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Cassidy
Oct. 10, 1976
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

The previous night's version was tasty, but this one is delicious. The nomination for this one is long overdue. The whole show is quintessential '76
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Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

Whoa! This one somehow slipped through the cracks - A hidden gem for sure!
7
Jack Straw
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Opens the first electric set from the last (and best) show from the 8 night run at NYC's Radio City Music Hall. Its nomination is long overdue!
5
Eyes Of The World
Oct. 17, 1978
Winterland Arena

This should be on the map. Follow it to find the treasure!
3
Me and My Uncle
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

Alert! This one not a throw-away. The best one of '74, no foolin'. Played with a perfect balance of gusto, gumption & grit.
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Comments

The Other One
Nov. 17, 1972
Century II Convention Hall

This version (and the show in general) most definitely deserves the growing accolades. The Truckin'->Other One->Brokedown serves as a prime example of why we love this band!
Bird Song
Nov. 17, 1972
Century II Convention Hall

This one is a thing of beauty. The synergy between the boys this evening is undeniable, as this soaring Bird attest to. I think this one nips at the heels of the more celebrated Veneta.
Playin' In The Band
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

I'm convinced this one would be ranked higher if more people heard it. As mentioned before, I think this is the best sleeper show of 1973, and I feel obliged to do all I can to alert people of this Playin' and this show in general. One of my favorites from my favorite year.
Bird Song
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

One of the all time greats--make no mistake about it. This version is a gift that just keeps on giving with every new listen. I still give 6/22 the nod for the best of the year, but this one is actually my favorite. This is the greatest sleeper Bird song imho; in fact, I suffice it say that this show is the greatest sleeper show of 1973! The best kept secret from one of the Dead's most beloved years.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

It’s the first time the Dead introduced the Feelin’ Groovy Jam into the China->Rider sandwich that would remain intact until their late ’74 hiatus. After Bill Graham’s introduction, the suite explodes like a mule kicking open a barn door. And the boys just keep the groove...The first set offers up the best Birdsong of 1973–this side of 6/22/73 of course. The whole show is worthy!
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