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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

Mexicali Blues
Dec. 28, 1979
Oakland Auditorium

Check that lead by Jer -- this one really is a polka.
New Minglewood Blues
May 7, 1977
Boston Garden

No wonder the drummers had to take a hammer and nailr break!
Samson and Delilah
Aug. 4, 1976
Roosevelt Stadium

Hang on for the ride everyone – with Phil at the helm.
Bertha
July 24, 1987
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Stadium

Throw me in the jailhouse!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Dec. 31, 1977
Winterland Arena

There's a good handful of versions with the skipped verse; 9/2/78 and 7/16/90 come to mind.
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