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3
Me and My Uncle
April 8, 1978
Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Jerry slays this laid-back (yet still kickin') version. Sweet stuff here, into a strong Big River.
2
Mexicali Blues
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

Just a blistering drum beat to propel this one! Good stuff!
1
Ramble On Rose
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Are there better versions out there? Undoubtedly! But this is still worthy of an entry. Some nice, tinkling piano.

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Around and Around
Oct. 16, 1977
Louisiana State U

I'm not usually a fan of this song, but listening to this version has me changing my mind. Hot, indeed!
Black Peter
Oct. 16, 1977
Louisiana State U

This isn't Black Peter, it's RED HOT PETER!
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 24, 1972
Rheinhalle

This version in soooooo slooooowww, but in a really good, edging sort of way
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Nov. 2, 1977
Field House - Seneca College

Smooth as velvet; smooth as butter; smooth as a baby's bottom. Pick your metaphor - they're all good for describing this gorgeous piece of audio magnificence!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Nov. 1, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

I'm not always the biggest Brent fan (sorry), but here he's just really pretty intense and damn near perfect.
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