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12
Mama Tried
Dec. 29, 1977
Winterland Arena

Wolf's tone is even killer on Mama. I have no problem saying this is best ever.
6
Stir It Up
April 5, 1991
The Omni

It's a nice one, but the Cap version is the definitive. Listen for yourself.
1
Drums
July 16, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Digging this show. Nice Spanish Jam>Drums>Wheel.
3
The Music Never Stopped
June 5, 1993
Giants Stadium

Hot version with an Easy Answers in it. The jam out of Easy Answers flat out smokes.
6
I Need A Miracle
Oct. 14, 1994
Madison Square Garden

Could do no wrong at this show...even the Miracle smokes. This one blows away 90% of all the versions out there.

Comments

Greatest Story Ever Told
July 4, 1989
Rich Stadium

Great modern day version.
Deep Elem Blues
May 1, 1970
Alfred College

This one is a beaut.
Caution
May 11, 1972
Rotterdam Civic Hall

FYI... this show that should be in everyone's top 10 is 25% off at dead.net. It includes an amazing analysis of the 46 minute DS that is spot on and helps with understanding all the themes of the epic DS. This Caution is one of the best, also.
Doin' That Rag
March 1, 1969
Fillmore West

This one is a classic from a classic show.
Dark Star
May 11, 1972
Rotterdam Civic Hall

This DS is not for everyone. I do believe that it requires multiple listens to really respect how complex it is with its multiple themes. I can see after one listen that it may not be for everyone. It does deserve respect in GD lore, though. The first 13 minutes is pure DS theme.