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Hurts Me Too
Dec. 27, 1970
Legion Stadium
Pig's vox never sounded better. Pure, fine Blue Ron soul and a rippin' set of solos, but sadly cuts out.
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Good Lovin'
Dec. 26, 1970
Legion Stadium
All about the jam. One of the mello raps of the era, and they go off in that way that says "let's do this forever". Why not here?
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Friend of the Devil
Dec. 26, 1970
Legion Stadium
Sweetness in form and execution. Even the feedback from the monitors harmonises nicely. A gentle, delicate version.
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King Bee
Dec. 23, 1970
Winterland Arena
Deep blues, two brilliant harp solos, great Jerry work (duh), and a Charlie Miller cleanup. Listen up!
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Deep Elem Blues
Dec. 23, 1970
Winterland Arena
Starts a little funny, but has that rare electric funk quality. On the recent C. Miller cleanup, so thank you sir.
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Truckin'
April 16, 1972
Aarhus University
The long exploratory jam out of this is a subtle beauty. This whole suite is just fantastic.
Playin' In The Band
April 16, 1972
Aarhus University
No question about it, this one takes off like a rocket. Going through Playin's evolution in '72 is such a treat. Each one at this stage is stretching out further and furthur. This one takes on a hard-biting psychedelic edge like none before it.
Black Throated Wind
April 16, 1972
Aarhus University
The emotional crescendo and rising arc of triumphant intensity on this is spectacular. The band is tight and swells as one to the muscular climax, really bringing out what's special about this composition. Needs more votes, this one.
Looks Like Rain
April 14, 1972
Tivolis Koncertsal
Quite right, patchmyversion. I listened to this again on headphones and it's clearly Phil singing those beautiful harmonies. I rarely identify "favorite" versions, but this LLR is the GOAT for me. It's simply the standard I look for in all other versions.
Black Throated Wind
April 14, 1972
Tivolis Koncertsal
Cgarces is right. This one has that something extra. Bobby doesn't lose control, and the band is pushing against the seems in a supercharged way that just pumps up energy in what by all estimates is one hell of a great first set.
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