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Good Lovin'
April 30, 1977
The Palladium

I typically find the post '72 versions of this song to be a bit of filler, but this one has some nice accents from Keith and some ramp-up ending chaw
6
Wharf Rat
Nov. 17, 1971
Albuquerque Civic Auditorium

Relatively short, given later incarnations, but this one has wonderful energy behind it, deliberate playing, and a delicate finish
9
Bertha
Dec. 10, 1973
Charlotte Coliseum

Jerry on his giddy up and RIDE for this show opener.
4
Drums
July 12, 1989
RFK Stadium

The Drums is fine/good, but this one is great to cleary hear some spunion shout "holy fucking, SHIT!" on the SBD. Someone's mind = blown... Priceless
17
Bird Song
July 9, 1989
Giants Stadium

Very inspired playing. Jazzy swing from the rhythm devils, Lesh is barreling down the low end, and Jerry dancing the leads to a powerful conclusion
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Comments

Hard to Handle
Feb. 20, 1971
Capitol Theater

I'm finding this show extremely enjoyable. Doesn't get the shine it deserves due to other nights on the run. This one is chunky and brings the bluesy goods
Big River
Dec. 19, 1973
Curtis Hixon Convention Hall

Keith absolutely CRUSHING
He's Gone
Dec. 19, 1973
Curtis Hixon Convention Hall

God, Keith's fluttering notes always send chills up the spine on this one. Rolling, gentle, mellow greatness
Ship of Fools
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

This jam leading in is everything..
China Doll
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

So delicate and achingly beautiful. Amazing version
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