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2
Hard to Handle
Jan. 21, 1971
Freeborn Hall, University of California

Completely overlooked UC Davis show that exists only on an aud. But this version smokes.
2
Smokestack Lightnin'
Jan. 21, 1971
Freeborn Hall, University of California

Unusual (and nicely done) transition into Truckin'.

Comments

Good Lovin'
May 23, 1972
Strand Lyceum

More laid back, less rocked out than the other '72 versions.
Dark Star
May 23, 1972
Strand Lyceum

I really enjoy Dark Stars in which the tuning subtly gives way to an extended soft intro before the actual song begins -- such as 11/11 and 12/6/73, and this one.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
March 18, 1977
Winterland Arena

Jerry train-wrecks the lyrics, makes up for it with improvised solo over the verse and shreds the rest of the song. Unique.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Dec. 27, 1979
Oakland Auditorium

Hey, this show is pretty good! And this Cat/Rider kicks backside, especially the Rider.
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 19, 1973
Oklahoma City Fairgrounds Arena

Succinct, by 1973 standards. Pretty and melodic; no dissonance.
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