The adventures of terapined
May 23rd, 2024 at 6:33:10 PM
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Dead and Co with the 1973 historic Grateful Dead wall of sound behind them
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May 23rd, 2024 at 8:35:57 PM
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Pic before the Dead and Co Sphere show
All that sphere infrastructure is fake
It's a video projection
All that sphere infrastructure is fake
It's a video projection
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May 24th, 2024 at 7:14:16 AM
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Shakedown St at the Tuscany with the Sphere in the background
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May 24th, 2024 at 7:46:14 AM
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Quote: terapinedPic before the Dead and Co Sphere show
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Were you there very early for this particular show, or the crowd was this thin by that one?
I tell you it’s wonderful to be here, man. I don’t give a damn who wins or loses. It’s just wonderful to be here with you people.
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May 24th, 2024 at 7:48:55 AM
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Quote: terapined
Scarlet Begonias
Fire on the Mountain
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Yes you were saying that Begonias typically comes before Fire.
Do you hand down the play lists from memory or they are posted on some deadhead fan site after the concerts?
One thing I understand about Dead concerts is that the band actually encourages people to come and tape the shows (audio tape in the old days, I assume video these days) and the very front row is understood to be for them, where they set up their high end audio or video equipment. Still that way?
Another thing about Dead concerts from what I have been told is that people who come early get to "camp out" and mark their area near the stage, and then it is understood that people who come later respect their space. Unlike, say, a punk show where the mosh pit is anything goes, or a typical rock concert where people shove up to the front whenever they can, if they can. I wonder if that sort of "respect the space of those who come earlier" is still respected at a Dead & Co. show.
In general though, I thought that after that Who concert in 1979, that "general admission" was gradually faded out or even banned in some cities. All the big concerts we have gone to over the past twenty or so years, they have assigned seats on the floor no general admission. I haven't seen general admission at any Rolling Stones concert I have been to, when they had general admission for the Stones must have been before my time.
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May 24th, 2024 at 8:10:43 AM
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Quote: MDawgQuote: terapinedPic before the Dead and Co Sphere show
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Were you there very early for this particular show, or the crowd was this thin by that one?
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Early
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May 24th, 2024 at 8:35:42 AM
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Quote: MDawgQuote: terapined
Scarlet Begonias
Fire on the Mountain
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Yes you were saying that Begonias typically comes before Fire.
Do you hand down the play lists from memory or they are posted on some deadhead fan site after the concerts?
One thing I understand about Dead concerts is that the band actually encourages people to come and tape the shows (audio tape in the old days, I assume video these days) and the very front row is understood to be for them, where they set up their high end audio or video equipment. Still that way?
Another thing about Dead concerts from what I have been told is that people who come early get to "camp out" and mark their area near the stage, and then it is understood that people who come later respect their space. Unlike, say, a punk show where the mosh pit is anything goes, or a typical rock concert where people shove up to the front whenever they can, if they can. I wonder if that sort of "respect the space of those who come earlier" is still respected at a Dead & Co. show.
In general though, I thought that after that Who concert in 1979, that "general admission" was gradually faded out or even banned in some cities. All the big concerts we have gone to over the past twenty or so years, they have assigned seats on the floor no general admission. I haven't seen general admission at any Rolling Stones concert I have been to, when they had general admission for the Stones must have been before my time.
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Scarlet Begonias and Fire on the Mountain generally played as a pair but not always
Last weekends show had a very unusual Fire on the Mt. Usually Oteil sings. Instead Mickey Hart rapped the lyrics. He's done it before but its extremely rare.
In the old days I used to write the setlist down on paper
Now I simply check the internet
Audio taping is still allowed
The taping section has always been behind the concert soundboard.
I used to audio tape for many years. Especially Allman Bro and Bela Fleck
Video was not officially condoned but tolerated in the old days.
These days, everybody records video
Lots videos on youtube of the Sphere concert
One person tried to stream the concert live at the Sphere on Facebook live
That's against Sphere policy
Sphere saw the live stream, sent security to the section.
Security yelled out the Streamers name and told him to stop. He stopped
Old days people brought blankets to general admission to establish their space
Blankets not allowed at the Sphere
General admission areas of Dead shows generally pretty mellow
Looking forward to tonight's show
Surprised Casinos don't take action on what songs will be played.
Tonight's show, hoping for a Dark Star, Viola Lee Blues and Sugar Magnolia. None of these were played 1st weekend
It's been a fairly easy tix to buy
I paid full price for Show 1,2,3 when they initially went on sale
I bought substantially discounted tix for shows 4,5,6 7. Some half price.
None of these shows are selling out
About 95% capacity each nite
I buy the discounted tix on the "Cash or trade" App
App created by deadheads for deadheads to sell or trade tix at face value or less. It's an anti scalping app that Deadheads love
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May 24th, 2024 at 8:44:09 AM
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Yes, the Sphere would be the exception then for General Admission on the floor. Was the same at U2 @ Sphere. I guess they think they can control it and avoid havoc.
Well no one may say you're not a true fan, going to multiple Dead shows like that. 🤩
Well no one may say you're not a true fan, going to multiple Dead shows like that. 🤩
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May 24th, 2024 at 9:09:27 AM
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Quote: MDawgYes, the Sphere would be the exception then for General Admission on the floor. Was the same at U2 @ Sphere. I guess they think they can control it and avoid havoc.
Well no one may say you're not a true fan, going to multiple Dead shows like that. 🤩
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The Sphere sends waitresses into General admission
No way they could do that with a rowdy crowd
I hear the waitress service is very quick
No doubt they are making good tips
No way I buy GA tix. Too old for that
I like having a seat.
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May 24th, 2024 at 1:23:21 PM
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Quote: terapinedPic before the Dead and Co Sphere show
That lady in the red shorts looks a lot like my wife. I may have to start tracking her phone.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
May 25th, 2024 at 9:37:46 AM
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Another killer Dead and Co show at the Sphere. So nice to see a concert with excellent acoustics. Dark Star had new video graphics. Dear Mr Fantasy into the Hey Jude chorus was a lot of fun as everybody sang along. I wonder if that was a nod to Ringo Starr playing next door. Not all the seats are Rumble seats. We didn't sit in them nite 2 and 3. Back in them for this show. What a ride during drums as you are literally bounced in your seat :-)
5/24/24
Dead and Co
The Sphere
Las Vegas NV
SET 1
I Need a Miracle
The Music Never Stopped
They Love Each Other
The Weight
Cassidy
Mama Tried
Althea
SET 2
Playing in the Band
Dark Star
St. Stephen
Let It Grow
Drums
Space
Days Between
Dear Mr. Fantasy
Hey Jude chorus
Sugar Magnolia
Brokedown Palace
Touch of Grey
5/24/24
Dead and Co
The Sphere
Las Vegas NV
SET 1
I Need a Miracle
The Music Never Stopped
They Love Each Other
The Weight
Cassidy
Mama Tried
Althea
SET 2
Playing in the Band
Dark Star
St. Stephen
Let It Grow
Drums
Space
Days Between
Dear Mr. Fantasy
Hey Jude chorus
Sugar Magnolia
Brokedown Palace
Touch of Grey
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May 25th, 2024 at 10:09:23 AM
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Tonight's poster. I love how they create a unique poster for each nites unique show.
Hoping for a Viola Lee Blues tonight
Hoping for a Viola Lee Blues tonight
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May 25th, 2024 at 11:01:50 AM
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Too funny
Yes, I'm guilty
With lax security, no issues getting my stash in :-)
Yes, I'm guilty
With lax security, no issues getting my stash in :-)
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May 25th, 2024 at 1:30:45 PM
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Seen at kiss world at the Rio a few days ago
Navy strength?
Navy strength?
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May 25th, 2024 at 5:05:43 PM
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Quote: terapinedSeen at kiss world at the Rio a few days ago
Navy strength?
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terapined,
From Wikipedia:
Plymouth also make a 'navy strength' variety of Plymouth Gin, which is 57% ABV (100° English proof), being the traditional strength demanded by the British Royal Navy.[13] It was a tradition in the Royal Navy that all newly commissioned vessels receive a "Plymouth Gin Commissioning kit", a wooden box containing two bottles of navy strength Plymouth gin and glassware.[14]
Dog Hand
May 26th, 2024 at 5:58:43 AM
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You collect any of the posters? Heritage Auctions often has a bunch of old Dead posters up for bidding.
May 26th, 2024 at 8:24:50 AM
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Quote: JohnzimboYou collect any of the posters? Heritage Auctions often has a bunch of old Dead posters up for bidding.
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I used to when I owned a house
Travel light these days and don't collect anything
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May 26th, 2024 at 8:51:19 AM
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Quote: terapinedToo funny
Yes, I'm guilty
With lax security, no issues getting my stash in :-)
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It seems that no matter what device the smoker is using, including this one
the second hand smoke is harmful.
Even before I used to play at private tables I would have a No Smoking sign set down and not let anyone smoke near me, including vapes.
It's disrespectful to smoke anything in public where No Smoking is the rule, especially in a closed area. And illegal. Do the Deadheads smoke so much that they just don't care and let people smoke right and left inside the Sphere 'round them?
I am sure some people have been kicked out of the Sphere for smoking inside.
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May 26th, 2024 at 8:54:07 AM
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Another strong show. The band is really jelling. John Mayer is amazing. He brings it every night. I've been getting deeply discounted tix lately. 50 to 150 off face. Shows are not sold out, about 95% to 98% capacity. So many good deals on tix below face. I constantly check tix prices like the stock market. Mostly the same video show with some new segments. Pics of new graphics including the Egyptian pyramids and Radio City Music Hall
5/25/24
Dead and Co
The Sphere
Las Vegas NV
Set 1
Bertha
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Dancing in the Street
Good Lovin'
Maggie's Farm
Deal
Set 2
Shakedown Street
China Cat Sunflower
I Know You Rider
Eyes of the World
Drums
Space
Black Peter
Brown Eyed Woman
Hell in a Bucket
Throwing Stones
Casey Jones
5/25/24
Dead and Co
The Sphere
Las Vegas NV
Set 1
Bertha
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Dancing in the Street
Good Lovin'
Maggie's Farm
Deal
Set 2
Shakedown Street
China Cat Sunflower
I Know You Rider
Eyes of the World
Drums
Space
Black Peter
Brown Eyed Woman
Hell in a Bucket
Throwing Stones
Casey Jones
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May 26th, 2024 at 9:20:36 AM
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Quote: MDawgQuote: terapinedToo funny
Yes, I'm guilty
With lax security, no issues getting my stash in :-)
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It seems that no matter what device the smoker is using, including this one
the second hand smoke is harmful.
Even before I used to play at private tables I would have a No Smoking sign set down and not let anyone smoke near me, including vapes.
It's disrespectful to smoke anything in public where No Smoking is the rule, especially in a closed area. And illegal. Do the Deadheads smoke so much that they just don't care and let people smoke right and left inside the Sphere 'round them?
I am sure some people have been kicked out of the Sphere for smoking inside.
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???????????
Going to a Dead concert and expecting no pot smoking????
Ain't happening lol
The Sphere has excellent air circulation by the way
This is the same corporation that owns Madison Square Garden and has a long long long history with the Dead
They knew exactly what to expect regarding smoking when they booked the band. Money talks
Security has been totally cool
When they see it, they ask that you put it out.
We are customers and the Sphere is treating us as customers
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May 26th, 2024 at 10:27:59 AM
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Not necessarily true that smoking is tolerated at all indoor Dead shows.
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1ambp5d/smoking_at_the_sphere/?onetap_auto=true&one_tap=true
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1c7y3y5/sphere_smoking_updates/
It is illegal in the state of Nevada at indoor venues including the Sphere. I believe the Sphere has an outdoor area for people to smoke.
Anyway, it would be interesting to go to a Dead show inside one of the casino's VIP suites, which is the way I've experienced the Sphere, and see if people are smoking in the suites, with casino and Sphere employees serving us, right there present.
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1ambp5d/smoking_at_the_sphere/?onetap_auto=true&one_tap=true
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1c7y3y5/sphere_smoking_updates/
It is illegal in the state of Nevada at indoor venues including the Sphere. I believe the Sphere has an outdoor area for people to smoke.
Anyway, it would be interesting to go to a Dead show inside one of the casino's VIP suites, which is the way I've experienced the Sphere, and see if people are smoking in the suites, with casino and Sphere employees serving us, right there present.
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May 26th, 2024 at 10:42:09 AM
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Quote: MDawgNot necessarily true that smoking is tolerated at all indoor Dead shows.
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1ambp5d/smoking_at_the_sphere/?onetap_auto=true&one_tap=true
https://www.reddit.com/r/deadandcompany/comments/1c7y3y5/sphere_smoking_updates/
It is illegal in the state of Nevada at indoor venues including the Sphere. I believe the Sphere has an outdoor area for people to smoke.
No kidding. I've been to plenty of venues that have a hard no smoking policy and throw you out on 1st offense.
The Sphere has a soft no smoking policy.
They give a warning
As to illegal
ROTFL
This is Vegas
Ain't Prostitution illegal??????
I'm not aware of a Sphere smoking area
They make it crystal clear no reentry
I'll check to see if there is a smoking area tonight
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May 26th, 2024 at 12:52:37 PM
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Tonight's show poster
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues
It's a Sunday show so probably get a Samson and Delilah
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues
It's a Sunday show so probably get a Samson and Delilah
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May 26th, 2024 at 3:51:43 PM
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He's here
Straight from Venice Beach
Straight from Venice Beach
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May 27th, 2024 at 2:11:05 AM
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Another strong show from Dead and Co.
Freaky Intermission
I was in section 302 and we had 2 medical emergencies during Intermission. One big lady was going nuts. Security was trying to help her out but she went from combative to totally limp while laughing then combative again. Back and forth. 5 guys and they could barely get her up 1 step. Her body would go limp as she said she didnt want to leave then laugh hysterically. I was in row 4 and it's a real steep 25 row climb to the exit. She must weighed about 250 and they struggled to move her just 1 step. If they grabbed her feet, she would start kicking.They brought in a flexible stretcher contraption made of canvas, got her in it and carried her out. A 10 minute struggle for 1 step to a quick 25 row climb carrying her in about 10 seconds. Just after that I turn around and I see a family behind me. Guy in his 40's , wife and young teen son. Suddenly he goes completely limp. His wife tries gently hitting his face get him to come out of it. Still totally limp with absolutely no response. Wife tries to feel for pulse in neck while somebody runs up the 25 steep rows to an exit to get EMT. The kid is watching this and freaking out crying. I literally thought this guy just died. Nobody knows what to do. His head just sideways with a completelylimp body. Somebody says they notice he is still breathing. Wife keeps looking towards the exit where help should come from. Suddenly he shakes a little and comes out of it. Wow. Amazing. EMT gets there. He says he's fine just wants to sit a minute to gather himself. His wife is there kneeling the whole time with her head down just trying to gather herself. He finally gets up with the EMTs and climbs out with his family.
Dead and Co
5/26/24 The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
Set 1
Samson and Delilah
Franklin's Tower
Jack Straw
Friend of the Devil
Ramble On Rose
Feel Like a Stranger
Set 2
Scarlet Begonias
Fire on the Mountain
All Along the Watchtower
Terrapin Station
Drums
Space
Wharf Rat
Cold Rain and Snow
US Blues
Morning Dew
Not Fade Away
Freaky Intermission
I was in section 302 and we had 2 medical emergencies during Intermission. One big lady was going nuts. Security was trying to help her out but she went from combative to totally limp while laughing then combative again. Back and forth. 5 guys and they could barely get her up 1 step. Her body would go limp as she said she didnt want to leave then laugh hysterically. I was in row 4 and it's a real steep 25 row climb to the exit. She must weighed about 250 and they struggled to move her just 1 step. If they grabbed her feet, she would start kicking.They brought in a flexible stretcher contraption made of canvas, got her in it and carried her out. A 10 minute struggle for 1 step to a quick 25 row climb carrying her in about 10 seconds. Just after that I turn around and I see a family behind me. Guy in his 40's , wife and young teen son. Suddenly he goes completely limp. His wife tries gently hitting his face get him to come out of it. Still totally limp with absolutely no response. Wife tries to feel for pulse in neck while somebody runs up the 25 steep rows to an exit to get EMT. The kid is watching this and freaking out crying. I literally thought this guy just died. Nobody knows what to do. His head just sideways with a completelylimp body. Somebody says they notice he is still breathing. Wife keeps looking towards the exit where help should come from. Suddenly he shakes a little and comes out of it. Wow. Amazing. EMT gets there. He says he's fine just wants to sit a minute to gather himself. His wife is there kneeling the whole time with her head down just trying to gather herself. He finally gets up with the EMTs and climbs out with his family.
Dead and Co
5/26/24 The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
Set 1
Samson and Delilah
Franklin's Tower
Jack Straw
Friend of the Devil
Ramble On Rose
Feel Like a Stranger
Set 2
Scarlet Begonias
Fire on the Mountain
All Along the Watchtower
Terrapin Station
Drums
Space
Wharf Rat
Cold Rain and Snow
US Blues
Morning Dew
Not Fade Away
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May 27th, 2024 at 10:16:21 AM
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A dead concert with real dead people.
Sanitized for Your Protection
May 29th, 2024 at 9:11:07 AM
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Sphere video Camera. Taking shots of the band and showing them on the Sphere screens
Love this Banksy/Dead shirt
Love this Banksy/Dead shirt
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May 29th, 2024 at 3:24:02 PM
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May 29th, 2024 at 4:07:09 PM
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Nature car seen in Strip casino parking lot today
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May 30th, 2024 at 11:45:34 AM
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Tonight's 5/30/24 Dead and Co Sphere poster
Hoping for a Viola Lee Blues tonight
Wondering if we will see a Bill Walton tribute
Hoping for a Viola Lee Blues tonight
Wondering if we will see a Bill Walton tribute
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May 31st, 2024 at 1:56:47 AM
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Another strong show number 7 from Dead and Co at the Sphere starting weekend 3. Overall the same video themes but of course some new songs not played previously and they mix it up. During the drums segment, they showed a video of Bill Walton sitting in on drums at an old Dead show. At the end of the final song, Fire on the Mountain ( rapped again by Mickey and in the unusual position of show closer) they displayed a fitting photo montage honering Bill Walton. At the end they left up his name and number as a tribute. Very well done Dead and Co.
Dead and Co
5/30/24 The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
Set 1
Iko iko
Eyes of the world
Bertha
Loser
El Paso
Cold Rain and snow
Set 2
Ripple
Estimated Prophet
Mr Charlie
Help On the Way
Slipknot
Franklin's Tower
Drums
Space
Standing on the Moon
Althea
Going Down the Road Feeling Bad
Knockin on Heavens Door
Fire on the Mountain
Dead and Co
5/30/24 The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
Set 1
Iko iko
Eyes of the world
Bertha
Loser
El Paso
Cold Rain and snow
Set 2
Ripple
Estimated Prophet
Mr Charlie
Help On the Way
Slipknot
Franklin's Tower
Drums
Space
Standing on the Moon
Althea
Going Down the Road Feeling Bad
Knockin on Heavens Door
Fire on the Mountain
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May 31st, 2024 at 12:09:23 PM
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Tonight's poster
Come on guys. How about a Viola Lee Blues tonight
Come on guys. How about a Viola Lee Blues tonight
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June 1st, 2024 at 8:13:04 AM
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Another kick ass show from Dead and Co. Show number 8 for me.
Dead and Co. The Sphere, Las Vegas NV
5/31/24
Set 1
Shakedown Street
Jack Straw
New Speedway Boogie
Row Jimmy Row
Tennessee Jed
Playing in the Band
Don't ease me In
Set 2
Uncle John's band
China Cat Sunflower
I know you Rider
Dark Star
Drums
Space
Stella Blue
Terrapin Station
Hell in a Bucket
Black Muddy River
Casey Jones
Dead and Co. The Sphere, Las Vegas NV
5/31/24
Set 1
Shakedown Street
Jack Straw
New Speedway Boogie
Row Jimmy Row
Tennessee Jed
Playing in the Band
Don't ease me In
Set 2
Uncle John's band
China Cat Sunflower
I know you Rider
Dark Star
Drums
Space
Stella Blue
Terrapin Station
Hell in a Bucket
Black Muddy River
Casey Jones
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June 1st, 2024 at 9:33:28 AM
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Thanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
June 1st, 2024 at 10:27:09 AM
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Quote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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I am not much of a music fan but I have probably been to 10 concerts in the last 40 years. I do not understand the appeal of live concerts because the music is never as good as on a recording.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
June 1st, 2024 at 10:47:38 AM
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Quote: DRichQuote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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I am not much of a music fan but I have probably been to 10 concerts in the last 40 years. I do not understand the appeal of live concerts because the music is never as good as on a recording.
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A lot of Dead songs have evolved since they were recorded.
For me, live music is about improvisation in the moment creating a unique version of a song letting your creativity flow within the structure of the song. It's akin to sports. Yea in practice you try to get your performance perfect like in the studio. Once in front of that roaring crowd, the excitement pushes the athlete or musician to new heights
It's about jamming
This band is really jelling. John Mayer brings it every night. I've been really really impressed with all the shows so far. They seem to be getting tighter. Last night's Terrapin Station was magnificent.
These posters been either hits or misses
Not impressed with tonight's poster
Maybe that means a real hot show.
Still hoping for a Viola Lee Blues
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June 1st, 2024 at 10:52:28 AM
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Quote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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What shows were you at?
I might have been there.
I saw Jerry Garcia all over the country back in the day.
About 120 times
Mostly up and down the east coast but did some west coast shows as well
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June 2nd, 2024 at 9:46:22 AM
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Another strong show from Dead and Company at the Sphere. This is show 9 for me. Checked out the after show band at the Tuscany. A lot of fun. Pic of the Sphere after the show
6/1/24
Set 1
Alabama Getaway
Music Never stopped
They Love Each Other
Ramble On Rose
Hurts me too
Lost Sailor
Saint of Circumstance
Set 2
Sugaree
St Stephen
Brown Eyed women
Cumberland Blues
Drums
Space
Dear Prudence
Sugar Magnolia
Scarlet Begonias
Sunshine Daydream
Brokedown Palace
Saturday night
6/1/24
Set 1
Alabama Getaway
Music Never stopped
They Love Each Other
Ramble On Rose
Hurts me too
Lost Sailor
Saint of Circumstance
Set 2
Sugaree
St Stephen
Brown Eyed women
Cumberland Blues
Drums
Space
Dear Prudence
Sugar Magnolia
Scarlet Begonias
Sunshine Daydream
Brokedown Palace
Saturday night
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June 2nd, 2024 at 1:04:13 PM
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Quote: terapinedQuote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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What shows were you at?
I might have been there.
I saw Jerry Garcia all over the country back in the day.
About 120 times
Mostly up and down the east coast but did some west coast shows as well
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Providence, RI and Meriwether Post Pavilion in MD for sure, and maybe Worcester, MA. All in the early to mid-80's. I remember more about the parking lot scene than the concerts really, but I specifically remember the initial note of Shakedown and the drums at MPP. You just can't get a body-shaking bass note like that from a studio album.
Edit: Oh, and Jerry band at Hampton Beach Casino around 1984.
June 2nd, 2024 at 1:25:27 PM
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Quote: DRichQuote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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I am not much of a music fan but I have probably been to 10 concerts in the last 40 years. I do not understand the appeal of live concerts because the music is never as good as on a recording.
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People other than DRich enjoy sharing good times with other people.
There is no way me sitting in my $100 seat for a Bills game gives me nearly as good a view as the multiple angles a seat on my couch provides via the TV.
Same concept for a live golf tournament. Etc….
I am not a music fan at all, but have enjoyed the people maybe more than the music at the few I’ve gone to.
Seriously, DRich, do you think ANYONE goes to a concert thinks they are going for better ‘quality’ music than they can produce in a studio?
June 2nd, 2024 at 1:34:42 PM
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Quote: TaxrBuxQuote: terapinedQuote: TaxrBuxThanks for the trip down memory lane. I saw a few shows back in the day. There really is no substitute for a live Dead show.
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What shows were you at?
I might have been there.
I saw Jerry Garcia all over the country back in the day.
About 120 times
Mostly up and down the east coast but did some west coast shows as well
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Providence, RI and Meriwether Post Pavilion in MD for sure, and maybe Worcester, MA. All in the early to mid-80's. I remember more about the parking lot scene than the concerts really, but I specifically remember the initial note of Shakedown and the drums at MPP. You just can't get a body-shaking bass note like that from a studio album.
Edit: Oh, and Jerry band at Hampton Beach Casino around 1984.
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Cool
I grew up a few miles from Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia Md
Saw all the Grateful Dead shows there
Great venue
Loved seeing Jerry Garcia Band. He saved some of his best material for JGB
Talk about body shaking drums in today's world
The Sphere and the Deads Drums/Space segment is taking body shaking to a whole new level
The Sphere has haptic seats that actually shake,vibrate and bounce you in synch with drums and space
Very popular segment of the show
By the way, none of the Sphere shows sold out
Very easy ticket
I'm getting in on discounted tix on the secondary market
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June 2nd, 2024 at 1:46:07 PM
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Quote: SOOPOO
Seriously, DRich, do you think ANYONE goes to a concert thinks they are going for better ‘quality’ music than they can produce in a studio?
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I suppose not. I don't understand the appeal but I realize we are all different. If I go to live sporting events it is usually college football and generally only if I haven't been to that campus before. I enjoy exploring college campuses that most people would find boring.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
June 2nd, 2024 at 1:53:47 PM
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Quote: DRichQuote: SOOPOO
Seriously, DRich, do you think ANYONE goes to a concert thinks they are going for better ‘quality’ music than they can produce in a studio?
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I suppose not. I don't understand the appeal but I realize we are all different. If I go to live sporting events it is usually college football and generally only if I haven't been to that campus before. I enjoy exploring college campuses that most people would find boring.
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In all my travels
There was only one college campus I was interested in checking out. Overall I do find them boring lol
Only because it had a tourist attraction
Touchdown Jesus
Seen it ?
Took this pic passing through
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June 2nd, 2024 at 1:54:24 PM
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Seriously, DRich, do you think ANYONE goes to a concert thinks they are going for better ‘quality’ music than they can produce in a studio?
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My dates are the ones who think the "other aspects" of the live show make up for the musical shortcomings, I generally do not.
There are exceptions. Opera seems to be better live, as are symphony orchestra and big band groups.
Harry Connick Jr. was an amazing show.
For most anything else, I prefer a good recliner and an excellent set of earphones.
May the cards fall in your favor.
June 5th, 2024 at 7:10:42 AM
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Are things too good to be true
Can a too good to be true message from Africa of all places be true
I'm on Reddit alot
Love the community of Deadheads on that site
I get a message out of the blue from a member
He has 3 tix, one for each nite this weekend and a VIP 2 night hotel package at the Venetian for Dead and Co at the Sphere.
He says he can't make the shows. He's in Africa on a business trip.
He doesn't want to go through the hassle of selling
He noticed my posts and likes me. He just wants to give me his 3 tix and 2 nite hotel already paid for. He said if I already have tix then Miracle somebody with his.
I'm very very very suspicious
I provide what info he needs to transfer everything
I get ready to react to any request for money.
I get emails from ticketmaster regarding tix transferred to me. I accept, check my ticketmaster app and 2 genuine tix are loaded. Wow
I get an email from Vibee, they handle the VIP hotel packages. They tell me the person paid the 50 dollar fee to transfer the prepaid Venetian hotel reservation into my name
I'm totally gobsmacked
I send Africa guy an email profusely thanking him and want to at least reimburse the 50 fee to transfer the hotel which is just 2 nights.
He responded with a don't worry about it, he didn't want it to go to waste.
Deadheads are the kindest
I'm excited to pay it forward and Miracle somebody with a free tix to the show
Miracles happen at Dead shows
Staying the Venetian 2 nights is costing me even though prepaid. I have to still pay the 50 a night resort fee and 18 dollar a day parking. Sheesh
Show 10 for me Thur Nite. Still hoping for a Viola Lee Blues
Can a too good to be true message from Africa of all places be true
I'm on Reddit alot
Love the community of Deadheads on that site
I get a message out of the blue from a member
He has 3 tix, one for each nite this weekend and a VIP 2 night hotel package at the Venetian for Dead and Co at the Sphere.
He says he can't make the shows. He's in Africa on a business trip.
He doesn't want to go through the hassle of selling
He noticed my posts and likes me. He just wants to give me his 3 tix and 2 nite hotel already paid for. He said if I already have tix then Miracle somebody with his.
I'm very very very suspicious
I provide what info he needs to transfer everything
I get ready to react to any request for money.
I get emails from ticketmaster regarding tix transferred to me. I accept, check my ticketmaster app and 2 genuine tix are loaded. Wow
I get an email from Vibee, they handle the VIP hotel packages. They tell me the person paid the 50 dollar fee to transfer the prepaid Venetian hotel reservation into my name
I'm totally gobsmacked
I send Africa guy an email profusely thanking him and want to at least reimburse the 50 fee to transfer the hotel which is just 2 nights.
He responded with a don't worry about it, he didn't want it to go to waste.
Deadheads are the kindest
I'm excited to pay it forward and Miracle somebody with a free tix to the show
Miracles happen at Dead shows
Staying the Venetian 2 nights is costing me even though prepaid. I have to still pay the 50 a night resort fee and 18 dollar a day parking. Sheesh
Show 10 for me Thur Nite. Still hoping for a Viola Lee Blues
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June 6th, 2024 at 10:30:49 AM
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Tonights poster
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues
Will I get one for show 10. Hopefully
Whenever I listen to an old Dead and Co show. I always pick a Viola Lee Blues show
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues
Will I get one for show 10. Hopefully
Whenever I listen to an old Dead and Co show. I always pick a Viola Lee Blues show
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June 7th, 2024 at 12:52:42 AM
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Another Dead and Co show. The guy that gave me the Venetian suite also gave me a ticket so I had and extra. I went out and surprised a Deadhead with a Miracle.
The guy sitting next to me showed up to the seat real late in the 1st set. I asked him where he was. He said on the floor. He told the Sphere he was tired and asked for a seat. They gave him the seat next to me that was apparently unsold. That's some superb Sphere service. I never heard of a venue doing this.
Show number 10 for me. Very exciting to get a Death Don't Have no Mercy. It's not played much. Great way to finish of a concert with one of the greatest classic rock songs ever written, Johnny B Goode
Dead and Co, The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
6/6/24
Set 1
New Minglewood Blues
Playing in the Band
Feel like a Stranger
Tennessee Jed
Weight
Peggy-O
Sugaree
Set 2
Here Comes Sunshine
China Cat Sunflower
I know you Rider
Estimated Prophet
Other One
Drums
Space
Death Don't Have no Mercy
Brown Eyed Woman
US Blues
Morning Dew
Johnny B Goode
This is hilarious, you have to be a Deadhead to get it.
The guy sitting next to me showed up to the seat real late in the 1st set. I asked him where he was. He said on the floor. He told the Sphere he was tired and asked for a seat. They gave him the seat next to me that was apparently unsold. That's some superb Sphere service. I never heard of a venue doing this.
Show number 10 for me. Very exciting to get a Death Don't Have no Mercy. It's not played much. Great way to finish of a concert with one of the greatest classic rock songs ever written, Johnny B Goode
Dead and Co, The Sphere, Las Vegas, NV
6/6/24
Set 1
New Minglewood Blues
Playing in the Band
Feel like a Stranger
Tennessee Jed
Weight
Peggy-O
Sugaree
Set 2
Here Comes Sunshine
China Cat Sunflower
I know you Rider
Estimated Prophet
Other One
Drums
Space
Death Don't Have no Mercy
Brown Eyed Woman
US Blues
Morning Dew
Johnny B Goode
This is hilarious, you have to be a Deadhead to get it.
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June 7th, 2024 at 4:05:45 PM
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Flavorflav raving about last night's show and running into Martha. This is the part of the show where the Sphere pretends to be Red Rocks Amphitheater
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June 7th, 2024 at 4:13:17 PM
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Tonight's poster
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues though absolutely thrilled to get Death Don't Have no Mercy last night.
I just love it when they do classic blues
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_Don%27t_Have_No_Mercy
Still looking for a Viola Lee Blues though absolutely thrilled to get Death Don't Have no Mercy last night.
I just love it when they do classic blues
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_Don%27t_Have_No_Mercy
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June 7th, 2024 at 9:54:05 PM
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Quote: terapinedHe's here
Straight from Venice Beach
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Wow! Glad to see he’s still doin’ his thing! I grew up near Venice Beach, and I’m pretty sure he’s been there since at least the 80’s! I can’t tell from the photo… Was he wearing roller blades/skates and following people around playing guitar?
Thanks for sharing your adventures with us, terapined! (Every time I see your name, I think of my Dad’s old Hudson Terraplane pickup from the 30’s, and Robert Johnson’s “Terraplane Blues”.)
Edit to add: The gentleman in the picture had a cameo in White Men Can’t Jump. They used quite a few of the guys I used to play pickup with as on-court extras…
It’s a dog eat dog world.
…Or maybe it’s the other way around!
