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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.

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Cumberland Blues
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

An underrated version from an underrated show.
Cumberland Blues
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

The show's highlight in my opinion. I can think of a couple versions that might be nearly as good as this Cumberland, but none that are better.
Here Comes Sunshine
Nov. 14, 1973
San Diego International Sports Arena

Here Comes Sunshine? 1973? Yes Please. Still, as some have pointed out, it's probably not among the very best of the lot. I'll place 11/17, 11/30, 12/6, 12/19 & 2/23/74 above this one. But it must be said that this version still contains some inspired jamming!
Scarlet Begonias
Oct. 3, 1976
Cobo Arena

Quintessential '76 sound.
Not Fade Away
Oct. 3, 1976
Cobo Arena

The transition out of the "Dancin' Jam" into this N.F.A is in the pocket and seamless. Your toes are gonna tap.
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