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Loser
Oct. 30, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Best Loser you haven’t heard yet! Jerry takes the solo for an extra walk around the block! Required listening folks!
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Candyman
March 7, 1981
Cole Field House

Jerry’s tone is just impeccable here! Moreover, Jerry adds a tad more umph to the soulful vocals. A standout of the era!
2
Big River
Oct. 21, 1973
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Blazing version, but I nominated it primarily for its placement within the context of the tasty Playin'->Half-Step->Big River->Playin' sandwich.
3
Deal
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Jerry's pipes never sounded sweeter, and Keith's barrel-house piano chops complements perfectly!
6
Deal
July 17, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Deserves mention.
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Comments

Morning Dew
Dec. 31, 1976
Cow Palace

Inspired.
Playin' In The Band
Dec. 31, 1976
Cow Palace

One of the better versions of Playin', post-hiatus. This reading explores many avenues of ideas; the segment from about 14:00 -19:00 is especially engaging.
St. Stephen
Sept. 25, 1976
Capital Centre

The fall tour of '76 contains some of my favorite music the Dead laid down, but I think this show is weaker compared to beasts that lay ahead: 9/28, 10/1, 10/3, 10/9, 10/10, 12/31. That said, this show has its moments. For me the highlight of tonight's show is the groove Phil thumps down following the drums before leading into St. Stephen. Nothing explosive here, but a fun listen nonetheless.
Bertha
Dec. 31, 1976
Cow Palace

My favorite '76 Bertha for sure.
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
June 11, 1976
Boston Music Hall

Underrated.
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