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Big Boss Man
May 30, 1971
Winterland Arena

We need a Winterland version, don't we?
5
Cumberland Blues
Aug. 7, 1971
Golden Hall

Jerry rips; classic summer 71
3
Sugaree
Aug. 5, 1971
Hollywood Palladium

A laid back one. Phil's bass and Billy in the groove.
6
Passenger
June 8, 1977
Winterland Arena

Everyone is on for this one. Great vocals, even by Donna. Why isn't this getting any love?

Comments

Truckin'
Sept. 20, 1970
Fillmore East

An acoustical shuffle. The soundboard has quite a decent transfer and editing (is mine CM's? Probably.) The vocals in particular are clear and you can really appreciate the harmonies, and Bob never sounded so good. This one conveys a real sense of space. How can this not be in the top 5? Sure, there's a lot of special electric versions, but this one needs more love.
Not Fade Away
May 8, 1977
Barton Hall - Cornell University

How many ways can Jerry riff on this song? This is a clinic. Relentless and masterful version.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
June 9, 1977
Winterland Arena

One of my favorite shows. Alas, I had just started a new job in a city 600 miles away and missed this stand. This sequence is 31 minutes of non-stop superb, A-1, just exactly perfect Dead.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

Without doubt a top 10, and I won't argue with those folks insisting it's top 5.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

I goofed. Meant to leave comment for 11/17. That one also belongs in the top 10.
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