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Mexicali Blues
Oct. 28, 1990
Zenith

An uncommonly rich version--Jerry and Bruce both make great use of their solos while Bob, Vince, and Phil add vibrant texture throughout.
3
It Must Have Been The Roses
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Sung passionately, played precisely. Just exactly perfect version.
3
Its All Over Now
Oct. 2, 1976
Riverfront Arena

Unusually professional sounding for a cover. This one is nice and tight with just the right amount of bounce.
1
Tennessee Jed
May 12, 1974
University of Nevada

In full command of the Wall’s sonic clarity, Jerry executes on some softer, more intricate lead parts. Lovely version.
4
Little Red Rooster
April 2, 1989
Civic Arena

The Brent-driven portion of the jam is downright smoldering. The rest of the band can't resist getting in on the action.
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Playin' In The Band
April 5, 1982
The Spectrum

One of my favorite versions of any era. The jam goes way far out but never dissolves into nothingness. Great focus, even better group interplay. This is what we listen for, folks.
Mexicali Blues
April 6, 1982
The Spectrum

The jam portion has a lot of interesting contributions from the full band, especially Brent. A rewarding version.
Don't Ease Me In
Oct. 19, 1973
Oklahoma City Fairgrounds Arena

Phil and Keith are really dialed in. This version is far from another first set throwaway.
Looks Like Rain
Oct. 19, 1973
Oklahoma City Fairgrounds Arena

This one just glides along beautifully. Everyone is in full control of their space.
Candyman
Oct. 8, 1989
Hampton Coliseum

This one has the spirit of a great version but ultimately fails to deliver. At the outset, they sound primed to knock this one out of the park. That's not what happens though --- great onstage energy and sound can't eclipse the multiple flubs.
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