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Uncle John's Band
April 16, 1983
Meadowlands Arena

Strong, speedy attack from JG with the band nice n'tight with him.
6
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 16, 1983
Meadowlands Arena

These both pop with some strong east coast energy. Source:CM
4
Jack Straw
Aug. 5, 1974
Philadelphia Civic Arena

Super, clean sweet lines on this one due to the tunes tempo and Jerry's tone
3
Turn On Your Love Light
March 20, 1971
University of Iowa

Pig layin his rap on the midwest college crowd ha - pure '71 style here -the end duet of howls with Bobby is awesome.
4
Hard to Handle
March 20, 1971
University of Iowa

Hot and sweaty sounding mix with a bit of a slow burn from Jerry - not crazy with the macho but cool.

Comments

The Other One
Nov. 22, 1972
Austin Municipal Auditorium

Whole band is jazz cattin’ the shit out of this unlike any other one (ha) I’ve heard. This take is flat out groovy as fuck - not bananas at 120mph on stamps but more like 72mph on a hash buzz. Everyone showcases and Bobby’s rhythm interlude is super cool. So worth the ride!! Really cool musical conversations happening this whole show ( see China>Rider, Bird Song, PITB & He’s Gone in particular) altho I think the Candyman, Ramblin’ and Stella are both notable listens for “standard” structured songs as well.
Jack Straw
Aug. 23, 1987
Calavaras County Fairgrounds

Nice!
Good Lovin'
Dec. 23, 1970
Winterland Arena

One of a kind sounding - notable for JG's determined solo'ing with some periodic flares and overall blues busting. Worth a spin.
Morning Dew
June 21, 1971
Chateau d'Herouville

check out the Sing Me Back Home - top shelf country. Bonus Jerry interview to close out.
Morning Dew
June 21, 1971
Chateau d'Herouville

Backyard Dew...in France TRE BON!