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Candyman
July 12, 1976
Orpheum Theater

Spare, almost vulnerable take on this classic. Godchaux brings the church and Garcia brings the stained glass. An American beauty.
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Estimated Prophet
Jan. 30, 1978
Uptown Theater

You can hear the swagger in their mutterings before they play. And the performance bears that out. Sure, smooth, and effortless.
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It Must Have Been The Roses
Aug. 4, 1974
Philadelphia Civic Center

Letter perfect - the Godchauxs take this to a loftier level. Beautiful dynamic push-and-pull by the whole group.
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Tennessee Jed
May 25, 1972
Strand Lyceum

Planting the Flag of Civilization on this tight scorcher. New from factory - Inspector #9. Under penalty of law, this tag may not be YEAH GARCIA!
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Candyman
Jan. 31, 1978
Uptown Theater

Dreamy, motionless rendition on a sea of individual human reactions [audience tape]. A wonderful time for this gem.
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Comments

Big River
May 16, 1972
Theatre Hall

Of course Garcia singing lead makes this one completely unique, but his wirey, Bakersfield Fender puts this one over the top. Just a svelte vibe.
Cumberland Blues
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Which is when they REALLY swung!
Tennessee Jed
April 24, 1972
Rheinhalle

Yeah - the WOO in this is perfect. This version is possibly my favorite of all time - and clearly the group is moved. Moved enough for someone to go "Woo!"
Cumberland Blues
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Agreed. Top drawer.
Brown Eyed Women
May 20, 1973
U.C.

Just revisited - this one's naked and lovely. Super smooth ride. Velvety even.
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