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Ship of Fools
May 23, 1982
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

Part of a great overall show at the Greek. I don't necessarily seek out SOF, but JG is on point on this one, both in his playing and vocals.
1
Althea
Dec. 3, 1981
Dane County Coliseum

1981 is chock full of good Altheas, and this is one. A bunch of cool JG riffs - surprised this isn't listed. Solid show.
1
Stella Blue
May 8, 1981
Nassau Coliseum

Really love early Brent era Stellas (‘79-82). Jerry is excellent throughout this show, and this Stella is no exception. Could be a tad longer though.
1
He's Gone
Sept. 7, 1983
Red Rocks Amphitheater

This entire show needs more love on here. Some cool Jerry guitar on this.
1
Loser
Sept. 7, 1983
Red Rocks Amphitheater

Love both the '82 & '83 Red Rocks runs, and each includes a great Loser. 7.29.82 & 9.7.83. This is a heater - Jerry rocks the big solo. Check her out!
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
June 26, 1974
Providence Civic Center

The China Cat portion of this is far and away the best of all time, while the IKYR is just good. I think the China Cat is so incredible that IKYR would literally have to suck to knock this out of the #1 spot.
To Lay Me Down
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

I love this one - '74 is probably my favorite year. However - I rank this 2nd to my favorite TLMD - 8.3.82. Donnie - I think Jerry's "broken and shot" voice in the 80s works well for this particular song.
The Eleven
Oct. 12, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

This whole show is as good as it gets. Almost every song played is a top version - this and DDHNM are unreal. Crank it.
Big River
July 1, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

This should be higher up the list - like #1. Jerry is close to perfection here.
Shakedown Street
Aug. 13, 1979
McNichols Arena

Top shelf version here. I can't think of one I like better, as a matter of fact. Go Nuggets!
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