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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

Eyes Of The World
Sept. 28, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Agreed Ernie. I think Jerry had just received the modified Wolf by then. The high end is mellower then the Travis Beam. Very nice version of this song!
The Other One
Sept. 3, 1972
Folsom Field, University of Colorado

Classic 72 psychedelia here. Jerry starts out with searing sustained notes that dictate the direction of this one. It gets out there but always reigned back in, by then they could feel each others every move. Billy sounds like two drummers, partially due to the channel seperation. Then they transition into Wharf Rat, the defineitive sonic contrast, in my book. Overall, this is is a ride well worth taking.
Mind Left Body Jam
Sept. 6, 1979
Madison Square Garden

I really can't see calling that an MLB jam. My mind didn't go anywhere!
Jack Straw
Jan. 15, 1979
Springfield Civic Center

I'm surprised that this isn't way up on the list. It's a very clean and energetic version. Very strong vocals on this one. Jerry's fingers are flying all over his guitar, possibly tiger. This is one of the later Keith shows, but he sounds good, as does everyone else. If you like Jack Straw, then you should listen to this one and vote it up!
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Dec. 28, 1980
Oakland Auditorium

This is a very solid version, crisp and clear and just the right tempo. Brent is adding some very nice touches on electric piano. This is a good one for sure!
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