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Eyes Of The World
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Nice melodies from Jerry, hot Phil soloing, then a unique mellow and spacey segue into Wharf Rat
42
Black Peter
Sept. 21, 1972
The Spectrum

Probably my favorite pre hiatus Black Peter...one of the best ever!!!
34
Black Peter
June 22, 1973
Pacific Coliseum

A major hilight of a show chock full of 'em. Just wonderful emotion.
15
Scarlet Begonias
Oct. 16, 1974
Winterland Arena

Just insane playing on this one...cocaine jazz!!!
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Scarlet Begonias
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Tight version; jam has bounce, pizzaz, and energy spilling all over the place...these '74 Scarlets are a breed all their own!

Comments

Let It Grow
Sept. 8, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

This one is is pretty kill too, but I think I like the night before (9/7/73) better!
Let It Grow
Sept. 7, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

Absolutely love this version...very intense, with some wicked, jazzy trills from Jer. Stunning version for its first time out.
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Feb. 17, 1973
St. Paul Auditorium

HOLY SHIT!!! Jer says "Get down!" and do they ever...one of the very best, most high energy versions I've heard, with ridiculous leads from Garcia. Be sure to listen to the NFA too! This is truly amazing, even with the tape cut.
Looks Like Rain
Sept. 17, 1973
Onondaga County War Memorial

That's Keith on the Theremin! An excellent and unique performance for sure.
Dark Star
Nov. 13, 1972
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall

Absolutely INSANE meltdown in this Dark Star. Just plain ridiculous.