The Deadpod

This week's Deadpod continues our visit to Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, as we present the second set from May 8, 1981. After last week's well‑played opening set, the band comes out strong here with a big "Shakedown Street" into "Samson and Delilah," then digs deep with "Terrapin Station" flowing into a wide‑open "Playin' in the Band" and on through Drums and Space. Ken Kesey even joins in on harmonica during Space and the "U.S. Blues" encore, adding a unique extra flavor to the proceedings. The home stretch features a fiery "Not Fade Away," a beautiful "Stella Blue," and a rousing "Sugar Magnolia," capped by that "U.S. Blues" encore that feels just right for this time of year.   Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 5/8/1981 - Friday Two Shakedown Street [16:09] > Samson And Delilah [6:50] ; Terrapin Station[12:28] > Playing In The Band [16:27] > Drums [4:#36] > Space** [6:30] > Not Fade Away [9:17] > Stella Blue [9:24] > Sugar Magnolia [8:58] Encore U.S. Blues** [5:37] Comments **with Ken Kesey on harmonica   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:    https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052926.mp3   May this music bring a smile .. 

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

For this Memorial Day weekend edition of the Deadpod, we're traveling to Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, for the Grateful Dead's spring tour stop on May 8, 1981. This is early‑'80s Brent Mydland era, and the band sounds sharp and energized: Jerry's in good voice, Brent's keys add color and bounce, and the rhythm section keeps everything moving with plenty of drive and nuance. In this first installment we feature the opening set, a compact but very satisfying run that opens with "Jack Straw" and "Peggy‑O," moves through "Me and My Uncle," "Big River," "Loser," and "Althea," and builds to a strong "Let It Grow" before closing with "Don't Ease Me In." Next week we'll return to Nassau for the second set, highlighted by a big "Shakedown Street" opener, a deep "Terrapin Station" into "Playin' in the Band" sequence, and a powerful closing stretch that feels just right for the start of summer. I hope you enjoy this slice of May 1981 from Nassau.   Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 5/8/1981 - Friday One Jack Straw [5:38] ; Peggy-O [6:47] ; Me And My Uncle [2:59] > Big River [5:39] ; Loser [8:05] ; C C Rider [7:49] ; Althea [8:43] > Let It Grow[10:27] > Don't Ease Me In [3:12] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod052226.mp3 Have a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend..... 

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

This week on the Deadpod, we travel to Nassau Coliseum on May 14th, 1980, for a second set that finds the Grateful Dead settling confidently into the early Brent Mydland era. The band sounds relaxed yet focused, blending that familiar late‑70s drive with a more expansive, textural approach.   The set opens with the cool, pulsing groove of "Feel Like a Stranger" and flows into a beautifully unhurried "Sugaree," then turns inward with the reflective pairing of "Lost Sailor" and "Saint of Circumstance." From there, the music loosens into space, only to coalesce again around a heartfelt "Comes a Time" and a powerful "Other One" that still crackles with unpredictability.   Things land on more earthbound ground with a tender "Black Peter" and a burst of rock and roll energy to close. It's a spring 1980 Nassau journey that moves like a tide—easy, searching, and full of subtle turns, a fine snapshot of where the band was heading at the dawn of a new decade.   Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 5/14/1980 - Wednesday Two Feel Like A Stranger [8:03] > Sugaree [11:15] > Lost Sailor [6:18] > Saint Of Circumstance [6:01] > Space [2:50] > Comes A Time [8:24] > The Other One [7:37] > Drums [8:45] > Space [3:11] > Black Peter [9:17] > Around And Around [3:57] > Johnny B. Goode [4:09] Encore Don't Ease Me In (audience version) You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod051526.mp3 My thanks for your kind support

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

The Dead have a long history of great Spring performances, and 1980 was no exception. This week we go to Nassau for the May 14, 1980 show at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. This was the first night of a three‑show run, with the last two nights later compiled on the 2002 "Go To Nassau" release, leaving this opening show as the odd one out from the official catalog. This show comes shortly after the "Go To Heaven" release, so they open with "Alabama Getaway." Jerry gives us a fine reading of "Candyman," and the arrangements on Weir's "country" tunes—"Mexicali Blues" and "El Paso"—are rockin'. "Tennessee Jed" follows, with Brent providing a lovely counterpoint to Garcia's leads. "Let It Grow" then leads into a still‑new "Althea." Another "Go To Heaven" tune follows, Brent's "Easy to Love You," which leads into a rocking, set‑closing "Music Never Stopped." Let's settle in at Nassau Coliseum, May 14, 1980, on this week's Deadpod. Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 5/14/1980 - Wednesday One     Alabama Getaway [4:10] > The Promised Land [4:08] ; Candyman [7:32] ; Mexicali Blues [4:33] > El Paso [4:22] ; Tennessee Jed [9:25] ; Let It Grow [9:00] > Althea [8:15] ; Easy To Love You [3:49] > The Music Never Stopped [7:38]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050826.mp3   As always my sincere thanks for your kind support.  

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

This week's Deadpod takes us back to Pasadena, California, and the Rose Palace on May 10, 1969. This is a fierce, high-energy slice of early Dead, complete with a few rough edges from the road. "Hard To Handle" and "Morning Dew" both run into technical trouble, with the band's frustration coming through loud and clear, but the real centerpiece here is the long psychedelic run from "Dark Star" into "Saint Stephen," "The Eleven," and a nearly half-hour "Turn On Your Love Light." It's primal Dead, unpredictable and powerful, with all the danger and electricity of 1969 still crackling through the tape. Grateful Dead Rose Palace Pasadena, CA 5/10/1969 - Saturday One  Hard To Handle [5:33];[1:05]  Me And My Uncle [3:31];[0:57]  Morning Dew [8:06]  Yellow Dog Story [1:51];[0:23]  Doin' That Rag [6:32];[0:31]  Dark Star [20:59] > Saint Stephen [6:08] > The Eleven [15:56] > Turn On Your Love Light [29:31] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:   https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod050126.mp3   This was originally recorded by Bear on an Ampex C90 cassette on a Concord F-400 Cassette Deck

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

Saturday night in Chi-town brings us a second set that opens with the soon‑to‑be‑released "Touch of Grey," delivered in a tight, confident reading. A funky "Man Smart (Woman Smarter)" follows, with Jerry and Brent locking into some lively interplay that keeps the energy high. "Terrapin Station" then unfolds and the band shows their trademark virtuosity, taking us on a vibrant, narrative‑driven ride. From there they drop into a deep, heavy Drums and Space segment—one of the real highlights of the set—before slamming into a powerful "Truckin'." That sets up the ballad slot, and Jerry turns in an outstanding "Wharf Rat," rich with emotion and dynamic nuance. Bobby then leads the band into "Throwing Stones," complete with some fiery Garcia solos, and "Not Fade Away" closes the set in classic call‑and‑response fashion. The crowd, clearly feeling that extra X‑factor in this post‑drums stretch, keeps the "NFA" chant going until the band returns for a heartfelt and moving "Black Muddy River" encore   Grateful Dead UIC Pavilion - University of Illinois Chicago, IL 4/11/1987 - Saturday Two      Touch Of Grey [6:00] > Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [7:39] > Terrapin Station [11:29] > Drums [7:47] > Space [6:48#] > Truckin' [7:14] > Wharf Rat [8:40] > Throwing Stones [8:48] > Not Fade Away [6:18] Encore      Not Fade Away [ 0:52] > Black Muddy River [6:16]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042426.mp3    "hold onto the memories, they will hold onto you"   

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

This week's Deadpod takes us to the first Midwestern stop since Garcia's coma, and it seems clear that Jerry is determined to show the fans that he is back and kicking! Following the 'Hell In A Bucket' opener, Jerry delivers a resounding 'Sugaree' with plenty of sparks and flourishes. Bobby's 'New Minglewood Blues is nicely paced - especially brimming with Brent's B3 contributions. The 'Loser' that follows however could well be the highlight of the set - the crowd is really into it and Jerry delivers a masterful reading. Brent's 'Tons of Steel' follows - Brent gives this track a real emotional reading. Bobby next takes us to 'Desolation Row' - somehow remembering all those verses. Jerry ramps it up again with a strong 'Big Railroad Blues' and the ensemble delivers a resounding 'Music Never Stopped' to close this first set.     Grateful Dead UIC Pavilion - University of Illinois Chicago, IL 4/11/1987 - Saturday One     Hell In A Bucket [5:55] > Sugaree [9:27]  New Minglewood Blues (1) [6:54]  Loser [7:02]  Tons Of Steel [5:08]  Desolation Row [10:25]  Big Railroad Blues [4:29]  The Music Never Stopped [7:18] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod041726.mp3    Hope the sun is shining in your backdoor! thanks for your kind support!    

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

 They open with a bouncy "Man Smart (Woman Smarter)" before Jerry brings out one of his more poignant ballads, "To Lay Me Down." The introspective mood continues as Bobby rolls into "Lost Sailor," but things pick up speed as he moves into "Saint of Circumstance." Drums and Space follows, slowly building momentum until Phil drops a huge bass bomb leading into "The Other One" — the jamming, psychedelic rendition here is the highlight of the set. They then drift into the haunting "Stella Blue" before "Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad" carries us toward the close, punctuated by a high-energy "Satisfaction" led by Bobby and Brent Mydland. The "Brokedown Palace" encore is always a favorite sendoff.   Grateful Dead Community War Memorial Auditorium Rochester, NY 4/9/1982 - Friday Two     Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:54] ; To Lay Me Down [9:00] ; Lost Sailor [6:21] > Saint Of Circumstance [7:19] > Drums [2:34#] > Space [7:28] > The Other One [7:08] > Stella Blue [7:32] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:11] > (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [6:37] Encore     Brokedown Palace [5:14] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:   https://deadshow.blogspot.com/2026/04/dead-showpodcast-for-41026.html thanks for the love and support!  

Transcribed - Published: 10 April 2026

We roll into the Spring Tour of 1982 on this week's Deadpod, visiting Rochester, New York, where the boys always seemed to play a great show—and this one is no exception. They open with a jumping "Alabama Getaway" that slides into a tight "Greatest Story Ever Told." From there the feel shifts from an easy‑rolling "Dire Wolf" into a bluesy "C C Rider." The band takes flight on a soaring "Bird Song" that stretches out just enough to let you really sink into the jam. They move back into the barroom with "It's All Over Now" and a bruised "Loser." Following a raucous "New Minglewood Blues," the familiar refrain of "China Cat" kicks off a joyous ride into "I Know You Rider," closing out a smartly constructed, highly satisfying first set. Grateful Dead Community War Memorial Auditorium Rochester, NY 4/9/1982 - Friday One     Alabama Getaway [4:41] > Greatest Story Ever Told [3:58]  Dire Wolf [3:12] > C C Rider [7:45]  Bird Song [8:15]  It's All Over Now [7:47]  Loser [6:43]  New Minglewood Blues [6:58]  China Cat Sunflower [5:02] > I Know You Rider [5:23]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod040326.mp3   my thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod!   

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2026

Nassau Coliseum, March 12, 1992 — and the second set is where the real action is. Bobby charges out of the gate with a muscular 'Saint of Circumstance' that rolls straight into a gorgeous 'Ship of Fools', with Vince's backing vocals elevating the whole thing. Then comes 'Corrina' — percolating along until Phil takes the wheel and steers them into a reprise of 'Playin' in the Band' from the night before, a rare thread connecting two consecutive shows. Drums and Space are worth the listen on their own tonight, before Phil drops the bass bombs that detonate into 'The Other One'. Jerry answers with an emotionally raw 'Stella Blue', and the set closes on a rocking 'Sugar Magnolia'. They come back for one more — a lovely 'It's All Over Now, Baby Blue', with Bruce Hornsby lending his accordion to the farewell. Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY  3/12/1992 - Thursday Two     Saint Of Circumstance ; Ship Of Fools > Corrina > Playing Reprise > Drums > Space > The Other One > Stella Blue > Sugar Magnolia Encore     It's All Over Now, Baby Blue  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032726.mp3    "Well, I sure don't know what I going for But I'm gonna go for it for sure (that's for sure)"

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2026

This week's Deadpod drops us into the Spring 1992 tour, catching the band at the Nassau Coliseum for a rockin' first set that showcases both Phil Lesh and Bruce Hornsby — in what would turn out to be Bruce's final tour with the band. The set runs a bit short, but that was pretty typical for the latter-day Dead. No matter — the band is in fine form. Phil kicks things off leading the charge on 'Greatest Story Ever Told,' followed by a rousing 'Bertha.' 'Stagger Lee' is another Lesh showcase, though the whole band locks in beautifully by the end. 'Beat It On Down The Line' opens with a full nine-beat intro before Phil delivers a genuine surprise — a standout vocal on 'Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues,' one of my personal favorite Dead covers. Bruce then steps forward on a heavy, honky-tonk-tinged 'Tennessee Jed.' The boys close out the set on a high note with a spirited 'Promised Land,' Bruce adding a nice solo to send everyone home happy. You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:   Grateful Dead Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum Uniondale, NY 3/12/1992 - Thursday One      Greatest Story Ever Told  Bertha  Walkin' Blues  Stagger Lee  Beat It On Down The Line  Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues  Tennessee Jed  The Promised Land   http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod032026.mp3   Thank you for your kind support my friends.  

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2026

This week on the Deadpod, we've got the second set from the Grateful Dead's Mardi Gras show on March 3rd, 1987. After the parade winds through, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band joins the boys for a loose and funky "Iko Iko." It takes a minute for everyone to sync up, but it's all part of the fun — you can feel how much they're enjoying themselves. The set really kicks into gear with "Saint of Circumstance," followed by a gorgeous "Terrapin Station." Out of "Drums" and "Space," the band fires up "Gimme Some Lovin'," then slides into a sweet "Wharf Rat," "Throwin' Stones," and a big "Touch of Grey" to close things out. Jerry trips up on a line during the "Brokedown Palace" encore, but the crowd — and the band — help him along. It's one of those perfectly human Dead moments that make this show fun to hear. Grateful Dead Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center Oakland, CA 3/3/1987 - Tuesday Two     Iko Iko [9:20] ; Saint Of Circumstance [6:53] ; Terrapin Station [12:32] > Drums [7:33] > Space [6:40] > Gimme Some Lovin' [5:05] > Wharf Rat [9:08] > Throwing Stones [8:42] > Touch Of Grey [5:34] Encore     Brokedown Palace [5:26]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod031326.mp3   thanks so much for your kind support!          

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2026

This week we return to the post-coma Dead of early 1987 - this show took place on March 3, 1987 at the Kaiser Convention Center in Oakland. I happen to think the band, and Garcia, shows a real rebound here and hope you agree. The opening 'Quinn the Eskimo' is a perfect way to elevate the crowd's mood, and Jerry does a fine job on the vocals.. it flows into a nice 'Greatest Story Ever Told ' and Jerry again hits it with a fine 'Loser'. 'Minglewood and 'Tons of Steel' are both well performed, and Bobby does some nice jamming on a fine version of 'Cassidy'  The highlight of this set has to be fhe 'Mississippi Half-Step'. I think you'll agree that this one reaches a high note, and the set closing 'Promised Land' finishes things off with some great energy.     Grateful Dead Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center Oakland, CA 3/3/1987 - Tuesday One The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo) [4:32]  Greatest Story Ever Told [3:59]  Loser [7:08]  New Minglewood Blues  [7:05]  Tons Of Steel [5:14]  Cassidy [6:10]  Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:15] > The Promised Land [4:15] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod030626.mp3     thank you for your kind support..   ..."may the four winds blow you safely home.."   

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2026

This week on the Deadpod, we roll into the second set from the band's show at Pauley Pavilion, UCLA, on February 21, 1982. The set kicks off with a lively China → Rider that flows effortlessly into a spacious Estimated Prophet. The jam here has a jazzy, relaxed vibe, with Bobby laying down some especially tasteful rhythmic textures. Eyes of the World follows — played at that brisk early-'80s tempo that might not be everyone's favorite, but Garcia's soaring fills more than make up for it. After Drums and Space, the band launches into a fascinating Not Fade Away, led off by a wonderful Phil Lesh intro that gradually gathers steam as each player adds their voice to the mix. It builds into a full-on whirlwind, topped by some of Bobby's trademark calls to the crowd. A heartfelt Brokedown Palace encore closes things out beautifully after a spirited Sugar Magnolia.   Grateful Dead Pauley Pavilion - University of California Los Angeles, CA 2/21/1982 - Sunday Two     China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider > Estimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Drums > Space > Not Fade Away > Stella Blue > Sugar Magnolia Encore     Brokedown Palace You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022726.mp3 Thank you so much for your kind support  

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2026

Today we head back to February 1982 and the Pauley Pavilion at UCLA for a fine‑sounding tape of a very tasty Grateful Dead set. They come out of the gate with a wonderful Shakedown; Brent and Phil are all over this one, and it makes for a perfect opener. A gritty New Minglewood Blues follows, with Bobby leaning into the slide work here and again later on Little Red Rooster. Jerry is in strong voice on Friend of the Devil and a spacious Bird Song, and the set wraps up in unusual fashion with Bertha sliding straight into Man Smart (Woman Smarter) as a first‑set closer. Grateful Dead Pauley Pavilion – University of California Los Angeles, CA – 2/21/1982 – Sunday One Shakedown Street > New Minglewood Blues  Friend Of The Devil  Me And My Uncle > Big River  Bird Song  Little Red Rooster  Bertha > Man Smart (Woman Smarter) You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod022026.mp3   

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2026

  Welcome to this week's Deadpod! We're diving into the second set from the Grateful Dead's homecoming performance at the Oakland Coliseum on February 26, 1990 — the middle night of their Mardi Gras run. The boys were clearly thrilled to be back in the Bay Area, and that energy radiates through this exceptional set. The pre-drums sequence is absolutely stellar: nearly 30 minutes of Scarlet > Fire flows seamlessly into a spirited Playing, which then blooms into the full Terrapin suite. It's the kind of sustained improvisation that reminds you why these songs belong together. Coming out of Space, the emotional arc deepens — I Need a Miracle's urgency gives way to one of Jerry's most tender Stella Blues of the era, before Bobby unleashes a joyful, rollicking Lovelight that brings everyone home. The Baby Blue encore provides the perfect denouement to a magical night. This Mardi Gras run always promised good times, and the band delivered in spades. Grateful Dead Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA | February 26, 1990 (Monday) Set 2 Scarlet Begonias [13:02] > Fire On The Mountain [15:42] Playing In The Band [9:58] > Terrapin Station [12:54] > Drums > Space > I Need A Miracle [4:59] > Stella Blue [8:53] > Turn On Your Love Light [5:58] Encore It's All Over Now, Baby Blue [7:13] Listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod021326.mp3 Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!  

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2026

As we roll into February this week's Deadpod comes from the second night of the Mardi Gras run of 1990. I think the boys are in good spirits here and we have some nice treats here in set one, with more to follow in next week's second set.  Bobby opens with 'Hell In A Bucket' and you can tell how much he enjoys delivering it. Following a nice 'Peggy-O' we get another spirited Bobby number with a really good 'Walkin' Blues'. 'Ramble On Rose' always picks things up, then we get some encouragement for Phil to sing, and he obliges with a great 'Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues'.  The somewhat short set concludes with 'Music Never Stopped' into 'Don't Ease Me In'. Grateful Dead Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena Oakland, CA 2/26/1990 - Monday One - [0:50:16] Hell In A Bucket [6:54]  Peggy-O [6:36]  Walkin' Blues [6:14]  Ramble On Rose [7:52]  Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues [5:59]  The Music Never Stopped [7:04] Don't Ease Me In [3:42]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod020626.mp3   'Winter gray and falling rain, we'll see summer come again'  thanks for your kind support  

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2026

This week I decided to go back and pick up this second set from the band's performance back on January 16, 1970 at Springer's Inn in Portland Oregon.   This recording has some issues - especially during the first two numbers - the Cumberland Blues is cut both at the start and the end, and Me & My Uncle is cut at the start. I've included both out of a love of completeness and because they still sound great. Some highlights here include a wonderful 'Dire Wolf' - with an admonition from Jerry to sing along, a fine 'Uncle John's Band' and Pigpen's 'Easy Wind'. I think you'll enjoy the rest of this set as well, especiall if you are a fan of 'Anthem of the Sun'..     Grateful Dead January 16, 1970 Springer's Inn  Portland, OR  Set 2 //Cumberland Blues// //Me & My Uncle-> Dire Wolf Uncle John's Band Easy Wind Cryptical Envelopment -> Drums -> The Other One -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Cosmic Charlie You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod013026.mp3  "Such a long, long time to be gone And a short time to be there"   

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2026

 Honoring Bob Weir 1947-2026    This week on the Deadpod I want to conclude my presentation of the Ratdog performance that took place back on November 2, 2000 in Columbia Missouri.  I'll let the music speak for itself, and hope that you enjoy this recording. I was lucky enough to meet Bob and the band this evening and the show has always had a place in my heart.  Fare thee well, Ace.     Bob Weir & Ratdog  The Blue Note, Columbia Missouri 11/2/2000 - Thursday set 2: West L.A. Fadeaway+ Lost Sailor > Saint of Circumstance > Bass/Drums > The Wheel > Turn On Your Lovelight  encore Johnny B Goode + w/Johnnie Johnson  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod012326.mp3     thank you for your kind support.          

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2026

     RIP Bob Weir 1947-2026 The passing of Bob Weir this last week brought us all shock and sadness. Speaking for myself I wasn't ready for Ace to be gone, and I know it will hurt for a long time. Since there there have appeared countless tributes and appreciations for his talent, character and life. I won't try to add another one here. What I've decided on is to present to you this week a show that meant alot to me, that took place back when I was doing a Grateful Dead show on KOPN radio in Columbia Missouri. This show took place in an intimate venue called the Blue Note in Columbia Missouri back on November 2nd, 2000. We were thrilled to have Ratdog come to our town, and to be playing across the street from our station. I think they put on a great show and I decided to play that here on the Deadpod in its entirety this week and next as my remembrance of Bob. I hope you enjoy it.  Bob Weir and Ratdog The Blue Note, Columbia Missouri 11/2/2000 - Thursday Set 1:   Blackbird The Winners When I Paint My Masterpiece Playin' In the Band I Need A Miracle * Little Red Rooster * All Over Now * Odessa *w/Johnnie Johnson-without Jeff Chimenti   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod011626.mp3   Here's a picture of  Bob and myself after that show:       

Transcribed - Published: 16 January 2026

This week we have some 'Good Ol'Grateful Dead' for your listening pleasure.. This comes to us from Springer's Inn in Portland Oregon on January 16, 1970.  The opening 'Casey Jones' has a number of sound problems, but bear with it the rest of the set is quite good - especially when you consider it is 55 years old.. There are a number of highlights here - the 'Black Peter' is exceptionally soulful,  and Pig gives a great rap and jam in 'Hard To Handle'. I love the 'China Cat' as well - listen for Garcia before his second solo.. 'Good Lovin' and 'Dancin' are each awesome as well. Nothing needs be said for a 'Death Don't Have No Mercy' set closer... if indeed this was the end of set 1 - we don't know for sure it could have been one long set..  Grateful Dead Springer's Inn Portland, OR 1/16/1970 - Friday --Set 1-- Stage Announcements Casey Jones* Mama Tried Black Peter Hard to Handle China Cat Sunflower ->** I Know You Rider High Time // Good Lovin'*** Stage Announcements Dancin' in the Streets Alligator ->**** Drums -> The Eleven Jam -> Death Don't Have No Mercy You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod010926.mp3   thank you for your kind support.  peace. 

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2026

As we turn the calendar to 2026, we present the second set from the band's performance at the Boston Music Hall on December 1, 1973.  This is a very interesting second set, with songs that you don't always associate with that second set making an appearance.  They open with what is often a set closer - 'Around and Around' Then ease into some more traditional fare, with 'They Love Each Other' and 'Me & My Uncle' Things get interesting for me with 'Me and Bobby McGee' a favorite from the period, then 'Mississippi Half-Step' before we get to the real meat of set 2 with a 'Playin' In The Band> Uncle John's Band'>Playin' sandwich. a nice 'Row Jimmy folows then a rocking 'Greatest Story' and a fine 'Not Fade Away'>Goin Down the Road Feelin' Bad'.   Grateful Dead Boston Music Hall Boston, MA 12/1/1973 - Saturday Two      Around And Around  They Love Each Other  Me And My Uncle  Don't Ease Me In  Me And Bobby McGee  Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [7:35]  Playing In The Band [13:42] > Uncle John's Band [9:16] > Playing In The Band [6:44]  Row Jimmy  Greatest Story Ever Told  Not Fade Away [10:24] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [8:23] > One More Saturday Night [5:05]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod010226.mp3   My most sincere thanks to those of you who kindly supported the Deadpod this past year - and to everyone who enjoys the show and makes producing this podcast a pleasure. thank you.  

Transcribed - Published: 2 January 2026

 Merry Day-After-Christmas!! For your boxing and unboxing pleasure I thought this show, from the legendary year of 1973 might be just exactly perfect.. this comes to us from the Boston Music Hall from December 1, 1973. This show took place in the middle of a three show run at this famous venue, both of which have been previously commercially released.  This is a nice long, first set, as was customary at the time, and includes some standout renditions. These include a nice first set 'China>Rider', a sweet 'Brokedown Palace' and a long and very nicely done 'Weather Report Suite'.  Hopefully you'll agree that this is a worthy show to close out the Deadpod in 2025..  see you next year!     Grateful Dead Boston Music Hall Boston, MA 12/1/1973 - Saturday Set 1: Tuning The Promised Land Sugaree Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Looks Like Rain China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Big River Brokedown Palace Weather Report Suite Casey Jones   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod122625.mp3    Happy New Year!  .. and thanks for your generous and kind support....  

Transcribed - Published: 26 December 2025

This week's Deadpod brings us the second set from the band's performance in Long Beach California on December 14, 1980.  This is a fine high-energy set, punctuated by guest appearances by Fora Purim, Airto and Matthew Kelly but full of outstanding renditions of some classic numbers.  I am always pleasantly surprised when I get a 'Must Have Been the Roses' and really enjoy this one. This is followed by a screaming 'Estimated Prophet'. This leads into the heart of the set, a great 'Wheel' going into an amazing Drums/Space then flowing into a otherwordly 'Other One'. This combination is really special. This leads into an emotional 'Stella Blue' then the boys ramp it up again with the rocking set closing 'Around and Around' into 'Good Lovin' .. a 'Brokedown Palace' is a perfect encore after this musical performance..  Grateful Dead Long Beach Arena Long Beach, CA 12/14/1980 - Sunday Two      Cold Rain And Snow [6:31] > Samson And Delilah [6:38] ; It Must Have Been The Roses ; Estimated Prophet [10:44] > The Wheel [8:24] > Drums (2) > The Other One [11:51] > Stella Blue > Around And Around (1) > Good Lovin' Encore      Brokedown Palace  (1) with Matthew Kelly (2) with Flora Purim and Airto  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod121925.mp3   As we travel through this holiday season I hope this finds you and yours healthy, happy and at peace.  my thanks 

Transcribed - Published: 19 December 2025

This week we go back 45 years to an excellent show the band played in Long Beach California on Sunday, December 14.  They open this first set with a standard 'Bertha>Greatest Story', then 'Althea' goes into a raucous 'Little Red Rooster' this one with Matthew Kelly joining in. The 'Loser' that follows is a personal favorite.  The rest of the set is first rate as well, culminating in a most excellent 'Candyman>Looks Like Rain>Don't Ease Me In'.   Grateful Dead Long Beach Arena Long Beach, CA 12/14/1980 - Sunday Set 1: Tuning Bertha > Greatest Story Ever Told Althea > Little Red Rooster Loser Me & My Uncle > Big River Bird Song Passenger Tuning 2 Candyman > Looks Like Rain > Don't Ease Me In   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod121225.mp3   Hope you are warm and safe whereever you are!  thank you so much for your kind support of the Deadpod 

Transcribed - Published: 12 December 2025

This week we pick up the second set from the band's performance on November 14th, 1987 in Long Beach California.  A strong opening finds them opening with a nice 'Maggie's Farm' into 'Cumberland Blues'.. Bobby flubs the first line of the vocals but nevertheless a great high energy start. 'Playin' In the Band' follows, while a bit short, this still contains some nice jamming. 'Terrapin Station' is very well sung and leads nicely into drums>space.   Post Drums highlights include a heartfelt 'Stella Blue' and a wonderful closing 'LoveLight'.  'The Mighty Quinn' was always a great encore.   Grateful Dead Long Beach Arena Long Beach, CA 11/14/1987 - Saturday Two      Maggie's Farm [6:19] > Cumberland Blues [4:27] ; Playing In The Band [7:48] > Terrapin Station [12:20] > Drums [6:52#] > Space [3:56] > I Need A Miracle [8:23] > Stella Blue >Throwing Stones [9:00] > Turn On Your Love Light [6:52] Encore      The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo) [3:57]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod120525.mp3 

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2025

Happy Thanksgiving!  As is my tradition here on the Deadpod, Thanksgiving is the time for Acoustic Dead. This year I've found two sets of fine acoustic Dead that I thought you would enjoy. The first is from July 30, 1970 at the Matrix in San Francisco and the second from earlier that year, on May 14th, in Kirkwood Missouri.  There's only one repeat in the two sets - Candyman - but I didn't think you'd mind..   Grateful Dead The Matrix San Francisco, CA 7/30/1970 - Thursday Three - 25:26:00      To Lay Me Down [6:20][0:39]  Dire Wolf [4:05][0:07]  Candyman [6:37][0:09]%[1:05] % Rosalie McFall [3:35] % A Voice From On High [2:59]%[0:34 Intro]  Swing Low Sweet Chariot [2:50]  Grateful Dead Meramec Community College Kirkwood, MO 5/14/1970 - Thursday      One - 28:21:00      Intro [1:51]  Don't Ease Me In [2:54][1:35]  Friend Of The Devil [3:27][0:42]  Deep Elem Blues [6:07][0:13]  Silver Threads And Golden Needle [3:36][1:55]  Candyman [5:26]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:   http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod112725.mp3   I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who listen to the Deadpod and those of you who support the Deadpod for your kindness. I would not have the energy to do this all these years if it wasn't for your kind words and support. Thank you.  I hope you and yours have a wonderful Thanksgiving and hope you enjoy this selection of acoustic Grateful Dead.   

Transcribed - Published: 27 November 2025

We head to Shakedown Street on this week's Deadpod with a fine version from Long Beach California on November 14, 1987.  A great start to this short first set, followed, somewhat unfortunately in my opinion, by 'Little Red Rooster;, but the boys more than make up for it with the rest of set including a nice 'Althea' and 'When I Paint My Masterpiece' and my personal highlight - Brent giving us a spirited 'Hey Pocky Way'  Jerry closes things with a smokin' hot 'Deal' We will save the second set for after our Thanksgiving special next week..    Grateful Dead Long Beach Arena Long Beach, CA 11/14/1987 - Saturday One      Shakedown Street [11:31]   Little Red Rooster [8:04]   Althea [6:31]   When I Paint My Masterpiece [4:10]   Hey Pocky Way [5:25]   Deal [8:10]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod112125.mp3   Safe travels if you are heading out next week!  

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2025

 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 Uptown Theatre Chicago, IL 11/18/1978 - Saturday Two      Scarlet Begonias [11:35] > Fire On The Mountain [7:05] ; I Need A Miracle [7:52] > He's Gone [11:09] > The Other One [13:29] > Drums [6:34] > Space [2:34] > Wharf Rat [9:10] > Sugar Magnolia [8:44] Encore      One More Saturday Night [4:45]   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 

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2025

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 Uptown Theatre Chicago, IL 11/18/1978 - Saturday One      Jack Straw [5:37]   Candyman [7:13]   Me And My Uncle [2:58] >  Big River [6:11]   Sugaree [13:53]   El Paso [4:10]   Stagger Lee [6:05]   It's All Over Now [6:44]   From The Heart Of Me [3:29]   The Music Never Stopped [7:37]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod110725.mp3         "When I awoke the stars were out And shining, shining for you and me All I ever want to be Safe and warm In your arms All I have from the heart of me"    

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2025

 Happy Halloween!!  In honor of the fact that this week's Deadpod falls on Halloween, I decided to go back and find an appropriate show that the band played on this date... I think this one from 1969 is certainly worthy of a listen..  The show starts out with a truly nasty recording of Casey Jones - I left it in for the sake of completeness, but I hope you will stick with it as the recording greatly improves after that. There is a fair bit of hiss throughout but nevertheless this is a wonderful artifact of the young Grateful Dead..  The Cryptical>Drums>OtherOne>Cryptical has a wild drum segment that is great fun, and the China>Rider has a very nice transition jam between them.  The second set highlights include a Pigpen taking over at the end here, with the last three songs showcasing his blues delivery. 'Easy Wind' was still relatively new - this is the 7th time played, and the tape ends with a massive 30+minute Lovelight ;)   Grateful Dead 10/31/69 San Jose State University San Jose, CA One: Casey Jones Yellow Dog Story Dire Wolf It Hurts Me Too Cryptical Envelopment> Drums> The Other One> Cryptical Envelopment> 2 China Cat Sunflower> Jam>  I Know You Rider   Two: High Time Sittin' On Top Of The World Next Time You See Me> Easy Wind Turn On Your Lovelight COMMENTS  Casey Jones cuts in just after the first notes of the tune. Lovelight cuts off during the final flourishes.  DeadBase IX lists a Mama Tried after I Know You Rider.   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod103125.mp3   Have a safe and fun Halloween !!!   

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2025

We continue with the second set from the Grateful Dead's performance at the Moody Coliseum in Dallas Texas back on Saturday, October 15, 1977.  The 'Samson and Delilah' opener is a great start to a fine set.. Donna follows with a nice version of 'Sunrise'. The 'Terrapin Station' that follows is not as monumental in its buildup as some but is a fine delivery by Garcia. The meat of this set comes with a very nice 'Saint Stephen' into 'Not Fade Away' into a sweet 'Stella Blue'.. the band then rolls into a rockin' 'Sugar Magnolia' to close the second set.  They return for a double encore, with 'Truckin' leading into the obligatory, but rockin' 'One More Saturday Night'..      Grateful Dead Moody Coliseum - Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX 10/15/1977 - Saturday Two Samson And Delilah [7:02] ; Sunrise [3:41] ; Terrapin Station [11:03] > Saint Stephen [8:19] > Not Fade Away [10:42] > Stella Blue [9:17] > Sugar Magnolia [11:07] Encore     Truckin' [8:09] > One More Saturday Night [4:53]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod102425.mp3   Thanks so much for your kind support!     

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2025

This week we join the Dead as they play the last show of a 3 show run in Texas during October 1977. This one takes place on the campus of SMU in Dallas Texas on October 15.  The first set opens with a spirited 'Bertha' into 'Good Lovin'. They move into a more laid back mood with 'They Love Each Other' then the 'Mama Tried' into 'Big River' ramps things bck up. A nice 'Ramble on Rose' is marred here with a nasty cut..sorry about that. The 'Peggy O' that follows 'Looks Like Rain' has some very nice vocals, and the set-closing 'Let It Grow' has some nice jamming to close the set.   Grateful Dead Moody Coliseum - Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX 10/15/1977 - Saturday One Bertha--> (7:19) Good Lovin' (7:55) They Love Each Other (8:32) Mama Tried--> (2:34) Big River (6:05) Ramble On Rose// (6:00) Looks Like Rain (9:17) Peggy-O (7:36) Let It Grow (11:27)   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101725.mp3    I hope you enjoy the show..  btw - if you are on facebook you can join our discussion there at: the Deadpod group. I'm always looking for inspiration :)      

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2025

http://deadshow.blogspot.com This week here on the Deadpod is a fine second set from the band's show over in London England on October 4, 1981. I'm sure you'll agree that this is a fine performance by the boys.. Some of the highlights are a smokin' Samson and Delilah, the jam between Scarlet and Fire, and an interesting 'Lost Sailor'. Drums is notable for the 'Spanish Jam' leading into a fine 'Other One'. All this is captured in a fine recording..  Grateful Dead Rainbow Theatre London, England 10/4/1981 - Sunday Two      Cold Rain And Snow [6:25] > Samson And Delilah [7:#09]  Scarlet Begonias [12:20] > Fire On The Mountain [11:36]  Lost Sailor [7:52] > Saint Of Circumstance [7:#21] > Space [1:58] > Drums [4:36#] > Space [11:21] > The Other One [7:54] > Wharf Rat [9:47] > Sugar Magnolia [8:06] Encore      Don't Ease Me In [3:11]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod101025.mp3   Never miss a Sunday show!  

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2025

This week the Deadpod travels to London England, to the Rainbow Theater, where the band played eight wonderful shows during 1981. This was the next to last performance at the Rainbow, on October 4, 1981.  This recording really highlights Brent and Garcia.. its a bright and open recording I think you'll enjoy. Some of the highlights are the Jack-A-Roe, Beat It On Down the Line, and Brown Eyed Women that come in the middle of the set, but there are really no clunkers here in my opinion. The set closing Deal is a smoker as always...  Grateful Dead Rainbow Theatre London, England 10/4/1981 - Sunday One      Jack Straw [5:58]   Friend Of The Devil [8:57] >  El Paso [4:54]   Jack-A-Roe [4:30]   Beat It On Down The Line [2:56]   Brown Eyed Women[5:02]   New Minglewood Blues [5:#58]   Row Jimmy [10:57]   Let It Grow [11:59]>  Deal [8:42]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod100325.mp3  My thanks for your kind support, hope you enjoy the show! 

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2025

Here's some old-fashioned, good ol' Grateful Dead for you..  This week from September 18, 1970 at the Fillmore East in New York City.. we have a partial soundboard tape that has somehow survived these years to bring  us back to what it was like to hear the boys in that magical space.  The first two songs, Truckin' and Black Peter, are from the acoustic set - with Pigpen on piano on Truckin' and David Nelson mandolin on Black Peter...  The end of the electric set which we have here is blessed with a rare 'Operator' and two really well jammed out numbers - Dancin' in the Streets and Good Lovin'.  This is a beautiful recording .. soak it up.  Grateful Dead Fillmore East New York, NY 1970-09-18 - Friday Acoustic Set 01. Truckin' 02. Black Peter End of Electric Set 03. Me & My Uncle 04. Operator 05. Dancin' In The Streets 06. St. Stephen > 07. Not Fade Away > 08. Good Lovin' 09. And We Bid You Goodnight You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092625.mp3 'Everybody form a big long line and dance around now.....'   

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2025

This week I have the pleasure of presenting this second set from the band's performance at the Greek Theater in Berkeley California on September 11, 1981. They are energized throughout.. the opening Stranger builds until they go into a unique 'Franklin's Tower'. Garcia is firing here. Things calm a bit with the 'Man Smart, Woman Smarter' but the 'He's Gone' that follows is first rate. Check out the jam at the end of 'Truckin' for some wonderful jamming into Drums. Post-drums is equally enjoyable with a fine 'Other One' leading into a great 'Morning Dew'. The 'Johnny B Goode' set closer seems appropriate..   Grateful Dead Greek Theatre - University of California Berkeley, CA 9/11/1981 - Friday Two      Feel Like A Stranger [7:15] > Franklin's Tower [13:33]  Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [5:34]  He's Gone [12:35] > Truckin' (1) [12:18] > Drums [8:09] > Space [5:29] > The Other One [11:09] > Morning Dew [10:55] > Johnny B. Goode [4:19] Encore      Don't Ease Me In [3:01] Comments     (1) {Truckin' [11:08] > Weir and Drummers Jam [1:10]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091925.mp3   

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2025

 We celebrate the 82nd birthday of Mickey Hart this week with a great show that took place back on his 38th birthday at the Greek Theater in Berkeley California. The recording starts with Joan Baez regaling Mickey with a 'Happy Birthday' chorus.. once we put that behind us we are led into a hot 'Minglewood' and then a quite nice 'They Love Each Other'.  They amp it up a bit with a 'Mama Tried>Mexicali' then Jerry brings out 'Candyman', which leads into a 'Little Red Rooster'. A rocking 'Cumberland Blues' leads into a 'Beat It on Down the Line' and the audience tape lets us hear the crowd loving it.. 'Althea' that follows may be the highlight of the set, but the boys are not done here, with a 'Sailor>Saint' and 'Deal' to close out the first set....     Grateful Dead Greek Theatre - University of California Berkeley, CA 9/11/1981 - Friday Set 1: Banter (Happy Birthday Mickey!) New New Minglewood Blues They Love Each Other Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Candyman > Little Red Rooster Cumberland Blues > Beat It On Down The Line Althea Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Deal   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod091225.mp3   peace...  

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2025

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 Greek Theatre - University of California Berkeley, CA 8/18/1989 - Friday Two      Iko Iko [5:52]  Looks Like Rain [8:45]  Terrapin Station [12:13] > Drums [12:46] > Space [8:32] > Crazy Fingers [8:49] > I Need A Miracle [4:35] > Stella Blue [8:43] > Throwing Stones [8:39] > Turn On Your Love Light [6:22] Encore  Black Muddy River [6:09]  And We Bid You Good Night [2:30] (1) Comments     Rex Foundation Benefit. (1) and We Bid You Good Night was a second encore  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...        

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2025

 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 Greek Theatre - University of California Berkeley, CA 8/18/1989 - Friday One      Cold Rain And Snow [6:11]   New Minglewood Blues [7:21]   Row Jimmy [9:07]   When I Paint My Masterpiece [5:02]   Built To Last [4:39]   Victim Or The Crime [6:01]   Bird Song [11:23]   The Promised Land [4:23]  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!  

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2025

 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 Oakland Auditorium Oakland, CA 8/5/1979 - Sunday Two      Scarlet Begonias [10:48] > Fire On The Mountain [12:32] ; Estimated Prophet [11:20] > Eyes Of The World [9:59] > Drums [4:#40] > Ollin Arrageed (1) [9:30] > Space [2:18] > Not Fade Away [12:37] > Wharf Rat [9:41] > Around And Around [7:46] Encore      Bertha [6:46] > Good Lovin' [7:04] ; Johnny B. Goode [3:09#] Comments     (1) with Hamza el-Din  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod082225.mp3  Thank you for your kind support.  

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

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 Oakland Auditorium Oakland, CA 8/5/1979 - Sunday  One      Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [9:09] > Franklin's Tower [11:06] > Me And My Uncle [3:12] > Big River [5:50]  Candyman [7:08]  It's All Over Now [9:10]  Brown Eyed Women [5:21]  Lost Sailor [6:38] > Althea [9:15]  The Promised Land [4:08]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod081525.mp3   Stay cool and be kind ;)   

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

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 Sacramento Memorial Auditorium Sacramento, CA 8/12/1972 - Saturday Two      Greatest Story Ever Told [#5:10]  Ramble On Rose [5:51]  Beat It On Down The Line [3:07]  He's Gone [8:53] > Drums [2:48] > The Other One [16:45] > Black Peter [8:54] > The Other One [3:45]  Truckin' [11:44]  Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [6:05] > Sugar Magnolia [3:21#] Encore      One More Saturday Night   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!   

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

Here we are - Jerry's Birthday and the start of the Days Between - as well as the day of the first of the GD 60 concerts out in San Francisco! I do envy all those able to attend! In the meantime we have a fine show from August of 1972 to start the celebrations on this week's Deadpod.  This comes from Sacramento California on August 12, 1972. We will listen to the long first set this week - then the second set when I return in two weeks. I have to be gone next week and due to the constraints of posting on my podcast host I will be unable to have another Deadpod ready for next Friday.  You will find lots to enjoy here - Keith and Donna are still settling in as the band adjusts to no Pigpen, but there is plenty of great music here. I will simply call your attention to the fine jazzy 'Bird Song' and of course the 'Playin' In the Band'. There is a rare 1st set 'Stella Blue' and plenty of rocking here as well. The band is also quite chatty which is always fun to hear.    Grateful Dead Sacramento Memorial Auditorium Sacramento, CA 8/12/1972 - Saturday  One       The Promised Land [2:54]   Sugaree [7:16]   Me And My Uncle [2:57]   Bird Song [10:25]   Black Throated Wind [6:31]   Deal [5:14]   El Paso [2:51#]   Tennessee Jed [#2:33]   Playing In The Band [12:30]   Big Railroad Blues [4:05]   Cumberland Blues [6:42]   Stella Blue [7:26]   Jack Straw [#3:38]   Casey Jones [6:26]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod080125.mp3 Thank you my friends for your kind support.    

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

This week the Deadpod continues with the second set from the band's performance on July 21, 1990 at the World Music Theater in Tinley Park IL.  A fine Scarlet>Fire opens things up then the first of a continuing 'Playin In the Band' theme that will reoccur thoughout the evening. The post-drums, my favorite here, is highlighted with a rare 'Crazy Fingers' and a 'Dear Mr. Fantasy', The Quinn the Eskimo encore is always a favorite!     Grateful Dead World Music Theatre Tinley Park, IL 7/21/1990 - Saturday Two      Scarlet Begonias [9:49] > Fire On The Mountain [11:53]  Playing In The Band [11:09] > He's Gone [12:49] > Drums % > Space %> I Need A Miracle [4:52] > Crazy Fingers [7:45] > Playing Jam [:33] > Dear Mr. Fantasy [6:13] > Playing Reprise [2:42] > One More Saturday Night [5:15] Encore      The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo) [4:39]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod072525.mp3     Hope  you are staying cool! :)  

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

I wasn't sure I'd be up to posting this week - but while I can't type much I'm happy to bring you this fine set of Grateful Dead music..  Here's one from the summer of 1990 - not much that hasn't been released already but this is a fine set at a terrible venue.. still a nice recording and i hope you enjoy it.      Grateful Dead World Music Theatre Tinley Park, IL 7/21/1990 - Saturday One     [[1:05:30] Touch Of Grey [6:35] >  Greatest Story Ever Told [4:07]   Jack-A-Roe [4:36]   Walkin' Blues [5:56]   Friend Of The Devil [8:31]   Just A Little Light [5:52]   Queen Jane Approximately [6:46]   Bird Song [15:58]  You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071825.mp3     thanks for your kind well wishes..  

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2025

This week we continue with the second set from the Grateful Dead's final show at the Fillmore West on July 2, 1971 This starts out with an unusual 'Sugar Magnolia' opener, going into a sweet 'Sing Me Back Home'.. after a short "Mama Tried' we are thrown into a whirlwind with a great 'Cryptical>Drums>Other One', with the Other One being dedicated to Owsley who was incarcerated at the time.. while this is perhaps the highlight of this set, the closing 'Not Fade Away>Going Down the Road>Not Fade Away' shows the band at their rocking best. Jerry prefaces the 'Johnny B Goode' encore with a 'Here's the one it's all about' :)      Grateful Dead Fillmore West San Francisco, CA 7/2/1971 - Friday Two      Sugar Magnolia [6:41]  Sing Me Back Home [9:48]  Mama Tried [2:47]  Cryptical Envelopment [2:02] > Drums [5:16] > The Other One [15:40]  Big Boss Man [5:18]  Casey Jones [5:36]  Not Fade Away [3:49] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [7:22] > Jam [1:09] > Not Fade Away [3:35] Encore      Johnny B. Goode [3:43]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod071125.mp3     I'm gong to be away for a few weeks as I'm having surgery on my arm this week. We'll try to be back asap. In the meantime be well and be kind...  thanks as alwyas for listening and your kind support.  

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

 Happy Independence Day!  Here's a treat to help you celebrate - the final performance of the Grateful Dead at the Fillmore West bck on July 2, 1971.  This fine recording captures the energy and enthusiasm of their performance that night. These first set songs are shorter, as was the norm during 1971but nevertheless I'm certain you'll enjoy them. Standouts include a great 'Me & Bobby McGee', a really fun version of 'The Rub', a somewhat slower 'Deal' and fo course the set-closing 'Good Lovin'. We'll have the second set next week..    Grateful Dead Fillmore West San Francisco, CA 7/2/1971 - Friday One      Bertha [5:47]   Me And Bobby McGee [5:38]   Next Time You See Me [3:50]   China Cat Sunflower [4:50] >  I Know You Rider [5:47]   Playing In The Band [4:54]   Loser [6:33]   The Rub [3:34]   Me And My Uncle [3:10]   Big Railroad Blues [3:35]   Hard To Handle [7:19]   Deal [6:13]   The Promised Land [2:46]   Good Lovin' [17:16]  You can listen  to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod070425.mp3   be sure and have a safe and happy 4th!  

Transcribed - Published: 4 July 2025

Here is the second set of the band's performance at the Forum in Inglewood California on June 4, 1977.  A long and fine set of music, luckily for us captured by a nice audience recording, results in one of the few Spring '77 shows that hasn't been commercially released.  This show features quite a few 'big' numbers - Estimated>Eyes, Terrapin, Playin in the Band, Franklin's Tower.. The Playin' sandwich is really nicely done,, as is the transitions throughout the set.  I hope you enjoy this one, my advice is to turn it up!  Grateful Dead The Forum Inglewood, CA 6/4/1977 - Saturday Two      Samson And Delilah [6:07]  Ship Of Fools [7:52]  Estimated Prophet [9:39] > Eyes Of The World [10:45] > Drums [2:#35] > Good Lovin' [5:30]  Terrapin Station [11:05] > Playing In The Band [9:40] > Franklin's Tower [10:34] > Space [3:34] > China Doll [6:09] > Not Fade Away [11:18] > Playing In The Band [3:31#] Encore      One More Saturday Night [5:12]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062725.mp3   My thanks for your support of the Deadpod !      

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2025

Grateful Dead The Forum Inglewood, CA 6/4/1977 - Saturday One The Promised Land [4:10] Tennessee Jed [8:47] El Paso [4:09] Peggy-O [7:00] Jack Straw [5:01] Friend Of The Devil [7:41] Lazy Lightnin' [3:14] > Supplication [4:29] Candyman [6:17] New Minglewood Blues [4:38] Brown Eyed Women [5:06] The Music Never Stopped [6:34]

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025