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They Love Each Other
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Groovy, and some REAL nice solos by both Jerry and Keith. This one's got a little edge to it too.
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Tennessee Jed
April 7, 1978
The Sportatorium

'78 was a good year for this song. Lyrical slip-ups aside, the soloing and jaunty pace of this one make it a gem of the first set.
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Sugar Magnolia
Sept. 11, 1983
Downs of Santa Fe

One of a hundred high-energy versions of the early 80's, but hot nonetheless. Part of a thunderous Bobby-centric second set.
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Good Lovin'
April 6, 1978
Curtis Hixon Convention Center

Part of a one-two-punch opener, paired with a heater of a Bertha. Keith adds great texture to Jerry's solo.
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Sugar Magnolia
April 12, 1971
Civic Arena

Jerry's got that wah going the whole song. Some may not like it, but I LOVE the psychedelic edge it brings to this version.
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Comments

Feel Like A Stranger
Nov. 30, 1980
Fox Theatre

Definitely NOT overrated. It may not be the best, but WOW does it set the tone for the rest of the evening. Brent does everything and more, the drummers are great, it's just plain awesome. :)
Dark Star
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

Best ever, in my book. And it's not even close. So many movements, so many big moments, endless excellent jams, SUPER long, and segues beautifully into Eyes.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Jan. 1, 1965
Rich Stadium

LOVE this version. 47 minutes of pure magic, with Donna playing on oboe and Vince on the maracas. Plus, the segue into Cream Puff War is tight.
Sugar Magnolia
Nov. 17, 1973
Pauley Pavilion - University of California

Perfect version, through and through. I’m surprised this one doesn’t have more votes, considering it’s from a classic and iconic show.
Franklin's Tower
Aug. 13, 1976
Great American Music Hall

I think you might have the wrong date. Did you mean 8/13/75?
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