The Daily Nugs - September 23, 2024
From Grateful Dead of the Day
Today we celebrate the life of Robert Hunter, Jerry's life-long friend and collaborator and lyricist for the Grateful Dead, who passed away on this day in 2019. Read more about the man and take in his incredible music at Grateful Dead of the Day.
The Dead were always re-imagining themselves. And on this show from 1972, you can start to hear the characteristic '73 sound emerge. But beyond that, there is also a whole lot of spectacular music here from the smoking Deal and otherworldly Playin' to the majestic Wharf Rat and last full Other One Suite until 1985. Give it all a listen at Grateful Dead of the Day.
The boys might have been a bit tired on the penultimate night of a nine-show run at MSG in 1988, but they don't let on, opening with a fun Let the Good Times Roll, playing a rare Dupree's, and cooking up a compelling I Will Take You Home> Other One> Stella out of Space. You won't want to miss Phil's ever-present bombs, Brent jamming along with Billy and Mickey into Drums, and Bobby's epic lyrical flub in Promised Land that leads to an extended jam. Listen to it all!
An always welcome Let The Good Times Role kicks off the first set from this night at Madison Square Garden in ‘88. Watch the action on video at Grateful Dead of the Day.
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Until tomorrow, spread the love and enjoy the music!