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The Eleven
June 21, 1969
Fillmore East

Stupidly heavy, shades of early heavy metal on this one. Incredible controlled chaos that explores so much. A very tight version.
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St. Stephen
June 21, 1969
Fillmore East

Phil joyously expresses himself on this. A gun shot is heard on this one signaling a jam, and the William Tell Bridge is really well played. Excellent
1
Space
June 20, 1974
The Omni

Sandwiched between Truckin’ and Eyes, this jam takes me to checkerboard floors and red curtains. Deserves its own place. Unique Jerry lines.
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It Must Have Been The Roses
June 20, 1974
The Omni

I adore any version of this tune. This one is particularly joyful and full of life.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 15, 1969
Lanai Theater

Bouncy as it is lysergic. Unique phrasing from Jerry. Everybody’s vocals are on. The Rider is some pure country fried jamming if I’ve ever heard it.
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Blow Away
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

Not even the best version that night
Dancin' in the Streets
Oct. 11, 1977
Lloyd Noble Center - University of Oklahoma

Gas
Dark Star
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Super awesome version. There a lick that Jerry plays at the 3 minute mark that literally gives me chills everytime I hear it. Gets deep and spacey VERY fast. Dark Star is so awesome man.
Scarlet Begonias
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

Donna gave me chills on this one. Top tier standalone version. Just perfect, just letting the music play.
Black Throated Wind
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

Groovin’ right out the gate. One of my favorite Bobby tunes played just right. A lot of shows have strong points as well as points in the show that don’t reach those same marks, but this show is ALL strong points. Such a great performance. Check out Jerry’s riffing on this as well!
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