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Touch of Grey
Oct. 13, 1990
Ice Stadium

Inspired drumming, Vince and Phil make this one.
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Bird Song
Oct. 13, 1990
Ice Stadium

Easily the best song of the first set. The whole band gets into this one.
2
Truckin'
April 14, 1971
Davis Gym, Bucknell University

If you dig those 1971 stand-alone Truckin's - you will like this.
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Queen Jane Approximately
Oct. 13, 1990
Ice Stadium

Wellsung by Bob - crisp, understandable vocals.
3
Deal
April 14, 1971
Davis Gym, Bucknell University

Not the beastit would become, but a good early version.

Comments

When Push Comes to Shove
Dec. 16, 1986
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Do so many people dislike this song because they couldn't handle hearing Jerry sing "knock you down and beat you up and give your ass a kick"? Love that raucous instrumental break!!
When Push Comes to Shove
Dec. 17, 1986
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

This song deserves more love. The lyrics are absurdly funny and Jerry's guitar work is a little raunchy. A really nice blend, and a shame this song didn't last longer.
When Push Comes to Shove
Dec. 30, 1986
Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center

Man, I love this song!!! Solid vocals and a nice instrumental break. Worth a listen.
Desolation Row
Oct. 4, 1987
Shoreline Amphitheatre

I've always really liked this song, and at times, it was my favorite thing to hear Bob sing from the first set. This version features top-notch, passionate and inspired vocals, along with some really nice keyboards from Brent, and Phil and Jerry sounding good too. Definately worth a listen and your consideration.
Desolation Row
July 2, 1995
Deer Creek Music Center

.....like this coming from The Tour From Hell, there is something very enjoyable here. Yes, there are versions with much better vocals and instrumental work, but things just kinda flow in the right direction. This is the final time the song is played.