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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

Weather Report Suite
Dec. 2, 1973
Music Hall

Jerry unleashes an incredible torrent of notes with about a minute to go in this one. Beautiful opening as well.
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.
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