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They Love Each Other
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Groovy, and some REAL nice solos by both Jerry and Keith. This one's got a little edge to it too.
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Tennessee Jed
April 7, 1978
The Sportatorium

'78 was a good year for this song. Lyrical slip-ups aside, the soloing and jaunty pace of this one make it a gem of the first set.
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Sugar Magnolia
Sept. 11, 1983
Downs of Santa Fe

One of a hundred high-energy versions of the early 80's, but hot nonetheless. Part of a thunderous Bobby-centric second set.
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Good Lovin'
April 6, 1978
Curtis Hixon Convention Center

Part of a one-two-punch opener, paired with a heater of a Bertha. Keith adds great texture to Jerry's solo.
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Sugar Magnolia
April 12, 1971
Civic Arena

Jerry's got that wah going the whole song. Some may not like it, but I LOVE the psychedelic edge it brings to this version.
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Comments

So Many Roads
Oct. 1, 1994
Boston Garden

Makes me cry like a baby every time I hear it. Chills down my spine - a flawless performance by Jerry, and as emotional and heartfelt as a Dead performance ever got. The cherry on top of the last truly incredible show.
Feel Like A Stranger
Oct. 12, 1984
Augusta Civic Center

Best-ever, in my book. This one's got all the right kinds of drama and tension that the track should have. A great opener to a great show.
Cumberland Blues
Oct. 21, 1983
Worcester Centrum

Always liked Brent's keys on this version - he really carries it, and this track's one of the highlights of this show because of his playing.
New Minglewood Blues
Jan. 22, 1978
McArthur Court, U of Oregon

My number two version! A furious version from one of their all-time great shows, and sets the tone for the whole night.
Dark Star
Oct. 26, 1989
Miami Arena

Beautiful, terrifying, and nothing short of nightmare fuel for those brave enough to give it a listen. I've never heard a scarier Dark Star in my life, but I love it nonetheless.
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