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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.
33
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.
11
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!
19
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.

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Playin' In The Band
April 8, 1972
Wembley Empire Pool

An eleven minute power house version. My favorite of the tour.
Pretty Peggy O
Dec. 12, 1973
Omni Coliseum

It actually debuted a couple days earlier in Charlotte, but it played sweet this night as well.
Playin' In The Band
Dec. 10, 1973
Charlotte Coliseum

This Playin' makes for a nice companion to the more celebrated 12/19. This version deserves more love.
Stella Blue
Dec. 19, 1973
Curtis Hixon Convention Hall

Like a fine wine, this song seemed to only improve with age. Still, I love the 1973 vintage.
The Other One
Feb. 23, 1974
Winterland Arena

Besides the monumental 6/18 version, this is my favorite Other One from '74. This one goes the distance artistically. Perhaps a bit challenging for a novice, but more seasoned heads should appreciate this one. Both 'merryjerry' and 'hvd' shed a little light on this masterpiece. This version is ranked criminally low in my opinion.
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