo, with distractions and having to stop a lot. I'd love to be able to spend as many days at home as I wanted and REALLY give these shows a full, undistracted listening on my stereo. Hopefully the packaging won't all deteriorate before I retire(assuming that's ever possible) and I can spend the twilight of my life shaking my fist at kids on hover boards as they zoom by my living room window and throwing obsolete electronic remotes at couples letting their robot dogs poop oil on my lawn(No doubt my wife Kate_C. will be there telling me to leave them alone and drink my prune juice) while I'm listening to all of these shows over and over... as well as Dave's Picks vol 137.
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Submitted by toddl on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 19:10

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Bob is correct.You can load this on your tablet (or Phone) using the Kindle app. but it is not available on any of the pure Kindles. A great value for $2.99. Easy to bookmark things you want, add notes, etc.
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Submitted by jrf68@hotmail.com on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 19:30

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I bought a hard copy so was stoked to see a $2.99 Halloween offering.Snatched it up pronto,tootsweet some might say. It will not load to my Kindle. I've tried 6 times now. Nothin' Arrrgggg...
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Submitted by wjonjd on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 19:39

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I wonder what the problem is. It loaded fine on my Kindle app on my ipad mini. Can it really be the size that's a problem? I wouldnt think so, can't the actual kindles hold hundreds of books? I wonder why you can't load it on an actusl kindle. Edit: 30 Trips is temporarily set aside so i can listen to DaP16 that got here today. The Dark Star is playing now, and is just exactly perfect :)
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Submitted by jrf68@hotmail.com on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 19:59

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Loading now.Maybe a connection problem? Who knows? Anyhoo.... :)
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Submitted by mhammond12 on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 20:29

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Downloaded fine on my phone via Kindle app and my Kindle Fire but it uses up a huge amount of space. If your having problems it might be a storage space issue.
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Submitted by claney on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 20:31

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Well, I should finish the 1972 show from 30 Trips this weekend. If I can get DaP 16 in time, it might be perfect timing to play that before the Fall 73 show. Fits right in that gap!
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Submitted by toddl on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 20:35

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Interesting that you got it to load to a kindle.When I was on Amazon and tried to use the deliver to option it only allowed me to choose my IPAD or Phone. Sorry if I gave out bad info. about loading to kindles.
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Submitted by dantian on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 23:51

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I'm really loving the '84 and '87 trips from this box, and seem to revisit those the most. Just thought I'd share that. It's all good...
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Submitted by Alain on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 02:32

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Hello!I send you a PM.
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Submitted by fourwindsblow on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 05:29

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Brent keyboard sound. "Tinky-Tonk fisher price toy keyboard".. Okay Got It! Now remember it so we can move on and don't have to revisit this discussion over and over. thank you. Oh yeah, and he can't sing.
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Submitted by wjonjd on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 06:03

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I think he sings great. I could do without most of his songs, though. And Fisher Price is my least favorite of his sound choices. That particular one became less frequent over time until it pretty much disappeared. Its not too huge a price to pay for the rest of his keyboard work.
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Submitted by Strider 808808 on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 07:13

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Skull Fu+k from space. Skull faced comet makes fly by today, Halloween. Who writes this shit. It's a dead comet or is it a "Dead" Comet.
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Submitted by Forensicdoceleven on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 08:06

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Good morning rockers!!!! As many of you may or may not know, I am a bit of a “1971 Dead fanatic”. I have taken on a slightly ambitious project, documenting all 1971 Dead shows, the end result of which I hope will combine numerous “facts/factoids” about shows with recollections of folks who actually attended Dead shows in 1971. In order to accomplish this, I need the help of the Dead fan community. ALL contributions will be properly and specifically credited. If you attended ANY shows in 1971 and have ANY recollections to share, PLEASE consider participating. Please PM me for details. While of course I’m happy to hear from anybody who attended “classic 71 shows” such as Port Chester, Fillmore East, Harding Theater, Felt Forum, etc., I’m particularly interested in hearing from folks who may have attended lesser known, “out of the way” shows, such as: 1/21/71 Davis 1/22/71 Lane Community College 3/5/71 Oakland 4/14/71 Bucknell 4/18/71 Cortland 6/21/71 Chateau d’Herouville 8/4/71 Terminal Island 10/19/71 Northrop Auditorium 11/11/71 Atlanta 11/17/71 Albuquerque In addition, if ANYBODY out there has “paper ephemera” related to 1971 shows, Please consider participating. I’m looking especially for: Newspaper/print media articles Show posters/handbills Ticket stubs Photographs Thanks in advance to all who participate and contribute! Rock on, Doc Gillespie
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Submitted by davidadavis@gm… on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 08:49

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I saw one. http://gratefulseconds.blogspot.com/2015/10/the-20-something-one-time-o… I'm certain I am off by one or two but: 12-26-1969 Dallas Dark Star ->New Speedway Boogie 12-30-1969 Boston Dark Star -> Alligator 11-08-1969 SF Dark Star -> Uncle John's Band Jam 12-15-1971 Ann Arbor Dark Star -> Deal 03-23-1972 NYC Dark Star -> Big Boss Man 09-10-1972 Hollywood Dark Star -> Jack Straw (drums before Straw but with David Crosby) 09-16-1972 Boston Dark Star -> Brokedown Palace 09-27-1972 Jersey City Dark Star -> Cumberland Blues 10-23-1972 Milwaukee Dark Star -> Mississippi Half-Step 11-19-1972 Houston Dark Star -> Weather Report Suite Prelude 03-16-1973 Nassau Dark Star -> Truckin' (into Dew, wow!) 03-24-1973 Philly Dark Star -> Sing Me Back Home 06-10-1973 RFK Dark Star -> He's Gone 05-14-1974 Missoula Dark Star -> China Doll (let It Grow->Dark Star, thanks Dave) 07-25-1974 Chicago Dark Star -> Slipknot! 01-10-1979 Nassau Dark Star -> Not Fade Away 12-31-1981 Oakland Dark Star -> Bertha 10-20-1990 Berlin Dark Star -> Throwing Stones 09-26-1991 Boston Dark Star -> Saint of Circumstances 12-16-1992 Oakland Dark Star -> All Along The Watchtower 09-13-1993 Philly Dark Star -> Terrapin Station
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Submitted by lowspark75 on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 09:59

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I love French Press! *Buh dump dump.. CHING!*
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Submitted by mr-charlie on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 11:20

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I don't follow the forum on a regular schedule, but, has there been any indication as to when we might see shipment? And on an unrelated note, when is Dave's 16 hitting the mail? Happy autumn all!

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Submitted by floridabobaloo on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 12:10

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If you love French press. Try a Moka pot. Caught your joke, but you love coffee I can tell!,
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Submitted by lowspark75 on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 13:10

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Did you order the box, or the USB? The former has mostly been shipped out, with a few unfortunate delays for some people. The USB has not shipped, as far as anyone knows. DaP16 has definitely shipped. You should probably see it early next week if it didn't come today. @bobaloo - I'll have to google that.... *UPDATE* Ah, yes.. that's a classic method. Never used one, surprisingly.. but it definitely has a reminiscent appearance. Probably a fixture in one of my grandparents' kitchens.
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Submitted by leno710 on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 14:13

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So, does anyone else believe that the downloads for individual shows won't be made available until the infamous, yet to be seen, lightning bolt USB thumb drive completely sells out? That would be a real shame since it might not be totally eliminated from the inventory, if it truly does exist, until after the holidays.
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Submitted by sheik yerbones on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 15:53

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Merci Alain, pour les docs sur Herouville. Jerry wears the same Adidas Shoes I got in the seventies. Funny, you can buy them now as vintage, means without smell... I love french press part of the time, enjoy it some of the time, and hate it rest of the time. 1971, best Not Fade Away GDTRF Bad and Johnnie B Good ever!!!
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Submitted by Vguy72 on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 16:24

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....Riverbend '85. First set starts off pretty rough. Alabama, GSET and TLEO are pretty forgettable. Especially TLEO. Sad and humorous at the same time. Jerry was totally lost. The Persian reared it's ugly head. I counted three false endings. Picks up during Minglewood. Jerry woke up and nails Tennessee Jed. Esau is wonderful. Healy effects introduce Loser. Again, Jerry was spot on. Let It Grow ends the set on a high, high note.... Second set soon. Remembering loving that set on my old Maxell II tape. Can't wait. As I recall, a fierce storm rolled through during Smokestack. Rolling thunder was heard on my old tape. Wonder if it comes through on this release.... ....Happy Halloween friends....I stocked up on Reeses and Butterfingers. My family's favorites in case we have extra left over....
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Submitted by Moses Quasar on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 17:00

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On the 73 show now and every Cumberland in this box has been excellent! One of my all time Dead favorites! This show starts a little "slow" then picks up steam. The second set is killer! Took a chronological break and listened to some of the 82 show to see what all the "hubub" is about the sound. I think it sounds OK. Listened to it on my PC and home stereo and while its not as "full" sounding as the others it sounds OK to me. It is a very good show and thats why Dave wanted us to have it I guess! Waiting for DaP 16 and hopefully 30 Days will start tomorrow! Take care folks and Happy Halloween!!!

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Submitted by antonjo on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 18:50

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Thanks for the Dark Star pairings list. 9/27/72 is not only one of my favorite Dark Stars, but that transition into Cumberland is so perfect, and perfectly absurd, it makes me laugh and shake my head every time. Grateful Dead at its finest.I'd always thought this show was the final vintage Attics (first in two years, as well), but someone mentioned one from October '72...? Speaking of October.... Happy Hallowe'en, everyone! And a torrential one it is in Portland....loving it myself, but the poor kids.... October 27th, 1979 ~ five songs into this one, my only thought was, "I sure hope this gets better...!" Very perfunctory beginning, to my ears, and the worst Big River I've ever heard. Very disappointing considering the monster version on the monster Dick's 5 from two months later (a five-star show for sure ~ hottest Alabama Getaway ever). Unlike David, I never had this tape, but I knew there must be a reason he chose it. Sure enough, the first set picks up with Easy to Love You and catches fire with Minglewood (though Jerry isn't putting his finale solo in yet ~ that's okay, he gets his licks in overtop the last verse). Stagger Lee's a little lyrically challenged, but very sweet outro jam, and the boys have indeed entered the sweet zone for the duration. For all its length, Dancin' isn't terribly dynamic on first listen. Steady groove, though, and Jerry's in lightning-fast-lead mode all night, in fact. Similar story with Franklin's, until the "you plant ice, you gonna harvest wind" verse, and then this version really soars to another level. The last jam quiets to a whisper, surely they're ending it, right?, and then it whips back up into another glorious round of musical mirth. That GoGD magic can always strike at any time, and it really does with this Franklin's. From there, through Drums and beyond, they're in the zone. Caution jam, though Phil doesn't really hit the classic ascending/descending riff, is inspired fun, Jerry & the drummers are all over it, and then a really intense Other One. Heads must've loved Brent putting the organ back into this song after all those years (though he'd switched to piano by the time I was seeing shows). His organ really simmers on the long, slow Not Fade Away out of Drums. On a lesser night, this tempo might drag, but here it's snaky and funky, the last few minutes hitting some particularly tasty interplay..I dare observe Bob's slide here is as creative an element as any other. When he's using it in a supporting role, it can be really cool (Wharf Rat & Black Muddy River come to mind). Black Peter's "See here how everything chorus" is perfect, and Brent's organ on this tune shimmers and really nails the color of the mood. Have to say, when the piano solo began on Round 'n Round, I spaced for a moment and thought, "wow, Keith's hot tonight" and then remembered it was Brent! Sorry, but Keith's solos in later years didn't always deliver the goods. Then he switches to organ on a dime, and when the tempo kicks into double-time, he's just smoking, along with Jerry and everyone else. Really great night for the drummers. In conclusion, very cool show. As Dave puts it in the liner notes: "when they did hit their stride--they really hit it!" Gosh, where to next with this box of shows? An ear issue and other circumstances have limited me to only three so far (not counting the '84 Dew I couldn't resist streaming)......but it's a rainy Saturday, and I'm ready for the next one..... 77? 67? 84?
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Submitted by Moses Quasar on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 17:56

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The China>Rider in the 73 show is pretty f-ing good too!!!!!......and yeah, the Dicks 11 DS has always been one of my faves!..great show!.. and yes, I'll still take that Fall 72 Box Dave!!
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Submitted by NWScarletFireGuy on Sat, 10/31/2015 - 19:26

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I'm only about half way through, with some choice years ahead, but nothing yet matches the 73 China->Rider, 91 Shakedown not far behind. What say you regarding specific jam or song, not entire year?
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