Any comments on the showJoin us as we review December 28, 1983. This marks the half way mark for shows performed on Dec 28 in the history of Grateful Dead. This might not be the best show they put on, but does have some quality moments. Lucie is happy Birdsong is back in our life while dad enjoys the other one, again.

Any comments on the showWe are about half way though our December 28th series. This show had its ups and downs and Lucie and I might have as well. This week we talk about Brent as top performer of the week, Jerry having an off night, and another Stella Blue. Let the good times roll as we discuss 12/28/1989.

Any comments on the showThis week we discuss 1981 and this great show from the year end run. Some topics include where should Loser be placed, Stella Blue and St. of Circumstance. We also hear about Lucie's vacation as she is fired up for this show.

Any comments on the showThis week we take a break from December 28th concerts and discuss the 30 for 30 documentary "The Luckiest Guy in the World". A documentary focused on Grateful Dead's biggest fan, Bill Walton. We will be back next week with a new concert review but wanted to do something a little different this week. Hope you enjoy.

Any comments on the showIn today's episode we talk about songs with the word blues in them that were sung by our heroes as well as a discussion about the 2nd most popular song by the band. Enjoy the listen as we discuss this great show from 1970.

Any comments on the showDad & Lucie discuss this short but solid show from 1986. We also talk about top trends in 1986, mention dad's cooking and give thanks to the listeners. Enjoy the show.

Any comments on the showDad & Lucie take a trip back to 1982 to listen to a confusing Friend of the Devil, an encore that covered the Stones & Dylan and much more. Join us as we discuss the 3rd episode of the 15 shows played on 12-28 by our heroes.

Any comments on the showJoin us as we listen to this great show that starts and ends with Lucie's favorite. We also talk about the best of 1991, questions on Uncle John's Band and Bob Dylan covers. Our second episode this season is a can't miss.

Any comments on the showWe are back for an exciting 4th installment of My Daughter is a Deadhead. This season we are focusing on the star of our show and celebrating her15 soon to be 16 trips around the sun. Listen as we start the journey in 1979 with our first listen to Shakedown Street, a great Dire Wolf and a preview of what to expect over the next few months.

Any comments on the showIn this episode we complete our trip around the garden state with a Dead & Co show. We talk about NJ legends Blues Traveler and complete our Garden State Parkway Rankings of best NJ shows. We will be signing off for a bit, we hope you enjoyed this trip. And as Lucie would say Be Kind.

Any comments on the showIn one of the last performances of the band, and the last time they played in NJ, Lucie and dad go over this uneven show. Lucie expresses her March Madness frustration. Our NJ comparison this week is Jon Bon Jovi.

Any comments on the showLucie and Dad jump into the last show ever at the Brendan Byrne Arena. The set list is packed with the likes of Dark Star, We Bid You Goodnight and Attics of My Life. We do a deep dive into what Grateful Dead song fellow Jersey band the Jonas Brothers would have made a hit if they sang from this set list. Enjoy the listen.

Any comments on the showOn this night Grateful Dead welcomed Stephen Stills, so we welcomed our friend Shawn. We discuss this great show, that showcases elements of what is to come, an epic Looks Like Rain and a discussion of My Chemical Romance and the Grateful Dead. Enjoy the listen.

Any comments on the showThe boys go to the State University of NJ on this day in 1981. They play a great show where dad learned Black Peter was a 2nd set staple and Lucie continues her love of Candyman. We also talk about the Grateful Dead and Patty Smith. And once again analyze the the fantastic four of combo's. Rankings are getting clearer so listen to find out where this ranks in our tour of the Garden State.

Any comments on the showDad & Lucie do something a little different and discuss Jerry Garcia Band at Kean College during Feb 1980. Dad relives his first trip to SF and his want to meet Catfish John. Lucie admits dozing off during the show but still liked it overall. We also discuss Frank Sinatra and the Dead.

Any comments on the showAnother labor day weekend show in the garden state. The boys tune up for their shows at the Pyramid with this Giant Stadium Spectacular. We dive into the fantastic four of songs in set 2, and also talk about the merits of a $15 bill. We also examine what Dead song, NJ superstar Halsey would kill and how many degrees we can link her to the band. Enjoy.

Any comments on the showThis week Lucie and I delve into a great performance at the Capitol Theatre in the spring of 1977. We discuss the differences of 1976 & 1977, talk about Paul Simon and try to determine if one of these songs is the best of Donna Jean and if Jerry and Bobby should have been included in the We are the World group of artists. Enjoy the show.

Any comments on the showDad and Lucie welcome a very special guest to the show this week, Nana. She tells us stories of her youth and provides fun insights on the show. We also talk about Frankie Vali and see how he would do singing the dead. Enjoy the show as we continue to tour the Garden State.

Any comments on the showThe Dead head up the turnpike to Jersey City NJ for a show at the Stanley Theater. The set list is as Lucie calls it wonky but the show itself great. We also discuss what song Whitney Houston would have rocked for the Dead and listen to the one song they both covered. Enjoy the show.

Any comments on the showOur third season will take us though our home state of New Jersey and it starts in 1971 with the Grateful Dead performing in Princeton. It is a Pigpen heavy show and I think those are the ones Lucie and I like the best. We also talk about NJ music icon Bruce Springsteen and how he would have fit in with the dead. This is just the start of our trip around the Garden State.