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Bird Song
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

This one climbs, blooms, and sheds in that direct 87-Bird Song way, complete with bird sounds.
3
When Push Comes to Shove
April 2, 1987
The Centrum

A song with a unique point of view and metaphorical context, this version is delivered well.
4
Bertha
Aug. 23, 1971
Auditorium Theatre

Summer '71, hoppin' bass, spirited vocals, Miller board...
4
Candyman
March 16, 1988
Henry J. Kaiser Auditorium

The Candyman's in town alright!
7
Black Peter
Sept. 21, 1982
Madison Square Garden

A strong performance from a memorable show
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Comments

Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Nov. 17, 1971
Albuquerque Civic Auditorium

This one hasn't sunk in yet. It's MASSIVE. The muddy copy on the archive won't do it. You've got to listen to the whole NFA>GDTRFB>NFA DP 26 version. I've upped it to 5, only. Should be near the top, IMO. Wow.
The Other One
March 24, 1971
Winterland Arena

Thanks for highlighting this. Great period – they're both eager to jam and patient to let it develop…
Franklin's Tower
Nov. 2, 1979
Nassau Coliseum

As chunky as they come, this gets the same extensive treatment as the previous night's Scarlet-Fire. Great strumming from Bob throughout. I was lucky to catch these nights.
Playin' In The Band
Dec. 2, 1973
Music Hall

That's the Marbles Left Brain part...
New Minglewood Blues
Feb. 5, 1978
Uni Dome, U of Northern Iowa

Sits in the shadow of tons of votes cast for other songs at this show. I know what you mean though. Many intense NMBs. Check 5/7 Boston.
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