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4
Dear Mr. Fantasy
May 5, 1990
California State University Dominguez Hills

There are surprisingly few really great versions of this tune, and this is one of them. Jerry takes his time, layering burning, melodic phrases.
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When I Paint My Masterpiece
April 3, 1990
The Omni

They found the right (slower) tempo for this in later years. Also Bobby learned not to oversing. The moments when his voice fills with rage now work.
3
Space
April 5, 1989
Crisler Arena

Jerry's playing simultaneously causes and scratches an itch inside your brain. Spooky comping by Bobby.
1
Feel Like A Stranger
Feb. 5, 1989
Henry J Kaiser Convention Center

Busting out of the gate in the first show of the year. Great interaction between Bobby and Phil, tasteful commentary by Jerry.
1
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Oct. 14, 1988
Miami Arena

Great version because Bobby is understated, even weary. This gives Jerry the space to jump into the choruses with emotion. Dodging lions.
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Comments

Pretty Peggy O
April 12, 1978
Cameron Indoor Stadium

This is all over the place and I mean that in a good way. Especially Phil.
Passenger
April 6, 1978
Curtis Hixon Convention Center

Keith comes alive!
Dancin' in the Streets
Feb. 4, 1978
Milwaukee Auditorium

Everyone shows up for this. Love what Phil plays at 9:20.
Samson and Delilah
Feb. 4, 1978
Milwaukee Auditorium

This one is burning hot and not to be missed. Jerry is on fire.
Black Peter
Jan. 31, 1978
Uptown Theater

Agreed that Jerry is great. Also listen to Keith.
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