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56
Ripple
Sept. 20, 1970
Fillmore East

Whoa. Can't believe this isn't listed...possibly the most perfect acoustic version with David Nelson on Mandolin.
36
Cumberland Blues
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

BEST EVER, no lie!!
3
I Hear A Voice Calling
Aug. 5, 1970
Golden Hall - San Diego Community Concourse

12
I Hear A Voice Calling
May 15, 1970
Fillmore East (Late Show)

20
Deal
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

Jerry just tears it up...man I love this show!!!

Comments

Wharf Rat
July 18, 1976
Orpheum Theater

Absolutely incredible jazzy and flowing jamming on this version. Top notch stuff and might be the best of the year. This whole 2nd set is one of the best of all time!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Nov. 6, 1977
Broome County Arena

Yes, there are certainly a number of blown lyrics, but if you can hear past that, I think this version has a wonderfully subdued, lilting and jazzy transition, one of the best of the period IMHO. The Fire also contains some very hot playing.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
May 12, 1977
Auditorium Theatre

Incredible version, the final jam peak is INSANE!!
Estimated Prophet
Nov. 1, 1977
Cobo Arena

This one is indeed excellent...not as hot as the night after, but very strong!
Estimated Prophet
May 15, 1977
St. Louis Arena

Easily the best spring 77 version - very hot jam and the first ever pairing with Eyes.