Punch Brothers: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • Опубліковано 15 лис 2024

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  • @punchbrothers
    @punchbrothers 9 років тому +507

    If you'd like to come see us live (in admittedly less cozy venues), our spring tour kicks off next week. You can visit PunchBrothers.com for details. Thanks everyone!

    • @ezenart
      @ezenart 9 років тому +12

      I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOU GUYS! God, Tiny Desk is one of my favourite things in the world and for you guys to visit it is just too damn perfect.

    • @mattb7503
      @mattb7503 9 років тому

      .

    • @reezyfaustin
      @reezyfaustin 9 років тому +1

      Punch Brothers I saw this video and now we're going to see you guys when you come to Dallas in april-

    • @potatoprincess3762
      @potatoprincess3762 9 років тому

      Saw you guys in Vancouver, BC last night, it was FANTASTIC! I would definitely come again!

    • @ashleysail1
      @ashleysail1 9 років тому +1

      See you in Roanoke in July!

  • @tamburavadak
    @tamburavadak 5 років тому +86

    The sheer focus on the bass player is the perfect backdrop to the mayhem unfolding before him.

  • @legatic
    @legatic 6 років тому +114

    2:03 - My Oh My
    6:24 - Boll Weevil
    10:32 - Magnet
    14:45 - Julep

  • @derrickwilliams2903
    @derrickwilliams2903 4 роки тому +8

    I've heard people say Chris Thile is currently the best mandolin player in the world. Others dispute it. However, the best argument I've heard that everyone seems to agree with is that Chris is the most IMPORTANT mandolin player in the world. As a bluegrass ambassador, mandolin player, composer, singer, and all-around musician he seems to have this bottomless well of talent. Simply amazing.

  • @sleepycreed4285
    @sleepycreed4285 8 років тому +255

    I honestly can't tell (just by listening) their live performances apart from their studio performances. They sound perfect in every way

    • @bryansykes6175
      @bryansykes6175 6 років тому +14

      I believe they usually record as a band in one take much like they're playing here. Could be wrong but it would make sense!

    • @ryleighs9575
      @ryleighs9575 5 років тому +3

      I was thinking that too, how they sound perfectly like they do in the studio versions, excepting the odd improvised flourish.

    • @lolitsgow
      @lolitsgow 2 роки тому +2

      I had the same thought! Even people I consider to be incredible singers like adele and lizzo are occasionally slightly off key in their tiny desks, but these guys' pitch and harmonies are flawless it's insane

  • @be9nz
    @be9nz 8 років тому +571

    Huge props to the sound engineer on this one.

    • @miserymedia
      @miserymedia 8 років тому +31

      Got so much more of the bass than some other performances on NPR. Woop

    • @rajabaghele6834
      @rajabaghele6834 7 років тому

      Snylivan sex videos

    • @itxaumby2591
      @itxaumby2591 7 років тому +42

      There is a video of these guys talking about playing in a group. They mention playing around a single mic and how mindful they are of their stage placement to balance their volumes. Even here you can see them move away and closer to the mic as they play.

    • @jeremyreed663
      @jeremyreed663 6 років тому +19

      This is purely musicians that listen to each other when they play!

    • @eboethrasher
      @eboethrasher 6 років тому +17

      Yeah they are a huge part of how the sound is good. They know how to work a single mic amazingly. I've seen them do it live.

  • @jakejohansen1889
    @jakejohansen1889 2 роки тому +97

    Chris Thile has some really great facial expressions when he's deep in a jam. It's like he's playing metal & just rocking out yet he's doing it & killing it on a Mandolin.

    • @vocalimpactplays217
      @vocalimpactplays217 2 роки тому +8

      Hey man, music is music. You get really into a jam, you forget what the body does sometimes. Bluegrass at this point is an extension of jazz/metal/country/rock/etc, and can hit HARD. I've seen bluegrass bands hit tighter and more insane sets than half of the metal bands I've seen...honestly, half of the bluegrass you'll see at a local bluegrass festival are are going to be just as technically proficient (or more) than a ton of metal bands. The musicianship is insane.

    • @KC-fb8ql
      @KC-fb8ql 2 роки тому +1

      He’s immensely talented but it’s hard to watch, honestly.

    • @ninofunka1106
      @ninofunka1106 2 роки тому

      Dakota Fanning

    • @TheGumbyGuy
      @TheGumbyGuy Рік тому +3

      @@KC-fb8ql I love watching him. it's clear that he's having a lot of fun. he actually stated in an interview that he doesn't even notice how much he moves around while he's performing without watching the videos. not many people love what they do as much as him and not many people are as good at it either.

    • @Marshall_Stacks
      @Marshall_Stacks Рік тому +1

      @@KC-fb8ql Don't watch and be quiet.

  • @Guitarchitect85
    @Guitarchitect85 5 років тому +525

    That moment when you find your old bandmate from high school is the bassist for the punch brothers. Hi, Paul!

    • @Guitarchitect85
      @Guitarchitect85 5 років тому +44

      @I'm not Laura Kightlinger absolutely didn't. I literally had to look it up as I watched this video because of how familiar he looked.

    • @bjornvanderlinden2248
      @bjornvanderlinden2248 4 роки тому +10

      nice paul has some serious bass skills

    • @Guitarchitect85
      @Guitarchitect85 4 роки тому +50

      @@bjornvanderlinden2248 To say the least. You think that's impressive, the guy can play a mean mandolin too. We used to cover a lot of Nickel Creek songs so the fact that he's playing with The Punch Brothers is kind of surreal.

    • @icostarema
      @icostarema 4 роки тому +3

      @@Guitarchitect85 "that moment" posts, are meant to be something other people can relate to. It's cool that you were in school with him, but literally no one else can relate to this

    • @Guitarchitect85
      @Guitarchitect85 4 роки тому +60

      @@icostarema Congratulations, you found the joke. I'm very proud of you.

  • @robstewart4475
    @robstewart4475 8 років тому +221

    These compositions are off the hook and beautifully executed. They don't play by the rules.

    • @NoNameForThisGuy
      @NoNameForThisGuy 4 роки тому +4

      Rob Stewart I think there’s gonna be new rules when they’re done

  • @kindacloudy6620
    @kindacloudy6620 9 років тому +103

    Can we all just take a moment to appreciate that guy on the banjo, amazing!

    • @matthias.hess1
      @matthias.hess1 6 років тому +2

      He actually gives Bela Fleck some competition!

    • @christinejbaxter
      @christinejbaxter 4 роки тому +11

      Noam was dubbed the best Banjo player in the world today by Steve Martin. Pretty nice crew in my opinion.

    • @joelanttila7927
      @joelanttila7927 3 роки тому

      @@matthias.hess1 I know right

  • @Choko_G
    @Choko_G 8 років тому +71

    Band chemistry goals.

  • @DaroffApFire
    @DaroffApFire 9 років тому +102

    "now that time stands still, we can drink our fill. Out of silver that will never tarnish like we will". Wow.... just amazing. Simply... amazing.

    • @josephwatts2904
      @josephwatts2904 7 років тому +6

      Daroff absolutely agree, that's a deep line

    • @jasongravely7217
      @jasongravely7217 2 роки тому

      I just noticed that line as well after 7 years of listening. Amazing!

  • @sandsoftom
    @sandsoftom 5 років тому +29

    The first time I heard Punch Brothers was about two years ago, on this particular set. The first harmony on My Oh My was the first cognisant memory I have of saying "this is the music my soul has been searching for" and haven't looked back. By far my favorite band. I was able to see them live in Madison, WI in March 2019 and it is one of the most memorable nights of my life....still send chills down my spine, Love you guys!

  • @SecksyMan
    @SecksyMan Рік тому +4

    I can't believe this was posted 8 years ago. Feels like it was just uploaded

  • @bcsuda
    @bcsuda 9 років тому +726

    You can bring Chris back as often as you'd like. :D

    • @gerotj29
      @gerotj29 7 років тому +3

      Jack Johnson

    • @DrewDawkins
      @DrewDawkins 7 років тому +6

      Heck, Daily if possible!

    • @josephmead8325
      @josephmead8325 6 років тому

      oh good I thought I was the only one who thought he looked like jude law's twin

  • @middleC17
    @middleC17 7 років тому +29

    Noam Pikelny (banjo player) came to my university and I went to the concert not knowing anything about him or his music, and left a huge fan!

  • @JordanSmithFilms
    @JordanSmithFilms 9 років тому +61

    When you encounter greatness, you just have to sit back, relax and watch the show. Chris Thile is a legend.

    • @dougierichardson484
      @dougierichardson484 Рік тому

      He is a bad person though and hated by everyone. Even his Nickelcreek bandmates the Watkins siblings hate him.

    • @archywiseman
      @archywiseman Рік тому

      ​@dougierichardson484 Yet, he has two bands he works with. Nickel Creek just finished a tour with him. Perhaps he's difficult, and a perfectionist, and has issues with others, but that doesn't make him hated.

    • @dougierichardson484
      @dougierichardson484 Рік тому

      @@archywiseman The Watkins use him since he is talented musically but they dont like him. Once he loses his voice and talent as a musician they will never talk to him again. The same with his Punch Brother bandmates.

  • @MikeKobb
    @MikeKobb 7 років тому +24

    The more I listen to this (and I listen a lot) the more impressed I am with Noam Pikelny's banjo work on "Magnet". I mean, they're all fabulous, but wow, 13:15...

  • @Xaint900
    @Xaint900 9 років тому +35

    Critter always looks so happy when he's playing guitar, happiest guy in the world

  • @kathysarmiento4652
    @kathysarmiento4652 2 роки тому +16

    Why haven’t I heard this group before? Where have you been all my life? So enjoyable!! I love their music….very talented.

    • @studmuffin1979
      @studmuffin1979 2 роки тому +7

      If you don’t know - check out nickel creek

  • @dlowery1024
    @dlowery1024 9 років тому +13

    Chris Thile is a force of nature. A supremely gifted artist. The rest of the band is fantastic too. Try to catch the Punch Brothers live, and consider yourself lucky if you do.

  • @rebelghoulrowyn
    @rebelghoulrowyn 8 років тому +58

    Chris Thile just seems like a ball of sunshine and these guys are so freaking good! I'm a late fan but wow I am definitely a fan :3

  • @beauchambers3912
    @beauchambers3912 8 років тому +28

    Had the chance to see these guys here in Brisbane. They are infallible... a class of their own, and a very big inspiration to this musician.
    Thanks for puttin' me on to them. Changed my life. ;)

  • @IntertemporalTraveler
    @IntertemporalTraveler Рік тому +3

    I love how so much of punch brothers music is rhythmically very reminiscent of a ticking clock. Been a while since I've listened to their albums. I think it's time again.

  • @mcshaggy8565
    @mcshaggy8565 6 років тому +5

    The smile on the guitarists face makes my day. He's loving every second of it.

  • @AnnaruthCordero
    @AnnaruthCordero 9 років тому +17

    I can't even explain how much I love this band.

  • @noodles9826
    @noodles9826 7 років тому +8

    I keep coming back just to watch them perform Julep.. It's entrancing, so much emotion.

  • @DanAbsalonson
    @DanAbsalonson 6 років тому +20

    Amazing. All the tracks were great but that last tune just about gave me goose bumps.

  • @brianjames6243
    @brianjames6243 9 років тому +66

    13:15 in - Pickles just casually melting faces off to the side like no big deal.

  • @Valandor_Celestial_Warlock
    @Valandor_Celestial_Warlock 5 років тому +36

    Chris always looks just like he's just woken up.

  • @confrontingchaos7593
    @confrontingchaos7593 8 років тому +27

    Wish Noam would stand closer to the mic so I could hear his crazy improvs on Magnet. Such a mindblowing band, I can't stop listening to this record.

  • @jasonmcfarland2136
    @jasonmcfarland2136 9 років тому +4

    On a day when music meant nothing, finally music means everything. Thank you, Chris (and Co.). Passion reigns and I am grateful.

  • @tonywizdard1531
    @tonywizdard1531 7 років тому +5

    Chris's reaction to the birthday cake never fails to bring a smile to my face.
    Genuine happiness. Love Chris!

  • @MikeGervasi
    @MikeGervasi 8 років тому +55

    I absolutely adore Chris and the band. Most important music happening these days.

    • @fretbuzz59
      @fretbuzz59 8 років тому +17

      I might submit Snarky Puppy for that status.

    • @Lazurmang
      @Lazurmang 8 років тому +3

      I'd definitely have a hard time choosing between the two for the title of "Most Important"! Glad I don't have to make that decision :)

    • @emtsnake84
      @emtsnake84 8 років тому +3

      I actually told Chris last time I saw them live that I'd love to see them collaborate with Snarky Puppy. Told Michael League the same thing. They're both aware of the others and said something along the lines of "don't count it out!"

  • @mistahcoughdrop
    @mistahcoughdrop 9 років тому +30

    So wonderful to witness genius and brilliance in my lifetime. I am truly grateful.

    • @BMessemer
      @BMessemer 7 років тому +1

      Great comment. I feel the same way.

  • @benaaronmusic
    @benaaronmusic 9 років тому +406

    The next time I hear the words, Punch Brothers, Nickel Creek, or Chris Thile, I will pay close attention.
    Thanks, NPR.

    • @janineturbitt2525
      @janineturbitt2525 7 років тому +3

      Here I am having just discovered these lovely folk in 2017...! Oh the joy of dicovery. xx

    • @mepratt8465
      @mepratt8465 6 років тому +1

      me, too!

    • @NeilBlanchard
      @NeilBlanchard 5 років тому +5

      Or, the Goat Rodeo Sessions ...

    • @MariSundell
      @MariSundell 5 років тому +4

      You should also check out Paul Kowert's (the bassist) band Hawktail 😜

    • @BigStupidFingers
      @BigStupidFingers 4 роки тому +1

      Why Should The Fire Die is such a great album!

  • @JeremiahObediah
    @JeremiahObediah 8 років тому +92

    You can tell a technically tight band by how quickly they can pull together something they haven't practiced. HAPPY BIRTHDAY

    • @nutsackmania
      @nutsackmania 4 роки тому

      yeah

    • @_riesenbezwinger_4891
      @_riesenbezwinger_4891 9 місяців тому

      Well no. Somebody says "key of c" and then happy birthday is really basic to play. That's not a big thing. They are absolutely great anyway!!

  • @m.c.master4622
    @m.c.master4622 2 роки тому +1

    Watching the love on Chris E.'s face watching Chris. T. have a moment is the greatest joy to me of this TDC. I have followed his dad since 1971. Beautiful.

  • @akshaysingh1228
    @akshaysingh1228 8 років тому +11

    this is one of the most heart-warming beginnings to a npr tiny desk :)

  • @MikaTarkela
    @MikaTarkela 2 роки тому +3

    Wow! This is the first time I ever hear their music. They all seem so genuine and happy folks!

  • @michaelenglert2865
    @michaelenglert2865 7 років тому +6

    scored free tickets to their perth WA tour in 2016, brilliant just brilliant, complex, creative, crazy combos all gathered around the one mike, bought the cd, tea-shirt and now a big fan

  • @dylanwatkins771
    @dylanwatkins771 9 років тому +1107

    Jude Law and Quentin Tarantino had a baby it was Chris Thile.

    • @karenkaren3189
      @karenkaren3189 8 років тому +6

      +dylan watkins and a smidge of dave matthews?

    • @gheaescobin7444
      @gheaescobin7444 8 років тому +5

      +dylan watkins Its not enough for me to like this, I have to commend you Sir. Greatest ship everrrr.

    • @agostobloj
      @agostobloj 8 років тому +5

      +dylan watkins it's me, or there's also a little bit of damon albarn?

    • @karenkaren3189
      @karenkaren3189 8 років тому

      not sure if I ever heard of him.

    • @SafiaZoe
      @SafiaZoe 8 років тому +12

      lol ! and a tiny bit of Willem Dafoe :)

  • @deich31
    @deich31 5 років тому +95

    "Next up: Chris Thile's Barbershop Quartet. Then his Klezmer band. Then it's Chris on bagpipes and didgeridoo."

  • @finalgirl11
    @finalgirl11 9 років тому +25

    Can we all just appreciate how adorable Chris was when they brought the birthday cake in?

  • @amandafeliciano542
    @amandafeliciano542 7 років тому +16

    Also damn, they are amazing, specially the fiddle player's drumming lol

  • @caitiejaeger740
    @caitiejaeger740 8 років тому +8

    I saw them at Bonnaroo last year and then they played the Superjam right after their show and they were just truly amazing! I had never listened to them before but I'm so glad I decided to stop by. Such amazing music that just comes naturally. They did a cover of "Just What I Needed" by the Cars that I'm so so glad that I recorded because it was so good.

  • @MasonScottMcDowell
    @MasonScottMcDowell 9 років тому +11

    These guys are their own genre. Bluegrass as the world has never heard it before.

  • @An_Arbitrary_Miscellany
    @An_Arbitrary_Miscellany 6 років тому +10

    No matter how many times I watch this (and it's a lot), this will remain one of the greatest live performances I've ever seen. Just immaculate.

  • @patrickhlavinka6364
    @patrickhlavinka6364 8 років тому +14

    Magnet. That is an awesome song. couldn't get over how cool it was.

  • @ErikRosewood
    @ErikRosewood 8 років тому +83

    I'm in love with Chris Thile. To see his eyes filled with pure joy while making music just makes me love him. Honestly. ;) Awesome stuff!!!

  • @smartti1970
    @smartti1970 9 років тому +7

    Gosh this is astoundingly rich and beautifull ... every musician is amazing !!

  • @laurenisabel4079
    @laurenisabel4079 5 років тому +2

    I never get tired of listening to Punch Brothers (or Chris Thile).

  • @WGBHMusic
    @WGBHMusic 9 років тому +10

    These guys are such a GREAT fit for the Tiny Desk! We were blown away by their set at HOB Boston last month. Great guys, amazing musicians.

    • @mrdbarnes650
      @mrdbarnes650 9 років тому

      WGBH Music ...and Thanks so much for posting the videos from HOB. I was able to see them both night in San Francisco at The Fillmore where as you might suspect, I was right in front/center at the barricade both nights and it STILL sounded that good.

  • @Idontwantthis2023
    @Idontwantthis2023 9 років тому +129

    I applauded alone in my house for this!

    • @mkmoroney1
      @mkmoroney1 9 років тому +8

      cmpmuller you're not alone!

    • @politure
      @politure 9 років тому +8

      +mkmoroney1 scary

    • @jamesk8075
      @jamesk8075 7 років тому +2

      +Lint I didn't find it scary. I was amused, then I read your comment and then found it scary. The mind is easily manipulated.

  • @JoshFryer
    @JoshFryer 9 років тому +8

    I was gonna wait until Bonnaroo to see these guys, but this performance has made me 100% positive that I want to see them at The Fonda here in LA. Jesus, they are good.

  • @BeeKeezy
    @BeeKeezy 9 років тому +15

    Decided to start going though all of NPR's TIny Desks. Came across this, and WOW. Love at first sight (sound?). Instantly went to look at tour dates. They aren't coming to TX any time soon, unfortunately.

    • @mrdbarnes650
      @mrdbarnes650 9 років тому

      BeeKeezy sadly you just missed their two TX dates. (Austin and Dallas) Saw two nights in San Francisco (4/3, 4/4) prior to their TX shows and I had to contact my TX friends to get them out to see them.

  • @TiqueO6
    @TiqueO6 7 років тому +2

    For 'Julep', almost never heard a Bass (or maybe a group) so perfectly tuned! Such commitment to perfection with soul is hard to find generally but not so rare at The Tiny Desk, always come back here! And share this treasure to preserve it!

  • @FiFiFiddler
    @FiFiFiddler 9 років тому +1

    These guys are the best. We had the privilege of seeing them play in Shetland in August. Wow!!!!! Unforgettable. What a concert. Thank you Punch Brothers. Hope to see you again soon. x

  • @asmith8092
    @asmith8092 2 роки тому +4

    Just found this group and now they are on the top of my list to see live in concert!!

  • @jeanwillis7774
    @jeanwillis7774 2 роки тому +1

    The musicianship of this band is unbelievable! Thanks NPR for bringing us the music!! 🐣🇨🇦

  • @Blaze22F
    @Blaze22F 8 років тому +72

    Daaayyuumn that banjo shred for "Magnet"

  • @amandafeliciano542
    @amandafeliciano542 7 років тому +2

    Obsessed with magnet, love love love....and the rest of it too obviously - ty a NPR from the bottom of my heart for giving me the gift of Chris Thile!! ;)

  • @josephwatts2904
    @josephwatts2904 3 роки тому +2

    Anything with Chris Thile is pure magic!

  • @ecross414
    @ecross414 8 років тому +158

    Well. It took me a while to arrive here. TLDR: I've been watching Punch Brothers videos for two days. These guys are absolutely amazing. Every single one of them.
    It all started when I recently heard Chris Thile on A Prairie Home Companion. It was the first time I'd heard it without Garrison Keillor, so I immediately noticed (I grew up with it playing every weekend in my house), and thought, "nahhhhh." I was about to shut it off, when I heard that [Judge] John Hodgman was on the show. I love him, so I left it on. Then, Chris started playing music. So I decided to Google him and found out that he (1) is an "American virtuoso mandolinist," and (2) created Punch Brothers, who a friend recommended to me years ago. THEN, I youtubed "Punch Brothers," and now: here I am. Apparently forever.
    Thank you, NPR, for always delivering!

    • @KyleHurd
      @KyleHurd 8 років тому +11

      Emily Cross Haha great comment. You're about ten years late but, nonetheless, welcome! Pull up a chair and enjoy the ride.... This guy is a constant source of entertainment and possibly one of the few true musical geniuses left in the world! Also, check out nickel Creek and the goat rodeo sessions (him with yoyo ma, Edgar Meyer and Stuart Duncan) it's all magic!

    • @rebelghoulrowyn
      @rebelghoulrowyn 8 років тому +12

      Kyle Hurd I feel like us late fans are right on time though because now I can just binge-listen hahaha

    • @ecross414
      @ecross414 8 років тому +1

      GutterTrash Barbie Binge listening: my favorite.

    • @KyleHurd
      @KyleHurd 8 років тому +1

      GutterTrash Barbie well true lol

    • @KyleHurd
      @KyleHurd 8 років тому +4

      Emily Cross I still binge listen to this day!

  • @beauchambers3912
    @beauchambers3912 9 років тому +4

    I literally cannot get enough of this. I play this concert every day. :) Such a wonderful atmosphere these guys create...

  • @unlikelysquid
    @unlikelysquid 9 років тому +22

    This is so wonderful! I had the privilege of meeting these guys after their show in Atlanta on Feb. 26th. They're all so nice and down to earth. Chris is especially sweet and gives great hugs :)

  • @rawleydavis8881
    @rawleydavis8881 6 років тому +1

    The staff at NPR are so lucky. It's pretty clear how much Bob is appreciated here on UA-cam but I can't imagine how well he must be treated by his peers for bringing so many amazing bands to their office...of all places.

  • @maganw11
    @maganw11 4 роки тому +1

    Such a talented group! If you ever get a chance to see them live dont hesitate. 🥰

  • @Dooality
    @Dooality 8 років тому +6

    One of the best bands out there today.

  • @0oFrostbiteo0
    @0oFrostbiteo0 9 років тому +6

    God damn Chris is magnificent. Love Magnet, so great. He doesn't just play the music, her performs!

  • @melodicdreamer72
    @melodicdreamer72 9 років тому +9

    I've run into Thile's performances in the past. If something in the form of a musical expression comes together and has Chris Thile's name in the mix, it has to be good (I think it is a basic law of music theory). That is said not to take anything away from the rest of the guys in the band though, they all added to the songs we just heard and are premier musicians as well. What came together here is simply great.

  • @chelseasharpe852
    @chelseasharpe852 8 років тому +57

    17:26 I CAN'T EVER ADEQUATELY PREPARE MYSELF FOR THE BEAUTY OF THIS MOMENT

    • @azadjalali1359
      @azadjalali1359 7 років тому +6

      Chelsea Sharpe amen, the whole performance was great but that just blew me away.

    • @KyleHurd
      @KyleHurd 7 років тому +5

      Chelsea Sharpe why are they so perfect!!!!

    • @paxomatic
      @paxomatic 7 років тому +7

      Love your comment. You can't ever really prepare for something truly beautiful. Every time you hear or see something in that realm it flows straight through you and rearranges your molecules.

    • @rosamariaquinones6869
      @rosamariaquinones6869 4 роки тому +2

      Chills!! The whole song was ethereal, but when they came back in singing...wow.

    • @stargazer710
      @stargazer710 4 роки тому +2

      100% agree with you. Time does seem to stand still in that moment

  • @shadowblade145
    @shadowblade145 4 роки тому +3

    This is a fact, proven by peer-reviewed research and philosophers everywhere: it is impossible to look at Chris Thile and not smile. That man just makes me so happy. I'm so happy he hosts Live From Here now.

  • @KeelyBurnMusic
    @KeelyBurnMusic 7 років тому +3

    Someday I'll probably get myself to stop watching this... today is not that day. Such great music, made by people who very obviously love what they do.

  • @jakeempey8146
    @jakeempey8146 8 років тому +3

    These guys have real talent... wow incredible

  • @deandiamond2519
    @deandiamond2519 9 років тому +4

    Maybe the day will come where I don't watch this. But I can't see that happening in the foreseeable future. Just amazing.

  • @UYEcudeSobieski
    @UYEcudeSobieski 2 роки тому +1

    Super musical. Quel dynamisme, quel punch ! Bravo 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 et Merci 😊😀

  • @amirfirestone1424
    @amirfirestone1424 3 роки тому +3

    I first heard My Oh My when I was reading Even Cowgirls get the Blues by Tom Robbins and this song will always be the theme song for that book in my mind ☺️ "the whole world spinning under our thumbs..." 👍🏽

  • @jessefiloteo2217
    @jessefiloteo2217 8 років тому +5

    He has the most heart warming smile

  • @Jobanowski
    @Jobanowski 9 років тому +185

    That banjo player is so sickkkkkkk, but hes just hiding back there haha

    • @BikesAndBatallas
      @BikesAndBatallas 5 років тому +23

      Noam Pikelny. A master.

    • @anameofsomesort959
      @anameofsomesort959 5 років тому +15

      @@BikesAndBatallas possibly the best contemporary 5-string player. Also one of the few to find real mainstream success in the modern day.

    • @ScisaacFisaac
      @ScisaacFisaac 5 років тому +21

      Also a master of deadpan humor.

    • @christinejbaxter
      @christinejbaxter 4 роки тому +3

      Check out Noam Pikelny with Caitlin Canty!! Pure Gold!!

    • @bobstravels
      @bobstravels 4 роки тому +8

      @@anameofsomesort959 I love Pikelny (and had photo taken with him at Telluride!!), but Bela Fleck isn't dead.

  • @matheme
    @matheme 9 років тому +141

    real musicians tune in the middle of the set.

  • @maximef.994
    @maximef.994 4 роки тому +3

    His smile is so infectious, and so is his groove. You have to see his performance on the Vulfpeck live at madison square garden. The dude is possessed, it's awesome !

  • @Justcarlosdiaz
    @Justcarlosdiaz 2 роки тому +2

    God I love when two musicians look at eachother while playing and you see them experiencing themselves

  • @theclash435
    @theclash435 6 років тому +3

    An absolutely masterful concert, their sound is not only at the same level as the recording it is even more vivid, these guys have an amazing chemistry and are top notch, jesus i would definitely pay to see chris thile have his own late night, he is an entertainer and musician of the highest caliber.

  • @The_sinner_Jim_Whitney
    @The_sinner_Jim_Whitney 3 роки тому +1

    My favorite ‘old-time string band’ of all time. Happy incredibly belated birthday, Chris!

  • @DarrenBurch
    @DarrenBurch 9 років тому +4

    Check these guy's out. Outstanding. Best of the best. WOW.

  • @TheLowCodist
    @TheLowCodist 9 років тому +18

    Unbelievable. Honestly, the best band on the planet right now. Argue with me if you want, but I'm a Punch Brother zealot - I will not be swayed.

    • @KyleHurd
      @KyleHurd 7 років тому +5

      Daniel LeMay I won't argue with you and/or be swayed either because you're absolutely CORRECT!

    • @amandafeliciano542
      @amandafeliciano542 5 років тому

      I will not either!

    • @guitarman1477
      @guitarman1477 5 років тому

      Dan L well, maybe you ain’t heard of billy strings, ? New kid on the block, you want amazing, he is

  • @starlightmusicdisk
    @starlightmusicdisk 11 місяців тому +2

    The ending of julep will always be my fav part of this video, beautifully done boys ! 👏👏

  • @canturgan
    @canturgan 9 років тому +4

    Nice balance between fun and melancholy. Rare skills.

  • @alonzovillarreal4666
    @alonzovillarreal4666 3 роки тому +1

    Nothing but voice, wood and steel. ❤️🔥🎼 Julep makes my eyes water every time

  • @danielwalker4881
    @danielwalker4881 6 років тому +1

    Finally got to see them live two weeks ago! AMAZING!

  • @jrrd997
    @jrrd997 6 років тому +1

    Just caught them recently, they played these. Man, I can't get enough!

  • @janineturbitt2525
    @janineturbitt2525 7 років тому +1

    Your combined energy and love..and um, extraordinary musical joy is a beautiful thing to discover...thank you for waking up a-lot-of-lights in my musical brain. Love from a musician-from-the-past. x

  • @peterleffler2062
    @peterleffler2062 3 роки тому +1

    Nice to see/hear tuning up. Not sure why but it seems to make it more real. Amazing sound. Love it.

  • @13wargo
    @13wargo 9 років тому +21

    those high notes are insane

  • @sbingham1979
    @sbingham1979 6 років тому +1

    Love the contrasts in this group: the transfixed calm expression on the bass player's face in contrast to the unfettered expressiveness of certain others! These are really top-notch musicians.

  • @roncv26
    @roncv26 9 років тому +141

    Wow, no one fighting in the comments section... Love the Indie folk comments sections, if you can consider it that. Take care everyone.

    • @ohhellfire2728
      @ohhellfire2728 9 років тому +3

      it's great. but ajj comment sections is like what japan was after hiroshima and nagasaki

    • @Rastafarian1882
      @Rastafarian1882 6 років тому +2

      HOW DARE YOU CALL THIS INDIE FOLK!!!!

    • @turn-the-way1148
      @turn-the-way1148 4 роки тому

      Bluegrass bruh

  • @enricopallazzo3473
    @enricopallazzo3473 4 роки тому +1

    I love this gig so much...just amazing

  • @bmgag19
    @bmgag19 9 років тому +7

    omg that first song when they get really soft is eargasmic

  • @caseyventura4150
    @caseyventura4150 3 роки тому +1

    sooooooooooo beautiful