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New Minglewood Blues
May 4, 1979
Hampton Coliseum

Take me to church, Brent!
1
Drums
April 22, 1978
Nashville Municipal Auditorium

The Beast in all its glory!
5
Johnny B. Goode
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

They attack this one with a rare level of energy and precision. Nice showcase for Pig on Organ too.
3
Next Time You See Me
Feb. 21, 1971
Capitol Theater

Excellent harmonica solo from Pig.
8
New Minglewood Blues
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

Keith and Bobby absolutely crush it, setting up a white hot solo from Jerry to kick off a brilliant show.
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Comments

Dire Wolf
March 30, 1990
Nassau Coliseum

The band is having an absolute blast with this song and its very infectious.
Dark Star
March 29, 1990
Nassau Coliseum

The walking jazz bass line Phil starts laying down around the 12 minute mark gives Branford some more familiar space to blow and he makes the most of it. This version isn't 100% perfect all the way through, but the inspired ideas and enthusiastic playing more than earn this one an upvote.
Dancin' in the Streets
April 18, 1978
Civic Arena

Bob really pushes this one toward some interesting grooves. Mellow yet funky.
Playin' In The Band
April 15, 1978
William and Mary College Hall

Criminally underrated. By '78 standards, this is almost a full on Tiger jam. Full band exploration driven by some very inspired work by the Rhythm Devils takes this one to stunning, fluid highs. The only issue with this version is that it isn't 10 minutes longer.
Friend of the Devil
April 15, 1978
William and Mary College Hall

The tone layering here is stunning. The main jam is true group improv that makes Jerry's final, cathartic solo feel well-earned.
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