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Grateful Dead May 19, 1974
Portland Memorial Coliseum Portland, OR | Listen on archive
57
Black Throated Wind
Bobby throws some excellent chaw on the vocals. My go-to for an underrated song
22
Ship of Fools
So perfect...Keith and Jerry really hit the sweet spot, and Phil, Bobby, and Bill are clicking nicely
104
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
'74 gem...Phil and Billy are feel in' it big-time...superb transition
62
Mind Left Body Jam
I argue this chunk of music containing the MLB jam after Truckin' is some of the best music the Grateful Dead have ever played. Bar none
27
Weather Report Suite
Bob muffs the words but all's well that ends well...the unique space-jazz jam out of this one is not to be missed. Such a chill Oregon vibe!
24
Scarlet Begonias
Short succint and distilled to its '74 essence. Plus Donna's sexiest "Ohhhhhhhhh" ever.
45
Wharf Rat
Slightly faster with a steady ostinato bass that works beautifully. No dirge, but a thoughtful tale. I hear waves against a wharf at the end.
7
Feelin' Groovy Jam
Already listed as the CC>IKYR, but this jam stands on its own. One of the tightest from start to finish.
12
Sugaree
Surprised it's not here yet...Jerry's solos are succinct but lively and emphatic. Solid 74 version
8
Big Railroad Blues
Can't believe this one isn't on here yet from this legendary show! Hot and super tight -- the band is really on this whole set
6
Mexicali Blues
This one takes a sharp left turn into some weird tones and aggressive soloing from Keith and Jerry.
2
El Paso
Basically an instrumental, as many have noticed, the vocals are shot for a good portion of the first set