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darkstar

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2. And when it comes to The Weight

Reply to darkstar (Reply #1)

Fri Jan 9, 2026, 01:38 PM

Jan 9

every time I’ve played the the tune in pick up bands or informal get togethers, everyone wants to take claim of Danko’s “Crazy Chester” verse. Everyone.

Speaking of which, have ya ever seen this? Jeff gets Chester, but stick around (sorry….) for Weir’s take on “Get your cannonballs” verse:

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The Band - Stage Fright [View all] LuckyCharms Jan 9 OP

Gotta love Danko! darkstar Jan 9 #1

And when it comes to The Weight darkstar Jan 9 #2

Wow! LuckyCharms Jan 9 #4

Yeah..who knew darkstar Jan 9 #5

darkstar... LuckyCharms Jan 9 #3