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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...
4
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

Mexicali Blues
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

Just a hair less frenetic than usual, which gives it a nice swing.
Scarlet Begonias
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

Love the way Billy just explodes into this one!
Ramble On Rose
Feb. 23, 1974
Winterland Arena

Great pulse to this one! This whole show has a nice, deep pocket, actually...
Me and Bobby McGee
Feb. 23, 1974
Winterland Arena

Always like having this one early in the set like this...sets the vibes nicely
Truckin'
Feb. 22, 1974
Winterland Arena

A ripper for sure!
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