Grateful Dead Dark Star Orchestra

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December 7, 2007 - 9:33am

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marye

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I can't believe we don't already have a topic for them, but we do now!

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February 23, 2009 - 5:51am

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caroline

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fun show

i had never seen dso until saturday night in indpls. i won tix from a local radio station-- i doubt i would've bought tix to go-- but i so thoroughly enjoyed myself that in the future i will buy tix. i took my sister, and she liked it too (and she's not a deadhead!)-- enough to agree to go to future shows! yeah! it was a pleasant deadhead crowd- the usual stuff-- everyone friendly and polite and happy to be there-- such a dramatic difference from the standard rowdy, rude, shoving, smoking concert crowd. we didn't stay the whole night-- just for the first 2 hours- we hit the road by 11-- but it was a nice refresher course on long summer evenings on the grass at a lovely outdoor venue listening and dancing and having fun! dso is worth going to see-- caroline
February 22, 2009 - 11:43am

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fluffhead042

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April 6, 2008

Keepin' the vibe alive

Not only are these guys a great GD cover band but they also are keeping The Grateful Dead's music alive...I see young folks singing along to these songs who couldn't possibly been born in time to catch Jerry....wait a minute...I am one of those young folks! They've got a great thing going...I'm grateful for them and other GD Tributes like "The Schwag"...they are turning kids onto the music we all know and love... "Our love is real, not fade away, not fade away!" They are helping to keep it alive...helping to keep it from fading away. "In a bed, in a bed, by the waterside I will lay my head. Listen to the river sing sweet songs, to rock my soul."
February 22, 2009 - 8:42am

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LadySparkle

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February 5, 2009

Dark Star Orchestra

LadySparkle Ok, so they aren't the Dead, but they are pretty good for a fix. Just saw them last night in INDY, first time. They did the August 10, 1981 show, pretty good, all I can say. Listened to Rockin The Cradle on the way there and back MOST AWESOME !!!
February 20, 2009 - 6:20am

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cincygroove

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photos - Dark Star Orchestra, 2.19.09, Madison Theater

Photos of Dark Star Orchestra, 2.19.2009, Madison Theater, Covington, KY: http://www.cincygroove.com/?q=node/1043
January 29, 2009 - 7:51pm

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Moye

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Its cool man

I undestand everone has different oppinions. No harm intended. Id take a dead show over DSO anyday, it just seems more convinent to see DSO since they tour all year round practically. Phatmoye
January 29, 2009 - 7:51pm

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Moye

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Its cool man

I undestand everone has different oppinions. No harm intended. Id take a dead show over DSO anyday, it just seems more convinent to see DSO since they tour all year round practically. Phatmoye
January 29, 2009 - 7:38pm

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JackstrawfromC…

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now now

It's all good phatmoye I don't dislike them or anything and some day I'll be all into them I'm sure but for now as long as the GD boys are touring I put all my energy into them. "Everybody's braggin' and drinking that wine, I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines. Come to daddy on an inside straight, well I've got no chance of losing this time"
January 29, 2009 - 5:27pm

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Moye

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Oh yes i DID

Hey there brother from a different mother, INCRIMINALIZING!! I think not! Cover band, yes. You tell me 1 other band that comes even close to sounding like the real thing? I think its great what there doing! There not the dead, and I think they know that. There just spreading the music, after all, isn't it all about the MUSIC. Phatmoye
January 29, 2009 - 4:56pm

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DarkStar4Life

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Oh No You Didn't

DSO are the complete antithesis of what the Grateful Dead are, they are merley a clone and a pretty poor one at that. I really can not comprehend how you(or anyone) think that "jerry dude" sounds anything like Jerry Garcia. I also don't care what Phil or anyone else thinks of them. Another thing Jerry and the Grateful Dead taught me was to think for myself, but I know for a fact Phil has never even considered listening to that band. I don't begrudge anyone a good time but for that band to be running around the country advertising themselves as the "grateful dead experience" is whhhack and possibly criminal(cosmically at least)(((enjoy your ride))))
January 29, 2009 - 4:29pm

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Moye

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ARE YOU GUYS CRAZY?

Exuse me, are you sure you seen dark star? DSO recreates a whole show damn near note for note! John K. sounds just like Jerry, I believe it was either Bobby or Phil a few years back that said,"If you close your eyes, you would swear that Jerrys on stage" I can remember seeing this somewhere. Phatmoye Rock on DSO

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I can't believe we don't already have a topic for them, but we do now!

in case you missed this...goodbye Kadlecik, hello Mattson...

Dark Star Orchestra to their fans: Dear DSO Fan – Thank you for joining us and being a part of this continuing, long strange trip these past 12 years. Your support and excitement for the music has kept us going strong for over 1700 shows. Throughout the years, we’ve had transitions both difficult and uplifting, yet the positive energy of our fan base has continued to propel our mission onward for performing this important music and for keeping this vibrant scene alive. That said, we, as a band are entering another chapter in this story. Dark Star Orchestra’s lead guitarist and one of its founding members, John Kadlecik, has decided to resign from DSO. John’s last show with us will be on December 5 in Buffalo. DSO is supportive of John’s choice and we wish him the very best. Dark Star Orchestra will continue to bring you this music at its highest level. In our 12-year history we have gone through three drummers, three keyboard players, three bass players and numerous rhythm guitarists and we have always managed to keep improving the sound and the experience. We will be taking on a new player with his own talents and energy and turn yet another chapter in DSO history. Veteran guitarist Jeff Mattson of the Zen Tricksters and Donna Jean Godchaux Band, will be joining us this week, on the New Year’s run, Jam Cruise, and for our upcoming Winter Tour that begins in February. We assure you all the things you love about the Dark Star Orchestra experience will continue, and we ask for your patience, friendship and positive energy as we keep truckin’ on… Dark Star Orchestra

DSO/SHS Food Drives on Northeast Tour

DSO/Donna Jean Band/SHS are hosting food drives for local community food banks on the remaining dates of the northeast fall tour...

Oops wrong graphic... the

Oops wrong graphic... the one above is for the Melvin Seals/JGB Tour lol :-)

DSO....

I think Stu Allen is THE Jerry Guitarist out there....vocally and musically...here's a link to a show I recorded a month or 2 ago...it's a SBD feed mixed with a lil Audience to add to the ambiance. The show's smokin hot. http://www.archive.org/details/schwag2009-09-19.sbd.mtx (listen to Standing on the Moon if you only have time for one) "In a bed, in a bed, by the waterside I will lay my head. Listen to the river sing sweet songs, to rock my soul."

2 nights of DSO!!

Dark Star is coming to Sonoma County for 2 nights the The Mystic Theatre! They are playing Tue 4/13 and Wed 4/14. These guys always put on such a great show, hope to see some of you there! http://www.mystictheatre.com/show/detail/27047

new guitarist?

anyone seen DSO since John left the band?I haven't gotten the chance to hear the new lineup yet, and I'm curious to say the least... I'm weighing Grateful Fest vs. the July 2 Furthur show, & a review of DSO's new guitarist would make my decision leaps and bounds easier!

I have!!

I saw DSO on NYE this year in Baltimore Md. and with Jeff Mattson on board the band is still Smokin Hot!! Welcome Jeff!!!! Nothing left to do but... :) :) :)

DSO show Traverse City, Michigan! Oct. 26, 2010

HOXEYVILLE PRODUCTIONS LLC PRESENTS....... DARK STAR ORCHESTRA "THE WINGS A MILE LONG TOUR: SPECIAL ACOUSTIC CONCERT" LIVE at the Traverse City Opera House October 26th, 2010 - 7:30PM http://www.cityoperahouse.org/shows/darkstarorchestra.php City Opera House 106 East Front Street Traverse City, MI 49684-2509 (231) 941-8082 ADVANCE TICKETS $25 BUY TICKETS: https://whartoncenter.com/scripts/max/11000/maxweb.exe?ACTION=ORDER#dar… OR CALL 231-941-8082 *****SPECIAL NOTE******* VOTE for a chance to WIN TICKETS! Dark Star Orchestra is inviting fans to vote on the Encore/Filler for the Oct. 26th, City Opera House show (Traverse City, MI). Everyone who votes will be entered for a chance to win a pair of tickets to the show. TO VOTE CLICK HERE: --> http://tinyurl.com/DSO10-26Vote ________________ It's all about the Music and the LOVE!

DSO Shows in Portland/Eugene

I will be attending both these shows on 4-1 and 4-2. I will be coming down from Seattle area (due to work constraints, cannot attend shows in Bellingham or Seattle). Looking for someone to share ride down Friday afternoon, and/or probable return late Sunday afternoon. I'll drive and provide tunes; you provide good company. Also looking for people to meet before shows for dinner, drinks, etc. Contact me here or at tiedyehigh@gmail.com.Thanks, and enjoy the music. "Whatever comes to pass Will just pass right on away"

2 Nights Of DSO!!

Very discouraged by DSO and…

Very discouraged by DSO and some states decision to do drive in radio broadcast with no amplifiers. How can you enjoy live music without feeling it in your body?

Is this correct or will there be amps?

Play it LOUD!!!

I need a miracle

I want to go to the Birmingham DSO show soooo bad!!! Anyone wanna help a gal out and sell me one ticket? Private Message me if ya can help!! ☝🏻☝🏻

Rob Barraco does not get…

Rob Barraco does not get enough praise. He has played great for years, is fairly versatile with Dead vocals, and damn if he doesnt smile the whole time he is playing. Agree with what you said. Zen Tricksters were great.

Very discouraged by DSO and…

Very discouraged by DSO and some states decision to do drive in radio broadcast with no amplifiers. How can you enjoy live music without feeling it in your body?

I love DSO I Love them so…

I love DSO I Love them so much I have 30 thirty out of 1300 thirteen hundred of their shows and the problem is I want and need more! I’m trying to just collect Digital Soundboards not digital Audiences not that the DAUDs are bad it’s because I’m certain the board recordings are out there somewhere I just gotta keep turning over all the fricking rocks to find their whereabouts is all and that can be stressfully and fun! So hey u got any?