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With all the top 5 talk i came to play. And i wasn't alone!

Here's what i sent to Tim Walther. I ask that others who feel similarly do the same. Info@allgoodpresents.com This email is intended for Tim Walther. Hello. My name is Aaron Stein. I am a long time fan of DSO, having attended nearly 400 shows since 2002. I am a friend of the band and well known by many as a deadicated dancer and musician. I attended "Gratefulfest" at Nelson Ledges from 2004-2011 and DSO jubilee from 2012-14, 16-17, and just this past weekend. I'm including all of this Not to brag but to give you a sense of my involvement in the DSO family. First of all, i appreciate what you do. So thank you. Many of us were very upset this past weekend by the choice to fence off a large area stage right for "performers". I didn't attend last year but I'm told the area was more off to the side. As I'm sure you are aware, and as Jerry has been explicitly quoted, this music is dance music. This Music is not about performers and spectators being separate- we are all the show. This Music was born of the Acid Tests, in which everyone was the centerpiece of the show. If dancing wasn't a part of it, i wouldn't be part of it. Legend Valley is terrible for dancing. Uneven ground and rocks everywhere make it not only difficult to move gracefully but frankly are dangerous. Now the best area for dancing is stage right (crowd left) up front. The first night it wad wide open (as well as every other year I've attended). The third night started open and they had the audacity to move us DURING THE LAST SONG OF THE FIRST SET. they didn't even begin their stuff until set two so they easily could have waited until set break. The dancing occurring Sunday night was some of the best, most communal, blissed out that I've ever experienced (need I cite my credentials again??). On night two there was a lady on a pogo stick like thing, bouncing around. This was unsafe. My friend, who was outside the fenced in area, got hit in the head by her hula hoop. It left a bump, but more importantly it was a shock that took him out of the moment and ruined his show. Frankly, you are lucky that he doesn't want to press charges. Another friend got whipped by her as well. Need i say anything about the inherent danger of fire spinning? It smells horrible and is certainly not healthy. The whole thing is really quite distracting from the show- the show that we are a part of and in which we are performers. Am i saying to not include it? Well, i don't care for it but i imagine some people like it. Please move it somewhere else next year- not right next to the stage, not in the only viable dance area. Please consider what i have said here. I want to continue to support your productions but if this isn't changed there will be many upset fans- deadicated fans who travel far for these shows (as far as Washington state). Maybe back by the soundboard is an appropriate place. And maybe don't include the fire spinning at all. Another consideration might be having a designated dancing section. Once again, this is dance music. Thank you for listening. I will be sharing this email on the DSO forums and you can expect to receive more emails of this nature. Aaron Stein

It's not about banning...but like you said, you don't like spilled booze on the dance floor so you don't carry it 😉 Additionally, since music and dancing are synonymous, I've always been in support of a designated dance section. The ideal section is up front for two reasons. The first is so that there is no traffic through the dancers. The second is so the band can see!

Consider this Rude. Freedom has many angles. I think i have the right to be free of cigarette smoke. I don't smoke so why should i have to be exposed to it? If you want to poison yourself it's your choice but I'm not choosing it. I've also been burnt by people's cigarettes on multiple occasions. It's just inconsiderate. If you weren't biased by the addiction I'm pretty sure you'd be in agreement. And i do breath it in. Is it as bad as the fire spinners? No, but that is not a fair basis for argument.

the doobies are much less of a concern than cigarette smoke. I am simply appalled that people think it's ok to smoke cigarettes In a crowd. But yeah i don't like being stopped mid dance and offered a joint. I just want to dance 🙂

No phones no smoke on the dance floor.

I will be emailing Tim Walther when i get home. I think others should too.

Second this. Put the "performaners" somewhere else- anywhere but right there. And here's 2 more cents. This is a problem i have with....humanity. When did show going become a spectator sport? Everyone On their phones, very little participation. This Music and scene was born of the Acid Tests where everyone was the show. Additionally, the fire spinning smells disgusting. All complaints aside, my favorite jubilee show ever. Just an epic dance party, so many people freely expressing themselves and loving eachother. Much gratitude to all involved, fans bands and crews. Yay!

"Let's get down and dirty, baby. Let's get sweet and low"

LSD isn't a drug. It is at the very foundation of this music. Cocaine and heroine ruined it and Jerry's life. Then again, he was carrying a heavy burden....

We were stage right, audience left. This show is still the best of the three that I've seen this run but i have a feeling that something from Jubilee will take it's place.

The songs are in different keys. Also, women are smarter features Hammond organ and aiko typically not (but maybe sometimes). There is a subtle rhythm difference as well. I've been known to guess incorrectly... 🙂

Queen Jane is a spinners delight. Then again, it's all subjective. This setlist was boring to me with some highlights sprinkled throughout. Throwing stones>nfa is the epidome of "standard 80s finisher". That being said, When in the right mood, i can love it. Shit, I've had a blast dancing to Samba in the Rain. Still waiting for Barraco to get the cahones to sing that one 😄 consider that a challenge if you're reading this...

Super boring setlist but dso always delivers above what the setlist shows.

Almost looks like a 73-74 first set....love this show. Sitting out this weekend with a damaged rib, hoping to be whole by next wknd for jubilee.

Second set songs could all be encores....it's an extended encore. How long was it?

I'm always so happy for people when they get their first 69er. Having seen 10-20 i prefer not to catch one more than twice a year. For this era set and setting are so important....it's gotta be a safe and appropriate place to freak out.

There was this one called "space"...it was strange

With the organ on stage and Lisa i assumed from the get-go that it was an elective. I've been Peaking since 05 and just last visit discovered the balcony. Don't wanna talk about it too much, give others ideas...but it is the killer dance zone. Did anyone else think that the shakedown was crazy good? Wowzers This final statement led me to some research...111 help on the ways and 223 franklins....so not rare at all, more common in fact.

St Augustine was the best dance party and venue. Tallahassee my fav show....love those middle school electives. Thank you Bix for linking so many of us together. You truly are a butterfly 🙂

Reading this makes me excited for black mountain Chuckvegas- this is the year.

Tally-Ho!

Diverted from plans and went to Tallahassee. Very pleased we made that choice. Middle school electives are the best. "There's never been a best as blessed this"

First set elective Hard to handle China rider Dancin Cumberland New Orleans Till the morning comes Hurts me too Viola lee blues 2nd set 3-29-69 Sammy's birthday show yay! Those who know her, love her~ These guys aren't bad.