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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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Satisfaction
Aug. 8, 1982
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Bobby has a very good idea singing Wang Dang Doodle over this.
Dark Star
Sept. 19, 1970
Fillmore East

Agree with iknowyourider. The amount of empty space early in this DS is frightening and beautiful. Also love what Phil plays at 22:46.
Estimated Prophet
July 31, 1982
Manor Downs

Bobby's playing is amazing in the jam.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
July 31, 1982
Manor Downs

One of my fave tapes from way back when. So many great moments from Jerry and Phil, especially in the transition and during Fire.
Stella Blue
April 19, 1982
Baltimore Civic Center

Jerry is really paying attention to this. Great emotion and inspiration vocally and in the solo.
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