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Bird Song
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

This one climbs, blooms, and sheds in that direct 87-Bird Song way, complete with bird sounds.
3
When Push Comes to Shove
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

A song with a unique point of view and metaphorical context, this version is delivered well.
4
Bertha
Aug. 23, 1971
Auditorium Theatre

Summer '71, hoppin' bass, spirited vocals, Miller board...
4
Candyman
March 16, 1988
Henry J. Kaiser Auditorium

The Candyman's in town alright!
7
Black Peter
Sept. 21, 1982
Madison Square Garden

A strong performance from a memorable show
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Comments

Bertha
April 14, 1972
Tivolis Koncertsal

Keith!
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Sept. 21, 1982
Madison Square Garden

This was a great show. Took the subway, and the bus ;)
Alligator
Sept. 3, 1967
Dance Hall

Freakin' rippin' man. Don't see it on the main list/ could explain weak # of votes, but it's right here. Crank it up!
Eyes Of The World
Sept. 18, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Still only four votes?!
Dark Star
April 13, 1969
Ballroom

Holy Blistering Bialys, Batman! Explosive, highly expressive... words won't do it. Jerry gets out an infinity of notes throughout. I'll listen to it another couple dozen times and report back.
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