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MrMystery

Dead on arrival

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Submissions

6
Bird Song
Feb. 11, 1986
Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center

Listen to Phil on this one. Then listen to Bobby.
4
Morning Dew
Oct. 25, 1985
The Fox theater

OK, I'll say it: "I can't believe this isn't on here." Majestic, powerful MD. Jerry on a mission. Bobby playing clippety-cloppety sounds in the coda.
3
Cassidy
July 2, 1985
Civic Arena

Jerry sinks his teeth into this jam. A wonder to behold.
4
Truckin'
April 13, 1985
Irvine Meadows

Arguably the version in which Bobby forgot the fewest lyrics. Also great, imaginative playing by Jerry throughout.
3
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
March 24, 1985
Civic Center

From the cold depths of 1985 comes a truly great MSWS. Drums are tight, Phil and Bobby sound great, and Jerry repeatedly comes up with gold.

Comments

Playin' In The Band
May 3, 1979
Charlotte Coliseum

This one: https://archive.org/details/gd79-04-22.sbd.bennett.12001.sbeok.shnf/gd79-04-22d3t04.shn
Stagger Lee
May 3, 1979
Charlotte Coliseum

Might be the first version where Jerry solos for three choruses. Good vibes.
Playin' In The Band
May 3, 1979
Charlotte Coliseum

What they start playing at minute 17 will make you stop doing what you're doing.
Shakedown Street
April 22, 1979
Spartan Stadium - San Jose State University

Jerry and Bobby sound great on this jam. High spirits.
Jack Straw
April 22, 1979
Spartan Stadium - San Jose State University

I recommend this mix for Phil: https://archive.org/details/gd79-04-22.sbd.bennett.12001.sbeok.shnf/gd79-04-22d3t04.shn