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The Eleven
Feb. 2, 1969
Labor Temple

A-MAZING, tight as a f'ing drum version with Garica on his absoulte A-GAME. Totally epic, earth-scorching leads!!! MUST HEAR!!!!!
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The Eleven
Oct. 13, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

BETTER than 10/12!?
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Viola Lee Blues
Dec. 1, 1966
Studio demo

A lot more developed than most from '66
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Viola Lee Blues
April 12, 1970
Fillmore West

Funkay!
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Viola Lee Blues
Sept. 3, 1967
Dance Hall

Really long, jazzier version that goes in a lot of directions- some fantastic interplay. Jerry hangs on the main riff at the end forever!
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Stella Blue
Nov. 4, 1977
Cotterell Gym - Colgate University

YES!! Without a doubt, one of the best!!!
Stella Blue
Oct. 25, 1973
Dane County Coliseum

Totally agree! Just a gorgeous rendition and a classic show all-around.
Cumberland Blues
Oct. 21, 1973
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Worth suffering thru the SQ for this one...absolutely blistering solos!!
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

A great, laid-back Jerry showcase
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
May 7, 1977
Boston Garden

This one is also probably my favorite...just exactly perfect!
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