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Me and My Uncle
Oct. 11, 1983
Madison Square Garden

Big energy, a good Jerry solo, no lyrical flubs, and transitions into a hot Mexicali Blues. What else could you ask for?
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Dupree's Diamond Blues
Sept. 20, 1982
Madison Square Garden

Is there a single version of Dupree's that DOESN'T put a smile on your face? This one's a ton of fun, and a big highlight of an under-appreciated show
6
Candyman
Sept. 20, 1982
Madison Square Garden

Brent's piano is a major factor in this hot version. Tempo is just exactly perfect.
2
Black Peter
Oct. 12, 1983
Madison Square Garden

Sounds more triumphant than haunting, but that's not a bad thing. Excellent soloing throughout, with the final minute being particularly great.
2
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
Oct. 12, 1983
Madison Square Garden

Carries the momentum of the H/S/F prior, leading to a fast version with some great Jerry solos.
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Comments

They Love Each Other
May 13, 1973
Iowa State Fairgrounds

Funky is right. This is a great slice of uptempo Smokey Robinson-esque R&B. Great early version!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 25, 1977
The Mosque

It’s this high because people like it. Nothing more complicated than that. Even though I wouldn’t put this version in my top 10, I find this one to be SUPER enjoyable throughout, hence my upvote. You don’t need any more reason to give it a thumbs-up. I’m sure most people here would say the same. That’s the thing about taste…it’s always subjective.
Sugar Magnolia
April 20, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

Wrong date. This was played on the 19th, not the 20th. There's a reason it's not listed here.
Wharf Rat
April 20, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

Again, this song wasn't played on this date. It's from the 19th, not the 20th. Filler on Dave's 35.
The Wheel
April 20, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

Because this song wasn't played on this date - it was played on the 19th, and included as filler on Dave's 35.
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