First things first. This AUD is wonderful, almost perfect. It delivers near crystal clear sound from each instrument. Even with the crowd noise, you can still isolate and listen to the instruments individually...which is pretty unique, even amongst most really good AUDs.

This show smokes. There is inspired playing to be found all throughout the night. I can only surmise the lack of fame attributed to the show, especially Sugaree, Bertha, NFA(despite sloppy slide bob near the end)> GDTRFB, is because there was just the one AUD until 2009 and it is still just the 2 AUDs.

Absolutely incredible Sugaree opener. Just stunningly good. Totally different in approach, tempo etc… from the big time spring 77 versions. 5/28/77 has always been my undoubted Sugaree champion. It still is, but neither it, nor any other version I am aware of has a 2nd jam like this one. Jerry is just, you know. The fact that he gives you a taste of what;s to come during the 1st jam really pushes this Sugaree into elite company.

Also, right from the start Keith is throwing down. His playing is noteworthy throughout the show. Much more than creating foundation in the background. He is right out in front with aggressive and tasteful stuff and he brings a number of liftoffs beyond the stratosphere.

A really good El Paso keeps the energy pulsing going.

Candyman very strong Candyman. Nothing epic, just very good.

It’s all over now: a particularly fun version with a step up from Jerry during his solo. Keith’s playing continues to shine super bright.

Loser: solid, standard

Passenger: quicker tempo than normal, good strong aggressive playing but ultimately Average quality.

Stagger Lee: this version moves along in solid but standard way through the first verses in chorus and at the beginning of Jerry’s solo and then right at the three minute mark they connect on 20 seconds or so of just perfect synchronization. A unique moment that I don’t recall hearing is any other stagger Lee. And from that point on Jerry really digs in takes this version up a notch.

Miracle: Bombastic closer here. It gets going nicely from the start but about 1/2 way through just explodes. Not to be missed/

Bertha: this is a monster version of Bertha. When the Grateful Dead Projects did the Best of Bertha, this was the 1st version I fluffed. Still a little salty it didn't make the final list.

Good lovin: the energy during Bertha flows right on through this version of good Lovin. For a song that, post Pigpen, is a standard cover, lots of fun but straightforward versions.. standout versions like this are few and far between.

Excellent Ship of fools. Then a well above average estimated Prophet width an up-tempo, for estimated, jam.

The eyes stands out on this night for being fairly pedestrian. The show is loaded with huge energy and inspired playing but the eyes is very average.

Short but nice wharf rat then...

A NFA overflowing with energy into a just weaponized GDTRFB. Killer version

Not the best JB Goode, but at that point, I doubt anyone even noticed.

Love the "openess" sound to these mics... GREAT SHOW HELPS TOO! My guess is this sounds about as spot on as if you were there in person. I am an audience aficionado and its all about the feel, not just about clarity...Feels like your there...not a stranger..

I went to the Styx show this tour and not the Dead. In my mind rocked, and I don't know if I would have gotten it at age 14. (Note- On this night, 11/14/78, Styx played at the venerable Hampton Coliseum.)

Okay recording for an excellent show. I had goosebumps from wharf rat to gdtrfb. Manic crowd and band on this night. Crank this one up full blast.

This was my 1st GD show..We had gone down to Montgomery Wards where the local ticketron was located, We went there to get Styx tickets and were told they were sold out. The ticketron lady said she had a four Grateful Dead tickets left..My brother and I looked at each other shrugged our shoulders and said ok. They cost 9.50 each, we bought the last four, took two of our friends to the show. All we could say was WOW!! We quickly ditched Styx and most of our other rocknroll heros at the time and never looked back...the rest is history.. This show was crackling with energy from start to finish. Sugaree opener was great!! Bertha is still one of the hottest versions to date. It was cool to get a chance to see Donna and Keith with the band. Donnas vocals were awesome this night she really gets off during not fade away.Going down the road is smokin as well. Thanks Internet Archive and oh yeah.. thanks ticketron lady!!

I was at the show and it was one of the best I ever saw by the Dead/JGB & I saw over a dozen. I remember it for absolutely frenetic energy. Thank you for the upload, it has really brought this back for me. While I am still new at this - I do think that the quality of the recording is excellent - Mark