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| Dead Show/podcast for 11/14/25 | 14 Nov 2025 | 01:27:50 | |
We continue with the second set from the Uptown Theatre in Chicago on November 18, 1978. This one starts with a fine Scarlet>Fire, perhaps a bit shorter than some, but with some nice Garcia intensity leading into Fire. Miracle follows leading into an excellent 'He's Gone' - there's an interesting jam here unlike most you'll hear in this song. The recording really brings this one home. Instead of going right into Drums, we get Bobby and Phil leading the band into a fine 'Other One'. Once they do go into Drums, they go into a unique Ollin Arageed space.. 'Wharf Rat' then 'Sugar Magnolia ' end the set, but surprise, they do a 'One More Saturday Night' encore... Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod111425.mp3 My thanks for your very kind support of the Deadpod | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 11/7/25 | 07 Nov 2025 | 01:18:00 | |
This week's Deadpod takes us to Chicago - to the Uptown Theater home of many fine Grateful Dead shows. This one is from Saturday, November 18, 1978. Our tape starts, unfortunately, with an abbreviated 'Jack Straw', but what we have shows us the energy the band came on stage with on this evening. A soulful 'Candyman' follows, then the 'Me & My Uncle>Big River' combo - marked by an exceptional Big River marked by some very nice solos by Garcia. He's just warming up however, as he follows with a great 'Sugaree' The rest of the set is equally well played, but I want to point out the beautiful 'From the Heart of Me' that Donna Jean Godchaux performs. She sings this one beautifully, and I wanted to bring us a reminder of just how great she was. I'm very saddened by her passing as I'm sure you are as well.. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110725.mp3
"When I awoke the stars were out
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| Dead Show/podcast for 9/5/25 | 05 Sep 2025 | 01:43:19 | |
This week on the Deadpod we have the second set from the band's performance at the beautiful Greek Theater in Berkeley California on August 18, 1989. This is pretty classic Dead for this high water period of the band, with a groovin' 'Iko Iko' to open things up, followed by the mellow 'Looks Like Rain'. Jerry brings out a classic 'Terrapin Station' leading into a fine Drums and Space. I love the 'Crazy Fingers' out of space, and the 'Stella Blue' in the ballad slot hits just right. Following the rockin' 'Lovelight' we are treated to a double encore - with 'And We Bid You Goodnight' following a nice 'Black Muddy River'. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090525.mp3 My thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod... | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 11/17/23 | 17 Nov 2023 | 01:04:29 | |
This week the Deadpod travels to the East Coast for a show that took place around 2 months after last week's show. This is the early show from the Fillmore East in NYC on January 2, 1970. This is quite a nice tape, don't let the few seconds at the beginning fool you. The 'Mason's Children' opener is a good representation of this somewhat odd song. 'Black Peter' is quite extended, much more than usual for this song. 'Hard to Handle' is explosive as usual. The boys really hit their stride here with the 'Cryptical Envelopment>Drums>Other One'. I quite enjoy the 'Cosmic Charlie' that follows but that's a tune I thought they never played often enough :) I hope you enjoy it..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod111723.mp3 Thanks for your kind support, we couldn't bring you the Deadpod without your help. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 11/10/23 | 10 Nov 2023 | 01:19:17 | |
This week's Deadpod contains part two of the band's performance at the Fillmore in San Francisco on November 7, 1969. Hyper-energetic, this one contains loads of frantic jamming and amazing soaring guitar work by Garcia and Lesh. After a fairly short China>Rider, they go into a deep exploration with 'Dark Star' which goes into an unusual 'Uncle John's Jam', then back out with Lesh leading the charge into 'The Other One'. The highlight, for me, is the wonderful closing number, Pigpen in all his glory on a great 'Lovelight' rap.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod111023.mp3 Thanks for your kind support!
and.. Leave It On! :) | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 11/3/23 | 03 Nov 2023 | 01:09:10 | |
For this week's Deadpod we go back to 1969 for a show at the Fillmore in San Francisco that took place on November 7, 1969. I'm going to play this music in two parts, although it is unclear whether there were really one set or two.. part one opens with a powerful 'Morning Dew' - Jerry really brings it at the end of this one! Pigpen follows with a classic 'Hard To Handle' - so great to listen to the Pig bring it on this one! 'Casey Jones' follows then a couple of Bobby's ditty's 'Mama Tried' and 'Me & My Uncle' - they all sound great on this early soundboard! There follows some general hilarity with someone in the audience playing the 'Star Spangled Banner' on a flute and several short tunings.. following a nice 'Cold Rain and Snow' we are treated to dual harmonies from Garcia and Pigpen on 'Next Time You See Me'. They slow it down a bit on a soulful 'High Time' before we close this first part with some classic Pigpen on 'Good Lovin'.
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You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110323.mp3
"Tomorrow come trouble, tomorrow come pain, | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 10/27/23 | 27 Oct 2023 | 01:29:21 | |
This week's Deadpod features the second set from the Fabulous Fox Theater in Atlanta Georgia on October 29, 1985. They come out strong with a fine version of 'Mississippi Half-Step' into 'Franklin's Tower' - lots of energy and interplay here, and the first Franklin's not out of Slipknot since '83. . This then goes into a very good 'Sailor>Saint' .. one of the last five times they would ever play this combo, ever. A lovely 'Crazy Fingers' follows, although Jer gets lost in the lyrics, its a lovely transition into Drums.. 'The Wheel' comes out of Space in a swirl of sound, and Phil is bombing on 'The Other One' that follows.. after 'Wharf Rat' they close the set with 'Johnny B. Goode' which hadn't had this slot since December 81..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod102723.mp3 Have a safe and happy Halloween!! thank you for your support! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 10/20/23 | 20 Oct 2023 | 00:55:06 | |
This week's Deadpod takes us to the Fabulous Fox theater in Atlana Georgia for the boy's performance on October 29, 1985. We have an energetic first set, out of the gate with a fine 'Feel Like a Stranger', the 'Friend of the Devil' that follows is very good, Jerry is in excellent voice for this period, much better than many nights during '85. I love how Brent sounds here, personally. I quite enjoyed all of these renditions, and while this is a short first set (some say caused by technical difficulties) it is still a nice set to enjoy on a crisp Autumn afternoon.. I hope you enjoy it.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod102023.mp3 thank you for your support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 10/13/23 | 13 Oct 2023 | 01:48:11 | |
It's Friday the 13th, but I hope you'll feel lucky to listen to this fine second set from October 18, 1978. The second night of the 'From Egypt with Love' run at Winterland, this set features some very strong Drums and Space, highlighted by a guest appearance from Lee Oskar, giving it a decided Egyptian feel. While Jerry flubs the lyrics to 'Terrapin Station' a fine 'Samson and Delilah' more than makes up for it. The show also has a rare set-ending 'Truckin' which is first rate. I hope you enjoy it.. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101323.mp3 Thank you for your support of the Deadpod, which has allowed us to continue to present these shows every week for the last 17 years! Happy Anniversary Deadpod!
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| Dead Show/podcast for 10/6/23 | 06 Oct 2023 | 01:19:41 | |
This week on the Deadpod I've decided to feature the second night from the historic 'From Egypt With Love' run at the Winterland in October of 1978. While the opening 'Sugaree' is patched for about the first minute, don't let that dissuade you this one- the sound is crystal clear throughout afterwards, and the band is listening to each other and the result is a dynamic, lovely evening of music. Donna Jean in particular provides some lovely backing vocals on "Looks Like Rain' and 'Music Never Stopped'. Jerry is on point here with several delicious solos as well.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod100623.mp3 Thank you for your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 9/29/23 | 29 Sep 2023 | 01:54:26 | |
This week we continue with the second set from the first night of the band's historic 9 night run at Madison Square Garden in September 1990. This set sparkles with some excellent Garcia leads throughout, starting with the Scarlet, but Jerry soars in the transition to Fire and in the solos there. The set includes not only a nice jammed out 'Truckin' but a sweet 'Terrapin Station' all before drums.. Phil brings home 'The Other One' nicely, and the Wharf Rat is righteous..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092923.mp3 "Summertime, done, come and gone, my oh my".. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 9/22/23 | 22 Sep 2023 | 01:04:05 | |
This week I've decided to feature the first show of the historic 9-show run at Madison Square Garden in New York City on September 14, 1990. This was without Bruce Hornsby, who didn't make his appearance with the band until the following night; nevertheless this is a fine show, with the band displaying lots of energy and enthusiasm as they return to the Garden for this nice long run of shows. Each of these selections are quite well played. The opening 'Stranger' displays how well they are listening to each other. I'm quite partial to the 'New Minglewood Blues' a tune that I usually categorize as a throw-away, which is really rockin' here. 'Ranble on Rose' features some interesting Jerry midi work with a trumpet solo. I love how this soundboard recording allows us to hear the enthusiastic fan response, for example on 'Black Throated Wind'..
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You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092223.mp3 My thanks for your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 9/15/23 | 15 Sep 2023 | 02:02:59 | |
A massive second set of classic Grateful Dead for your listening pleasure this week on the Deadpod. We present the second set from September 9, 1972 at the Hollywood Palladium. There is a whole lot of beautiful music here, starting with a fine China>Rider with a great transition. The 'Friend of the Devil' is nicely done, and its nice to hear the faster original tempo. I also welcome hearing the fine contribution here and thorughout from Keith whose keyboards meld so well. The first of many melting moments happens in the fine 'He's Gone' into 'Truckin' transition. while there is a cut here this is an wonderful version. What is completely off the hook though is 'The Other One'. This is about a 34 minute excursion into the far reaches of space, with Lesh and Garcia leading the way to previously unknown plateaus. I think you'll love this.. and it goes into a very sweet 'Stella Blue'. Be sure and check out the announcements after the 'Stars and Stripes Forever' for a good laugh...
Grateful Dead Stars and Strips Forever You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091523.mp3 my thanks for listening and your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/2925 | 29 Aug 2025 | 01:09:54 | |
Happy Labor Day Weekend! I hope that this first set from the 2nd night of a 3 night Rex Benefit run at the Greek Theater is a great start to your holiday! This is a fine recording of the band during one of their more interesting periods. 'Cold Rain and Snow' is always a great opener and I loved the 'Row Jimmy';. I even found the Minglewood to be quite good... and the first set Victim is unusual and goes into a very nice 'Bird Song'. The second set which we'll hear next week is more improvisational, but I hope you enjoy this fine first set.. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082925.mp3 I hope you have a safe and fun holiday... thanks so much for your support! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 9/8/23 | 08 Sep 2023 | 01:22:06 | |
The Fall of 1972 was an interesting transitional period for the Grateful Dead. They began to explore longer shows with more exploratory jamming. This week's Deadpod, from September 9th of that year, showcases some of these changes. In this week's first set, we have plenty of classic songs, as well as some intense jamming. Some of the highlights for me include the sweet 'Sugaree', 'Bird Song' and Keith's transitions in 'Black Throated Wind'. Of course I have to mention the almost 19 minute long 'Playin In the Band' - long a vehicle for exploration during this period. As you'll see next week, it was not alone in this show.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090823.mp3
'The black-throated wind keeps on pouring in With its words of a life where nothing is new Ah, Mother American Night, I'm lost from the light Oh, I'm drowning in you' | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 9/1/23 | 01 Sep 2023 | 01:52:09 | |
We continue this week with the second set form the band's performance at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View CA. on August 25, 1993. This is a fine setlist - highlighted by some outstanding work by Garcia especially during the transitions between songs. A Scarlet>Fire opens things up and Jerry gives us some remarkable work during the transition and in the opening solo of Fire. 'Estimated Prophet' begins a nice long stretch of music highlighted by a 'Terrapin Station' and a sweet jam out of Terrapin into Drums and Space. 'All Along the Watchtower' grows out of Space and the post-drums highlight for me is 'Attics of My Life', although there is a bit of static here and there.. A fun 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', is the encore this night sending folks home with a smile.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090123.mp3 Have a safe and fun Labor Day weekend! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/25/23 | 25 Aug 2023 | 00:54:59 | |
I've had some requests for later day concerts, so here is a good one that is only 30 years old ;) This was the first night of a three day run at Shoreline, and the band sounds as though they are happy to be there and playing well together! This is a fine recording as well, with only a few minor glitches. The first set has plenty of energy throughout, and while it is marred, in my opinion only with the inclusion of 'Easy Answers' the fabulous 'So Many Roads' more than makes up for it. They close with a smoking 'Promised Land' as well.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082523.mp3 "all the years combine, they melt into a dream'.. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/18/23 | 18 Aug 2023 | 01:25:34 | |
We continue this week with the concluding set from the band's performance on July 25, 1974 in Chicago, Illinois. Things start out with a standalone 'Scarlet Begonias', including some very nice guitar work from Jerry, then they go into a really rockin' 'Big River. A sweet Roses follows with Jerry in good voice. Following 'Jack Straw' they go into one of the few '74 Dark Stars - this one quite cosmic - that goes deep into space land. Towards the end you can hear the 'Slipknot' theme, before they break into a sweet 'Stella Blue'. A rockin' 'Johnny B. Goode' comes out of Stella, which leads into 'Uncle John's Band'. While not really a jamming song, this one has some very nice riffs and leads into 'US Blues'. While the show took place on Thursday, they close the set with 'One More Saturday Night'. 'Ship of Fools' is an unusual encore choice, but ends a very interesting evening of music.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081823.mp3 Keep on Truckin'. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/11/23 | 11 Aug 2023 | 01:13:36 | |
Another great show from the summer of 1974 is up on the Deadpod this week, this one from July 25 in Chicago. This first set features 13 (!) songs - and sadly the opening 'Me & My Uncle' doesn't exist in listenable format! This set is typical tight, jazzy Dead of the period. Some of the highlights for me are Keith on 'Brown Eyed Women', a wonderful 'Row Jimmy', and the roaring 'Let It Grow'. I'll play set 2 next week...
Grateful Dead http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081123.mp3 Thanks to Steve for the request! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/4/23 | 04 Aug 2023 | 01:49:30 | |
A torrential rain accompanied the opening 'Box of Rain' on this second set of the band's performance in Washington DC on July 12, 1990. While the rain doesn't dampen spirits, they do go into a 'Victim or the Crime'. Luckily they follow that with the meat of this second set, a great 'Foolish Heart' into 'Dark Star' and Drums and Space into 'All Along the Watchtower'. In one of his last great performances we are treated to a wonderful 'Dear Mr. Fantasy'>'Hey Jude' combination, and then a rocking 'Touch of Grey' to close the set. The boys return with a fine version of 'The Weight' to send everyone home feeling fine.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080423.mp3 My thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 7/28/23 | 28 Jul 2023 | 01:13:23 | |
My understanding is that it was raining hard most of this show but that did not stop the band, and Phil in particular, from smoking up the place with a great show. A nice 'Good Times' opens things up, but the band really gets going on a strong 'Bertha'. Brett shines as always on a great 'Just A Little Light' my favorite of his songs. Hard to believe its been 33 years since we lost him :( Other highlights include a fine 'Stagger Lee' and a great 'Cassidy' - listen to the interplay here between Garcia and Lesh. Jerry really shines on 'Tennesse Jed' and the band puts together a fine 'Music Never Stopped' to head into the break..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod072823.mp3 Thank you my friends for your kind support of the Deadpod! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 7/21/23 | 21 Jul 2023 | 01:36:36 | |
This week the Deadpod continues with the high energy second set from July 9, 1989 at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. This is a rockin' second set, starting with a great 'China>Rider' - check out Jerry when he is on that northbound train! The jam out of Truckin' is also quite excellent and the entire post-drums sequence shows some serious rockin'! Never miss a Sunday show! Grateful Dead I Know You Rider [6:21] ; Samson And Delilah [7:20] ; Built To Last [5:20] ; Truckin' [7:54] > Jam [2:57] > Drums [7:26] > Space [10:#26] > Gimme Some Lovin' [5:09] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:35] > Throwing Stones [10:12] > Not Fade Away [9:56] Encore Brokedown Palace [5:21] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod072123.mp3 Enjoy. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 7/14/23 | 14 Jul 2023 | 01:10:37 | |
This week's Deadpod came from a request from Tyler, a friend of the pod, who wanted to hear this classic summer stadium show from 1989. This is from Giants Stadium on July 9, 1989. The band is fired up and ready to satisfy what I'm sure was a loud and raucous crowd, opening with the classic 'Shakedown Street' and then an uptempo 'Jack Straw'. Things slow down a bit with 'West L.A. Fadeaway' then take a darker turn with the relatively new 'Victim or the Crime'. 'Brown-Eyed Women' and 'Queen Jane' straighten things back up, and they close this first set with a sweet 'Bird Song'.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071423.mp3 Stay cool! and many thanks for your kind supporrt!! | |||
| Dead show/podcast for 7/7/23 | 07 Jul 2023 | 01:58:57 | |
This week we'll conclude our excursion into the final Dead & Company tour with the second set from their performance at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, PA on June 15, 2023. This is a fine set the tone set by a fine opening 'Fire on the Mountain'. The 'Estimated' into 'Eyes of the World' is perhaps the highlight of the set with some particularly fine phrasing throughout. I've heard others say that one of the things they'd miss the most if they do stop touring is hearing 'Drums and Space' live... The closing 'Not Fade Away' and an acoustic 'Ripple' encore is quite heartwarming as well.
Dead & Company You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod070723.mp3 Thank you for your support of the Deadpod. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/22/25 | 22 Aug 2025 | 01:45:49 | |
We continue this week with the second set from August 5, 1979 at Oakland California. This set starts with a fine 'Scarlet>Fire' - a warning there is a cut in the Scarlet (sadly there are several on this tape but I feel that the show still deserves your attention). The transition to 'Fire' is wonderful, as is Garcia's solo there. 'Estimated' and 'Eyes of the World' follow, then we are treated with Hamza el-Din in Drums, and a nice transition into 'Not Fade Away'. The notable 3 encores really stand out, sadly there is another cut at the end of 'Johnny B Goode' .. I hope you enjoy it !
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082225.mp3 Thank you for your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 6/30/23 | 30 Jun 2023 | 01:10:26 | |
This week is a first for the Deadpod as I've decided to bring you a fine audience recording of one of the recent Dead & Company Final Tour shows. This is from Philadelphia on June 15, 2023. I think this tour has to rank among one of, if not the best, run that Dead & Co. has performed, and since they do not plan to tour after this I felt it worthwhile to try and document at least one of these fine performances. I'm not claiming this is the finest show on the tour - I haven't had the chance to hear all the shows, but it is a very fine recording thanks to Jeff Travitz who recorded the show. I do hope you enjoy it. I'll play set 2 next week.
Dead & Company You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod063023.mp3 My sincere thanks for your kind support. Have a very Happy and Safe 4th of July!
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| Dead Show/podcast for 6/23/23 | 23 Jun 2023 | 01:33:25 | |
This week we feature the second set from the performance on June 22, 1976 near Philadelphia PA. Again, an unusual opener, with a jazzy 'Playin' going into an intense 'Space Jam' - this one featuring the 'Happiness is Drumming' themes that later developed into 'Fire on the Mountain'. 'The Wheel' follows, with its own spacy elements, including some great Phil riffs, before going back into the 'Playin' reprise. The 'Samson' is strong, and the 'Eyes' pretty speedy for this period. The remainder of the show features some nice rocking - 'Dancin', 'Around and Around' and a great 'Goin' Down the Road' into 'Saturday Night'..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062323.mp3 Thanks for your kind support! Let's cherish Summer! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 6/16/23 | 16 Jun 2023 | 01:36:32 | |
This week the Deadpod returns to 1976, for a sweet show that took place at the Tower Theater near Philadelphia PA on June 22. A great first set starts out with an unusual 'U.S. Blues' opener, then continues to surprise with a nice 'Music Never Stopped', then an excellent 'Crazy Fingers' into a sweet, soulful 'Comes A Time'. A rocking 'Big River' gets the train rolling with 'Tennessee Jed' following. Weir does a soulful 'Looks Like Rain' and Jerry stays in the romantic mood with 'They Love Each Other' Following 'Cassidy' another unusual first set choice, 'Ship of Fools' follows. They close this first set with 'The Promised Land.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod061623.mp3 'Keep on rolling, just a mile to go... ' thanks for your kind support my friends.
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| Dead Show/podcast for 6/9/23 | 09 Jun 2023 | 01:35:47 | |
This week we return to Deer Creek for the second set of the band's performance on June 9, 1991. This second set opens with a scorching Scarlet>Fire.. the boys put it together here, with Jerry adding some nice flute-like touches and Hornsby pulling out the squeezebox during Fire.. one of the best of the year for sure. 'Truckin' follows, with an excellent closing jam into 'New Speedway Boogie' which had recently come out of retirement. Out of Space there is an excellent 'I Need A Miracle' which goes into a wonderful 'Standing on the Moon'. Jerry is wailing on the closing 'I'd rather be with you! ' and is obviously enjoying himself. The band puts it together for a rousing 'Sugar Magnolia' to close the set. 'The Weight' slows things down as they say good bye to Indiana for another year...
Grateful Dead http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod060923.mp3 My thanks for your kind support, I couldn't bring you the Deadpod without it. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 6/2/23 | 02 Jun 2023 | 00:59:17 | |
Summer is here, and it's time for a classic Summer show, this one from the Summer tour of 1991, a very good tour in my opinion. This week I decided to share the first set of the show from June 7, 1991 at Deer Creek Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana, a favorite stop on the latter day tour trail. This set starts with a fine 'Half-Step', Jerry has a wonderful closing jam on this one. The Rooster that follows shows Vince doing some sampling on the Hammond organ. 'Stagger Lee', while far from my favorite Dead tune, is done with justice here. They really smoke 'Maggie's Farm', and I'm always appreciative of a good 'Loser' You'll hear Hornsby throughout this performance as some have complained he is too aggressive here, while I am still appreciative of what he brought to the sound.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod060223.mp3 As always, my thanks for your support of the Deadpod. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 5/26/23 | 26 May 2023 | 01:30:38 | |
For your Memorial Day weekend we have the second set of the band's performance on May 25, 1974 at the University of California at Santa Barbara. After a rocking 'Promised Land' opener, and 'Ship of Fools' we are treated to a wonderful 'Big River' - Keith's piano work here is outstanding. The meat of this set however comes in the wonderful 'Truckin' that really showcases why this was a vehicle for some most excellent deep space explorations. Phil rattles some bones here, especially in the transition to 'Let It Grow'. Jerry has some great solos here in the 'Let It Grow' which slides perfectly into 'Wharf Rat'. An almost perfect 'Sugar Magnolia' follows, then leads into the 'GDTRFB' and, the obligatory, 'One More Saturday Night'.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052623.mp3 Have a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend, and give thanks to those who sacrificed for us all.
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| Dead Show/podcast for 5/19/23 | 19 May 2023 | 01:10:38 | |
We're stepping it up this week.. yes! believe it or not, this week's Deadpod is probably even hotter than last week's show from 1973! This one comes from May 25, 1974 at Santa Barbra California. A beautiful afternoon show that must have seemed to go on forever... The first set starts with a U.S. Blues.. a great way to start a show and start this 13 song first set! The entire set is smoking hot, and it has a pedigree - as it comes from Dick Latvala's cassette, so the sound is great. Some of the highlights include a wonderful 'Jack Straw', a stand alone 'Scarlet', Weir 'takes a bottle, cracks him in the jaw' on 'Me & My Uncle', but the true highlight of the set and probably the show is the mind-bending 'China Cat>I Know Your Rider' , in particular the great jamming in the transition - not to be missed. Billy K is on it..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051923.mp3 Thank you for your kind support - I couldn't publish the Deadpod without your help! | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 5/12/23 | 12 May 2023 | 01:49:16 | |
This week we continue listening to the second set of the band's performance at Memorial Auditorium in Uttica New York on March 21, 1973. As was the case last week, we have a very long set this week, around an hour and 43 minutes. This set features more jamming of course, including a jazzy 'Dark Star' marked with some fine drum rolls by Mr. Kreutzmann, a lovely 'Eyes of the World' and several classic songs from the period including 'Me & Bobby McGee'.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051223.mp3 "Wake now, discover that you are the song that the morning brings thanks.. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 5/5/23 | 05 May 2023 | 02:01:36 | |
Happy Cinco de Mayo! As we roll into the first weekend in May, I wanted to bring out the customary tribute to the Kentucky Derby with a fine 'The Race Is On'. This show does that as well as pays homage to the new, fat, 'Here Comes Sunshine' release from Grateful Dead Productions (Here Comes Sunshine from Dead.net). This show does both, although it takes place in early spring of 1973, rather than in May. This is a huge show - the first set alone has 17 songs that take over one hour and forty minutes of prime Dead. There are too many highlights to mention. As most of you know I love the sound of the band during this period. I invite you to pay attention to Bill's work here - it really sparkles! Of course there is 'The Race Is On', and a nice 'Here Comes Sunshine'. But I enjoy Donna on 'You Ain't Woman Enough', and just when you think that they must need a break after a fine 'China>Rider' they roll into a 15 minute 'Playin' In The Band' to close the set..
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050523.mp3 We'll enjoy set 2 next week... " "Well hop in the hack turn on the keyPop in the clutch let the wheels roll free Come on honey, let me sing them away Come on honey, let me sing them away Oh, honey, let me sing your blues away"
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| Dead Show/podcast for 4/28/23 | 28 Apr 2023 | 01:21:12 | |
This week's Deadpod features a fine second set from the band's performance on April 15, 1988 at the Rosemont Horizon in Chicago Illinois. The band is tight throughout on this night, starting from the opening Bucket, which goes into a very nice 'Crazy Fingers'. Garcia gives a lovely solo here, and it sets the mood for a reflective 'Looks Like Rain' which follows and on which Weir provides a lovely rendition. 'Terrapin Station' follows, and the boys rev this one up as that train pulls into the station! Drums and Space follows (probably with a bit of a cut somewhere here), followed by a slinkly 'Other One'. Bobby follows that with 'I Need a Miracle' which seems a bit out of place but Brent follows with the 'Dear Mr. Fantasy>Hey Jude' combo which was performed quite often during this period. The 'Lovelight' that follows is a perfect counter coming out of that. Jerry gives the crowd a wonderful encore with 'Knockin' On Heaven's Door' to close the evening.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042823.mp3 Thanks for your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/15/25 | 15 Aug 2025 | 01:14:14 | |
The dog days of August are upon us.. but hopefully this week's Deadpod can see us through.. this is a good one from August 5, 1979 in Oakland. The first set certainly starts out rather laid back and so is perhaps fitting for the time... check out the transition from 'Franklin's' into 'Me & My Uncle'.. The set is well played in my opinion and the recording is good - I will tell you there is a brutal cut at the end of the 'Althea' .. ouch .. the transition from 'Lost Sailor' into 'Althea' is sweet however.. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081525.mp3 Stay cool and be kind ;)
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| Dead Show/podcast for 4/21/23 | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:57:34 | |
We are going to stick with the late 80's this week as we feature a show from the Rosemont Horizon on April 15, 1988. I believe this is the only Scarlet>Fire opener the boys ever played, which immediately makes the radar go up that we're in for a good show. I don't think this one disappoints. Weir slows things a bit with a 'Walkin' Blues' but Jerry follows with the always favorite 'Candyman'. Brent then goes into an unusual bluesy 'Louie, Louie' which flows really nicely into the uptempo 'Cumberland Blues' Weir sings the Dylan 'Stuck Inside of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again' which goes into a nice uptempo 'Deal' to close the set.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042123.mp3 "Lotta poor man make a five dollar bill Will keep him happy all the time Some other fellow's making nothing at allAnd you can hear him cry"
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| Dead Show/podcast for 4/14/23 | 14 Apr 2023 | 01:29:03 | |
Hey Now, this week we'll play the second set from the band's performance on April 7, 1987 at the Meadowlands in New Jersey. 'Box of Rain' is the opener here, a rather unusual choice. A short 'I Need a Miracle' follows into 'Bertha'. 'Ship of Fools' slows things down, but they then go into another crowd favorite, 'Man Smart, Women Smarter' before going into a fairly lengthy drums and Space. Out of Space, they bridge into 'Gimme Some Lovin' which then segues nicely into a fine 'Morning Dew'. A nice 'Throwing Stones' > 'Not Fade Away' combo closes the set but the band returns for a pleasing rendition of 'The Mighty Quinn'.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041423.mp3 "Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine... " | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 4/7/23 | 07 Apr 2023 | 01:05:45 | |
36 years ago the Grateful Dead played this week's show at the Meadowlands in East Rutherford, NJ, and also on the radio. This week's first set has some fine rocking although perhaps not alot of jamming. The boys start with 'Touch of Grey' played perhaps a touch too fast, but this goes into a nice 'Minglewood' with a strong Phil bass line, then Jerry sings a great 'Friend of the Devil'. There are seven beats to start the 'Beat It On Down the Line'. There is a nice keyboard solo in' Big River', and the 'West L.A. Fadeaway' is tight and funky. There is a double start in 'Hell In A Bucket' which starts for about a minute before Weir stops the band and wants to start over. Garcia gives some feedback before they eventually restart and play the song successfully...
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod040723.mp3 "The ABC's
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| Dead Show/podcast for 3/31/23 | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:49:22 | |
After five months of 'retirement' the Grateful Dead returned to the stage at this benefit concert in San Francisco on March 23, 1975. While they were billed as 'Jerry Garcia and Friends' and Ned Lagin and Merl Saunders were sitting in, this performance was seen by most as confirming the rumors that the Grateful Dead's retirement was ending. I will leave it to you to imagine what it must have been like to have been in the audience and heard this wonderful piece of psychedelic music for the first time. Completely instrumental they blew the crowd away with the musicianship displayed here. When they finished, they broke out a spectacular 'Johnny B Goode' for good measure.
Grateful Dead Extra: a pre-show radio interview with Jerry Garcia You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod033123.mp3
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| Dead Show/podcast for 3/24/23 | 24 Mar 2023 | 01:41:44 | |
This week on the Deadpod we'll hear the second set from March 5, 1992 at Hampton Virginia. This starts with a very nice 'Eyes of the World', and you will immediately recognize the presence of both Hornsby and Welnick on this long 14+minute version. 'Way To Go Home' follows. I think this is the 4th time I've played this on the Deadpod, and the first since 2017. Consider it a watermark of the times, I know its noone's favorite tune. Next Bobby delivers a powerful 'Estimated Prophet' which flows into a fine 'He's Gone'. Drums and a fairly long Space, standard for the times, follows. 'The Wheel' flows out of 'Space' with plenty of keyboards and an ensemble singing lead. 'I Need a Miracle' showcases Weir's energy and leads into a fine version of 'So Many Roads' one of their finest latter songs. You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032423.mp3
Grateful Dead "So many roads, I tell you
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| Dead Show/podcast for 3/17/23 | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:55:26 | |
This week the Deadpod moves twenty years in the future from last week's set, this one which took place on March 5, 1992 at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton Virginia. The first set, short as was the norm during this period of the band's existence, opens with a fine 'Help>Slip>Frank'. The boys sound energetic and Jerry plays some fine licks here, especially during the 'Slipknot'. A long bluesy 'The Same Thing' follows then a sweet 'Jack-A-Roe'. Phil delivers a great 'Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues' and Bobby closes the set with a strong 'Let It Grow' We'll have the second set next week.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod031723.mp3 Hope you have a safe and happy St. Patrick's Day! thank you for your kind support of the Deadpod
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| Dead Show/podcast for 3/10/23 | 10 Mar 2023 | 01:34:21 | |
This week we move onto the second set from this massive show that took place on March 16, 1973 at the Nassau Coliseum. When you look at the setlist and the timings you might be tempted to think that the first half of the show is just a warm up to the huge Dark Star jam that takes place in set 2, but that would be a mistake. The band screams during these first three numbers in particular! I love the Bertha here, and when Jerry gets to Loser he really lets looks on the 'Sweet Susie'! The aforementioned Dark Star starts off methodically, but gradually picks up momentum and moves into unfamiliar spaces. The drumming is superb here in my opinion, and when the band finally move back to Earth on 'Truckin' with an explosion of energy you think that surely this must be the finale, but no, a wonderful Morning Dew follows to close the set.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod031023.mp3 "at least I'm enjoying the ride"
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| Dead Show/podcast for 3/3/23 | 03 Mar 2023 | 01:43:34 | |
This week's Deadpod features another fabulous show from 1973. This week's show comes shortly after the death of Ron 'Pigpen' McKernan on the 8th of February 1973, and is the 2nd night of a three night run at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale NY, on March 16, 1973. Folks this is a massive 14 song first set, and the come out of the gate flying with a high energy 'China>Rider', complete with a great, perhaps the first, 'feelin' groovy' jam in the transition. The new 'Wave That Flag' follows with some nice keyboard work from Keith. A fine version of 'Looks Like Rain' follows, introduced with a nice intro from Phil. There are highlights throughout the rest of this set, including an early version of 'They Love Each Other' but the closing 'Playin' In the Band' is sure to bring some smiles....
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod030323.mp3 Keep on rollin' just a mile to go... | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 2/24/23 | 24 Feb 2023 | 01:47:19 | |
This week's Deadpod features the second set from the band's performance on February 21, 1991 in Oakland CA. This is a very nice second set, sans Bruce Hornsby, it starts out with the unusual set opening 'Playin In the Band'. This version is quite nicely jammed out and just when you wonder when they'll come down we get a 'Terrapin Station' tease.. but no, they go instead into a tight 'Uncle John's Band'. Jerry sounds great and the song is very tight. They finally do go into 'Terrapin' following this, and that leads into another jam which then goes into Drums and Space which accompanies the Dragon Parade celebrating Chinese New Year. 'Eyes of the World' comes out of 'Space' the last time this ever happens, then a very good version of 'Throwing Stones' into 'Not Fade Away'. The 'Knockin' on Heaven's Door' was always a fine ending. Two Playing In The Band [15:44] (1) > Uncle John's Band [10:20] (2) ; Terrapin Station (2) > Jam [6:15] > Drums > Space > Eyes Of The World (2) ; Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away Encore Knockin' On Heaven's Door Comments (1) terrapin Station tease [:40] (2) with Airto Moreira You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022423.mp3 Thank you for your kind support.
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| Dead Show/podcast for 2/17/23 | 17 Feb 2023 | 01:08:34 | |
This week we feature a fine show from February 21, 1991 at the Oakland Coliseum. This was the last night of a three day run to open the year for the band, and this particular run was without Bruce Hornsby. Any show that opens with 'Help>Slip>Frank' offers great promise and I think they boys delivered on this night. The 'Slipknot' in particular is especially well-formed, and sweet to hear. They follow with a good 'Rooster' then after some indecision, 'Loser' follows. Bobby plays a sweet 'Stuck Inside of Mobile' then a happy 'Tennessee Jed' leads into the 'Promised Land' set closer.
Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod021723.mp3 "One way or another | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 8/8/25 | 08 Aug 2025 | 01:32:10 | |
Hey Now! Wasn't sure I could get this one out, but here goes :) This is the second set from the band's performance on August 12, 1972 at Sacramento California. I think you'll enjoy this set, there is some fine jamming here.. the opening GSET, does have the first frew notes cut.. Ramble on Rose, follows and Beat It Down the Line.. including some chatter :) The heart of the set comes as the following He's Gone goes into Drums and then into a roaring 'Other One'.. this is a beautiful set culminating in a 'Black Peter' (the only time Black Peter appeared seg'd into an Other One). The 'Truckin' that follows is a highlight as well. Hope you enjoy! \ Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080825.mp3 The Days Between are almost over.. but our love is real and not fade away!
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| Dead Show/podcast for 2/10/23 | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:58:31 | |
This week we bring you the conclusion of the band's performance on February 28, 1970 at the Family Dog at the Great Highway in San Francisco California. The set starts with 'Good Lovin' complete with a very interesting drum solo followed by a wonderful jam. The drummers return for a unique set between 'Alligator' and 'The Other One', which is followed by the rare 'Mason's Children'. The band returns to 'Lovelight' to close out the set. Sadly we don't have the encore, which was supposedly 'Uncle John's Band'. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod021023.mp3 Thanks for your kind support. | |||
| Dead Show/podcast for 2/3/23 | 03 Feb 2023 | 01:00:57 | |
Well, I think that groundhog saw his shadow, but I've got a show for you this week that is sure to warm you up.. this one comes from way back in 1970 - from February 28, 1970 in San Francisco. While this was probably one long set, I'm going to play part 1 this week and part 2 next week. The show starts with an unusual 'Lovelight' to open, and it has a different sound to it in this spot, a bit more uptempo from the start, but quite fun to hear. After going into a 'Me & My Uncle' and 'Cumberland Blues' Jerry announces that they want to bring things 'down' a bit with some acoustic numbers. The next three tunes are just lovely renditions of 'Monkey & The Engineer', 'Little Sadie' and 'Black Peter'. The rest of the set is electric, starting with a smoking 'China>Rider'. Jerry slows it down a bit again with 'High Time' but we'll end this week's Deadpod with the always delightful 'Dire Wolf'. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod020323.mp3 Thanks for listening!
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| Dead Show/podcast for 1/27/23 | 27 Jan 2023 | 01:29:26 | |
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This week we conclude our visit to the Uptown Theater with the second set from the band's performance on January 31, 1978. This set starts with a fine Scarlet>Fire with a wonderful transition with Donna hitting this just right. The Samson is raging, then the band goes into a delicious Terrapin Station, into a sweet Playing with Phil really adding some nice bottom. A short Drums and Space leads into an intense 'Black Peter', much longer than the earlier versions, then 'Truckin' leads into a set closing, and quite enjoyable 'Good Lovin'.
No encore. Grateful Dead You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod012723.mp3 Thank you all for your kindness. | |||