There are some great shows on this day in Dead history – just check out ’70, ’77, and ’89 if you are in doubt – but we turn to a fabulous Brent-heavy, Jerry-infused, and Bobby-cheesing 1981 night for our Dead of the Day. Minglewood opens the show in fine form, heading into a scrumptious Sugaree. The jam about two-thirds of the way through builds and builds, eventually coming to a crescendo that elicits an outpouring of joyful noise from the crowd that can even be heard on this soundboard recording. The Cassidy that comes out next certainly has its moments, as the boys come together for some sweet playing. But the Deep Elem that follows it is even better as Jerry lights up the rare electric version. A song later, the Friend Of The Devil does its all to equal the Deep Elem with beautiful cascading guitar work tumbling and combining with Brent’s organ. Passenger is another one of those top-notch, second to none versions that seems to come out nearly every other tune during this show. This Passenger – the last ever – has so much energy, yet every note Jerry serves up seems to be perfectly placed. Afterwards, the Althea is very fine, heading into a ridiculous LL Rain. The latter tune is dripping with awesomeness from the tasty Brent runs to Jerry’s licks to Bobby’s barely contained cheese, all combining on a special, special rendition. And, then, as you would expect, the set-ending Deal is hot.