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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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Comments

They Love Each Other
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

Great version! Played at a slightly faster clip than all the rest. Keith's fills on this version are particularly good.
Loser
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

This loser is a winner! Top 3 for '73.
Here Comes Sunshine
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

A highlight from one of the three-set colossal 1973 shows. There are better versions, I'll argue: 2/15, 11/17, 11/30, 12/6, 12/19 & 2/24/74. That said, this one is unique and inspired. I love this version, and to my ears has more of dreamy and psychedelic bent than other versions. The tone on Bobby's guitar and the whimsical tinkling of Keith's Rhodes add color to the blissful soundscape. Heady!
Eyes Of The World
May 26, 1973
Kezar Stadium

2/15 and this one were the first two versions I ever heard, and both rank among the better versions. This one sounds tight, charged and inspired. I'm not sure if I'd place it in my top five, but I agree with 'ReasonTatters' in calling this one the best vocal rendition.
Eyes Of The World
Nov. 9, 1973
Winterland Arena

Rightly overshadowed by its big brother from two nights later. Still, this version is heady in its own right, and probably deserves a little more love...
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