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Mama Tried
Dec. 12, 1970
Santa Rosa Fairgrounds

Crystal Bobby vocals on an underrated classic 70 sbd
3
Cryptical Envelopment
Dec. 5, 1969
Fillmore West

beautifully played start to finish, interesting jam in the reprise
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Casey Jones
Dec. 5, 1969
Fillmore West

unique, spacious laid back Jerry from a great night in 69
4
Mexicali Blues
Aug. 6, 1974
Roosevelt Stadium

bouncy, energetic, can't believe it isn't up already
3
China Cat Sunflower
Aug. 30, 1969
Family Dog at the Great Highway

energetic, loose, psychedelic, favorite 69 version

Comments

Brown Eyed Women
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

As good as any BEW… bouncy laid back tempo, crispiest mix, not a note misplaced
Uncle John's Band
June 24, 1970
Capitol Theatre

Early dead shows understood how to construct an arc, with proper denouement from the ecstatic energy of the show. This UJB is one of the best examples. Capstone of what may be the best set ever (it has my vote). Beautifully harmonized, perfect gentle step down from the tsunami of SS > China > Rider. Don’t miss the lovely Judy Collins version of Pack Up Your Sorrows that follows as they unsuccessfully attempt to usher the crowd out of a 4+ hour monster night, easily amongst the best ever.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
June 24, 1970
Capitol Theatre

Unfortunate that many will naturally disregard this because of its year - I would put the energy and cohesion of this one up against any other. Critical sequence of what may be the best set ever: beautifully harmonized, perfectly executed, somehow sustains and elevates the energy coming out of a holy St Stephen. Perfection.
Sugaree
Dec. 10, 1971
Fox Theatre

Glorious remaster of as clean & tight a version you’ll ever find - will definitely be climbing the ranks of the headiest
Dark Star
Sept. 19, 1970
Fillmore East

Nearly perfect mix, contemplative spacious dynamics, wide range of tight melodic themes. For those who prefer 69/70 dark stars, yes, this is as good as it gets.
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