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Submissions

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Wharf Rat
Oct. 9, 1972
Winterland Arena

Whoa, I can't believe this hasn't been submitted. Great vocal and four minutes of sublime outro solo. Check it out!
3
Clementine
Aug. 13, 1968
Pacific Recording

The studio jam version from the expanded Aoxomoxoa release
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Big Boss Man
Aug. 14, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

just listen to Jerry and Phil. twang city in the intro, perfect Pig vocal
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Casey Jones
Aug. 15, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

Phil is high in the mix. One of the best '71 versions, I believe.
2
Me and My Uncle
May 30, 1971
Winterland Arena

Another fine 71 effort with very good sound and Phil high in the mix
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Comments

China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 7, 1971
Golden Hall

I like 8/15 a lot, so it's hard to decide which I consider the best of '71. This one is righ up there. More folks need to listen to these quartet versions.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Aug. 15, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

It's mysterious. Why aren't more of the Summer '71 China-Riders much higher? This might be my favorite, but also listen to Chicago, and especially San Diego. Basically a quartet, the guitar interaction is intense, with Phil high in the mix so you can hear the interplay with Jerry. Yes, an unfortunate edit in the 9th minute, but that should not dissuade you. This whole night is special.
The Other One
April 15, 1970
Winterland Arena

Starts off weak in the CE beginning, some so-so drums before exploding into awesomeness. Should be WAY higher in the rankings.
Cryptical Envelopment
Aug. 23, 1971
Auditorium Theatre

I have, and I like it.
Big Boss Man
Aug. 15, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

As good as this one is, I slightly prefer the previous night.
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