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Its All Over Now
Feb. 17, 1982
Warfield Theater

This is a strong show; this song is laid back and well-explored -- fanstastic mix/ Bobby's phrasing perfect
3
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
Feb. 17, 1982
Warfield Theater

An early, sprightly version showcasing Bob's integrative contributions in a well-balanced mix
4
Estimated Prophet
Jan. 7, 1979
Seattle Center Coliseum

With those leads swimming upstream at first MSG show
4
Estimated Prophet
Jan. 5, 1979
The Spectrum

Another strong one, with a intricate and seamless handoff to Eyes
5
Jack Straw
Jan. 14, 1978
Bakersfield Memorial Auditorium

Gathers a good head of steam

Comments

Dark Star
Nov. 5, 1970
Capitol Theater

Delivers the welcomed drippy, psychedelic ice-cream cone to the head. Integral member of the whole 1970 family joyride of Dark Stars… featuring the shit-eating grin of 6/24 at the wheel.
Bird Song
Dec. 31, 1987
Oakland Coliseum Arena

Had to go way down to find this one lurking here. 87 is really strong. Top-form for these musicians right here. Brings the listener right in. Shall we go… and jump off the platform? A quick side-step here, an escalation there, more musical chips tossed into the middle by each and for all. Consumption. Ascension. And more. Ah yes, this is why we came. Push this higher and higher. No rush. But it all happens so fast. Super-engagement. …Don’t cry now… but it’s that good.
New Minglewood Blues
Oct. 29, 1977
Evans Field House, Northern Illinois University

Major moogage
Cold Rain and Snow
Nov. 27, 1991
Nassau Coliseum

You mean 3/27/91? Agree.
Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues
Sept. 12, 1987
Capital Centre

Phil tackling this really blew open the musical dimensions they explored, here combining his unique intonations with Dylan's writing -- it comes off as comical, in the best sense of serious and fun entertainment.