Bartees Strange - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

KEXP.ORG presents Bartees Strange performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded December 16, 2021.
Songs:
Mustang
Kelly Rowland
Stone Meadows
Boomer
Bartees Strange - Vocals / Guitar
Jordyn Blakely - Drums
John Daise - Bass
Dan Kleederman - Guitar
Graham Richman - Keyboards
Host: Larry Mizell, Jr.
Audio Engineer: Julian Martlew
Mastering: Matt Ogaz
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz & Scott Holpainen
Editor: Scott Holpainen
www.barteesstrange.com
kexp.org

[@willjones4992]

this guy is going to be massive. he is the embodiment of everything people are really digging about the alternative music coming out these days leaning into some of the emo stuff that people are coming back around on but he has that mainstream appeal you rarely hear from artists of his popularity and scene.

[@MrMuttenchop]

This drummer has my heart.

[@Baribrotzer]

This guy+musicians is/are all over the map stylistically - everything from Eighties alt-rock to live band hip-hop - and they're good at all of it. It's great. Not enough people have the guts to just follow their ear and do that.

[@victorroffe9983]

Blown away by the variety of genres and they sound tight as can be - lots of real talent- the drummer is astonishing

[@evelynwoodward-johnson2229]

His new drummer @tkjohnson_ is even moreso and even recently got a Meinl endorsement.

[@tadrimmey8746]

A friend shared the name Bartees Strange with me. I was not familiar with their music. I am so glad that I have learned about this amazing artist! I completely agree with the previous comments. Bartees is all over the place, hitting different genres impeccably. The band is all great, with the drummer totally nailing it! I am now a big fan!!

[@willjones4992]

saw him before lucy dacus without knowing what i was in for and he was top 3 live shows i saw all year

[@JovanNecakov]

Mr. Strange is a true rocknrolla, never stop what you're doing 'cause we need it.

[@DrrNickk]

Wow! That synth and drumming on another level!

[@evelynwoodward-johnson2229]

His new drummer is also next-level, and she joined him right after graduating from Berklee College of Music in May 2022. You can follower her along with Sheila E and her other 90k followers. @tkjohnson_

[@robgoodfellow]

Bartees Strange is bad ass. And the drummer is over the top, low key fire.

[@jacksonmayham4875]

Like how all the band has that chemistry, you can see they love what they're doing and and are deeply moved by their songs. You want to play in a band where it's hard to hold back the tears. Such a great performance

[@donmega054]

Bartees gets better and better and better

[@donmega054]

It's testament to the songwriting and the passion with which they play these songs that they explore the elements, flesh them out, or make them so bombastic. I don't think there's been an artist/group this immediate for me in a long time. From the record, to the evolution of the live shows, to the constant touring. Just incredible.

[@frankthorne11]

The best bands aren't afraid to follow what they really love and trust that their will always be an audience that follow and pay for the privilege . The fans will sing with you.

[@FalardeMusicaeLegal]

How can a band be this good? I traveled through decades of music in just one song. Bartees has been a whole new experience for me. Super brave.

[@ceeb420]

Bartees Strange is an absolute legend. Live Forever is one of the most unique albums I've ever heard in my life, and Kelly Rowland was in my top 5 streamed songs on Spotify last year. I can't wait to hear what his next album is gonna be like.

[@uri674]

Bartees knows the true power of the behringer pedals

[@DaYungPaperChaselol]

I told my boss I was working that's a lie/i'm watching this

[@modelo2107]

Wow what a sick singer man! Amazing voice and range! Wow!

[@Steven-wm9vu]

This is beyond fantastic. KEXP for life.

[@wr9192]

I was moved to actual tears watching these musicians and listening to these sonic emotions. Unbelievable art this man and his friends create.

[@carvinblack]

Understandable. The melodies pull The Feels.

[@dsjxo]

Dan and Graham kill it so hard in this one

[@theos6848]

Such positive vibes and GREAT interview as well. Really like these guys message. Inspirational!

[@becomingamirror]

Thank you for this joy! I needed to feel something again!

[@fabriccouch]

This is fucking unbelievable. Holy shit. THIS IS WHAT IT IS!

[@michaelashby4176]

What an unbelievably diverse set! Each song is incredible, but especially Stone Meadows..my god what a performance from every member

[@callocjr]

Amazing show bruv 👏🏿 🙌🏿

[@EmeraldAquarium]

So glad this was recommended. Fantastic!

[@wolfganggarrigan5716]

dude, all of this... incredible. super earnest, energetic, felt. thanks Bartees Strange and KEXP!

[@thoreauvian.2699]

One of the best KEXP in-studios I've seen in a long, long time. Killed it y'all!

[@reiartefotografia]

Maravilha demais! What a great band!

[@borissudakov2492]

I've been listening to this for the ninth day in a row! It's great!

[@philiptiley35]

What an incredible band. What an a humble interview. Thanks (AGAIN!) to KEXP for the discovery.

[@thepeaceguy1]

A magical array of instrumental fabulousness

[@schoonda13295]

Epic performance and such a fantastic interview

[@nertervern]

Saw them live at BAM. Electric performance! One of the best opening acts I've seen.

[@workingtoseethelight8244]

Ok one more comment but has been too many years and am happy to see some Bartees, Strange but thank the Gods... and again many blessings to all involved....

[@luludelasnubes]

POW-ER-FOOL !! Amazing punch and vibes !

[@ZacharyWThomas]

Every member of this band is tight as hell but holy shit that drummer is so good 🔥🔥

[@erinw28]

super excited to see him open up car seat headrest at the anthem in dc!!

[@MonoYMonoRecords]

John Daise for the WIN

[@marie-bm6lf]

I love them wow can’t wait to see them open for car seat

[@Aleph-Noll]

he also co prodruced oceanators new album! you should check it out. the album release party is in brooklyn in april!

[@TheSpitacular]

Absolutely my new favorite artist.

[@RegularDude00]

This is great!

[@memerman7756]

Saw him when he opened for car seat headrest . Was blown away with the performance

[@herchal]

yup, opened up for interpol in toronto and mustang blew me away

[@dalecheatum4537]

Wow. What a fresh new sound

[@leakim17]

Awesome !

[@DonC23]

these guys are fucking sick!! another fucking amazing find thanks to kexp :)))

[@Gnomaxx]

Belle intensité. Merci.

[@spokonara]

yes!

[@zazito34]

Absolutely banger

[@cutgun1017]

saw them at shaky knees and it was amazing!

[@daneguitarist1]

daaaaang so good!

[@nataliel4836]

Excellent

[@MoonsickStridor]

Of all the newest indie rock artists I've seen come out in the past few years, Bartees Strange (and co) are capital-R "Rock," and I'm so glad that in no way do they sound like the past to my ears. Capital-R Rock that is forward facing is soooooo refreshing.

[@ignacioernesto]

great band

[@Chico-ix3lr]

Mano do céu o que é isso???? Espetacular!

[@raykolcun752]

Amazing talent. I'm late to this party, but I did check out his album, and I'm not being critical at all, but live this band brings it hard, without the overwhelming atmospheric reverb that seems to be common with indie bands at this point. Fantastic musicianship, exceptional drumming, all around great stuff.

[@dutchstoner]

Hell YEAH!

[@RobDykester]

love the drummer's t-shirt

[@workingtoseethelight8244]

took at least 4 seconds but you deserved the like and many more blessings...

[@paulfitz6614]

He's so good. A wonderful blend of genres. I just wish they played heavy heart in this set.

[@OhHeDead]

DC represent!!!

[@clintonshaddaughertyplaysg817]

Where have you been all my life!

[@davidmunoz3687]

weon esta la raja la banda!!!!! saludos desde Chile!!!!

[@stffn]

what an energy!! unbelievable. thanks so much!

[@haveacoke247]

reppin that Deep Sea Diver tee :)

[@blackswanmtg]

That last song reminds me a lot of early Coheed and Cambira.

[@EstebanJulianRamos]

Immense

[@danieldryden3403]

Great sound plenty of music tekkers all round excellence will add to my allowed bands list 😉😎

[@TheeFeels382]

Hes really good. I mean boomer is easily one of the best songs ever. I probably found my second fav musician after ty segall.

[@jaywoo5545]

Stone Meadows... Wow

[@davidom2832]

I hope they will come on FRANCE one day ans if possible in Brest Brittany the blast city before crossing the Atlantic. . Super groupe , super musique enfin tout super !!! David LD

[@KrisKhunachak]

This is.. revelatory. Bartees is the pulse, right now.

[@craigtaylor9049]

Love this!

[@chloepoudrier9309]

Shit I loved this!!! Downloading their album now

[@TheoVinBro]

This performance of Stone Meadows sounds like a lost Mars Volta track, and I mean that in a very very good way.

[@Cfiz06]

the pandemic needed this band

[@Juscasbra]

BARTEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES

[@classicaltrav]

cool O.O

[@Diemotherdiefather]

watchin' this while eating my miso soup plus salted rice. Lovin' it! The food and the music, i mean. Go Bartees Strange, go!

[@INADRM]

this is so fuckin sick

[@mauricioggl8754]

I love his tshirt ! Deep Sea Diver :D

[@MrMuttenchop]

I hear Circa and so many other influnces in one set.

[@user-cc8uo1if6n]

Блин, ну классно же! Такой необычный вокал!

[@brent_e_wood]

This is so cool! I wanna say I hear Ben Harper, but it's so much more with the keys and the JAMMING guitars! Nice work!

[@charlielenk1677]

Toured with Lucy Dacus? Damn I missed it.

[@carvinblack]

Damn, where did she get that shirt!? ❤❤❤

[@cozyboi1876]

Does anyone know the drummers name?!!

[@workingtoseethelight8244]

And am so happy there are a few more humans that understand a basic beat structure... ???

[@chrishinman8791]

I almost skipped after 2 minutes… damn I’m glad I stayed the diversity and range of skills is amazing Blown away amazing wow

[@henryagza9763]

Bloc Party 2.0 ?? :D

[@ojag95]

I think the same

[@TheeFeels382]

Hopefully he will be better.

[@jonshoegaze6032]

honestly im never heard block party 2.0, but this is amazing.

[@kiereluurs1243]

'My man'.... #voidCliches

[@AhmedSalem-ur5bp]

I see they got something for everyone. I personally love their rock songs, but not a big fan of the hip hop stuff.

[@mediumshreddercheese]

Drummer

[@markhall3323]

Too much chat

[@uberzzzz648]

Без обид, музыка очень крутая,Я такую обожаю,но вот певец невкатил в эту сторону вообще никау

[@wilburwokeii8298]

Has more of an imagine dragons barenaked ladies vibe than people want to admit to… not bad tho