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Mexicali Blues
Oct. 28, 1990
Zenith

An uncommonly rich version--Jerry and Bruce both make great use of their solos while Bob, Vince, and Phil add vibrant texture throughout.
3
It Must Have Been The Roses
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Sung passionately, played precisely. Just exactly perfect version.
3
Its All Over Now
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Unusually professional sounding for a cover. This one is nice and tight with just the right amount of bounce.
1
Tennessee Jed
May 12, 1974
University of Nevada

In full command of the Wall’s sonic clarity, Jerry executes on some softer, more intricate lead parts. Lovely version.
4
Little Red Rooster
April 2, 1989
Civic Arena

The Brent-driven portion of the jam is downright smoldering. The rest of the band can't resist getting in on the action.
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Looks Like Rain
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

Loose and dreamy, quintessential '73 Dead.
New Potato Caboose
June 8, 1969
Fillmore West

Filthy in the best possible way. Top-shelf Dead
He Was A Friend of Mine
June 8, 1969
Fillmore West

Easily the best version. Tight, soulful vocals followed by an extremely tasteful Garcia solo accompanied by some tasty work from Weir/Lesh. Even TC's lines hit. Get hip to it.
Dancin' in the Streets
June 8, 1969
Fillmore West

Insanely underrated version. Hell I'd go so far as to say this is essential Dead. Incredible group improv.
Not Fade Away
May 14, 1978
Providence Civic Center

You can hear Jerry writing the foundation of West LA mid Jam. He repeats a figure far more times than he usually does, but for good cause. Aside from the West LA seedlings, Weir is making creative contributions from beginning to end, including some halfway decent slide work. Top-shelf version.
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