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Hurts Me Too
Dec. 5, 1971
Felt Forum - Madison Square Garden

Pig comes alive during this song as well as this entire show, and Jerry respond's to his energy level, as does the whole band. I love this show!
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Casey Jones
Dec. 5, 1971
Felt Forum - Madison Square Garden

It's nearing the end of 71, Keith is on on board now; their tight and energetic, 72 here they come!
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Big Boss Man
Dec. 5, 1971
Felt Forum - Madison Square Garden

Pigs vocals and harmonica are at a high and energetic level on this version. Jerry's guitar playing is a must listen, really!
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Beat it on Down The Line
Dec. 5, 1971
Felt Forum - Madison Square Garden

This is a high energy and very well played version of this song. Bobby is in very good form here.
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St. Stephen
April 12, 1969
Student Union Ballroom, U. Utah

Good St. Stephen, sanwiched between D.S and The Eleven. Classic Pyhicedelia in the heart of Utah!
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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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