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Candyman
June 16, 1991
Giants Stadium

Gorgeous soloing from Jerry and a tender vocal performance. The new mix on the Giants box really lets this one shine.
4
Bird Song
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Bobby is dripping trippy chords all over the jam. SUBLIME
5
Casey Jones
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Surprised this has no votes. This version is played with a level of energy and precision CJ rarely ever got. Great set 2 opener.
2
El Paso
Dec. 7, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden

Lyrically precise, energetic playing, and everyone sounds like they're enjoying themselves. What more could you ask for on this one?
4
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1971
The Palestra, U. of Rochester

The shorter versions need love to, and this one hits all the sweet spots.
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Comments

The Other One
Aug. 5, 1971
Hollywood Palladium

Some interesting Weather Report Suite teases after the MAMU.
The Other One
Aug. 24, 1971
Auditorium Theatre

Wrong show.
Ramble On Rose
Oct. 10, 1976
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

Bob and Keith lend some agitated energy to the bridge that makes that makes this version feel special.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 7, 1982
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Lots of nuance and creativity in the transition jam, which makes up for a few flubs. A top shelf version from this era.
Truckin'
March 28, 1972
Academy of Music

I've never heard another Truckin' where Pig and Keith's contributions on keys both shine through so clearly and are both so inspired.
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