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1
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

Uncle John's Band
March 24, 1990
Knickerbocker Arena

Phil is going absolutely nuts on this one.
Good Lovin'
Feb. 2, 1970
Fox Theatre

I really wish they hadn't rushed out of the jam, but this version has the goods.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Dec. 20, 1969
Fillmore Auditorium

TC is more loud than he is good on this one. It seems like an inspired version, but the mix is so off it's hard to really judge.
The Other One
March 16, 1990
Capital Centre

It may be short, but unlike similar versions, it packs in a lot of energy. Short of going full brain-melt, the band gives you what you need in full before the transition to Stella.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 15, 1990
Capital Centre

As formulaic as China > Riders can be, I'm surprised to see such a well-played, free-wheeling version get so little love. Brent starts pushing this one into new territory from the first note, but by the time the transition jam is underway, everyone is chasing the muse right alongside him.
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