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Loser
Oct. 30, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Best Loser you haven’t heard yet! Jerry takes the solo for an extra walk around the block! Required listening folks!
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Candyman
March 7, 1981
Cole Field House

Jerry’s tone is just impeccable here! Moreover, Jerry adds a tad more umph to the soulful vocals. A standout of the era!
2
Big River
Oct. 21, 1973
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Blazing version, but I nominated it primarily for its placement within the context of the tasty Playin'->Half-Step->Big River->Playin' sandwich.
3
Deal
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Jerry's pipes never sounded sweeter, and Keith's barrel-house piano chops complements perfectly!
6
Deal
July 17, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Deserves mention.
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Comments

Playin' In The Band
Feb. 20, 1982
Golden Hall, Community Concourse

Jerry is at the helm here, with flurries of funky psychedelia. This one goes the distance….
Uncle John's Band
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Deserves more love.
Candyman
March 7, 1981
Cole Field House

There’s a great AUD recording of this show on the archive. I highly recommend. It’s very clear and Jerry sounds a tad high in the mix - a good thing here.
Althea
Feb. 26, 1981
Uptown Theater

It’s all about the final solo. Get the matrix - one can really hear/feel the crowds appreciation.
Pretty Peggy O
Feb. 26, 1981
Uptown Theater

A go-to version for the era.
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