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22
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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Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

that should be 'beat' hah
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

definitely! this one is so melodic, joyful and groovy. Hard to bear for Fall '73
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

Oh yes!!! The BEST from '72 no doubt, won't argue with it being the definitive one either.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

Possibly the most "rockin" China Cat ever!
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Underrated version from summer '74! A euphoric peak into the Feelin' Groovy jam
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