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Mark Berkheimer's Collection

Ratdog   08/09/1995

Casino Ballroom, Hampton Beach, NH
Source source: FM-SBD > CM? > CDR > WAV > SHNv3 at least 1 gen of cassette, definitely no MP3 DAE (EAC, high, secure, offset corrected) via Chris L.
Media CDR   2 discs
Notes The Night Jerry Died. An audience splice starts in 'throwing stones' and continues through most of 'every little light.' Last night wasn't a show. it was a wake, and the sermon was given by Robert Hall Weir. Throwing Stones: Weir sang over and over: "Papa's gone, we are on our own!" I have never seen such GUTS by any individual like a few thousand people witnessed by four men. especially Weir. At the end of an unbelievable Knockin', Weir, in anger and in pain, tossed his guitar to the ground and bolted stage right! The last verse included, "Why is it such a damn waste/ I believe I'm knockin' on Heaven's door." The Club Casino set up speakers outside in the parking lot for the ticketless. a grand gesture. Before the set started, Weir said: "Well, if there's anything our friend taught is, it's that music can be used to ease us through the sad times." Wasserman's Amazing Grace solo was indescribable, with tears streaming down his face at its bittersweet end. I have nothing but the deepest admiration for Bob Weir! He is a true brother! By all rights, he could have easily been in the bay area, but he chose to play. He needed to get it out of his system. a true musician paying homage to family! A true soul! At the end of Knockin', there were numerous chants of "JERRY, JERRY" before it segued into the NFA chant. for over 15 minutes!!!! I lost it at the end of Knockin'. I broke down. and then the NFA chant! For a Deadhead, there was no place you'd rather be than at Hampton Beach. ---author unknown
Trades Allowed Yes
Ratings Show: A    Sound: A
Owned by Mark Berkheimer · Last Updated May 23, 2023