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Not Fade Away
Oct. 17, 1972
Fox Theatre

Billy is pretty aggressive, as he is this whole show, and Jerry's soloing is hot...
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Sugar Magnolia
Oct. 17, 1972
Fox Theatre

Flowing straight out of a fantastic 'Half-Step,' this is a goon one. It's between '71 and '72 for the best year for 'Sugar Mags' IMO...
1
Beat it on Down The Line
Oct. 17, 1972
Fox Theatre

Jerry's solo has a bit of a '73 feel on this one...that liquid, mellow intensity.
2
Jack Straw
Oct. 17, 1972
Fox Theatre

Tight, well-sung and really buzzing with energy. Keith has some great flourishes.
1
Mexicali Blues
Oct. 17, 1972
Fox Theatre

Hilarious intro as Bob and Jerry come in out of time with Phil. Hot one once they get going -- especially Billy, who's really 'on' at this show...
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Comments

Playin' In The Band
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

So dreamy and smooth — like this whole show. They don't all have to be Tiger...nice to have ones for many different moods.
Around and Around
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

Very tasty solo from Jerry!
Looks Like Rain
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

I rarely go for post-pedal steel versions, but this one is gorgeous.
Candyman
Nov. 15, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall

One of the best I've heard for sure!
Here Comes Sunshine
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

Have to agree with what others have said about the loose-to-the-point-of-botched transitions. Also, Billy plays pretty much the entire song with the snares off...is it just me, or is this unusual?
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