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Aiko Aiko
Aug. 10, 1982
Iowa Fieldhouse - University of Iowa

Another kick-ass version out of Space...not as long&rising a wind-up as the 9-14-82 tripiness), but raucous, fun & full of N'awlins cajun rock!
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Cold Rain and Snow
Oct. 12, 1983
Madison Square Garden

Powerhouse. Garcia belts out vocals. Hear amazing riff of added notes in the main theme instrumental sections.Drums pound away as well.
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Brown Eyed Women
Nov. 29, 1979
Cleveland Public Hall

Jerry commits strong vocals to this rendition--he's into it big time...& Brent adds great accompaniment. Very strong Garcia bridge jam as well.
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Cumberland Blues
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

They could actually hit the high notes in '72, and the jams? Goodness gracious--this one just rips a hole in the space/time continuum!
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They Love Each Other
Feb. 3, 1978
Dane County Coliseum

Dicks Picks Vol. 18. Ridiculously hot mid-section jam by Jerry. Donna ads very sweet accompaniment a la best of JGB versions. Don't overlook this one!
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Queen Jane Approximately
Aug. 17, 1989
Greek Theatre, U. Of California

Overlooked song in general....very strong version here yes!
Eyes Of The World
Feb. 15, 1973
Dane County Coliseum

Yes, run do not walk to the new Miller source. Helped me revisit this gem & I realized it's pointless to complain as I did earlier about the undeveloped outro section b/c the rest is so freaking amazing it more than makes up for it (for example the incredible 2 min. long intro in just the second time ever played!) Glorious stuff.
Aiko Aiko
Sept. 24, 1982
Carrier Dome, Syracuse U

Jerry’s voice nearly cracks in half during the last verse but he just leans into it and growls even harder....this version is freaking great
Not Fade Away
Oct. 28, 1977
Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Hall

If you're looking for a sleeper NFA that for some reason has been buried in the standings you've found it. Slow filthy funk groove to this one w/a jam after first verse that sounds a little different than many from this year--drives forward w/some great rhythm devil work. Patient in the pocket version that could use some ups.
Ramble On Rose
May 22, 1977
The Sportatorium

^excellent! Thx for that tip to a new source
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