This week the Deadpod travels to January of 1980 for an unusual benefit show that the Dead appeared at for Cambodian refugees in Oakland, along with Jefferson Starship, the Beach Boys and Carlos Santana and John Cippolina.
This is a tight and well played set throughout. The opening 'Jack Straw' into 'Franklin's Tower' is crisp and edgy. 'Minglewood' is a standout as well. I really enjoy all of these, but the 'Playin' is probably the highlight, although the Santana solo in 'Not Fade Away' is a treat as well; its interesting to hear these three great guitarists playing together..
Grateful Dead
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Arena
Oakland, CA 1/13/1980 - Sunday
One
Jack Straw [5:42] >
Franklin's Tower [11:44]
New Minglewood Blues [6:56]
Tennessee Jed [8:21] >
Looks Like Rain [7:12] >
Don't Ease Me In [7:16]
Playing In The Band [10:41] >
Drums [7:15] >
Not Fade Away (1) [14:27] >
Sugar Magnolia (1) [7:30]
Encore
U.S. Blues [#4:18]
Comments Cambodian Refugee Benefit.
(1) with Carlos Santana and John Cippolina.
You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:
http://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod092024.mp3
It is with some sadness that I have to announce that this will be the last Deadpod for some time... I'm scheduled for open heart surgery next week and I'm not sure when I'll be able to be back here sharing these great songs with you. Don't give up on me as I don't plan to give up.. I'll be back as soon as I am able but in the meantime I'd encourage you to listen to some of the old Deadpods - the entire run is still available..
Keep your light on and thanks my friends for all of your support and for listening..
23 comments:
Dear Professor-I have been listening to your podcast The Deadpod for some time and appreciate what you do to bring us this music. I listened to your new podcast for 9/20 and learned of your planned surgery and am sending this message with support and best wishes for a full and speedy recovery. My brother had open heart surgery in the summer of 2021 and he is back and better than ever and I hope you have a similar outcome!! Godspeed.
good luck, get well soon, please come back when you are able. the universe awaits....
Thinking of you....
Faithful follower for many years.
Be Well..........................................
You have brought much happiness and joy to me through the years. Thank youand may the gods favor you with smiles and healing.
Hugs Professor - and thanks so much for a set w Franklin’s Tower.
Plus the 2 sitting in.
Thank you for all you have shared. Heal fast, and heal well. There is more for you to do and share in the future. We are looking forward to hearing more from you and "the boys."
John, Good luck on the surgery. We will be holding your good health in our thoughts as you make this journey. You have been a part of my life weekly for many years and I hope that continues again in the near future. Feel free to post something (or record a short podcast before you go in) with a go fund me link for health care bills if they are out of control. I’m sure the community would like to have a way to support you. —Al
Hi John, echoing what others have said, we’ll be thinking of you and sending lots of positive energy your way. You’ve been a part of my weekly routine for years now. I especially appreciate the context and small details you provide for each show (whether it’s something specific to listen for in the set, or the first time a particular song is being played, or even simply which night of the week it was). Thanks you. Wishing you a comfortable recovery.
Praying for your speedy recovery. Thank you for the joy you bring!
Wishing you all the best for a speedy recovery so that you will be siting on top of the world at the completion of your recovery.
May the four winds blow you safely home! Here’s to a speedy recovery.
Sending good healing vibes to you for a quick recovery!! Thank you for all your great music!!
Missed you this morning! Hope you are doing well!! :-)
Sending you good vibes for a speedy recovery, Professor!
I have enjoyed many a deadpod over the years. Your voice has been a welcome reprieve at the end of so many work weeks. Thanks for sharing your love of the Dead....All the best for a speedy recovery!
To the Professor, best wishes for your surgery and recovery. I am a frequent listener and want you to know how much I enjoy the podcast. From the curation, but also your warm commentary to start each set. Hope you get well soon
Can’t tell you how much enjoyment I have gotten from the music you shared! Heal up & sending positive vibes your way. -BS
Professor -- good luck! Feel better and come back soon!
Hope you fully recover. thank you fro all the great shows.
Never miss a deadpod and love going back through the archives, especially the holliday acoustic sets! Hope your back on the air soon! From Victoria BC
Professor, thank you so much for bring us all the wonderful music over the years. You and the dead pod are a huge part of me and my families lives, and the joy you deliver is beyond words. Word to g-d, stay strong.
I join the folks above, Professor, in sending thanks and good vibes for your recovery. Your loving and appreciative fan base looks forward to your safe return
Best wishes for a speedy recovery from Sunderland, UK.
Thanks for all the great tunes. Get well soon professor.
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