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Little Red Rooster
Nov. 30, 1980
Fox Theatre

All about Brent.
2
Drums
June 4, 1978
Campus Stadium - University Of California

Part of a very hardcore rock and roll 2nd set. HEAVY wailing Drums>Space>NFA w/motorcycle revs.
8
Beat it on Down The Line
May 16, 1972
Theatre Hall

Another Europe '72 tour winner. Bobby sez "Rock on out" for the bridge jam and Jerry obliges.
25
Ramble On Rose
May 22, 1977
The Sportatorium

Just discovered this one, available on archive as outtakes that didn't make the DP release. Simply put, it kicks ass.
8
Doin' That Rag
June 14, 1969
Monterey Performing Arts Center

Always a tough tune for the band to pull off but here they do it with authority. Jerry nails the vocals w/gusto!

Comments

Eyes Of The World
June 20, 1974
The Omni

Huge thanks for this recommendation. Best Truckin' I've ever heard and this is my new favorite 1974 Eyes...10/29/77 still my overall favorite, but this is just killer.
Althea
May 1, 1981
Hampton Coliseum

yes, one of my favorites...not sure why it doesn't get more love. Excellent Franklin's, Wheel and Stranger, too!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 4, 1977
The Palladium

Contains a clever Bobby "China Cat" lick early on. Brief but distinctive.
Might As Well
Oct. 29, 1977
Evans Field House, Northern Illinois University

My favorite Dead show of all time. Yes, all the above comments are correct. Jerry ready to have some FUN--tune sets the tone for an incredible night. wish I'd been there.
Bird Song
June 22, 1973
Pacific Coliseum

Spaciest, most-dream-like version ever. Remnants of Dark Star in the jams. Gorgeous version.