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43
Let It Grow
Aug. 7, 1982
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Dick's Picks, Vol. 32. One of my favorite versions of the '80s.
17
Truckin'
Nov. 20, 1973
Denver Coliseum

Absolutely demented bulidup and jam + a killer Phil solo segment
45
Looks Like Rain
Feb. 3, 1978
Dane County Coliseum

Can't believe this isn't here!! Possibly the most epic 1970s LLR!!!!
7
Looks Like Rain
Nov. 20, 1973
Denver Coliseum

Just a stunning ensemble effort...Jerry's complimentary playing duing the verses is breathtaking!
24
Truckin'
Oct. 29, 1973
Kiel Auditorium

Out-friggin-standing 18 min. space/jazz jam out of this Truckin'...then a brief drums segment into a blistering Other One
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Comments

Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Feb. 27, 1981
Uptown Theater

The Scarlet is very 'meh' to my ears, but the Fire definitely rocks.
Franklin's Tower
Oct. 19, 1981
Sports Palace

This is a good one!
Franklin's Tower
March 13, 1982
Reno Centennial Coliseum

Fuck yea!!! Amazing high energy version and nice set 2 overall.
Let It Grow
Oct. 2, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Very strong; energetic yet patient playing with typical Garcia magic. Classic show.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
April 30, 1977
The Palladium

Wow, wow, WOW!!!!!! Forget all the other spring '77 versions, this is IT. Jerry absolutely KILLS. Amazing! A must hear version, my new favorite.
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