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Scarlet Begonias
June 20, 1974
The Omni

BOUNCY
28
Dancin' in the Streets
April 12, 1970
Fillmore West

Fallout from the Phil Zone. Unique, one of the finest early versions.
18
Dancin' in the Streets
June 8, 1969
Fillmore West

HUGE early Dancin', possibly the best ever--they are just totally dialed into one another like fingers of a hand!
23
Dark Star
Feb. 21, 1969
Dream Bowl

Wow, this is superb. Jerry is brutal and sharp as a tack during the intro jam! After that things get more introspective but quite beautiful...
52
Morning Dew
Sept. 10, 1974
Alexandra Palace

One of the heaviest crescendos ever; the peaks are just unbelievable!
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Comments

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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