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The Music Never Stopped
June 17, 1976
Capitol Theater

Swirling, cohesive and inspired. It may not hit the rousing peaks of 78, but it's damn fine.
3
The Wheel
June 15, 1976
Beacon Theatre

Ecstatic and confident with a sweet transition into Sugar Mags.
6
Mexicali Blues
May 19, 1974
Portland Memorial Coliseum

This one takes a sharp left turn into some weird tones and aggressive soloing from Keith and Jerry.
9
Deal
May 17, 1974
P.N.E. Coliseum

Country rock pulsing with jazzy energy. One of the most exciting pre-hiatus versions.
1
One More Saturday Night
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

Fierce yet loose. Lots of fun is being had and it's infectious.
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Playin' In The Band
Aug. 7, 1982
Alpine Valley Music Theatre

Where some Brent-era Playin's are basically just Space with a beat, this one retains that Jazz-as-Rock spirit that made the best versions from '72-'74 soar. Everyone jams with real intent, especially Brent, who seems to be challenging Jerry to explore new spaces the deeper they go. Immensely underrated.
Its All Over Now
April 6, 1982
The Spectrum

Country-fried picking on the main solo. A fun version of a fun song.
Candyman
April 6, 1982
The Spectrum

Everything -- including Bob's slide work -- is working on this version. A true gem.
Althea
April 5, 1982
The Spectrum

The main solo on this one absolutely smokes. This version deserves A LOT more love.
Bird Song
Dec. 9, 1981
Activity Center - University of Colorado

Around 5:50, Jerry and Phil lock into a very nice groove that I don't think I've heard in other versions. It's a very subtle peak, but it's a solid highlight in a generally fine reading of this tune.
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