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4
New Minglewood Blues
Dec. 17, 1978
Fox Theatre

One of the best versions of this era. Jerry is loose and free. Bobby plays a great slide solo (really).
1
Terrapin Station
Dec. 15, 1978
Boutwell Auditorium

The transition jam is longer than previous versions and many later ones, and Jerry goes somewhere in it. That should have happened more.
3
Estimated Prophet
Dec. 12, 1978
Jai-Alai Fronton

One of my favorite EPs. Can't believe it's not on here yet. Jam is fantastic, with Phil leading the way. Huge ideas and imagination.
1
Estimated Prophet
Nov. 21, 1978
Community War Memorial Auditorium

Great jam covering a lot of ground, Phil pushing and pulling patiently, Jerry attacking.
2
Big River
Nov. 21, 1978
Community War Memorial Auditorium

Jerry's last solo is outrageous and the drummers respond

Comments

The Music Never Stopped
May 13, 1978
The Spectrum

Jerry's playing in the jam is fantastic.
Johnny B. Goode
May 11, 1978
Springfield Civic Center Arena

Should be higher. I don't think I've heard a better version. Phil is insane.
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
May 11, 1978
Springfield Civic Center Arena

Amazing version. The best 70s versions have an airy, elastic quality, with Jerry sounding like a shower of sparks. His solo and playing in the jam are awesome.
Estimated Prophet
May 7, 1978
Field House - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

I love what Jerry plays from 9:10-9:20
Looks Like Rain
May 6, 1978
Patrick Gymnasium - University of Vermont

Jerry on fire