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struments during a showcase of ballads and ballsy rockers. The concert opens with a vibrant version of the classic “Crazy On You” flowing into “Sister Wild Rose” - a song which would have been considered the latest at that time. The set-list featured a number of newer tracks prov- ing that the ladies still had the knack for lyrics. “Straight On”, “These Dreams”, “Magic Man” along with a blazing “Barracuda” were potent crowd pleasers as was the group’s take on Led Zeppelin’s “Battle Of Evermore” and “Black Dog.” Ann’s wide vocal range shined on “Alone” as Nancy accompanied her on an acoustic guitar. Their career spanning set concluded where it all began with a delightful “Dreamboat Annie.” Heart Alive In Seattle also included bonus interviews so it is a definitive ad- dition to the Heart cannon. To coincide with Peter Cetera’s recent induction into the Song- writers Hall of Fame and last year’s induction into the Rock The Next Generation of Rock Radio Listen online at 90.5thenight.org Listen online at 90.5thenight.org NJ STAGE 2017 - Vol. 4 No. 8 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 38