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The Other One
Nov. 16, 1970
Fillmore East

Whether it's the 16th or 23rd, it's a killerdillerthriller. Ripping version, with a perfect transition from Truckin'.
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Big Railroad Blues
Nov. 16, 1970
Fillmore East

Energy and power that struts its stuff. This show seems direly overlooked. Very nice mix and sound quality.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 16, 1970
Fillmore East

Beautiful jam and transition. The mix shows off Bobby nicely, which is rare for the era. His contribution is beautiful here. Enjoy.
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King Bee
Nov. 16, 1970
Fillmore East

Sultry swaggering deeply opiated vibe, with a hot harp solo. Was this Pig or Will Scarlet?
3
Cold Rain and Snow
Nov. 16, 1970
Fillmore East

Exceptional version, slightly mellower tempo, with great harmonies and tight jamming. Surprised it's not here yet.
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Samson and Delilah
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Soul-sizzling church here. The first half of PiTB noodles and swirls, but by the time Samson comes along they are all swagger and strength. This one is a colossus on its own, but part of an outrageous 1st set sammy it's become one of my top Samsons of all time.
Terrapin Station
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Still brand-spankin' new, but they really found their stride here to kick off this outrageous extended jam to close out the first set. This strikes me as the first one to really convey the anthemic triumph outro.
Wharf Rat
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Powerful version with a strong up-tempo pulse. The emotional charge is palpable, and the transition to Franklin's is remarkable.
Dancin' in the Streets
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Jerry's long effects-blastin' solo sounds like six musicians all playing in unison. Listen to Phil's wild contrapuntal polyrhythms behind him. Such a fun version I had to play it over and over. This is well under-rated, folks.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Feb. 27, 1977
Robertson Gym, UC Santa Barbara

Catalonia is perhaps a bit too harsh on this solid rocker. Jerry's musical ideas come ringing through with precision and clarity, the band is tight as tight can be - it's primo '77 after all. Maybe it's the 'embarrassment of riches' effect... So many awesome '77s to choose from doesn't mean this one is anything less than stellar.
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