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Black Peter
Jan. 17, 1979
New Haven Coliseum

One of the more languid takes on this one. Although Jerry's voice is shot, it works. Notable for 2 runs through the solo, both of them stellar.
3
Feel Like A Stranger
June 29, 1980
Pauley Pavilion

Explosive jam makes this one a bit unique. Not as smooth and complex as some later versions, but synergy and chops by all.
9
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
June 4, 1977
The Forum

Smokes from head to tail. No SBD, or this would be top 5 with ease.
20
Stella Blue
July 3, 1978
St. Paul Civic Center Arena

I fully expect this one to rise in popularity once the BBD arrives.
5
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Aug. 27, 1981
Long Beach Arena

Nice AUD has Jerry up front. Great solo in SB, transition is interesting, with nice cascading riffs, followed by a Hot FOTM.

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Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
June 7, 1991
Deer Creek Music Center

Minus the half point reduction, what is the score? 3.5 stars? Genuinely curious.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Tough to grade 3 songs. Use a 5 star system for a total of 15? The Franklin's from "76 is untouchable, even by some higher rated ones, IMO. I am currently reviewing and grading every SB>FOTM recorded. I realized early on that some bias was occurring. So I anonymized them all to ensure as much objectivity as possible. Only after my evening review of the combo do I find out it's identity. I think this is the best way to approach the project. On a side note, Some giant's have fallen, and some unknown(to me) gems have surfaced. Also, a couple of the greatest Trainwrecks in Grateful Dead history occur in S>F.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
June 14, 1987
Ventura County Fairgrounds

Well played combo with a fantastic solo in Scarlet, the transition jam, though brief, fires on all cylinders. The FOTM is notable for a smoking jam after the second verse.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 20, 1989
The Spectrum

"Barely smoldering and I don't feel the heat, After 4 minutes still cant find the beat." There is some good playing in spots, but the beginning of Fire is a train wreck.
Uncle John's Band
Dec. 12, 1969
Thelma Theater

Embryonic version has a great tribal feel to it. Transition into HWAFOM works real well for me.
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