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El Paso
May 11, 1977
St. Paul Civic Center Arena

Crisp and nimble
12
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 9, 1983
Hampton Coliseum

One of the best of the year
28
Loser
Oct. 29, 1977
Evans Field House, Northern Illinois University

Every song from this show should be on here. This Loser is certainly deserving, solo is on point.
19
Good Lovin'
Nov. 4, 1977
Cotterell Gym - Colgate University

Intense and quick jamming. Charged Bertha > Good Lovin' to open the legendary trio, 11-4, 11-5,11-6
5
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Nov. 23, 1978
Capital Centre

Stunned this wasn't posted earlier. Superb 1/2 step opener, Garcia plays melodically and beautifully.

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.