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Big River
Oct. 21, 1973
Omaha Civic Auditorium

Blazing version, but I nominated it primarily for its placement within the context of the tasty Playin'->Half-Step->Big River->Playin' sandwich.
3
Deal
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Jerry's pipes never sounded sweeter, and Keith's barrel-house piano chops complements perfectly!
6
Deal
July 17, 1976
Orpheum Theatre

Deserves mention.
11
Cassidy
Oct. 10, 1976
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

The previous night's version was tasty, but this one is delicious. The nomination for this one is long overdue. The whole show is quintessential '76
2
Bird Song
Dec. 26, 1981
Oakland Auditorium

Whoa! This one somehow slipped through the cracks - A hidden gem for sure!
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Eyes Of The World
Sept. 28, 1976
Onondaga County War Memorial

^Indeed it is! Cheers darkstar67.
Deal
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Did I mention Jerry's voice for this night?
Bird Song
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

This one is defined by understatement; indeed, it's the most mellow version of the period. It doesn't soar like like the more robust ones of the year (2/17, 2/22, 3/16, 6/10, 6/22, 7/27), but it's a delicate and even paced beauty all its own.
Tennessee Jed
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

Grit, swagger, country-croon.
Eyes Of The World
June 30, 1973
Universal Amphitheatre

This version is unique in that the minor key jam -"the coda" - is particularly long and exploratory. While not as tight and intense as others from the year (9/7, 10/29 & 11/11 come to mind), the charm of this one lies in the more mellow, loose and playful character.
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