Have had spotty internet for a couple of days and didn't get this posted in time for Friday's lineup
but there are still two more days of live music to be had via another of iClip's great webcasts.
Click the link and wait a bit - - the stream should start on its own
As always I don't recommend trying to download the suggested program that pops up - it doesn't always work well and the regular stream is just fine.
http://www.iclips.net/gotv.php
Saturday, August 2
11:00am - Alternate Routes
12:45pm - Strangefolk
2:30pm - New Riders of the Purple Sage
4:15pm - Bill Kreutzmann Trio
6:00pm - Dark Star Orchestra (Set 1) - seems they are expected to go on again for a late set
7:30pm - Taj Mahal Trio
9:00pm - Phil Lesh & Friends
Sunday, August 3
11:00am - Organically Grown Gospel Choir
12:15pm - Jackie Greene
1:45pm - TBA
3:15pm - Donna Jean and the Tricksters see below
4:45pm - Umphrey's McGee
6:30pm - The Neville Brothers
NOTE: The Festival's own website has some differences in the Sunday schedule
1:45 to 3:00 Sam Bush
3:15 to 4:30 Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi - Soul Stew Revival.
I've been listening to Alternate Routes and just saw JAG's post on Boogie reminding us that they opened for Taylor in Torrington last year.
Realized this morning that many people may not know the history of how / why Gathering of the Vibes came about so did what we all do - - went to Wiki for an easy synopsis.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gathering_of_the_Vibes
History
12 years of memories...
For 30 years, the Grateful Dead were an American musical institution. Born out of a decade of social upheaval and consciousness expanding, the group sparked the creation of an unparalleled sub-culture of loyally devoted enthusiasts. More than just another band, the Grateful Dead became a way of life for thousands of self-proclaimed Deadheads.
For decades, Grateful Dead shows had served as a community-building institution where followers of the group could revel with friends both old and new. But when Jerry Garcia passed away in the summer of 1995, many fans were left with a void in their lives. One man who was determined to keep the fire burning was Ken Hays, who at the time ran Terrapin Tapes, a media distribution outlet for live concert tapers and traders.
In 1996, Hays threw a memorial party for Garcia at SUNY Purchase. Aptly named "Deadhead Heaven - A Gathering of the Tribe", the event provided a forum for music lovers to celebrate the life of the Grateful Dead frontman and reunite for a weekend of spiritual renewal. In 1997, the festival relocated to Croton Point Park, NY and was re-named "Gathering of the Vibes."
In each of the years since, Gathering of the Vibes has carried the spirit of these initial events forward by creating wholly unique musical experiences for attendees from far and wide. The folks who come to the Vibes annually to build and renew their bonds of friendship comprise the community that has affectionately become known as the Vibe Tribe.
After moving to Plattsburg, NY for GOTV 1998, the Vibes found what seemed to be a natural home for the annual event at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT in 1999 & 2000. In 2000, Bob Weir became the first Grateful Dead alumni to grace the Vibes’ stage, performing both with his band Ratdog and in a memorable sit-in with bass virtuoso Les Claypool.
In 2001, as Seaside Park began to undergo major renovations, the Vibes moved to Red Hook, NY for its most well-attended event to date. Following the year in Red Hook, the Vibes took up a five-year residency at Indian Lookout Country Club in Mariaville, New York from 2002 through 2006, highlighted by an incredible two-night performance by Phil Lesh & Friends over Independence Day weekend 2002.
In 2007, Gathering of the Vibes came home to Seaside Park, re-kindling the magic of the unforgettable 1999 & 2000 shows. With the help of the Vibe Tribe and the generous support of the City of Bridgeport, we look forward to Vibes 2008 at this exceptional venue on the shores of Long Island Sound.
Listened to Taj's whole set while I worked on a new e-store I'll be launching soon (once I get five million little things customized, lol). Phil Lesh & Friends on now... the weather seems to be behaving for once.
I had a drink earlier so between that and Wavy Gravy's between-set ramblings, I am pretty much done thinking tonight. (Meanwhile... Wavy Gravy's still around?
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I am not much for sitting out in a field listening to jams but I must say that it is excellent to put this stuff on in the background while I am doing coding and photoshop stuff. The songs just keep going on and on and on for hours and I don't notice that it's, like, getting dark. I just keep plugging away at my work.
Might switch over to Newport Folk tomorrow... I'll ask the cat's opinion, since she's hanging out with me.
Just got home and it is still pouring here.
Glad it cleared up in Bridgeport so the day wasn't a total loss for the festival goers.
Would have liked to see Taj Mahal's set - - oh well, will catch him somewhere someday !
Agree about sitting in fields mari - especially soggy fields !
Just one more reason to love these audio / video webcasts.
Wonder if they will get more popular as gas prices make people think twice about traveling long distances ?
Think I'll go see if anyone is still playing for a while before I call it a night.
When it comes to festivals, there's not only the price of gas, but this wretched weather pattern we've had most of the summer when we're due for rain and/or thunderstorms every afternoon and evening. There's been a free music series in downtown Manchester most of the Thursdays in July, and the weather has never been good enough to tempt me to go.
A shame, usually it's my favorite thing to do of all. Does anyone know if it rained on Shangri-La?
Happily the Vibes website was correct - - this is great - - may have to rethink leaving the Burlington Waterfront Festival on Sunday after all
3:15 to 4:30 Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi - Soul Stew Revival.
still to come on iClips webcast
4:45pm - Umphrey's McGee
6:30pm - The Neville Brothers
Will be doing a split screen and bouncing back and forth with the NPR audiocast I guess
4:10 p.m.: Levon Helm
5:20 p.m.: Trey Anastasio
Good problem
When it comes to festivals, there's not only the price of gas, but this wretched weather pattern we've had most of the summer when we're due for rain and/or thunderstorms every afternoon and evening. There's been a free music series in downtown Manchester most of the Thursdays in July, and the weather has never been good enough to tempt me to go.
A shame, usually it's my favorite thing to do of all. Does anyone know if it rained on Shangri-La?
It rained all of Friday evening. Yesterday was dry. I won't say clear because it was cloudy most of the day but the fog rolled in late day making everything very damp. Today would have been a washout. We had the world's longest thunderstorm this afternoon (3 hours...) and the rain that came with it was torrential. Luckily, it's ok now but I know where Shangri-la was held and I'm sure it's a complete mudpit now. Ew. (And that wasn't a reference to Taylor's cd...)
In case anyone is around - - - Dark Star Orchestra is playing now on iClips - - they got rained out yesterday so making up for it tonight I guess.
The Neville Brothers were just freaking fabulous - - am hoping a taper got it - if I or hwc from Boogie find the set I'll post it here.