Random thoughts and randomness in general

[BillK522]

Last evening Basement Dance Party 2

surprisingly exceeded expectations,

burning many calories in the process.

A full serving of treats set the mindstage

for the genius of the Big Man, he delivered

in spades.  The show had a nice long set

break to refresh, and the energy in the room

propelled the party to add on two unscheduled

sets of acoustic Jerry.  Hoe Down grande.

 

 

Set One  83/10/21  Centrum

Music, Loser, CC Rider, Cumberland Blues, Cassidy,

Ramble on Rose, Brother Esau, BIG RR, Promised Land.

 

Set Two  81/05/16  Cornell

Shakedown>Bertha, Lost Sailor>Saint>D>

 

Set Two  85/06/24  RiverBend

S>Comes a Time>Other One>Cryptical>Wharf Rat>

Round and Round, Good Lovin'.

E:  US Blues.

 

After Show Acoustic Set One

87/10/31  Lunt Fontanne Theatre (Evening)

Swing Low Sweet Chariot, Deep Elem, Blue Yodel #9, 

Ballad of Casey Jones, Two Soldiers, Diamond Joe,

Gone Home, Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie, If I Lose,

Ragged But Right.

 

After Show Acoustic Set Two

87/10/31  Lunt Fontanne Theatre (Matinee)

I've Been All Around This World, I'm Troubled,

Short Life of Trouble, Blue Yodel #9, Spike Driver News,

Troubled In Mind, The Girl at the Crossroads Bar,

Bright Morning Stars, Ripple, Good Night Irene.

 

Praise DSO.

 

 

[bs69]

Back to school weekend. Moved one from Cincy area to Canton on Friday,  then up to Chicago with the other on Saturday. Just got home. I sure hope they're not right back here in two weeks,  I'm beat

[Mojo Hand]

On 8/14/2020 at 2:49 AM, Rude said:

Can’t wait til the racist fucks have their leader go down in flames. Wonder who’s white supremacist dick they will suck on next? Stephen Miller is likely best bet. I left Facebook almost 3 years ago because so many were exposed for their hypocrisy. The smart ones stopped defending the nonsense. I was tired of it all regardless. But its time to end this shit!!!!! 3 months until we can send the turd and his low IQ minions on their way. Luckily this is a dead site and not a kid Rock/ted nugent site. 

 

Rude - I don't mean to be critical and I am sorry if perceived that way.  I just want to offer an opinion which came about as a thought from your post which I quoted above.  I value and enjoy this forum and want to mention something that could become a potential issue for the forum in the future. 

 

Rude - you mention that you were forced to leave Facebook due to the exposed hypocrisy of others.  Based on the context of your post above, I am assuming you are referring to hypocrisy in the political arena.  In my experiences, Deadheads come in all political shapes and sizes.  It is a strong possibility that there are many here who disagree with your political leanings and may even be staunch supporters of our current administration. You have made many political statements in recent months, and I must admit that I am always curious if there will be rebuttals to follow.  Fortunately, there have not been many.  The reason I say fortunately is because my fear is that too much political discourse would ensue.  Soon enough, people would be tuning out of this site for exactly the same reason you have chosen to leave Facebook.  In my opinion, it is best to leave politics out of the DSO Forum...no matter how self-assured one is that he/she is on the correct side of the discussion.

 

For the record.  Just in case you are wondering what my motivation may be in the above statement, I agree with many of your political statements and disagree with others.  I would certainly enjoy talking politics and societal issues with someone like you.  I like talking politics with intelligent, well-informed individuals.  You are certainly that.  I am a down the middle Independent with some left and Socialist leanings, as well as some right and Libertarian leanings.  However, in these crazy times, any safe-haven where politics are off-limits is a welcome reprieve.  I have always viewed this music and the community surrounding it as the world's greatest safe haven.  We unite and find value and love for each other through our shared love of this music ...which helps us to accept, respect, and welcome our differences in the world at large.

 

Rude - I take no issue with your political opinions.  I just think about your Facebook statement and by extension the possible same thing occurring to the DSO Forum.  I am quite confident that there are a multitude of political opinions amongst this group.  If everyone posted political commentary with regularity....this site could very quickly erode into something completely unrecognizable and not all that pleasant.

 

Perhaps I am looking at this the wrong way.  I recognize that I am a bit of an outsider here.  I like using this platform as an on-line community to discuss matters of Grateful Dead and DSO.  I love that it's here and I enjoy reading other people's thoughts on my favorite music.  That being said, I am aware that that this site also exists as a means of communication for a group of tour friends and therefore my thoughts above may not exactly apply. Perhaps political commentary on this site should just be viewed as banter amongst friends.  Either way.....at least we all know we can agree on black licorice.  

 

 

[chuckvegas]

There used to be a Politics folder (or whatever is the correct terminology) in earlier iterations in the Forums. I'm not recommending that it be brought back, but it was a convenient place to keep political discourse. Of late I have wondered what discussions about, say,  agitation for regime change has to do with the greatest transition from Scarlet into Fire to be found in the Archive. I admit that I am not up on the latest disputations about Marxist praxis and theory, or the critical exegesis of “A well regulated Militia" in the Second Amendment. I just like to dance, although admittedly I'm not very good at that either.

[Mojo Hand]

A "politics folder" would be a good way to go also.  

[Greg from Chestertown]

You articulate well, Mojo. Nicely said. Rude’s posts have triggered thoughts with me but I have hesitated to post because this is all about the good ole’ Grateful Dead and Dark Star Orchestra first and foremost. In Rude’s defense, in his posts, it is obvious that this COVID thing has effected his life more than it has effected some of us. His livelihood has vanished. Might as well have taken his testicles. Gotta cut into manliness. He’s freaking and venting, first and foremost. 

[Rude]

I barely tolerated the turd previously, but only the very ill informed or ones whod follow him even if he shot someone on 5th Avenue would think he handled this pandemic well. He’s the head of the anti maskers ffs. People have been shot and attacked for refusing to wear masks and called it a liberal conspiracy. Promoting Qanon and already calling the election fraudulent is destroying the fabric of the country. And yes his refusal to take the pandemic seriously is why we are still fully in it as other countries are recovering. The steady stream of lies, dog whistles and threats of civil war if he doesn’t win is just too much. I hate narcissistic people as it is and this turd is the worst of the worst, but if you don’t understand economics and believe all manufacturing will return to America and immigration is bad then hes your guy. There’s good white supremacists too right. His fear mongering has already led to violence. Worried about the future with new congressmen who will win who back QAnon who’s main philosophy is that Hillary anc other Dems sell children as sex slaves. These are the dumbest our country has to offer that follow Q. 5g gives you Covid. 
 

Sorry but I won’t stay silent  anymore!

I won’t be complicit. 
 

I understand many are afraid to speak up. It’s ok. But I will speak up.

[Mojo Hand]

Not arguing or disagreeing with your politics Rude. Just trying to point out that the only thing that keeps the DSO Forum from turning into the same political shit show that motivated you to leave Facebook is that those on this forum who disagree with you choose not to engage. 

 

Hoping it stays that way and looking forward to brighter times ahead. Getting excited for Philly!

[Greg from Chestertown]

Yes, Philly! 

[Rude]

Seems weird now that it’s “political” to care about the health and well-being of people. Common sense never used to be political. Telling people don’t take drugs that don’t work or don’t drink bleach is political. This is the insanity we live in. One day saying lockdown then next day oppose the lockdown. Saying a mentally ill person should not be in charge of people’s lives shouldn’t be political. This ain’t about tax cuts or abortion. This is about new cdc regulations saying you shouldn’t be tested if you live with someone positive but you show no signs. That’s the newest way to lower cases after decreased federal funds to test. Yeah saying you got exposed and you need to be tested is political now. 
 

just read how many people in north Texas have been drinking bleach for corona. Theres no defending this shit. Someone who will go to any lengths to act like this is going away and refuses to do anything to help. Oh take this unproven drug. Then all the talking heads say it works. Oh drink bleach. He’s just being sarcastic. He’s a literal idiot. 
 

this is the random thoughts section   

[chuckvegas]

I would love to go to the Philly shows but I am from a red zone state. It is recommended that I quarantine for 14 days upon arrival. That isn’t practical and so I will not be complicit.

 

https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/coronavirus/Pages/Travelers.aspx

[Ammagamalin Crew]

These drive in shows need to hit the road! I think it would be a great way to get out in the neighborhood and kindle the grateful dead spirit 

[Rude]

4 minutes ago, Ammagamalin Crew said:

These drive in shows need to hit the road! I think it would be a great way to get out in the neighborhood and kindle the grateful dead spirit 

next year people with big fields will be set up for concerts. That’s the way to go. Buckeye lake would be a great place to hold 3-5k people shows. Just paint circles to abide by local guidelines and make people stay in their zones. We did a show at Garfield Park in indy that was set up that way. In the UK there’s that virgin mobile concert field with platforms. The big concert promoters have the winter to figure it all out. Don’t really like the drive in concept. I want to see only people but you need a large area to make it financially possible. But won’t matter to me that much as I’ll be sleep deprived and home for most of the next 2 years. 

[Island Bro]

I'm thinking next spring will be a drive in tour, or bust....time will tell.

[Rude]

 

hilarious

[BillK522]

In an ever evolving series, Basement Dance Party 3

pushed the limits of human endurance, fanning out

to a broader range of Grateful Dead textures.  The

whole night brought high quality work by the band,

and the ride home from DeKalb was absurd.  I would

love to have you all here for one of these, they have

been fun.  Music ended around 2:00, with full post

show silliness and Australian Rules Football.

 

Set One  90/03/25 Albany

Greatest Story, Touch, Wang Dang, Never Trust a Women,

Jack-A-Roe, Masterpiece, Bird Song, Let It Grow.

 

Set Two  74/05/19  Portland

1/2 Step, Big RR Blues, Black Throated, Scarlet Begonias,

BIODTL, Tenn.Jed, Bobby McGee, Sugaree, Jack Straw,

Must Have Been the Roses, El Paso, Loose Lucy,

Money Money, China>Rider.

 

Set Three  89/10/08  Hampton

Help On the Way>Slip Knot>Franklin's Tower, 

Victim or the Crime, Eyes of the World>D>

 

Set Three 77/10/29  DeKalb

S>St. Stephen>Not Fade Away>Black Peter>

Sugar Mags>Sunshine Daydream.

E:  One More Saturday Nite.

 

 

Praise DSO.

 

 

[Tea]

Jeeeeeezus!  Get this man an IV

[bs69]

On 8/26/2020 at 6:01 PM, Rude said:

I barely tolerated the turd previously, but only the very ill informed or ones whod follow him even if he shot someone on 5th Avenue would think he handled this pandemic well. He’s the head of the anti maskers ffs. People have been shot and attacked for refusing to wear masks and called it a liberal conspiracy. Promoting Qanon and already calling the election fraudulent is destroying the fabric of the country. And yes his refusal to take the pandemic seriously is why we are still fully in it as other countries are recovering. The steady stream of lies, dog whistles and threats of civil war if he doesn’t win is just too much. I hate narcissistic people as it is and this turd is the worst of the worst, but if you don’t understand economics and believe all manufacturing will return to America and immigration is bad then hes your guy. There’s good white supremacists too right. His fear mongering has already led to violence. Worried about the future with new congressmen who will win who back QAnon who’s main philosophy is that Hillary anc other Dems sell children as sex slaves. These are the dumbest our country has to offer that follow Q. 5g gives you Covid. 
 

Sorry but I won’t stay silent  anymore!

I won’t be complicit. 
 

I understand many are afraid to speak up. It’s ok. But I will speak up.

Time for a nice glass of bourbon and a good night's sleep. You're sounding like Ren in "Space Madness"

[Rude]

Ive had 5 nights sleep and a lot of bourbon since I wrote that. There are no inaccuracies or lies in that post. 

[2muchfun]

On 8/26/2020 at 5:01 PM, Rude said:

I barely tolerated the turd previously, but only the very ill informed or ones whod follow him even if he shot someone on 5th Avenue would think he handled this pandemic well. He’s the head of the anti maskers ffs. People have been shot and attacked for refusing to wear masks and called it a liberal conspiracy. Promoting Qanon and already calling the election fraudulent is destroying the fabric of the country. And yes his refusal to take the pandemic seriously is why we are still fully in it as other countries are recovering. The steady stream of lies, dog whistles and threats of civil war if he doesn’t win is just too much. I hate narcissistic people as it is and this turd is the worst of the worst, but if you don’t understand economics and believe all manufacturing will return to America and immigration is bad then hes your guy. There’s good white supremacists too right. His fear mongering has already led to violence. Worried about the future with new congressmen who will win who back QAnon who’s main philosophy is that Hillary anc other Dems sell children as sex slaves. These are the dumbest our country has to offer that follow Q. 5g gives you Covid. 
 

Sorry but I won’t stay silent  anymore!

I won’t be complicit. 
 

I understand many are afraid to speak up. It’s ok. But I will speak up.

And I thought I needed Xanax!

Just to stoke him and show courage....Some manufacturing has already returned and I believe ILLEGAL immigration is bad.

 

Take a deep breath.

[Greg from Chestertown]

Decaf?

[Rude]

You don’t need to demonize a race of people to enforce immigration laws. You don’t need to play to the racists to enforce the laws. But with a 2 bit reality star, he wants ratings. Trying to divide the country like never in our lives. Now the election that hasn’t happened is already rigged. He’s trying to get the followers who believe conspiracies to take up arms. 
 

this is his latest conspiracy. Even Laura Ingraham whos a conspiracy theorists is confused by it. Evidently planes full of thugs wearing gear are flying commercial to tear down cities. This is the president ffs 

 

What does that mean?” asked Ingraham, a staunch supporter of the president who seemed flummoxed by what he was saying. “That sounds like conspiracy theory, dark shadows. What is that?”

 

“No. People that you haven't heard of. They are people that are on the streets, they're people that are controlling the streets. We had somebody get on a plane from a certain city this weekend,” Trump said. “And in the plane, it was almost completely loaded with thugs wearing these dark uniforms, black uniforms with gear and this and that. They're on a plane.”

 

“Where is this?” asked Ingraham.

 

“I'll tell you sometime, but it's under investigation right now,” said Trump. “But they came from a certain city, and this person was coming to the Republican National Convention. And there were like seven people on the plane like this person and then a lot of people were on the plane to do big damage.”

 

 

if you believe anything out of his mouth I feel for you. 

 

 

[Greg from Chestertown]

Orange you glad that he’s in charge? I keep thinking about how his formal education is at a military school. Scares me. He’s up to something and making headway. All the nonsense that froths from his mouth reminds me of a magician who is flashing his hand around over here while the other hand is putting the rabbit in the hat. There’s the distraction and then there’s the action. 

[Ammagamalin Crew]

I tell you what,  the weather this past weekend for the Hyryder show on the river was unbelievable,  the wind breezing in and the cloud formations made for a truly hallucinatory sunset. I am soooooo into the upcoming indy show this Saturday.  Hyryder has some magic they're weaving, ended the first set with I need a miracle end of song blues jam going into a down and dirty wang dang doodle. They opened quite a few portals throughout the night. Two big delicious sets and couldn't have been a nicer crowd. Black Peter in the middle of the first set said it all..."go run and see, run, run and seeeeee..."

 

THANK YOU FOR THE INTRODUCTION/ INDOCTRINATION !!!!!⚡⚡

[Rude]

8 minutes ago, Ammagamalin Crew said:

I tell you what,  the weather this past weekend for the Hyryder show on the river was unbelievable,  the wind breezing in and the cloud formations made for a truly hallucinatory sunset. I am soooooo into the upcoming indy show this Saturday.  Hyryder has some magic they're weaving, ended the first set with I need a miracle end of song blues jam going into a down and dirty wang dang doodle. They opened quite a few portals throughout the night. Two big delicious sets and couldn't have been a nicer crowd. Black Peter in the middle of the first set said it all..."go run and see, run, run and seeeeee..."

 

THANK YOU FOR THE INTRODUCTION/ INDOCTRINATION !!!!!⚡⚡

that was a super fun time!!! They push the envelope and a few times they came back together a beat off and laughed on stage but true improvising leads to that and those guys get lost in the music. I’d say they are between true dead and JRAD style but closer to dead, but make the songs their own style. Us midwesterners are lucky to have them play so much this summer. Ive seen many tributes and they are by far my favorite who aren’t a national tribute and really good guys too. Was surprised how many were there. Prob 500+. You will get to meet PG and hubby this weekend indy too. Gr8tfulpair had to back out or he’d have been there too. 
 

edit: this was the 1st time we’d hung out since 2014 cincy Dso show. Was a blast