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Submissions

2
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.
1
Stella Blue
March 19, 1995
The Spectrum

Jerry's piling on the soul and plays a very nice solo.

Comments

Morning Dew
March 27, 1994
Nassau Coliseum

One word: dynamics, something sorely lacking in a lot of late day Dead. Every subtle nuance, every modulation, every bit of pathos is nailed here. Nothing is left to chance, the band hits the bullseye. Jerry's voice is so good in the beginning, especially when he goes for a softer tone. Perfect performance. The 25th anniversary will be here before we know it, so rev up those upvotes.
Shakedown Street
March 28, 1981
Grugahalle

The drummers are really so on this whole show.
Samson and Delilah
Dec. 16, 1992
Oakland Coliseum Arena

This version really cooks. Bob has fire in the belly and Jerry is possessed.
Row Jimmy
Dec. 16, 1992
Oakland Coliseum Arena

Spectacular version. This whole show is really a great one.
Row Jimmy
Sept. 18, 1974
Parc des Expositions

Such a tight, clean show. One of the best ever!