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Jack Straw
Dec. 10, 1989
Meadowlands Arena

Jack Straw -> China -> Rider in 1989. Great buildup to final verse into a classic combo. Bruce Hornsby adds an extra layer, the stuff of dreams
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Sugar Magnolia
May 9, 1979
Broome County Arena

After a killer Wharf Rat, the boys false-start Around and Around three times before ripping into this great Sugar Mag. Who ever needed a face anyway?
4
Saint of Circumstance
July 8, 1995
Soldier Field

A triumphant, and surprisingly well-played version, given the date. Sure don't know...
7
Truckin'
July 9, 1989
Giants Stadium

Real heady summer '89 Truckin', great vocals and powerful playing, what else to say except hot!
4
Desolation Row
Sept. 18, 1990
Madison Square Garden

One of the best, strong delivery from Bobby, great guitar work from both

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Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again
July 7, 1989
JFK Stadium

Easily the best, Bobby just nails the vocals and everything feels smooth, electric, and cohesive. Also recommend 7/13/89, and 10/9/89
Box of Rain
March 20, 1986
Hampton Coliseum

Have to agree with grendel and everyone else, the crowd makes this a truly unique, As he said, pure ecstasy, you'll feel this one
Jack Straw
Jan. 8, 1978
Golden Hall, Community Concourse

Real hot version with Bobby taking the vocal command as Jerry can't sing, but he sure can play his heart out. Rewarding jam into the final verse, he seems to give it a little extra, makes up for his lyrical absence. Bobby show very cool!
Scarlet Begonias -> Fire On The Mountain
May 26, 1995
Memorial Stadium

Don't expect this one too hook you right out the gate like 5/21/77, honestly the Scarlet is disappointing up until the conclusion of the lyrics. Poor singing in this one. The following jam into fire is truly special and the rest is hot, rewarding and worth a listen.
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