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- 2 days ago1h 20m
Dead Show/podcast for 9/18/26
This week on the Deadpod, I'm heading back to one of my favorite September stops: Madison Square Garden in New York City, for the opening night of the band's nine-show run in September 1991. By this point, the post-Brent lineup has had time to settle in, and Bruce Hornsby adds plenty of color to the proceedings. Phil makes his presence felt right from the opening "Touch of Grey," providing a strong melodic foundation throughout the set. While Garcia's vocals sound a little rough at times, his playing is right on the money. Give "Loser" a listen for a good example of both. I really dig the "Big River" > "Maggie's Farm" pairing, too. It's always a treat to hear them trade verses on that Dylan number. "Row Jimmy" and "Let It Grow" round out this week's selection. I hope you enjoy this opening visit to the Garden. Grateful Dead Madison Square Garden New York, NY September 8, 1991 (Sunday) Set One Touch of Grey > Greatest Story Ever Told Loser New Minglewood Blues Candyman Big River > Maggie's Farm Row Jimmy Let It Grow You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091826.mp3 My thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod
- 1 weeks ago1h 51m
Dead Show/podcast for 9/11/26
On this week's Deadpod, we continue with the second set from September 2nd, 1983, in Boise, Idaho. The boys keep up the energy from the first set throughout this one, with a jamming pre-drums segment that runs non-stop through a string of favorites. A highlight, however, comes just before Drums, when Bobby and Brent stay out front together for an intense jam of their own. Following Drums and Space, we get a pairing that's somewhat unusual for the era: "Goin' Down the Road Feeling Bad" leading straight into a particularly fine "Black Peter" — two Jerry-fronted tunes back to back, and a highlight for me. And, of course, a "Baby Blue" encore is always a fine way to close out a great show Grateful Dead Boise Pavilion - Boise State University Boise, ID 9/2/1983 - Friday Two Help On The Way [3:00] > Slipknot! [8:10] > Franklin's Tower [14:06] Estimated Prophet [13:02] > Eyes Of The World [12:23] > Jam (1) [3:11] > Drums > Space [10:06] > Throwing Stones [7:54] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad[7:54] > Black Peter [8:17] > Sugar Magnolia [8:36] Encore It's All Over Now, Baby Blue [7:02] Comments (1) Bob, Brent, and Drummers You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091126.mp3 My thanks for your continuing support of the Deadpod!
- 2 weeks ago1h 12m
Dead Show/podcast for 9/4/26
Labor Day is here! I've found what I think is a rather overlooked show to celebrate the holiday this week with this gem from September 2, 1983 in Boise Idaho. This was the only show the band ever played in Idaho, and I have to believe that the unique location gave them some extra energy that shows through as we listen to this show. After a unique introduction by Phil, the band powers into a funky 'Wang Dang Doodle' which then goes right into a sweet 'Jack Straw'. The energy comes through in numbers like 'Big River' and 'Big Railroad Blues'. I find the set tight and well-played and hope that it makes you smile as well.. Grateful Dead Boise Pavilion - Boise State University Boise, ID 9/2/1983 - Friday One Wang Dang Doodle [6:20] > Jack Straw [5:23] ; They Love Each Other [7:38] ; Mama Tried [2:43] > Big River [6:00] ; Brown Eyed Women [5:28] ; New Minglewood Blues [7:39] ; Big Railroad Blues [7:12] ; Looks Like Rain [10:26] > Deal [9:27] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod090426.mp3 Have a safe and happy Labor Day!
- 3 weeks ago1h 33m
Dead Show/podcast for 8/28/26
Hey Now -- this week we have a wonderful second set from one of the most memorable times in the band's storied career.. This second set from the Berkeley Communitiy Theater in Berkeley California has a mix of straight ahead rockin' and deep exploratory jams that showcases the band's versatility and innovation. I call your attention to the incomparable 'Other One' here that goes in previously unknown dimensions, as well as the closing trifecta of 'Not Fade Away", Going Down the Road Feelin' Bad' and 'Hey Bo Diddley' which pay homage to their musical heritage. Two Brown Eyed Women [5:02] Mexicali Blues [3:34] Truckin' [9:56] > Drums [2:24] > The Other One [29:56] > Stella Blue [8#;50] El Paso [4:42] Ramble On Rose [6:16] Not Fade Away [6:01] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [5:51] > Hey Bo Diddley [4:09] > Not Fade Away You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082826.mp3 My thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod
- Aug 21, 20261h 45m
Dead Show/podcast for 8/21/26
This week on the Deadpod we have one of the fine shows the band played in late August 1972 at the Berkeley Community Theater in Berkeley, CA. In this small, hometown venue, the band plays together and listens to each other at a high level — something that would bloom beautifully a few days later at the Old Renaissance Fairgrounds in Veneta, Oregon. They're relaxed and loose here. In this first set especially, they take their time between numbers, and I've taken the liberty of editing some of that dead air out of this presentation. I hope it makes for a more enjoyable listen. There are a couple of small cuts, but I don't think they'll affect your enjoyment. There are some notable excursions here — a first-set "Playin' in the Band" and "He's Gone," as well as a beautiful "Bird Song." I trust you'll find the entire set worth your time. Grateful Dead Berkeley Community Theatre Berkeley, CA 8/22/1972 - Tuesday One Bertha [#5:11] Greatest Story Ever Told [4:51] Loser [6:40] Black Throated Wind [%6:27] Bird Song [9:57] Beat It On Down The Line [3:03] Tennessee Jed [06:37] Me And My Uncle [3:13] Friend Of The Devil [3:35] Playin' In The Band [15:%41] He's Gone [8:30] Promised Land [2:47] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082126.mp3 Enjoy these 'dog days' of August, soon enough we'll have 'snow and rain'....
- Aug 14, 20261h 45m
Dead Show/podcast for 8/14/26
We return to St. Paul this week for a wonderful second set from August 6, 1982. The set hangs together beautifully, with the band locked in from start to finish. The opening Scarlet > Fire features some fine interplay between Jerry and Bob, with Garcia's lines dancing around Weir's rhythm. That same energy carries into Lost Sailor > Saint of Circumstance, which spills into Space and an 11‑beat, "Eleven"-style jam that sets up some exuberant drumming. Truckin' is not your usual 1982 fare either, with Brent and Phil adding plenty of snap and color. Post‑drums, a rare all‑Weir vocal segment brings a different flavor, highlighted by a lovely Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad into a rare non‑encore Johnny B. Goode. Jerry closes the night with a tender Baby Blue encore that feels very much of a piece with the mood of the set. Grateful Dead St. Paul Civic Center Arena St. Paul, MN 8/6/1982 - Friday Two Scarlet Begonias [13:16] > Fire On The Mountain [11:23] ; Lost Sailor [7:13] > Saint Of Circumstance [7:21] > Space [4:04] > Drums > Space [11:51] > Truckin' [7:13] > Wharf Rat [9:31] > Around And Around [4:15] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [8:34] > Johnny B. Goode [4:04] Encore It's All Over Now, Baby Blue/pre> You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081426.mp3
- Aug 7, 20261h 19m
Dead Show/podcast for 8/7/26
This week, as we approach the end of the "Days Between," I thought this recording—emblematic of what I think of as the Dead's 'third' period—would be a fitting choice as we remember Jerry. This one comes to us from St. Paul, MN, on August 6, 1982. It's an energetic show with a tight ensemble throughout. Jerry is playing at a high level, and Brent, along with the rest of the band, is right there with him. There's a lot to like here, but one of the highlights for me is the 10+ minute "Bird Song," which flows nicely into "El Paso." I'm also partial to the "Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication," where Garcia adds some particularly nice color in his solos. It's a solid first set, and I think you'll enjoy it. There are a few audience patches, but they don't detract much from the overall experience. Grateful Dead St. Paul Civic Center Arena St. Paul, MN 8/6/1982 - Friday One Bertha > New Minglewood Blues ; Candyman > Little Red Rooster ; Bird Song > El Paso ; Tennessee Jed ; It's All Over Now ; Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication ; Might As Well You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080726.mp3 "Tell me all that you know, I'll show you... snow and rain"
- Jul 31, 20261h 44m
Dead Show/podcast for 7/31/26
This week on the Deadpod we head back to the Family Dog at the Great Highway in San Francisco for a superb show from August 3, 1969. This is the kind of set that reminds us just how quickly the Grateful Dead were evolving in that remarkable year, moving from the raw energy of their early material into the open-ended exploration that would define so much of what followed. The set opens with a fine run of songs including "Hard To Handle," "Beat It On Down The Line," "Hi-Heel Sneakers," "High Time," and "Mama Tried." From there the show opens up beautifully with a long and searching "Dark Star," followed by the powerful sequence of "Alligator," "Drums," "The Other One," and "Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks)," before closing with "And We Bid You Goodnight." There are two guest artists - an unknown sax player and David LaFlame from 'It's A Beautiful Day', and they add a rich extra dimension to the sound that I really dig. There's a lot to enjoy here: the contrast between the concise song-based first half and the expanded improvisational stretch that follows, the relaxed confidence of the band, and the sense that they are really finding their collective voice in real time. It's a strong late-summer 1969 performance and a great listen for anyone who loves this transitional era of the Dead. Grateful Dead Family Dog at the Great Highway San Francisco, CA 8/3/1969 - Sunday Hard To Handle Beat It On Down The Line Hi-Heel Sneakers High Time Mama Tried Dark Star Alligator > Drums > The Other One > Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) > And We Bid You Goodnight You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod073126.mp3 Enjoy!
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