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The Other One
Oct. 13, 1972
Small Club in North SF

Previous unheard recording of Phil bombing a small club in SF for around 8 minutes. More than worth a listen!
2
The Harder They Come
March 1, 1980
Capitol Theatre

Very nice & fast version. Jerry’s solos are like butter
1
Rubin and Cherise
Nov. 3, 1978
Keystone Palo Alto

Nice funky R&C. Also happens to be the last JGB show w/ Keith & Donna. Love Jer’s vox(especially “I’ve been afraid and I don’t know why I do). Heady!
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Bird Song
Jan. 27, 1986
The Ritz

Nice acoustic version with just Jer and John Kahn. Very good jam.
1
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Jan. 27, 1986
The Ritz

Great version from a rare Garcia/Kahn show. Jer on vocals this time, which is good. From GarciaLive 14
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Truckin'
March 28, 1985
Nassau Coliseum

This might be my favorite show opening sequence ever. The first chorus in this Truckin is the most reminiscent of the studio version imho, and the jam into Smokestack is wonderful. Great Smokestack w/ Matt Kelly on harmonica. It goes into a beautiful High Time. Jerry’s voice, though rugged, is just right.
Looks Like Rain
Sept. 2, 1983
Boise Pavilion - Boise State University

Love this LLR. Jerry rips it up in pieces at the end with some nice vocals from Bobby. It segues nicely into a great version of Deal
Wang Dang Doodle
Sept. 11, 1983
Downs of Santa Fe

Love this version. The extended jam ‘cause of issues with Bobby’s mic makes this version extra special.
Friend of the Devil
Sept. 18, 1974
Parc des Expositions

I definitely prefer the slower versions(especially with Brent), but this FOTD is the best of the faster arrangement imho. Bill’s drum groove kills!
Space
Sept. 2, 1983
Boise Pavilion - Boise State University

This is a great space from a great show.
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