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Submissions

12
Brown Eyed Women
Nov. 17, 1972
Century II Convention Hall

Super-fast and super-funky rendition, from one of the best 1972 shows.
3
Johnny B. Goode
July 16, 1972
Dillon Stadium

Hard rockin' version with the Allmans sitting in. Heavy bass riffs courtesy of Brother B.O.
4
Ramble On Rose
Nov. 24, 1972
Dallas Memorial Auditorium

Hard rocking version from a tight 2nd set.
5
Big River
Nov. 19, 1972
Hofheinz Pavilion

A rip-roaring rendition, with Jerry ripping licks, Keith banging keys, and Billy machine-gunning the backbeat.
6
The Other One
Nov. 14, 1972
Oklahoma City Music Hall

Nice jazziness coming out of Truckin'. Phil hints at a few solo themes he would develop later on, and Jerry shreds before the verse reprise.

Comments

Me and My Uncle
March 26, 1972
Academy of Music

This Uncle seems to take everyone by surprise, but after a bit of confusion, they deliver a great version. Tight playing, good vocals, and a nice touch of organ from Pig.
Playin' In The Band
March 21, 1972
Academy of Music

Jerry DEMOLISHES the jam in this one. The overall sound and execution isn't great compared to the others from this run, but holy moly, that guitar solo.
Cumberland Blues
March 21, 1972
Academy of Music

Cumberland was cooking at the Academy shows, but I think this might be the best of the run. The intensity of the jam just keeps on building.
China Cat Sunflower
Jan. 2, 1972
Winterland Arena

Everyone seems to be taken by surprise by this transition. Jerry even forgets to sing the 2nd verse and just does the 3rd one twice.
He Was A Friend of Mine
March 21, 1970
Capitol Theater

^^^Couldn't have said it better. I can't believe I forgot to write a description of this great track.