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May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

WHAT'S INSIDE:
Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
Four folios housed in a slipcase
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
50-page book of liners and photographs
Sourced from the Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings, transferred by Plangent Processes
Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
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.

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 Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings 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.

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February 21, 2017 - 5:08am

#3931

Oroboros

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I was involved in family health issue all weekend, so I missed

this release. But then I rationalized this must the powers of the universe telling me I had enough Dead in my collection, possibly similar to what others have posted. Then I told myself I was sad as I would not be able to have this pristine sound from those great shows. Of course I am constitutionally incapable of making a long story short, but here is my take. I welcome the 'music only' opportunity. I also echo SpaceBrother, Antonjo (and others) that a 'no frills' music only (even download, maybe I could get my sons to help me with that) version of that 1969 box set would be very welcome for those of us who did not jump on that opportunity. I recognize others do not agree with this and view this approach as reducing the 'worth' of their collections. Once upon a time, some of us recorded the Deads shows. One of my best 'pulls' was from the Dead's original Red Rocks jaunt in 1978 (now available here). Many of you already had the audience tape that I provided of those shows, prior to the official versions release. I shared those with all who wanted them. Some tapers would not share the best or finest from their collections. There were even tapers who would place a 'pause' within a critical part of a song to imprint their 'mark' on that Dead show they were sending out to others. Controlling the music or 'marking my territory' is not part of what I wanted to participate in. As we Deadheads do, we can disagree, bicker, ask for more, argue on the best era, line up, show, tour, etc. But from where I sit, I believe what Jerry said regarding the music (and I am paraphrasing here) "we played it, we are done with it". They were fine with the taping, their music 'model' had the music industry shaking their heads, and now look at how much live music is recorded and shared. And you don't even have to mail the tapes to someone else! ;o) I am thankful for another bite at the musical apple. And not at double the price from Ebay. Sure I wish all the bells and whistles were included, but since I can get upgrades on these shows, despite being awol from Deadnet over the weekend, I really have no complaints and appreciate this added chance to get the upgrade. And I will be forever grateful for the help of all who have provided access to the aural record of this transportive band of hooligans (including tapers, many kind persons on this site, etc.). "every time that wheel goes round, bound to cover just a little more groud..." you know the rest. Teachers open the door, but you have to enter by yourself.
February 21, 2017 - 4:20am

#3932

FloridaBobalooToo

Joined:
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KeithFan2112

Thanks brother........
February 21, 2017 - 3:45am

#3933

Oxford 88

Joined:
April 28, 2012

Undershot

This one is on the bean counters... They knew the demand was double that of any other box they have released (I don't recall any previous releases of more than 7500-maybe the Spring 90 sets) They blew it wicked bad. Obviously, the selected shows and nearly three decades of hype brought this all to a fine froth. For me, the size and price of the box is a big factor. I didn't go for the steamer trunk due to the size and cost. I did purchase TATS, but I am not really digging the whole thing it is too much to digest and doesn't fit on a shelf. 3-5 show boxes hit a sweet spot for me. What did they know and when did they know it? I don't think they called an emergency meeting yesterday morning to hastily pull together the All Music package. The model already existed with E72. It would be really interesting to know how many All Music E72's have sold as well as the individual shows from the run.(Am I correct in remembering that both E72's were priced the same?) When this box went haywire on Thursday, the framework was already built for releasing more music. I don't have a problem with this-the more the merrier. I got caught up in Thursday's sausage grind and eventually got a confirmation on early Friday morning. I camped for plenty of concert tickets only to have additional shows added. Was I pissed at the band for meeting demand? Was I pissed at the people who walked into the record store and scooped up tickets without any hassle? For those who are pissed about paying a little more for a little less (but the music is still all there) I look at it like an early subscription with free shipping or a bonus disc, etc. Early buyers are getting a book and groovier packaging. Big deal. Spread this set of shows far and wide! Let the Dew cry out from every mountaintop! And of course, eat more ice cream!
February 21, 2017 - 1:40am

#3934

Kjohnduff1

Joined:
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Downloads of past releases

I agree with Antonjo I wish that they would at least release download versions of past sets like FW69. I made the mistake of pausing on that one at the time. Since I only really care about the music, I would have gladly paid for a download. A very kind person burned the whole set for me but I would have bought it from GDM. They have it sitting there all remastered and ready to go. I don't think that collectors would be upset at all about a download reissue. I don't get that one...
February 21, 2017 - 1:02am

#3935

SPACEBROTHER

Joined:
June 4, 2007

The Monetary Value Paradigm

It is and always should be about the music. I will never understand those who would hope and/or want to deny others from the opportunity to acquire this music in order to maximize the resale value of their own purchase.
February 21, 2017 - 12:41am

#3936

mhammond12

Joined:
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But...

...listen to the music play"
February 21, 2017 - 12:37am

#3937

mhammond12

Joined:
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But...

You say the value of the limited numbered collectible version took a hit when the umlimited unnumbered version was announced, but you also say the collector shopping for this will insist on a numbered item. Not sure that adds up.
February 20, 2017 - 11:28pm

#3938

KeithFan2112

Joined:
August 6, 2014

What It Is

After reading the posts and having a personal Ebay experience, I think I understand why this All Music Edition has some people pissed off. I wasn't around for Dave's Picks until 2015. In my scramble to backfill my collection, I ended up with two copies of DaP 1, aka "Hokey Religions & Ancient Weapons". I sold one on Ebay, and was met with a furious response from the buyer who demanded a refund, stating that the CD set was "not as advertised" Why? Because it wasn't a numbered copy. Everything else looked and was manufactured the same as every other copy, just no number. Apparently these numbers are important to some folks, I gathered, because it makes their set a "Collectible". So I assume anyone who just bought a numbered copy of the Cornell box set (or several), just felt they lost future value in their own personal CD set(s). I believe they feel Rhino just worked both sides of the street, after advertising the set as their typical limited edition release, then turning around in 3 days and watering down the value of the limited edition by basically re-releasing an unlimited amount more. Whether you bought 1 copy for yourself, or 20 for resale purposes, your investment just lost equity. And here's the kicker for those who are really interested in the "collectible" value - this All Music Edition was completely planned. It's being framed like an oh gee, we didnt anticipate the demand, but who wouldnt anticipate 15K easily sold for these particular shows, and when has Rhino ever responded this quickly and decisively with a plan as they did with this All Music Edition? It was literally ready to go as soon as the 15K sold out - it was planned. So, as someone mentioned, the whole Limited Edition marketing schema IS a sales device to not only get people to buy quickly, but to make them feel they bought something MORE than the music (which they have been in every other Limited Edition product thus far, except E72 - but there are big differences there); the Limited Edition / numbered copy marketing schema is an unstated, assumed promise to the buyer, that they are investing in a Collectible that will apprecite over time. To some extent, Warner has devalued the original 15K, for casual Collectors and resellers alike. I think there will be backlash from the resellers. I think they may have just double crossed a large portion of the market. Or maybe not, what do I know - I have a psychology degree and a job as a software engineer (not to mention a PhD in E72). Personally, I paid a lot of money for my Dead collection, so I am not interested in seeing anything reissued or published as an All Music Edition - I would like it to maintain its worth, and maybe appreciate some. I'm not complaining about what I paid, because after all, I'm the moron who didn't buy FW 1969 Complete box set, on the grounds that I didn't need multiple versions of the same songs, when the best of the set was being released on a 3 disc compilation. What a maroon! FloridaBobaloo - I gotta say - I don't recall you ever being mean spirited.
February 20, 2017 - 10:44pm

#3939

snafu

Joined:
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Favorite Dark Star

Was july 13 1984. Not necessarily because of the music but it was the encore at the Greek and they had a killer vid screen of photos that had just come back from God knows what space flight. It was phenominal
February 20, 2017 - 10:28pm

#3940

FloridaBobalooToo

Joined:
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sticking to my guns

when I resurrected FloridaBobaloo, I pledged NOT to be nasty or say mean things, therefore I won't.Wishing ALL you Heads Happy Listening............

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May 1977: Get Shown The Light (All Music Edition)

WHAT'S INSIDE:
Four Complete Shows on 11 discs
Four folios housed in a slipcase
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
50-page book of liners and photographs
Sourced from the Betty Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings, transferred by Plangent Processes
Mastered in HDCD by Jeffrey Norman
Artwork by Grammy-winning graphic artist Masaki Koike
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.

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 Cantor-Jackson soundboard recordings 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.

First deck of Maxells

My first batch-the stuff that got me hooked for life back in 83-included Paris 74, syracuse 76, 5/2/70, the 9/3/77 FM tape, 5/23/82, some mislabelled 68, and a Dylan gaslight tape. That got the ball rolling, and 34 years later I treasure those as much as any of my DaPs or Dicks.

swing first estimated and terrapin

I mentioned the swing auditorium last night in a post. looks like today is the 40th anniversary of the show. both mickey and jerrys facebook site mention that show today. classic and cool. i listened to the terrapin from jerrys site. what a killer rendition. like to hear the rest of the show in context again someday. i think because they leaked this today might be a future release. hopefully the 3rd in the daves series this year. check it out on jerry or mickeys facebook site.

definitely Maxell

Sorry, TDK. Some early tapes: Greek 7/13/84 & 6/16/85 (2nd sets), Madison 10/11/83 (2nd), 4/08/85 (1st set), Merriweather 6/21/83 (1st) & 6/27/84 (2nd), Cuyahoga Falls 6/29/84 (1st), Augusta 10/12/84 (2nd), and some 70s, Dane County 2/15/73 (2nd), Palo Alto 2/09/73 (2nd), one of the Fillmore '71 sets with Second That Emotion & "Lied and Cheated" ; ), one of the Europe '72 1st sets with Black-Throated & Chinatown Shuffle, Lyceum 5/26/72 (2nd) Then 3/01/69 & 5/08/77 when those soundboards started making the rounds. Horrible quality Wrecking Crew as filler. And, of course, samplings from the latest tour, or the shows we just saw as soon as we could get our hands on the tapes.... The best was coming out of a show and some taper already blasting it in the parking lot.

1977 shows. .

A group of six were fortunate enough to see the last three shows in the box set. The Buffalo show was a 'lets go' after the Cornell show. Mother's Day weekend, it snowed in Ithaca Saturday night. I recall Phil taking over the Buffalo show. It was a great week, but their were others that year. Albuquerque in October, Englishtown in Septemnber, William and Mary, and breakfast at Winterland on NYE. There certainly were others to remember, but those come quickly to mind. I would like to mention May 1980, at RecHall, Penn State. A show I never felt got enough credit.

First tapes

Actually, because I got bitten by the Deadbug late, my first tapes were CDRs. It was a Blanks and Postage from a kind soul who knew just how to get me into it: I said, pick whatever you think is best. I sent him some Mitsui Silvers and he sent back: 2/26/77 5/4/77 11/17/73 That sure did it! Happy Swing Day everyone. Also 2/26 is my birthday, whaddya know.

Appalling service from Rhino Warners GDM

Well that has been fun. Trying to buy this set from Australia. After nearly four hours to get a confirmed order, my order gets cancelled with the advice coming in a very dodgy email that looked like spam and didn't even contain the order information. The email advised that the credit card wasn't accepted but my bank at this end told me that there had been two attempts for slightly different amounts which were okay at this end but failed at the vendor end.My guess is that the ordering stuff up caused too many to be confirmed and some just had to be bounced rather than admit they rigged it up. No reply as yet to my enquiry so we will see what we will see. Some other purchasers from this part of the world have their order still processing. It is also a bit rude to take the money about 3 months before shipping.

@nestamon - Filler

nestamon sez:Jerry and Phil sitting on a park bench as old men getting stoned reminiscing 'bout their old band and the days at the Filmore/Pigpen etc. That's the Congress of Wonders' "Pigeon Park". link: http://www.thecongressofwonders.com/ See #18 in playlist at top.

Kind of late in the day to post this, but...

First show of 77 today, 2/26. Me and my buddy decided last year that we would try to play This Day in History for every 77 show this year--it being the 40th anniv and all. The new box set is icing for that.Anybody else want in on this action? Happy to have a place to talk about it, too

Same here

I too am taking this task of listening to every 1977 show on the day it was performed throughout the whole year for the 40th anniversary. I did the same for the Europe 72 tour back in 2012 and it was awesome! Also the spring 1990 tour back in 2015 for the 25th anniversary. Looking forward it! Today was a great! Only 2 shows I'm missing from the soundboard are 4/25 and 6/4. Have everything else. Good luck and play them LOUD!!!!

77

Great to hear you're also playing 77 through the year. Archive had a soundboard of 4/25, too.Today's show was real solid--not only the different first Terrapin, but Slipknot is super good, as is Sugaree.

Internet Archive

I was just listening on the archives, there were like 20 versions of Barton Hall, Hunter Seamons does a great matrix but I still like the Betty version, it is the oldest and does not have a lot of post production , but I still like her version best. Can't wait to hear the finished set.

guit30

You obviously have an ear for quality.

order disappears?

WTF. I just noticed my bank account was $145.97 heavier than it was a week ago. No sign of credits in history but Dead/Rhino charges and Warner authorization are gone. Checked Dead net and no order in My account? I have the printed order confirmation in my hand. Can I get an explanation? Will I be charged again when it ships? Did you guys cancel the order and it is not shipping in May. What Gives? Seems sketchy.

Re: order disappears

I think they put a hold on your cash to make sure that you are good for it. They then charge you for real around the ship date.

Much Thanks Insect_Fear!!

So it is The Congress of Wonders doing Pigeon Park! Crisp and clear. Thank You. I will check out the rest of their work as I've never heard of them and have always been a fan of comic history. The internet never ceases to amaze. It is a great time to be an old Deadhead. Brings me right back to 1978. If I can only find my old favorite T-shirt (RX for Lemmon 714) and my joint holding Hendrix smoking stone, I'm set. YEAH I know -Ebay

St. Stephen, the comeback years

Maybe Dr. Dave can locate and serve up a near-definitive version, which I think might be Eugene 1/22/78. The narcoleptic non-agile shuffle beat into which the Dead sank in '76 took all kick and piss out of an awesome folk-punk tune.

danc , "St. Stephen"

would be a treat if anyone of these came thru in 2017 10.29.77 ~ high power ~ Phil Zone 1.22.78 , as you mention 12.30.78 , if ya got it ? honorable mention for 11.6.77 and the sweet spot of June 1976, which has too much to mention

Credit Card Charged

my card was actually charged today (which is fine, rather have it over and done with than have the holds/disappearing holds) ... but apparently they're not waiting for the Ship Date have others been charged?

My Bad

4/25/77 was released on 30 Trips, I meant 4/29/77. Dave stated that now only 2 shows master tapes from 1977 are missing from the vault, 6/4/77 and he didn't mention the second one, but I suspect it is 4/29/77.

First Tape - 8 Track

I actually think my first tape was an 8-Track. I used to tape shows off WNEW-FM 102.7. I am sure one of the first was 9-3-77 Englishtown that was broadcast on air. Also remember having 8-13-75 on 8 Track. After that brief flirtation with 8-tracks, I went to TDK and Maxells.

Waiting for a miracle !!!.

I arrived too late at the dinner table to grab myself a slice of May '77's new box set. I'd be very surprised, given all of the chaos linked to ordering this gem if somebody didn't end up with an extra copy that they would be willing to sell on. If anyone ends up with a spare, please e-mail me at ianvee221261@gmail.com and we'll sort something out. I will make it worthwhile for any interested party by paying more than the amount they initially shelled out as a major thank you. Cheers and here's hoping..... Ian.

My first deck of Maxells

I think mine included 8/13/75 "Make Believe Ballroom", 5/16/80, 5/11/80 11/24/78, 9/3/77, 12/5/71, 10/27/79. Lotsa east coast FM broadcasts... And of course E'72 and Dead Set/Reckoning

Speaking of "Waiting for a Miracle"

In about a week-and-a-half, Garcia Live Vol gets released. I was at that show and can attest to it being a "must have". The Grateful Dead might take you on a journey, but at this show, Jerry will take you to church. The First Church of Jerry.

and then....

Customer service said this morning that they check and charge to see if you have the $ in account, then give it back and will charge account when it ships in May. They said the order is still active even though I cannot see it? We will see?

10/29/77

This one graces alot of best-o'-the-year lists, but it's never knocked me out. A solid show, really well-played throughout, no glaring caveats...but doesn't leave me shouting to the rooftops. highlights ~ Might As Well/Jack Straw double opener, monster Let It Grow, nice uninterrupted Stephen with a big buildup jam, the newly-revived Black Peter Maybe I need to hear it again, it's been a long while.

or 10/27/79

Cape Cod 79 is such a good show too, even though I've had 77 on the brain lately http://gratefulseconds.blogspot.com/2017/02/cape-cod-october-27-best-sh…

4/29/77 is in the vault

Look at the number of soundboard songs released from this show (I count six in download series #1 and 30 trips releases) http://gratefulseconds.blogspot.com/2017/02/opening-night-at-palladium-…

@SpaceBro - looking forward to the upcoming JGB release

I am so looking forward to this release. Stoked for a Reuben and Cherise - only version I have on CD is from a Robert Hunter live cd. And super psyched for this holy grail release too. Loving DaP21 as well - and taking a cue from nitecat on the other thread and going to do a little E72, 30 Trips and July 78 simultaneous adventure. Finishing up TTATS 1991, so got my Dark Star of the day homework assignment complete!

@Antonjo 10/29/77

Give it another try! I've always considered it the best show of 77.The St Stephen buildup is the closest to the early Stephens, imo. Better than 5/8 which skips over the jam. Check out the Estimated -> Eyes, a classic.

Pigeon Park

It was by the Congress of Wonders. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O53xUPqE4jw

Re: frampton

Can't believe you found that.

BANKS AND CARDS

Watch out folks, I have a Capital One card and my order has been recharged again 10 days after the original buy date. It fell off and then came back. So check your stuff. I was able to the get 85 dollars on my card tonight. That I had spent expecting to be re-billed close to the month of May. So my order is safe. WELL MY ORDER POSTED ON MY CREDIT CARD SO IT LOOKS LIKE THEY ARE GOING AFTER THEIR MONEY NOW. It is no longer pending although it pended twice before posting. Once posted it is done. If something changes I will update.

finding the Congress of Wonders

I even have the record, have done for over 40 years. Getting a little too close to home . . .

PayPal

I used PayPal for payment I used the same amexSERVE card I've been using for the last few years for ALL mail order purchases. I preordered the box set on Sunday about 8 hours before it sold out and it appears the money was taken once & never put back so I'm assuming that if you use PayPal as a form of payment it's a one and done deal, you pay once and that's it, I used PayPal for the Daves Picks subscription and it worked well so I'll use it anytime dead.net uses it as an alternative form of payment. DP23 why not 5/18/77!!! Why not with that '77 vibe.

charged for real

my cornell box charge was 'pending' since day 1. this morning the charge is now finally 'posted' real in my account. just an FYI....and my order says 'processing' when i log into the 'order status' in the upper right hand corner.

Charge

It looks like my card was finally charged. Showed up as "pending" twice (for a little while I had two "pending" charges) but it looks like it posted. Looks like it posted for a few people. Order shows as "processing" at Rhino.

Me 3.

My card was formally charged this morning. No more pending charge. All other charges have fallen off in the past and then shown up when the release was mailed but I guess they decided to change that. Oh well more '77 listening for me, heading over to 10/29/77 for the second set today. Thanks for the reminder about how fantastic this show is. New soundboard lineage matrix copy up as of December 2016 as well with only 637 listens.

Charge, not a charge

I saw all the concerning posts about cancelled boxes, and called customer service this morning, after seeing the pending charge again in my bank account. They told me: For all orders, we place a hold on your credit card for the amount of the item or order to make sure that funds are available. These can look like multiple transactions, and most banks require that these holds be released every seven days, so each week until the release date of your item, we release this hold and place a new one. These are not charges as they are not deducted from your account balance - you will only be fully charged once your item ships. Please note that sometimes it make take an extra day for the hold to be released, so the holds may overlap. Hope this helps! Cheers, So, these are still holds, not an actual charge. I asked the representative in my phone call if they could just charge me now, and told her of my concerns, and that was my emailed response. I really would rather they just charge me for it right now and be done with it, as I have the funds now, and can't peer into the future and know I won't be hospitalized or something before May 5.

Charges

My order charge has posted on my card not pending. I have never seen a posted charge go backwards only pending. So I am sure my order is done. I will know for sure in a week or two.

Any catch this?

Don't know if anyone caught this report from the Dead Caucus on Jesse Jarnow's Twitter feed. dead caucus listening session begins with @davidgans dropping garcia's unheard "eyes of the world" demo, garcia on guitar/keys/drum machine. https://twitter.com/bourgwick/status/832997133955403777 demo via unmarked reel recently discovered by mountain girl containing sketches for the '73 songs, release hopefully TBD. pretty magical. https://twitter.com/bourgwick/status/832997621790711808 and now the quite realized demo for "here comes sunshine", featuring tons of overdubs, garcia jamming with himself on multiple instruments. https://twitter.com/bourgwick/status/832999696809418753 Sounds amazing!

Re: Charges

My charge showed the exact same way last week, as it did today, and the email I got specifically states that they will be placing these holds on a weekly basis. I wouldn't put my hopes into the completed order basket just yet. Perhaps if we all bitch and complain enough, they will actually process our cards, and we can all go back breathing regularly, and not worrying about whether our box will come the first week of May.

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two months now to wait

Limited Set orders and charges

Just an fyi to the people here, I had my temp/pending charge drop off last Thursday and a permanent charge show up yesterday in my posted transactions. Glad they did so I can put this charge in the past and just wait for the box set to arrive. I know this is not how their sales have been handled in the past, and be wary of the faq's since they have changed to warner bros, which may be irrelevant because rhino handled most of these preorders directly due to the site crashing. not trying to dash anybodys hopes of grabbing a limited edition set from a guy/gal who has an order canceled due to insufficient funds. Just reporting my experience.

Ba-da-da-dum-da-do...

...CHARGE!!! :) Peace

Re: Charged

Me too. Glad to see it come through and confirm my purchase. I don't fully understand what all the hubbub was about, but I see it as an unfortunate side-effect of the change from Music Today to Rhino. In the long run, it could be a good thing, hope all that ordered get the numbered box they asked for.

Waiting For Downloads

Nobody has mentioned downloads. That's what I'm really waiting for. It really saves space. And money. I have no problem keeping this stuff digitally.

Perfect Release

Hey folks! So glad this box is finally a reality and super happy that I got my order in while it was still limited. This plus Dave's 22 are going to have me happy as crap for a while. All those other '77 shows being talked about down the thread... I think 2/26/77 would be a nice official release sometime in the near future. Other than that, maybe some more of those fall shows. But I'll always take ANY Spring '77 they want to put out.

1977

I've perused this board for awhile but am only recently chiming in. I was born in '77 so obviously never got to see them that year but I certainly do have an affinity for that year in GD history. Perhaps more than any other. I think for me the reason is bc I was raised on "arena rock" and embarrassing as it may sound I have that in my blood and so I love the BIG FAT GD sound of '77 and the Rock of Sampson, Minglewood, Half-Step, etc, the great return of St. Stephen and the amazing Scarlet>Fires and Not Fade Aways! (among every other song) Two questions for everyone on this rainy Wednesday: What is your favorite show from '77? I hear many folks say that Cornell is NOT their favorite. What is your favorite SONG performance from '77? Thanks and cheers~

Downloads coming...

This is what it says about downloads: "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." This info can be found here: http://www.dead.net/store/1970s/may-1977-get-shown-light-box?cmpid=dn/2…

@cbgd21

Those are great questions and not easy to answer. Regarding favorite show of 77, it depends, I love the trifecta of 7/7,8,9/77, 3 shows back to back played exceptionally well. I prefer the 7/9 and 7/7 performances over Ithaca, just my opinion....all were amazing. For favorite performance of a song, NFA jam from 9/3/77 is my go to....it's long, it's trippy, it rocks, but the Sugaree from Atlanta 5/19/77 is memorable as well...hell, I can't think of a bad 1977 show....

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