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Brown Eyed Women
Dec. 5, 1971
Felt Forum - Madison Square Garden

Bouncy and upbeat. Keith is on, and the lyrics are sung convincingly by Garcia.
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Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
April 27, 1977
Capitol Theatre

ESSENTIAL Dead material here.
4
Dancin' in the Streets
Oct. 11, 1970
Action House

One of the finer versions of the year
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Dark Star
Oct. 11, 1970
Action House

Killer version, a must listen
10
Playin' In The Band
Jan. 15, 1979
Springfield Civic Center

Topnotch Terrapin<Playin'. Fresh and tight Playin jam here.
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Comments

High Time
May 17, 1977
Memorial Coliseum

As good a version as you will ever hear
Jack A Roe
May 6, 1981
Nassau Coliseum

This has a real authentic sense to it. Sounds slightly Irish and the fills are reminiscent of some folk influences, and I love the way garcias voice molds with the lyrics. Some good energy but I wouldn't necessarily call it hot. All in all a great jack a roe.
Me and My Uncle
June 21, 1971
Chateau d'Herouville

Heard of this famous Chateau, but never heard this show. Its a good one, thats for sure. Thanks for pointing this one out. I can always count on your picks from 1971. This M&mU has some nice rhythmic patterns, and a strong concise solo.
Bird Song
Oct. 20, 1984
Carrier Dome, Syracuse U

Soars...
Sugaree
May 19, 1977
Fox Theatre

In this version Garcia's solos are exceedingly emotional. Outside of the band, perhaps something important may have been on his mind. He plays his emotions right through the strings, and right through the vocals. So heartfelt, so emotive, and so good. This is a version to remember, and is a good representation of Garcia's advanced guitar skill. Show this to any nay-sayer and if they don't turn in to Garcia's skill then they have an ugly misconception of how to judge a guitar player.
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