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Deal
July 3, 1978
St. Paul Civic Center Arena

Tons of fun - everyone's getting involved, including Keith with some nice flourishes. Jerry's solo is tight and the ending is superb.
2
Mama Tried
June 30, 1985
Merriweather Post Pavilion

I've always loved this song, particularly when it's uptempo and full like this version. The fire continues onto Mexicali Blues.
3
Mexicali Blues
June 30, 1985
Merriweather Post Pavilion

High energy and uptempo coming out of Mama Tried. The whole band sounds great, and Brent and Bobby provide a great rhythm section.
2
The Wheel
March 27, 1993
Knickerbocker Arena

Great tempo and a nice friendly vibe coming out of Space. Some excellent playing by Phil. The energy continues onto Watchtower.
11
Deal
July 18, 1990
Deer Creek Music Theater

A fast-paced shred-fest of a Deal to close set 1. Jerry's solo can't be missed. So full of energy!
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Comments

Sugar Magnolia
Aug. 4, 1974
Philadelphia Civic Center

Keith completely takes over this version! Surprised it doesn't have more votes - it's the one from Dick's Picks 31.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 28, 1972
Academy of Music

Man, I love this one - it's uptempo and cheerful. A major highlight of Dick's Picks 30, for sure.
New Minglewood Blues
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Everyone's playing great on this one, but listen to the DRUMMERS! They've got the perfect swing in their playing, it's wild. For me, the Rhythm Devils make this track an all-time great.
Sugar Magnolia
April 25, 1983
The Spectrum

This one's the highlight of the filler on Dave's Picks 39. A fast but in-control version that the band really gets into towards the end.
Visions of Johanna
Feb. 21, 1995
Delta Center

A beautiful version from one of the last good shows. I actually like this version quite a bit better than the original by Dylan - it's got all the emotion of a rough year worn on Jerry's sleeve.
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