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Ship of Fools
Oct. 18, 1978
Winterland Arena

An especially sharp and spirited specimen - expressive vocals, the rhythm section is precise, and Garcia's guitar break is masterful. A still life.
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Tennessee Jed
Oct. 1, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Energetic, serene AND Garcia's break is pure ragtime gold. In a good TJ, the guitar is a character. Here: a little insolent. Quality.
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The Wheel
June 28, 1976
Auditorium Theatre

That spacious, unadorned June 1976 sound is so perfect for The Wheel. This one's dynamic and delivered with feeling. Cool show.
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Cumberland Blues
March 20, 1971
University of Iowa

Oh man: LISTEN! Vocals are mixed a bit high, but this Cumberland has all the important "little" details. Notes the quotes. B'AM!!!!
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Tennessee Jed
July 12, 1976
Orpheum Theater

1976: Your standard issue tipsy, warm-hearted TJ of the period. The guitar break is more conversation than guitar solo. Standard but special.
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Sugaree
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Dave's Picks definitely thrust this one into the sunlight - and it thrives. I dig the May 77 Sugarees, but this one, being a bit shorter, is tighter and more focused than many of those. Sort of a 1976 focus. I, too, overlooked this one, but it's a mighty Sugaree that deserves its place in the canon.
Sitting on Top of the World
May 31, 1969
McArthur Court, University of Oregon

A favorite show - it's hardly surprising that this Sittin' is an ill-tempered scorcher. And yet, the band is so tuned in, there's still plenty of dynamic push-and-pull at such high speeds. Boss.
Playin' In The Band
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

High energy Playin' from a high energy show. Agree with quinn_76: this is a fab, underrated show. Nothing not to like.
They Love Each Other
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

Taken at my preferred pace - this one crackles with energy (even with that sort of silly bridge). '73 TLEOs are red hot.
Ramble On Rose
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

Full-throated version with Weir and Godchaux leading the charge. Needs more votes - isn't that obvious?
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