Ben Howard - Rock Werchter 2023

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[@jillesoom3305]

God this version of black flies is one of the best ive seen in years... Him just continuing on his own into the intro of the fear is insane

[@_greta_music_]

Yeah!

[@benamblerjuddy]

I’ve been obsessed with this bloke since a teen and man this new album is unreal! How can one be so talented 🤯 never get sick of him

[@brittanywellman7587]

Couldn’t agree more. This one and Collections… have been my absolute favorites of any album. Never heard a song I didn’t like sang by him. ❤

[@saramcq]

Ben with his scream yelling and India at 30:30 so much emotion so much nostalgia and then just moving on into the fear… im not crying

[@mgchato]

That version of Black Flies was nothing short of majestic

[@terrysterling4134]

It was good but try this version he did with Daughter live kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHvWkqh6gZmAqac&ab_channel=AnneleRoi

[@bosoSTUku]

Days of Lanatana is absolutely jawdropping. Brought me to tears.

[@Toosha1974]

I had the same feeling.

[@benjabr0]

An all timer from Ben and the band.

[@grostas78]

The world only turns twice, one for the laughters, one for the memory after... Such a beautiful line

[@desmay2studios]

Couldn't find timestamps in the comments so here you go. Apologies if someone has already done it and I've stepped on their toes. 0:28 - Walking Backwards 9:15 - Couldn't Make It Up 13:53 - Days of Lantana (mild language warning) 20:23 - Ben - "That's the best one, it's all downhill from here!" 20:43 - In Dreams 25:30 - Black Flies 31:30 - The Fear 36:56 - Moonraker 41:24 - Small Things 47:35 - Spirit (false start) 49:59 - Spirit 56:55 - I Forget Where We Were

[@davinaziska9109]

I've been following Ben for 10 years now and been to so many of his gigs, but this was definitely one of my all time favourites. Him and the band were just in such good shape and the atmosphere was phenomenal. The setlists and little laughs and talks made me so happy, just couldn't stop crying. 💙

[@hartdawgg]

End of Spirit was pretty amazing to watch and quite emotional. Recognition.

[@janvanosselaer1856]

I had the same! Crying out of pure happiness 😁

[@diefruchtfliege1901]

So cool to see India in the band again!

[@blingclem]

An experience I'll remember for the rest of time

[@AshB2023]

So good to see India playing with them.

[@robinsiegert]

Love Spirit so muuuch. One of the bests

[@easyeeks]

Great to see India back

[@wesleybullock814]

Indeed... Is she his sister or lover

[@shaymcguinness9169]

@@wesleybullock814she’s neither, just a friend and part of the live band.

[@kyliekylie5547]

​@@wesleybullock814I think she was a family friend grew up with Ben and his sis.

[@Heartofiron9]

Cathy Lucas>>

[@Caluma122]

Gotta love India! It's not "Ben Howard" without her.

[@earthtonikka]

GODDAMN THIS VERSION OF BLACK FLIES

[@mayank1984]

Was lucky enough to be there, front row (for which I had to arrive 6 hours early. Although I’m not complaining, I caught bear’s den while waiting for Ben’s act) and it was just perfection.

[@saramcq]

So jealous. What a lineup

[@s4mcote]

The Fear, wow! Sounded amazing.

[@junkyarddog303]

He’s still brilliant 🔥 💯

[@sdp-ui2lw]

Watching this from Vancouver BC Canada. Looking forward to seeing Ben in November. I have followed him since day one. I love the new album. Ben genuinely seems happy and I am so happy to see India again.

[@saramcq]

Its so nice to see them all together again! I managed to see them in 2015 in van and will be at the show in November too. Counting down the days!

[@stevecharles3107]

Oh my goodness, that version of Black Flies 🥲

[@liamgoodwin134]

Days of Lantana is just mind-blowing!!!!

[@dtf-productions6134]

Every album it seems like he comes out of his shell just a bit more 😊

[@AshB2023]

He certainly seems a lot happier with this record. That comment about Noonday Dream before Moonraker would almost back that up.

[@dtf-productions6134]

@@AshB2023 I fully agree with you. In some ways, I find that intriguing and disappointing to hear, because noonday dream is probably the most influential album for me personally…

[@johnjay6502]

@@AshB2023 there's a good reason he's barely playing anything from it on this tour

[@JoacoBustillo]

The realization of what happened to Ben and how he describes it in his music on the new record is just such a remarkable thing, completely fascinating. I keep immersing myself in his poetry and the emotions he expresses through his singing. 'I walk on my own, violence arrives just the same, and I walk on my own (spirit... Is it?) nah, it's just sublime. Thank you for creating so much magic.💙

[@mediocrityatbest412]

Wait what happened to him what did I miss?

[@takumiandstuff]

@@mediocrityatbest412he had strokes twice

[@lamesewaterfield1617]

Omg

[@vidanalyse8525]

Couldn't make it up - great version. Overall perfect show!

[@phoenixflame240]

I am beyond stoked and excited for his US stop in Oakland It will be my first time seeing him LIVE and... Part of me is also not ready 😂...it's THE Ben Howard. His music always helps me when I'm down or need quiet time. LOVE THIS MAN

[@efcDust]

What a wonderful show. Thx for the upload. And it's so cool to see India on stage again aswell :)

[@emilylouise158]

How does this sound better live than the album?? Just sublime

[@Sailboatkids]

totally agree, its mental. love it

[@regimathreggie3981]

Wow....brilliant live performance 🎉🎉🎉

[@NewcomerzockerAG]

Now thats a hot tracklist. Wish i was there

[@Rudiruhr]

Been there to watch the Editors later on and can‘t stop listening to Spirit. What an amazing song!

[@matthewwallace9452]

This was so good I threw myself and a bottle of scotch out the window. I drank and cried.

[@jamprosteve]

kier means love❤

[@tomniel9146]

Really nice to see Ben is playing songs from former albums in his sets more often even from Every Kingdom. Was missing that when I last saw him during I Forget Where We Were tour :) The mix is perfect, as the new ones are an evolved sound.

[@volfoniraoul6743]

Thanks for this wonderful sharing! I ve seen Ben in Paris 2 days ago, amazing as usual ! Hopefully he goes well despite 2 strokes occured in march and April of this year..😢😢

[@palindrome8858]

He had the 2 strokes last year, not this year. I couldn't help but think about that when I was there at Werchter. Ben is 9 months younger than me, I was really shocked to hear that. First time I saw him live, very intense and unforgettable show.

[@mikehendriks7]

This version of In Dreams 😍

[@phoenixflame240]

The fact there isn't a sea of screens...just taking the whole performance in... We love to see it

[@oksana92401]

I love him 😊❤ just every song new sound, new atmosphere. I love so much watching his live performances its so inspirational 🤗😍🤩😊 thank you!!

[@brettwintersmusic]

A musical alchemist...Such an inspiring set.

[@aresavaldivia]

The Spirit part when he talks to the audience is gold 😂 What an astonishing show...I'd give anything to go back in time to be there.

[@EPmager]

It seems like the Glastonbury experience has flipped a switch in him in regards to how to engage with a non-intimate audience. There are clips from recent shows after Glasto where he also does the sing-along bit & casually talks, jokes around and explains the general vibe for the gigs and introduces songs.

[@Honeybadgerrs]

I think it was adorable haha I really like seeing different sides to him over the years. Always a curious person and I admire him for that

[@david-vk6gw]

I can't seem to find that part where is it?

[@aresavaldivia]

@@david-vk6gw47:25

[@Odireleng_K]

You never disappoint. 💯

[@Caluma122]

Oh that's a wicked set list! I am going to save this to listen to later.

[@theginganaut9254]

Imagine being such a incredible and confident singer that you play with pitch "imperfects" to add the vibe of the record of "is it". And then tighten the vocals up for "in dreams" "the fear", "small things" ect. 😍

[@EPmager]

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[@dtf-productions6134]

It’s called “real” music

[@EPmager]

@@dtf-productions6134 the less in‐tune, the realer 🤭

[@prezeskgr]

what a setlist!

[@johandewit8418]

Thank you so much for sharing this! Such amazing set! I was lucky to see Ben in Amsterdam a few weeks ago.

[@kyliekylie5547]

Kier has the BEST Ben!! Top tier

[@stellale_8221]

I love him so much 🥺❤ he deserves only the best! wonderful set ✌

[@andrewscott8524]

What a day to go around 😊

[@joliekulsar532]

I would have given ANYTHING to be at this show!

[@GaIaAndYoMama]

Ben holding my hand in Tulsa,Oklahoma for 5 yrs. ❤crystal t

[@Keyakina]

damn hate that I had to miss this! Even IFWWW songs!! It feels ben has fun playing again!

[@Toosha1974]

Hi Kier, thank you so much for posting this video. I just loved the set list Ben's band played. I live in Australia and you have made me so happy. Cheers !!

[@EmilyDragonQueen]

25:23 Black Flies. You're welcome 😊

[@solitasu]

İ feel lucky to know you guys ❤❤

[@MarkReeves-g3r]

I was luckily enough to be there. Simply incredible performance, I also came up hard during days of lantana which amplified everything by about 20 😂

[@kekovillarreal1]

Thanks for this upload Kier!

[@npegg]

thank you kier - only love brother

[@hereallyfast]

HE'S DOING OLD SONGS?!?!?! I might see 10 shows next year

[@michelle.castro]

This is amazing, I wish I can see BH live sometime soon 🤍

[@alisamccathern8611]

It made me SO SAD to see the announcement this morning - that the decision had been made to cancel the US and Canada shows. Came to KZbin to get a BH fix for my soul. This show is the ultimate salve. Will be in line to buy another ticket when he reschedules Denver, Colorado. Or anywhere!! My daughter and her roommate had tickets for the Los Angeles show. It'll hold. Be well, Ben! (PS: THRILLED to see India here!!)

[@mikkilee-ry2te]

thaaaanx. pure joy.

[@RhondaHallahan-qj2uf]

Makes the heart grow fonder!. Of the "desert land"ales the wander! No further! Than I am. Better now

[@DUBaviator]

What a performance.

[@anninsacredsounds3032]

46:05 electric ⚡️

[@liamkelly1848]

Even though I prefer his newer stuff great to see him revisit some of his older tracks! Insane set list! Wish I was there ❤

[@jordandionne2814]

The same reason I drove 16 hours as a panicky 19 year old to see Bon Iver, will be the reason I cross oceans to see Ben live, if that's what's needed.

[@jj85558]

The band is stellar! Glad to see India too.

[@TheAusWarrior]

Is that India Bourne back in his band?

[@Angel-sd3dp]

Gosh! This is such a great performance. I am so sad that I only discovered Ben Howard in 2018 after they had toured South Africa about 8 years ago. Doubt they will return here anytime soon 😭

[@EPmager]

They’re coming to India this year so you never know 😜

[@moonlightransom]

the intro to days of lantana is so spicy

[@EPmager]

You mean harmonically or in how low & aggressive the first few strums are?

[@RaphaelNether]

I thought that Casino de Paris was the best live performance ever from him, but this one was simply astonishing. He came to a level as an artist where he's not entirely bound to his recent work on his tours, he's merging his old work with the new and it's simply beautiful and mesmerizing.

[@_greta_music_]

Amazing concert!

[@sirulrichvonlichtenstein4851]

Ben is always best live. And that best is even better with India in the band.

[@RhondaHallahan-qj2uf]

❤

[@lordgrums7414]

47:30😂

[@Caluma122]

Nice for the upload @Kier This has literally been on repeat since you uploaded it. Really enjoyed the latest album and finally went to see him @AlexandraPalace this year which was literal dreams come true. As others have said, great to see him play a whole range of tracks from all the albums. I'd been gushing if he played "In Dreams". But got "End of the Affair" and "Oats in the Water" so

[@RhondaHallahan-qj2uf]

No bigger than a beggers hands.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mathias-sw3ok]

Nice❤

[@alexyeskov7601]

rock werchter 2018 here, I'd say 2023 was better

[@iMertin]

cheers again man .. didnt know i wasnt subbed so hit away

[@whoisdanna]

People don’t make music like this anymore

[@JeroenB1990]

Thanks for sharing ❤ The part where he is saying thanks for listening to the entirety of noonday dream. What is he talking about there?

[@david-vk6gw]

I think it's because the last time he was at the venue the crowd enjoyed the album more than other crowds did

[@Macchiato293]

♪♥︎🎧

[@excuse_me_mister]

Very interesting choice of songs for a festival set.

[@EPmager]

definitely a much better set than Glasto (Ben also does night sets much better)

[@mentalist1983]

Неужели я опять виду Индию Борн. Какое счастье

[@kristybrea3022]

Black flies 👌

[@Heartofiron9]

The audience failed at singing the spirit is Me

[@kevinmole9982]

Its a mastepiece of an album.

[@KS-ky3ln]

What’s the name of the first song? Knocked me out of this word ❤🎉❤

[@kier.]

Walking Backwards. here is the official video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoammGqimsuXas0 . There is also some brilliant other versions of the tune.

[@jelley6404]

It upsets me how he says that was the only place he enjoyed the noonday tour

[@stenerogdrikkerkaffe]

Oh man what he said about noonday dream bummed me out. I was at the noonday dream concert in Copenhagen and people were SO dreary and were just standing there looking displeased that he didn't play his old songs or whatever ( then again Danish people tend to just stand around at concerts looking displeased, people always look at me weirdly for dancing and enjoying myself) Ben Howard looked like he just wanted it done with but performed amazingly anyhow. Even with all the racist shit coming out of Denmark and Denmark just in general being a shitty nation I don't think I've ever been more embarrassed of my country men 😅 I don't understand why a lot af people didn't seem to get noonday dream I think it was a masterpiece. Got tickets for the next concert in Copenhagen in June and I'm bummed that it's a seated concert but hey if people are just going to stand still and look dreary you might as well get them a fucking chair 😂

[@fromtheday9461]

yeah its a shame not many people enjoyed ND. It was the same at London Brixton and Dublin 3Arena. I still think the album is a genuine masterpiece and what I witnessed live was magical

[@rhinoskin7550]

The timing for Days of Lantana is so difficult. He was bummed they fell off haha. We don't mind tho :D

[@kyrirhcp]

Am I noticing an absence of Collections From the Whiteout in his tour?

[@lordgrums7414]

There is a lot from Collections? Finder’s Keepers has been played many times, also Follies Fixture and Metaphysical Cantations. There are no Noonday songs, though, is that what you meant?

[@Crimsonzs]

There's no Whiteout songs on this particular performance but he's generally been doing 4 from Whiteout, 4 from IFWWW, a couple from EK and the rest being Is It.

[@mayank1984]

He had just an hour long time slot to fit in his performance, so had to limit his set list. He usually plays Promise during this summer’s tour too, but couldn’t fit it in this show because of the time crunch.

[@kyrirhcp]

@@lordgrums7414 maybe those performances have gone under my radar. I'm glad I'm wrong, though. I'll have to search a little more. It's exciting to know there are renditions I've not yet heard.

[@david-vk6gw]

​@@lordgrums7414it's such a same i love Noonday dream

[@lewuss1881]

thanks semaj :)

[@EPmager]

what's a samage

[@craigdodds1613]

Is India back 😮

[@khawarjahanzeb5383]

This version of 'couldn't make it up' so much better than album one 😍

[@gerritpleijter9724]

And eh....... Indie is back!!!!

[@Heartofiron9]

WE NEED CATHY LUCAS BACK

[@jonpeach5851]

Can’t help feel his voice isn’t the best at the start maybe something going on with the mic or his throat ?

[@brianshickey]

I love you Ben but am still choked that you had to bail on the Vancouver & North American Tour. If it was for your health I truly wish you the best. If it was because of poor ticket sales, then that might be even more sad. You can figure out what kind of sad I’m referring to.

[@Jd-lt4tx]

Getting more like it. New songs are incredible (but funnily enough, similar to the original stuff) so good to see him playing the songs that made him. He forgot about that for along time. Get the original band back and be less arrogant. Nearly there Ben. Nearly. But doubt you will see the wood for your trees that you previously sung about.

[@rupacustoms90]

i think the music is better when they just do full acoustic for festivals. 90% of the time, vocals not needed :)

[@RobMatthews21]

Absolutely the worst set i have heard you play.

[@RobboRobinsonNG7]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIbMfHl8mJ6bj68 - googsebumps, best version i've heard of this song!