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Weather Report Suite
Sept. 11, 1973
William and Mary College Hall

Surprised this isn't listed yet. This version is by far the best with the horns, with Jerry and Martin really getting into it with some fiery leads!
10
Cryptical Envelopment
June 5, 1969
Fillmore West

Monster reprise, one of the longest and best ever.
32
Scarlet Begonias
Aug. 6, 1974
Roosevelt Stadium

Unusual and fiery version making up the meat of an otherworldly Playin' sandwich.
19
Cryptical Envelopment
March 2, 1969
Fillmore West

Without question, the best Crypt reprise ever performed. This one reaches the limits of space and time.
18
Scarlet Begonias
March 23, 1974
Cow Palace

First ever Scarlet Begonias. Very unusual sound with a very tentative, bluesy feel, but it's still a keeper and worth hearing for the novelty at least

Comments

Big River
Feb. 23, 1974
Winterland Arena

Wailing solos on this one!!! Keith especially rockin'
Let It Rock
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

*ONLY* GD version played taboot!
Eyes Of The World
Oct. 19, 1974
Winterland Arena

The extended jams after "stronger than dirt" have some of their best interplay ever
Playin' In The Band
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

This Playin has an absolutely insane meltdown and the transition leading up to Wharf Rat is really sweet. Phil is outstanding as well...what a great version!
Scarlet Begonias
May 25, 1974
Campus Stadium, UCSB

These first Scarlets are so effing tight and packed with energy!