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Submissions

2
Greatest Story Ever Told
May 12, 1974
University of Nevada

Keith is fantastic throughout - gives this version the same vibe as some of Garcia/Saunders explorations during the same time period. Fun listen. #50
2
They Love Each Other
Aug. 20, 1983
Frost Amphitheatre

Sure there’s a couple lyric flubs, but Jerry delivers in a slight trippy fashion during this loping version. Love it
6
Little Red Rooster
Aug. 31, 1981
Aladdin Theater

Proudly submit this version. That Dusborne matrix gives this superb depth of sound. Brent’s Hammond solo is lively and strong, and Jerry’s lightning.
2
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
July 6, 1990
Cardinal Stadium

Surprised this one hasn’t been submitted already. Raucous version with Brent getting weirdly psychedelic for his calypso-like solo

Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
July 21, 1974
Hollywood Bowl

I'm on a quest to move this version on up!!! One of my favorites.
Friend of the Devil
Sept. 20, 1970
Fillmore East

Incredible well played, the song is MADE for the acoustic setting and the mando puts it over the top. Great version.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

It is somewhat hard to put into words why this is my favorite. Sure they technically nail everything, but this isn't the only time that occurs, obviously. There is an electricity to this version that comes alive through your speakers and transports you to that space that only this band can bring you. A timeless classic.
Looks Like Rain
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

I have always loved the versions of this song with Jer on pedal steel. Maybe it is because they were my introduction to the song as a kid, but that sound just tears at my heart!
Dark Star
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

Began my journey through the Euro '72 Box Set a couple days ago, and was once again blown away by the realms they take the song this evening. The theme they build going towards Sugar Mags is life-affirming stuff and the segue could be one of the smoothest I have ever heard. Fantastic version that surely deserves some praise.
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