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Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Nov. 18, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

A Homo erectus-like version but notable for Jerry's solo after the first Rio Grandee chorus.
15
Jack Straw
Nov. 18, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

The definition of brevity. Sweet stuff!!!
18
Scarlet Begonias
Aug. 5, 1974
Philadelphia Civic Arena

Awesome early version. Jerry has a great solo at the end.
1
Wharf Rat
Dec. 9, 1993
Sports Arena

Jerry impassioned yet subdued singing in that ragged and worn voice is deeply affecting.
12
Days Between
Sept. 16, 1993
Madison Square Garden

Jerry's voice and singing at this time fit this one perfectly.
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Comments

Big River
Sept. 19, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This things just smokes. Also, Road Trips Vol. 2 No. 1 would probably have been helped by including some of the absolutely blistering first set performances that occurred during this incredible run at the MSG.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
Sept. 19, 1990
Madison Square Garden

The only thing wrong with this version is that Jerry's voice (which is in fine form throughout this show) is initially distant sounding, a problem on both the board and AUD tapes I've heard (but don't let that deter you from listening, as some great stuff happens here). Road Trips Vol. 2 No. 1 would probably have been helped by including some of the absolutely blistering first set performances that occurred during this incredible run at the MSG.
Uncle John's Band
Sept. 18, 1974
Parc des Expositions

Yup, this one gets stretched out and stuffed with some jam. Tasty stuff.
They Love Each Other
April 13, 1983
Patrick Gymnasium, U of Vermont

This one's got that Rastaman bounce and features great solos from both Brent and Garcia. While this show is not without some clunkers, it's still got some all-time gems, especially the 'Morning Dew' and the 'Cumberland Blues'; I have also always had a fondness for the Eyes from this one, too. I had previously posted the Estimated from this show but I later removed it, as it is good but maybe not 'Heady' good--I don't know, I gotta go back and listen. Check it out for yourself.
Ramble On Rose
April 13, 1983
Patrick Gymnasium, U of Vermont

I agree--Brent's stuff is cool on this one and Jerry's singing and playing are both on fine display throughout this show, including on this number right here.
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