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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

The Other One
March 16, 1990
Capital Centre

It may be short, but unlike similar versions, it packs in a lot of energy. Short of going full brain-melt, the band gives you what you need in full before the transition to Stella.
China Cat Sunflower -> I Know You Rider
March 15, 1990
Capital Centre

As formulaic as China > Riders can be, I'm surprised to see such a well-played, free-wheeling version get so little love. Brent starts pushing this one into new territory from the first note, but by the time the transition jam is underway, everyone is chasing the muse right alongside him.
Cold Rain and Snow
July 13, 1989
RFK Stadium

Jerry and Brent really throw it back to the original studio version with the mini-jam on the bridge. Gorgeous.
Man Smart, Woman Smarter
July 12, 1989
RFK Stadium

As good as Bruce and Brent are, Jerry does not let himself be outdone. The lead guitar solo on here is an absolute scorcher.
All Along the Watchtower
July 10, 1989
Giants Stadium

The Nevilles add some special flavor to this version.
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