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5
Bertha
Nov. 6, 1971
Harding Theater

Extended and ripping. Tape has a few sound issues, but its listenable. Sick version.
12
Let It Grow
Jan. 31, 1978
Uptown Theater

Blistering...
4
Let It Grow
July 17, 1988
Greek Theater - University of California

On point, quick, and plain sick.
3
Bird Song
Dec. 12, 1994
Sports Arena

16 minutes, with trippy vibes going on throughout. Sick jamming, vocals are not too bad, but could be better.
4
Bird Song
June 19, 1988
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

This one lifts off. Massive rendition. Garcia melodically pushes this one to multiple peaks, a fantastic version.

Comments

Dark Star
Oct. 31, 1971
Ohio Theatre

Melodically intricate and captivating. Totally worth a listen for anybody inclined to sit down and really appreciate what's going on. Almost sounds like a jazz composition if you let the sounds blend together. Really good version.
Feel Like A Stranger
April 20, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

One of the best versions my ears have heard.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
April 20, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

Grendel, thanks for pointing this one out. Really great stuff. The intro to Fire as was mentioned is indeed superb. The whole Fire for that matter is superb, and not to forget the Scarlet, a very good rendition. In all seriousness this version is massively underrated and deserves many more votes, for real.
Row Jimmy
Oct. 28, 1985
Fox Theater

Starts out sounding like Jerry is a little fatigued. However, he picks up the pace once delivering the solo, and the solo is good, both of them. The concluding minutes of the song are also played well. All in all I agree with your above comment, and this version is worth an upvote.
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
Feb. 17, 1979
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Energized