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Candyman
June 16, 1991
Giants Stadium

Gorgeous soloing from Jerry and a tender vocal performance. The new mix on the Giants box really lets this one shine.
4
Bird Song
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Bobby is dripping trippy chords all over the jam. SUBLIME
5
Casey Jones
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Surprised this has no votes. This version is played with a level of energy and precision CJ rarely ever got. Great set 2 opener.
2
El Paso
Dec. 7, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden

Lyrically precise, energetic playing, and everyone sounds like they're enjoying themselves. What more could you ask for on this one?
4
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1971
The Palestra, U. of Rochester

The shorter versions need love to, and this one hits all the sweet spots.
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Comments

Pretty Peggy O
May 5, 1977
New Haven Coliseum

Some of the slower/monotonous songs can present challenges, especially when it comes to getting the whole band on the same page. Not here. Everyone is in sync and Jerry is on fire, rendering a gorgeous version that soars above others on all fronts. This is the GOAT right here.
Mama Tried
May 5, 1977
New Haven Coliseum

Bob's guitar work here is brilliant.
Sugaree
May 5, 1977
New Haven Coliseum

As slammin' as Jerry's main solo is, the final break features some gorgeous, subtle Bob-Jerry interplay that absolutely can't be missed. Stunning version.
Wharf Rat
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

For my money, this is best-jammed Wharf Rat there is.
The Music Never Stopped
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

I dig what Keith is throwing down alongside Bob's Descending chord progression on the big jam.
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