"So Many Roads bounced around the setlist during its lifetime, sometimes appearing in the first set, sometimes the second. I always preferred it in this slot, the penultimate song of the first set before a rocking Weir song to close." - David Lemieux
You know it man! Unfortunately I never got to see him live. In 95 I was just "coming of age" but listening to him in the grateful dead and his "Jerry Garcia band" makes me think I kinda know him. I have never thought that about any other musician! He was so generous and very connected to his fans!
I'm 28 years old and there's never been a musical performance by any band, visually, or audibly that captivated me quite like the Dead. The whirlwind of harmonics, the history, the truth behind the lyrics. Hell my dogs name is Barlow. This song means the world to me. Jerry was a healer and it took it all out of him unfortunately. A true gentleman If you ask me. Obviously I've never seen him perform, but cherish every bit that people were able to capture for years to come. My kids will be Heads. Just so grateful to have witnessed The Dead, Furthur, and even Dead and Co. Inspiration move me Brightly.
You probably don't believe this, but me and two of my closest friends were in the front, right by Jerry, and my friend Kenny Duncan shouted So Many Roads! And Jerry gave a nod, and went right into it ❤️⚡NFA
One of my favorite first sets. [Jack Straw, Foolish Heart, The Same Thing, Lazy River Road, Tom Thumb's Blues, Masterpiece, So Many Roads, Promised Land] The tale of the tape shows a big emphasis on vocal harmonies throughout. They sang the summer breeze and we all listened. Hugs and high fives to everyone who was there. You can't go back, but damn do I wish we all could.
@@susiefairfield7218 I was there too! Windsor Dead Head here! Saw them there in 91 (Pine Knob) 92 -95 at the Palace of Auburn hills. The last show I saw there was sad though...Jerry was quite finished.
Still some good shows in ‘93. Decided to stop going to shows after the trainwreck that was ‘94. Jerry was barely able to stand let alone play. It was all over a year later. But blessed and grateful to have experienced it all.
Don't know if you ever heard the last one but soundboard version of Jerry's last roads always a tear jerker for me, archive.org/details/gd95-07-09.sbd.7233.sbeok.shnf#
@@matthewparkerdixon In '93 Jerry was once again very exploratory, especially with the new guitar, Lightning Bolt. His voice was getting super soulful, and the band's vibe was getting darker in an interesting way. Also some really beautifully layered soundboard mixes that provided such a different feel. Capital Centre in March; Vegas in May; Spectrum in September, for instance.
Matthew Dixon 93 all around is an excellent year. I include it in my top 7 - they were super tight. Spring 93 (3/24) is absolute fire. There are some great shows that summer and fall too. You are missing out if you sleep on 93
I liked ‘93 a lot. It was the only year I got to see Dark Star - and I caught it twice that year ! Will never forget seeing Jerry jamming with Sting, too !
I remember the 93' buckeye lake show like it was yesterday. That was the first time I ever saw the dead. I used to be mad that I wasn't born earlier so I could have seen them more but now I feel lucky to have at least been able to see them for three summer tours 😌🙏
Quick question to heads from the late 80's. Anyone heard of or know of a roadie named "Treedreamer"?? Long story but he helped me save a couple kids in a car accident after a show in Philly circa 86-89. Thanks in advance.
There are few relatively speaking who get the significance of this song and Jerry and the Grateful Dead's performance of it...this is Jerry two years from death and this song could be his epitaph...
I get it bro, and I know true Heads get it as well...that's why the "So Many Roads" from Jerry's final show on 7/9/95 is, at least to me, his swan song brother...every performance the boys ever did was significant to me, BUT..when you watch this version, or any version of this song, NONE of them are more from his soul than the second to last song Jerry ever sang on 7/9...that's why the crowd looked so stunned, they could actually FEEL that one buddy...I can't watch that one without breaking down...god I miss him, and Brent too...take care my friend...stay Grateful! ✌💀💨🎸⚡🎹🌹🎙🍄🎶
I loved that venue, the pine trees and the boggy area to jump around in and general admission so if you can run fast enough you have a chance at the front
My last Dead Show was Las Vegas 1994.. wow what a train wreck. Im grateful I got to see the Band 78 thru Brent passing away..after that it was real hit/miss. RIP Jerry Pig Brent Keith et al
was always down for a buckeye- trip....last time was the Allgood around 2012- 0r 2013....a few miles from this venue, we drove over to the venue, after Allgood, brought me back in time! Hard to believe this was 93!! Seems like last week,
Quintessential Jerry - this may be my favorite Dead song. It carries and showcases his emotion so well, at a time in the band's life that he was literally sacrificing his own life for the music, trapped on the wheel, just looking for a way home (out) but unable to find one because you can't jump off a moving train. Funny how much you can love a guy you never met. I like this version, since its a tad more upbeat than 7/9/95, but I love that one for the never ending end - I wasn't there, and have only seen it on video, but pretty sure we were witness to Jerry having a straight-up conversation direct with god and that he knew (maybe subconsciously only) that he was done. We will survive!
Second best so many Roads best is Chicago 95 last show what Jerry misses in guitar he more than makes it up vocally so tragic so raw lord been walking that road So many So many Roads the best of all also Boston 94 but last show Chicago was is and always will be the ONE!!!!
I was there!! I’m not sure if it was also that night or the next but I swear they actually made it rain, while they were playing Looks Like Rain.. during the part that goes “DaDa Na NaNaNa Naaa Da NaNaNa Na NaNaaaa.. 🌩️⚡️⛈️⚡️⛈️” there was a great big thunderclap and it just started POURING
I've been telling people far and wide this is my favorite So Many Roads since '95 when I got it on cassette. I was at Soldier Field '95 and still think this one blows it away.
"So Many Roads bounced around the setlist during its lifetime, sometimes appearing in the first set, sometimes the second. I always preferred it in this slot, the penultimate song of the first set before a rocking Weir song to close." - David Lemieux
This was a wonderful concert. Thank you for uploading it. I miss you dearly Jerry. Peace
"penultimate", everyone drink
I once saw a show at Copps Colliseum where they closed set one with SMR. Was really surprised since first set closers were always up tempo ...
Ditto forever my friend, I get way emotional listening to this one knowing the end is inevitable!!! Peace and love
Jerry is the Best
Jerry gave so much of himself, even too much really, to the fans and followers. a legend in his own time.
This is the first time I've ever heard someone say anything like this. You're so right.
Jer
You know it man! Unfortunately I never got to see him live. In 95 I was just "coming of age" but listening to him in the grateful dead and his "Jerry Garcia band" makes me think I kinda know him. I have never thought that about any other musician! He was so generous and very connected to his fans!
@@jasonbauer5488 Thank God for youtube. You can enjoy Jerry - he was the music
gave all he got but wanted to give more
I'm 28 years old and there's never been a musical performance by any band, visually, or audibly that captivated me quite like the Dead. The whirlwind of harmonics, the history, the truth behind the lyrics. Hell my dogs name is Barlow. This song means the world to me. Jerry was a healer and it took it all out of him unfortunately. A true gentleman If you ask me. Obviously I've never seen him perform, but cherish every bit that people were able to capture for years to come. My kids will be Heads. Just so grateful to have witnessed The Dead, Furthur, and even Dead and Co. Inspiration move me Brightly.
Some of Hunter's best lyrics, so many roads, so true.
You probably don't believe this, but me and two of my closest friends were in the front, right by Jerry, and my friend Kenny Duncan shouted So Many Roads! And Jerry gave a nod, and went right into it ❤️⚡NFA
A great story Susie, like that name of yours.
No words to describe how happy I am for you.....that you got to experience that!
I believe you I was their too
I believe you. Jerry looked right at me and sang words to ME. I was very thin-“the ghost of electricity”. My son says he waved at him.
@@andreaberkely8729 oh yeah Visions of Johanna... must've been so heavy. I know what you mean ❤️⚡⚡⚡🤯🤘✌️
I loved Buckeye. Anyone remember the farm animal noises in the exit gate or wandering in circles looking for your car? What a trip.
Yes MOO!
My first show. I was just a young man back then. So many roads later and I am now an old man.
Me to brother but we keep truckin 👍
Glad i was there for this one. This show was and is and always will be a highlight of my life.... Miss ya Jerry
I'm really sick right now but seeing this upload brightened my day, one of my favorite ballads and seeing this unreleased footage is really great
BoilingHot water , fresh lemon and peel, local honey. Cinnamon. Pinch of pepper iodine salt over and over, sleep.sweat out.heal💙
Me too, this was one of my most memorable shows ❤️⚡🤘✌️
watch out for corona-chan!
Six months later, how you doing man?
@@codybeaudreau3026 Great, thanks for asking
One of my favorite first sets. [Jack Straw, Foolish Heart, The Same Thing, Lazy River Road, Tom Thumb's Blues, Masterpiece, So Many Roads, Promised Land] The tale of the tape shows a big emphasis on vocal harmonies throughout. They sang the summer breeze and we all listened. Hugs and high fives to everyone who was there. You can't go back, but damn do I wish we all could.
John Radawski fuck yeah buddy. I was there. About ten rows back from center. So grateful.
Who's this jackstraw person you speak of? I will figure it out I'm sure...
So many roads i tell you, so many roads i know...all i want is one to take me home ☮️🙏🏻🌍🇧🇷
Their favorite East Coast venue to play and what a shame they didn’t come back in 95’. Great memories of that place.....
Definitely! With Hocking Hills State Parks to hike and camp ❤️🤘
Gotta be a stickler here, Ohio is NOT the East Coast. Not even close to the coast. Midwest all the way.
@@edm781 yeah those venues in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan were called Shed Shows, and we literally walked through cow pens to get into the place
Dark Star Jubilee keeps the Karma alive at Buckeye. 😎
We were there. A great night in my life. Thanks for coming into town and letting us follow you on summer tour. Such a life changing experience
truly blessed to have been there.
This was a pretty solid show for 93 and this song makes me tear up EVERY TIME!!!
Even in the 90s, Jerry could still summon the UFOs...
The Palace at Alburn Hills 92! Thought the whole place was going to go up into the Sky
@@susiefairfield7218 Hornsby's last show, for both a literal and figurative send off
@@deadchesesoup we had floor seats and the floor felt like it was bouncing up and down. The Bertha sent me into the statusphere ⚡⚡⚡
@@susiefairfield7218 I was there too! Windsor Dead Head here! Saw them there in 91 (Pine Knob) 92 -95 at the Palace of Auburn hills. The last show I saw there was sad though...Jerry was quite finished.
@@susiefairfield7218 For me the first night was exceptionally awesome it was like they hit a harmonic and were causing the whole building to vibrate
"Hey Jerry, what you going to wear for tonight's show?"
"My guitar will do just fine."
Still some good shows in ‘93. Decided to stop going to shows after the trainwreck that was ‘94. Jerry was barely able to stand let alone play. It was all over a year later. But blessed and grateful to have experienced it all.
Great job Jerry! We miss you!!! 💖👼🙏✨
watching him put it all out there vocally at the end had me a bit verklempt - Jerry singing a ballad always gets me in the feels
Don't know if you ever heard the last one but soundboard version of Jerry's last roads always a tear jerker for me, archive.org/details/gd95-07-09.sbd.7233.sbeok.shnf#
1993 still felt like the 80s at times, I rem thinking that back then.
@@UnkleBen ruclips.net/video/6sFyRQPraJ8/видео.html
@@UnkleBen this is video version of his last roads
@@sergeytoropin6428 THANK YOU!
Very nice Version here !!!!! Great HQ Dead !!!!!! ⚡💀 Cant wait for the June 76' Boxset to be Released !!!!!
Always has been one of my favorite song's for it's lyrics...So Many Roads to ease my Soul
That was a AWESOME show!!! I'm glad it didn't rain like the 94 show.
My fave dead years are '73 and '93. They are like two different bands, really.
@@matthewparkerdixon In '93 Jerry was once again very exploratory, especially with the new guitar, Lightning Bolt. His voice was getting super soulful, and the band's vibe was getting darker in an interesting way. Also some really beautifully layered soundboard mixes that provided such a different feel. Capital Centre in March; Vegas in May; Spectrum in September, for instance.
@@wordgifts I just revisited 3/17/93 Cap Centre for the first time in a long time. The second set really holds up well. And of course, the encore...
Matthew Dixon 93 all around is an excellent year. I include it in my top 7 - they were super tight. Spring 93 (3/24) is absolute fire. There are some great shows that summer and fall too. You are missing out if you sleep on 93
93 full of inspired shows - Garcia in top form. Rest of the band struggling at times. Weir voice etc.
I liked ‘93 a lot. It was the only year I got to see Dark Star - and I caught it twice that year ! Will never forget seeing Jerry jamming with Sting, too !
So much fun at the buckeye lake shows..... Thanks for sharing!
I remember the 93' buckeye lake show like it was yesterday. That was the first time I ever saw the dead. I used to be mad that I wasn't born earlier so I could have seen them more but now I feel lucky to have at least been able to see them for three summer tours 😌🙏
I wish I was able to see them live. I love the dead
Quick question to heads from the late 80's. Anyone heard of or know of a roadie named "Treedreamer"?? Long story but he helped me save a couple kids in a car accident after a show in Philly circa 86-89. Thanks in advance.
There are few relatively speaking who get the significance of this song and Jerry and the Grateful Dead's performance of it...this is Jerry two years from death and this song could be his epitaph...
I get it bro, and I know true Heads get it as well...that's why the "So Many Roads" from Jerry's final show on 7/9/95 is, at least to me, his swan song brother...every performance the boys ever did was significant to me, BUT..when you watch this version, or any version of this song, NONE of them are more from his soul than the second to last song Jerry ever sang on 7/9...that's why the crowd looked so stunned, they could actually FEEL that one buddy...I can't watch that one without breaking down...god I miss him, and Brent too...take care my friend...stay Grateful! ✌💀💨🎸⚡🎹🌹🎙🍄🎶
still amazing all the many years later
What a long and Greatful trip it's been ☮ &💙
Jerry's note selection is magical.
In the Land of the Midnite Sun, where the Ice Blue Roses grow.........................
I was there. always a hoot at buckeye lake. thanks
I loved that venue, the pine trees and the boggy area to jump around in and general admission so if you can run fast enough you have a chance at the front
you know it!! lol thank God we were young and fast
Another Garcia-Hunter masterpiece!......so happy for all these people who got to be there and see this!
So amazing! As good as it gets truly!!!
Nice of Steve Vai to lend Jerry his wind machine.
👌🏽👍🏾👌🏽👍🏿 I think Vai bought used from Steve Perry?
This song has done so much for me!!!
Yes, that is amazing !!!!
That one & many more, gotta miracle fer Chicago? 👌 so many roads do ease yer sol!!!👍😁✌
I was at this show, and every one that summer. There was nothing like Buckeye lake. Well Star lake was awesome too. Man do I miss tour and the Dead.
So many roads tease my soul
THank you for this post , haven't heard it since 93.... Much Love from a greek DEADHEAD
My last Dead Show was Las Vegas 1994.. wow what a train wreck.
Im grateful I got to see the Band 78 thru Brent passing away..after that it was real hit/miss. RIP Jerry Pig Brent Keith et al
By far my favorite song of the post 70's era. Definitely in the top 5 all time. Kinda wish they had used this version for the So Many Roads Album.
I was at that show. My 2nd show.
Same! 1st was St Patty's Day at the cap center, buckeye was my 2nd.
I was at this show too! Also, my 1st.
Wow. Thanks for sharing this today 💓
Wow that was beautiful👍🤟🤩😎 Thank you for posting this.
I was at that show! Drive down from MN for a little slice of heaven. Thanks for the post!
I was at this show and it was a really good show, probably the best of their shows I went to-
Spot on .... for today😢❤🙏
Was There - Epic SOTM After Set- Break And Thunderstorm! Killer Shakedown In The Lor!
Beautiful song. Thanks boys
was always down for a buckeye- trip....last time was the Allgood around 2012- 0r 2013....a few miles from this venue, we drove over to the venue, after Allgood, brought me back in time! Hard to believe this was 93!! Seems like last week,
Beautiful and so goddamn sad...
My last show was Buckeye 94. What a great venue
Got a little rain that day..just a little sprinkle..no big deal
Same here. That Mighty Quinn in 94 was the last time i seen em live... NFA
And then you watch the 1995 version...a man suffering
Under the lime.
(sublime)
I was listening to a sick JRAD version when this popped up. It’s weird how things work
Thank you Jerry!!!!!!!
Quintessential Jerry - this may be my favorite Dead song.
It carries and showcases his emotion so well, at a time in the band's life that he was literally sacrificing his own life for the music, trapped on the wheel, just looking for a way home (out) but unable to find one because you can't jump off a moving train.
Funny how much you can love a guy you never met.
I like this version, since its a tad more upbeat than 7/9/95, but I love that one for the never ending end - I wasn't there, and have only seen it on video, but pretty sure we were witness to Jerry having a straight-up conversation direct with god and that he knew (maybe subconsciously only) that he was done.
We will survive!
God, I will always love Jerry and the boys!
This song told me it was almost over he gave so much I miss Jerry
I was there and in 95 my last show. I'm from Cincinnati
Thanks for this, it certainly eased my soul
I got a bit moist in the eyes there at the end. Jerry gave it his all and he mean every word he sang here.
I think Jerry’s guitar work is amazing. No one can do those licks bends and make it sound like rubber butter!! No one else can sound like that
👍🏾👌🏽👍🏿👌🏿👍🏾
God damn...this one is beautiful.
Ease our souls 💙
This is stuning!
Thank's for sharing!
Buckeye lake was as much fun as Alpine Valley. I couldn't find my car in either place.
Hunter was genius these songs are timeless
Second best so many Roads best is Chicago 95 last show what Jerry misses in guitar he more than makes it up vocally so tragic so raw lord been walking that road
So many
So many
Roads the best of all also Boston 94 but last show Chicago was is and always will be the ONE!!!!
Jerry, thanks , peace
I believe you. Never tried to push to the front. Always loved the company I was with. Being said, SMR with Brent
So special ty
I was just getting on the bus.. 15 years old buying a sheet off a old head and taking 10 hits. If I would have only known...
how did that work out for you? jesus
@Chris Dusio jesus good lord is right! He had to have tripped for days.
I was there!! I’m not sure if it was also that night or the next but I swear they actually made it rain, while they were playing Looks Like Rain.. during the part that goes “DaDa Na NaNaNa Naaa Da NaNaNa Na NaNaaaa.. 🌩️⚡️⛈️⚡️⛈️” there was a great big thunderclap and it just started POURING
Thought I heard a blackbird singing
Up on Bluebird Hill
Brian Murray this one sticks with me...
Present!
Oh yea this is a very soulful many roads!!
The only band ever I heard in my dreams...GD can do that.
Bravo!!!
I've been telling people far and wide this is my favorite So Many Roads since '95 when I got it on cassette. I was at Soldier Field '95 and still think this one blows it away.
Heart breaking to see this. 51 going on 70, and the crowd hoping he could get through his songs.
Missed this one vacationing @ Club Fed ( White Sands @ J E R O N I M O
On to deer creek and up to Chicago. 78 microbus and some good times
Love!
I was there👀🍄👌✌
Jerry looking healthy and happy..
Never one of my fave tunes but great Video fer sure..
Timothy Ryan I have a feeling this isn’t too many people’s favorites and there’s a reason for that
The late versions of this make me really sad because of just knowing jerry was gone shortly after.
Garcia had some great moments for sure..
Love the bass accent. Nice take.
Great!
If that doesn't give you the happy goosebumps.......?!
Happy , idk . A somber ,euforic , meloncollie chill ,
No! It breaks my heart seeing Jerry like this... 😔
wow, never seen this. thanks for the post
This makes me so sad , I took a lot of roads too but got no where !
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
Jerry lives ❤️
The world will be better place.When the rest of these heath·en no longer occupy this space & time.
Someqhere up in the clouds ol jerries still truckin down the highway 🛣️ to get to the next show
Ease my soul