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Jack Straw
Feb. 9, 1973
Roscoe Maples Pavilion - Stanford University

Swingin' energetic version. Really kicks at the end.
2
Around and Around
Dec. 11, 1972
Winterland Arena

This one crackles with energy. Bobby really lets it rip.
3
Mexicali Blues
Nov. 15, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall

Super tight version with a great mix and some nice harmonies.
10
Cumberland Blues
Nov. 15, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall

Another blazing version from a prime Cumberland year. Doesn't quite match 11/17, but is still oh so fine.
3
Sugaree
Nov. 15, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall

Sweet and mellow, well played by the band, and nicely sung by Jerry too.
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Comments

Black Throated Wind
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

This excellent BTW was indeed followed by "Next Time You See Me." The version of "Sitting On Top Of The World" that appears on Steppin' Out is actually from 5/23/72.
Eyes Of The World
June 16, 1974
Iowa State Fairgrounds

The outro jam in this one is sloppy compared to 6/18, but the transition into Big River is unique, and a very cool example of the Dead's improvisational skills. To me, it sounds like Jerry accidentally (or maybe purposely?) changes to the wrong key, and the band decides to roll with it rather than returning to the Eyes jam.
Greatest Story Ever Told
Sept. 28, 1972
Stanley Theatre

This version contains some of Jerry's finest wah-wah phrasing and tone. "You can't close the door when the wall's caved in." Yeah, pretty much.
The Other One
Sept. 17, 1972
Baltimore Civic Center

Too Much, man! Like, whoa.
Bird Song
Sept. 17, 1972
Baltimore Civic Center

It's very close, but this one edges out 8/27 for me.
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