this was so fun to record. Thanks again to Book and Bar for opening their doors early, the band Isa, Ethan, Robin + Yasmin for joining us on Age of Apathy, and to Joe, Danny, and Darren for capturing the performance 💚
Aoife, my wife was killed in an accident 22 years ago tonight, when she was 35 years old, and our son was 6. She was a singer/guitarist and we would spend our evenings playing and singing to each other. You have the voice of an angel and sometimes while listening to you I get to that place where I can hear her in your lyrics, your vibe, everything. Thanks for being that conduit (even if you don't know that you are).
This is an unexpected gem; I loved discovering Aoife and her band. There are beautiful elements of early Joni Mitchell here (which is great) but Aoife is her own woman. Her accompanying musicians are excellent as well.
I'll tell anyone who will listen that Aoife has THE most beautiful voice in music today. Such a perfect combination of warmth, clarity, and range--and on top of that, massive songwriting talents.
Wow. Great set. And it's all too rare to hear a drummer who plays so musically, always listening, never overplaying, providing just the right coloration at exactly the right time. A singer-songwriter as talented as Aoife deserves an accompanist this good.
Loooooovely...literally in the first five seconds, the vocals and bass caught me. Very interesting changes, grooves, melodies, harmonies and songwriting. Aoife ( and band ) now on my mind...
One of my favorite artists and a hugely underrated singer-songwriter. Can't wait to see her return to play the UK after two postponements. [EDIT: please bring this cool band, Aoife!]
I think he is quite unique… love where he sits in the mix, given the thin guitar tones, which are also tasty. And the drums are pure punctuation for the lyric.. what a band Oh yeah… and that voice
Oh my gosh…I love her so much (appreciate her Soul coming through her music…her voice, her singing, her songwriting, compositions). She always plays with top musicians too. Tiny Desk, does it again. Always impeccable taste in music. 🎶💓🎶 I cannot wait to get back to playing myself. Thank you for the inspiration.
So brilliant - I recently discovered Aiofe and fell in love with her voice and music. She does have a Joni vibe - but she is her own unique singer songwriter. The band and the singer meld perfectly. Just so lovely.
Complexity, tunings and originality hint strongly of Joni's influence, but Aofies put her own mark on the songs she writes and arranges. They are different, better....and I really enjoyed Joni's works. The surrounding talent she's bringing on is the best I've listened to, to date - they just fit these current songs so well. Because of this clip I just bought her newest 2 CD set. Just really well done...
Really nice stuff. Original, creative, and personal. Like the arrangements, the harmonies, the soft and comfortable vocals. Especially like how your bass player does so much with the bottom end. Not often I can listen to a completely new artist...and enjoy every part of it. Someone mentioned a Joni Mitchell vibe (who wouldn't want to be compared to Joni!). Totally get that. Great job.
I discovered Aoife by coming across her performing a couple Joni songs, beautifully. I immediately bought Bullfrogs Croon and now, Age of Apathy. Love her lyrics, melodies, voice, and band.
Age Of Apathy, beauty rising up from a fevered dream, I will buy it tomorrow when the music store opens, hopefully he has it in stock, if not he will order it, I'm sure.
Aoife have you ever been to New Brunswick or Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island? Or maybe Newfoundland, Labrador? I'm cetain you would be well received by very enthusiastic people.
this was so fun to record. Thanks again to Book and Bar for opening their doors early, the band Isa, Ethan, Robin + Yasmin for joining us on Age of Apathy, and to Joe, Danny, and Darren for capturing the performance 💚
Beautiful music.
Omg it's her it's her
Your band was jammin that 2nd joint was rockin
These lyrics and melodies are the loveliest thing about morning algorithms that suggested this !
I think that you're one of the best live musicians that I've come across. I'm really excited to see you in Belfast next month!
Aoife, my wife was killed in an accident 22 years ago tonight, when she was 35 years old, and our son was 6. She was a singer/guitarist and we would spend our evenings playing and singing to each other. You have the voice of an angel and sometimes while listening to you I get to that place where I can hear her in your lyrics, your vibe, everything. Thanks for being that conduit (even if you don't know that you are).
So sorry for your loss!
❤💥🙏
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This is an unexpected gem; I loved discovering Aoife and her band. There are beautiful elements of early Joni Mitchell here (which is great) but Aoife is her own woman. Her accompanying musicians are excellent as well.
Completely agree about the hints of Joni Mitchell!
Loved her voice through Crooked Still and I'm With Her, continuing to love the solo work! Great to see her on Tiny Desk!
oh, i didnt know she was in that group. cool. I listened to them, but sometimes never learn individual band member names.
@@wordgifts I had the same experience, loved her in I'm with Her, and then discovered I had been listening to her for years in Crooked Still!
Amen to that -- Loved her in all her endeavors
I'll tell anyone who will listen that Aoife has THE most beautiful voice in music today. Such a perfect combination of warmth, clarity, and range--and on top of that, massive songwriting talents.
Wow, she’s up there with best of them. Very unique.
zzzzzzzz.........
Every bass player should light a candle for Jaco. This was a beautiful performance, recorded and mixed amazingly. Thank you.
Wow. Great set. And it's all too rare to hear a drummer who plays so musically, always listening, never overplaying, providing just the right coloration at exactly the right time. A singer-songwriter as talented as Aoife deserves an accompanist this good.
Anyone can bash a kit, but getting such groove with such a light touch... That's the mark of a great drummer.
Bass is another melodic element too. I love it
Loooooovely...literally in the first five seconds, the vocals and bass caught me. Very interesting changes, grooves, melodies, harmonies and songwriting. Aoife ( and band ) now on my mind...
Stunning. Amazing musicians.
Listening back two years later and still freaked out by how cool the approach of the bassist is
Agreed, the bass is really masterful!
One of my favorite artists and a hugely underrated singer-songwriter. Can't wait to see her return to play the UK after two postponements. [EDIT: please bring this cool band, Aoife!]
Been a fan since she collaborated with the Goat Rodeo Sessions! Incredible voice and music :)
0:00 - *B61* (4:19)
4:58 - *Elevators* (8:28)
8:55 - *Phoenix* (12:29)
12:56 - *Age of Apathy (feat. Yasmin Williams)*
[17:45 - Tiny Desk team]
zzzzzzzz.........
A round of applause for the super tasteful bass lines. Well played, sir. Well played indeed.
It's what you might call a 'confidential' style. Sublime.
Nice playing. A little heavy in the mix for me.
reminds me of jaco a little, no?
I think he is quite unique… love where he sits in the mix, given the thin guitar tones, which are also tasty. And the drums are pure punctuation for the lyric.. what a band
Oh yeah… and that voice
So beautiful! I can’t believe that it is live music!
I've been missing the "Joni Mitchell" of my youth and it's nice to hear someone with her style. It takes me back 💛
Also check out Madison Cunningham as well. She has a voice fairly similar to Joni but with amazing electric guitar work.
Yaaasss, Aoife!!! My elementary bff. So proud of you
Dear Mr J on Bass, very great work 🙏🏼
Her voice keeps getting better and better. Soft yet strong. Never cloying.
One of the top storytellers of our time. 👏 🙌
I am a new fan! Thank you Tiny Desk for introducing me to amazing musicians💖
Hello Elise, how are you doing?
voice of an angel!!!! love to see the aoife tiny desk trajectory, the solo show is well deserved but how did we miss crooked still in the process....
Had the pleasure of watching her open for Gregory Alan Isakov in Asheville last month. She has such a beautiful voice and she does it with ease!
Oh my gosh…I love her so much (appreciate her Soul coming through her music…her voice, her singing, her songwriting, compositions). She always plays with top musicians too. Tiny Desk, does it again. Always impeccable taste in music. 🎶💓🎶 I cannot wait to get back to playing myself. Thank you for the inspiration.
So brilliant - I recently discovered Aiofe and fell in love with her voice and music. She does have a Joni vibe - but she is her own unique singer songwriter. The band and the singer meld perfectly. Just so lovely.
Complexity, tunings and originality hint strongly of Joni's influence, but Aofies put her own mark on the songs she writes and arranges. They are different, better....and I really enjoyed Joni's works. The surrounding talent she's bringing on is the best I've listened to, to date - they just fit these current songs so well. Because of this clip I just bought her newest 2 CD set. Just really well done...
I just saw this lineup perform today at San Francisco's "Hardly Strictly Bluegrass" Festival. They were all terrific! 👍
Good Afternoon🔥from Korea🇰🇷
I just love Aoife O´Donovans and this bands music. This in new to me.
I love how Aoife works Joni's "My Old Man" into "Age of Apathy." Such a great performance.
OMG, collaborating with Jasmine! This is pure gold!💛
Nice surprise to see Ms. Williams playing along. Caught her awhile back on tiny desk. As always Ms. O'Donovan delivers with her beautiful voice.
This band was gooooodddd!!!!
B61 is just perfect.
I discovered her in the Goat Rodeo album, what a lovely performance! :D
This is stunning! Aoife O'Donovan please come to Australia sometime.
This reminds me of Live From Here. I miss that program.
Me too, me too!
My favorite music show. Hope they'll bring it back
Great sounding band. I can tell I'll be listening to this concert a lot this week!
Aoife is awesome. We went to the same high school (me: MUCH earlier; I'm old). But my music classes were incredible.
Amazing. I am forwarding you all to others. Great voice and wonderful bass lines.
Really nice stuff. Original, creative, and personal. Like the arrangements, the harmonies, the soft and comfortable vocals. Especially like how your bass player does so much with the bottom end. Not often I can listen to a completely new artist...and enjoy every part of it. Someone mentioned a Joni Mitchell vibe (who wouldn't want to be compared to Joni!). Totally get that. Great job.
I agree, also about Joni.
Sweet find! 💕 Awesome sound and story telling. Loving the Joni Mitchell vibe... reawakening the heart. Geesh. Thanks, y'all! Love, A New Fan
I discovered Aoife by coming across her performing a couple Joni songs, beautifully. I immediately bought Bullfrogs Croon and now, Age of Apathy. Love her lyrics, melodies, voice, and band.
Thanks Aoife and team for doing this! needed this book.
Loved her with Goat Rodeo
She's incredible!! Discovered her music this year and I haven't stopped listening to her latest record. Her voice is angelic 💗💗
Good morning from Washington D.C.. Beautiful melodies to wake up to.💯🎶💞
YES!!! Yasmin is so amazingly talented it shouldn't even be legal.
Lovely descriptor from NPR music. It's great when people really care about the music. Especially in this tough time for artists.
Just finding your music. I am absolutely hooked! You have an amazing voice and message!
This was great!! Some amazing key changes. Very Reminiscent of Shawn Colvin’s voice.
a delight. Thank you!
That was beautiful!You remind me of Joni Mitchell when she played with Jaco…Thanks so much for sharing your gifts with us🎸🎤🎼
there's a great video of her playing joni mitchell covers on live from here
This is beautiful music 🎶 🎵 ❤ 😍 💜 ♥.
As a former librarian it is nice to see they a playing in a library! Greetings from Sweden.
This is soo good, keep coming back, wow
This is like part two of Joni's hejira, love it
The bass forward mix here is amazing! Just wow. I love it.
I hear some Eva Cassidy in her. My first exposure to this young lady. I’ll be following!
Flavors of joni mitchell very sweet
love your music Aoife
Seriously beautiful work.
Oh man!! GO ISA!
Age Of Apathy, beauty rising up from a fevered dream, I will buy it tomorrow when the music store opens, hopefully he has it in stock, if not he will order it, I'm sure.
Her version of Love Song to a Stranger is awesome.
Very nice! Thanks for posting.
beauty and purity, in equal measure.
Very fine session, thank you so much for sharing it!
Cheers from NH
Has Joni Mitchell heard this? She'd be honoured that a lot modern female Singer-Songwriters still draw from her greatly.
Beautiful
Amazing!! Added to favourites immediately
Incredible. We're so excited to have you at Hillside this summer!
Oh, Meu Deus! Que perfeição.
beautiful voices and music !
Awesomeness 🎉🎉
Lovely music and a fantastic bassplayer!
yes,...but bass is much too loud!!!
Great to see the Geography Teacher joining in on drums at lunch break!
Wow! 🙂
Beautiful stuff!
Beautiful :)
Never heard of her before. Just clicked on this because she has an Irish name.
Amazing tunes. I have time on my hands and would help you roll a boulder any time. Any room for a 12 string in your backup band?
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Aoife have you ever been to New Brunswick or Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island? Or maybe Newfoundland, Labrador? I'm cetain you would be well received by very enthusiastic people.
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Mixer must be a bass player! Sounds great!!
Elevators is so Joni Mitchell'ish this is a dream
Reminiscent of Joni Mitchell groovy music
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Wow. So struck by the movement in the bass parts. Not like the record. I need to hear this music live...
Only too good, therefore too short...
Alright tiny desk. I need Jamie Foxx asap
What? Why lol
The slightly veiled admonishment about not "adhering to the core concept" was entirely unnecessary. I mean, C'mon. NPR. Really?
Nice music. She has very clearly been influenced by Joni Mitchell.
bass player
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Nice, but bass is much too loud ....
well, at least they're not promoting their tats. that's all I can say about this