China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Feb. 22, 1974
Winterland Arena
While I feel that 'CCS'>'IKYR' could be a scorcher with any vintage of the band, it just might be that 1974 represents the apotheosis of this pairing, as nearly every version is a unique little sonic galaxy, with its own twists and turns and unique ornamentation. Here we have the first version from this year and recording-wise it's very good, with even the crowd well-captured (the SBDs from this Feb. '74 run are airier and, I think, richer than SBD recordings from later in the year, certain technical glitches notwithstanding). Note the interesting back-and-forth leading into the 'Feelin' Groovy' jam.
