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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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Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
April 1, 1988
Meadowlands Arena

This is one of those songs that really lets you know whether or not Jerry was into it that night. His vocals here let you know right away that this is going to be a special night.
Bertha
Nov. 15, 1971
The Austin Municipal Auditorium

Clean and high-energy, almost rivals the definitive version from Skull & Roses.
Bertha
Nov. 15, 1971
The Austin Municipal Auditorium

Clean and high-energy, almost rivals the definitive version from Skull & Roses.
Drums -> Space
July 26, 1987
Anaheim Stadium

One of the best Space jams I've ever heard post-coma.
Drums -> Space
July 24, 1987
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Stadium

Drums travels some sinister territory here. Truly inspired.
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