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Cassidy
Oct. 10, 1976
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

The previous night's version was tasty, but this one is delicious. The nomination for this one is long overdue. The whole show is quintessential '76
2
Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

Whoa! This one somehow slipped through the cracks - A hidden gem for sure!
7
Jack Straw
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Opens the first electric set from the last (and best) show from the 8 night run at NYC's Radio City Music Hall. Its nomination is long overdue!
5
Eyes Of The World
Oct. 17, 1978
Winterland Arena

This should be on the map. Follow it to find the treasure!
3
Me and My Uncle
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

Alert! This one not a throw-away. The best one of '74, no foolin'. Played with a perfect balance of gusto, gumption & grit.
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Comments

To Lay Me Down
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

I also waffle between this one and 9/18/74 as favorites. But right now I'm listening to this version from this night, so I'll naturally give it the nod...
Eyes Of The World
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

Cosmic. Ethereal. Sublime. Love the transition from Dark Star. And the coda in this Eyes is particularly inspired!
Deal
March 15, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

The Playin' from this night is also required listening!
Playin' In The Band
March 15, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

I agree with the above two comments. This version is a force to be reckoned with, and it's nearly as a good as the following night. The audio quality is hampered due to apparent water damage to the master reels, but still very listenable, nonetheless. I think this helps explain a low vote count on such a stellar version.
Its All Over Now
Sept. 28, 1976
Onondaga County War Memorial

Although I seldom spin this tune, when I do, I reach for this one.
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