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Ship of Fools
Oct. 18, 1978
Winterland Arena

An especially sharp and spirited specimen - expressive vocals, the rhythm section is precise, and Garcia's guitar break is masterful. A still life.
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Tennessee Jed
Oct. 1, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Energetic, serene AND Garcia's break is pure ragtime gold. In a good TJ, the guitar is a character. Here: a little insolent. Quality.
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The Wheel
June 28, 1976
Auditorium Theatre

That spacious, unadorned June 1976 sound is so perfect for The Wheel. This one's dynamic and delivered with feeling. Cool show.
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Cumberland Blues
March 20, 1971
University of Iowa

Oh man: LISTEN! Vocals are mixed a bit high, but this Cumberland has all the important "little" details. Notes the quotes. B'AM!!!!
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Tennessee Jed
July 12, 1976
Orpheum Theater

1976: Your standard issue tipsy, warm-hearted TJ of the period. The guitar break is more conversation than guitar solo. Standard but special.
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Dancin' in the Streets
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

The transition from Eyes, by itself, makes this one elite. Then the bonanza begins. A thoroughly enjoyable, bubbly, roof-down-on-the-PCH version of a hot little numba.
Terrapin Station
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

I dig this Terrapin - just the balls to play it that first time, the jitters, the excitement. It isn't "one of the best," but it's both historically significant and has some cool edge to it.
Eyes Of The World
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Mesmerizing. Garcia's like a pastry chef with that enormous bag of frosting.
Eyes Of The World
July 5, 1978
Omaha Civic Auditorium

A sweet light touch on the Eyes after an all-time Estimated. The segue is superb, too. Garcia takes it to the house.
Dark Star
Dec. 20, 1969
Fillmore Auditorium

This Dark Star stays suspended in mid-air and builds momentum - until it very neatly, perfectly resumes song pace. Discipline & freedom. Classic.
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