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El Paso
Dec. 7, 1971
Felt Forum, Madison Square Garden

Lyrically precise, energetic playing, and everyone sounds like they're enjoying themselves. What more could you ask for on this one?
3
Playin' In The Band
Oct. 26, 1971
The Palestra, U. of Rochester

The shorter versions need love to, and this one hits all the sweet spots.
2
Drums
Sept. 25, 1991
Boston Garden

Fun and thunderous, this version has some great grooves.
11
Queen Jane Approximately
Sept. 16, 1990
Madison Square Garden

Clean and confident reading with lots of personality from Phil and Vince.

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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