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Submissions

2
Sugaree
June 25, 1991
Sandstone Amphitheatre

I am genuinely shocked this isn't listed here as of June '20! Coming off a hot Jack Straw, the sound is big and energetic. Could do without accordion.
7
Tennessee Jed
June 23, 1990
Autzen Stadium

Everyone’s having fun
4
Sugar Magnolia
June 18, 1976
Capitol Theatre

In a show where the band was on throughout, this is a nice cap on a hot second set
6
The Music Never Stopped
June 18, 1976
Capitol Theatre

Fun and formidable opener.
1
Ramble On Rose
June 17, 1994
Autzen Stadium - University of Oregon

Pretty good version, Jerry's guitar goes out for part of the jam and Vince has an opportunity to shine, but is timid instead and energy level drops.

Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

seeing the Sunshine Daydream video, Bobby OWNS the transition. And yes, second the acid kicking in observation.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 14, 1994
Madison Square Garden

this defines the line "once in a while you get shown the light in the strangest of places, if you look at it right..."
Desolation Row
July 2, 1994
Shoreline Amphitheatre

all except for Bill and Mickey...
Estimated Prophet
May 15, 1977
St. Louis Arena

but 5/7 was Estimated > Eyes
Estimated Prophet
May 21, 1977
Lakeland Civic Center

Bobby calls the second half of the second set, starting with this Estimated, "the most complicated thing" they have tried in a while.