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Feel Like A Stranger
March 31, 1986
Providence Civic Center

Hardly a classic, but surprisingly not listed despite being on 30 Days 2013
3
Drums
Oct. 14, 1983
Hartford Civic Center

This isn't on here? From this show? Pretty memorable version.
1
Brokedown Palace
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

Caps off one of the most ballad-heavy shows in the band's history.
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Good Lovin'
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

A nice contrast to all the ballads from this show.
2
Sugar Magnolia
Oct. 6, 1981
Rainbow Theater

Especially nice and up-tempo following a delicate portion of the show.
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Comments

Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Dec. 9, 1981
Activity Center - University of Colorado

This one's ok but it's a little too ragged for me. Jerry has some nice moments in the Fire jams and Brent shines as usual, but on the whole it's missing something. The audio patch does this no favors either.
Help On The Way > Slipknot > Franklin's Tower
June 24, 1976
Tower Theatre

This whole combo smokes, but absolutely agree the Slipknot needs special mention. Seek this one out.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
Dec. 28, 1983
Civic Auditorium

Bobby is basically inaudible but it hardly matters. This one rips.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Jan. 31, 1978
Uptown Theater

This could use some more votes. Slower, somewhat menacing vibe to it. Love the rolling, quacking entrance to Fire. Stark contrast between this and the gallop of Cedar Falls a few days later.
Looks Like Rain
April 30, 1977
The Palladium

I don't even really like this song but this version is stellar.
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