Two summers ago both Garcia Project and DSO played Jeezum Crow. Eaton wasn't there, so DSO played two JGB shows. The Garcia Project was better at JGB than was DSO.
Yes, Bart. They played Starlite after my Hippie Hour a while back. Nice folks and music was very good. The "Jerry" guy, Mik, is good with similar rigs as Jerry, so he gets the sound. They didn't have a very good draw at Starlite, but they should in your neck of the woods. I hope this tour goes well for them.
Thanks Bill and Mark. I am feeling so much better, now if we can do something about this weather.
This will be the last show of their West Coast tour, so I think they will really rip it up. GV is a party town and this is a dance concert on a rainy night so the party is on.
Thanks Stu, I saw that. I am just ready for a new East Coast cover band, playing the music I like. The more I hear from these guys the more I like. I will hang out for set up see all the equipment, see how it all works then go back later for the show
The guitars are just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to Jerry Garcia’s unique tone. The amps and effects are also a very important aspect of achieving the right sound. Mik had acquired a 1967 Fender Twin (blackface) from a friend about 15 years ago. Using some inside information on components and wiring that needed to be modified, Mik took the twin and made it as close to Jerry’s specifications as known. The twin is just used as a preamp, though. The real raw power (and additional tone) comes from the Mcintosh 2100 solid state power amp. Why use a 30+ year old power amp? Because nothing else on earth sounds like it. The Macintosh has been heavily modded as well.
Combine the preamp and power amp sections with a rectreation of the Wall of Sound speaker cabinets and authentic JBL e-120 speakers, and thats where the magic starts to happen! Mik plays the guitar in his own style, not copying Jerry note for note. This gives a new energy to the music and helps create a new magical journey for each song.
The most thorough examination of Garcia's various Amp & Speaker configurations that I've seen in one place -- by a guy who makes some great guitar stuff.
enjoy. they are on fire, and a fine bunch of peeps. i met and talked with Mik and Freeman, the piano player. nice down to earth folks and accomplished musicians.
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I have not seen them but they
I have not seen them but they seem to be to JGB what DSO is to Grateful Dead.
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Two summers ago both Garcia
Two summers ago both Garcia Project and DSO played Jeezum Crow. Eaton wasn't there, so DSO played two JGB shows. The Garcia Project was better at JGB than was DSO.
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Yes, they do only JGB shows.
Yes, they do only JGB shows. They are on a west coast tour.
I plan on going, it has been raining or snowing the last few days.
I have cabin fever! Need to get my Jerry on
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Yes, Bart. They played
Yes, Bart. They played Starlite after my Hippie Hour a while back. Nice folks and music was very good. The "Jerry" guy, Mik, is good with similar rigs as Jerry, so he gets the sound. They didn't have a very good draw at Starlite, but they should in your neck of the woods. I hope this tour goes well for them.
Hope you are doing well, Bart. Hey to Benice.
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Mik plays very well. Band is
Mik plays very well. Band is solid. JGB show recreation.
If you like JGB music, you will enjoy these guys at a very modest price point!
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Thanks Bill and Mark. I am
Thanks Bill and Mark. I am feeling so much better, now if we can do something about this weather.
This will be the last show of their West Coast tour, so I think they will really rip it up. GV is a party town and this is a dance concert on a rainy night so the party is on.
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Big fan!
Big fan! They do Jerry Band music some sweet justice.
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Have not seen Garcia Project
Have not seen Garcia Project (yet)
Here is a nice link to the "Tiger" repro build...
http://www.thegarciaproject.com/miks-new-tiger-guitar-build-journal/
Thanks Bart.
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Thanks Stu, I saw that. I am
Thanks Stu, I saw that. I am just ready for a new East Coast cover band, playing the music I like. The more I hear from these guys the more I like. I will hang out for set up see all the equipment, see how it all works then go back later for the show
The guitars are just one piece of the puzzle when it comes to Jerry Garcia’s unique tone. The amps and effects are also a very important aspect of achieving the right sound. Mik had acquired a 1967 Fender Twin (blackface) from a friend about 15 years ago. Using some inside information on components and wiring that needed to be modified, Mik took the twin and made it as close to Jerry’s specifications as known. The twin is just used as a preamp, though. The real raw power (and additional tone) comes from the Mcintosh 2100 solid state power amp. Why use a 30+ year old power amp? Because nothing else on earth sounds like it. The Macintosh has been heavily modded as well.
Combine the preamp and power amp sections with a rectreation of the Wall of Sound speaker cabinets and authentic JBL e-120 speakers, and thats where the magic starts to happen! Mik plays the guitar in his own style, not copying Jerry note for note. This gives a new energy to the music and helps create a new magical journey for each song.
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The most thorough examination
The most thorough examination of Garcia's various Amp & Speaker configurations that I've seen in one place -- by a guy who makes some great guitar stuff.
http://www.wald-electronics.com/gear_directory/amphistory.html
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Oops ! Just noticed that Mik
Oops ! Just noticed that Mik B. uses that guy's preamps. Also some other players you might recognize.
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YES! saw them twice this week
YES! saw them twice this week and did not disappoint. planning on going to
Don Qs tonight!
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Thanks Dickyb, that is the
Thanks Dickyb, that is the kind of review I wanted . Looks like a great weekend to boot.
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enjoy. they are on fire, and
enjoy. they are on fire, and a fine bunch of peeps. i met and talked with Mik and Freeman, the piano player. nice down to earth folks and accomplished musicians.
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Saw then Friday night at
Saw then Friday night at Hopmonk
Mik has some nice guitars