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find the best versions of grateful dead songs
Grateful Dead April 1, 1985
Cumberland County Civic Center Portland, ME | Listen on archive
5
Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues
Jerry plays a blistering beautiful solo during this version and Phil vamps it up like only he can! A classic version loads of FUN
2
West L.A. Fadeaway
Slow and serious. Mickey is masterful as is the overall tone control.Solo could have had more satisfying crescendo, fun lowkey set 1 vibe
1
Bird Song
down to business in the mines of emotion. Tight and incredible. A gem of a intuitive version with lots of rootsy charisma and swingin' euphoria..
2
Looks Like Rain
Tender, soothing, perfect. Brimming with firecracker... jerry rips a mean fret-flyer or two
1
Estimated Prophet
flecked with blues licks and modal harmony... explosive stuff excellent yelping and melt
1
Eyes Of The World
jesus they're late for the plane on this version, autobahn Eyesie. defiant, rewarding stuff
1
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Wow! Smokin! Jerry whips up an amazing transition before crossing into Rider. Playing is tight and fast. Heady af!