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Deal
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

Country rock pulsing with jazzy energy. One of the most exciting pre-hiatus versions.
1
One More Saturday Night
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

Fierce yet loose. Lots of fun is being had and it's infectious.
3
Beat it on Down The Line
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

A little extra mustard on this one.
7
Me and Bobby McGee
Nov. 9, 1973
Winterland Arena

Uniquely satisfying. Bob and Keith lock into a mind-meld that leads Jerry in some interesting directions.
5
Jack Straw
June 24, 1973
Memorial Coliseum

Unique, trippy energy on the intro. Mellow vibes throughout.
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Comments

They Love Each Other
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

This one's a little raunchy.
Tennessee Jed
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Smokin hot! Anyone who complains about Jed being a snoozer will be eating their words after hearing this version.
Cumberland Blues
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Jerry fucking SHREDS this one. Who cares if its a bumpy ride on the vocals?
Eyes Of The World
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

I don't get why this isn't a famous version. The main song portion is rendered beautifully, and the jam that follows is sublime. Phil's solo is far more melodic and graceful than usual, and the deep end of the jam is a very enjoyable space I can see myself returning to often. Hopefully the Dave's bonus disc rescues this one from obscurity.
Good Lovin'
Dec. 31, 1976
Cow Palace

I like this one WAY more than the versions that come out of Bertha. Some genuine improv on the jam in this one, very heady.
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