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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

Dark Star
July 31, 1971
Yale Bowl, Yale University

Goes down smooth like an afternoon cocktail... with a jigger of rainbow juice.
Jack Straw
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

^ Here's a Jerry still soloing consolation video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuR_lDvi9no
Playin' In The Band
June 19, 1976
Capitol Theatre

Another piece that’s been absorbed deep into the grey matter (surely rainbow-tinged by now) over the years and then brought to new life with a video. Thanks, everyone.
The Other One
Oct. 12, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

AKA the good shit.
Black Throated Wind
April 24, 1972
Rheinhalle

Jer's run-up the scale near the end is just exactly perfect.
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