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The Wheel
July 2, 1989
Sullivan Stadium

Surprised this isn't here. Tight, clean version with beautiful tones and harmonies. Serene version before that blazing Fantasy.
1
Truckin'
Oct. 17, 1990
Grugahalle

I really dig Hornsby era performances of this classic tune.
1
Black Peter
Oct. 17, 1990
Grugahalle

Fantastic "Peter" with a great outro where Jerry really lets 'er rip.
1
Stella Blue
May 3, 1991
Cal Expo

One of the best post-Brent versions of "Stella Blue." Soaring, transcendent outro solo. Power Jerry.
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Stella Blue
March 19, 1995
The Spectrum

Jerry's piling on the soul and plays a very nice solo.
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Man Smart, Woman Smarter
March 20, 1992
Copps Coliseum

Best post-Brent version. I miss his ballsy belting on the second verse on versions after he passed, but this one is great thanks to Bruce and Jerry.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 3, 1986
Cal Expo

A rare version of this combo where I think the "Scarlet" is more exciting than the "Fire." Excellent version overall, though.
New Speedway Boogie
Feb. 19, 1991
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

How is this fucking low? Though "New Speedway" had a banner comeback throughout 1991, the first bust-out is the best; it has killer momentum, Jerry nails the words, and the crowd reaction is priceless. Get the Vernon aud, which sounds excellent and captures the crowd's reaction.
Dark Star
June 17, 1991
Giants Stadium

There's a hint of "The Other One" in there as well before "Drums."
When I Paint My Masterpiece
June 17, 1991
Giants Stadium

Bruce even sneaks in an accordian tease of DS DURING the song.
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