The Daily Nugs - March 3, 2024

From Grateful Dead of the Day

On this day in 1968, the Dead took to the streets for an iconic free concert in the Haight. The music, which is often overlooked in the telling of this iconic event, was so good with a steamy Viola Lee, Smokestack Lightning, and Lovelight. Get the full story and listen to the show at Grateful Dead of the Day.

Today’s show from 1992 has a fun Iko second set opener and an intriguing Playin'> Uncle John's> Wave To The Wind. But it is the Drums and Space which eventually congeals into China Doll that is the highlight of the evening, the latter tune unfolding beatifically with an enchanting Jerry-driven jam. Head to Grateful Dead of the Day to listen to the show and read about Rush drummer Neil Peart's thoughts on the show, which he watched from stage.

March 3rd Shows and Recordings:

• 1966 – A.I.A.A. Hall – Los Angeles, California

• 1968 – Haight Street – San Francisco, California

• 1971 – Fillmore West – San Francisco, California

• 1981 – Cleveland Music Hall – Cleveland, Ohio

• 1987 – Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center – Oakland, California

• 1992 – The Omni – Atlanta, Georgia

Until tomorrow, spread the love and enjoy the music!