Rest in peace, Casey Benjamin. This was one of the performances that invigorated my love for modern jazz as a kid. I aim to honor your legacy and carry the tradition.
Mark Colenburg's push pull is mesmerizing. I've been practicing this technique occasionally over the last few years and haven't made much progress; it's an incredibly difficult technique and he utilizes it perfectly. His syncopation is beautiful, his speed and precision are unbelievable, he's simply a phenomenal drummer.
You prolly dont give a damn but does any of you know of a trick to get back into an Instagram account..? I somehow forgot my account password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Lee Wesley thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im in the hacking process now. Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
Rest in peace Casey Benjamin. This is one of the best live sets I've ever seen in my life. This set has stuck with me for the better part of a decade now.
People who have no clear understanding of the history of Black music find the Vocoder as a distraction. But, it's actually a gift from our musical past. The voice was always our most powerful instrument. From the "call and response" of the Black-sanctified church to the screams of James Brown. The Vocoder is just us pushing the voice to another level of beauty. Casey is damn near Jimi Hendrix, with that thing. Remember, people didn't get him at first, either. I get you, brother!
Definitely Roger was the father of it and, some would argue, the greatest would ever did it. But, my argument is, Casey is using it more as a distortion device (like JIMI) than Roger. Roger was very harmonic when he used it. Casey... not so much.
vocal is the centre of every musical culture, it is the thing most emulated and deeply inspiring... in bulgaria every instrument develops a playing style centred around emulating traditional bulgarian singing... it is how we know music, as an extension of the person communicating it to us, that is when the connection is most real ;)
I need a studio version of "I Can't Help It"-so tight guys! Every time I see you live, my love deepens for your grooves and vibes. The world needs saving-long live jazz and all of her flavors served up by the Xperiment!
Loving the Robert Glasper Experiment -- Culture expression of beauty coming from this music Keep our spirit moving my young brothers and sisters -- Live Strong and True
I love this. The timing, the groove, the way it's all fitting together is magical! The drummer is probably an unsung hero because what he's doing would seem to me to be super difficult.
I remember the first time hearing Casey. They opened up for Ledisi at the Tower Theater. I got fired the day before and to cheer me up, my ex copped tickets. We were late so the opening act was on. I walked into the most incredible music I've experienced in some time. I sat mesmerized. 2 songs into I asked who the f#$k is this? People snickered and replied Robert Glasper. Casey was inspired. He was the vehicle that pushed that extraordinary band. RIP my fellow artist and brother ❤
Wow, this totally needs more views and comments. If you ever have a chance to see these guys perform live, they are the most energetic and happy people. Really easy to get into the music and feel it.
I was there. It was freaking amazing! Glasper's face was mesmerizing. He was in a completely different world. Will be seeing him again in sf in two weeks.
They literally just blowed me away..ooh godness there's no way better words to describe the marvel that the Experiment makes.This is authentic music from a sacred place and it's music for the soul!
This is so true, the versions all have their elements, Michael's version is timeless This version with its electronic and jazzy touch brings Herbie Hancock in mind which shows how other great musicians inspire and influence upcoming greats like Mr Glasper. Grechen Parlato's version is angelic and Eperanza's version is exciting. Each version has its vibe Maysa's version is so smooth
Came back today to listen to this again... Wow! I get launched/ transformed around 22:26 That Brother with the processed hair really gets into it. Reminds me of Herbie
ibemanny99 When hip hop met jazz. G.U.R.U's ode to Blue Note-Jazzmatazz#1. Believe it or not, Kendrick Lamar's TPAB Is full of Coltrane inspiration. Glaspar, Martin and Thundercat all contributed to Lamar's masterpiece. My vote, so far, for 2015 album of the year.
8:16 sounded kind of like Bane from Dark Knight Rises. Hahahahahaha! These guys are amazing. Seeing them live is even better. Please come back to Atlanta. Long live good music!!!!!!!
Michael Matthews Although I like it, I don't hear a lot of the original in their version, aside from the vocals. If the lyrics were in a different language, I wouldn't have been able to guess.
+PercyLeMat in their defense he original is pretty much bar chords. Completely stripped down to bare essentials. In making it into a jazz piece liberties are taken while trying to keep the same soul. I personally felt it.
Rest in peace, Casey Benjamin. This was one of the performances that invigorated my love for modern jazz as a kid. I aim to honor your legacy and carry the tradition.
oh no!!! I love his solo at 16mins!! I was just about to ask who is it!! omg
RIP to Casey Benjamin. This performance changed my life.
Robert Glasper - keyboards
Derrick Hodge - bass
Mark Colenburg - drums
Casey Benjamin - sax/keytar
Adnan Oruc
@JayoJay What about Victor Wooten
This kind of information should be in all KEXP descriptions.
Mark Colenburg's push pull is mesmerizing. I've been practicing this technique occasionally over the last few years and haven't made much progress; it's an incredibly difficult technique and he utilizes it perfectly. His syncopation is beautiful, his speed and precision are unbelievable, he's simply a phenomenal drummer.
You prolly dont give a damn but does any of you know of a trick to get back into an Instagram account..?
I somehow forgot my account password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Valentino Franklin instablaster ;)
@Lee Wesley thanks for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im in the hacking process now.
Seems to take quite some time so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Lee Wesley it worked and I now got access to my account again. I am so happy:D
Thank you so much you saved my account!
@Valentino Franklin Glad I could help xD
Still an absolute classic!!! What a band!!
Rest in peace Casey Benjamin. This is one of the best live sets I've ever seen in my life. This set has stuck with me for the better part of a decade now.
can't concentrate at work because I'm melting into my chair
I feel you !
I think I’ve said it before, the best 30mins of music on UA-cam
Agreed.. By far!
True dat
That drummer is fenomenal. Those hi-hats!
Michiel Celis Those poly rhythms!
+Michiel Celis Indeed! Who is he???
+Chris Steurer Chris Dave I think
+Michiel Celis Mark Colenburg
indeed mark colenburg
People who have no clear understanding of the history of Black music find the Vocoder as a distraction. But, it's actually a gift from our musical past. The voice was always our most powerful instrument. From the "call and response" of the Black-sanctified church to the screams of James Brown. The Vocoder is just us pushing the voice to another level of beauty. Casey is damn near Jimi Hendrix, with that thing. Remember, people didn't get him at first, either. I get you, brother!
Herbie is the Jimi of vocoder
+kobebryanthashops Stevie is the Jimi of the vocoder tbh 😊
+emanx222 some would argue Roger Troutman
Definitely Roger was the father of it and, some would argue, the greatest would ever did it. But, my argument is, Casey is using it more as a distortion device (like JIMI) than Roger. Roger was very harmonic when he used it. Casey... not so much.
vocal is the centre of every musical culture, it is the thing most emulated and deeply inspiring... in bulgaria every instrument develops a playing style centred around emulating traditional bulgarian singing... it is how we know music, as an extension of the person communicating it to us, that is when the connection is most real ;)
This was definitely a session that needed no interview. The music said everything. Massive respect to all the musicians in the Experiment.
This is breathtaking. Derrick has the most incredible touch. Such finesse
The most amazing 30min of music of my life definitely..
I need a studio version of "I Can't Help It"-so tight guys! Every time I see you live, my love deepens for your grooves and vibes. The world needs saving-long live jazz and all of her flavors served up by the Xperiment!
Been a fan of Glasper Experiment for a while now... this is just sublime
Loving the Robert Glasper Experiment -- Culture expression of beauty coming from this music
Keep our spirit moving my young brothers and sisters -- Live Strong and True
I love this. The timing, the groove, the way it's all fitting together is magical! The drummer is probably an unsung hero because what he's doing would seem to me to be super difficult.
So true, only issue is Chris Daddy Dave is a super hero on the drums!!
0:01 I Can't Help It
7:50 All Matter
20:46 Smells Like Teen Spirit (starts with drum solo 🥁)
14:54 One of the most beautiful chords of the whole performance.
why is smells like teen spirit amazing EVERY TIME
Because aliens exist and these four gentlemen are channeling them.
The best Smells Like Teen Spirit rendition by Robert Glasper. Casey Benjamin was impeccable here. Timeless performance.
I remember the first time hearing Casey. They opened up for Ledisi at the Tower Theater. I got fired the day before and to cheer me up, my ex copped tickets. We were late so the opening act was on. I walked into the most incredible music I've experienced in some time. I sat mesmerized. 2 songs into I asked who the f#$k is this? People snickered and replied Robert Glasper. Casey was inspired. He was the vehicle that pushed that extraordinary band. RIP my fellow artist and brother ❤
that drummer is so good, i swear its gonna give me my first ever epileptic episode
This performance added much needed layers to me as an artist. Par excellence! 🫡❤️🔥🙏🏾🕊️
best 30mins of music on UA-cam
Loving the mellow instrumental journey.
Thank you, God. I had lost all faith in music until I heard RGE on WDCB radio while driving through the streets of Chicago.
Dude, that must've been such an experience!
Cheers from Brazil!
That transition from 18:40-19:30 is so great. Well done
Be quiet, don't dissect, just listen and feel
Phillip Gibbs Yeaaah maaaann
true
I've never heard a more expressive drummer, and such amazing groove
I wish their albums sounded more like their live stuff. I think all the extra synths and samples on the albums kind of gets in the way.
As much as I like Nujazz/Electronic music I wholeheartedly agree
I agree, even though I like the albums quite much, they just dont sound as free as this
even more reason to catch them live if possible
Derrick's bass tone is the best use of an octaver pedal I have seen. I have tried to replicate this tone for a year and have not gotten it yet.
Wow, this totally needs more views and comments. If you ever have a chance to see these guys perform live, they are the most energetic and happy people. Really easy to get into the music and feel it.
I was there. It was freaking amazing! Glasper's face was mesmerizing. He was in a completely different world. Will be seeing him again in sf in two weeks.
They literally just blowed me away..ooh godness there's no way better words to describe the marvel that the Experiment makes.This is authentic music from a sacred place and it's music for the soul!
I would pay an exorbitant amount of money to see this live
I'm a believer still. God bless Rob and the extraordinary experienced experiment.
Wow what great musicians. So much groove and expression. Thanks so much for sharing!
I need to see them LIVE ! 😍 would be the best 💘
That Rhodes sound on that keyboard is amazing
One of the greatest things to happen musically is this performance, don’t @ me
The keyboard playing moves me...love Glasper's style.
10:42 Robert and Derrick play ‘Line-up’ theme
Incredible. J Dee lives on.
At the beginning, I thought it was a little too weird for me, but by the end I was hooked.
Got cha lol
I'm diggin' this. Love the talk-box effect on his voice.
I stood up and cheered. Also, I bravo'd SO many parts. Incredible.
Very very beautiful ! Thank's !
This is so true, the versions all have their elements, Michael's version is timeless This version with its electronic and jazzy touch brings Herbie Hancock in mind which shows how other great musicians inspire and influence upcoming greats like Mr Glasper.
Grechen Parlato's version is angelic and Eperanza's version is exciting. Each version has its vibe Maysa's version is so smooth
Came back today to listen to this again... Wow! I get launched/ transformed around 22:26 That Brother with the processed hair really gets into it. Reminds me of Herbie
casey benjamin. best teeth in the fucking game
that is the plan
Shit dude, that sax solo in "All Matter" is off the chain!
20:54 He's killing that hi-hat!
Love this Guy, people say Jazz is random, It s the sound of the city.......
Another jewel from Rob Glasper and Co. Xperiment ;-)
Mark colenburg is so clean i love chris dave but mark is that dude!!!!! this whole unit is sick!!!!
by far best suited drummer for glasper
Seriously incredible and inspiring.
Glasper is the truth.
love love love me some Robert Glasper!
legendary performance
So nice, I,m listening from São Paulo/ Brasil
Tight remake...love the jazzy feel!
that lounge music vibe so lax good stuff need to learn makes me wanna pickup a keyboard
watch from 9:40 on slow motion 0.75, thank me later. Glasper Experiment true masters at work
At least I know u are alive. Love u Aunt Lillie much
phenomenal
Benjamin, Hodge, Glasper....they are all great musicians. Love the experiment...
colenburg. 🙌🏼
Drummer is mental! Amazing performance.
Man those drums...
ENORMOUS concert!! Yes I!!
When hip hop met jazz.
ibemanny99 hip hop was made from jazz
ibemanny99 When hip hop met jazz. G.U.R.U's ode to Blue Note-Jazzmatazz#1. Believe it or not, Kendrick Lamar's TPAB Is full of Coltrane inspiration. Glaspar, Martin and Thundercat all contributed to Lamar's masterpiece. My vote, so far, for 2015 album of the year.
Amazing.
Derrick Hodge can put Bob James' Nautilus bass line under Smells Like Teen Spirit. Oh yes he can
The drummer.
Yeah.
Mark Colemburg! He's a monster drummer! A huge influence on my own playing!
The jam they get into after 27:20 is actually making me cry
New Bop at it's advanced... Colly fitting that group and style even slicker than Daddy Dave
coullenberg so cold is ridiculous
Shout out to Glasper with the Jay Dee t-shirt!! Homage to the GOAT.
he used to know dilla. I talked to em, said they used to jam. Dilla played drums.
Those musicians are pure Dynamite
Ooozing with talent! Just discovered these guys. Wow!
you cant help but TURN IT RIGHT UP
Robert Glasper is a legend ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾
Wow...drummer is all of that and then some----nice
that hi-hat..inside my ear
Glasper y su Banda " Son lo máximo !!!!!
yessssssssssssssssss ! 9:00 is my jam ......I love me some glasper
This is just so good
YES I CAN'T HELP IT
Simply the best
RIP TO THE GOAT!!!!
the vocoder reminds me of sunlight by herbie hancock
Great reference. Agreed!
kwaku Mason and the backing vocals on Stars in Your Eyes
8:16 sounded kind of like Bane from Dark Knight Rises. Hahahahahaha!
These guys are amazing. Seeing them live is even better. Please come back to Atlanta. Long live good music!!!!!!!
That Motif is so damn clean.. Wow
So Peaceful.
We need another RGE album fr!!
Yep
So they just made a rock song jazzy hip hopish ... now that's pure talent . Love it
Michael Matthews Although I like it, I don't hear a lot of the original in their version, aside from the vocals. If the lyrics were in a different language, I wouldn't have been able to guess.
+PercyLeMat in their defense he original is pretty much bar chords. Completely stripped down to bare essentials. In making it into a jazz piece liberties are taken while trying to keep the same soul. I personally felt it.
Are you fucking kidding me these artists are what you call musicians that´s real live music going down bruh
Ace. kexp you are just friggin ace x
YES ! THAT BASS Bruh #BassNation
I am seeing RG tomorrow night in London last night I saw Cory Henry he was brilliant.
bring em back!!