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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...

Comments

Beat it on Down The Line
May 4, 1972
Olympia Theater

After a subdued first three songs, they really take off here. Pig's organ is very active on this one. Love this show!
Truckin'
May 3, 1972
Olympia Theater

Shorter than some others on this tour, but it certainly packs a punch! Then a tight, quick slip into an epic TOO.
Me and My Uncle
May 3, 1972
Olympia Theater

Jerry certainly does tear it a new one! Ferocious version.
Bertha
May 3, 1972
Olympia Theater

^Agreed! Spectacular version to kick off an epic show. I rank this show 3rd for E72, narrowly behind Rotterdam and the second night in Paris...
Uncle John's Band
April 29, 1972
Musikhalle

A few slight lyrical flubs keep it below the other Europe '72 versions, but a nice, peaceful end to a great show nonetheless.