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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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Sugar Magnolia
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

100 percent agree!
Scarlet Begonias
July 19, 1974
Selland Arena

Favorite stand-alone! ultra-jazzy, gooey, melty goodness here!
Cassidy
March 23, 1974
Cow Palace

the first ever!
Eyes Of The World
June 20, 1974
The Omni

Wonderful version, the best June '74 Eyes IMO. The proto-Slipknot that develops out of the post song jam is especially wicked, but the entire performance of the song is truly special in every way.
Eyes Of The World
July 19, 1974
Selland Arena

One of Phil's finest moments, he just won't quit soloing. You can tell Jerry is trying to come in with the minor jam and Phil just shuts him down!
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