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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!
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Cryptical Envelopment
June 5, 1969
Fillmore West

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

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

Without question, the best Crypt reprise ever performed. This one reaches the limits of space and time.
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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
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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.
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