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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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The Other One
Oct. 13, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

Wicked version, just as good as the night before!!
Estimated Prophet
July 8, 1978
Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Bobby proclaims that he is moving to Australia, and the band proceeds to bring the house (err, amphitheater) down! Possibly the finest Estimated these ears have ever heard.
Turn On Your Love Light
Feb. 28, 1969
Fillmore West

possibly the best Lovelight ever, never heard a better jam in this song!
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

Agreed!
Here Comes Sunshine
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

Jerry is simply stunning in this version. This is why I love him! My 2nd favorite.
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