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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

Here Comes Sunshine
Dec. 19, 1973
Curtis Hixon Convention Hall

BEST VERSION WITHOUT A DOUBT
Weather Report Suite
July 29, 1974
Capitol Center

LOVE this version, Garcia is as melodic and inventive as I've ever heard him!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
July 31, 1982
Manor Downs

Some serious GOO here
Dark Star
Feb. 22, 1969
Dream Bowl

Nice!Possibly my favorite of '69
Dark Star
Feb. 15, 1973
Dane County Coliseum

Ultra-jazzy intro jam before the verses. Some of the best band interplay ever!
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