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5
Bertha
Nov. 6, 1971
Harding Theater

Extended and ripping. Tape has a few sound issues, but its listenable. Sick version.
12
Let It Grow
Jan. 31, 1978
Uptown Theater

Blistering...
4
Let It Grow
July 17, 1988
Greek Theater - University of California

On point, quick, and plain sick.
3
Bird Song
Dec. 12, 1994
Sports Arena

16 minutes, with trippy vibes going on throughout. Sick jamming, vocals are not too bad, but could be better.
4
Bird Song
June 19, 1988
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

This one lifts off. Massive rendition. Garcia melodically pushes this one to multiple peaks, a fantastic version.
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Comments

Lost Sailor -> Saint of Circumstance
May 6, 1980
Rec Hall, Penn State U

Garces, I will have to agree to disagree on this one, but its all subjective, I thought this Road Trips was great because it recognized some quality shows not well circulated; thus as a consequence of never having quality boards available the sound is a bit flat, sound quality actually lacking in places. The playing, however, to my ears at least, sounds great. Nothing jaw-dropping but a strong collection of very well played songs. What about this Road Trips and the playing are making you not feel it?
Lost Sailor -> Saint of Circumstance
May 6, 1980
Rec Hall, Penn State U

Super high energy, especially the Saint, the Lost Sailor achieves all it should. Good combo on a very strong spring 80' run.
Loser
Dec. 14, 1980
Long Beach Arena

Holy fuck this thing is hot. Scorching for that matter.....has to be considered at least top 5. Garcia's solo is off the freaking chain. Should not be stuck with three votes, needs way more, for real.... as a common courtesy I think it would be appropriate to pitch some performances worth mentioning-- I've been on a huge China>Rider binge recently and for recommendation I will say the China>Rider from 12/9/81 first and foremost, and then if your'e feeling the vibes from there, the previous three China>Rider's i've posted are all killers, 3/7/70, 8/16/80, 9/9/72. All are versions that could easily be considered top tier.
Samson and Delilah
May 26, 1977
Baltimore Civic Center

Mainlinefoos, i've listened to this show before, for whatever reason I glazed over this S&D, now that you've given me the heads up... I have to say this gives 2/5/78 a run for its money. Forceful leads by Jerry for sure, good call.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Sept. 9, 1972
Hollywood Palladium

This is seriously good stuff, the transition jamming is on fire, Excellent CCS and the Rider smokin'. This is deserving of contention.
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