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12
Queen Jane Approximately
March 16, 1990
Capital Centre

First song from this set that really grabbed me. Beautiful playing from the entire band.
7
Not Fade Away
March 15, 1990
Capital Centre

Come for the Terrapin (show highlight), stay for the NFA!
11
Cassidy
March 15, 1990
Capital Centre

Hot version from a killer first set! Short but heady jam. AUD for full effect.
6
Turn On Your Love Light
March 14, 1990
Capital Centre

Short version, but some great MIDI playing. You can hear how deeply influenced Garcia was by saxophonists.
4
Drums -> Space
March 14, 1990
Capital Centre

hell yes

Comments

U.S. Blues (Wave That Flag)
April 12, 1978
Cameron Indoor Stadium

What a rocking version!
Standing On The Moon
April 1, 1995
Pyramid Arena

I don't know... Garcia's playing is nice, but his vocals are heartbreaking. Why's it working for you, @cgarces?
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
March 30, 1990
Nassau Coliseum

For better or worse, this was my introduction to this sequence, so it retains a fond place in my ears and heart.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 7, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

IMHO, the "China Cat' is pretty uninspired with little jamming, but the "Rider" does have a cool groove. Why a top 20 spot, MusicSole (not trying to argue, trying to hear it)?
Not Fade Away
June 4, 1977
The Forum

This is an intense version! It's rather fast, and Jerry just goes off on it. It seems like they're been pushing the tempos throughout this entire tour, and the energy level rises accordingly. Don't let the AUD throw you off, this is absolutely worth repeated listens!