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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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    Phil and Friends re-create 5.8.77
    http://www.jambase.com/Articles/125427/Video-Phil-Lesh-and-Friends-And-…
  • #6732
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    Anybody have Dave's Picks 1 for sale ?
    For a Reasonable price ? Can do cash, credit, or trade. Lots of good stuff showing up at my doorstep lately, make an offer if ya got it and are willing to part. Or Fillmore West Complete Recordings ? If you are searching like me, I may have what you are looking for. Hey Forensicdocevelen, what is the good word in regard to 3.11.71 - U. Centre Ballroom, Dekalb, IL ? Was this show cancelled ? 4.18.71 going a few days ago,, excellent Truckin : Hard To Handle. And the Drums during Good Lovin' ,, so nice Billy K is killing it. I may just have to call him "Billy Killin'IT" Edit: Is there any truth or can someone confirm if the Grateful Dead played a show at Kent State on 4.2.71 ? One person says it happened at a small bar and not a large venue. 2 days later they would be in NYC, but no local records show they played at Kent State. Being the middle of the semester I suppose school newspapers would have documented this, but nothing has turned up.
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    Free the Fillmore West Complete Recordings - Re-Release Please!
    To TPTB: Please, please, please free the Fillmore West Complete Recordings from their captivity. Make it a brown box special so the original pressing is more valuable. Just like old Beatle records - 1st generation pressings are worth the most! Re-Release for the 50th Please! Thank you!
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    Included in the Jeebs stash, as was Riverbend 85. Jeebs was always trying to find some of the more quality recordings from all eras. I suspect a few of these 30 trips shows were picked based upon higher quality sound compared to others in the same year. And a few were also picked to save some meat for releases in other series. 1980 does standout considering August, September, October all have some very special stuff. One show Jeebs didn't recommended was 6.24.83 probably because only Audience are circulating. But this one is a dandy. Sets fire from first contact. And the Candyman > Red Rooster is full throttle. April 84 showing up lately, and 4.29.84 is going way under the radar.
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    Ten years from now....
    ....when I'm pushing sixty, I imagine them releasing a huge box to store all the boxes. Hopefully in the shape of a vintage VW bus, circa '74, with a pop top. That would be neat...really neat. ....some of those buses were awesome eye candy. Even in the late eighties, they turned my head, Dead that is....
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    Choices of shows
    Really impressed by the choices made here, especially post-1978. Dave really put together a fantastic set. I'm wondering if there are any choices that people are second-guessing, and if so, what would they replace them with (knowing what we know about the contents of the Vault). Remember, I'm not complaining! I love this set, purchased one, and can't wait to dive in. But we've got to pass the time somehow until 9/18 and keyboardist debates can get old (and sometimes violent). I feel the choices for 1966, 1967, 1969, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1984, 1987, 1989, 1991, 1992, 1993, and 1994 are spot-on. Wouldn't change a thing. I don't know much about the choices for 1968, 1983, 1986, or 1990, so I won't comment on them. I love the choice of 4/15/70. Great show. But I would have gone with 9/20/70 to get some of that Fall 1970 sound. If that's not in the Vault (unclear), then I'm fine with this choice. They also could have used 6/7/70, which is in the Vault. I also love the pick of 3/18/71, but its the exclusion of December '71 material that has me second-guessing. 12/5/71 or 12/15/71 are up there too! A complete 8/6/71 would also have been nice, but much of that show is out with DP35 and RT 1.3. The 1972 choice is interesting. The one that circulates could use some cleaning up, and that may catapult the show into top-tier status. Much of October 1972 is not in the Vault, so choices like 10/18/72 and 10/28/72 aren't options. I would have gone with 9/28/72 from September or either of the Berkley shows if not 9/24/72. That said, I'm looking forward to the Vault's copy of this show. Again, 11/14/73 is a GREAT show. Love it. Happy with the choice. But I would have picked 6/10/73, 10/25/73, or one of the March shows over it. 1977 is a unique case. I would have taken a number of shows over 4/25, but they're not in the Vault. 2/26, 5/5-5/9, 10/29, and 11/6 aren't there. 3/18 could have been a great pick...perhaps someday? However, I'm happy with what I've heard of 4/25 and this is a worthy choice. I'm a bit baffled by the choice for 1978. I've always felt that '78 got worse as the year went on, with January > Feb > April > May. I know 1/22/78 and Red Rocks aren't in the Vault, and all 3 would have been great options. Maybe 4/21/78? With DP18, From Egypt with Love, COW, and DaP7, some of the best shows are already out there. Similarly, the 1980 choice is confusing. Obviously, I would have hoped for an acoustic set from Sept or Oct, but those were chopped for Reckoning and Dead Set. I always felt 11/29 was a superior show to 11/28, and 6/20 would have also been a better choice. I like 6/24/85, but it pales in comparison to 6/30 or 7/1. Hopefully, those are a mini-box at some point. There are some good November shows, but I'd still go with 6/24 over those. I'm no expert on 1988 or 1995, but I always felt 7/2/88 was the best show of '88 and 3/30/95 was the best of '95. What do you think?
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    Re: Choices of Shows, Brent
    In response to Mr. Jack Straw...here is my quick 2 cents. Overall, I am very excited about most of the selections in this box set. He was either spot on (10/27/79), or very close (6/24/85) with a lot of the choices...in my opinion. However...here are a few dates I would trade out for. 1981: 3/6/81 ...amazing show...Let it Grow>Deal is a must hear, as is the Estimated>Franklin's. Would have loved to have seen 7/10/81 also...awesome 2nd set. Hope this could be a Dave's pick soon. 1983: Most of the Spring tour, especially 4/13/83 (one of the best Scarlet>Fires EVER), and 6/20/83 would have been incredible to see in this box. 1985: 6/27/85, Saratoga: great playing, inspired setlist...including Feel Like a Stranger> Eyes, a 1st set Crazy Fingers, and an exciting Supplication jam Whoever does not know these shows should check them out. Quickly on Brent...I did not learn to appreciate him until well after even Jerry died. I love his early singing more than his later years, but I LOVE Blow Away these days. I also love a nice Far From Me. I would have laughed myself out of town 20 years ago if I heard myself say these things...but there you go.
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    Brent, et al.
    Just a Little Light, Blow Away, Easy to Love You, I Will Take You Home, all fine by me. Do the people railing on IWTYH have children? Hey Pocky Way cover was a highlight. I agree the Blow Away rap was cring-inducing at times, but the song structure and way it jammed out to an unexpected stop, particularly '89 versions, was great. My reaction to much of the "90 boxes was that the band was lucky Brent was there, because he was working like mad to keep these songs coherent. A little like Garth Hudson for The Band--the more you listen, the songs are really his keyboards combined with all the sweet singing. Except for the Dead you had not so sweet singing, at that point, usually. Bob's 'angular' later songs? Throwing Stones, Picasso Moon, Feel Like a Stranger--love them all. I expect some of the highlight shows not included in this newest box are to save for later DPs and boxes.
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    Speaking of Brokedown Palace...
    Noticeably absent from the box altogether. Was always my favorite encore, just perfect.
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    May post more later, but I was at the Cincy '85 show and was a little surprised that it was selected. I hope DL2 gives us some thoughts on how the shows were selected . . . I mean, after all, that's part of the fun of being an obsessive Deadhead is engaging in such arcanity (and why the Boys still make lots of money off us!). I thought a good show, better than most during that period in which Jerry was so obviously seriously impaired, but would have thought Saratoga a few nights later or one of the Red Rocks shows, or the Halloween show in Columbia, SC with the Space opening of set 1(which was quite good). Also a bit confused why none of the anniversary shows from 1980 were selected instead of a pretty pedestrian Lakeland, FL show. Any clues on that one? I mean, is it correct that the NOLA shows were not recorded by Healey or Betty? I've always loved the AUD of that second show with the Brokedown encore. Please don't take this as whining . . . it's not. I bought on day 3 (had to fix debit card max charge and didn't realize the snafu for a couple of days) and think this will be superb. This may be the product that my kids (25 and 21) really come to grips with the importance of the Dead as a musical phenomena as opposed to a social and commercial one. Anyway, just rambling gambling thoughts! DCFHOF. It's time. Kentucky Scott
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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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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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