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Scarlet Begonias
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

One of the best stand-alone versions IMO, this one gets quite extended for such an early version, with a jam that flows and peaks.
17
Weather Report Suite
June 26, 1974
Providence Civic Center

Ok so it's no 6/28/74, but this one holds its own. Real nice playing that gets pretty deep into that freaky-jazzy stuff they do oh so well
16
He's Gone
Aug. 6, 1974
Roosevelt Stadium

Absolutely gorgeous version, one of the best of the period.
12
Spanish Jam
Aug. 6, 1974
Roosevelt Stadium

Excellent version. Garcia's playing is sharp and jazzy, and Phil is laying into it with some nice bombs. Smooth segue into a great Other One jam
8
The Other One
Aug. 6, 1974
Roosevelt Stadium

Jazzy Other One with a really nice segue out of Spanish jam.

Comments

The Other One
Oct. 13, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

Wicked version, just as good as the night before!!
Estimated Prophet
July 8, 1978
Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Bobby proclaims that he is moving to Australia, and the band proceeds to bring the house (err, amphitheater) down! Possibly the finest Estimated these ears have ever heard.
Turn On Your Love Light
Feb. 28, 1969
Fillmore West

possibly the best Lovelight ever, never heard a better jam in this song!
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

Agreed!
Here Comes Sunshine
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

Jerry is simply stunning in this version. This is why I love him! My 2nd favorite.