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Candyman
June 16, 1991
Giants Stadium

Gorgeous soloing from Jerry and a tender vocal performance. The new mix on the Giants box really lets this one shine.
4
Bird Song
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Bobby is dripping trippy chords all over the jam. SUBLIME
5
Casey Jones
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Surprised this has no votes. This version is played with a level of energy and precision CJ rarely ever got. Great set 2 opener.
2
El Paso
Dec. 7, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden

Lyrically precise, energetic playing, and everyone sounds like they're enjoying themselves. What more could you ask for on this one?
4
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1971
The Palestra, U. of Rochester

The shorter versions need love to, and this one hits all the sweet spots.
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Comments

Friend of the Devil
June 17, 1976
Capitol Theater

One of those great '76 moments where Keith and Jerry are melding minds in a way that's actually satisfying. Easily one of the best slow versions I've ever heard and certainly the best of the June '76 run.
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
June 17, 1976
Capitol Theater

The way the Supplication simmers under some very psychedelic heat makes for some of the most patient, gorgeous jamming of the tour. Short, but sweet.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
June 17, 1976
Capitol Theater

The Slipknot is satisfying if not quite transcendent, but the Franklin's absolutely rips.
Big River
June 17, 1976
Capitol Theater

I adore Keith's solo. it's so commanding that it leaves room for Jerry and Bob to trade chord work off one another, which is interesting to hear as well. Not quite as searing as some versions but incredibly inspired nonetheless.
Sugar Magnolia
June 15, 1976
Beacon Theatre

The landing out from The Wheel is a blast. You can feel the crowd's excitement at the transition and it's pretty contagious.
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