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Cassidy
Oct. 10, 1976
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

The previous night's version was tasty, but this one is delicious. The nomination for this one is long overdue. The whole show is quintessential '76
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Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

Whoa! This one somehow slipped through the cracks - A hidden gem for sure!
7
Jack Straw
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Opens the first electric set from the last (and best) show from the 8 night run at NYC's Radio City Music Hall. Its nomination is long overdue!
5
Eyes Of The World
Oct. 17, 1978
Winterland Arena

This should be on the map. Follow it to find the treasure!
3
Me and My Uncle
June 8, 1974
Coliseum Stadium

Alert! This one not a throw-away. The best one of '74, no foolin'. Played with a perfect balance of gusto, gumption & grit.
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China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
July 1, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

The Wolf made his first attack at the Nassau show on 9/7/73. Another great '73 jewel to behold!
Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

1981? Bird Song? Yes please...
Bird Song
May 4, 1981
The Spectrum

They didn't play bird Song this night. But they they did at the Spectrum two nights earlier! Indeed, that version got out there a bit. Not among the very best of the year imho (2/26, 3/7, 3/9, 12/5), but very good nonetheless. I've always found '81 to be the best year for Bird Songs, besides the beasts of '72-'73.
Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Like most heads, I prefer my Fire paired with Scarlet (the '77-'78 period is hard to beat), but there's something to be said about this particular stand alone version. Jerry's vocals sound particularly pleasing for the period, and just listen to his chops around the 6:15-6:45 mark!
Jack Straw
Oct. 31, 1980
Radio City Music Hall

Great Phil bombs to boot! Get the Jim Wise/Charlie Miller AUD - You'll feel the warmth.
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