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5
Wharf Rat
March 18, 1993
Capital Centre

This is an especially long version, and Hornsby's accordian gives it an orchestral feel.
4
Bird Song
Oct. 17, 1981
Hippodrome

A fairly unique version, because of its placement in the second set and the way that it jams into NTAW.
3
Never Trust A Woman
Oct. 17, 1981
Hippodrome

An interesting segue from a rare second set Bird Song which is unfinished.
1
The Wheel
May 21, 1982
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

Strong version which leads into a nice jam, and a very well-developed transition to Playin Reprise, reminiscent of 76/77 versions.
5
Uncle John's Band
July 1, 1985
Merriweather Post Pavilion

Extremely passionate, if compact version. JG's leads are especilly determined during the jams.
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Comments

So Many Roads
March 19, 1995
The Spectrum

Best part of a lackluster show (and yes, I am counting the Unbroken breakbout).
Playin' In The Band
April 8, 1971
Boston Music Hall

Good reference point to assess later exploratory versions.
Playin' In The Band
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Interesting in that some of the best moments are in the jam following Samson. It's not simply a "space> reprise" sort of thing, but a well-developed exploration.
Playin' In The Band
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

Garcia is flowing brilliantly in the first serving of Playin: transition to UJB is flawless, puts later Playin> UJBs to shame.
The Other One
Sept. 3, 1985
Starlight Theater

I think it's the strongest of the '85 TIFTOOs. (But that might not be saying all that much...)
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