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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

Greatest Story Ever Told
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

The transition in is a lil bumpy, but the boys ultimately stick the landing. Jerry's soloing here is understated but fierce. Loose, psychedelic grooves make this one extra special. I dare you to sit still with this one on.
Bertha
Nov. 11, 1973
Winterland Arena

Always good to hear Keith cut loose a lil bit while Jerry rips a tasty solo.
Truckin'
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

Maybe not as huge as some of the other versions from the single-drummer era, but very groovy and well-jammed. Worth a listen for sure.
Weather Report Suite
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

Part one is a bit sweeter here than usual.
Brokedown Palace
Nov. 10, 1973
Winterland Arena

I think the setlist placement is the only thing blocking this one from legendary status. It just doesn't make sense as a random ballad in the first set.
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