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Feel Like A Stranger
March 18, 1994
Rosemont Horizon

Super hot show opener, Jerry is here to PLAY! Speedy licks all over. Possibly the best first set of the year, although totally unknown show.
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Row Jimmy
March 18, 1992
The Spectrum

The very slow tempo that a lot of first set songs had in 1992 suits this one wonderfully.
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Bird Song
May 21, 1992
Cal Expo

Probably the most underrated version in the history of Bird Songs. Incredible jazzy jamming from Jerry that peaks extremely hard.
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Row Jimmy
Feb. 27, 1994
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Stadium

Just exactly perfect. Slow, emotive, and well-played. Jerry's old-man vocals fit this one perfectly.
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Friend of the Devil
June 6, 1992
Rich Stadium

Strong Jerry solo here.
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Comments

Box of Rain
June 26, 1973
Seattle Center Coliseum

God i love Donna. Phil sounds great too. People shit on him but that “long long time to be THEEEEEERE” is beautiful.
When I Paint My Masterpiece
July 9, 1995
Soldier Field

Pretty hot version with nice Jerry licks and harmonies and bob giving it his all. Shining moment of this first set for sure.
It Must Have Been The Roses
Oct. 12, 1984
Augusta Civic Center

I listen to this one a lot. If there's a more deep and soulful version (and show, tbh) i don't wanna hear it.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
March 27, 1985
Nassau Coliseum

This one needs some more love, fantastic outro with great Phil vocals, you can hear the crowd go crazy on any of the auds every time he chimes in on "across the lazy river". First one in 3 years and whole band really brings it
Row Jimmy
Sept. 16, 1978
Sphinx Theatre

Super lovely. Weir's playing is tolerable and the vibes are immaculate overall
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