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When I Paint My Masterpiece
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This one even features the "Sailing round he world in a dirty gondola."
1
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This one even features the "Sailing round he world in a dirty gondola
2
West L.A. Fadeaway
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Holy cow. Wow. Scorches. So does the Candyman. And this is followed by a beautiful Masterpiece.
2
Touch of Grey
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

First one after Brent's death. First one with Bruce being officially part of the gang. Pretty significant. Felt like we'd probably survive...
2
Uncle John's Band
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Fiery, galloping build up. Maybe this was overshadowed by the 9/19 version, but this one rips.

Comments

Lost Sailor -> Saint of Circumstance
Sept. 15, 1982
Capital Centre

Holy Moses! The Saint is scorching!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Let It Grow
Sept. 11, 1982
West Palm Beach Auditorium

So excellent.
Dancin' in the Streets
May 8, 1977
Barton Hall - Cornell University

Probably the best, definitely the highlight of a classic first set, a gigantic part of why this show is historic. When the jam takes off, it soars! All '77 versions are great, but this one is ridiculous! Perfect for folks unfamiliar with the Dead for sure. Need to say, 5/2/70 is still insanely brilliant and hot (like the second half of Good Lovin' that night, when they soar out of those drums... I do enjoy plugging the Harpur College version, still can't believe the Good Lovin' is still under 50 votes... can't believe this one is under 100) And it's true, the Primal versions and the '77 (etc.) versions should almost be listed separately... VERY DIFFERENT BEASTS.
Aiko Aiko
Sept. 14, 1982
University of Virginia

One of the best ever....
Bertha
Sept. 14, 1982
University of Virginia

Second set closer!