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10
Jack Straw
Dec. 31, 1977
Winterland Arena

Piston Pumpin' version to close '77. Overlooked? This is the 244th version listed. Deserves to climb the pile.
2
It's All Over Now Baby Blue
Sept. 16, 1966
Avalon Ballroom

From the Hearth (Avalon - Historic/ Vintage Album Version)
2
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Aug. 29, 1983
Silva Hall, Hult Center

Attacked with precision and exuberance by the ensemble, who bat this one on down the road in viscous and youthful ’83 style.
1
The Wheel
July 1, 1971
Wally Heider's Studio

Version from Garcia's first album - the first and the best
3
Jack Straw
Nov. 7, 1987
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

Brisk, optimistic, and bubbling with noodlage

Comments

The Music Never Stopped
April 27, 1977
Capitol Theatre

So on point... video is a blessing and a thrill.
Cumberland Blues
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

"You already voted for this show!"
Samson and Delilah
June 14, 1974
Beacon Theatre

Incorrect year. See 1976.
Big Railroad Blues
Sept. 10, 1983
Downs of Santa Fe

Another one from ‘83 that shouldn’t be vote starved.
Let It Grow
Sept. 21, 1973
The Spectrum

Yes, the Miller mix is outstanding; you can make out each musician in the well-balanced, simultaneous flow. After the lyrics, the horns have a great run with those long blasts and Jerry, always seizing the moment, delivers it to another level. The return to the Weather Report Suite theme is a fitting touch to conclude.