Animal Collective - Prester John (Official Video)

[@anmlcollective]

New album, Animal Collective - ‘Time Skiffs’ is out now. Listen and buy: anco.ffm.to/timeskiffs

[@mikedenby6771]

Purchased - can't wait 😀

[@zdsfhnbvhigf]

hi

[@jemmace2586]

💙🎼👍🥢

[@charlespancamo9771]

Prester? I hardly knew her.

[@adamdavidson9489]

Pretty weak that Avey Tare didn't play Montreal and tickets haven't been refunded.

[@jasayassa6065]

imagine being a band for like 20 years and still being close to your bandmates. i think that says a lot about the characters of animal collective

[@oaxacachaka]

Or the chemistry.

[@kaed_f]

This song is about the band growing farther away and the inevitable demise. Prestor John is breaking down. Prestor John = anco

[@hivedrops8326]

@@kaed_f no it isn't lmao

[@Wonderlikechild]

@@kaed_f Prestor John is more like... all of us, bro. Or society as a whole? Or.... the other thing!

[@arvydas0069]

...and still making incredible albums. Maybe it's a lil of that alternative schooling

[@aronntheory7239]

Avey on bass... Panda on drums... Deak and Panda harmony... GEO ON HURDY GURDY?! This is heaven.

[@CW0123]

Geo on blip bleep boops

[@slendiboi9324]

I knew that was a hurdy gurdy!! I need to get my headphones. I've only heard this through my phone speaker at work, and I'm being robbed of the full experience.

[@adderon]

Donovan approves

[@okaycola2]

How

[@tylerevans1700]

If there is somewhere that is the representation of somewhere even better than heaven, then this song and the reasons you said exactly are the true force of it's creation..

[@joevargo2777]

This is one of the most straightforward AC tracks in a while and it's very refreshing.

[@huntercopeland9371]

Best thing they’ve released since MPP, save for Meeting of the Waters. For the first time in a long time I am actually excited for the upcoming AnCo album.

[@joevargo2777]

@@huntercopeland9371 I agree but for me, I thought Bridge to Quiet was the best they had released in a long time.

[@bycorduroy8269]

you guys are nerds they’ve stayed consistently good. ‘Today’s Supernatural’ and ‘Recycling’ are both certified slappers.

[@d_e_z_1]

I've got a hypothesis that Deakin has a big part in the albums he's in, such a different feel whenever he's involved

[@ALTROTOPIA]

@@d_e_z_1 cap he’s not on their two best albums (mpp and sung tongs)

[@Ghoulsbay]

This just made every AC fan very happy: a noticeable, balance with all of the members

[@djdjdjreballaawkw9532]

Animal collective seem more like a full band than ever before to me. and that’s awesome.

[@dylant6522]

I’m happy to see Panda behind the drums again. He’s one of my favorite percussionists of all time

[@williamsmithington3157]

Yeah that’s what I’m the happiest about

[@youngthomasyorke4074]

You mean behind drum

[@messier_8246]

This is honestly the most straightforward his drumming has been. In this he sounds like an actual drummer. He said his biggest inspiration for drumming was Stewart Copeland. In AC's older music it's really hard to hear that influence and his drumming is more of a very tribal and rhythmic percussion. But now I can definitely hear an influence. I'm a drummer myself, probably still more of a beginner because I've only been drumming for really a year, but I really do think Panda Bear's drumming is impressive. He has the ability to show off but he usually chooses what's right for the song. His drumming is very humble in that way. I'd probably say Panda Bear is my biggest inspiration as a drummer and all around artist right now.

[@EXTENDEDWARRANT]

I love that live video of them playing applesauce pandas drumming is great

[@charliem5531]

His drumming on Spirit They're Gone is just straight up wacky. It's like some actual Venetian Snares/Aphex Twin IDM stuff. I think that's the album that features his drumming most prominently, but I'm surprised he isn't recognized for it more. I was totally blown away when I finally listened to that album.

[@PeterKelly]

My grandfather died after a long fight with heart disease on the day this song came out. This was the perfect track to give me a language to mourn and celebrate my grandfather.

[@Lucid_Memory]

I always listen to Anco in difficult times, very therapeutic. Glad it helped you.

[@Brendan-Black]

R.I.P.

[@grimm.fadedtv]

In peace may he rest

[@ichorousmedia]

The lyrics, to me, sound like they are describing the end of an era, and imploring us to shift our focus to what really matters in our lives. With what is ahead, it is the only thing that can save us.

[@paulweddingbox7148]

I like this

[@JuliusEchoForever]

I think that's great and seems accurate. I also gathered a feeling of staying in touch with our 'spirit' inside, not getting lost and out of touch with ourselves or growing cold, and not being entirely distracted by all the overabundance of things and digital world forming around us. :)

[@giovannacardoso7298]

@@JuliusEchoForever "screens" is kinda about this too

[@dabulls1g]

I feel like they’re hinting this will be their last album. The visuals that accompany the lyrics definitely reinforce this for me. I hope I’m wrong

[@AAARREUUUGHHHH]

AnCo are STILL unparalleled in sound design. That bass is so sexy. The jingly echoing wind chime thing just massages by brain in al the right places. Hyped for the album.

[@user-og6hl6lv7p]

Deakin's power stance while playing the keyboard is awesome.

[@ShredSledWoodPush]

I’ve been listening to AC for 15 years and I feel like this is one of their best songs ever.

[@KJ-wx2su]

same -- have listed to just about everything, even back to Automine -- and imo this is up there with some of their best work

[@musicalman1995]

Then you have pretty low expectations, sorry.

[@mikedenby6771]

Everyone is entitled to their own taste, but I wouldn't even put this in the top 20.

[@KJ-wx2su]

@@mikedenby6771 what are your top five tracks?

[@mikedenby6771]

@@KJ-wx2su Water Curses, Sleeper Factory, My Girls, What would I want? sky, and Purple Bottle

[@theH0UNDSofD00M]

I was so surprised to see a tune named Prester John, that I had to check the band. I can get used to this... I like it!

[@offbeatkiki]

I've loved a lot of their recent projects but this really feels like a return to form, I'm so happy

[@Harry_Two]

I'm glad the animals decided to collect again

[@archiving-my-favorite-arti636]

Please have deakin sing more I've been waiting for him to express himself vocally ever since his solo project! I don't care if this album take 5 years this is gonna be great

[@youngthomasyorke4074]

Check out the Deakin remix of Avalanches - Extra Kings

[@scruffmutt]

Good House is one of his best performances IMO, I’m also glad they’re handing him the mic again after Centipede Hz!

[@sorrowfulsatchel679]

you should check out his double single Harpy Sketches

[@littlepigu]

It’s coming out this year. The back cover has the year 2021 on it

[@archiving-my-favorite-arti636]

@@littlepigu it says February 2022

[@blvkopvl5979]

THIS is what I was missing about these lads! Of course I admire all of their work, but this brings me back to why I first fell in love with AC in the first place, it’s magical and reminds us of why these guys are such great visual artists

[@adrunksanta]

When you feel like your favorite band finally found its most refined sound, pure bliss my friends!

[@SKY_DWELLER333]

Absolutely. It’s like they’ve taken all of their influences and distilled them into just being a live fucking band again. Don’t get me wrong, I love there more electronic compositions, but the live feel of people playing psychedelic music in a room is what initially drew me to them in the first place. If you haven’t you should go check out a video entitled “blast skiffs,“ basically the new album compiled from broadcasts of recorded rehearsal performances from this summer before the fall tour and maybe some from the summer of 2019 when they were rehearsing for tour than as well. So glad the songs finally got recorded, and they have enough material for a second album which they will be recording live in person soon as they felt certain songs didn’t work recording remotely. UGH, sorry. I’m so stoked for all of this new music that I can’t shut up.

[@pooch72]

Can never miss a beat w these guys Man, they transcend .. and we're just lucky to be apart of it

[@oliverroberts5119]

Had a bit of a break from AC for a while, just never got around to listening to the last maybe 3 albums. Anyway just saw this in recommended and thought ah why not... oh my god 🥲 literally so happy to see my friends again

[@DiayaSpruce]

My soul needed this. I legit broke down while listening, the wait for a new jam from my favorite band has been a long tough time. Thank you Animal Collective! I knew you guys would be back and better than ever.

[@ghoulish6125]

Right there with you. I know this stuff is psychologically parasocial, but it felt like seeing an old friend and there was some catching up to do

[@resmarted]

cbeams glitter is breaking down

[@funtimes8296]

@@resmarted His heart is breaking down, nowwowww

[@houseofcjsauer]

FEB 4?? Get in the Time Skiff boys we're going to the future

[@PunkingtonGrunge]

It's just unbelievable how good this is, like FEELS good.

[@youngthomasyorke4074]

Chill out John, this is good but no Feels good

[@zxzxmatheus]

feels good man

[@serwetkowywritter1]

the song feels so good!

[@ghoulish6125]

@@youngthomasyorke4074 Thom, let the man feel

[@Nonactorjimmy]

@@youngthomasyorke4074 quit living in the Here comes the Theif era.

[@williamhermans2024]

Best end to a song, I have ever heard !!!!

[@MrBitsilly]

I remember first discovering this musical magic back in 2007! Sophomore year of high school. Always great to hear and see new stuff from you guys.

[@sivisol5023]

same here!

[@amilcarconceicao3155]

Me too! Except it was 2015 and I was a sophmore

[@triton199]

they were one of my best friends favorite bands, we went to go see them our senior year also 2007 but the show sold out before we got there. totally gutted because they played My girls way before merriweather post pavilion came out. never have managed to see them live unfortunately, one of these days!

[@TzadikTheManic]

What was the first song you heard, if you recall? For me it was “Safer” ages ago....and without getting into it, I’ll just say it was truly *life-changing*

[@jaredbumbis]

obsessed with this already. love them.

[@stevienixx6434]

Animal Collective is exactly what we all need right now

[@funtimes8296]

This is one of those songs that gets better and better with every listen. Another masterpiece.

[@NadaCero]

DEAKIN has freakin’ returned!

[@Lobroftus]

This is phenomenal. I had stopped listening to them for a while but my interest is renewed and this is such a refreshing sound from them.

[@Lobroftus]

Really reminds me of what a stripped down ODDSAC would sound like.

[@fem953]

makes me happy to see Deakin is back and looks like he's having so much fun in this video!

[@chrishunt646]

they look like they're having an absolute ball!

[@dipidjurah]

Deakin is a great guy, his solo works are beautiful.

[@jasonfossil3882]

This is one of their finest songs in an already deep catalog. I am looking forward to hearing this album soon! Comes out close to my 40th birthday. Been a fan since 2010

[@bloodiswood]

Treating every day as an image of a moment that's passed. That line hits too hard.

[@rincallinen7312]

This is so good! I can’t wait for the album!

[@Walkthedinasour]

That outro melted my brain. It's amazing to hear the boys back at it again

[@trevorscholl2949]

this is some of their most gorgeous stuff

[@ryandoan4168]

one of the sickest bass lines of alllll tiimeee cant get enough of it

[@jamesgreen17]

this is not only my fave anco song, but one of my favourite songs ever

[@nicolasb7]

i forgot how much i love this band until now.

[@WhoDatFile]

Slow and building and breathable. I'm glad to hear this again from the best.

[@charlesbeerguy474]

This is the best thing I've heard from the band in ages. Don't know if it's a year or two of contemplation or Avey picking up a bass or being old enough to figure out how to be a classic rock band but every bit of this track works.

[@doranstewartstewart6521]

One of the most influential groups of our lifetime hands down.

[@Tillansia]

It gets better every time I watch 🥺

[@Weirder_the_better]

Man. Full body goosebumps. I am so PUMPED by this! I still remember the feeling of being blown away by "For Reverend Green" so many years ago. I have loved seeing your evolution over the years. Hoping to be there in Philly to see you next March!

[@dropkick45]

i remember watching a live video where they played this a while back, you could tell it was special right away, everyone in the crowd was clearly so moved by it even having never heard the song before, thats so rare, what a great song

[@RM---]

this gives me goose bumps, especially the 2nd half of the song

[@mehokable]

@@RM--- when the bass kicks in!

[@magic_ohh]

At first I was slightly bored by how traditional it is instrumentally, but upon hearing it several times now I'm hearing so much texture and subtlety throughout the entire song and I'm really loving it. You guys are always surprising 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@indridcold777]

This gives me hope because I was so stoked to listen to it first thing this morning and it almost put me back to bed 😔

[@CW0123]

Same

[@mikeexits]

@@indridcold777 Being half-awake can do strange things to your experience of reality.

[@colete888]

dude it grew on me so fucking much, like I felt it was okay at first glance but omg after a few more listens, the synth melodies are so good in this one, the bassline is killer, the vocal armonies too.

[@indridcold777]

@@mikeexits full disclosure, I had been up for 2hrs at that point, I just meant that it was the first music I'd heard that day. But it may just be the state of my fandom because I haven't really vibed anything after CHz and thought Painting With needed a brand new production job. All said, I've gotta give it a few more listens before I make up my mind; I'm not a paid music reviewer 😏

[@camerondavis6216]

This week I rediscovered my love for their music. Sleeping to their records every night and reimagining myself after a tough breakup. This was completely unexpected but feels utterly meant to be and I’m just glad I can share it with all you guys

[@tokugawa7]

You're not alone. 😊

[@87edrag]

i feel the same way!!

[@jaceybenton]

This is so personally meaningful. I am grateful for your work. It touches me so deeply.

[@hnazgul]

When I first heard AC, Feels was the newest album. What a joy it is to hear this track in 2021 after so many beautiful cycles of aesthetic evolution. Cheers for the inevitable tour!

[@EverythingWentSideways]

MY GOD this is amazing, already hooked. cannot wait for February!!!

[@adderon]

Impressed by the first 3 minutes of this. Also this is the origin song of the Deak's vampire in Oddsac (he used to be Prester John before he broke down.)

[@chaotickreg7024]

This is so beautiful. This is the first time I've seen them all four of them making music together with their faces visible, they're such precious human beings. It's especially impactful as I think this is their first release since the pandemic hit. Animal Collective addresses themes of genuine emotional expression, pure joyful love, the act of awareness, the raw carnal experience of being an animal, the confusion that comes with being born, the absurdity of existing, the desperate helplessness of loss, and just the overwhelming simple ecstasy of being alive in a way that I've never heard from any other musical experience. They know what it's like to be me, and I know what it's like to be them because we are all going through the human experience together. We wake up under the same sky and we sit on the same warm rock together. I would love to talk to them and trade poems. I love all of you. You are all members of my community. I feel an indescribable camaraderie with every living thing on this planet, like we owe everything we have to each other. No matter what happens to you in your future, I hope you enjoy sharing this planet and this life.

[@GuilhermePreissler]

This is beautiful, thanks for brightening my day

[@chaotickreg7024]

@@GuilhermePreissler Thank you for noticing my comment and taking a moment to reply! Life is kinda bonkers, isn't it?

[@SKY_DWELLER333]

Beautifully said, and right back at you. Although if I can be an Animal Collective nerd here for a second and just say that they have actually had two releases since the pandemic started. The bridge to quiet EP in July of 2020 and the Chrestone sound track which came out earlier this year that includes only Deakin and Geologist but is really good if you like desert ambient. Be blessed and be well, friend.

[@buck_swope]

Love you too buddy.

[@improvisedexplosivesmusic]

☝️😭

[@kylelindstrom1916]

Yes to that deak solo vocal moment!

[@Pj676]

so proud of him

[@logansworth]

Avey's catchy bassline is giving me LIFE!!!

[@ZenMonkeyGod]

Good lord, everything about this is sublime.

[@had0uk3n32]

So in love with this. One of my favorite AnCe songs.

[@heysatan8]

I heckin' love this video. It's like watching them at a live show, but with even better ambiance. It's just so nice to see them all together jamming out like this.

[@SF_Bud]

A ray of pure light after many years of darkness, is what this FEELS like.

[@hippiecheezburger5457]

I see the 4 of them are together again, pretty good track too. I think this video is a perfect visual for what the song sounds like.

[@ameliasparkles13]

Mind blowing, what a beautiful return to roots with that new bloom. Missed you guys

[@mochigirl444]

First few seconds, oh yeah this is definitely AC. I loved this song so much and can't believe how you guys sound the best you've ever sounded. Aging very well.

[@conleylow4038]

This was well worth the wait. Truly sounds awesome. The album should be fantastic.

[@cweamy_whyp]

this has grown on me so much. loving it!

[@victordennett]

Like they're harmonizing with each other, I'll harmonize with this comment section. Thank you guys so freaking much! I love this song. Whether the other songs are similar or totally different I just know it's gonna rock! Thanks guys! I quit a job yesterday and need to job hunt now, and this will be my soundtrack. Much love! Saw you in Bermingham Alabama many years ago, love from Alabama!

[@Awzzie_]

that's my hometown ♥ from Denver

[@Weirder_the_better]

Good luck on the job hunt! I hope you find something that fulfills your soul. :)

[@bradnaylor35]

Wild, I also quit a job yesterday. Good luck on the job hunt my friend!

[@victordennett]

@@Weirder_the_better Thank you very much. This is the kind of nice atmosphere a song like this engenders!

[@victordennett]

@@bradnaylor35 Good luck to you too. We're just hitting a bump in the road. Lots of jobs out there. We'll all be doing better come 2022.

[@themattrobinson]

I can't stop listening to this song. The layering is extra superb! This sound I can get behind!

[@KawaiSprite]

thank you guys

[@MrGordonGartrelle]

3:23 GREAT Geddy Lee/Chris Squire bass tone. LOVE IT.

[@tylerevans1700]

I love you🎉

[@craigtothec]

While I liked Centipede Hz and Painting With, there's a big difference between AC when they try to push and explore new music styles vs when they just settle in and focus on the soul of the music. This track has that soul again and I'm super excited.

[@mistydayremainsofthejudgment]

Glad I’m not the only one who feels exactly how you described

[@HighMonkeyMonk]

Both those albums are trash tbh. Only two I didn't like.

[@SKY_DWELLER333]

I thought centipede was a masterpiece. Honestly got into it quicker than MPP if you can believe it. I just think I was expecting something slightly different from what we got after listening to so many live bootlegs of the MPP era and also being at the very first show where they played that material live I think the less evolved versions of the songs took on a really major significance for me. Painting with took me a very long time to get into, but I dig it now, but this, this is going to be the best album since feels. I can feels it.

[@ParanoidParkProject]

What a lovely song. Plane and simple

[@kuokenghung2395]

It is been a long time. So glad to hear this new song.

[@stellabluelulu]

Since Painting With they have released one album/visual album, one score, one live album, one single, and three EPS (two of them over 30 minutes), they never left!

[@kennypyne7821]

@@stellabluelulu true, but this album feels like a main catalogue LP

[@jeffsmith1389]

It's not even then next album is

[@milaleela7055]

This is so chilled and melancholic. I love

[@ForestRoute]

I'm so excited by all the new songs I've heard so far. This album is going to be incredible.

[@tylerevans1700]

PB on drums always strums my heart strings.. Oooooofff

[@tylerevans1700]

After seeing em play this stuff live, Avey on bass is my new favorite thing in the whole wide universe. Except for my doggy baby. They are tied though 😜

[@amandag2053]

i'm so happy I really needed this right now. It is beautiful and makes me really excited for the full album. I got to say, it's interesting seeing them in the music video. We don't often get to see that. So it's like a treat :)

[@ezu5131]

Very good! I feel like AnCo really shines on their simpler songs, this was a pleasant return to what they do best. Excited for the album

[@Skygreen89]

Love it. Classic AnCo. Chilled out, atmospheric, dreamy, eerie. Perfect blend. I don't feel like im having the worst salvia trip in the world like i did with Centipede Hz/Painting With lol. This is kick-ass. Great way to start the morning

[@diegonasdaq]

I am glad to listen them again

[@grayson09090]

What is this that I'm feeling? This is so awesome! Thank you AnCo!!! 💜 I'm so excited for the new record. Can't wait!!

[@joliebulifant4995]

I’m seeing them tonight!!! The Paradise Rock Club in Boston. I’m so excited!!! ☀️☀️☀️

[@aerouwid4624]

the synergy between these 4 guys is telepathic in this song, this is beautiful,, as much as i loved their last 3 albums, this sounds like a return to form, it sounds so organic, not nearly as cold and sterile as painting with or centipede hz.. this feels more warm, psychedelic and organic like a nice hug. cant wait for the new album

[@vinterbukser2261]

.........honestly, this song and " ISOLATION BY THE IMPURES " are some of the best songs i heard and are keeping me going during these hard times.........

[@lenniewall]

And just like that Animal Collective solved all my problems again

[@shisnay]

I don't have words for all the emotions and thoughts swirling in my head from this song and video, all I can say is that I deeply love it.

[@rileycontent1595]

Ive never cried this much to an AC song. Dam guys, we love you

[@IRLKhaha]

My favorite from the Album. Reminds me of the older stuff and not the solo or experimental work they had going on for awhile

[@purpledreams89]

It gets better and better, such a masterpiece

[@kylepoff3287]

it's amazing because it's so simple and easy to listen to, catchy, and changes in such graceful unexpected ways. ...goddamn classic AC

[@darthstryk7169]

I'm excited for the album.

[@davidgaliata75]

One of their best…… pure magic.

[@redskies4530]

Hi I recommend an indie pop/rock song called 'Looking Into The Mirror' By Robert Nix

[@samescourt3801]

Bro this is about to be their best album since Merriweather I can just feel it IM SO FUCKING HYPED RN AUUUUGGJHHHHH

[@jwhipp]

Don't jinx it!

[@23lFrench]

Everything since Merriweather has been disappointing for me. That album was a masterpiece and one of the greatest albums ever. Dropped some classics before Merriweather too, hope they have a good comeback.

[@echoes444]

Agreed, should be promising

[@breakingdog]

@@23lFrench maybe their studio albums were a little lackluster, but their concerts have never been less than brilliant. Hearing the live version of painting with is soooo good...it was never meant to be heard with small speakers or headphones. Their sound was meant to thrust your body.

[@palbo4]

(don't forget they've got two albums coming out soon)

[@kyle23rocks]

Yesss this is like the AC i first listened to! definitely their older style that brings back prime memories and experiences!

[@MagicTurtle643]

Absolutely amazing. Sounds truly fantastic. Can't wait for February.

[@TheOnlyJuann]

AnCo literally flexing on us with this heavenly tune.

[@guerecarossen908]

They are getting older but I still love them! Love this song 🤙

[@ToastyRoland]

Just so good. I've heard this... a lot now. Cheers.

[@KJ-wx2su]

Instant classic -- you can tell Deak had some influence on this track -- welcome back bois

[@samuelharris6513]

Very happy to see you guys doing what you love after all these years. You know what is good, and you do it well. Thank you.

[@esaibalderas]

that hurdy gurdy solo at the end is too hard

[@bravetherainbow]

I never knew that's the sound of a hurdy gurdy before today, the mystery of Piggy Knows has been solved for me

[@weaseltears3785]

Love hearing Deakin add his lower register to these harmonies this is so beautiful and I love these boys. LEAK THE NEW ALBUM DEAK

[@lupaloops4166]

Really refreshing simplicity. It sounds new and different (as expected from AnCo) but you could hear little sprinkles of their experimental roots with the little arpeggios and samples.