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Loser
Sept. 10, 1974
Alexandra Palace

Phil drops some serious bombs to complement Jerry’s ringing leads.
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Pretty Peggy O
Aug. 24, 1980
Grand Center

Jerry’s solo is a fountain of melodic exuberance, reminiscent of the BEW earlier in the set.
4
Wharf Rat
Oct. 27, 1973
Indianapolis State Fair Coliseum

Worth switching to the AUD to hear the explosive ending after the SBD cuts out. Just awe-inspiring.
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Drums -> Space
March 26, 1990
Knickerbocker Arena

Freaky electro Drums. In Space, listen for Bobby’s wild playing shortly before Jerry segues into Miracle.
13
Me and Bobby McGee
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

Tight, energetic, heartfelt rendition of this era staple.
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Comments

Row Jimmy
Sept. 18, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This particular song may have benefited from the lushness of the Vince-plus-Bruce sound. I think it went through something of a renaissance in this period. This is a really strong version, and frankly both new keyboardists sound great.
Touch of Grey
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

I’m surprised not to find this one higher. It’s not flawless — Garcia fumbles a lyric — but it’s performed like they mean it. Certainly worthy of your attention, along with the rest of Bruce’s first show as a band member.
Space
Jan. 15, 1979
Springfield Civic Center

“Unique” is right! Think of The Wheel crossed with Ollin Arageed crossed with the intro to Run Like an Antelope. This deserves more votes.
Crazy Fingers
Feb. 19, 1991
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Very substantial jam on the end of this one. Do not overlook it.
Crazy Fingers
Aug. 4, 1989
Cal Expo

Echo-enhanced (Jerry) and wah-saturated (Bobby) guitar, brilliant keyboard arpeggios and runs tinged with sparkling MIDI effects. I'm blown away by the tone color alone. The performance is also very good.
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