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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.

Comments

Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
June 18, 1983
Saratoga Performing Arts Center

I haven't heard a higher energy solo in S/B. The trans is pretty good until they get a bit derailed, aside from the solo in SB, I don't think it delivers like other versions from this year.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 14, 1994
Madison Square Garden

One of the most rewarding aspects of the project were my feelings did change. I used to love 3/27/91, thought it was all that, and then some. It's not, it faired very poorly in review. I do think I would have probably awarded it a slightly better score had I known it's identity. I love the songs too, or else I wouldn't have embarked in this madness. I also appreciate your discourse, I think it improves the site drastically. I posted a link to all the timings and ratings in one of the 1991 versions, if you are interested.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 14, 1994
Madison Square Garden

I attended the concert and was aware of its notoriety, but I took all 240 versions and labeled them 1-240, with the date only visible in the metadata in ITunes. I Didn't want to be swayed either way by others opinions, good or bad. By your own admission, the Scarlet is ordinary, so half of the combo is already disqualified, How can it be in the best ever discussion then? I don't think the fire has the level of intensity, excitement and most of all, chops, required to make it primo. You obviously hear something I don't, and I don't want to harsh your mellow at all.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 23, 1982
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

The dual leads of Wier and Garcia engage in a fierce game of cat and mouse on this Scarlet. It's phenomenal. The fire is good, but not up to the insanity and beauty of the SB. See what you think. +1
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 14, 1994
Madison Square Garden

I listened to them anonymously so outside opinions wouldn't influence my review. Dick was pretty active online years ago, he'd tell you himself he was prone to hyperbole. On Buddhist principle, I took the Masters advice by questioning the masters advice. I listened to everything with an open mind, and no preconceptions. Do you think it deserves its ranking in the top ten? If so, why?
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