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Submissions

4
Loser
July 31, 1971
Yale Bowl, Yale University

Garcia crushes the guitar break and everything else.
2
Candyman
April 1, 1980
Capitol Theatre

Warm, gooey, and dynamic.
2
Jack Straw
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Casually Regal - An Eatery
16
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Crackling with energy. Tight as a single drummer.
5
Estimated Prophet
Sept. 28, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Garcia skipping to the lou in warm stereo ooze
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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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