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Dear Mr. Fantasy
May 5, 1990
California State University Dominguez Hills

There are surprisingly few really great versions of this tune, and this is one of them. Jerry takes his time, layering burning, melodic phrases.
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When I Paint My Masterpiece
April 3, 1990
The Omni

They found the right (slower) tempo for this in later years. Also Bobby learned not to oversing. The moments when his voice fills with rage now work.
3
Space
April 5, 1989
Crisler Arena

Jerry's playing simultaneously causes and scratches an itch inside your brain. Spooky comping by Bobby.
1
Feel Like A Stranger
Feb. 5, 1989
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

Busting out of the gate in the first show of the year. Great interaction between Bobby and Phil, tasteful commentary by Jerry.
1
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Oct. 14, 1988
Miami Arena

Great version because Bobby is understated, even weary. This gives Jerry the space to jump into the choruses with emotion. Dodging lions.
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Comments

Might As Well
Aug. 2, 1976
Colt Park

So cool that they go into a loose jam out of this tune. Bobby is def playing Wang Dang Doodle.
Dark Star
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

So sorry to hear it NJ!
Wang Dang Doodle
Oct. 11, 1983
Madison Square Garden

It's super weird that Jerry is playing the riff in the wrong key here. It gives to tune an otherworldly feel that's kind of cool, but weird.
Casey Jones
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

Bobby killing it
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

This tune is so perfect for Keith. He sounds great, as does Bobby. Love that he's so high in the mix in this SB.
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