Why (Live Chicago 1974, Oct)

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Originally Posted by aleuzzi

Wow, thanks! Her voice is pitch-perfect but huskier thank usual in this performance. I have always preferred the 1974 versions of Why to the BN-era ones. With Welch, she was simulating the arrangement from the album, and he provided really effective lead guitar. The BN-era versions have nice harmonies but the country-tinged arrangement, while pretty, is less distinctive than the original song.

I don't like the BN versions either. The Welch live era songs have more depth and layers. I did like Bob's harmony on this.