The lads' pipes have never been better. My love for TMBG has been the great unconditional of my adult life. I'm celebrating 30 years of fandom in 2018.
How can you not love They Might be Giants? The thick glasses, imperfect teeth, the dress sense (or lack thereof), even the accordion. Every nerd in the world should look at these guys and think, 'It doesn't matter if I'm not magazine perfect, I could be something amazing'...
I left my body: a song about dying and watching people from beyond trashing all of your personal items and wondering why they don't think they were as valuable as you once did........ Gotta love this band.
For more than 30 years I follow tmbg. And they continue to experiment and write quality pop tunes that are touching and funny and sad and joyful and that don´t make sense at all. I take a bow.
I love the full-band version (I believe Linnell on the Contra-Alto clarinet, multiple horns and is there violin in the mix too?). But I had no idea the two Johns and Danny could produce such a thick multilayered sound with just the 3 of them.
I'm KICKING myself for not seeing them in Brooklyn this past December. I have no valid reason why I didn't go. And the first show was a dream set list for me. Anybody have a time machine I could use??
Anita Smith THAT'S exactly why I did not go! However, I did see them the other night in New Haven, and I've posted two videos from the show! So I sort of made up for it!
Nothing more eccentric than your next hit single and a track from your previous album. Eccentric would be On Earth My Nina followed by some Zos Kia screaming for 5 minutes.
What specifically is "eccentric" about this performance? Rolling Stone has pigeon-holed TMBG since the 80's, because you couldn't figure out why they are beloved. Did you mean to call it "eclectic"? If Mumford & Sons played in your studios on washboards and steam-punk penny whistles, you'd just call it "an acoustic set". Get over yourselves RS. TMBG sounds great, can't wait to see them in Dallas this weekend!
Eccentric also means unusual, and their "Guitar and Accordion" duo can be indeed considered as unusual ever since their start together as They Might Be Giants. And that's not really a bad thing, it's actually one of the many reasons why their fans love them. And also, correction, the performance is not the "eccentric" part, it's their set, which I had already discussed above. And yes, they are one, if not, the best rock band I have ever listened to.
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I love how they always smile as they sing these days
The lads' pipes have never been better. My love for TMBG has been the great unconditional of my adult life. I'm celebrating 30 years of fandom in 2018.
Flansy your voice has never been better.
Linnell's smiling while they harmonize is wonderful. They sound so damn good here.
How can you not love They Might be Giants? The thick glasses, imperfect teeth, the dress sense (or lack thereof), even the accordion. Every nerd in the world should look at these guys and think, 'It doesn't matter if I'm not magazine perfect, I could be something amazing'...
The most CONSISTENT BAND EVER
I left my body: a song about dying and watching people from beyond trashing all of your personal items and wondering why they don't think they were as valuable as you once did........ Gotta love this band.
I LOVE THEM SO MUCH THEY LOOK SO JOYFUL I CANT STOP SMILING
it's so heartwarming (-':
i am currently feeling like this, theyre amazing
John Linnell's mood switch at 3:30 was amazing.
"I Left My Body" might be the best little song TMBG have written in recent years. Clever, provoking, and really catchy.
THEYRE SO HAPPY AAHHHH
Really good close-ups on the band. Reminds me of their old music vids, where you can really get into John singing and playing.
I think I legitimately prefer this version of I Left My Body.
This arrangement is great for sure. Flans has great tone
BITING SCRATCHING I LOVE MUSIC JAIL I LOVE I
I love them so much..
They're so happy!! And omg they sound incredible! Linnell's voice in the first song actually blew me away
For more than 30 years I follow tmbg. And they continue to experiment and write quality pop tunes that are touching and funny and sad and joyful and that don´t make sense at all. I take a bow.
the accordion really works here
Still got it
Flansy's guitar says "Flans" on it
That's as good as indie rock can get.
Meaning that is an outstanding performance equal to the original records, but with only three instruments.
Apart from those wrong chords from Flans.
@@ThreadBomb now I just heard it for the first time 😄
shaking like a cold wet Chihuahua i love them
This sounded amazing. Love both those songs, especially Music Jail.
i like to come back to this every once in a while
w h e r e y o u g o I n g b u d d y
Nice! Love Marty's shirt.
Love the old drum machine sound! See you in SF lads!
Can't wait to see that electric drum kit live with the Quiet Storm thing.
haha, wherever there is TMBG there is Mister Apple.
Heh, I guess.
Hey Mr Apple! I’m Jubilee
@@titanicf0g Oh hey, I know you from Twitter!
@@stevebadachmusic wow! Hey steve
I love the full-band version (I believe Linnell on the Contra-Alto clarinet, multiple horns and is there violin in the mix too?). But I had no idea the two Johns and Danny could produce such a thick multilayered sound with just the 3 of them.
Not to be that guy, but that's Marty, not Danny.
@@MisterAppleEsq Not to be that guy, but that's actually Whitney Houston
@@luyucyycyccuycuy Hey, guy. Stop steaming up the inside of your Marty Beller mask!
Just saw these guys in Charleston; they are so goddamn amazing!
Bufftucker me too! It was fantastic
One of the funnest shows I’ve ever been to
I'm KICKING myself for not seeing them in Brooklyn this past December. I have no valid reason why I didn't go. And the first show was a dream set list for me. Anybody have a time machine I could use??
dave idmarx it was colder than SHIT
Anita Smith THAT'S exactly why I did not go! However, I did see them the other night in New Haven, and I've posted two videos from the show! So I sort of made up for it!
Still got it after all these years!
Awesome! So excited to see and hear so much from TMBG this year!
TMBG needs to be in the Rock and Roll HOF.
this is so good 🥺🥺 they are a blessing
My face hurt with all the smiling I did watching this.
coolest people in the world methinks
It's always fun watching Marty, because while everyone always gets into it, Marty really does put all the effort in all of the time.
How does this not have 1 million views? TMBG nailed it
Love Marty's Kafka shirt
Marty is absolutely killing it. One of the best drummers in the game
that's whitney houston
🙄💥 This one is my instant, beloved favorite of the 'I lLeft My Body' UA-cam uploads. Happy tears & joy ! 🙏🏻🌟 😃
This is brilliant!
Nothing more eccentric than your next hit single and a track from your previous album. Eccentric would be On Earth My Nina followed by some Zos Kia screaming for 5 minutes.
Nekrobomb Jones eek that one is full Mass-acent nightmare fuel. "Heeyes a kwarter thayts tha wonn you waan" 😨
Minimum Wage followed by Grassroots Internet Revolution
@@daveidmarx8296 What a deep cut!
I love these 3-piece arrangements. Amazing performance. Would buy again. A+
They Are Number 3
1. Beatles
2. Led Zeppelin
3. They Might Be Giants
4. Queen
...
I ❤ them since The Pink Album and I 'll never Stop doin' It... 😍🤩😍🥳
That bellows shake from John though
3:02 for Music Jail Pt 1&2
Legends 🤩
why are they so cool, oh my goodness. i love evrythuing iabout them isou gmil ove them so much
These song keep getting better each time I hear them
Can't wait to see them live in April
at 5:24 Flansy found out how he could sing like a girl
Explosions!
What specifically is "eccentric" about this performance? Rolling Stone has pigeon-holed TMBG since the 80's, because you couldn't figure out why they are beloved. Did you mean to call it "eclectic"? If Mumford & Sons played in your studios on washboards and steam-punk penny whistles, you'd just call it "an acoustic set". Get over yourselves RS. TMBG sounds great, can't wait to see them in Dallas this weekend!
Kevin Stahl love it! Totally agree with you Kevin. Hope you enjoyed them in Dallas! I'm seeing them in San Diego real soon!
Eccentric also means unusual, and their "Guitar and Accordion" duo can be indeed considered as unusual ever since their start together as They Might Be Giants. And that's not really a bad thing, it's actually one of the many reasons why their fans love them. And also, correction, the performance is not the "eccentric" part, it's their set, which I had already discussed above. And yes, they are one, if not, the best rock band I have ever listened to.
Full throated rebuttal from the honorable gentalmam from TX
Where did they say eccentric?
Funny that they changed the title
Drummer is a hot silver fox
That’s really Whitney Houston on the drums
GENIUS!!!!!
Love them.
THEYRR SO SO O SOCOOOL ON MY GOOOOOOOOOODNNNNNEEEESSSSSSSSSS
crying sobbing throwing up goodness
...see you in Denver this March!!! =)
Very interesting
I like Marty's shirt.
I'm unable to accept the fact that John Linnell is 60.
Sam he’ll be 61 tomorrow!
and now he's older still!
@@Vileplume87 HOW
i can dig it
love it!
proud of you guys
Love these boys so much! 💙
Minimalism, harking back to olden days. Also, 'Flans' on the truss rod cover, upside-down. Love it.
wwwhhhhhheeeeee!
😍
❤
Groove! I knew this song reminded me of Austin Powers. When I read some of the comments, I realized how correct they are.
What in all the world does remind you people of that..?
L0REN0R2Z0RR0 Dr Evil Theme
@@A2Z83 But did that even make the cut in any version of Austin Powers ever?
save me tmbg
A funnier, more joyful song about death there never has been written.
That final chord.
tmbg save me
Nice title change....😏
They’re so old lmao. I STAN
Why did I write this comment
Stella Octangula idk
why did i write this comment
I crawl the YT comments section at 3 AM when I'm high too. No shame in it. @@octangula7914
Where ya goin "smelly"?
Marty is the most fun to watch
Why am I thinking of Elvis Costello?
Frode Haugsgjerd Because of Austin Power's
They could have worked with him in the 90's, since he liked the band and they admired him, but they felt it would be too awkward.
They’re big fans
I saw them open for Elvis at the Beacon Theater in NYC. Dream come true.
@@PaulFriedmann Stop making me jealous...
0:11 AAAA
oooooooooouuuuuuuuuuugggggggggghhh
What was the third song, I need to propose
Music Jail Pt 2
IM GOIGN TO-- HNGNGNNNG
0:11
You missed a huge opportunity by not calling it an "explosive" set
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
are the makin fun of morrissey?
So cute I can't stand it!
help me
johns.....
Are you okay btw
It would be awesome to hear The Reverend Horton Heat play this.
Awesome! The singer kindda looks like austin powers...
A film they did music for.
Who Linell, no. I’ve listened to TMBG for my entire life, and never thought he looked like Austin powers, but they did write Dr. Evil for it.
+TovaShai Really? I can't quite see that.
Glasses and strange teeth alone don't really make you into Austin Powers. Maybe the stare, but it's creepier.