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Ramble On Rose
Aug. 6, 1989
Cal Expo

1989 was a banner year for this song. Brent is on fire and Jerry is, well, Jerry. Killer version.
2
The Wheel
Feb. 17, 1979
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

The symbolism of playing this one at Keith & Donna's last show makes this one significant. Great version.
2
Don't Ease Me In
Nov. 8, 1979
Capitol Center

Looe, fun version. Love Brent's solo.
3
Its All Over Now
Nov. 8, 1979
Capitol Center

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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 8, 1979
Capitol Center

Really strong version. Jerry's vocals are particularly sharp and playful here. Bobby and Brent deliver big here.

Comments

Foolish Heart
Sept. 18, 1990
Madison Square Garden

The more I think about the it, the more I think this one is the best one. The post-song jam is out of the is world, yes, but the song itself is also rock solid. Jerry plays some heartbreakingly soulful leads throughout, but Phil is also beastly on this one. This whole run was fiery, but especially these last three shows.
Playin' In The Band
July 29, 1988
Laguna Seca Recreation Area

The only post-1974 "Playin'" that is entirely self-contained (meaning the 'reprise' is within the body of the song itself and not split). A unique version in many ways.
Playin' In The Band
July 19, 1994
Deer Creek Music Center

I don't know how this is sitting down there with a mere six votes. If 5/26/93 can get as many votes as it has (and it does deserve them), this one should be right up there with it. It not only gets way out there but the chemistry and improvisation, especially between Jer and Phil, is outstanding. Not just good for 1994, this would be a titanic version in any era.
Its All Over Now
March 27, 1994
Nassau Coliseum

This version is one of the best. Jerry's playing is so damn crisp. Everything cgarces has said about this show is 100% correct: the set list may not be great, but the playing is top notch throughout and as good as you can get for post-1991 Dead.
Truckin'
Feb. 21, 1995
Delta Center

Jerry plays some seriously strong licks here.