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Candyman
Nov. 6, 1970
Capitol Theater

This really nice early Candy Man. This one is after Truckin. The first two are sound checks, I think.
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Uncle John's Band
Nov. 6, 1970
Capitol Theater

This is one of the better acoustic versions of this song. The sound quality isn't the best but the performance is spot on.
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Loser
Nov. 15, 1971
The Austin Municipal Auditorium

This is a tragically overlooked version. Bobby's guitar is loud and proud. Jerry's Strat playing was as clean and twangy as it got on this song.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 7, 1969
Fillmore Auditorium

The forth live performance of these 2 songs put together. It starts out a little rough, then it evolves into a well paced and played China Rider.
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Cryptical Envelopment
Aug. 22, 1968
Fillmore West

Energized, Phil drivin Cryptical, longer then its song mate tO1.
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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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