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Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Nov. 18, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

A Homo erectus-like version but notable for Jerry's solo after the first Rio Grandee chorus.
15
Jack Straw
Nov. 18, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

The definition of brevity. Sweet stuff!!!
16
Scarlet Begonias
Aug. 5, 1974
Philadelphia Civic Arena

Awesome early version. Jerry has a great solo at the end.
1
Wharf Rat
Dec. 9, 1993
Sports Arena

Jerry impassioned yet subdued singing in that ragged and worn voice is deeply affecting.
11
Days Between
Sept. 16, 1993
Madison Square Garden

Jerry's voice and singing at this time fit this one perfectly.
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Comments

Bertha
May 5, 1978
Thompson Arena - Dartmouth College

I've always thought this was special for Jerry's unique (hell, did he ever play it like this anywhere else?) take on the 'Bertha' chords, although I wouldn't say it's better than the standard chords. Nevertheless, unique and good = heady. Needs more votes so that more folks might check it out.
They Love Each Other
July 5, 1978
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Thanks darkstar67, I'm looking forward to digging into this set.
They Love Each Other
July 5, 1978
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Pure sounds good. Thanks, cgarces.
Uncle John's Band
Nov. 17, 1972
Century II Convention Hall

I ain't heard no better version from '72.
Playin' In The Band
Aug. 27, 1972
Old Renaissance Faire Grounds

Undeniably great but it's number of votes would suggest that it's far and away the best and I guess it is, but only because it's been great the most times for the most people. But therein lies its statistical blindside: many of the other fantastic versions have just been heard less and by even fewer people, and each has its own little story for why this is so.
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