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Submissions

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Jack Straw
June 10, 1973
RFK Stadium

Relaxed and joyous space-age electric guitar semi-ballad.
9
Bertha
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Warp speed, precise, slightly unhinged, and driving into the greenish-blue evening.
1
Jack Straw
Oct. 30, 1971
Taft Auditorium

Godchaux leads a version that seethes with the excitement of a new song.
3
Brown Eyed Women
May 20, 1973
U.C.

A giggly, slangy Garcia masterpiece (in sweet show sauce). Goes down EZ.
8
Mexicali Blues
Feb. 28, 1973
Salt Palace

So good you can practically see the border town.
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Comments

Big River
Sept. 28, 1975
Lindley Meadows, Golden Gate Park

Garcia keeping his cards close to his vest, and perfectly outlining his argument without ever giving up more than he needs to.
Big River
Aug. 13, 1975
Great American Music Hall

Pedal to the floor - Garcia just torching the joint.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Sept. 24, 1973
Civic Arena

Smooth with, yes, tasty flourishes.
The Other One
Dec. 28, 1970
Legion Stadium

Out of the gates, this one is in full, confident gallop! Hurtling forward breakneck and yet able to pull back and get contemplative at a moment's notice. This one, a great performance and recording, should have way more votes!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 5, 1979
Civic Center

Love love love Garcia's saucy turnaround late in the Scarlet solo. The rest is inspired, cushiony, and churning cheddar goodness.
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