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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

They Love Each Other
April 25, 1977
Capitol Theater

This one's a little raunchy.
Tennessee Jed
Feb. 26, 1977
Swing Auditorium

Smokin hot! Anyone who complains about Jed being a snoozer will be eating their words after hearing this version.
Cumberland Blues
June 23, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

Jerry fucking SHREDS this one. Who cares if its a bumpy ride on the vocals?
Eyes Of The World
June 22, 1974
Jai-Alai Fronton

I don't get why this isn't a famous version. The main song portion is rendered beautifully, and the jam that follows is sublime. Phil's solo is far more melodic and graceful than usual, and the deep end of the jam is a very enjoyable space I can see myself returning to often. Hopefully the Dave's bonus disc rescues this one from obscurity.
Good Lovin'
Dec. 31, 1976
Cow Palace

I like this one WAY more than the versions that come out of Bertha. Some genuine improv on the jam in this one, very heady.
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