Grateful Dead Live at Raceway Park on 1977-09-03
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The Englishtown Epic: A Grateful Dead Milestone
On Labor Day Weekend 1977, the Grateful Dead delivered a legendary performance at Raceway Park in Englishtown, New Jersey. With a crowd of over 102,000, it was a historic moment that solidified the band's status as a cultural icon.
The setlist was a masterpiece, featuring extended jams, classic songs, and unexpected covers. Highlights included a blistering "Truckin'" and a transcendent "Dark Star." The band's energy was infectious, and the crowd's response was overwhelming.
The Englishtown concert remains one of the most beloved and celebrated performances in Grateful Dead history. It was a testament to the band's ability to connect with their fans on a deep level and create unforgettable musical experiences.
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Flew them back and forth from the hotel by exit seven on the Jersey Turnpike.and the racetrack
. The downcard was The Marshal Tucker Band along with The New Riders of the Purple Sage. It was my son’s third birthday as well as my first time my flying at night as a civilian pilot. The next day l told someone that l had flown some band named The Greatful Dead. I didn’t have a clue. Jerry Garcia ? Who’s he ? Duh ! The prior spring l was lettering a wall in Burlington, Vermont when two guys asked me if l could design a logo and paint a sign for their new ice cream shop. I told them I couldn’t because I was moving to New Jersey to fly helicopters. Now you know the rest of the story…”Gu-day”! Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia. I came so close. Ah well .Call George Pisa and ask him to tell you his story…
I was there behind-the-scenes working with the band and managing all the helicopter travel in and out.
It was more epic than you can imagine
I was there also. I lived in East Windsor, going to grad school at nearby Princeton University. One recollection I have is that I needed a new muffler for my car because so many people tried to hitch a ride on the way out by sitting on the back of my car.
Went to show w best friend Steve, we had to parked like 5 miles away. Blazing hot outside. Met some folk at the show dying of thirst due to the hike and heat. What I thought was water was actually shine. And that’s we’re I dropped and watched the show
I was fortunate enough to go to this show.