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Wharf Rat
July 21, 1974
Hollywood Bowl

Gorgeous, well-paced high energy version. Playin'>Wharf>Truckin'>NFBM (theme only)>Playin' reprise
18
Playin' In The Band
July 21, 1974
Hollywood Bowl

You'll hear voices and see faces in this abstract assault which showcases exceptional group interplay. Bertrando's AUD is VG+.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
July 21, 1974
Hollywood Bowl

Warning: May cause goosebumps. Bertrando's AUD is VG+.
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Greatest Story Ever Told
April 2, 1973
Boston Garden

I always thought that Summer '74 was the best period for this tune but this version is sick.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
April 6, 1984
Aladdin Theater

If you want to hear something sweet from 1984, check this out!!!
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Comments

Jack Straw
Jan. 11, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

Yes, indeed, a great one...however, JS is one of those tunes that can never have a definitive version as it was always well represented throughout all eras of the band since its inclusion in the repertoire. But, is this essential listening? Of course, it is.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 21, 1972
Berkeley Community Theater

Man, back in those days Keith provided an absolute perfect economy of accompaniment.
Uncle John's Band
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

The context for this one certainly couldn't be any better and it features beautiful, tasty playing with hardly a wasted note. Awesome stuff.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

I'm surprised to see this one so low, too. Excellent China Cat here.
The Other One
Dec. 10, 1972
Winterland Arena

This version soars and melts down and soars again. 25 minutes of phenomenal stuff. And this show has more gems to offer.
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