I always feel odd listening to or looking at any art that isn't released until after the artist is gone. It feels exploitative, even when it is intended to be respectful. I tend to ponder whether the artist was ready to put this stuff out there yet -- but, in this case, since we are talking about a past live performance, it doesn't bother me as much. Presumably, Hedberg was happy with the material at the time he took it on stage, right?
Besides: I can't pretend that I'm not happy at the prospect of adding more Hedberg material to my collection. I adored his relaxed style, puppy-dog looks and innocent musings. I never grew tired of his approach and we lost him way too young. I miss him.
Here's the first bit I ever remember seeing him perform live -- simple enough, but I never forget it and still quote it regularly today -- typical of his sweet style:
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I can't wait for this album. What a beautiful soul, O only heard of him the day he died.
That's a shame, hypernation.
I saw what you wrote about him -- I like that you quoted some of his classics lines.
"I'm against picketing, but I don't know how to show it." That was one of my favorites -- I'd almost forgotten about it!
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