Review of Festival Express (2003) by Abbie P — 13 May 2010

One of the highlights is Janis Joplin jammin' with Jerry Garcia. Doesn't get any better than that.

This review of Festival Express (2003) was written by Abbie P on 13 May 2010.

Festival Express has generally received very positive reviews.

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