I’ve been revisiting this video for years. It’s insane. It’s better than the album version by a mile. Nels’ solo is maybe the most satisfying conclusion a song has ever had.
In my opinion, one of the most beautiful Wilco songs ever. The dynamics of this song just blow me away, and the quiet in the middle followed by the crescendo after make my heart soar.
The intricacies of this piece are awesome; the harmonies from all of that fingerpicking is euphoric. The lyrics are pretty amazing too, like the surrealistic utterances of James Tate's and Charles Simic's tongues fused into one.
In this Burn to Shine DVD series, they gather artists to play in a house that is going to be torn down before it is. They all play a song, one take, and some shots are interspersed with the house being torn down. You were certainly correct about Tortoise, they are the last video on this DVD.
How Jeff Tweedy creates this arrangement is insane. Nels Cline is flawless honestly one of the best. And how awesome would it be to be walking down the street and look in a window and see Nels rockin' it out? hahahaha
Thanks for replying to me. I'm sorry I took so long to respond. I actually did some research after I had posted the question and found out all about. Thanks again though for taking the time to explain.
I love "A Ghost Is Born". It has some of my most favorite Wilco songs ever,among them "Muzzle of Bees".But as much as I love that album and it's finished product,I think that Nels bought a whole new vibrant and dynamic element to Wico when you here them live now (versus before he was in the band).I had the privilage of seeing them live on their opening date for their spring tour in Miami in 2010. If you're a Wilco fan and have never seen them live,you owe to yourself to do so.They're AMAZING.
I took your suggestion on "hell is chrome" . The last few days I've sort of re-discovered Wilco & Son Volt and some Uncle Tupelo. I really enjoyed that period of my life, so much shit on youtube, etc.. that takes you 'back in the day'. You've prob already listened/seen it, but the guitar work on Sounstage version of "Handshake drugs" is pretty fuckin' cool as well, Love, peace & hair grease...
I'm curious where this location is in Chicago. I've seen videos of several other bands playing in this same room. Tortoise for example. Wilco is amazing....I think these guys are so underrated. This is one of my favorites of theirs. Thanks for posting.
Jeff's solos are more mysterious and have much more depth and exploration. Nels' solos have alot of feeling and energy. Both are different and great, but you're right. I prefer Jeff's solos (:
I’ve been revisiting this video for years. It’s insane. It’s better than the album version by a mile. Nels’ solo is maybe the most satisfying conclusion a song has ever had.
Wilco serve as a reminder of what music should be, beautiful, memorable and expressive.
In my opinion, one of the most beautiful Wilco songs ever. The dynamics of this song just blow me away, and the quiet in the middle followed by the crescendo after make my heart soar.
I feel the exact same way as you about this song
My favourite Wilco song. It's lyrics are extremely beautiful and the final solo is sublime. Thanks for the music.
The intricacies of this piece are awesome; the harmonies from all of that fingerpicking is euphoric. The lyrics are pretty amazing too, like the surrealistic utterances of James Tate's and Charles Simic's tongues fused into one.
I second that! I'm generally not so keen on guitar solos either, but with Wilco, they usually serve the songs. And Nels is fucking fantastic.
best guitar solo ever!!!!!!!!!!!
During their live show I found that both Nels and the drummer got to showcase their talent quite a bit... the entire band was insanely impressive.
In this Burn to Shine DVD series, they gather artists to play in a house that is going to be torn down before it is. They all play a song, one take, and some shots are interspersed with the house being torn down. You were certainly correct about Tortoise, they are the last video on this DVD.
Wow this song just blows me away. I thought i was on the fence on my fav wilco song, but nope, this is by far my favorite.
How Jeff Tweedy creates this arrangement is insane. Nels Cline is flawless honestly one of the best. And how awesome would it be to be walking down the street and look in a window and see Nels rockin' it out? hahahaha
Saw Wilco last night, still reeling. They blew everyone's fuckin mind. Amazing.
Just a great video.. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for replying to me. I'm sorry I took so long to respond. I actually did some research after I had posted the question and found out all about. Thanks again though for taking the time to explain.
one of the most beautiful songs....ever
I love "A Ghost Is Born". It has some of my most favorite Wilco songs ever,among them "Muzzle of Bees".But as much as I love that album and it's finished product,I think that Nels bought a whole new vibrant and dynamic element to Wico when you here them live now (versus before he was in the band).I had the privilage of seeing them live on their opening date for their spring tour in Miami in 2010. If you're a Wilco fan and have never seen them live,you owe to yourself to do so.They're AMAZING.
you guys are perfect
I love how the band is all set up in someone's living room, instead of a stage. You can even see the lawn and street hrough the windows. Super cool.
That last guitar scale down by Nelson at the end of the song: Awesome!!!!!
nels is amazing the moment i heard he was joining wilco full-time i was ecstatic. check out his solo stuff.
haha yup, Nels Cline is one of the best things to happen to guitar playing, ever. one of the most understated too.
I just really, really love this...
Sublime solos
Dammit still waiting for the next two Burn To Shines!!!!
This song is so amazing.
this is sooooo good
This song gives me eargasms.
Love it.
the burn to shine series features bands playing in houses that are going to be torn down shortly after!
He sings just like you!!
Music doeesn't get much better than this.
this song ....OOZES melody. fucking exquisite.
that room is sweet
Amazing!
Gorgeous!
wow NELS is unbelievable, great song
Yes.
I took your suggestion on "hell is chrome" . The last few days I've sort of re-discovered Wilco & Son Volt and some Uncle Tupelo. I really enjoyed that period of my life, so much shit on youtube, etc.. that takes you 'back in the day'. You've prob already listened/seen it, but the guitar work on Sounstage version of "Handshake drugs" is pretty fuckin' cool as well, Love, peace & hair grease...
there so damn many of them crammed in that nook
there's like $20,000 worth of vintage mics in that room.
I'm curious where this location is in Chicago. I've seen videos of several other bands playing in this same room. Tortoise for example.
Wilco is amazing....I think these guys are so underrated. This is one of my favorites of theirs. Thanks for posting.
just to reiterate, WOW.
Fuck yeah!! that's all i can say. Nels is the man.
la melodia que encierra burbujas en el cielo
Now that's a guitar solo.
i'm about 99% positive that if jeff didnt think it did the song justice he'd let nels know.
that solo is so good! Nels is crazy but in a good way
@NorthWriter , couldnt agree more pal.
Jeff's solos are more mysterious and have much more depth and exploration. Nels' solos have alot of feeling and energy. Both are different and great, but you're right. I prefer Jeff's solos (:
I like him with or without the beard!
Nels is a goddamn guitar god
Jealousy's a bitch, isn't it?
Nels is amazing, both technically and stylistically.
@tonebenderx Every band should go back to their roots at some point and play in a basement, garage, living room, whatever :D
How lucky are Wilco to have ended up with Nels Cline in their band? As if they weren't a brilliant enough band before they recruited him.
I have to know where to get this recording, anyone?
Does Nels Cline rip or what?
its wilco. "may happen to be good"?
come on now, be realistic. its ALL amazing.
I WANT NELS" hands