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Around and Around
Dec. 1, 1973
Music Hall

Fun S2 opener at one of the most overlooked shows of the year.
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Mexicali Blues
Oct. 2, 1972
Springfield Civic Center

Whole show is an underrated gem, and this is no exception.
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Bertha
Aug. 20, 1972
San Jose Civic Auditorium

One of the fastest I've heard!
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Cold Rain and Snow
Nov. 13, 1972
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall

Great opener at perhaps the most underrated show of the year, at least based upon the ratings here...I have it as a Top 25 show of '72.
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Box of Rain
Nov. 13, 1972
Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall

I think November '72 was the best period for this song, and this one is no exception. Phil crushes the ending.
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Comments

Dire Wolf
Dec. 2, 1973
Music Hall

They play this like a super-swung Ramble On Rose!
Casey Jones
Dec. 1, 1973
Music Hall

Much more careful tempo than usual. Cool!
Weather Report Suite
Dec. 1, 1973
Music Hall

^Just came to say the same...
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

In addition to everything already mentioned, Jerry’s vocals on Rider are incredible! Sounding like 1970 at times.
Easy Wind
July 10, 1970
Fillmore East

I don't find it to be too bad of a tape at all. I've fought through far rougher Zeppelin recordings LOL. Severely underrated show (and run) due to being an AUD...
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