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• I was there!

  Reviewed By: Redeft

  This was an awesome show! I was 20 and traveling the world after dropping out of college. A good time was had by all!

• finally here

  Reviewed By: fatboylivesinusa

  been waiting for this for yuears and with patiance your wihs comes true. cant wait to get this home to listen to over and over

• I was there too

  Reviewed By: Ash Alam

  Yes indeed it was the 70s high light ,never can forget as if it was yesterday , when ever I pass by the pyramids I always remember the good things happend over there and keep singing row jerry row

• My First Dead Show

  Reviewed By: Benny Naginis

  I had arrived in Egypt for a year of college a few days before the first show. Among our group of American college students was DH Dave Brayer from Rochester who was going to school at Amherst College. In our explorations we saw the ads and ticket booths. Dave encouraged us to get to all three shows but I was rather freaked out by new environs and could only make it to the last of the three: 9-18-78. I had some Red Lebanese (a story all by itself) and with my trusty camera I spent most of the show at the foot of the stage staring up at Bobby and occasionally calling for the band to let loose. I had heard of the GD, was familiar with Truckin', Casey Jones and a few others but it was not until living with Dave and listening to his tapes that I began to become aware of what I had experienced. There was no crush or rush on the stage that night, none of the bay area bitterness about staking out territory; just plenty of room to roam, dance,and casually check out spots in front of Jerry, Keith, Donna, and Phil.The pictures I took are not great yet they are a real and original memory. Dave was even able to place his boombox on the stage to make his tapes of the show! It was years before I was able to be front row again and the mellowness of the front of the stage from that night still remains a dream come true. I recognized the band as especially tight and I found "All Over Now", Candyman", "Good Lovin" and "Ollin Arageed" to be immediately appealing. For me, it was Fire on the Mountain that got me hooked. I can't thank Dave enough for getting me on the bus and I continue to pray for the health and happiness of all the kind DHs I have met on the way. Love is real ...

• Me, too

  Reviewed By: Peter Shelton

  I was 18, dropped out of Cal when I read in Herb Caen about the plans for the show. I have a framed poster and handbill from the show, along with some Egyptian pounds, all framed in a shadow box together. Remember the Oxford hotel?

• It was so uncrowded

  Reviewed By: mario veille

  Wonderful description Benny. I was there too. 25, from San Francisco, 1st time east of the rockies. I`ll always remember the scene in front of stage, so uncrowded, walk and stand where ever you feel, so open, just like the surrounding desert. Instead of a bunch of blue coats standing in front of the stage, it was Bill Walton, arm in a cast. I remember hanging out a little ways back, dancing with the local Egyptians under the full moon. Dancing, smiling, flowing. We may not have shared the same verbal language, but we certainly shared somthing very very special. So looking foward to seeing the dvd. It`s been a long time.

• Ths is great!

  Reviewed By: borncrosseyed56

  The music sounds great when mixed right, some very strong performances here, and the DVD is really wonderful. Although I was not there, the DVD really brings it home to me, wishing that I was. Now I know why these shows were called "legendary."

• It Only Took 30 Years!

  Reviewed By: PHILIP WOLF

  At last an Official release of the legendary shows under Egyptian skies and a moon that was in full eclipse. 690 lucky souls and thousands of tribesmen and camels basked in the lights and sounds of the Gizar Sound & Light Theater. Now 30 years on, I am able to listen to three CD's of magic, that has some many shades of color, tone and outright Joy. I have yet to watch the DVD, But, I know that will be a fine experience as well. Bravo, Grateful Dead, I have waited three decades to arrive at a star-filled night near the Nile, and enjoy this Music. It is here, at last, and it is Magic!

• Not that Great

  Reviewed By: Rum

  I wasnt even really considering to buy this but as I was browsing music at Borders I noticed that this release was on sale for 27 bucks. I thought what the heck and went ahead and bought it. I am very dissapointed with the DVD as far as the video part of it goes. Most of the songs are shot from a camera side stage and its so dark you cant really even see the band. I can see why this was never released while the vault was under control of GDP.

• In the land of the dark, the ship of the sun is drawn by the Grateful Dead!

  Reviewed By: Mr.Mcdooglefish

  What a nice treat to have this stuff released. Great sound, cool dvd.It would have been nice to have some interviews with band members and crew included on the dvd.Other than that, this is awesome!

• In the land of the dark, the ship is drawn by the Grateful Dead!

  Reviewed By: Mr.Mcdooglefish

  This is a real treat to have for the collection. Great sound and a real cool DVD.Only one thing though, it would have been great to have some interviews with band members, crew members and Bill Walton on the DVD. With that said, this is a must have for any fan of the Dead.

• Good music, poor packaging

  Reviewed By: WonderDog

  Though the Dead always claimed that they played poorly in Egypt, this set, in many ways, proves them wrong. There are some rough patches, but the music is generally great. What I don't like about this set is the packaging. I know several people who, like me, have had to pick away bits of adhesive from the CDs. The sleeves come apart easily, and the glue gets on the discs. Some can be cleaned, but others cannot. For the price, quality control could be better.

• Great music, great memories...

  Reviewed By: Alessandro Marroni

  I'm from Rome, Italy, and I'm 49 now. At 19 I made my first trip overseas. I was in NY and then I made all the way coast-to-coast to California. As I was there, I felt what the Dead mean for californians and San Francisco's people specially! I was so lucky to see Jerry and co. on Tv from Egypt - just a reportage - and to see live show at Winterland on Oct 22! great music, great memories! Thank you, guys.

• Very Happy

  Reviewed By: rhythmdevil

  I was skeptical at first about this release since I've heard these shows via various sources. I remember them as slow and boring. But after listening to this package I'm very happy I purchased it. Though not a complete show(s), the selected tracks show much energy to my surprise. HDCD makes such a improvement over fore mentioned various sources.

• 50 something & stll sounds good to me!

  Reviewed By: Barry Landers

  Been going to shows and listening for over 30 yrs. of my life. I am real happy with the sights and sounds of the CD/DVD. The HDCD quality sound makes a big difference as I've heard these tapes b4 but not as crystal clear. Enjoy, I know I did! Barry Landers

• my cd had glue on it and the dvd wont play

  Reviewed By: john griffith

  very bad experience with this site and the order!

• glue and scratches

  Reviewed By: Hans Hermann Moll

  I'm sorry, but I had the aforemetioned problem too. Bought it via amazon, had glue on the DVD and the sphinx of the package was not standing up (lack of glue) . DVD wasn't running well, always stopped or went to another track by itself.. So I sent it back. Next item had no glue on the discs, but also no glue on one of the pouches and there were scratches on the DVD. So I sent it back to get my money back. The music also isn't very convincing to me, somewhat untogether, I feel. I got "Movie", "Trucking up to Buffalo"; "Dick's Pick 1", "Vault 1 to 3", Cow Palace", "Winterland December 31", "Rockpalast - German TV Concert", "Fillmore West 1969", "Hundred Year Hall", "Rocking the Rhine". With all these concerts I might well compare. But I wasn't in Egypt at that time, so I haven't got any memory. Well, things can't always be perfect. Main thing is: Obama 's won. So congratulations to everyone across the Atlantic Ocean!!

• This release is a waste

  Reviewed By: Travis Boone

  I wouldnt waste my money on this release if I knew what I know now. The first disc had glue on it, the spine of packaging was crushed and on top of all of that the show wasn't good. There is no groove at all with exception to a couple of songs this was not a good show. The only thing that was made it not a complete failure was the vacation tapes part of the DVD. Bonus disc is no bonus, it sucks. FULL SHOWS PLEASE!!!

• amazing night in France

  Reviewed By: guillaume raimon

  I am watching the DVD, well, I am feeling so good with the band and the deadheads in egypt, like I was in the past with everybody! thank you so much, the dead, for making me so happy I send u all my love from Plaisir, France

• HORRIBLE RELEASE

  Reviewed By: brad byers

  I cannot believe this is an official release. what a waste of $40. while i can appreciate the historical value of these egypt shows, what i cannot believe is that its an actual release. the shows were pathetically played, with no real emotion. dead heads have listened to these recordings for years, and most have voiced the same sentiments that i have. I will not buy this package for a few reasons... 1) shows suck 2) not a complete show hopefully someone over there will start to give us what we already had...more dicks picks, more complete shows, more instant downloads, and WELL played shows.

• WHERE IS THE FIRST NIGHT?

  Reviewed By: larry kelley

  tHE REASON THE ALBUM IS SO MEDIOCRE IS THAT THE FIRST NIGHT--SEPT. 14--IS COMPLETELY OMITTED, AND, OF COURSE, THIS WAS THE BEST SHOW, BY FAR YES, I WAS THERE.

• Not Great for me

  Reviewed By: Kevin Mann

  Wasnt thrilled with this one. Miss the view from the vault series would love to see a Providence RI show on DVD from the late 80's or earl 90's

• Glue and scratches with no customer support

  Reviewed By: Grateful Jerry

  I preordered this with the bonus disc and my first copy also showed up with glue stuck on the disc and the rest of the box falling apart. I called costomer support to find no one answering the phones so I left a message and never heard back. I called daily for about two weeks. I bought another copy from another site and quickly put the discs into sleeves that I use for cd-r's just like I have to do for Road Trips. As far as the music, very few highlights aside from Candyman as the other highlights were already used as bonus songs on the expanded Shakedown Street. I have to agree with the above reviewer about 9-14.

• As Jerry Said ...

  Reviewed By: eebee

  "We Sucked". He wasn't kidding. There is not a very good vibe anywhere in the music except perhaps in Olin Arageed. Weir's slide guitar playing has always been terrible, but he just about ruins every song from start to finish in these recordings. I love the DVD for the little glimpses it gives into what was a pilgrimage for the Dead and a rare occasion for any rock band. But good music it is not. Compare Garcia at Keane College two who years later for a really hot set: After Midnight. There's no chemistry like that in the Grateful Dead Egypt recording. Oh well, I love 'em all the same, just probably won't listen to this release as much as, say, DP7 ...

• Egypt 1978

  Reviewed By: dreadfulgreat

  It should have been titled "I got gipped $35." What a suckfest! If you think this is tight or even passable don't buy Dicks Pick #4 for example, 'cause then you'd realize you've been cheated for the last 4 decades. Good grief!

• I love it

  Reviewed By: Carla Childress

  Sorry to hear about your disappointment folks. I ordered mine from this site. I think it's AWESOME. No glue troubles and FAST FAST shipping. Was in my cd player 2 days after I ordered it. Thanks :)

• Suprise! It's great!

  Reviewed By: larry carey

  After hearing everybody dump on these performances, I was pleasantly surprised on my first listed to Rockin' The Cradle. My only complaint is the cheezy title - the performances are extraordinary (yes there are the normal ups-n-downs). Particularly, Shakedown Street>Drums is just outta sight. What a treat to finally hear this stuff at such a high level of quality. And what a crowd - just enough crowd noise to get an idea of the insane energy of those nights. People, please don't come here to hate. Why would anybody buy a Dead show that doesn't appreciate the band? If you want TIGHT, try listening to your radio.

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