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Bird Song
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

This one climbs, blooms, and sheds in that direct 87-Bird Song way, complete with bird sounds.
3
When Push Comes to Shove
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

A song with a unique point of view and metaphorical context, this version is delivered well.
4
Bertha
Aug. 23, 1971
Auditorium Theatre

Summer '71, hoppin' bass, spirited vocals, Miller board...
4
Candyman
March 16, 1988
Henry J. Kaiser Auditorium

The Candyman's in town alright!
7
Black Peter
Sept. 21, 1982
Madison Square Garden

A strong performance from a memorable show
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Comments

Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
Nov. 5, 1977
Community War Memorial Auditorium

Agree with the previous comment... and am inclined to place 5/7 in b/t
Uncle John's Band
Sept. 27, 1972
Stanley Theatre

Right on
Eyes Of The World
Nov. 30, 1973
Boston Music Hall

Pickled.
Estimated Prophet
June 4, 1978
Campus Stadium - University Of California

Came to write how this jam wrecked a few guardrails at the exit ramp with its abrupt high-speed departure... then saw the above comment. Analogous analogies. Nobody got hurt, but this version deserves more votes.
Truckin'
July 9, 1989
Giants Stadium

Yup, we hope the fun is pursued and explored by some or all of them, as these adventures in other shows at this point lead to unique jams rather than taking the collective kneel. Get in the groove... see for example Saint 11/2/79
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