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2
I Fought The Law
June 18, 1994
Autzen Stadium

Will Jerry ever figure out the opening lyrics? Stay tuned.
2
I Fought The Law
July 26, 1994
Riverport Amphitheatre

Auburn leads Georgia 30-10. Go Tigers!!!!!!!
4
I Fought The Law
Sept. 29, 1994
Boston Garden

Isn't everything better at Boston Garden?
3
I Fought The Law
March 27, 1995
The Omni

An improvement over the first version.
1
Me and My Uncle
May 24, 1995
Memorial Stadium

Frisky Jerry and Vince jams highlight this one.

Comments

Me and My Uncle
Sept. 22, 1991
Boston Garden

While the song is elevated by a very interested Bruce and Phil, everybody steps up and does a really good job. Check out the nice fiddle work that fits in perfectly.
Me and My Uncle
May 10, 1969
Rose Palace

Ah, yes. Back in the day before this song was nothing but set filler. Can't you just see somebody back in 91 saying "Man, I sure hope they do Me & My Uncle tonight.". This is worth a listen.
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
Sept. 20, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This, without a doubt, is the worst song placement in the history of the Grateful Dead. The first set totally cooked. The second set opened with a smokin' Truckin, China>Rider. Not just any versions, but totally rippin' and a rockin' versions. Then comes this. It's like you just had blissful sex then somebody dumped a bucket of ice cold water over your head. That's how much this version sucks.
Ramble On Rose
Sept. 20, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This is one of those songs that has earned its reputation as being nothing more than set filler. This version, however, totally cooks. Jerry's vocals are really good. Bruce takes over, playing lead piano, but Jerry takes back over with a MIDI solo that brings the house down. The ending vocals are spot on, making this - in my opinion - a top 5 version.
Bertha
April 26, 1972
Jahrhunderthalle

This version totally rips. The only thing keeping this from being the second or third best version is that Keith is too low in the mix, which is a total shame, because he is tearing it up and deserves to be heard loud and clear.