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Bird Song
Aug. 25, 1972
Berkeley Community Theatre

A wonderful Jerry/Phil duet on this one. Not quite the legend of Veneta, but still very strong in its own right.
6
Bird Song
Oct. 21, 1972
Vanderbilt University

Excellent jams. Mix/sound is off, but this is still a must hear version!
7
Bird Song
Sept. 23, 1972
Palace Theater

Very lyrical and melodic playing by Jerry. A pretty unique version, one of my favorites.
6
Bird Song
Sept. 30, 1972
American University

Awesome flowing buildups and peaks during the first jam especially. A bit under the radar, but definitely one of the best of 1972!!!
25
Caution
Sept. 18, 1974
Parc des Expositions

Sweet fusion-style Caution jam with major hints of MLB. Builds to a fiery Garcia climax!!
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Comments

Dark Star
Feb. 22, 1973
Assembly Hall, University of Illinois

The per-verse jam is some of the most transcendentally beautiful playing I've ever heard on this song... Garcia is just perfect!!!
Weather Report Suite
Oct. 30, 1973
Kiel Auditorium

Love this laid-back jazzy version. Classic, ultra-chill performance all around.
Weather Report Suite
Sept. 15, 1973
Providence Civic Center

I'm not a big fan of the "horns shows" but I do dig this one. The best version with horns by far is 9/11/73 IMO.
Weather Report Suite
Oct. 23, 1973
Metropolitan Sports Center

Keith takes an excellent lead in this verison
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

Absolutely scorching feelin' groovy transition!!! One of my favorite shows ever...
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