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Around and Around
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

Fast and furious, with Keith killing it!
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Good Lovin'
Nov. 9, 1979
Memorial Auditorium

Excellent conclusion to a Wharf Rat > I Need a Miracle > Bertha > Good Lovin'. From Road Trips Vol. 1, No. 1. Finishes with an energetic flourish.

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Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
May 7, 1977
Boston Garden

It's interesting to see mentions of the Englishtown version here. I seem to agree with a few others in thinking that the Englishtown hits an insane peak but isn't quite as good as a whole. This one is excellent all around. That's what makes it so hard to rate on this site... Is one glorious moment - like an all-time great moment - better or worse than a complete great version? Luckily we don't really have to pick. Votes for both!
Bertha
May 7, 1977
Boston Garden

Agree with the others about Keith! He makes some lovely additions to this track.
Cassidy
Oct. 21, 1983
Worcester Centrum

Really nice jam in the middle here, soars beautifully. Cool version!
Looks Like Rain
March 19, 1977
Winterland Arena

Beautiful, great singing from Bob and Donna as Jerry plays endlessly... not my favourite tune but there are some really excellent versions in spring 1977! Some of the May versions are what I'd consider to be among the best vocal performances the band had.
New Minglewood Blues
March 18, 1977
Winterland Arena

Seems like they were trying to play Cassidy first, but maybe it wasn't coming together? It pops up a couple songs later though, so I guess they worked the kinks out lol.
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