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6
Estimated Prophet
April 22, 1979
Spartan Stadium - San Jose State University

Massive Attack by the entire band from 3:30 - 5:30 - sneakers in the dryer and all.
4
Brown Eyed Women
April 22, 1979
Spartan Stadium - San Jose State University

2 Drummer breakbeat attack with Phil throwing down the rope a dope and Jer firing darts - this one's lively.
9
Mexicali Blues
April 6, 1982
The Spectrum

Admittedly not a favorite tune for me but this is super crispy - laconic delivery by Weir w/ Jer's picking and tone perfection. Whole show is massive.
8
Bertha
May 5, 1978
Thompson Arena - Dartmouth College

Playfully different melody here really cool Jer is sporting very catchy phrasing - mid tempo no hurry super chill with highlights.
3
Me and Bobby McGee
July 2, 1971
Fillmore West

Solid take with nice Jerry backup howls while Bobby yodels.
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Comments

Friend of the Devil
April 21, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

strong version that doesn't meander. I was at this epic run of 3 very tight shows... serene and emotive is perfect description.
Me and My Uncle
May 10, 1969
Rose Palace

This one is killer - Garcia en fuego!
Me and My Uncle
May 31, 1969
McArthur Court, University of Oregon

This requires a higher rating - smoldering is exactly the right word for this one!
Hard to Handle
April 5, 1969
Avalon Ballroom

hahaahah - swampy style! + !
Cryptical Envelopment
April 12, 1969
Student Union Ballroom, U. Utah

it's partially cut with some hiss but well worth the listen anyway...
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