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Bird Song
Nov. 19, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

Perfection.
8
Morning Dew
Jan. 14, 1967
Polo Field, Golden Gate Park

Probably a "misdated" Dew, but no matter; this early version is as emotive as it gets
11
China Cat Sunflower
May 24, 1969
Seminole Indian Village

I usually prefer the China>Rider combo but this is a must hear version; Jerry really pours on the HEAT between the verses!!
19
Dark Star
March 28, 1969
Student Center

Powerful jams, Jerry really delivers!
31
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1972
Music Hall

Unbelievable Playin' on this Playin', they fly thru at least a hundred different changes at supersonic speed. Billy is absolutely on Fire!!!
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Comments

Dark Star
Sept. 10, 1974
Alexandra Palace

Some really sweet, one-of-a-kind exploration in this one...possibly my favorite version of 1974.
Cumberland Blues
Feb. 24, 1974
Winterland Arena

Definitely a favorite
Cumberland Blues
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

This version stumbles and mumbles its way to a start, but ends up being a real heater!
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Oct. 25, 1973
Dane County Coliseum

Definitely one hot version!
Stella Blue
May 5, 1978
Thompson Arena - Dartmouth College

Whoa. This version has one of the most powerful outros I've ever heard. Just might be my new favorite version!!!
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