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1
Beat it on Down The Line
Oct. 3, 1994
Boston Garden

"Beat It" beat it after this one. Abrupt, sloppy lead-in but the song itself is tight and enthusiastic.
6
Hell in a Bucket
June 21, 1989
Shoreline Amphitheatre

I was shocked not to see this one from the famous PPV solstice broadcast.
2
Bertha
June 25, 1992
Soldier Field

Phil's all over this one. Really urgent upbeat version.
2
Hell in a Bucket
Sept. 8, 1990
Coliseum

Great opener for Vince's second show. Jerry's solos are rippin' and Bob's possessed. Nice subtle work from Vinny.
8
Jack Straw
Jan. 15, 1979
Springfield Civic Center

Surprised this ain't here. Lyrically perfect (another Clive ad lib from Bobby) and Jerry kills the transition jam.

Comments

Morning Dew
March 27, 1994
Nassau Coliseum

One word: dynamics, something sorely lacking in a lot of late day Dead. Every subtle nuance, every modulation, every bit of pathos is nailed here. Nothing is left to chance, the band hits the bullseye. Jerry's voice is so good in the beginning, especially when he goes for a softer tone. Perfect performance. The 25th anniversary will be here before we know it, so rev up those upvotes.
Shakedown Street
March 28, 1981
Grugahalle

The drummers are really so on this whole show.
Samson and Delilah
Dec. 16, 1992
Oakland Coliseum Arena

This version really cooks. Bob has fire in the belly and Jerry is possessed.
Row Jimmy
Dec. 16, 1992
Oakland Coliseum Arena

Spectacular version. This whole show is really a great one.
Row Jimmy
Sept. 18, 1974
Parc des Expositions

Such a tight, clean show. One of the best ever!