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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!
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.

Comments

Playin' In The Band
Sept. 28, 1976
Onondaga County War Memorial

Peppier and jazzier than most post-hiatus, this one is a keeper in my book.
Let It Grow
Sept. 28, 1976
Onondaga County War Memorial

Yup, this one delivers as advertised. Phil's chunky bass licks in the opening measures signal this beast that keeps growing. Let it Grow!
Big River
Sept. 28, 1976
Onondaga County War Memorial

This version smokes! Keith really lays down some heat on his solo. I appreciate Dick slating this show for release, but the energetic AUD source works better for this night.
Playin' In The Band
March 26, 1973
Baltimore Civic Center

More mellow than 3/16 or the ones from the previous month. There's a two minute segment in the middle where Keith takes the spotlight. Less gusto is made up for with more introspection and precision. A sleeper version for sure!
Eyes Of The World
April 2, 1973
Boston Garden

Yup, the coda is the story here. Extra spice n' spunk.
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