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Wharf Rat
Oct. 7, 1977
University of New Mexico

Most pristine version I've ever heard. So smooth, so clear. Keith leads the way, Jerry brings it home. . Essential for all Wharf Rat fans
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Aiko Aiko
Aug. 10, 1982
Iowa Fieldhouse - University of Iowa

Another kick-ass version out of Space...not as long&rising a wind-up as the 9-14-82 tripiness), but raucous, fun & full of N'awlins cajun rock!
36
Cold Rain and Snow
Oct. 12, 1983
Madison Square Garden

Powerhouse. Garcia belts out vocals. Hear amazing riff of added notes in the main theme instrumental sections.Drums pound away as well.
7
Brown Eyed Women
Nov. 29, 1979
Cleveland Public Hall

Jerry commits strong vocals to this rendition--he's into it big time...& Brent adds great accompaniment. Very strong Garcia bridge jam as well.
117
Cumberland Blues
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

They could actually hit the high notes in '72, and the jams? Goodness gracious--this one just rips a hole in the space/time continuum!
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Not Fade Away
Oct. 18, 1983
Cumberland County Civic Center

Finding this version is like snagging a great player who got passed over by every other team in the draft. Be the scout who discovered it
Dark Star
Jan. 10, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

Classic example of a version that would be miles higher on the board if a stellar SBD existed. The AUDs available are good enuff tho' that this should still garner more votes. Whole show is a barn burner--and as I've mentioned before contains one of the greatest Shakedowns of all time. This DS is also a gem
Dark Star
March 15, 1969
Hilton Hotel

^^^^Right back atcha OrangeTango--I often stop and check out reviews w/your tag on 'em and am never disappointed. Nice too to see that a lot of long timers here still weigh in on occasion and keep finding diamonds in the rough -as you alluded to - to keep the conversation and love of the music alive
Pretty Peggy O
Oct. 1, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Both jam breaks in this excellent version are gems
Dark Star
March 15, 1969
Hilton Hotel

Totally agree-a musical sea and soundscape that reaches far and wide. Do wish there were better existing recordings of this show but it's worth listening through it to get to the richness of the music itself. Lotta good Stars to come this year obviously--this one sounds a little like a preview of one of my faves from 10/25/69
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