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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!
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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!
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Deal
July 17, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Deserves mention.
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Comments

Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Aug. 14, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

I have a couple dozen career spanning GDTRFB's in my collection. Need I add another? Well, after hearing this version, the answer is a resounding yes! Seriously, as the above commenter stated, the last two and a half minutes are 'sublime'.
Casey Jones
March 21, 1970
Capitol Theater

This is the most tight and rockin' version these ears have heard. Just listen to the crowd! The boys play it with gusto and purpose, before it later became something of a toss-off tune.
Morning Dew
June 10, 1973
RFK Stadium

1973 is year chock-full of epic dews, and this one is no exception. That said, this one doesn't even make my top three for the year - there's just too much stiff competition during this period. I agree with the above commenter that Phil & Bobby really shine on this one. I highly recommend snatching up the just released boxset of this full show. A great pressing indeed!
He Was A Friend of Mine
March 21, 1970
Capitol Theater

A warm and emotive reading of this rarely played tune. Jerry's voice sounds sweet and vulnerable, and his solo is sweeping and delicate. If this show were available in a crispy sbd, I suspect it would be more lauded. But the aud recording is stellar, and it channels the vibe of this night perfectly.
Black Peter
Feb. 28, 1970
Family Dog at the Great Highway

As sweet and sorrowful as they come.
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