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Candyman
Oct. 30, 1977
Assembly Hall - Indiana University

Keith stands out on this crystalline version. A stunning performance as the band is completely in synch with each other. Watch out for that solo too.
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They Love Each Other
Oct. 30, 1977
Assembly Hall - Indiana University

Lovely version with a really great Keith solo, Jerry’s solo right after is equally as moving. Don’t miss this one.
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Samson and Delilah
Sept. 29, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Played with a real sense of urgency. Bobby growls away as Jerry explores a new approach to his soloing. This is a scorcher.
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Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Sept. 29, 1977
Paramount Theatre

Jerry plays away his sorrows on top of the rhythm devil’s swinging beats. Sweet as can be with some real magical energy here.
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Feelin' Groovy Jam
March 16, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

First ever in a China>Rider pairing. Makes for some wonderful music to start off this stellar show.
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Eyes Of The World
Sept. 21, 1974
Palais Des Sports

10:47 and onwards is a dark and twisted journey. Phil is utterly amazing. I wish I had the words to describe how intricate and utterly unique these bass lines he's laying down are. The syncopated drum beats right before the Coda truly moves me. Carrion is once again right on the money with the Live-Evil/Pangaea Miles influence. I got into those 2 specific records before ever getting into the Dead and hearing the influence that era of Mile's music had on the band reaffirms my own musical journey. Jerry is a wizard on this. Incredibly unique guitar playing even for 74. This is a brooding Eyes that has some truly monstrous energy. A new favorite of mine.
Big River
Sept. 21, 1974
Palais Des Sports

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-G_mOM5LbQ
Morning Dew
Oct. 12, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

Man, I am so grateful for that link. I just found footage from 9/21/74 through that site, this will definitely keep me busy for a good while. Thank you kindly! I will be taking a deep dive into this.
Playin' In The Band
March 22, 1972
Academy of Music

There is something about these versions, before they became the unrelenting acid jazz behemoths we all know and love, that capture, in my opinion, the true essence of the song. Never falters in energy and I love how this particular version dances and deconstructs the Main Ten jam. Bman brings up a great point on how this song grows from 72-74. From a quick and tight going to about 6-10 minutes, to averaging about 30-40 minutes by the time we get to 74. This is a phenomenal version that shows how the band can take a song and really showcase how comfortable they are traversing new territories.
Morning Dew
Oct. 12, 1968
Avalon Ballroom

This is why you're one of my favorite reviewers on the site darkstar67. The mystery is part of the reason why I love this band so dearly. In fact, it does make me love this particular version so much more. Will be spinning this show again, and again. Thanks for the reply! I love your reviews and contributions on the site.
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