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Greatest Story Ever Told
March 25, 1993
Dean Smith Center - University of North Carolina

Gritty Bobby vocals, good groove, great show.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 25, 1993
Dean Smith Center - University of North Carolina

If you haven't heard this one, check it out. One of the last truly great ones.
1
The Wheel
Oct. 27, 1991
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Absolutely gorgeoues version coming out of "Space." Jerry and Bruce blend together so well.
2
Queen Jane Approximately
June 11, 1992
Knickerbocker Arena

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Wharf Rat
June 11, 1992
Knickerbocker Arena

Emotionally present version.

Comments

Morning Dew
March 27, 1994
Nassau Coliseum

Let's really make an effort to get this one in the Top 5, it really does belong there. The pacing is perfect, and Jerry's playing is delicious.
Playin' In The Band
July 19, 1994
Deer Creek Music Center

Amazing version. Goes into deep space 9 real quick and beyond. Freakout central.
Loose Lucy
March 27, 1993
Knickerbocker Arena

Seriously guys, this should honestly be # 1. I'm not kidding. The slinky, full steam ahead versions from the 1990s' clobber the tame pre-break versions; it took what was essentially one of their most throwaway songs and turned it into a real crowd pleaser. The "Thank you for a real good time" refrain becomes as much a genuine message to the crowd as a double entendre within the context of the song. It's a completely different beast from the 1973-74 versions, a stronger, powerful, and frankly better one.
Let It Grow
July 7, 1989
JFK Stadium

One of the highlights of my all time favorite show.
Dark Star
Sept. 19, 1970
Fillmore East

i don't care what you say about 10/26/89. There is no scarier DS moment than the dead silence around the 8:30 mark here. And then later on it becomes the happiest DS ever. Freaky shit. Not to be missed