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Wharf Rat
July 16, 1990
Rich Stadium

A great one from summer '90. Vocals are crisp, musically the organ work is great and the band is tight and all in the flow.
3
Bertha
Nov. 2, 1985
Richmond Coliseum

Rocking opener to an excellent show.
2
Space
April 26, 1984
Providence Civic Center

Jerry solo for most of it with some effects from time to time. Unique. And then it goes into Dew
4
Brother Esau
Nov. 2, 1985
Richmond Coliseum

This song is not really in a "heady" format, but I always liked it as a 1st set tune. This version is well.played as is this show.
5
Morning Dew
April 26, 1984
Providence Civic Center

Yes 1984. I love the ups that happen in this year. This version has a lot of great energy from the boys. Mid-song solo is very strong.

Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 9, 1981
Madison Square Garden

Long bridge into Rider and not a lose their way one but a strong run to Rider.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
June 26, 1974
Providence Civic Center

After an incredible opening jam the Dead pull off a very nearly flawless rendition.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
July 17, 1989
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

The bridge to Rider is beautiful in any era. The band was feeling it in Alpine.
Playin' In The Band
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

One of my favorite shows ever. Ned Lagin performs and adds some weirdness which may have helped to send the Dead into the nether regions and beyond here.
Playin' In The Band
July 29, 1988
Laguna Seca Recreation Area

Love the jam here. I always needed the closure of a reprise.