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Black Peter
Jan. 17, 1979
New Haven Coliseum

One of the more languid takes on this one. Although Jerry's voice is shot, it works. Notable for 2 runs through the solo, both of them stellar.
3
Feel Like A Stranger
June 29, 1980
Pauley Pavilion

Explosive jam makes this one a bit unique. Not as smooth and complex as some later versions, but synergy and chops by all.
9
Lazy Lightnin' -> Supplication
June 4, 1977
The Forum

Smokes from head to tail. No SBD, or this would be top 5 with ease.
20
Stella Blue
July 3, 1978
St. Paul Civic Center Arena

I fully expect this one to rise in popularity once the BBD arrives.
5
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Aug. 27, 1981
Long Beach Arena

Nice AUD has Jerry up front. Great solo in SB, transition is interesting, with nice cascading riffs, followed by a Hot FOTM.

Comments

The Other One
Aug. 22, 1972
Berkeley Community Theatre

Agree, fantastic version from a standout year for the tune. Anyone else hear a Beatles quote by Kieth in there? sounds like "It's all too much" to my ears.
Sugaree
Oct. 9, 1977
McNichols Arena

I did finish the S>F project. It became a bit tedious. I would have never made it chronologically. No way am I doing every Sugaree. I did do all the '77's. I have a spread sheet with timings I'll share.. My grading criteria is kind of abstract, energy and precision are a big factor. With this particular song, knowing when to quit also factored in somewhat. See 5/28 compared to 5/22 for an example.
Sugaree
Oct. 9, 1977
McNichols Arena

The second break has two stratospheric peaks that rival any from this year. Get the miller.
Sugaree
April 29, 1977
The Palladium

This deserves more praise. Keith's contributions on whatever synth he is using lend a special quality to this one. +1
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Nov. 8, 1979
Capitol Center

Phil is channeling Mel Schacher on the intro to FOTM. Don't burn me at the stake.
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