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Mind Left Body Jam
Oct. 30, 1973
Kiel Auditorium

Sandwiched between a dreamy Dark Star. Not the definitive version perhaps, but it belongs in the discussion.
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Cold Jordan
May 2, 1970
Harpur College

Can believe this one isn't already here! A beautiful version from one of the top five shows ever played.
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Casey Jones
May 26, 1972
Strand Lyceum

Near flawless version from a near flawless tour. The whole band is locked in on the home stretch here, and keith is hammerin' away on those ivories..
15
Beat it on Down The Line
May 3, 1972
Olympia Theater

Tight, inspired, rockin'. Best of the Euro '72 run. Give it some love, folks!
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Deal
May 11, 1972
Rotterdam Civic Hall

One knows from Jerry's opening vocals "cost a lot to win" sung with extra twang, that it's gonna be rockin' with that good county, funky vibe.

Comments

Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad
Aug. 14, 1971
Berkeley Community Theater

I have a couple dozen career spanning GDTRFB's in my collection. Need I add another? Well, after hearing this version, the answer is a resounding yes! Seriously, as the above commenter stated, the last two and a half minutes are 'sublime'.
Casey Jones
March 21, 1970
Capitol Theater

This is the most tight and rockin' version these ears have heard. Just listen to the crowd! The boys play it with gusto and purpose, before it later became something of a toss-off tune.
Morning Dew
June 10, 1973
RFK Stadium

1973 is year chock-full of epic dews, and this one is no exception. That said, this one doesn't even make my top three for the year - there's just too much stiff competition during this period. I agree with the above commenter that Phil & Bobby really shine on this one. I highly recommend snatching up the just released boxset of this full show. A great pressing indeed!
He Was A Friend of Mine
March 21, 1970
Capitol Theater

A warm and emotive reading of this rarely played tune. Jerry's voice sounds sweet and vulnerable, and his solo is sweeping and delicate. If this show were available in a crispy sbd, I suspect it would be more lauded. But the aud recording is stellar, and it channels the vibe of this night perfectly.
Black Peter
Feb. 28, 1970
Family Dog at the Great Highway

As sweet and sorrowful as they come.
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