Posted: January 22, 2009 - 5:12pm
It has been pointed out that in our haste to set up regional enclaves, we neglected our neighbor north of the border. We herewith remedy this sad oversight. Heads of Canada, this is your clubhouse!
Deadheads of Canada, Eh
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Grateful Canuck - Thanks for the suggested shows and....
On March 25th, 2009 Playing in the ... said:
...have a great time on the 22nd. I'll be at the Buffalo show on the 21st.
Peace,
Playing in the Tower with Eyes on Fire in El Paso with a Cat
Can't find "Meet Me in Wilkes-Barre" topic
On March 25th, 2009 Playing in the ... said:
Hi Marye or other,
I can't seem to find the "Meet Me in Wilkes-Barre" topic. Where is it hiding?
Playing in the Tower with Eyes on Fire in El Paso with a Cat
Wilkes-Barre?
On March 25th, 2009 Mr. Pid said:
Conversation is always more interesting than recitation, so speak your mind and not someone else's.
Thanks Mr. Pid
On March 25th, 2009 Playing in the ... said:
Peace,
Playing in the Tower with Eyes on Fire in El Paso with a Cat
going South
On March 25th, 2009 krs10 said:
Greetings Can-heads!
It's good to see a few folks here gearing up for the shows. A few of us will be heading to MSG from Toronto. Although there's no room in the van, we hope to meet other heads for before- and after-party fun. Any shows/jams much appreciated. Check out the Deadheads>Scene> for hookups at specific shows.
I was listening recently to a show my partner was at: Kingswood, ON, June 30, 1987. Here's the archive.org link:
http://www.archive.org/details/gd87-06-30.schoeps.ladner.8577.sbeok.shnf
Any other great Canadian shows are ALWAYS appreciated. My first were Copps Coliseum, Hamilton, ON, March 20, 21, 1992. Beautiful stuff, folks!
Love to all,
K
Hey I was wondering where
On March 26th, 2009 chris hodgson said:
Hey I was wondering where all the Canadian Heads went. Just going to Buffalo this year. I have been seeing shows since Hampton Spring Tour 1992. A few a year mostly near the border, perhaps I have met some of you already? I am always scanning licence plates at shows and will continue to be on the lookout for you guys. Mine = Ontario Plates on a red ford ranger ( will will have beers YAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!! )
Have a great day everone !!!!!!
...Chris
Can-head identity
On March 27th, 2009 krs10 said:
Hi folks,
I got a message from an inquiring mind as to what makes Canadian Deadheads different from other heads. I'll share my reply and wonder what you all think...
I myself wonder what it is. Maybe we feel bonded by the fact that our culture is slightly different than our neighbours to the south - our population is much smaller and we find comfort in finding fellow heads in the same country. We have a strong sense of our own geography, landscapes that we love, places we've had to endure... imagine the Canadian version of American folklore with place names and eras and histories that we share in common. Coming from this perspective and loving the Dead make for a special combination. Also, Dead shows in Canada are rare and special treats and we tend to remember them fondly.
One of the most distinguishing features, I think, is that because of this, we all end up crossing the border for shows and that is quite an adventure. Many a road story about being stopped at the border and searched, sent back, arrested, etc.... It's like a rite of passage that we all have had to endure. It also means that most of us are dry once we cross to the "other side" and need to start making friends quick if we're going to get a good buzz. Maybe that's why Canadians are known to be so friendly!
Any thoughts? I find it an interesting discussion worthy of its own Canadian studies course. Maybe I'll get my partner who's a prof and Dead scholar to create it!
Love meeting you all in the virtual realm.
K
Canadian Dead Heads
On March 27th, 2009 chris hodgson said:
I have so many stories about the border. It has become some what of an art form. !!!!
...chris
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