AUD (FOB, unknown mics)> MC> DAT> CDR> EAC> SHN; like a reseed of SHN ID 4954, except it is the complete audience; reEAC> SHN from the original source audio CDs; CD Mastering, EAC> SHN> seeding to abgd by Skankweed

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Reviewer: Thumbblue - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - April 7, 2017

Subject: Great show Don't overlook this one...nothing left to say - April 7, 2017Great show

Reviewer: toom613 - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - December 29, 2016

Subject: Sugaree!!! Whoop! My favorite Sugaree I have heard yet. Quickly becoming a top five show of the 80's for me...... - December 29, 2016Sugaree!!!

Reviewer: zzzboxofrainzzz - favorite favorite favorite favorite - March 16, 2016

Subject: nice A reminder that interesting set lists continued to pop up after Brent came on board. Loved the pre-84 Iko's! Check out 8/10/82 or 4/11/78--two of the best I managed to see - March 16, 2016nice

Reviewer: jjg4762 - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - June 23, 2015

Subject: still 5 starts I think what makes this show so great is Aiko was still a novelty when we got an Aiko back then we talked about for days. I wish I were on tour 2 years earlier. If this was one of my tour day shows I might give it 100 stars so I give it 99 now.

Love it when they extend the jams like this one. Also anther time Jerry sings bob's vrs is the Tempe show from June of 1980.

man they are on this show here. Upstate brought the jam out on the band for sure. This show should get nothing less then 5 stars from everyone. - June 23, 2015still 5 starts

Reviewer: chris phillips - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - February 12, 2015

Subject: Dead environs best show with Mydland, Jerry laid it down - February 12, 2015Dead environs

Reviewer: karmicg - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - May 15, 2014

Subject: I Was There And I know!



And I was at Cornell 77 and the dozens of other amazing NE shows from the late 70s through early 80s, and this is up there with the very best. When the band peaked in the 2nd song of the night with Sugaree, we knew this was going to be a special night, and then when they broke out with China Cat in the MIDDLE of the 1st set, we knew, and what a China Cat it was, and then Jerry steps up and sings Bobby's verse in IKYR. Amazing. But how many times have you been at a show when it seems like this will be the ONE but it never materializes? This night, they really delivered. We just knew they would do something big in the second set, and when Jerry broke into the Dew, we knew it was happening and it was going to be a monster. And it's probably the best one I ever witnessed. I remember they started on time (!) at 8pm and walked off around 12:30. One of the only shows when it really seemed like they did not want to leave the stage, no short cuts tonight! The Iko People hung out in the back of the arena for what seemed like an hour after the show. When I now reflect on the hundred plus shows I was lucky enough to attend, this one is right at the top. And as the other posters said, don't waste your time on a soundboard recording of this show, the audience recording captures the moment pretty damn well! - May 15, 2014I Was There

Reviewer: The TRUE Bucky - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - November 23, 2013

Subject: THE Show Were you there?



Then you know. - November 23, 2013THE Show

Reviewer: robinrunaround - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - October 18, 2013

Subject: china begonias Wonderful moment about 5:37 into china cat, when Jerry throws in the riff from scarlet begonias, (the one that reprises to end fire on the mountain.) He just teases it hard a couple times then moves right back with the boys into Rider. Never heard that one before. Fantastic c.c . sunflower from a phenomenal show. - October 18, 2013china begonias

Reviewer: lilrichwhiteboy - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - May 15, 2013

Subject: Deadbase Ranking For Year 1980: No.9 - "Blasphamy" Being in Cleveland at the time, but having missed the show, I received a horribly muddy AUD shortly after The Boyz blew threw. For anything live in those early days, you took what you could get from the friends of your friends - and liked it! So I appreciatively gave thanks for the addition to my minute collection and jealously guarded my two new Maxell IIs. In spite of the airy mud and distortion, I listened - spellbound - to the shadow of what I KNEW to be one of the most amazing nights of music The Boyz had ever pulled off. You could feel and sense the power, and you could hear the crowd goin' absolutely apeshit.



As the years passed, I refused to give up looking for a better copy (though it seemed to be the rarest of shows to upgrade.) Living in the general area, I couldn't imagine this show being sooo elusive? Hey, it was only an '80 show. It wan't like, 1966? In the late '90s, I began hearing of a better copy floating around but, never hooked up successfully. So, for twenty-four years, all I could do was wonder how happy I would become when I got an "A" FOB of this show, IF it existed.



When the DP extra of the 9.2.80 Iko > Dew SBD came out, I was thrilled. "Wow. I've GOT to get a hold of it immediately." But when I heard it, I swear to god, I thought it was another show. It was totally sterile and lifeless. I was absolutely furious for months. What did you guys do with MY show?!?! But a few years ago, my Druid FOB prayers were answered. And now everyone can get it!



So, gee, one more five star show you say? Well ladies and gentlemen, I'm hear to tells ya... IT AIN'T JUST ANOTHER FIVE STAR SHOW. In my entire collection, it's in the top 5...and rising. The quality of this FOB is not pristine. I agree with The Archive that it's just in front of the board, which gives it a little air. And with a few bumps and bruises, I'll give it a B++ to A- quality, which isn't too bad for any AUD. But but but, the energy is waaayyyyyy off the scale! This night is all about - "the ambience of energy created between the band and the faithful." As horrible as my copy was, this is the show that brought me to believe there wasn't any other way to listen to a Dead show other than an AUD. Not until Dick's 5.22.77 came around twenty years later, did I soften my opinion on Soundboards.



The show starts out hard and fast with a blemished Minglewood and just RIPS YOUR GUTS OUT with Sugaree > El Paso. I'm putting my ass on the line by saying this Sugaree is just behind my favorite 5.22.77. So as not to make this War & Peace, I'll cut to the other highlight...IKO > DEW. I quote the legendary taper Jeff Silberman in the '75-'85 Compendium: "One of the greatest Morning Dews of all time. I am not unmindful that this is a bold statement. But I stand by it." Deadbase has this DEW listed as 5th best. It is certainly one of THIS reviewer's top favorites, if not THE favorite. I am also certain that the transition from IKO will become legendary with all Heads, once this audience version becomes widespread. Out of my 300+ concerts, I can count on one hand any other show that equals this night. I hereby bear witness that the band did not merely make music, they actually performed magic!" Mr. Silberman is absolutely right. Jeff also adds: "Though 9.2.80 is superior to all, it's poor showing for the year is due to the fact that there were very few recordings made; hense it's rarity and obscurity. Deadbase's yearly ranking of tenth-best (actually 9th) is blasphemy! And I shall not rest until it is accorded its rightful recognition." Amen brother. - May 15, 2013Deadbase Ranking For Year 1980: No.9 - "Blasphamy"

Reviewer: Folkhippy - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - May 13, 2013

Subject: Play this all the way through My listening habits on the Archive usually involve me scanning through a variety of shows from all over the GD timeline. I might listen to a few songs from an Omni show in '94, then check out a second set from Fall '72. Most of the time, a specific song from a certain era will pop into my head, and I will go search for a version of it.



Every once in awhile, however, I get pulled into listing to a show from beginning to end; the tightness of the performance ensures that there is no possibility for me to jump to another show before listening to it in full. This Rochester show is one of them. Each song is nearly flawless and a great representation from the year. The Community War Memorial Auditorium is one of those 'classic' Dead venues that attracted a cool scene and fantastic playing from the boys.



This AUD tape is quite rewarding as well. It is the best source for this date by far, and once your AUD ears get dialed in, you'll find that it sounds quite pleasant. I really have to recommend the second set, but the first one is solid as well. Jerry has Tiger fully dialed in, and Brent's dynoed-Rhodes piano tone is at its best. I love how his keys sound like a vibraphone. Enjoy the ride. - May 13, 2013Play this all the way through

Reviewer: Faust_er - favorite favorite favorite favorite - June 27, 2012

Subject: Great '80



I know Brent's toy piano sound offends many people's sensibilities, but I quite enjoy his tinkling solos in FOTD around this time period. Have always especially loved the version on Dead Set. His solo here is quite nice as well.



All in all, very solid stuff. It's a shame that This AUD does seem to be the best sounding copy of this show on Archive.I know Brent's toy piano sound offends many people's sensibilities, but I quite enjoy his tinkling solos in FOTD around this time period. Have always especially loved the version on Dead Set. His solo here is quite nice as well.All in all, very solid stuff. It's a shame that Dead.net couldn't release this show or a couple of shows from fall '80 in place of the May shows released as a Road Trips--those shows are, to me, rougher around the edges. Presumably this is in the vault, if there are so many versions here. Oh well, cheers to having lots of live Dead to listen to. - June 27, 2012Great '80

Reviewer: Wally Gator - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - March 27, 2012

Subject: Rokchesta Rochester was always a good show. There have never been any duds from the Rock! - March 27, 2012Rokchesta

Reviewer: Paul0909 - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - October 29, 2011

Subject: My first, ya never forget friend call me a day before our Sr yr of HS and

asks if I wanna go to Rochester and see the Dead?. We great Lady friend did the trip. Drove up, knew this was no ordinary rock concert. Loved the carnival outside and the groove inside. A tight show and Jerry was truly engaged. A super show. Feel fortunate.

To Scot M. for the invite, the best! - October 29, 2011My first, ya never forget

Reviewer: rollawaythedew! - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - January 5, 2011

Subject: nice ... a start to finish scorcher.... I got to go to this one and remember it fondly.... Lots of fun listening in 31 years later. I started the sbd stream first this a.m . but soon looked for a sweeter sounding copy... found this audience copy and loved listening all the way through... great energy.. Probably the best Sugaree I heard played at a gig I got to go to. I think it's up there with the 5/18/77 version from the Fox Theater in Atlanta (my all time favorite version and one of my all time favorite shows) Peace - January 5, 2011nice

Reviewer: Sir-Mix-Alot - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - November 30, 2010

Subject: Sweet FOB recording Great FOB recording of a dynamite, high-energy show. This FOB beats the soundboard, hands down. Killer Sugaree, as everyone has already said. All over excellent FOB to listen to. - November 30, 2010Sweet FOB recording

Reviewer: utopian - favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 1, 2009

Subject: nice fob higher quality than the sbd version



been checking back again and again for this one. I had an subpar sounding aud>mc>dat that left me wanting.



the dew is great but check out

9-4-80

9-6-80 fob for the show of the tour - July 1, 2009nice fob

Reviewer: darazn1 - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - August 9, 2008

Subject: Damn fine show! The drums start up, Phil drops into Music Never Stops, and the band rides the groove into Minglewood. The stage is set, and they never let up.



Amazing. - August 9, 2008Damn fine show!

Reviewer: dilcurrie - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - August 8, 2008

Subject: el paso it is it's definately el paso. Damn good concert - August 8, 2008el paso it is

Reviewer: gonzoWFD - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 10, 2008

Subject: First Show This was my first long starnge trip and it will always be a the top of my favorites list. The night was electric and Jerry's guitar bounced off of the ceiling!! The song list is in error I believe however; the song listed as "El Paso" is actually Mexicali Blues. No doubt I was hooked from this show on for many years and shows to come. I named my first daughter Cassidy - "you were born to me - Cassidy" - July 10, 2008First Show

Reviewer: mid-maine - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - June 22, 2007

Subject: very dynamic this is a dynamic recording that packs a lot more punch than the charlie miller sbd circulating. maybe someone could attempt a matrix mix at some point and etree it? that would be the schiznaz.



i've read about this show for years, listened to the dick's picks stuff, but dang, to listen to this develop from the opening notes to the morning dew is an epic experience in doing dishes. never knew i could extend the task so long. - June 22, 2007very dynamic

Reviewer: BasicBlack - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - December 8, 2006

Subject: Whoa! Hey Now!! This show was an excellent suprise both in content and sound quality for an AUD. I downloaded it w/out looking at it first, I like to listen without knowing setlists, and upon closing my eyes I was transported from this freezing cold place straight to that warm familiar zone that I miss so. Killer Sugaree and Friend of the Devil, hell even El Paso was right on. Lost Sailor>Saint of Circumstance were both pleasingly ethereal. Althea fell a little flat but probably one of the best Estimated Prophets and Terrapin I've heard from a bootleg , and Iko is always welcome. The boys are hot on this one with excellent harmonization and superb jams. This makes it to the top 10 in my list for sure Every Head needs this show. - December 8, 2006Whoa! Hey Now!!

Reviewer: CastleIsland - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 2, 2006

Subject: Holy...@#$% I wrote a review of the SDB, and I have to say this AUD tape is much better. Absolutely KILLER Sugaree. I know Dupree's DN voted 3/25/85 the best, and I was at that show and loved it to no end, but this Sugaree is the tightest, most brutal of all I've heard.



I cannot go to sleep, I have to listen to it over and over...



The rest of the show is right up there, BTW. - July 2, 2006Holy...@#$%

Reviewer: MikesGroover - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - April 9, 2006

Subject: One of the best of the year. Excellent audience sound quality and multiple highlights here, beginning with a tremendous Sugaree.



Check out the Estimated for some fantastic Jerry soloing, which slides right into a Terrapin. Jerry's voice is still silky smooth, a pleasure to hear. Phil is also nicely up in the mix here, and the interplay between he and Jerry is wonderful. Interesting jams both into and out of Drumz. Mellow Aiko, but the DEW, well the DEW is just too damn perfect and powerful. Easily one of the best ever. Listen, download, love this one. - April 9, 2006One of the best of the year.

Reviewer: Solo Head - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - February 23, 2006

Subject: Sonic Masterpiece So after breaking my cherry at the Spectrum, Peter and I blew off the Cap Center show and headed back to Delhi for the meal plan and a bed.

Back in the Duster, gas card in hand, $20 to our nameÃÂover to 81 and west to Rochester.



Now ÃÂChester is barely visible in bright sunlight. Throw in the clouds, cold and rain and it gets down right depressing, but we keep on keeping on. Any way, we arrived early afternoon and went to check out the scene at the War Memorial. Its amazing, that irregardless of the weather, the scene outside a show, is like a biosphere ÃÂthe world outside going about itÃÂs day, peeking in on this alien community that has decided to homestead around a venerable hall, and totally clueless to the joke.



Peter and I need to kill a couple of hours, waiting for Mercurio and Spike the dinosaur to arrive from Long Island. So we head to a local pool hall. Nice enough place that served hot food and booze and shoot a couple of games. All of a sudden Peter is trying, nonchalantly, to get my attention as I chalk my cueÃÂ Low and behold, as Peter is slotting the quarters the coin box opensÃÂTuesday, Rainy, Rochester, Two boys from the Island and the place is manned by a lonely barkeepÃÂ After 3 games and stuffing as many quarters as we had pockets, we could barely walk out of the place without the floor boards creaking.



Back to the Memorial, $150 heavier...I smell a hotel, that doesnÃÂt mind coin, in our future.

Mercurio shows with Spike, whoÃÂs about 2ÃÂ high, pink in color, and never misses a show. We all meet up with Mickey the Sorcerer, as did practically everyone. Doors Opens, GA, 7000 Souls .



The entire show speaks for itself. The venue, the vibe, the song selection and the performance. I listened to the show yesterday, in the car and loud, and that Sugaree is flat out, transporting. The bridge to El Paso is provided by the crowd as Bobby is two lines into the song before we decided to pass Sugaree to the ages. The China/Rider/Lost/Saint/Ease was just a glimpse of what was to come.



Althea to open the 2nd set, with a C.C., Ship, Estimated, Terrapin, Playing. Are you kidding me? The drummers were practically into the Solo when Garcia sticks it to them for rushing, and Bobby, never one to miss an opportunity to jerk their chain, pulls out the Playing.



For those who were there, the closing numbers to this show will remain with us through eternity. Maybe our molecular makeup was altered that night. I donÃÂt know. I know that those opening notes to the Dew were the gateway to a place that very few have ventured.



As we made our way through a side door, a raging River had cut itself into what was once, a Main StreetÃÂ Far Out. - February 23, 2006Sonic Masterpiece

Reviewer: Mr. Charlie - Lambertville - favorite favorite favorite favorite - October 15, 2005

Subject: Smokin upstate Dead! This show rocks! Highly recommend it. First set China/Rider is always a good sign. Jerry is so impressed with it that he even repeats some of BobbyÃÂs ÃÂsun gonna shineÃÂ verse before his ÃÂwish I was a headlightÃÂ verse. This show smokes. The boys are really on and Phil, Bill and Mickey are laying down plenty of thunder juice! - October 15, 2005Smokin upstate Dead!

Reviewer: ikofun - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 25, 2005

Subject: been waiting I have been waiting to hear this one since we were able to danc ein front of the stage. Thanks since apparently there will be no soundboard of this one. - July 25, 2005been waiting

Reviewer: capn doubledose - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 20, 2005

Subject: Community War Memorial, Rochester, NY Easily one of the best shows of the early 80's - wait till you hear this dew...



For those that are interested.... Rochester girls in M'Wood... RIT U of R, U Buffalo, Hamilton, St Lawrence, Colgate, Syracuse, were all within driving distance and the crowd drove these shows - this is a nice find, great quality and a hot show from a wonderful (some say uninspired, not true) time. FOTD, All over now, fkn smoking china>rider - clap along with the crowd I did + listen to how rowdy and dose-fueled they are.



Second set opens with a great Althea, superb CC Rider, rocking Estimated>Terr>Playin you can just feel the lights changing from blue/green purple/yellow with the spotlight on Jer in the black T during the jam in this...Lastly there is a nice Bobby Brent thing tacked on the end. Bonecrunching Morning Dew.



Wonderful, long and high energy show with D5 / shotgun quality (was this out yet? sure sounds like it...) - July 20, 2005Community War Memorial, Rochester, NY

Reviewer: Street Pig - favorite favorite favorite favorite favorite - July 10, 2005

Subject: Another fine example Once again the Archive delivers! As mentioned previously, the analouge copy was low recording and somewhat hissy, but I still wore out the copy due to their performance.This Sugaree is great but 5.28.77 is way better. As with 4.9.83 & 5.1.81 my search for an upgrade is over,sounds great and for 80' this is a keeper for sure. HEY NOW! - July 10, 2005Another fine example