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The Eleven
Feb. 24, 1968
Kings Beach Bowl

RAGING. 'nuff said. Goes into 'Drums', then 'Alligator', and can be found on 'Dick's Picks Vol. 22'.
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Two Souls in Communion
April 26, 1972
Jahrhunderthalle

C'mon, this is SURELY the definitive version?! Pigpen is so strong yet so poignantly vulnerable in this cut, with perfect fills from Jerry and Bill.
12
Morning Dew
Aug. 24, 1968
Shrine Auditorium

Intense stuff; brisk but heartfelt. Real acid rock. The venue people cut off the power at the end, but 'til then, it's still 7 great minutes.
37
Turn On Your Love Light
Jan. 26, 1969
Avalon Ballroom

I know Deadheads try to prove themselves by choosing more obscure versions, but the 'Live/Dead' version is EASILY in the Top 5 'Love Lights' ever.

Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Feb. 28, 1973
Salt Palace

Superb. Consistently melodically inspired throughout its 14-minute duration.
Morning Dew
Feb. 28, 1973
Salt Palace

The dynamics of this version are devastating. Jerry gets terrifyingly quiet at points, but the climactic crescendo kicks it into the stratosphere.
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Aug. 13, 1975
Great American Music Hall

This one needs more love. It's fiery, beautiful, committed, and the vocals are absolutely fantastic, especially from halfway in. Truly one of the best versions they ever did. It's dynamic AND gorgeous. That piano! That guitar!
St. Stephen
Oct. 31, 1971
Ohio Theatre

How is this not higher? The second half is fantastic! And otherwise, it's such a laid-back jam!
Sugar Magnolia
April 26, 1972
Jahrhunderthalle

C'mon, people - this one's undeniably a great version, even if not the best.
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