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Grateful Dead March 28, 1972
Academy of Music New York, NY | Listen on archive
5
Not Fade Away
This NFA motors and the GDTRFB is a solid outing, save for some significant caterwauling from Donna Jean
9
Brokedown Palace
Dick's Picks 30 is a good one... Bo Diddley on Disc 1... This Brokedown on a standout Disc 2
15
Two Souls in Communion
Another beautiful version from 1972. This song always seems like Pig's swan song. One of the best versions.
15
The Other One
Dick's Picks 30. Band is about to leave for Europe and gives a preview of the tour's signature jam style. Astonishing.
10
Truckin'
A more uptempo version where the band really gels nicely. You can hear Pigpen's organ shining on it, which is often lost in the mix.
7
Sugar Magnolia
Absolutely sick Sugar Magnolia->The other one. Highlighted by Keith and Jerry. Really fun energized crowd.
4
El Paso
"Thank's Texans" Phil sez to the NY crowd. This one is a rollicking good time. Jer is all over it behind a great Cowboy Bob showcase.
7
Playin' In The Band
Shocked it isn't here yet. Did you stop at Donna's beastly howl? If you did, you missed Jerry rip spacetime. Listen up and dig this Playin', really.
4
Mister Charlie
The best Mr. Charlie from the Academy of Music run of March 1972 (in my opinion) Follows a fantastic "You Win Again"
2
Chinatown Shuffle
Manages to still maintain its swing while speeding by at a rollicking rate. Keith shines.
4
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
A rockin' GDTRFB sandwiched b/w two insane NFAs! Every show the dead played in 72 seemed to be another level!
2
You Win Again
Normally not my favorite but this one stands out. Great keys and organ work from Keith and Pig. Dp 30