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Not Fade Away
July 4, 1989
Rich Stadium

Just see the video "Truckin Up to Buffalo" - perfect end to a GRATE show
28
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 1, 1990
The Omni

The version on "Without a Net" is pretty surprisingly absent from this list!
2
High Time
Aug. 21, 1982
Uptown Theatre

Slow but amazing harmonies!
58
Bertha
July 4, 1989
Rich Stadium

Interplay between Jerry and Brent and the Phil bombs stand out for me.
3
Morning Dew
April 5, 1995
Jefferson Civic Center Coliseum

Jerry really gives it his all at the end. Also the last version with the line "doesn't matter anyway" at the end of the song.
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Comments

Playin' In The Band
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

I love the explosion at 16 minutes, the cacophony that it is. And I am curious after 9 minutes, is that Ned? Or is it Keith? There's an 'essay' on what's called the Grateful Dead Guide, and it states, "The nedbase site conclusively shows that it was Keith (who was unusually adventurous that day) - Ned wasn't there."- something to ponder. Regardless, it's a nice exploration. Not a fan of the high-pitched noise around 22 minutes, though.
Eyes Of The World
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

I echo all the sentiment listed above, however the vocal flubs are jarring in an otherwise enjoyable version. Will have to compare to 6/18.
Scarlet Begonias
July 16, 1990
Rich Stadium

Mickey gives it force during the jam, and lift-off!
Turn On Your Love Light
May 24, 1972
Strand Lyceum

Should be higher, both for significance as well as delivery. Grate Pig rap.
Eyes Of The World
May 25, 1993
Cal Expo

Fantastic - Jerry brings his flute too! He offers up some good melody lines throughout his solos.
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