headyversion

find the best versions of grateful dead songs

please login or register.

guyincognito

————————

+1580


Submissions

2
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 8, 1981
Forum Theater

The connective tissue between a legendary S>F and a very underrated '81 Terrapin, this is a mellow exploration that unfolds beautifully
1
Mama Tried
Oct. 15, 1977
Moody Coliseum - Southern Methodist University

Doesn't get more disco than this. The Dusborne matrix version is filthy, crunchy, and powerful. My personal fav for some time now. Play it loud!
5
Black Throated Wind
Oct. 27, 1973
Indianapolis State Fair Coliseum

If the soundboard were cleaner, this would be a classic. The climax is absolutely stunning and seems to never end.
2
Loser
Oct. 27, 1973
Indianapolis State Fair Coliseum

The mix isn't the best, but the performance is stellar. Definitely worth checking out.
1
Let It Grow
Oct. 14, 1980
Warfield Theater

Part of an unusual sequence between Tennessee Jed and The Wheel. A standard version for the era, elevated by focused playing and smooth transitions
show more submissions

Comments

Loser
June 7, 1980
Folsom Field

holy mother of god how have I never heard this version until now? my mouth literally fell open listening to that. easily a top 5 version
Cold Rain and Snow
March 22, 1985
Hampton Coliseum

seriously awesome! I think the sound anomalies are an effect by Healy?
Bird Song
March 12, 1981
Boston Garden

crazy underrated, that peak is magical. Rolfe aud is A+ quality
Foolish Heart
Sept. 19, 1988
Madison Square Garden

pretty nifty for an early one
The Wheel
May 21, 1982
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

very good version indeed, has a dreamy ending jam that segues nicely into the Playin' conclusion
show more comments
headyversion loves the dead but is in no way affiliated with The Grateful Dead or affiliated enterprises. find out more >:) >:)