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+1972


Submissions

2
Touch of Grey
Oct. 4, 1987
Shoreline Amphitheatre

Part of a rare double encore, this version has great energy and bounce. The Brokedown to follow is nice as well. Check out the Oade Brothers AUD.
3
He's Gone
Aug. 29, 1982
Seattle Center Coliseum

Really cool pre-drums jam in this version. Almost sounds like they are about to go into I Know You Rider.
5
Never Trust A Woman
April 3, 1982
The Scope

It's a fine version and all but the cool little Jerry noodle just before Drums is the real reason to seek this version out.
3
Not Fade Away
June 12, 1980
Memorial Coliseum

Really nice groove out of drums. Chill version but in a good way.
3
Far From Me
June 12, 1980
Memorial Coliseum

Triumphant and energetic. Strong vocals from Brent.
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Comments

Cold Rain and Snow
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Slower tempo, big thick bass sound. Feels like your trudging through the snow with the band.
Bird Song
July 21, 1990
World Music Theatre

This version is just ok. It feels sloppy and to me sounds like Jerry is struggling to find the right notes to play. Does not have that nice free flow feeling that the top rated versions have.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 19, 1984
Philadelphia Civic Center

Awesome! A unique case where the Rider for certain out does the China Cat.
Dark Star
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

It's really not till the last 5 minutes of the song that you get anything that resembles "crashy noise". This is one that needs full attention though as there is so much going on here. It is certainly not a version you can play in the background during a party. I really do love this version though.
Eyes Of The World
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

This version is fantastic! It really deserves more love. It's up there with all the other wonderful and highly regarded renditions from '74.
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