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Loser
Oct. 30, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Best Loser you haven’t heard yet! Jerry takes the solo for an extra walk around the block! Required listening folks!
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Candyman
March 7, 1981
Cole Field House

Jerry’s tone is just impeccable here! Moreover, Jerry adds a tad more umph to the soulful vocals. A standout of the era!
2
Big River
Oct. 21, 1973
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Blazing version, but I nominated it primarily for its placement within the context of the tasty Playin'->Half-Step->Big River->Playin' sandwich.
3
Deal
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Jerry's pipes never sounded sweeter, and Keith's barrel-house piano chops complements perfectly!
6
Deal
July 17, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Deserves mention.
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Comments

Lost Sailor -> Saint of Circumstance
May 16, 1981
Barton Hall - Cornell University

Inspired.
The Other One
May 12, 1981
Veterans' Memorial Coliseum

High octane here.. My only quibble is that Bobby is a little to eager to come in on the verses, cutting off what could have been longer and hotter jamming. Even worse, he botches the lyrics. But no matter, the boys are tight and locked-in here, and this version still crackles with energy.
Pretty Peggy O
May 12, 1981
Veterans' Memorial Coliseum

Sweet.
Wharf Rat
May 12, 1981
Veterans' Memorial Coliseum

Worthy.
Althea
May 12, 1981
Veterans' Memorial Coliseum

For me, 1981 is the all-around best year for Althea, and this one does not disappoint!
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