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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

Eyes Of The World
Sept. 3, 1977
Raceway Park

My favorite of the 77-79 style. Gorgeous solos by JG. Band in top form.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
May 16, 1993
Sam Boyd Silver Bowl

Nice long version from a solid second set.
Blues For Allah
March 23, 1975
Kezar Stadium

This whole show is one big jam, and worth checking out. Transition from Blues for Allah to Stronger than Dirt is superb.
Morning Dew
May 8, 1977
Barton Hall - Cornell University

Maybe you've heard of it, and think it's overrated. (I did for a long time). But listen to it: it's not. Maybe you prefer the softer 72-74 versions (as I do), and think this lacks subtlety. It does not. Whatever you think about Cornell 77, it cannot be denied that this is a truly titanic version. Essential listening.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

I remember being in a car and listening to this: when they hit the as-yet undeveloped D-key jam in the middle, and sort of hang in the air I felt like this was about as good as it could get. Superior version, and always my favorite.
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