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Weather Report Suite
Oct. 17, 1974
Winterland Arena

These "retirement" versions have a cool vibe, this one is my favorite of the two.
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Weather Report Suite
Nov. 20, 1973
Denver Coliseum

Beautiful intro with a powerful, fast LIG jam
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Weather Report Suite
May 19, 1974
Portland Memorial Coliseum

Bob muffs the words but all's well that ends well...the unique space-jazz jam out of this one is not to be missed. Such a chill Oregon vibe!
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Weather Report Suite
March 23, 1974
Cow Palace

Builds up a major head of steam
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Weather Report Suite
Sept. 14, 1974
Olympiahalle

Powerful melodic soloing and gooey jazz...they melt into a dream

Comments

Bird Song
March 7, 1981
Cole Field House

Stupendous Bird Song right here!!! This version has it all, from soaring melodies to jazz to deep space. A definitive version, no doubt, and possibly my favorite post-hiatus.
Here Comes Sunshine
Sept. 7, 1973
Nassau Coliseum

Love this version!!! Melodic bliss!!!!
Estimated Prophet
Feb. 3, 1979
Market Square Arena

Wow!!! Epic slow burner with an absolutely scorching transition into Eyes. Thanks for putting this one up!
Eyes Of The World
Aug. 13, 1975
Great American Music Hall

This version is just phenomenal, almost as good as any version from 1974. The playing is in a very similar context to the pre-hiatus versions, but with a funkier, more aggressive feel. Jerry has some wonderfully melodic soloing during the verses, and Phil totally owns the jam out of the song.
Let It Grow
Aug. 7, 1982
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Scratch that, this is THE BEST version of the '80s IMO. Absolutely insane energy that just floors me every time!!!