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Grateful Dead May 21, 1974
Edmundson Pavilion Seattle, WA | Listen on archive
30
Eyes Of The World
Overshadowed by the monster second set Playin', this deserves more attention. Tight playing, tons 'o energy, and Phil is massive and funky. Check it!!
15
U.S. Blues (Wave That Flag)
The boys were still inspired after that 46min Playin' and it shows. Possibly the best US Blues I know of. Don't overlook it or the rest of the show!
18
Sugar Magnolia
Are you kidding me?!? This just blazes white hot. Whole 2nd set is just a supernova.
24
Wharf Rat
A musical triumph capping an amazing 2nd Set. Soaring, almost Bird Songish intensity to the ensemble soloing. Perfect.
15
Ship of Fools
Jerry's voice is crisp, his playing is sharp, and Keith does a great job with atmospheric organ fills
12
It Must Have Been The Roses
Personal favorite so far; Clean, strong vocals (SBD & matrix versions)
10
Johnny B. Goode
Another rocker given a litlle something extra in 1974, Keith and Jerry are really smoking on this version.
15
Scarlet Begonias
Great stand alone Scarlet before it found it's life partner in fire. Memorable show, surprising not to see it here.
8
The Race Is On
Tight rn through real standout performance by Keith and Donna as well as Bobby, Many countryish tunes this night than a 46 min Playin'
7
Let It Grow
Not the powerhouse of the early 1980's versions but more beautiful floating on a beautiful guitar tone from Jerry, solid full band performance! 1974!!
3
Beat it on Down The Line
Woah! Band is tight as hell in this one, in particular KEITH sounds awesome