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Big Railroad Blues
Oct. 31, 1971
Ohio Theatre

Just about as good as this song ever got. Just the right tempo and mix. Keith was adding some delightful honkytonk piano, and he was just a month in!
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Deal
Oct. 31, 1971
Ohio Theatre

Perfect tempo and playing on this 71 version from a really good halloween show.
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Bertha
Oct. 31, 1971
Ohio Theatre

An energetic, well mixed 71Bertha that's been missed somehow. Keth had been in the band for only a month but already fitting in very well.
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Tennessee Jed
May 23, 1972
Strand Lyceum

An almost forgotten Jed! This is well played and well recorded. Pig even plays organ on this one. Suprising ommision from such a stellar show!
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Turn On Your Love Light
July 11, 1969
NY State Pavilion, Flushing Meadow Park

The drummers are fired up on this one. Even T.Cs joining in on this energetic version. This gets an Allman Brothers flavor at times.
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Comments

Death Don't Have No Mercy
March 2, 1969
Fillmore West

By voting for this one I'm doing the unthinkable, tying with my previous favorite Death! After listing to the 2 versions back to back I have concluded that this is the superior version, for 3 reasons. Bobby rhythm work, T.Cs organ embellishment and the quality of the sound on this one: very clear and well mixed. As for Jerry's guitar work, both versions chill me equally, with that particular Gibson, psychedelic magic that he was laying down during this era!
Brokedown Palace
May 16, 1993
Sam Boyd Silver Bowl

That's a good observation, Gendel! ^ By that time Jerry's vocal range was pretty limited. But he new how to adjust and make the most of his vocal ability at the time. On this one his voice was still pretty strong and emotive. This is a good one!
He's Gone
June 7, 1977
Winterland Arena

Great vocals on this one, especially the harmony coda before Jerry's outro solo. This is as good, or better then the Brent era harmonies. Jerry's playing with emotion and authenticity, getting the most out of the, soon to be replaced, T.B. Up Votes, everyone!
Jack Straw
Sept. 21, 1972
The Spectrum

That's a pretty strong statement, GW3! ^ But I have to say, I totally agree. This is what I want in a JS, a really good vocal exchange, and harmonies, between Bobby and Jerry. And the some simple but effective Strat work by Jerome! Good choice here!
Dark Star
Feb. 27, 1969
Fillmore West

Good heads up on the 50th anniversary of this song, and this show, Mr. Mystery! This one should be on today's listening list, or any day for that matter!
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