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When I Paint My Masterpiece
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This one even features the "Sailing round he world in a dirty gondola."
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When I Paint My Masterpiece
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

This one even features the "Sailing round he world in a dirty gondola
2
West L.A. Fadeaway
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Holy cow. Wow. Scorches. So does the Candyman. And this is followed by a beautiful Masterpiece.
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Touch of Grey
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

First one after Brent's death. First one with Bruce being officially part of the gang. Pretty significant. Felt like we'd probably survive...
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Uncle John's Band
Sept. 15, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Fiery, galloping build up. Maybe this was overshadowed by the 9/19 version, but this one rips.
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Stella Blue
May 16, 1981
Barton Hall - Cornell University

Beauty.
Eyes Of The World
May 15, 1977
St. Louis Arena

Excellent. 11/4/77, though, is still the best of the best (Dave's 12, Colgate). Starts super fast, mellows and then, ABOUT HALFWAY THROUGH, things start happening. Let's not even mention what happens just past 8 minutes....Jerry.....!!!!!!!!
Morning Dew
Oct. 18, 1974
Winterland Arena

Divine.
Little Red Rooster
July 14, 1984
Greek Theatre - University of California

Great harmonica by Kelly.
Black Throated Wind
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

True. Bill could turn a corner like no other, and just as easily find a deep, powerful groove for them all to follow. As you say, he could swing, and knew when and how to do it. He led the band in a lot of ways. Those years, 71-74, were so magical, and often so near perfect, musically, thanks to Bill being the backbone. Not to knock Mickey, not at all, he brought his own magic to the band, but man, Bill was the real deal! Really, as much as we love him, he's still one of the most underrated drummers in rock and roll history.
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