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When I Paint My Masterpiece
Nov. 7, 1987
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

They are just "on" this show. Killer Masterpiece. Great energy.
3
Row Jimmy
Nov. 7, 1987
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

There's something about the aging in Jerry's voice that gives the song extra gravitas.
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Queen Jane Approximately
Oct. 8, 1989
Hampton Coliseum

Real crisp version. Brent sounds like he's dropping pixie dust.
10
Unbroken Chain
June 4, 1995
Shoreline Amphitheatre

I remember being at this show and joking with my buddy about the that the song being played meant the band was dissolving. It still bugs me.
3
Walking Blues
May 20, 1992
Cal Expo

My favorite from the shows I saw with Vince. Cal Expo was rocking that night.
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New Potato Caboose
March 29, 1968
Carousel Ballroom

Incredible mellow start that just ramps up throughout the song. Phil is definitely leading this march.
Loser
March 24, 1990
Knickerbocker Arena

There are certain songs that are enhanced by the aging in Jerry's voice. This is definitely one of them. It really sounds like a down on his luck man coming from a sad place but still hoping for one last break of luck. And Jerry's interaction with Brent on this Version is amazing.
Sugar Magnolia
July 18, 1989
Alpine Valley

Of all the split versions of Sugar Mag/Sunshine, this one has to be the best. Awesome energy on the Sugar Mag side. Brent's key work is phenomenal!
Dark Star
July 13, 1984
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

An absolutely great version! An encore to a killer show and during a lunar eclipse! What more do you want? And Jerry's voice sounding older and raspier gives it a different feel than the late 60's, early 70's versions. Not only that but over 15 minutes as an encore!? This version is just amazing on many levels.
Sugar Magnolia
July 13, 1984
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

And Brent is absolutely killing it. That triple key swipe after the "walk around" line will always bring me back to this version.
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