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Grateful Dead Dec. 4, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden New York City, NY | Listen on archive
5
Wharf Rat
A subtle beauty with a sensitive touch that never gives up its strong pulse. An über-cool slide into Deal sneaks in but doesn't get picked up.
6
Tennessee Jed
One of those versions where it sounds like every note is just the embodiment of perfection.
7
Smokestack Lightnin'
Gut bucket blues. Pure danger from Blue Ron. Hard to figure why this ain't already here.
1
Mister Charlie
The blues is strong here, Jerry's solo is truly incredible. Keith laying it down with Pigpen in the Garden rapping up a storm. One of the best.
1
Cumberland Blues
Part of the beginning is cut off, but that doesn't stop this train from rolling on down the mines. Short and sweet.
1
El Paso
Delicate. Like a last waltz of the cowboy and his love, with each lick from Jerry conveying the urgency of the story. Keith makes such an impact here.