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El Paso
Dec. 7, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden

Lyrically precise, energetic playing, and everyone sounds like they're enjoying themselves. What more could you ask for on this one?
3
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1971
The Palestra, U. of Rochester

The shorter versions need love to, and this one hits all the sweet spots.
2
Drums
Sept. 25, 1991
Boston Garden

Fun and thunderous, this version has some great grooves.
11
Queen Jane Approximately
Sept. 16, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Clean and confident reading with lots of personality from Phil and Vince.

Comments

The Other One
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

A darkly psychedelic extended jam segment that culminates an oddly aggressive show. Chaotic energy pulsates out of this version as the boys dive head-first into some truly weird spaces. Definitely worth seeking out.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

The Download Series version fixes the issue. This version has a growling aggression to it. The jam might not be quite as deep as others, but the energy here makes this one feel unique.
Cumberland Blues
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

This one's got some attitude on it.
Dark Star
April 14, 1972
Tivolis Koncertsal

There's a lot to love here, but somehow my favorite part is the transition into Sugar Mags. It's not even 100% smooth, but it works in a way that's very memorable.
Good Lovin'
April 14, 1972
Tivolis Koncertsal

When it comes to the Pigpen tracks, length doesn't always indicate quality. This one is a slog until the Caution/Who Do You Love jam. I'm sure it was fun to be there, but it doesn't totally translate on tape.
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