Cryptic crossword clue
Gas about formerly getting openings for Rolling Thunder gigs 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word CONCERTS

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The straight part
We know that "gigs" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case gigs = concerts.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CONCERTS mean?

CONCERTS verb
  1. To plan together; to settle or adjust by conference, agreement, or consultation.
  2. To plan; to devise; to arrange.
  3. To act in harmony or conjunction; to form combined plans.

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