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Around and Around
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

Bobby belts it, Keith slides in perfect synchronicity. Don't miss the surprise " Johnny B. Goode" parts Garcia throws in.
6
Wharf Rat
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

In the transition in from "Wheel," you can hear some of the ideas Garcia brings into his solos during the mid- and late- May "TOO"s
3
Not Fade Away
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

The chords and initial drum beat said "NFA," the the groove kept saying "Iko."
20
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

Scarlet > GDTRFB. Catches the crowd by surprise for a moment. Hot version.
3
El Paso
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

Sugaree > El Paso, and they nail it.

Comments

Dark Star
May 11, 1972
Rotterdam Civic Hall

There is not a single song in this entire show that is not outstanding. One of the best shows I've yet heard. This "DS" is amazing, and it's a bright star in the blinding firmament of the concert. Pick any song from this show, you won't regret it.
Truckin'
May 11, 1972
Rotterdam Civic Hall

The only time all show I thought they were running out of steam, and even then, it's a superior version.
Deal
May 8, 1977
Barton Hall - Cornell University

Hey Madcap, I saw something to that effect on a "Weir Here" video that was partially shilling for the May '77 box set. That was the first I've heard of it (joking that the show was so popular it never actually happened), so if anyone else can walk it back further, let me know!
Promised Land
April 1, 1980
Capitol Theatre

Hilarious. Prankster Dead at its finest! and is Mickey joining in on vocals?
Promised Land
Feb. 15, 1973
Dane County Coliseum

Seconded!