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Beat it on Down The Line
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

A little extra mustard on this one.
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Me and Bobby McGee
Nov. 9, 1973
Winterland Arena

Uniquely satisfying. Bob and Keith lock into a mind-meld that leads Jerry in some interesting directions.
5
Jack Straw
June 24, 1973
Memorial Coliseum

Unique, trippy energy on the intro. Mellow vibes throughout.
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Beat it on Down The Line
April 2, 1973
Boston Garden

Tight, inspired, and full of ideas. A stand-out version from a stand-out show.
8
Sugar Magnolia
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

Tight, hard-driving, and full of energy. A great rave up after some thoughtful somber passages before.
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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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