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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
2
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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Playin' In The Band
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

An eleven minute power house version. My favorite of the tour.
Pretty Peggy O
Dec. 12, 1973
Omni Coliseum

It actually debuted a couple days earlier in Charlotte, but it played sweet this night as well.
Playin' In The Band
Dec. 10, 1973
Charlotte Coliseum

This Playin' makes for a nice companion to the more celebrated 12/19. This version deserves more love.
Stella Blue
Dec. 19, 1973
Curtis Hixon Convention Hall

Like a fine wine, this song seemed to only improve with age. Still, I love the 1973 vintage.
The Other One
Feb. 23, 1974
Winterland Arena

Besides the monumental 6/18 version, this is my favorite Other One from '74. This one goes the distance artistically. Perhaps a bit challenging for a novice, but more seasoned heads should appreciate this one. Both 'merryjerry' and 'hvd' shed a little light on this masterpiece. This version is ranked criminally low in my opinion.
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