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Mexicali Blues
Oct. 28, 1990
Zenith

An uncommonly rich version--Jerry and Bruce both make great use of their solos while Bob, Vince, and Phil add vibrant texture throughout.
3
It Must Have Been The Roses
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Sung passionately, played precisely. Just exactly perfect version.
3
Its All Over Now
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Unusually professional sounding for a cover. This one is nice and tight with just the right amount of bounce.
1
Tennessee Jed
May 12, 1974
University of Nevada

In full command of the Wall’s sonic clarity, Jerry executes on some softer, more intricate lead parts. Lovely version.
4
Little Red Rooster
April 2, 1989
Civic Arena

The Brent-driven portion of the jam is downright smoldering. The rest of the band can't resist getting in on the action.
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Comments

Me and My Uncle
Feb. 4, 1970
Family Dog at the Great Highway

A definitive full-band reading. Tight, intentional vocals, fluid guitar interplay, spirited accompaniment from Pigpen on organ ... what more could you want?
The Eleven
Feb. 28, 1969
Fillmore West

I love the way this version slowly drifts into darker space before giving way to a sublime DDNHM
The Other One
Sept. 3, 1972
Folsom Field, University of Colorado

This version is so good that the perfunctory (for the era!) He's Gone attached to the front is elevated by proxy.
Drums -> Space
July 4, 1989
Rich Stadium

Drums is inspired thoughout and Space has some interesting, jazzy changes before it starts meandering toward IWTYH.
They Love Each Other
May 25, 1977
The Mosque

Surprised nobody has mentioned Keith's solo yet. Some really fun runs in this one that I've never heard on other versions. Great version all around though.
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