Esoteric Jeff  (6/30/2026 8:55:05 PM)

It's one of the two most famous Dead shows of all time (the other is Cornell 5/8/77). Many would argue Cornell is overrated. NOBODY will ever say that about 5/2/70. A warm acoustic set, where the band masters an unruly crowd reacting to the recently revealed bombing of Cambodia (Kent State was two days later). An immaculate (albeit monaural and slightly truncated) electric set. All songs are peak performances, even stalwarts like Casey Jones. This show is Dead 101. Even if you know NOTHING, start here.

   Jake  (5/22/2026 8:48:17 AM)

Overlooked Dancin’. Jerry is certainly dancin’ all over the fretboard

   Ian  (5/11/2026 9:19:32 AM)

One of the best of the early dead concerts. This show lives up to the hype. Bobby is still not fully in sync with the sound he would be remembered for, however, the recording of the acoustic set and electric set are just both gems. A very good look into the band with Pigpen and the way the songs take shape before they perfected them later by 1972.

   M Barnhill  (5/9/2026 7:30:26 PM)

Amazing show. First set could make anyone a deadhead. The second set is slower tempo than other second sets and is a Phil Bombs shows!!! Lots of band banter and a great NY show!

   EasyMath_56  (5/4/2026 8:38:57 PM)

I remember having a vinyl bootleg of this in college in 1974. This was quintessential Dead; The Good ‘Ol Grateful Dead if ever there was.

   Mikey Freshh  (5/4/2026 2:48:57 PM)

Cold Rain and Snow was the one missing song on the original Dick’s Picks vol.8. This is now the complete concert. Very Nice work ??

   Bill  (5/2/2026 8:47:28 PM)

Thank you for adding “Cold Rain And Snow” to the set!

   StellaBlue72  (4/29/2026 2:50:26 PM)

Is it safe to assume this show was recorded by Bear? It’s awesome!