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Dark Star
Sept. 24, 1972
Palace Theatre

Air this one out and enjoy the ever-changing soundscapes. "Outstanding"-- Dick Latvala
28
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Sept. 24, 1972
Palace Theatre

As Dick himself said of how this China Cat is born, "[it] is worth any effort to hear."
16
Mason's Children
Feb. 2, 1970
Fox Theatre

Come on!!! Mickey busted through his drum head making this one happen!!!
36
Ramble On Rose
July 8, 1978
Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Conjures circus tents, smoky saloons and Frankenstein in a souped-up '57 Chevy. Well worth a listen!
12
Bertha
July 31, 1974
Dillon Stadium

I love what Phil does on this one. This thing is short and sweet.

Comments

Jack Straw
Sept. 19, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Awesome version! There was a ton of good energy in the MSG on this night and here's the proof. Listen to Jerry tear it up at the end.
Estimated Prophet
Feb. 3, 1978
Dane County Coliseum

Awesome stuff!!! Keith has some fun with the synth and Jerry's outro solo is, as with all great EPs, awesome. And, as the gentleman said, kicks off an epic sequence.
Eyes Of The World
April 13, 1983
Patrick Gymnasium, U of Vermont

Just tried to submit this one only to find out that it was already here. Played fast but Jerry's soloing digs into the time and can give the impression of slowing things down. Brent's playing conjures up a vaudevillian carnival sort of mood while still being very soothing. Great version.
Sugar Magnolia
Nov. 5, 1977
Community War Memorial Auditorium

From Dick's Picks 34 fame.
Shakedown Street
Dec. 16, 1992
Oakland Coliseum Arena

Jerry was still getting better at executing this song at this time. Listen and see for yourself.