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Feel Like A Stranger
March 31, 1986
Providence Civic Center

Hardly a classic, but surprisingly not listed despite being on 30 Days 2013
3
Drums
Oct. 14, 1983
Hartford Civic Center

This isn't on here? From this show? Pretty memorable version.
1
Brokedown Palace
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

Caps off one of the most ballad-heavy shows in the band's history.
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Good Lovin'
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

A nice contrast to all the ballads from this show.
2
Sugar Magnolia
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

Especially nice and up-tempo following a delicate portion of the show.
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Comments

Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
April 30, 1977
The Palladium

So well-played. Such an underrated show all around.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 19, 1981
Sports Palace

I haven't heard an 81 version that I can say is definitively better than this. Brent is fantastic throughout, and Jerry reaches face-melting mode in Fire. This kicks ass in every direction. Side note: Weir is completely buried in the mix I've heard.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
June 18, 1983
Saratoga Performing Arts Center

Absolutely top-shelf stuff. Tons of cool flourishes in this one, from I Can See Clearly Now to Jerry's Scarlet runs to Weir's vocal fuckup in Fire. I imagine the live crowd was in heaven.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
June 16, 1985
Greek Theater

No problem upvoting this. The year made me dubious, but I'm glad I gave this a chance. Full of summer heat, and the echoed vocals in Fire made me smile.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Sept. 11, 1982
West Palm Beach Auditorium

This is right there with the best 82 versions, and upper-tier for the early 80s as a whole. Superb energy. As per usual for this era, Brent is really outstanding here. An awesome vibe all around.
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