Grateful Dead - Dark Star (Live/Dead) 1969 | REACTION

[@jamelakajamal]

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[@BigPete44]

Jamel!! What’s up my brotha!! 🙌💪

[@Islendingar]

One of the Greatest Deadhead songs & this is a great live version too !! The one thing I loved about them was they set up areas where you could plug into the mixing desk and take home a copy of the show you were at too ... limited spots but so amazing of them !!! Something from the American Beauty album would be very cool too !!

[@bassistintime8281]

Can you please do a reaction of Sacred Reich’s, The American Way please? Really appreciate what you do!🔥

[@DanClancyPatterson98]

OH HELLL YEAH! My favorite band ever!

[@stephenfisch3591]

Jamel_AKA_Jamal , how did you know I was going to ask where that shirt came from? That is awesome. Great choice of music too. When I first heard it something something years ago, I remember thinking “Wow! This is not like anything I’ve ever heard before!” Of course, I’m not sure that I even knew who Miles Davis or John Coltrane were back then, but I believe that it was the Grateful Dead that helped pave the way for me to discover those jazz legends among other great musicians.

[@gratefuldead]

Best 23 minutes of your life! Thanks for keeping great music alive, Jamel.

[@troubledwaters7441]

Hey now, Grateful Dead! Peace and Love!

[@jewelscoop3570]

❤️❤️❤️💀💀💀

[@markmydlenski6094]

You're right brother

[@seanfannin3453]

Love!!!

[@thesaltnation5570]

Peace and love needs to be spread in 2020 thanks for helping and inspiring people with ur music

[@Rob_OT42]

“It’s amazing how all these instruments have their own lyrics.” I don’t think I have ever heard a better description of Dark Star!

[@KeithFarrell76]

Or the Dead.

[@gimmedemdigits6040]

@@KeithFarrell76 in general

[@thomasbedell4770]

“All graceful instruments are known.”

[@westinleach3295]

Exactly. awesome description

[@joshdude6431]

It’s true. Jerry could speak too you.

[@fastbreak055]

Mad respect for jumping into a 25 minute Dark Star without any warning. This isn't exactly "entry level" dead and you were straight getting it.

[@MrFloydsUniverse]

I guess Jamel passed the acid test!

[@michaelmares3452]

Right, holy shit

[@John-kr7iz]

@@MrFloydsUniverse and here i thought he jumped into the deep end with frampton comes alive, really put his cards on the table this time, atta boy J!

[@dissbeleaverovlies1998]

I was pretty surprised too. He should be commended in some way. I really found it hard to get into the really long form stuff and now I can't find a lot of the live footage of whole shows on youtube. The dead will never die ❤️

[@muzikmind77]

Try it with a 10 strip next time

[@gevlar]

As Bill Graham once said, “the Grateful Dead aren’t the best at what they do, they’re the only ones who do what they do”. True words.

[@brucegrossman3531]

Holy moly. Dark Star. Talk about a jump in the deep end.

[@mgordon1100]

I know. Right? When I saw this notification, I couldn't believe it. Deadheads be dancing, the straights say they play too much, and Jamal loses his mind.

[@craigbowman272]

@@mgordon1100 It is a pretty big jump but if he liked it that much he will find much more!

[@3John16]

Hahahaha right!? Love this guy.

[@TheValkryie]

lol! Totally

[@joehynes5452]

IKR!! I did a double take when I saw this

[@toddschaefer4548]

To think that piece of music was just a song played in the middle of a concert - such incredible inventiveness and innovation - all happening on the spot, in the moment. That piece of music changed my whole attitude towards life when I first heard it. "The bus came by and I got on!" Thank you Jamal for featuring this one!

[@pebblesanddirt]

Really cool that the band’s people requested you to react to this track. No sugarcoating- that’s the Dead; it ain’t for everyone, but if you got it, you got it. Love how you recognize that the instruments ARE the lyrics - there’s an entire conversation happening.

[@kisnpisn4919]

🐻😉

[@jeffbaca1173]

Hit nail on the head Bryan S.perfectly put, lucky enough to see them 33 times b4 Jerry’s passing, every show had brilliance mixed with genuine passion.

[@pebblesanddirt]

Jeff Baca I only got to see them once before Jerry passed, but it was monumentally important in my evolution as a music fan and person

[@chickenjuice4841]

@@pebblesanddirt From a deadhead born after Jerry’s death, seeing him once sounds amazing. Good thing we can all relive and relate to the dead now!

[@deadreckoning6288]

@@jeffbaca1173 35 shows in the Jerry days. Grateful, but never enough....

[@randeezydizzle]

The way the jamming in this song works is basically: someone plays something cool, the other members of the band hear it, they play around that theme for a minute or two, build it up to a crescendo, then disintegrate down back into "search mode". Truly a musical exploration. Thanks for the video. All of us deadheads are very impressed by this jump into the deep end, and we're glad you enjoyed listening!

[@likecrazyhorse]

My favorite part of any jam band is the breakdown/reformation of the music into whatever new beast it forms. To be taken from one reality to the next through sound.

[@SicMundus7]

Thier chemistry is unreal.

[@chynnadawl9022]

The bus came by and Jamel got on!

[@patrickkilroy8975]

Hooked

[@stevesharkey470]

He's Done now. See you at show dude WELCOME HOME. 🙏😎🌍

[@Mac00Rabbit]

Yes he did. Brother Jamel.

[@StanleeMouseslm]

It's amazing to share in these moments, thanx

[@markotto9855]

😂😂😂

[@markuslaunsburry]

Man, it's a beautiful thing to see when someone 'gets it'. Music is the voice of the soul; timeless and eternal.

[@karaminalee]

Those of us who clicked this fast know what we’re about to get!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@phillinfree]

Amen🙏

[@WojMoj]

Yes!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@AquarianNomadic]

No doubt!

[@helpmeseephish]

No need for him to dip his toes in. Just dive in head first!

[@karaminalee]

That was a trip! Jamel is a champ for doing it and actually getting that it is a conversation when they’re jamming. Loved it!!

[@lisarainbow9703]

So, did all of us old Heads just relive that precious moment when we brought a newbie to their first show, and were delighted to see them "get it" and become part of the extended Family? This reaction was pure gold, Jamal, I would gladly give you your "Deadhead Card", right off the bat.✌🎶🌈

[@kevincosta9228]

Popular music reactor with over a half million subscribers dives headfirst into the Dead. Most successful KZbinrs would be afraid to lose their audience, straying so far from the mainstream. I actually think that's why your channel is so successful, and that's why we love you. BTW, to hear tehm do a more straight ahead rock song , check out their New years Eve '78 Winterland Ballroom performance cover of Buddy Holly's "Not Fade Away". The mid -late 70s was when I was seeing them live and they were just phenomenal. Their best period, IMO.

[@vieella389]

I saw the New Years Eve '76 show at the Cow Palace. Unfortunately, I was too stoned to appreciate the show.

[@songsmithy07]

"Walk Me Out in the Morning Dew" was another extended instrumental jam that was different every time

[@JaggedRecordsVa]

77-80 Jerry was him transforming into legendary status. By 1981 there’s was nothing that man could do. I bounce around years like any Deadhead.. but man those 71-73 shows were unbelievable. The energy from Jerry and specially Bill with Mikey absent were phenomenal. In conclusion, the Dead are the greatest band IMO

[@zachgraham7037]

“Each instrument has it’s own lyrics.” Get this man some crystals and a lot grilled cheese. He gets it ❤️⚡️💀

[@cojaysea]

I still listen to this cut . I’ve been listening to it on and off for 50 years . I love putting this on when I go to sleep. Damn never expected you to be listening to this one . This is what Mozart would have written if he was born in the 19 th century .

[@bobschenkel7921]

This was from a brief period when Grateful Dead had two keyboardists, the inimitable Ron "Pigpen" McKernan and Mr. Tom Constantin, whom I once had the pleasure, honor and good fortune to meet and talk to for about ten minutes, a great dude. It gave the Dead an even denser sound and bigger soundscape to play with, all to our advantage. Thank you for doing this.

[@christinezeoligratefulchef8672]

When you said “oh lm digging that base” you sound like a SEASONED Dead Head. And now you singing the notes????? You get it. Jerry Garcia takes us on a journey. The bass puts you in the Phil Zone. Key Boards are quiet like the touch of your girls hand. The sounds that you wish you knew what they are. Is Bob Weir. And then the drums the glue that holds it all together. You got it. I thought it might have been too soon. Well done Jamal. Shall we go..... while we can??????

[@george.s.8491]

❤️

[@binkle76]

LET PHIL SING! Actually, his bass sings better than he does, but I'll go the mat for Box of Rain.

[@jeremydenton4192]

Phil Zone 4 lyfe

[@mhump23]

Christine Zeoli The Phil Zone!

[@faaaaaaaaaaack]

That’s actually a great description of what Bob does

[@joshwilltraveladventuresco5452]

My old friend Bob Thomas painted that album cover. Thank you for doing this one! Now do Darkstar 7-13-84 at the Greek!

[@chrishillyer5904]

My favorite band!!!! Dark Star is no joke.

[@Salukicyclist]

Jamel, Mega props for approaching this song with an open mind. The Dead’s free form improvisations are an acquired taste and are not easy stuff to absorb, shall we say, on your first go around. But having gone through this journey, you will find your appreciation of the Grateful Dead’s music will grow more and more. There is a reason the Dead are one of the greatest concert bands of all time and are still revered today by millions of fans. Thank you Grateful Dead for requesting this song. Jamel, the band is paying you a great compliment by asking you to react to this work with little or no introduction. I hope you will venture into some more of their works. The Dead will never disappoint those willing to go on a journey. Try this pair on for size, “China Cat Sunflower”/“I Know You Rider”. It’s one of the band’s concert favorites. Thank you for diggin the groove. Enjoy your journey. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6ezlmd5etCGmKc

[@timmiller1234]

Well put

[@karaminalee]

Jerry Probst you said it all. Beautifully. ❤️

[@timmacdonald9458]

I’ve been waiting for ANY reaction from this album for YEARS! Thanks man and hope you get to listening to he rest of the tracks of one of the best live albums ever

[@fikusdreams]

Having been a Deadhead most of my life. I am glad to see you didn't "shy" away from Dark Star. This recording itself is a link pin to a vast universe......and just a little light......

[@jack-straw6862]

Thanks for doing this dead react. I love it when someone experiences the beauty of live Dead!

[@jackstraw8145]

Hi. Did I meet you half a mile from Tucson by the morning light?

[@garageboy2172]

My favorite band of all time. I saw them 361 times in concert you couldn't keep me away

[@LitHouseTieDye]

You HAVE to do Eyes of the World. That tune has Jamel all over it. I'm sure many Deadheads have requested it. It's a really uplifting song.

[@thorlarsen9770]

Yo Jamal listen 2 Eyes of the World, from Live Without A Net, Braford. Marcellus Sat in on horn 4 dat song 🔥🔥👍👍

[@helpmeseephish]

THOR LARSEN I whole heartedly agree with this recommendation

[@pebblesanddirt]

THOR LARSEN seconded - that version is just about perfect

[@thewheel73]

@@pebblesanddirt Thirded. While Jerry's vocals are no longer as sweet as 73/74, there is an absolutely beautiful storm brewing in that Eyes. 3/29/90. This band has always benefited from horns. Fierro and Co. in 73', Branford in the late 80's and 90's, heck even Osby is a great treat in 93' iirc.

[@MrFloydsUniverse]

Eyes of the World from Without a Net with Branford! 🙏😁💜. Grateful!

[@Famous-Potatoes]

So glad you react in an objective manner. You don’t resort to jumping in and out of your chair or think you know the reason for the songs or what the artist thought. You are able to truly react and let the listener be surprised by the work and structure of a performance! Our families don’t have to worry about profanity and unwanted rants. Thank you.

[@jimyoung1011]

Well put. That is The reason I subscribed.

[@tahoemike5828]

I liked this reaction. Dark Star is deep in the heart of the Dead experience, and is not exactly beginner Dead. Since you so often focus so much on lyrics I wasn't sure you would get this one. I am glad that you were able to let Jerry take you for a ride. I saw it happen in your face, today you learned something real about The Grateful Dead vibe. "The bus came by and I got on, that's when it all began..." Now you are ready for a full length "Terrapin Station," and so much more. Welcome to the tribe, "We are everywhere."

[@marthafunaiole9748]

Weir everywhere💫

[@addispoage4460]

Weir everywhere ✌🏻☮️☮️

[@addispoage4460]

@@marthafunaiole9748 Ah! Got it before me but still weir everywhere 🙏🏻 ☮️ DARK STAR CRASHING!!! ✌🏻❤️ love my fellow heads and new heads aswell. May the trip take you wherever your mind and heat desires!!! Hopefully not crashing like mr dark star over there. Lost you? Oh that’s what’s supposed to happen. It’s a common effect of the dead. ☮️✌🏻

[@chrisbeecroft6058]

I still get chills when I hear this particular Dark Star...it's truly a thing of beauty. Big points for going way, waaaaay deep into peak psychedelic Dead, and for picking up (and appreciating) the jazz elements in the music. (They actually got even jazzier for a while in the early 70s.) And most of all, thanks for joining us on the journey! It's quite a trip, ain't it?

[@keef7224]

One of the most sublime expressions of pure musical beauty and joy ever recorded. 100% improvisation straight from the heart and out into the universe. Bravo for taking on this adult-size meal.

[@matthewurquhart5495]

I love the Grateful Dead, but this is the first time I've heard this tune! I recognized it as GD right off the bat, but enjoyed getting lost in the steady stream of funkadelic beauty you uploaded. Bless you and all you hold dear :)

[@thewheel73]

Well this is indeed a surprise. When I suggested some live Grateful Dead, well you just dove for that big old fish in the room. Probably not the path I would have chosen to introduce you to the depth of what the live band brings to the table. But if you're gonna pick a Dark Star, this is a fine version to pick. Honestly I'd be more intrigued on your reaction from St. Stephen-->Eleven from the same disk. Not many people have the patience, to review/react Dark Stars tbqh. The lyrics are like two tent posts to hold up whatever the band wants to do. Each one is different. Yeah Dark Star is long. This is actually a medium sized one. 5/11/72 is a goliath. Odd note. 10/9 is a famous anniversary of this very song. In 89' they brought it back from a long hibernation. Weird that you picked the same day and month? Maybe you were meant to do this today. If it isn't painfully obvious, I'm a huge deadhead, and this reaction was a wonderful treat. Thank you. If I may, try 5/8/77's Scarlet Begonias-->Fire On The Mountain. It'll steal that face right off your head. The hole goes deep Jemel. So very very deep. I hope you come by for a swim sometimes. The water is always warm.

[@kristiwheels9381]

The wheel 🌈🧚‍♀️💜💚😍

[@moniquelujan6877]

Yess St Stephen!! 🙌🏽

[@richardfinlayson1524]

yeah, thatll do for part two......

[@richardfinlayson1524]

may as well do the whole album

[@jamflowman8283]

[@PrahaPilsner]

Jamel, this sounds so good because it was the first live band recording using a 16 track recorder (most at the time). The Dead helped innovate so much, but live music performance, audio, and recording are their greatest gifts to us all.

[@LitHouseTieDye]

They were really great at having musical conversations with each other.

[@jinglebe11rainbow37]

Indeed. That was the whole hook, the conversation with out words. Pure magic.

[@MrFloydsUniverse]

Headphones and a little Lucy 🤪😁

[@b13333]

syncopated bliss

[@joehynes5452]

Jamel just dove off a 100ft cliff into the deep end, sober..... "It feels like each instrument has it's own lyrics?" Yeah, he totally gets it!! I really think you should listen as intended: Dark Star>St Stephen>The Eleven>Turn On Your Lovelight. Cheers!!

[@nealpierson9072]

Wow holy cow. Dark Star from Live/Dead? Is this Christmas?

[@lisarainbow9703]

Woo-hoo! This made my day already!

[@richardlund8092]

To the Batmobile Robin.

[@EctomorphEcstasy]

Hey there. You mentioned that when you were listening you were picturing a "dark star crashing..." One of the most powerful moments of my career chasing the GD around was on 7/13/84. It was at the Greek Theater in Berkeley, CA, and it was a Friday the 13th with a full moon overhead. Needless(?) to say, I was on a perfect dose of LSD, and was having a great night at the first of three shows in a row at this gorgeous amphitheater. The band had left the stage after the second set, and the crowd was cheering for an encore. The bass player (Phil) came out, and said something to the effect of "have a little patience, we're going to try something a little special tonight, one night only," and the crowd went ballistic. A short time later the band returned to the stage. I was up on the hillside, and there's a great view from up there during the day of the Berkeley campus, the campanile, and on out over the bay, and on a clear afternoon you can even see the Golden Gate Bridge. Anyway, we're all wondering what's up, and then it starts: the band is playing the most sought after rarity - DARK STAR!!!!!! Everybody is ecstatic, whooping it up, shocked at their good luck. It hadn't been played since 12/31/81, and this was the first one I was seeing. So they're playing through the intro, the initial cheers of excitement have died down, and then suddenly from behind us there comes a massive, sizzling shooting star. The kind that has chunks flying off, you know? Like fucking major! It basically bisects the sky over the amphitheater, and then courses down into the horizon over beyond where the Golden Gate Bridge is. Nobody down lower could see this (unless they happened to be looking up), nor could anybody on the stage, but you couldn't miss it if you were on the hillside. If you listen to some audience tapes you can hear the second roar of the crowd after the initial "holy shit, they're playing Dark Star" roar. And within about ten seconds of this blazing spectacle passing over head, Jerry steps up to the microphone, and sings the first line "Dark Star crashes, pouring its light into ashes." I kid you not. I just got chills typing that out because it still blows my mind that this happened. I was already a committed "deadhead" at that point, but this synchronistic moment just further cemented my obsession with them, and I also realized on that night that even the gods above loved the Grateful Dead.

[@ronnierest]

Damn beautiful story. I got a little choked up reading that. The Guys always touch me.. The power of this music Is very hard to explain to someone if they aren’t there yet. Music like none other. Thansk

[@yepperalrightythen1731]

Love the Greek, an AWESOME place to feel the show.

[@thomasrohr3130]

Dead we’re taped into cosmic energy never forget the mount saint helens fire on the mountain too

[@amouralatif]

WOW! Blown away! What a divine sign u witnessed, thank u for sharing brother ❤

[@heidileigh7023]

Always here instantly for some grateful dead ❤❤❤

[@darrylbaker273]

These guys were in their 20's when they were playing this (and starting to blow up) Bobby was 22 or so; just a few years into there long strange trip. I'm so happy you went here. This is a great classic from The Dead and for your head. I'm glad you listened to the whole thing AND shared it. RESPECT.

[@dixiechatty958]

They did this the first time I saw them back in 1970 and I was hooked. I've seen them over 100 times and love them still. Bless you. I don't know any other reaction channel who would take it on. Thanks.

[@dlm9293]

1970. Best year for the Dead, and also popular music, in my humble opinion.

[@autumn-zd5jm]

my god, this song… this recording. i knew basically nothing about the grateful dead. one day I saw this record at the local record store. the colors stood out, screamed at me. i knew i had to get it. i listen to this song every night when i go to bed. i cant sleep without it now. it’s so precious to me.

[@donsylvester2372]

Don't even need to watch before hitting the Like button.

[@KayeWhye]

I make a habit of immediately liking the video, even if I hate the song...lol His reactions are well worth sitting through a crappy song or two! 😃

[@navigatingwithnana]

Seeing them live, outdoors on several occasions when I was in high school in the 70's was like "church" to me. What an incredible, spiritual experience each of those concerts was.... embedded in my spirit forever. xoxo

[@Hendu0421]

Jamal, the Dead are in their own category, they are capable of bringing you all over the musical map.

[@rvnfan115]

From an older head... Musch respect & appreciation bro for ya doing this fr 💯... No doubt, the band respects your takes same way we do, and the sincere honest open minded approach that you bring in your journey onto the never ending road of music appreciation... Keep up the good work man, and thank you... You definitely decided to tackle one that requires that willingness to delve into the unknown of artistic expression, group collective consciousness, and exploration... ✌🙏✊😎

[@nealpierson9072]

Dark Star is so beautiful and brilliant. My favorite Dead song because of how many different ways they'd perform it. I also love jazz though.

[@aarg8047]

This is my GREATEST SONG EVER, if you can even call it a song. It's more like a symphony, with complex themes that are developed, recede, intertwine and then reappear. I'm so glad you got to listen to this. But this is one song you really must listen to many times to fully get it. I hope you do. I remember my first listen. I got so little out of it compared to what I get now, "knowing" the piece and anticipating what comes next if you know what I mean. As you noticed, you can listen to just the just the rhythm guitar or the organ or the bass (especially the bass) and they are all playing their own thing. Yet they all come together with the lead guitar (Jerry Garcia) in this swirling sound that takes you away. I loved the comment someone made "The bus came by and Jamel got on!" Jamel, if you don't know exactly the full meaning of what that is a reference to, check out this other incredible song by the Grateful Dead - "That's It For The Other One". It's another trip, literally. Start with the album version off of the Anthem Of The Sun album. I'd love to hear your thoughts on that one!

[@justineapril7922]

Grateful Dead concerts were a social event, not just a music festival. It was common knowledge that LSD was prevalent. The Dead just jammed for 20, 30, 40 minutes. They set the tone and the audience responded. They "controlled" everyone by the ups and downs of tempo. They would rarely play the same songs in consecutive concerts. They also encouraged people to do bootleg recordings. "Deadheads" would swap tapes. There would be ads in trade papers and magazines by people who offered to trade live recordings because no 2 concerts were the same. This song is off the live album, "Live Dead" released in 1969. Jerry Garcia was the group's lead guitarist and sometime lead vocalist. He was addicted to heroin and he OD'd a few times before the White Horse eventually provided his demise. Quite a player! I was able to attend 2 Dead concerts (1981, San Diego and 1983, Virginia Beach, VA). And if any of you are wondering, I'm an old school hippie chick🐥 and yes, I indulged! "What a long strange trip" it was both times!! 😉✌👀🧜‍♀️🌈☮💜

[@jimyoung1011]

I had to pause 5 minutes in to it. Have to get into a more proper state of mind, indulge 420 style 😀😀

[@deeblack9393]

I saw them twice in Philly. Once with Dylan and once with Bruce Hornsby.

[@randybaker9034]

While Jerry Garcia unfortunately became addicted to heroin, he smoked it (did not shoot up) and never OD'ed on it. He did not die from heroin (which he stopped using prior to his death) but from a heart attack related to diabetes and smoking cigarettes.

[@michaelanders2407]

It wasn’t heroin that killed Jerry Garcia, it was all the cigarettes and ice cream. Paraphrasing Bob Weir after Jerry’s death but you get the idea. The latter part of his life gets distilled down to “well he was a heroin addict”, which does not tell the complete story.

[@namastecstar]

@@randybaker9034 he died while at an in-patient rehab facility for heroin.

[@303Georgo]

OH man, Mad acid memories with this song!!! To all my dead brothers and sisters, keep it playing, keep the music alive. Also, Jamel, respect. This is the Dead's real stuff.

[@MrFloydsUniverse]

Nothing like a live Dark Star. Jerry had a certain vibration you could feel when he'd sing the first "Dark Star crashes.....". Chills every time I here it. So grateful for you and that you played this! Much love and favor🙏😁! Gonna have to suggest Eyes of the world from the album Without a Net! I cry every time I hear it! 🙏

[@terpjh4634]

Yes on Eyes of the World. 👀 🌎

[@mariannekeller8063]

2 things I am grateful for...1- being given a free ticket to see the Dead in Greensboro NC in 3/30/89. Led to 8 more unforgettable shows over the next few years. Thanks to my friend Ken (RIP) for the gift. In the world of the Dead 8 shows makes me barely a rookie! 2- seeing John Prine twice! In Spring of 1992 we sat out doors in d down pour and watched in delight as he opened for Bonnie Raitt. In September of 2017 I sat in comfort and awe as he performed at the Belk Theatre in Charlotte NC. It was spectacular. I’m a little sadder each day knowing both John and Jerry are gone. You are making some great choices theses days!

[@mrcorn9672]

WOW. You really dove in head first

[@kimberlinibambini1988]

For real! 😳✌️✨

[@ravenmead2864]

The Deads music has help me through some dark times. Their music speaks to my soul and a lot of people don't get it. it warms my heart that you get it. you really get it

[@tt55k]

Help on the way /slipknot / franklins tower is a must. Live of course

[@brucegrossman3531]

This

[@jm07090]

The version from the Great American Music Hall 8/13/75 is awesome.

[@crazyfingers19]

I agree with the GAMH version but for a "newbie" the production and tightness on "Blues For Allah" is unmatched in my opinion.

[@88wildcat]

I second the One from the Vault version but you have to include Bill Graham's introduction of the band leading into it. One by one each member of the band starts playing when Graham says their name.

[@crazyfingers19]

@@88wildcat damn. I forgot about that intro. Hahaha thanks for the reminder. Going to listen to it now. 😉

[@mitchmertens1206]

“I know you be on cloud nine.” You gotta love Jamel!

[@SmilingMedicineEntertainment]

Jamel, I'm all smiles sitting here! I've been asking you for this since I discovered your channel. This is the song that sent me to 100's of Dead shows since 1978. The Dead started playing Dark Star in 1967, and at that time it ran about 5 to 7 minutes long. During 1968, it grew in length to 10 minutes, 12, 15, 18, 20 plus minutes. By early 1969 when this was recorded, it was hovering around 20 to 25 minute. The band slowly discovered this was their vehicle to go anywhere musically, or at times non-musically. It could be soft and sweet or angry and violent. And that's what pulled in the early Dead Heads. Eat some acid and let's see where the band takes us tonight. It was an adventure that could bring on any number of emotions...just through the music. At the time this was recorded, they band consisted of two guitar players, two drummers, two keyboard players and one bass player. And the trust between all of them could take you to musical places you never knew possible. Thanks for this Man. There's plenty more Grateful Dead to be explored. Shall we go, you and I?

[@drewmccabe2687]

This exact song and recording thru headphones 30 years ago was my intro to the Dead and changed me and made me a deadhead for life. watching you react brings me back to that day.

[@michaelpdawson]

Very adventurous of you to present this epic! Thank you so much...it is a beautiful voyage.

[@citythink]

I love punk and hip-hop mostly but will always have a special spot for the dead. Saw them at Rich Stadium, Buffalo in 92, and still feel blessed. Garcia was one of a kind. You know when a track is over 10 minutes you’re gonna head some genius along the way. The smile on your face is why the band is one of the biggest selling live acts of all time. Jerry’s guitar tone is just ... beauty.

[@karaminalee]

JAMEL!!! Dark Star!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mitchmontaldo74]

Respect for being open to a 23 min Dark Star! The journey has begun!

[@jinglebe11rainbow37]

Dude, you did Dark Star??? Wow. Have to watch that tomorrow. Thats a deep plunge. Hope it doesn’t scare you off. Hope you had a blunt beforehand.

[@normawinton6832]

Smoking ain't his thing...

[@george.s.8491]

It’s cool he can dig the music not high. Don’t get me wrong a doobie will turn things up a couple notches

[@podcastparlor4128]

If he doesn’t toke then he certainly has the awareness and attention to musical detail that a toker would

[@RASTAxSKATE]

@DNA Tech One time I saw a reply to a comment like this it said: "Right, cause no ever made great music when they were stoned."(obvious sarcasm) I wish I could quote the actual person but you know...

[@SicMundus7]

Ha listen to them with 🍄 that takes it to the max lol

[@FrenchToastCo]

Jamel, you’re an official Deadhead now. No joke going into a live Dark Star and making It through. Hope you do a 1973 “ they love each other” soon.

[@thBrilliantFool]

Will he be getting his Deadhead card in the mail soon with the blotter acid tab snuck in the corner? 😎

[@mgordon1100]

He doesn't even mind Jerry singing out of tune. That's Deadication.

[@SD_Marc]

That one from the Cornell 5-8-77 show is great too. Real tight and groovy.

[@jimmijames6294]

👌 this was the perfect time to start this song. I have been listening to the GD for half of my life and this is perfect.

[@brianmccloud9594]

To be a time traveler...it would be so cool to go back and see all of these great performances in person and ride their vibes

[@hannesgeiger4178]

Thanks iam a deadhead The Grateful Dead are My Favorit band of all Time More reacts please

[@unclemichaelsf]

“For the love of music baby!” I appreciate your open heart, open mind and sincere honoring of the craft from the perspective of the creator and the listener. Much respect!

[@zdravko4428]

Terrapin Station next please....great song

[@ginamirisis3016]

Yes, please! My ❤

[@SuperSweetmo]

TERRAPIN!!!! Oooo or Wharf Rat!!!

[@httr94]

YESSS

[@danh367]

"The whistle is spinning"

[@richardfinlayson1524]

yeah, been digging it myself lately

[@edwinhurwitz6792]

Such a treat to watch someone watch this for the first time! I've known every note since the mid 70s and yet, the immediacy of it all still lives.

[@taddominey8516]

One of my all time favorite songs from my all time favorite band!!!

[@BDMG]

I am 57 and a Deadhead for 40 yrs now. Saw them live here in germany in 1990. Thank you for inviting us to this trip, @Jamel_AKA_Jamal! I love almost all their songs, but "Looks like Rain" and "Stella Blue" are my eternal favorites! I have a double CD set which is a cut-together "endless" version of "Dark Star". The 2 CD set is called "Grayfolded", 1 hour 45 minutes of Dark Star cut together from snippets of many different DS live versions they played over many years. Just wonderful!

[@jimmijames6294]

@14:16. Just Phenomenal.....you got in there and expressed gratitude, the rest is in the books, what an awesome performance. I would have loved to have seen this live that night.

[@D-Fens_1632]

How I wish I could remember the first time I heard this decades ago, such an important piece of music not only in my life, but in the history of all performed and recorded music. People will be discovering it for a long time to come, I sort of envy them.

[@3John16]

JAMEL MY MAN I don't know who's getting you to do these versions but they must really love you. This is them at their most DEAD.

[@michaelsutch528]

big props to you for having the patients to listen intently. Not many people have that and if you do, it is hugely rewarding. Dark Star is the quintessential tGD song.

[@michellewilkins8206]

Wow! 😮😮😮😮 Have never listened to any Grateful Dead before, now I'm wondering why not 🤔🤣 maybe my younger self didn't have the patience 🤷‍♀️ this was wonderful!! Looking forward to hearing more now 😁😁

[@andylawson87]

I can never hear this version of Dark Star for the "first time" ever again, but the next best thing is watching your face as you partake of this masterpiece!

[@jonathanpowling6330]

The rabbit hole beckons.

[@thorlarsen9770]

U bringing the visuals Braah or am I lmao??? Love my girls Kitty, Molly and Lucy😉😎

[@MrFloydsUniverse]

Who's got my Lucy?

[@johnbonner841]

I love watching your facial expressions because they match exactly what's going on inside me when I listen to the Grateful Dead even though I've listened to their music everyday as long as I can remember!

[@donalddix4375]

Jamel - "I know what you were doing" - answer: Dancing. Next request for more G.D. - Fire on the Mountain

[@TomG626]

I’ve been asking for this for a minute now!

[@HyzersGR]

Not the studio version though. Either 5-8-77 or 12-31-78

[@SF_Bud]

Dancing....with seriously dilated pupils!

[@booboo8577]

When in doubt......Twirl :)

[@BigRob829]

I heard that everybody's dancing!!!

[@betsylee8160]

Spent the summer of 1982 camping out in the Rockies with everything packed into a Datsun B210. We had a cassette player in the car, listened to The Dead "Europe 72", Skynyrd "Street Survivors" and The Stones, "Sticky Fingers" over and over again. We were 21 - one of the best summers ever!

[@gesmith98]

This is a deep dive! Glad you are jumping in! You HAVE TO DO TERRAPIN STATION!!!

[@flattoplarry39]

Nobody sits a a Dead show!!!!!! Everyone's dancing and doing their groove, it was an experience seeing the Grateful Dead

[@sentimentalelephantsamusic9730]

Thank you so much, hope you do more Dead. I always love your takes on their music.

[@SynergyVids07]

You might not know it yet but you just embedded yourself into one of the greatest communities there is and you don’t need drugs to understand that. This music will heal your soul and teach you lessons you never knew you needed to learn. Peace and Love to you and carry on the positive vibration. Thank you for this reaction.

[@vincentsafroniuk67]

Your room is looking great, i feel blessed to be a part of your musical and magical journey, peace and love always...

[@kirksparkman13]

Jamal the richness of the sound was reflected by the richness in spirit of the crowd and the overall atmosphere of love. Dead shows were a zone of happiness. You made it to the show! Billions of years the universe was in motion and I was fortunate enough to be alive while Jerry Garcia was here and see him in person and hear his sound. If I could teleport you back in time to any Grateful Dead show you would feel that energy and enjoy getting lost in it for a while. Yes there were people tripping but there was also those that did not need that because they were already there. The entire scene started in the parking lot and there would be a strip in the lot called "Shakedown Street" This was like the main area for pre-show warmup. People selling food and... Things. Then the event came in two sets with an intermission in between. A phenomenon of a Grateful Dead show was that in the second set of every show there is a part called Drums/Space. Drums was the two drummers taking you on a journey then for space the others would come out and it was very psychedelic and improv. Jerry would use midi effects often. Just understand that no song was ever played the same way. There was no formula. They created. When I pass and walk alone by the Black Muddy River I hope I alight to a heavenly GD show in the sky. That's how good it was.

[@fnaright]

HA!! Jamal's going down THAT "rabbit hole". Nice.........enjoy Brother!!

[@rickhocks2616]

I have been TOTALLY LOVING this song for 52 years now ... And it was such a great experience digging this journey with you, my friend ... I will only add that there are dozens and dozens of versions of "Dark Star" - and no two versions are the same - and many are quite different. True fans tend to think of this as their highest achievement ...

[@DocIdaho]

You’re not the only one that “doesn’t do it”... I let the Music itself take me on a journey... close my eyes and ride the sonic wave... very enjoyable in a pure, clean mental state.

[@lisarainbow9703]

Exactly... The music is a drug in and of itself. No other enhancements are really needed.

[@lukegutgsell6914]

Brings tears to eyes seeing you digging this so much. I remember listening to this album in my bedroom when I was a teenager and getting my mind blown wide open in the most beautiful way. To see this song landing in you for the first time... Its just very sweet.

[@terryroper5860]

Everyone who loves music, and loves the Dead, doesn't necessarily get high. I know I am not the only one who can dig the music sober.

[@troubledwaters7441]

The Wharf Rats were (are?) a group of sober, no drug taking, Deadheads!

[@jackstraw8145]

@@troubledwaters7441 we need to hear Wharf Rat! Think I'll start as soon as he gets done with dark star!

[@jacksumski749]

Woww what a song! I heard a great description of this tune once from my friend. He said it was the greatest song NEVER written, because the band never has any idea where the song will end up. What an adventure, peace and love man.

[@shinola]

Their first album is crazy underrated. “Viola Lee Blues” is my jam

[@brianmeagher5771]

They were shreddin' on their first album.

[@thomasbedell4770]

Not underrated by many, IMO.

[@Hortron69]

I like the one from Harpurs College

[@jamesm8132]

2/23/68 is a great Viola

[@ODUBlue]

Yes indeedy

[@ScottT248]

Holy cow!! A Live Dark Star that is over 20 minutes. I would not put a newcomer through this song as it is so deep, But to my surprise you got it and enjoyed it so much. You are now a Deadhead as we call fans of The Grateful Dead. You got the meaning of the instruments having a conversation. Hope you do more live songs from them.

[@emptybraincase4181]

estimated prophet my fav dead song, live or recording.

[@mitchkscband3011]

Thank you so much for doing this song. Probably the greatest live jam ever put down on vinyl. This is only one song in a single jam that filled 3 of the 4 sides of the album, lasted about 45 minutes and included 3 more songs.

[@pineconey]

Got to be looking out the window pane for this one. Now, how about some Uncle John's Band?

[@raderke]

window pane ....been there

[@androsislandrox]

definitely not necessary however

[@lethrbear32]

I recently saw some of those in green die cut gelatin squares. Tiny little things.

[@sladegulledge3506]

Just such a gorgeous time capsule of where they were as a band at that moment in time. Such inspiration and orchestrated chaos. Ebbs and flows just like the lives we lead.

[@birdleso]

I can’t believe you’re finally doing it! I’m so happy!