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Beat it on Down The Line
April 2, 1973
Boston Garden

Tight, inspired, and full of ideas. A stand-out version from a stand-out show.
8
Sugar Magnolia
March 24, 1973
The Spectrum

Tight, hard-driving, and full of energy. A great rave up after some thoughtful somber passages before.
7
Candyman
June 16, 1991
Giants Stadium

Gorgeous soloing from Jerry and a tender vocal performance. The new mix on the Giants box really lets this one shine.
4
Bird Song
July 22, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theatre

Bobby is dripping trippy chords all over the jam. SUBLIME
5
Casey Jones
July 21, 1972
Paramount Northwest Theater

Surprised this has no votes. This version is played with a level of energy and precision CJ rarely ever got. Great set 2 opener.
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Comments

Weather Report Suite
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

The first part is executed with uncommon grace and energy, only to be followed by an outstanding, jazzy jam that bleeds perfectly into Dark Star. One for the books.
Space
Sept. 2, 1983
Boise Pavilion - Boise State University

One of the coolest versions ever. It really makes you wish they'd pushed themselves a little harder on more Space jams.
Playin' In The Band
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

A very thoughtful journey with some subtle yet satisfying peaks. Certainly one of the better contemplative versions.
Big River
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

In '73 and '74, they could do no wrong on this song. That said, this version stands out as particularly inspired while still remaining sharp.
Jack Straw
May 14, 1974
Adams Field House, U of Montana

Majestic until it turns ferocious. Only the Dead can do it like this.
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