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Labor Day Vibes: Grateful Dead, George Thorogood, and More

A special Labor Day edition featuring a recap of significant events in the music world, particularly focusing on the Grateful Dead's September 2, 1988, concert at the Capitol Center in Landover, Maryland. Larry Mishkin reminisces about the band's history, including the song "Hell in a Bucket," its significance, and its evolution in the Grateful Dead's lineup. There's a detailed discussion about the song "Dire Wolf," including its origins, inspirations, and its role in the band's performances.

The episode also features a tribute to Steve Silverman, a renowned science writer and Grateful Dead enthusiast who recently passed away. Silverman was celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of autism and his deep connection to the Grateful Dead community. The tribute highlights his life, his work, and his impact on both the music and science communities.

Larry shares reviews of the recent George Thorogood and Journeyman Tribute the Eric Clapton 

https://www.georgethorogood.com/

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https://journeymantribute.com/

Grateful Dead

September 2, 1988 (36 years ago)

Capital Center

Landover, MD

Grateful Dead Live at Capital Centre on 1988-09-02 : Free Borrow & Streaming : Internet Archive

I hope everyone is having a great Labor Day weekend.

Night one of a four night run at the Cap Center to kick off 1988 East Coast Fall Tour (played Friday and Saturday, 2 and 3 and Monday and Tuesday 5 and 6).  Took a night off for my wedding on Sunday 4th.  Saturday night show was my rehearsal dinner and they played second encore, final electric Ripple and final Grateful Dead Ripple.  Memorable weekend for all (except for my east coast deadhead buddies at the wedding who were bummed to have missed the Ripple.

INTRO:                                 Hell in a Bucket

                                                Track #2

                                                0:00 – 1:34

David Dodd:  The Bob Weir / John Barlow / Brent Mydland song “Hell in a Bucket” directly references the biker scene, and I’m sure that somehow Barlow just wanted to put that element into the band’s repertoire somehow. After all, there are plenty of outlaw elements sprinkled through the band’s songs.

In the case of this song, though, the singer/narrator seems to be wishing a sorry fate on his erstwhile main squeeze, with the argument being that once she has a biker charging up and down her halls on his chopper, she’ll realize that the narrator was really pretty good, at least by contrast.

“Hell in a Bucket” appeared on In the Dark, released in July 1987.  The song frequently featured as the show opener over the course of the next two-plus decades, although it wasn’t used in that role until about a year after its first performance. 

Played:  217 times

First:  May 13, 1983 at William Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, Berkeley, CA, USA

Last:  June 30, 1995 at Three Rivers Stadium, Pittsburgh, PA

SHOW No. 1:                    Dire Wolf

                                                Track #5

                                                2:00 – 3:24

"Dire Wolf" is a ballad by the Grateful Dead, released as the third track on their 1970 album Workingman's Dead. The lyrics were written by Robert Hunter after watching a film adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. The music, containing elements of country and folk music, was composed by Jerry Garcia on the same day. The song tells the story of a man who plays cards with a "dire wolf" on a cold winter's night in "Fennario"; the lyrics have been variously interpreted. The piece became a staple of the Grateful Dead's performances, and was played more than two hundred times between 1969 and 1995.

A few months before the release of their album Aoxomoxoa in 1969, Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter and his then-partner Christie Bourne began sharing a house with the band's guitarist Jerry Garcia, his wife, and his step-daughter. Living in close proximity gave an impetus to their collaborative song-writing: Hunter and Garcia wrote every song on Aoxomoxoa.[2] Some time later, Hunter and Carolyn Garcia spent an evening watching a film adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. According to Grateful Dead historian Dennis McNally, Carolyn later remarked that the hound was a "dire wolf".[3] However, according to Hunter himself, as quoted in the Annotated Grateful Dead Lyrics, he and Garcia were speculating about the identity of the hound in the story, and came up with the idea that it may have been a dire wolf.[4] Hunter wrote the lyrics the next morning, based on images that the phrase conjured for him, and Garcia wrote the music to them later that day.[3][4]

The location named "Fennario" appears in the folk song "The Bonnie Lass o' Fyvie", including in the Grateful Dead's version of that song. It refers to a fictional location; a friend of the band members commented in an interview that it was the perfect name for a generic place, because it was evocative, and had four syllables.[4] In contrast, music writer Buzz Poole speculated that the name may be derived from Fenrir, a mythical Nordic wolf who was chained up by the gods.[6] The phrase "don't murder me", repeated in the chorus, was a reference by Garcia to his experiences driving around the San Francisco Bay Area at the time that the Zodiac Killer was active.[4]

The song became a staple of the Grateful Dead's live performances; the electric version of the song was typically featured on the band's first set.[4][7] According to The Grateful Dead's 100 Essential Songs, "Dire Wolf" was played 226 times between 1969 and 1995, and was played every year, except for 1975. Sixty-three of these performances were in the first two years after the song was written. In later years, the acoustic version of the piece became more common.[7] The structure and pace of the song did not change much over the years. It was sung most often by Garcia, although an early version featured Bob Weir on vocals, with Garcia playing the pedal steel guitar instead.[7] An AllMusic review of this version praised Garcia's "sweet" guitar playing as a "great feature" of the song.[5] Its lyrics have led to it being described as an essential Grateful Dead song by commentators.[7]

Played:  229 times

First:  June 7, 1969 at Fillmore West, San Francisco, CA, USA

Last:  June 7, 1969 at Fillmore West, San Francisco, CA, USA

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SHOW No. 2:                    Althea

                                                Track #7

                                                3:10 – 4:53

When the Grateful Dead released “Althea” on their 1980 album Go to Heaven, it quickly became a favorite among fans. Robert Hunter, the Dead’s legendary lyricist, was known for embedding multiple layers of meaning in his lyrics. “Althea” is no exception. Jerry Garcia’s soulful voice brings Hunter’s words to life, but it’s the lyrics that leave listeners pondering.

The name “Althea” itself is rooted in Greek mythology. Althea was the Queen of Calydon, whose actions led to her son’s death, reflecting themes of fate and consequence. While the song doesn’t explicitly connect to this myth, the allusion to “your fire” might be a subtle nod to Althea’s tragic tale.

“Althea” was performed live by the Grateful Dead 273 times, making it a staple in their repertoire. Despite McNally’s belief that the band overplayed it in the early ’80s, fans cherished its live renditions. The song’s adaptability and depth allowed it to grow with the listeners, much like a trusted pair of pants with a sturdy elastic waistband.

Played:  273 times

First:  August 4, 1979 at Oakland Civic Auditorium, Oakland, CA, USA

Last:  July 8, 1995 at Soldier Field, Chicago

SHOW No. 3:                    Scarlet Begonias

                                                Track #10

                                                0:00 – 2:02

Garcia/Hunter

From The Mars Hotel (July 24, 1974)

The group first performed the song live on March 23, 1974, at the Cow Palace in Daly City, California.[1] When "Fire on the Mountain" was incorporated into the band's repertoire in 1977, "Scarlet Begonias" would often be paired with it when played live, resulting in what would be nicknamed "Scarlet > Fire" with the first iteration of this iconic pairing on Friday, March 18th, 1977 at Winterland in S.F.   Interestingly, they played the combo to close the first set.  Almost always a second set opener, once saw them open a show with it.

Had to play this because the opening is so special – sends a message to the Deadheads that good things lay ahead, best second set opener in their arsenal.  Nothing like the reaction when you hear the first few notes.  “Scarlet, into Fire, a great 25 minutes of grooving music and wonderful for “mind exercises” you may be experiencing at that time.

Played:  317  (Fire played 254 times)

First:  March 23, 1974 at Cow Palace, Daly City, CA, USA

Last: June 2, 1995 at Deer Creek, Noblesville, IN

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SHOW No. 4:                    All Along The Watchtower

                                                Track #17

                                                1:50 – 3:53

Bob Dylan

John Wesley Harding

"All Along the Watchtower" is a song by American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan from his eighth studio album, John Wesley Harding (1967). The song was written by Dylan and produced by Bob Johnston. The song's lyrics, which in its original version contain twelve lines, feature a conversation between a joker and a thief. The song has been subject to various interpretations; some reviewers have noted that it echoes lines in the Book of Isaiah, Chapter 21, verses 5–9. Dylan has released several different live performances, and versions of the song are included on some of his subsequent greatest hits compilations.

Covered by numerous artists, "All Along the Watchtower" is strongly identified with the interpretation Jimi Hendrix recorded with the Jimi Hendrix Experience for their third studio album, Electric Ladyland (1968). The Hendrix version, released six months after Dylan's original recording, became a Top 20 single in 1968, received a Grammy Hall of Fame award in 2001, and was ranked 48th in Rolling Stone magazine's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time in 2004 (40th in the 2021 version). Dylan first played the song live in concert on the Bob Dylan and the Band 1974 Tour, his first tour since 1966. His live performances have been influenced by Hendrix's cover, to the extent that they have been called covers of a cover. Dylan has performed the song live more than any of his other ones, with over 2,250 recitals.

Hendrix was a known Dylan fan. He even once cleared a dance floor by demanding that "Blowin in the Wind" be played in a New York club. In a 1967 interview, Hendrix described Dylan's influence on his own songwriting. "I could never write the kind of words he does," Hendrix said. "But he's helped me out in trying to write two or three words 'cause I've got a thousand songs that will never be finished. I just lie around and write about two or three words, but now I have a little more confidence in trying to finish one."

Hendrix acquired a copy of John Wesley Harding before the album's official release and instantly knew he had to cover one of the tracks. Initially, he was planning to record "I Dreamed I Saw St. Augustine," but after further consideration he chose "All Along the Watchtower." Hendrix claimed he had a natural gravitation toward the track. "The songs Dylan usually gave me are so close to me that I feel like I wrote them myself," he added. "With 'Along the Watchtower' I had that feeling." Less than two months after Dylan recorded the original, Hendrix was in the studio laying down his version.

John Wesley Harding was Dylan's return to his acoustic roots after his motorcycle accident. But rather than bring back the topical lyrics about civil rights and the Vietnam War, he continued the evocative, surreal images that made his previous three records -- Bringing It All Back Home, Highway 61 Revisited and Blonde on Blonde -- so groundbreaking, adding biblical imagery that foreshadowed his born-again phase more than a decade later.

Dead started playing it while touring with Dylan in the summer of 1987.  Not necessarily their greatest tour, and Dylan was not sharp on a night by night basis, but when they got to this tune, the crowd really responded.  So after the tour ended, the Dead just kept it in their repertoire and played it until their end.

Played:  118

First:  June 20, 1987 at William Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, Berkeley, CA, USA

Last:  June 22, 1995 at Knickerbocker Arena, Albany, NY, USA

OUTRO:                               Black Muddy River

                                                Track #20

                                                4:15 – 6:34

Garcia/Hunter

From:  In The Dark (1987)

Black Muddy River was a song that was a pretty decent “new” song for a while.  Almost always played as an encore, it was a fan favorite in the Twin Cities, St. Louis, Memphis and New Orleans, all situated on or near the Mississippi River.  Sometimes they would play it in those cities and sometimes they would wait to play it until they were in the middle of nowhere with no river around for miles and miles.  Towards the end, Jerry seemed to lose his enthusiasm for it so, for example, when he rose to the occasion at the last show on July 9, 1995 and belted out a So Many Roads for the ages, his Black Muddy River encore left a lot to be desired.  So much so that, as the story goes, Phil decided they could not end the summer tour on such a low note so he pushed in a Box of Rain making that song the last one ever played in concert by the band and a much nicer farewell than that not very good Black Muddy River would have been.

This one is “young” and strong, Jerry’s voice rings true and you can hear the energy build up inside him as he belts out the final lines of the song.  A song that sent all those at the Cap Center out into the night longing for more without even knowing what awaited them the very next night.  Some were there, some weren’t.  That’s the story of the Dead and touring (like Phish waiting to Dick’s to play Fee!).

Played:  66 times

First:  December 15, 1986 at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena, Oakland, CA, USA

Last:  July 9, 1995 at Soldier Field, Chicago, IL, USA

Shout outs:

                        Wed – my anniversary, and H and Robbin

                        Thurs. – JW’s anniversary with the lovely Allie

                        Bella – birthday on Monday

                        Jackie G. in St. Louis on Sunday

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A Festival Odyssey: Phish, Mondegreens, and Moments with My Son

Larry Mishkin reflects on his recent experience attending the Mondegreen Festival, a Phish festival in Dover, Delaware, with his son and friends. He shares his enthusiasm for the event, highlighting the performances and the significance of certain songs, including "The MoMA Dance" and "NICU," which have deep ties to Phish's history and fan culture. Larry provides a detailed history of Phish festivals, from the Clifford Ball in 1996 to the most recent Mondegreen Festival, noting memorable moments, attendance figures, and unique aspects of each event. The episode also includes a brief discussion on the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado. Larry expresses his excitement about attending the festival with his son and reminisces about the special bond they shared during the event.

MONDEGREEN

Phish

August 15 – 18, 2024

The Woodlands

Dover Delaware

Band’s 11th festival, NOT counting Curveball set for 2018 that was canceled at the last minute due to contaminated water supply due to heavy rains and flooding.

Nine year gap between MagnaBall in March, 2015 and Mondegreen, biggest gap between festivals in band’s history.

INTRO:                                 Moma Dance

                                                Night One, August 15, 2024

                                                First Night, First Set, First Song (into Back On The Train)

                                                Phish @ The Woodlands, Mondegreen Festival, Dover DE 2024-08-15 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

                                                Track #2

                                                2:31 – 4:05

By:  Anastasio/Fishman/Gordon/McConnell/Marshall

Played:

First Played:  6/30/98 in Copenhagen, Denmark

Most recent: August 15, 2024 (Mondegreen)

Current Gap:  3 shows

The title of “Moma” is another example of Phish Phonetics, cleverly transforming the moment ends lyric into a reference to a display of “The Rhombus” at New York City’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

Mondegreen:  are they saying, “The Moma Dance” OR “the Moment Ends”??

SHOW No 1:                     NICU

                                                Night One, August 15, 2024

                                                First Set, 6th song (out of Roggae and into A Wave of Hope)

                                                Phish @ The Woodlands, Mondegreen Festival, Dover DE 2024-08-15 : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive

                                                Track #7

                                                3:00 – 4:56

By:         Anastasio/Marshall

Played 156 times

First Played: 3.6.92 at The Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH

Most Recent:  August 15, 2024 (Mondegreen)

Gap: 3 shows

Has any Phish song had as many names with as many explanations as “NICU”? At its debut in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Trey introduced the song as “In an Intensive Care Unit.” Shortly thereafter, the name was changed to “NICU,” which some considered a play on a line from the backing vocals in the chorus (“and I see you”) and others noted was the abbreviation for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Shortly thereafter, the “controversy” began, as controversy can only begin among rabid Phish fans. Some called the song “And I See You.” Some stuck with the original “In an Intensive Care Unit.” Other interesting theories developed, including one from the Internet where a fan noted that the elements Nickel (NI) and Copper (Cu) are side-by-side on the Periodic Table and that the title “NICU” may thus be a reference to nickels and pennies or, more likely, small change.

Title is a Mondegreen for “And I See You”

Music News (from Mondegreen)

Matthew’s crew:  Matthew, me, Donny, Jake, Dave and Seth

Michigan Crew:  ???

NYC Crew: Max & Jess, Joey and Darby, Darby’s brother, Brad and Sam, Dan the drummer (and?), Dude from Florida and girlfriend (??), Tesh,

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Storm – cut Sunday short

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Driving 12 hours each way

SHOW No. 2:                    I Am Hydrogen > Weekapaug Groove

                                                Night 3, August 17, 2024 – Second set opener traditional Mike’s Groove>Theme From The Bottom

                                                November 11, 2012, MSG, NYNY

                                                Mike’s>Chalk Dust Torture>I Am Hydrogen>Weekapaug

                                                Phish | 12.29.11 | Mike's Song → Chalk Dust Torture → I Am Hydrogen → Weekapaug Groove - YouTube

                                                15:44 – 17.43

I Am Hydrogen

By: Daubert/Marshall/Anastasio

Played: 350 times

First: April 6, 1985 at Finbar’s in Burlington, VT

Most  Recent: August 17, 2024 (Mondegreen Night 3)

Gap: 1 show

The story of “I Am Hydrogen” is a love story. Conceived by Tom Marshall and Marc Daubert around 1984-85 on piano and acoustic guitar, they brought their creation over to Trey’s house, where it was recorded. Trey added a harmony to it on his electric guitar, and the “Hydrogen” we have come to know was born. Initially intended for Tom, Marc, and Trey’s band Bivouac, “Hydrogen” ended up in the Phish lineup and made its debut, all alone, on 4/6/85.  After a few years, it became the connector between Mike’s Song and Weekapaug Groove.

Into

Weekapaug Groove

By:  Anastasio/Fishman/McConnell/Gordon
Played: 523 times

First: 7.23.1988 at Pete's Phabulous Phish Phest in Underhill, VT

Most Recent:  August 17, 2024 (Mondegreen Night 3)

Gap: 1 show

“Weekapaug Groove” takes its name from the town of Weekapaug, located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in southwestern Rhode Island. According to Mike, the song’s lyrics (“Trying to make a woman that you move, sharing in a Weekapaug Groove”) are meaningless. As Mike said in a 9/9/97 interview with Parke Puterbaugh: 

“So we came back to Boston [from Weekapaug, after playing a gig there at a yacht club], and I guess we were in the van or the Voyager we used to drive in, and that song “Oh What a Night” came on the radio. You know that one? That awful Four Seasons song? We just constantly listened to songs and changed around the words as to what they might sound like. I always had a particularly hard time hearing lyrics anyway, so I always would sing a song on the radio, sing along with the wrong words. So the bridge of that song goes ‘Oh I-I-I trying to something,’ but I was singing it, ‘Oh I-I-I trying to make a woman that you move,’ which means nothing, 'sharing in a Weekapaug groove.’ So we all just started singing that, as complete nonsense: ‘trying to make a woman that you move.’ It never occurred to any of us that it had any meaning, ever. There was a period of time that we were singing it, and I used to just yell out the lyrics, between singing them I would just yell them out as if I was preaching them, just to sort of make it more ironic that they have no meaning.”

SHOW No. 3:                    Yamar

                                                Night 4, August 18, 2024 – First set 10th song out of Stash and into Timber

                                                August 17, 1996, Clifford Ball, Plattsburgh AFB, Plattsburgh, NY (1st Phish Festival) into It’s Ice

                                                Phish-Ya Mar-Clifford Ball (youtube.com)

                                                0:13 – 1:45

By:  Cyril Ferguson

                27th November 1951 - Cyril 'Dry Bread' Ferguson was born in Nassau, New Providence, Bahama Islands.

Ferguson was a Bahamian musician and entertainer. He composed songs in the genres of goombay, calypso and Bahamian pop music.

Some of his more popular songs include: Ya Mar, Sunshine On My Body, Bahamian Music and Don't Squeeze The Mango.

Ferguson died of complications related to diabetes on 9th April 2009.

“Ya Mar” resides as a favorite in the hearts of many fans. It represents one of Phish’s few forays into calypso and is among the most playful and danceable songs in the band’s repertoire. And anytime Trey screams for Page to take the reins – “Play it, Leoooooo!” – the crowd is apt to go wild. Page’s nickname actually comes from this line in the original, where The Mustangs urged their own piano man to step into the spotlight. The title seems to reference the slurred interpretation of “your ma,” as the singer recounts the disdain his lover’s family has for him. Phish put their own unique stamp on it by often changing the “no good pa” lyric in the chorus to mimic their own “oh kee pa” phrase. 

Played: 232 times

First: 2.21.1987 at Slade Hall, UV, Burlington, VT

Most Recent:  8.18.2024

Gap: 0 shows

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SHOW No. 4:                    Simple

                                                Night 4, August 18, 2024 – First set second to last song of Izabella and into Golden Age

                                                July 27, 2024, Alpine Valley, East Troy, WI second set out of Sigma Oasis and into The Howling

                                                Phish - 7/27/2024 - Simple (4K HDR) (youtube.com)

                                                0:18 – 1:28

By:         Gordon

Played:  209 times

First:     5.27.1994 at the Warfield Theater in San Francisco

Most Recent:  August 18, 2024 (Mondegreen Night 4)

Gap: 0 shows

"Simple" was first written and recorded by Mike Gordon in a four-track medium in the Doo-wop style and introduced to the band during the studio sessions forHoist. This version reflected the country and bluegrass writing style of many previous Gordon compositions. The song was left off of the albumand the band showed hesitation in performing it live.

Then, on 5/27/94, “Simple” debuted in a very strange and raw fashion during the “Mike’s Song” at the Warfield in San Francisco. In contrast to the song we know today, the debut version of “Simple” was Mike’s original lyrics sung by the band members over a jam that had emerged from “Mike’s.” Three weeks later, “Simple” was played for a second time at the historic 6/17/94 gig, the same night that much of the country was watching the low-speed police chase of O.J. Simpson’s white Ford Bronco through L.A. This version was significantly reworked and sounded much like the “Simple” we are accustomed to hearing today, with the exception of a minor humoristic augmentation providing the line “We’ve got O.J., cause we’ve got a band.”

Mondegreen:  We’ve got a cymbal (simple) cause we’ve got a band

OUTRO:                               Twee Pri

                                                Night 3, August 17, 2024 – Encore out of YEM into end of show

                                                April 20, 2024, The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV Encore out of A Life Beyond the Dream into end of show

                                                Tvidler 202202 11 by Ryan Maguire (youtube.com)

                                                0:00 – end

By:  Anastasio/Fishman/Gordon/McConnell

Played:  321 ties

First:  2.1.1991 at Alumnae Hall, Brown University — Providence, RI

Most Recent: 8.17.2024 Mondegreen Night 3

Gap: 1 show

A "reprise" is a sort of musical afterthought – basically a reintroduction of and variation on the main theme of a piece of music. Thus, “Tweezer Reprise” is a slight variation – a condensation of sorts – of “Tweezer.” As it does on the album A Picture of Nectar, the “Reprise” often follows “Tweezer” in concert, most frequently as an encore song. It is also common as a second set closer following an earlier “Tweezer.” A few times, the “Reprise” has even been spewed out of some long, monster “Tweezer,” serving as the thrilling exclamation point at the end of a raging, set-long sentence (e.g. 5/7/94, 6/22/95).

On occasion, “Tweezer Reprise” has shown up as a surprise in a show where there has been no performance of “Tweezer” proper. Although usually this occurs because the “Reprise” will be referring back to a non-reprised “Tweezer” at the previous night’s show (e.g. 12/30/96’s “Tweezer” was reprised on 12/31/96), the song has been known to appear, albeit rarely, completely free from its Granddaddy counterpart, like on 9/29/99. The most interesting example of this, and perhaps the most unusual “Tweezer Reprise” ever performed, was on 12/8/99, which featured an a cappella version that came out of a “YEM” vocal jam to close the second set. The band later finished off the show with a traditional “Tweezer Reprise” to end the encore. Other interesting versions include 10/27/94 and 10/21/95.

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Remembering Bill Walton: Basketball Star and Grateful Dead Superfan

In this episode of the Deadhead Cannabis Show, Larry Mishkin covers various topics, including a historic Grateful Dead show, personal concert experiences, and music news. Larry starts with a deep dive into the Grateful Dead's June 3, 1976, concert at the Paramount Theater in Portland, Oregon. This show marked the band's return after a year-long hiatus, featuring five new songs and a revived tune from a four-year break. He highlights the opening track, written by Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter, which nostalgically reflects on the band's Festival Express tour, a legendary 1970 train journey across Canada with prominent rock bands.

Larry then discusses the song "Lazy Lightning," introduced at the same 1976 concert. Written by Bobby and John Perry Barlow, it became a fan favorite for its melody and message of living in the moment, though it was retired from the Grateful Dead's repertoire by 1984. He transitions into music news by honoring Doug Ingle of Iron Butterfly, who recently passed away. Larry reminisces about the band's iconic 1968 track "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" and its influence on the late 60s music scene.

The podcast also pays tribute to Bill Walton, the legendary basketball player and devoted Deadhead who passed away at 71. 

Larry shares stories of Walton's deep connection with the Grateful Dead, including his record of attending 869 concerts, significantly more than his total basketball games played. Larry recounts Walton's influence on fellow athletes and his unique presence at Dead shows.

Finally, Larry describes his recent experience at a Dead & Company concert at the Sphere in Las Vegas. He marvels at the venue's immersive visual technology, which enhanced the concert experience, likening it to a planetarium. Despite the advanced visuals sometimes overshadowing the music, Larry enjoyed the performance and the unique atmosphere. He also mentions a mini-exhibition featuring Dave Lemieux's tape collection and the significance of tape trading in Grateful Dead fandom.

In summary, this episode covers a blend of Grateful Dead history, personal concert experiences, tributes to influential music figures, and the latest in concert technology, providing a rich narrative for Deadheads and music enthusiasts alike.

Grateful Dead

June 3, 1976  (48 Years Ago)

Paramount Theater

Portland, OR

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First show back after 1975 year off

Prior show:  Sept. 28, 1975 – last of the four shows in 1975, this show is 9 months later.  Long wait for Deadheads.

Dead did not disappoint with five new songs and a breakout after a 4 year hiatus.

INTRO:                                 Might As Well

                                                Track #1

                                                1:15 – 2:50

“Take that ride again”

                Might as Well” is a song written by Jerry Garcia with lyrics penned by Robert Hunter. Released on Garcia’s 3d solo album, Reflections, in February, 1976.  It’s one of the tracks from Garcia’s solo career, showcasing his musical versatility and unique ability to transform personal experiences into joyful music.  The song takes a nostalgic look back at the Grateful Dead’s time on the Festival Express Tour, a memorable rail trip that brought together prominent artists of the '60s for a raucous, whisky-fueled journey across America.

                Festival Express is the 1970 train tour of the same name across Canada taken by some of North America's most popular rock bands, including Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Band, Buddy Guy, Flying Burrito Bros, Ian & Sylvia's Great Speckled Bird, Mountain and Delaney & Bonnie & Friends.  Later made into a movie

            Festival Express was staged in three Canadian cities: Toronto, Winnipeg, and Calgary (Montreal and Vancouver were also originally scheduled but both dropped)  during the summer of 1970. Rather than flying into each city, the musicians traveled by chartered Canadian National Railwaystrain, in a total of 14 cars (two engines, one diner, five sleepers, two lounge cars, two flat cars, one baggage car, and one staff car).[5] The train journey between cities ultimately became a combination of non-stop jam sessions and partying fueled by alcohol. One highlight of the documentary is a drunken jam session featuring The Band's Rick Danko, the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia and Bob Weir, New Riders of the Purple Sage's John Dawson, as well as Janis Joplin.

            Here, it is played as the show opener.  Ultimately, became more of a first set closer, a popular one along with Deal, another Garcia solo tune.    

                Played 111 times

                First:  June 3, 1976 at Paramount Theatre, Portland, OR, USA  THIS SHOW  19 times that year

              Last:  March 23, 1994 at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale, NY, USA – only time played that year, 6 times in ‘91

SHOW No. 1:                    Lazy Lightning

                                                Track #6

                                                0:00 – 1:46

Written by Bobby and John Perry Barlow, paired with Supplication in concert and released with Supplication as the opening tracks on the album, Kingfish, released in March, 1976.

Lazy Lightning is often interpreted as a metaphorical representation of the pursuit of a carefree and leisurely lifestyle amidst the chaos and hardships of reality. The lyrics depict a whimsical scenario where the protagonist encounters a bolt of lightning that transforms into a woman, symbolizing the allure and transitory nature of fleeting pleasures. The song encourages listeners to embrace the present moment and let go of the rigid expectations and responsibilities that burden their lives. It is a celebration of spontaneity, freedom, and the pursuit of personal bliss.

Lazy Lightning became a fan favorite due to its infectious melody, poetic lyrics, and the sense of liberation it evoked. Grateful Dead fans often resonated with the song’s message of embracing the present moment and shedding societal expectations. It became a rallying cry for those seeking to live life on their own terms, igniting a sense of camaraderie and freedom among concert-goers.

Usually, a late first set number.  Unfortunately, dropped from the repertoire in 1984.  I got to hear it three or four times.  A fun number.

Played:  also played 111 times

First:  June 3, 1976 at Paramount Theatre, Portland, OR, USA  THIS SHOW!!

Last:  October 31, 1984 at Berkeley Community Theatre, Berkeley, CA, USA

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is a song recorded by Iron Butterfly, written by band member Doug Ingle and released on their 1968 album of the same name.

At slightly over 17 minutes, it occupies the entire second side of the album. The lyrics, a love song from the biblical Adam to his mate Eve, are simple and are heard only at the beginning and the end. The middle of the song features a two-and-a-half-minute Ron Bushy drum solo.  Famously featured on a Simpson’s episode when Bart switches the organist’s regular music for this tune and hands out the words to the congregation who sing along.  The older organ player plays the entire organ solo (although they only feature a part of it) and then at the end promptly slumps over at the keyboard.

1. Featured today as a tribute to Doug Ingle, songwriter, keyboard player and vocalist for the song, who passed away on May 24th at the age of 78.  He was the last surviving member of the original band lineup.
2. Bill Walton passed away on last Monday, May 27th at the all too young age of 71.  Couldn’t miss him at the shows, 7 foot redhead dancing away or else up on stage.
3. Dead & Co. at the Sphere, saw the June 1st show.              

SHOW No. 2:                    Supplication

                                                Track #7

                                                2:00 – 3:30

Written by Bobby and John Perry Barlow, paired with Lazy Lightning in concert and released with Lazy Lightning as the opening tracks on the album, Kingfish, released in March, 1976.

The song delves into the universal theme of the human experience, specifically emphasizing the concept of surrender and humility. It explores the idea of surrendering oneself to a higher power, relinquishing control, and embracing the unknown. The lyrics touch upon the vulnerability and humility required to let go and trust in something beyond our comprehension. Supplication encourages listeners to reflect upon their own lives, urging them to question their beliefs, values, and the significance of surrendering to a greater force.

Played:  111 times (a good number for the lottery, keeps coming up), always paired with Lazy Lightning

First:  June 3, 1976 at Paramount Theatre, Portland, OR, USA  THIS SHOW!!

Last:  October 31, 1984 at Berkeley Community Theatre, Berkeley, CA, USA

SHOW No. 3:                    Dancin In the Streets

                                                Track #11

                                                0:00 – 1:42

"Dancing in the Street" is a song written by Marvin Gaye, William Stevenson, and Ivy Jo Hunter. It first became popular in 1964 when recorded by Martha and the Vandellas whose version was released on July 31, 1964 and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for two weeks, behind "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" by Manfred Mann and it also peaked at No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart. It is one of Motown's signature songs and is the group's premier signature song.

A 1966 cover by the Mamas & the Papas was a minor hit on the Hot 100 reaching No. 73. In 1982, the rock group Van Halen took their cover of "Dancing in the Street" to No. 38 on the Hot 100 chart and No. 15 in Canada on the RPM chart. A 1985 duet cover by David Bowie and Mick Jagger charted at No. 1 in the UK and reached No. 7 in the US. The song has been covered by many other artists, including The Kinks, Tages, Black Oak Arkansas, Grateful Dead, Little Richard, Myra and Karen Carpenter.

I saw it as the first night show opener on June 14, 1985 at the Greek Theater as part of the band’s 20 Anniversary celebration.  A really fun concert tune.  The 1970’s versions always had strong Donna support backing up Bobby’s lead vocals.

This show was the first time the band had played the song since Dec. 31, 1971 (203 shows)

Played: 131 times

First:  July 3, 1966 at Fillmore Auditorium, San Francisco, CA, USA

Last:  April 6, 1987 at Brendan Byrne Arena, East Rutherford, NJ, USA

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1. Blake Schneider passed away May 27th at 69.  Legendary cultivator who created the best strain of marijuana I ever smoked.  We just called it Blake weed and put it up against any other strain, anywhere, any time.  Folks would say they had the best weed until I let them smoke some of the Blake weed.  They never failed to concede.  Eccentric, temperamental, hospitable, mentor and good friend.  And self titled “best joint roller in the worlds.”  Was one of my Bulls season ticket partners during the Jordan era.  Every home game began with a pregame at Blake’s loop residences including great wines, gourmet appetizers and snacks, top shelf liquor (on the way out the door we always did our “Go Bulls” shots) and more marijuana than anyone should ever smoke.  With four of us in the room, he would have 3 joints circulating at all times.  With his ever present life partner, Jeanne, an evening at Blakes was as much fun as the actual game itself.  Ran into a problem with the Green County Sheriff, but gave them the finger when the feds took the case over and Blake only had to serve 11 months at a fed minimum risk prison instead of the 20 years that Green County said was a done deal given the number of plants he was growing at his farm house in Argyle, WI.  They were not happy campers when the feds moved in to take over the case due to the value of the property they could sieve and force Blake to buy back from them.  Blake was a true party legend and will be sorely missed by those of us that knew him, loved him and tolerated him.

SHOW No. 4:                    Samson and Delilah

                                                Track #12

                                                0:00 – 1:45

"Samson and Delilah" is a traditional song based on the Biblical tale of Samson and his betrayal by Delilah. Its best known performer is perhaps the Grateful Dead, who first performed the song live in 1976, with Bobby singing lead vocals and in the ‘70’s with Donna joining in. It was frequently played on Sundays due to the biblical reference. Released by the band in 1977 on their album Terrapin Station.

Although Weir learned the song from Reverend Gary Davis, several earlier versions had been recorded under various titles, including "If I Had My Way I'd Tear the Building Down"/"Oh Lord If I Had My Way" by Blind Willie Johnson in 1927.[1] The song has since been performed by a wide variety of artists ranging from Dave van Ronk, Bob Dylan, Charlie Parr, The Staple Singers, Ike and Tina Turner, Clara Ward, Dorothy Love Coates & The Gospel Harmonettes, to Peter, Paul and Mary, The Washington Squares, The Blasters, Willie Watson, Elizabeth Cook, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, and Bruce Springsteen and the Seeger Sessions Band (in Verona, Italy 2006).

Guest star Simon Oakland sings the song with the drovers around a campfire in the Rawhide episode "Incident of the Travellin' Man", aired in season six on October 17, 1963.

A long time favorite tune with a distinctive drummers intro that tipped off the song and got the crowd fired up.

Settled into a set opener, more frequently a second set opener and often played on Sundays due to its biblical reference with Bobby’s “This being Sunday . .” 

Played:  365 times

First:  June 3, 1976 at Paramount Theatre, Portland, OR, USA  THIS SHOW

Last:  July 9, 1995 at Soldier Field

OUTRO:                               The Wheel

                                                Track #22

                                                2:48 – 4:30

                One of their most beloved songs, “The Wheel,” holds a special place in the hearts of fans worldwide. Written by Jerry Garcia, Robert Hunter, and Bill Kreutzmann, this folk-rock anthem has captivated listeners with its enigmatic lyrics and catchy melody. The song’s meaning has been widely debated among enthusiasts, and its cryptic nature has allowed for multiple interpretations.

           “The Wheel” reflects the transient nature of life, offering a philosophical perspective on the cycles we all experience. The lyrics suggest that life is like a wheel, constantly turning and repeating itself. The song evokes a sense of impermanence and reminds us of the cyclical patterns we encounter throughout our existence. This theme resonates strongly with the band’s philosophy and their connection to the spiritual and psychedelic culture of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

                “The Wheel” was released on the Grateful Dead’s album “Garcia” in 1972. 

           “The Wheel” is characterized by its infectious melody and intricate guitar work. The song showcases the Grateful Dead’s ability to seamlessly blend folk, rock, and improvisational elements into a cohesive piece of music.

           Normally, a second set tune, into or out of drums/space although it moved around a bit in the second set.  Here it is the encore which is more of a rarity.

           Played 259 times

           First: June 3, 1976 at Paramount Theatre, Portland, OR, USA  THIS SHOW

            Last:  May 25, 1995 at Memorial Stadium, Seattle, WA

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Grateful Dead, Autzen Stadium in Eugene, OR 8-22-93

  In 1993 Stephen Cripe, a 39-year-old Florida woodworker who spent years building custom interiors for Caribbean yachts, decided to try his hand at making a guitar.   Jerry pronounced the piece "the guitar I've always been waiting for" and began playing the instrument exclusively. It came to be called Lightning Bolt.   Larry Mishkin  and Rob Hunt play clips from the '93 Eugene Oregon show that highlight the guitar including one of the best Jack Straws of all times.  

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Grateful Dead Live at Max Yasgur's Farm on 08-16-1969

 It's hard to believe that it's been 53 years since the Grateful Dead's Woodstock performance.   As iconic as the event was it wasn't one of the band's best shows but fortunately, Larry Mishkin  highlights the most memorable parts.   With Rob Hunt on vacation he has time to review some of the shows he's attended this summer including; Tedeschi Trucks Band, Elvis Costello, and Nick Lowe.

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Still having an impact 27 years later

  Multiple generations of fans throughout the world continue to be inspired by Jerry Garcia.    From sports teams to the Empire State building, Rob Hunt  and Larry Mishkin marvel at the way the world continues to embrace his message.  On the 27th anniversary of his passing, they pay tribute to the iconic guitarist, singer and songwriter with clips from many of his most memorable performances.   

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Jerry Garcia Band, Irvine Meadows Amphitheater, 08-01-1992

  It's hard to believe that Jerry Garcia would be 80 years old today.    Rob Hunt  and Larry Mishkin pay tribute to the rock legend by reliving the JGB concert on his 50th birthday.   They play a series of clips from the concert including one featuring the crowd singing Shinning Star.

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How many Grateful Dead songs featured gambling references?

Investing is often referred to as "legalized gambling" so who better to talk cannabis investing and the Grateful Dead than CNBC Fast Money host Tim Seymour.  He joins his former Scarsdale neighbor  Rob Hunt  and Co-Host Larry Mishkin to share stories of the Grateful Dead and other artists.  As the Portfolio Manager of the Amplify Seymour Cannabis ETF ticker: $CNBS he also provides great insight into the future of cannabis investing.

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The Dark Star Orchestra formula for recreating the Grateful Dead magic,  

With Rob Hunt on vacation,  Larry Mishkin has a fun conversation with fellow St Louis native and  Dark Star Orchestra drummer, Rob Koritz.  Rob shares behind-the-scenes DSO stories along with stories about playing with various members of the Grateful Dead.   He also talks about interviewing other famous musicians on his podcast, The Music Plays the Band.

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Life of a Bay Area rock Star

  The Sons of Champlin  along with Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead and Moby Grape created the enduring 1960s San Francisco sound.  As the Sons' lead guitarist,  Terry Haggerty knows as much about this period in rock-n-roll history as anyone.   He joins Larry Mishkin & Rob Hunt to share many behind the scene stories about the music, the bands and the drugs.  He also talks about his years of perfecting his cannabis seed stash which led him to launch his cannabis business Hagalicious.

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