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U.S. Blues (Wave That Flag)
Oct. 18, 1989
The Spectrum

Encore version from a show that deserves some love.
3
Black Peter
Oct. 18, 1989
The Spectrum

There are some tempo fluctuations, but Jerry is hot this whole show.
4
Terrapin Station
Oct. 18, 1989
The Spectrum

Great playing from the entire band in this version, and kicks off a nice "TS > Drums > Space."
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Ship of Fools
Oct. 18, 1989
The Spectrum

Nice mellow version in a show that deserves some attention.
6
Queen Jane Approximately
Oct. 18, 1989
The Spectrum

The whole thing is great, but Jerry's solo is so melodic and joyful, how can you not love it?

Comments

I Need A Miracle
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

I agree– not usually my jam, but I quite liked this version!
Jack Straw
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

Which guitar is JG playing? I didn't think Tiger debuted until later this year, so is he playing Wolf?
Jack Straw
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

Agree that this song changed by era, so it's hard to pick a definitive one, but also agree (insist!) that this is a must hear. Vocal issues usually turn me off, but Garcia is *ON* all night, and it comes through here in a big way.
New Minglewood Blues
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

This one has the extra verse ("couple shots of whiskey..."), some crowd sing-along that comes through nicely on the AUD, and I’m a complete sucker for Jerry noodling before songs.
Pretty Peggy O
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

For completists, the “M&MU > Big River” that precedes this is decent, but I personally didn't hear anything particularly special. Jerry’s playing in “River” is nice, and you can tell he's having a good night, and Keith doesn't get in the way too much.