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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
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Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

Whoa! This one somehow slipped through the cracks - A hidden gem for sure!
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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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Playin' In The Band
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

This one isn't the belter they pulled off on 3/16, but nonetheless this one's intriguing all the same. It's exploratory, patient, and esoteric in that jazzy, honey-tinged way that only '73 serves up. Well into the meat of the jam, Jerry dips out for a couple minutes (broken string?), allowing the rhythm section to really sport their chops. A somewhat different version here, if not altogether pretty stellar.
Bird Song
Feb. 22, 1973
Assembly Hall, University of Illinois

Wonderfully executed here. This comes from a show I feel gets overlooked by the monster shows played on 2/15, 2/26 & 2/28. But this show is a beautiful beast in its own right and needs more respect!
Playin' In The Band
Feb. 22, 1973
Assembly Hall, University of Illinois

February '73 + Playin' = Sinfully delicious.
Here Comes Sunshine
March 22, 1973
Utica Memorial Auditorium

This tune blossomed by the end of the year, but there are two standout early versions, that were played on 2/15 and tonight! This version builds beautifully and needs more love.
Cumberland Blues
Nov. 17, 1972
Century II Convention Hall

My favorite from '72 for sure. The boys come out with guns blazing from the word go. Heady and hot!
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