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Around and Around
Sept. 26, 1972
Stanley Theatre

Usually a toss-off for me, and maybe it's Chuck Berry's passing that makes me think of it, but this version kicks serious ass. Deliberate and strong.
10
Bird Song
Sept. 26, 1972
Stanley Theatre

Crisp, articulate, deliberate. This is as strong a statement about what this song could be in '72 as I know. Airplay levels of concision.
7
Cold Rain and Snow
Sept. 26, 1972
Stanley Theatre

Always loved this one early in the first set, 'cause it meant the boys meant business. This one has a loose, comfortable sound, but with high energy.
8
Bertha
Sept. 24, 1972
Palace Theatre

Masterclass from the Philzone here. He tears this one up.
9
Loser
Sept. 24, 1972
Palace Theatre

Driven version. Purposeful, biting, and strong, with a high-tension wire energy. They meant business.

Comments

Eyes Of The World
March 26, 1973
Baltimore Civic Center

Great show all around.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 26, 1973
Baltimore Civic Center

Nice exploration of China's melodic themes before moving into the Riderish jam.
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo
March 26, 1973
Baltimore Civic Center

A strong version starting an epic epic show.
Spanish Jam
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

Combined Dark Star and Spanish jam.
Spanish Jam
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

I count this as a Dark Star jam as much as a Spanish Jam. DS melodic themes appear in the first minute and recur throughout.