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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 26, 1980
The Sportatorium

Brent lends the transition jam a relaxed fusion vibe. Dreamlike, but doesn't lose precision.
4
Cumberland Blues
May 22, 1982
Greek Theatre - University of California

Hot and tight. Amazing show overall.
3
Smokestack Lightnin'
Sept. 30, 1989
Shoreline Amphitheatre

Brent on the Hammond will send chills down your spine.
15
The Other One
March 28, 1972
Academy of Music

Dick's Picks 30. Band is about to leave for Europe and gives a preview of the tour's signature jam style. Astonishing.
12
The Other One
May 16, 1972
Theatre Hall

A thing of beauty like all the big jams from this tour, this one's every bit as moody and introspective as freaky and paranoid.
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Comments

Bird Song
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Ah, the Download Series Vol. 10 version is actually filler from 7/22. Great in any case!
Not Fade Away
May 26, 1977
Baltimore Civic Center

And how about those Caution teases from Phil?! Good lord.
Drums -> Space
March 16, 1990
Capital Centre

Anyone else hear a momentary "Sorcerer's Apprentice" tease from Jerry in Space, give or take six minutes in?
Bertha
May 26, 1977
Baltimore Civic Center

^^ What Grendel said. I’m truly not certain if I’ve heard a better version of this song from ’77.
St. Stephen
Jan. 11, 1978
Shrine Auditorium

Primal Dead throwback. Absolutely electrifying.
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