Kiefer: Tiny Desk Concert
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- Опубліковано 12 тра 2024
- Bobby Carter | May 13, 2024
For Tiny Desk concerts without a lead vocalist, I usually try to detect musicians' nonverbal conversations with each other as they perform. For Kiefer’s set, there’s a bonus show within the show. He plays with a sense of joy that I haven’t seen in a while and when his eyes connect with a fellow player, it’s as if he’s thanking them each time. With decades clocked behind the piano and a strong catalog, Kiefer Shackelford is primed for the moment.
The Los Angeles pianist and producer’s early instrumental projects were heavily hip-hop-based, playing the keys over drum loops and samples. His 2021 project, When There’s Love Around, leaped into full-on jazz, but his latest, It’s Ok, B U, finds that sweet middle ground. Between albums, he’s made a name for himself in the independent scene and among the majors, booking work with Drake, Anderson .Paak and SiR. For his Tiny Desk, Kiefer brought two ensembles to highlight the best of his work. The Kiefer Trio, comprised of drummer Luke Titus and bassist Pera Krstajic, played a medley of “Why Not?” and “Cute.” For “Superhero” and “Socially Awkward,” Kiefer then invited Nate Smith, Carrtoons, Theo Croker and guitarist Charlie Hunter who, shockingly, is the only musician in this combo who hasn’t played at the Desk.
SET LIST
“Why Not?”
“Cute”
“Superhero”
“Socially Awkward”
MUSICIANS
Kiefer: Rhodes piano, synth
Luke Titus: drums
Pera Krstajic: bass
Nate Smith: drums
Carrtoons: bass
Charlie Hunter: guitar
Theo Croker: trumpet
TINY DESK TEAM
Producer: Bobby Carter
Director/Editor: Kara Frame
Audio Technical Director: Kwesi Lee
Host/Series Producer: Bobby Carter
Videographers: Kara Frame, Joshua Bryant, Maia Stern, Christina Shaman
Audio Engineer: Neil Tevault
Production Assistant: Elle Mannion
Photographer: Elizabeth Gillis
Tiny Desk Team: Ashley Pointer, Hazel Cills
Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed
Series Creators: Bob Boilen, Stephen Thompson
VP, Visuals and Music: Keith Jenkins
#kiefer #tinydesk #nprmusic
😮💨 Keifer is that hidden gem…those who know…KNOW!
100%
And now I know, thanks to Tiny Desk. 🙂
Headphones so badly recommended for this Tiny Desk. That keyboard panned hard R and L into my ears it's just magnificent
Popped this open on the iPad til I read this. AirPods in… YES!
Wasn’t even hearing that fabulous bass.
I nearly lost it when the Rhodes was panning left to right. Sitting here missing my Rhodes (in storage) this made me feel a bit better
underrated comment
That Rhodes 🥞🥞🥞🧈🧈🧈
This is the greatest day of my life
Fax ❤
sameee
Glad I could be here for your best day
fr
Brother I feel you
I can't get enough of this Tiny Desk.
Charlie Hunter 👑
Nate Smith 👑
Kiefer 👑
Carrtoons 👑
I'd never heard of Kiefer until now. I'm definitely a fan now. Great musicianship!
Bro done assembled the avengers
Finally Kiefer in Tiny Desk what a great day
Absolutely fantastic day 🥹💯👏🏾
I saw the Kiefer live band in a small club in Chicago and my mouth was on the floor the whole night
I really wish this was a live concert album. I would buy it in a heart beat.
Just love witnessing world-class musicians enter that flow state together. Almost like they communicate telepathically via their instruments.
Music is a language 🎉
Yes that how we do
Man ! Kiefer ,Charlie Hunter ,Nate Smith and Theo Croker on the same stage is such a treat !
Don't you dare forget about Carrtoons!!
@@troytolbert2005 I didn't know him so forgive me :) , but I'm sure I'll come to appreciate his talent as much as his fellow musicians here.
@@masterprocrastinator6264 i was shooketh he was also on stage with him. I love the collab!
@@masterprocrastinator6264 Almost as significant as Thundercat joining Mac Miller's tiny Desk
Pure joy. Amazing recording quality, this made my sound system glow. I wish this tiny desk lasts longer.
I never missed Kiefer whenever he comes touring in Paris. Love this guy !
Lovely performance from these talented musicians, thanks NPR for making this happen !
Charlie Hunter is truly an unsung hero. He could have handled both rhytm guitar as well as bass simultaneously. But with Carrtoons poppin' it off Charlie ends up playing this incredibly smooth melodic rhytm guitar. He is never overdoing it during Superhero and Socially Awkward and his performance brings so extremely much to the composition and the vibe. Hats off, my friend!
Agree completely!
Agreed!
Yep. Such a delight to hear
Well said mate. Very tasteful playing.
The broken key on the super 6 is a paid actor. Kiefer is one of my all time Favorite artist. He is the Chick Korea of this generation. Unprecedented vibes
Same...actually closed my eye and couldn't really hear anyone other than Chick.
Yes my boy getting the spotlight!
Thank you once again tiny desk, for introducing me to a beautiful artist I wouldn’t have known otherwise. I love what you do❤
Same. The first thing I do in the morning is to search Tiny Desk to hopefully learn of a new artist.
Yoooo your first introduction!? That’s amazing!! 🔥
This is my favorite comment
Dude's trio is as tight as the super group!! Such a great time in history for phenomenal REAL music!! 🔊🎶
Yes! Came here to say the same thing. 🙌
This show was fyah,music for the soul
Three of the funkiest dudes alive, all at their most reserved, just keeping the groove and letting the keys and trumpet have the spotlight. Unreal humility from Charlie, Nate, and Carrtoons.
you're doing something right when this absolutely ALL-STAR cast shows up at your call. Kiefer has the talent, humility and sheer love for the music. well deserved tiny desk!!
I just saw Kiefer perform in Minneapolis last week with Nate Smith and CARRTOONS!!!!!! Truly a mind blowing performer!
Can’t wait to see them in Oakland
I need to see him. I was immersed.
KIEFER ON NPR TINY DESK HE CAME SUCH LONG WAY FRFR
Charlie is the master of groove. I never thought id get to see this group of musicians playing together! What an awesome set!
Kiefer is so smooth with it throughout. I'm amazed.
Good lord...nothing but modern all stars on this one.
All prolific in their own rights, what a roster.
I saw him a few months ago in Copenhagen and his energy on stage was sublime - when some folks were talking he said “hey I’m doing my best here, can you do the same” - class act
I saw Kiefer live in London last year. A total blessing. Breathtaking top notch sound. He keeps it super real. He definitely stands out musically among what's out there.🙌🏿🙌🏿
amazing! I just saw Kiefer with Nate Smith and Carrtoons TONIGHT in Portland, and man... what an absolutely special night of virtuoso music... Incredible.
Was there too man, such a good show
@@anthonyfox477me too. Absolutely sublime.
Carrtoons pulls up with that filthy smooth bass tone!! 🔥 Kiefer is a keyboard GOAT & this is a great showcase of his music and groove!!
HOW THERAPEUTIC. Thank you very much brothers.
Love to see Nate Smith. Anytime he's on the kit, it's a good day!
YEAH~
So glad this channel is turning me on to new artist!
From big bands to small trios, the sound is always sublime.
This is top tier musician stuff right here
Kiefer finally on NPR and able to share his incredible gift with the world!
YESSSSS!!!! YESSSSSSS!!!!! AMAZING!!!! WE HAVE BEEN WANTING THIS FOR YEARS AND IT'S HERE! THANK YOU ALL!
True story I ended up falling to sleep late last night with UA-cam and i woke up to this playing. Never heard of these guys and I felt completely different this morning compared to other mornings
I woke up feeling refreshed even though I went to sleep late
I was in a super positive mood
Felt excited for the day
I think I got a new morning routine!
KIEFDADDYSUPREME!!!
LETS GOOO
I've wanted a performance on here for years. Congrats to Kiefer for pulling through and thank you to NPR for hosting him
One of the best artists of my generation. What an honor.
And cartoons on basss!!
they are having the time of their life. i've loved kiefer for yeeaars happy see him here
He got all the greats with him !!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
What a treat, Kiefer is the man! Let’s get Jonwayne on!
Kiefer is such a vibe
So glad yall got the genius kiefer to rock out!!!!
Everyone sounds incredible!! ☀️
My upmost respect for having the trumpet player to play the melody on that song. thank you. -trumpet player
Keifer Jamming On The Fender!!! I'm here for it....
Been following this man for so long. He deserves this so much!
finding this kiefer partnership amazing in 2024 and I'll probably come back here more often in the years to come
What an insane super group of musicians.
Can't get enough of that.
Found Kiefer through a track by Sam Gendel (Kiefer No Melody) and was sold with Be Encouraged. Very happy with this tiny desk!
That's an insane talent-per-square-meter ratio!
I was looking to see Nate smith and i think a lot of people were, but Luke came up and has a brilliant sound as well, bravo.
So happy to see these amazing musicians in one space. Charlie Hunter was quite the surprise!
No doubt Kiefer is one of the best it's a privilege witnessing a genius of creation
Another gem found thanks to Tiny Desk. What a set! TY!
Kiefer is my favorite (and most listened to) artist of the last 10 years. whenever hes within a hundred miles of my city i go see him - almost went to see him in Berlin in Feb. So happy to see him blowing up of late, he's great and super deserving.
I think Nate Smith holds the record for most tiny desk appearances
that would be Justus West
Who is Nate Smith ???
@@alexandrawilson6180 The drummer of the last 2 songs
And somehow it can never be enough
@@MoShang True 😅
His music goes so well with summer night’s cold breeze
Kiefer really carrying that Soulquarian torch
The keys are lovely neo-soul chords that I am feeling. Nice!!! Another Favorite tiny desk of mine. Keep em coming!!!
Congratulations, Kiefer!!! I'm a huge fan. Fantastic performance, thank you for the beautiful music.
10:00 got my head spinning with the stereo sound. What a lovely set!
“woo” indeed!!! 🔥🐐🐐🐐
Dilla endorsed! 🙏🔥
love kiefer getting the mad rap he deserves!!!
He deserves this. Cute is the song that made me fall in love with his music and I've been listen to him since then.
Agreed!! ✔️
I love Tiny Desk. Such a pleasant set. It didn't hurt to have Cartoons back after his set.
saw him play live with nate smith and cartooons, was amazing!
FIREEEE KIEFDADDYYYYY!! Band sounds amazing 💥💥💥💥💥
This is just insane. Kiefer is always mindblowing, such a great musician and his trio is sooooo cool
I'm really upset. This version of Superhero slapped SO hard. Hurt my neck bopping to it, doc said it will never be the same again physically. But it was worth it.
This is SOOOOOOOO GOOD. I'm sold and I hate to say this but this my first time hearing this...
WTH! This is such a groove baaaaabyyy! ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊
Nothing wrong with finding something new and great for the first time! Enjoy!!!!!
@Kcasadont ikr. I'm lookin for some venues
we all knew you'd make it man. congrats❤
It‘s unbelieveable!!!!!
It's about time, thank you!
Bout time, Kief lets GOOOO
WOW perfect groove tight as f**k awesome musicians I love it👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾✌🏾 ❤
YESSSSSS KEIFERRRR IM SO HAPPY THIS EXISTS, i been waiting for this my whole life. Nate smith, carrtoons, kiefer, and Charlie, unREALLLLLL. legends in the making. What your witness is a true testimony to beauty and music
Why didn’t I know about Kiefer before? This is wonderful.
man... freaking amazing.
Didn't want it to end!!!
Been putting this off because I knew it was going to be a moment and boy did it deliver.❤❤🙌🏾.
The groove is insane.
all time desks right here
Siiick! Amazing performance... Cheers from Brazil
Smooth groves sliding through the air way out into the universe
My face all the video: ☹️ but in the best way possible. Tiny Desk at his best, thanks!!!
We need a stank face emoji asap
vibes! hunter on cruise control ; studio sound
Glad to have found you. My new art studio music.
socially awkward being played live is like god speakin into my ear 😭🙏
Brilliant! Yes, Yes, YES!! Focus on Instrumentalists 🔥👌🏿👌🏿
Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿🖤
Yes, you are my heroes as well!!! Nate Smith is my dude. Luke Titus and CARRTOONS have hella producing skills as well. Love all their stuff individually.
Oh my God! That's what I get for commenting, too soon. Theo Croker Too? I'm in heaven right now!
Nothing better than Kiefer and Tiny Desk on a Monday morning... Ummmmmm... Ahhhhh
It is time 🙏🏽
Kiefer is my Superhero.
This all sounds so perfect🤩🔥
Yessssirrrr!!! Well deserved!! Woo!! 🔥🔥🔥🐐