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Beat it on Down The Line
April 2, 1973
Boston Garden

Tight, inspired, and full of ideas. A stand-out version from a stand-out show.
8
Sugar Magnolia
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

Tight, hard-driving, and full of energy. A great rave up after some thoughtful somber passages before.
7
Candyman
June 16, 1991
Giants Stadium

Gorgeous soloing from Jerry and a tender vocal performance. The new mix on the Giants box really lets this one shine.
4
Bird Song
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Bobby is dripping trippy chords all over the jam. SUBLIME
5
Casey Jones
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Surprised this has no votes. This version is played with a level of energy and precision CJ rarely ever got. Great set 2 opener.
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Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

This transition jam is just utter bliss. Around the 4 minute mark in CCS, Jerry and Bob start trading chords in perfect sync with one another in a way that I don't think I've ever heard them replicate before or since. Gorgeous and groovy. This one fucks.
Ship of Fools
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

It takes a bit for the group to find their time on this one, but the end result is pleasant enough.
Ramble On Rose
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

Keith really throws down on this one.
Not Fade Away
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

One of the most organic fusions of jazz and rock & roll ever put to tape.
Dark Star
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

Just close your eyes and drift away with this Dark Star as your guide. Such a spacious bit of music to share with your soul.
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