MAY 1977: Get Shown The Light Box

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CLICK HERE FOR THE
ALL MUSIC EDITION
SOLD OUT

What's Inside:

Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
• 5/5/77 Veterans Memorial Coliseum: New Haven, CT
• 5/7/77 Boston Garden: Boston, MA
• 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY
• 5/9/77 Buffalo Memorial Auditorium: Buffalo, NY
• Sourced from the Betty Boards, transfered by Plangent Processes
• Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
• Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
• The unreleased book Cornell ‘77: The Music, The Myth And The Magnificence Of The Grateful Dead’s Concert At Barton Hall by Peter Conners, published by Cornell University Press
• In-depth essay by noted Dead scholar Nicholas Meriwether
• Producer's Note by David Lemieux
• Individually Numbered, Limited Edition of 15,000
• Release Date: May 5, 2017

WHAT DEAD HEADS HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT...

NEW HAVEN 5/5/77
"Here is a prime example of the saying ‘the whole is greater than the sum of the parts’ … It’s called synergy and the Dead wrote the book on it.”

BOSTON 5/7/77
“The music they laid down brought me places I had not been before.”

CORNELL 5/8/77
“...the single best rock performance anywhere, anytime, by anyone.”

“There was just some kind of magical connection this night between the band members and the band and the audience - some texture, or some type of cosmic or celestial force is in the room.”

"This show is, was, and always will be Mecca.”

BUFFALO 5/9/77
"...an awesome display of the Dead’s captivating power"

If you've been following this site for quite some time, then you will know we are often flush with hyperbole when it comes to our releases. We can't help it, really - for we, like you, are Grateful Dead fans above all else. Just like you, we've spent countless hours debating the merits of show over show, year over year. We've kept a watchful eye on your wish-lists and carefully considered how to make - excuse the cliché - your dreams come true. And once we've made our commitments, we are steadfast in our determination to conjure up those dreams fully-formed and nearly perfect. Sometimes these heights cannot be reached without physical and cosmic elements aligning, and that, dear friends, is why it has taken so long for us to bring you THE ONE and the epic shows that surrounded it. No need for even the slightest embellishment here, 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY, has for decades, been THE resounding favorite; you've said it yourselves - the "holy grail" of Grateful Dead shows. Thanks to the passion and perseverance of Dead Heads like you, we are beyond pleased to finally be able to present this show and its brethren, the fabled four of Spring '77, in sonically pristine condition.

Limited to 15,000 individually numbered copies, MAY 1977: GET SHOWN THE LIGHT is a collection of what is unanimously believed to be the most sought-after previously unreleased complete shows the Grateful Dead ever played. Collected, traded, and debated for decades, "the beloved Golden Trinity" of Boston, Ithaca, and Buffalo, along with their New Haven prelude, have inspired fans to "get on the bus," converted critics, and even garnered national attention (Cornell was added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry). But until now, you've never really heard them quite like this!

The Dead is in the details... how serendipitous is it that the notorious Betty Boards were returned to the archive just in time for the 40th anniversaries of these shows? Lovingly sourced from these well-reputed recordings, we invite you to experience four utopian shows just like they happened, to "be inside the music" as engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson intended. Whether you listen to each night on its own or imbibe the whole lot at once, we suspect you'll hear why every note mattered. Much like we were, you will be hard-pressed to determine which of these fine documents - will it be the understated but nuanced New Haven, Boston's festive fantasy vibes, the monumental catharsis of Ithaca, or Buffalo’s dreamy exuberance - is truly "the best." Does it really matter? We think not.

Due May 5th, we anticipate that this revelatory boxed set will sell out. Your best bet is to pre-order it now, then sit back, relax, and enjoy all the exclusive content we'll be rolling out over the next few weeks.

Looking for something a little more byte-sized? The collection will also be available for HD digital download in FLAC and ALAC, exclusively at dead.net, on release day.

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February 20, 2017 - 9:36am

#661

schplaque

Joined:
November 15, 2010

WTF? Something's Not RIght

So for several days, I periodically tried to purchase "Get Shown The Light" and there's an issue with the website. Today, it's sold out. Is that true? Have scalpers/bots invaded the music purchase realm now? I certainly hope that there's a positive solution to this issue. Print more please!
February 20, 2017 - 9:16am

#662

Alain

Joined:
June 8, 2007

To FloridaBobalooToo

I sent you a private message.
February 20, 2017 - 9:07am

#663

chartnav

Joined:
February 20, 2017

Sold out-too fast

My buddy who I went to the Cornell show with tipped me off to the release this morning-too late. Too bad-we had a great time and I would have liked to have the book. I have the show already in good quality and several other of the May 77 run but would still have liked the official release. Why only release 15000 copies when the demand is so high. Same with the Fare Thee Well shows-there were so many people that supported the Dead for so long and would have liked to have seen them one more time-why couldn't they have added 2 or 3 more locations and maybe kept the ticket prices down a little. For now I wish they would at least sell a good old skull and roses white tee shirt-my old one is getting kind of worn out after 40 years.
February 20, 2017 - 8:57am

#664

Dusty.rambler@…

Joined:
March 13, 2015

Credit card charges

Don't stress about the credit card charge not showing on your account. When dead.net presells a box set, they run your card for an authorization to check if you have the funds, but do not actually charge the card until the box ships. Just make sure your card has funds ready for the charge in May!
February 20, 2017 - 8:56am

#665

BartonBoy

Joined:
October 3, 2016

5-8-1977

Barton Hall was the show that got me REALLY into the Dead. I listened to them a bit in high school, but when I was attending Cornell--for non-Grateful Dead related reasons--I met a girl that I fell hard for. She was a big Deadhead. In trying to become acquainted with her interests, she let me borrow a great deal of music. One of which was Barton Hall 77. I chose that one first for obvious reasons related to my alma mater and not because I knew anything specific about that particular show. I listened to it once. Then again. I went on an international trip a bit later and that's was the only music I brought with me. I listened to it over and over. When I got back to the States, I started devouring all the shows I could but always returned to Cornell--both in Dead music and in physical spacial geography. This girl and I got serious, but as my graduation approached we realized our lives were in very different places. We decided to part ways and I had to learn the hard way to let her pass by. Time has passed but my love for the Dead remains to this day. More time passed. I listened to the music play and the four winds blew me back to Ithaca. This is where I call home now. Part of me always knew this would be my home. I just had to leave and come back to realize that. Better late than never, ehh? How much of that is due to the Grateful Dead? I have no idea. I listen to this show and no matter where I am, I can picture walking up Libe Slope with the clocktower at the top. I picture the War Memorial behind me with Cayuga Lake further down the hill. I can picture Sage Chapel and the Johnson School of Management. I picture the statues in the Arts Quad and the Law School. I picture Cascadilla Gorge and Taughannock Falls. McGraw Tower is my Franklin's Tower. TL;DR-Barton Hall was my first and can always bring me home again. So I always ignore the overrated conversation regarding this show. I can feel comfort in this show. It reminds me of home. This is my one.
February 20, 2017 - 8:47am

#666

claney

Joined:
July 20, 2007

Note from a Geek

It's sold out - well, that solved my minor First World dilemma ("Should I buy a second box?"). Also, apologies to those who thought 15,000 copies was insufficient. As I say to my wife often: You were right! It evidently should have been something like 25,000 copies. I shudder to think what this will end up costing on eBay. David - thanks for sharing that interview with Norman - great stuff. I remember reading it, holy crap, 10 years ago! But, I was thinking in terms of a quick little video segments or liner notes for each release - the special technical issues which come up for each time. Dave L always covers the performance aspect nicely in his Seaside Chats, and sometimes liner notes; I would love additional "technical liner notes" with each release, if that makes sense. I'm a geek.
February 20, 2017 - 8:31am

#667

kevjones

Joined:
April 28, 2009

Sold Out-That was quick

Decided against purchasing this box set, and I feel OK with it. I am in the "how much is enough?" phase of GD right now. I haven't even scratched the surface on the 30 Trips set. I will purchase the stand alone Cornell release. Hope everyone enjoys. I was listening to the first Spring 77 box over the weekend and thoroughly enjoyed that. That Terrapin from Chicago is so good. I hope everyone enjoys it, and I can't wait to hear the feedback from everyone. Finally, I think the Buffalo Help>Slip>Frank can't hold a candle to the one from 6/9/77. To me, the Winterland Help-Slip>Frank is the one by which I judge all others. Enjoy everyone!!!
February 20, 2017 - 7:00am

#668

wissinomingdeadhead

Joined:
December 17, 2011

SOLD OUT

Out of stock Got my order in last night at 9:33EDT my first order didn't go through. So glad I made it before the deadline.
February 20, 2017 - 6:57am

#669

JimInMD

Joined:
June 27, 2011

Wow

Incredible.. I wasn't going public with my opinion, because I was a bit unsure.. but I would have guessed it to take a couple weeks to sell out. I hope everyone got their copy... Now.. back to dreaming and speculating about those shows they now have that never circulated...
February 20, 2017 - 6:49am

#670

Riot71

Joined:
February 9, 2017

Yup

If you add it to your cart it does indeed seem sold out

John Perry Barlow

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CLICK HERE FOR THE
ALL MUSIC EDITION

SOLD OUT

What's Inside:

Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
• 5/5/77 Veterans Memorial Coliseum: New Haven, CT
• 5/7/77 Boston Garden: Boston, MA
• 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY
• 5/9/77 Buffalo Memorial Auditorium: Buffalo, NY
• Sourced from the Betty Boards, transfered by Plangent Processes
• Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
• Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
• The unreleased book Cornell ‘77: The Music, The Myth And The Magnificence Of The Grateful Dead’s Concert At Barton Hall by Peter Conners, published by Cornell University Press
• In-depth essay by noted Dead scholar Nicholas Meriwether
• Producer's Note by David Lemieux
• Individually Numbered, Limited Edition of 15,000
• Release Date: May 5, 2017

WHAT DEAD HEADS HAVE BEEN SAYING ABOUT...

NEW HAVEN 5/5/77
"Here is a prime example of the saying ‘the whole is greater than the sum of the parts’ … It’s called synergy and the Dead wrote the book on it.”

BOSTON 5/7/77
“The music they laid down brought me places I had not been before.”

CORNELL 5/8/77
“...the single best rock performance anywhere, anytime, by anyone.”

“There was just some kind of magical connection this night between the band members and the band and the audience - some texture, or some type of cosmic or celestial force is in the room.”

"This show is, was, and always will be Mecca.”

BUFFALO 5/9/77
"...an awesome display of the Dead’s captivating power"

If you've been following this site for quite some time, then you will know we are often flush with hyperbole when it comes to our releases. We can't help it, really - for we, like you, are Grateful Dead fans above all else. Just like you, we've spent countless hours debating the merits of show over show, year over year. We've kept a watchful eye on your wish-lists and carefully considered how to make - excuse the cliché - your dreams come true. And once we've made our commitments, we are steadfast in our determination to conjure up those dreams fully-formed and nearly perfect. Sometimes these heights cannot be reached without physical and cosmic elements aligning, and that, dear friends, is why it has taken so long for us to bring you THE ONE and the epic shows that surrounded it. No need for even the slightest embellishment here, 5/8/77 Barton Hall, Cornell University: Ithaca, NY, has for decades, been THE resounding favorite; you've said it yourselves - the "holy grail" of Grateful Dead shows. Thanks to the passion and perseverance of Dead Heads like you, we are beyond pleased to finally be able to present this show and its brethren, the fabled four of Spring '77, in sonically pristine condition.

Limited to 15,000 individually numbered copies, MAY 1977: GET SHOWN THE LIGHT is a collection of what is unanimously believed to be the most sought-after previously unreleased complete shows the Grateful Dead ever played. Collected, traded, and debated for decades, "the beloved Golden Trinity" of Boston, Ithaca, and Buffalo, along with their New Haven prelude, have inspired fans to "get on the bus," converted critics, and even garnered national attention (Cornell was added to the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry). But until now, you've never really heard them quite like this!

The Dead is in the details... how serendipitous is it that the notorious Betty Boards were returned to the archive just in time for the 40th anniversaries of these shows? Lovingly sourced from these well-reputed recordings, we invite you to experience four utopian shows just like they happened, to "be inside the music" as engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson intended. Whether you listen to each night on its own or imbibe the whole lot at once, we suspect you'll hear why every note mattered. Much like we were, you will be hard-pressed to determine which of these fine documents - will it be the understated but nuanced New Haven, Boston's festive fantasy vibes, the monumental catharsis of Ithaca, or Buffalo’s dreamy exuberance - is truly "the best." Does it really matter? We think not.

Due May 5th, we anticipate that this revelatory boxed set will sell out. Your best bet is to pre-order it now, then sit back, relax, and enjoy all the exclusive content we'll be rolling out over the next few weeks.

Looking for something a little more byte-sized? The collection will also be available for HD digital download in FLAC and ALAC, exclusively at dead.net, on release day.

Order Page ~Crashes

Yep same here, getting errors at check out. I'll give it a go again and cross fingers this time.

Crashed and Muzzled

It'd be groovy to place an order but the site's crashed and the phone is on permanent hold with a totally baked recording. Six Ps didn't happen: Prior Planning Prevents ... you know. :D It'll work eventually.

Phones not working either

No luck for the past hour+ trying to complete my order online, also tried the 1-800 number and it timed out on me TWICE in exactly 17 minutes each call. Their hold system craps out before the customer does! Heck of a note.

Can't buy it!

Very frustrating, I can't access the website effectively. 503 Forbidden??

Disappointed

wow, what a drop The high of getting notified of this box set. and then the utter disappointment of trying to order it. UPDATE: finally did get through customer service on the phones. They are taking contact info and escalating to Warner Music Group

Grrrrrr

3 times to the pay screen, and craps out. Almost 2 hours so far.

@frustration

Agree with all who posted. Can't use web, phone order doesn't work. Very disappointing that dead.net doesn't want my hard earned money. Actually, no it's not. I have all of the SBDs from torrent sites, it's their loss.....not my chair, not my problem, that's what I say..... I miss Jerry, I don't miss corporate dead.net. All a friend can say is ain't it a fuckin' shame.....

Get Shown The Dark Box

Unbelievable

Site Errors

It's unfortunate that this website appears to not be able to handle orders right now. I went pre-order this set right after receiving the email about it and it keeps coming up with error messages, taking forever to load a page, etc. You guys need to have a site that can handle this traffic.

Request forbidden by administrative rules.

New executive order from Mein Frump?

Got my order in...

...just before the crash, apparently. Really exited about this. So is everyone else, from the way the site has slowed to a crawl. Also, one more vote for the Boston 5/7 show as my favorite of the four.

Sorry, double post.

Ah well ...

It seems I will not get this box set ... I wont get through with the order. I get an error message every time. Hopefully a second edition box set will be released, maybe without the extras? Cause I'd rather give my money to "the Grateful Dead" than to the scalpers that will make the most bootlegged box set in existence. Micke Östlund Växjö, Sweden

Request forbidden by administrative rules.

New executive order from Mein Frump?

ERROR 403?!? wth

Also "503 Service Temporarily Unavailable"In addition to crashiness. Come on, man.

430 users and 5789 guests on right now....

.....take my money. Pretty please?....

Cannot order - very painful

Yikes. Was at New Haven show. Love this more than anything tho a Deadhead since '66. Please!

Cannot order - very painful

Yikes. Was at New Haven show. Love this more than anything tho a Deadhead since '66. Please!

rgergelis

...not my chair,not my problem...Love it! I'd forgotten about that one. Classic. Hang in there folks. I just saw that there are over 6000 people on the site today. I've NEVER seen this many people on this site at one time. :)

Cannot order - very painful

Yikes. Was at New Haven show. Love this more than anything tho a Deadhead since '66. Please!

Cannot order despite trying for last 2 hours

Yikes!!! Was at New Haven show. Love this more than almost anything - soundwise the boards are just the best and the playing is.... you all know. Please!

4th time to pay screen, I got

4th time to pay screen, I got to the last step, authorizing payment, and it crapped out, BUT, I got the confirmation e-mail. took 2 hours. keep trying, it will be so worth it come May. good luck everyone. can I have the last 2 hours back?

4th time to pay screen, I got

This is crazy -- why only 15K copies?

I've been trying for over two hours and got to the checkout page twice but was unable to confirm. After the Europe 72 debacle, they should have realized this would happen. Why are they restricting it to only 15K copies, when they could sell tens of thousands without any trouble? These are only the most famous shows the Dead ever did...I hope they'll increase the number.

This is insanely frustrating.

Sorry quadruple post

your time is more valuable than that

Sorry quadruple post

your time is more valuable than that

well..

dead.net is telling me to fuck off!

Wow ..... managed to get my order in !

Took a while, waiting for the site to settle down, but finally merged to get it ordered.

crash davis

This website is from 1977. Come on man

Wow ..... managed to get my order in !

Took a while, waiting for the site to settle down, but finally merged to get it ordered. Sorry for the double post .... everything seems slow at present.

WTF

can;t buy anything been trying for four hours and I can't order this. Guess if no one gets an extra I can buy this will be the first box set I buy from scalpers on EBAY.

phone

Trying the old fashioned way via the phone and it puts me on hold for 15 minutes and then just drops the call. Should I expect melissa mccarthy to beat me with a podium while yelling "We've heard from lots of people that our customer service is the best."

WTF

can;t buy anything been trying for four hours and I can't order this. Guess if no one gets an extra I can buy this will be the first box set I buy from scalpers on EBAY. In the cart keeps getting booted, confirmed order then freeze and boot.

Arrrghhh. Hippie business. Learn it. Live it. Love it.

I'm gonna flip-out if I miss out on this thing because of this website being crashed. Like, Wile Coyote losing it after too many failed ACME plans kind of flip-out. Got a email for a Phish '93 box today too, and comparing the prices of these in physical CDs reflects poorly on Dead mgmt. Way over $10 per disc is too too much nowadays for CDs. (Not that it will stop me, natch.)

Arrrghhh. Hippie business. Learn it. Live it. Love it.

LICORICE FOR SALE

GETCHA LICORICE HEAH

Help us, ancient Dead Gods

I get it in the card then constantly trigger a 403 Admin error when I try to proceed to checkout or update. Jerry, Keith, Pig, Brent, Vince,-they're all up there laughing at us, I can feel it. Stop laughing, this is serious!!!

Did I order or didn't I?

I managed to get the whole order filled out finally and submitted -- then "403 Forbidden". But I got that message many times before -- and ended up with 6 copies in my cart when I finally got to the cart! After many tries I reduced my cart to 1 copy. But now I have no idea whether my order was placed or not. They should have foreseen this!!

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