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Cassidy
June 18, 1976
Capitol Theatre

Nice version from the June 76 run
4
Row Jimmy
June 18, 1976
Capitol Theatre

From Download Series 4...really surprised this isn't here...smooth

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Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
April 11, 1978
Fox Theatre

Unusual but worthwhile. They're experimenting with some dynamic shifts in this one, and the Devils are keeping it loose with the rhythm. Maybe a bit too mellow in spots, but a nice change up to the more hard-driving versions.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 9, 1977
McNichols Arena

This version has a nice thump to it. And the transition jam builds very nicely. Another one that could grow on me the more time I spend with it.
Eyes Of The World
Oct. 29, 1977
Evans Field House, Northern Illinois University

The contrast in tempo between this and Colgate the next week is remarkable. Both so excellent, but this is relaxed whereas Colgate is frenetic. Fall 77 is an underrated period for the band.
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
Oct. 14, 1983
Hartford Civic Center

Classic version for a reason. I actually didn't really get into this the first time I heard it, but it's certainly clicked for me now. Jerry's voice is worn but his playing more than compensates, peaking multiple times. This just gets better with repeated listens.
Eyes Of The World
July 31, 1974
Dillon Stadium

Hmm. I kind of think the Dirt jam here is a trainwreck. I'll need to listen again...
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