The Daily Nugs - March 9, 2025
From Grateful Dead of the Day
On this day in 1985, the Dead delivered a sweet night of music, including a rare China Cat> Cumberland that is bubbling with effervescence. There's also an exuberant Other One> Wheel> Sugar Mags. This was just the fourth show - and first Bertha - since Jerry's drug bust. Listen to the entire show and read about the circumstances of the Dead's intervention and Jerry's bust at Grateful Dead of the Day.
This 1981 show takes a few song to gather momentum. But once it does - certainly by the fantastic Deep Elem Blues - hold on tight. Everything from then on - Bird Song, Minglewood, China> Rider, Uncle John's, and The Other One> Stella, among others - is such top-shelf material, the cream of the early 80s. Give it all a listen at Grateful Dead of the Day.
Our guest and MSG connoisseur, Max Wiener, wants you to know that the Deep Elem Blues that the Dead played in the hallowed confines of the Garden at the above 1981 show is something special. Give the song and Max's interview on Head’s Tales a listen.
This audience-shot video captures the entirety of the show. And Bruce is in full-effect throughout the evening during his waning days as a full-time member. The Dark Star into Drums and the Morning Dew that closes out the second set are just two of the highlights. Enjoy it all at Grateful Dead of the Day.
A very happy birthday to Zakir Hussain, the great Indian tabla player and longtime friend of Mickey and the rest of the boys. Read about Zakir's time on stage with the Dead and jamming with Jerry as a teenager.
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Until tomorrow, spread the love and enjoy the music!