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Loser
June 21, 1971
Chateau d'Herouville

Jerry knocks the solo right into the French countryside. Billy has some nice fills and the quality is pristine! One of 71s best shows
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Throwing Stones
July 9, 1989
Giants Stadium

Super tight post verse jam here. Surprisingly unlisted, considering it was just released as part of the Giants Stadium Box set
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Brown Eyed Women
April 15, 1978
William and Mary College Hall

Cannot believe this one is not listed! Man this one rips, such a better solo and all around playing than so many versions already listed!

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Good Lovin'
May 15, 1970
Fillmore East (Late Show)

Wow, this has way too few votes. One of the best sounding shows of the year and they're ripping. Rhythm devils were on for this day
Foolish Heart
March 19, 1990
Civic Center

Wow, truly just awesome. Whenever jer struggles a bit to get the last lyric out before a jam/solo, you can have some faith it's gonna be worth hearing. This is just magnificent. Alpine valley is awesome, but this is that little bit better. The best, in my opinion, but I'm just one head among many, have a listen and see for yourself
Cumberland Blues
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Smokin
Not Fade Away
June 10, 1973
RFK Stadium

Seriously this whole set is amazing. The nfa > going down the road > drums > nfa sequence is astounding, a triumphant reprise to say the least. The first segment is full of wonderful interplay between Jerry and Dickey, even Bob throws down some licks. Phil bombs away and butch and Billy lay down a thick rhythm for everyone to enjoy. Honestly, what more can you ask for? The Charlie Miller soundboard is damn near perfect sounding, to boot
Spanish Jam
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Absolutely amazing. Channeling Miles here, and it flows into U.S. Blues with such intensity. Bzfgt, unfortunately there aren't any Tighten Ups played after Halloween 71. Busotti, check the Dark Star from 1/2/70, around the 22:30 mark, transition into the jam is as smooth as they ever made it
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