Bonnie Prince Billy - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

[@andyetmusic]

Possibly the greatest songwriter of our time.

[@maximuskhan2100]

Certainly in the conversation.

[@dennisw8026]

Huh?

[@robindeanna1323]

I think what I like so much about his music is that it pulls you in and then pushes you away, back and forth... it resonates, then loses touch again. It's a very quick and smooth transition, in and then out, I've never heard anything like it before.

[@hank_mohaski]

We are blessed to have him and his music.

[@JoeFastFox15]

He is one of a kind. Pure genius.

[@swanportermusic]

He's so articulate and expressive in his speaking.. So, insightful.. But in an artistic, spiritual way (not to say he isnt an intellectual, but he's definitely driven by emotion) To top it all off his voice is exceptional. Really really good.. Lyricist, vocalist, musician, human. Much love to you Will.

[@akechi77]

For sure, and the interviewer is really great too.

[@Gershwood]

He's one of a kind

[@augustwestusa]

I was thinking the opposite like he was almost stammering. Dropping so many names. Reminding me of the time someone yelled to get on with it. Not nice I know. But I remember a time when someone called out a song for him to play and he said, "I'm going to play what I want" and "I don't even remember those old songs". I sure love him though. Really amazing.

[@marksaltveit]

Whipped 0:50 Night Noises 5:01 interview 8:17 I See a Darkness 16:57 How About Thank You 22:52

[@silviofoj]

this guy is amazing. There's no other word to describe him better.

[@slimebob9229]

Silvio da Fonseca he's my uncle

[@fredzep01]

i am hard to please musically, in a musical world where to many artists try to hard and in a way it always come of as disingenuous. but this guy comes across effortlessly gifted and with a instantly recognizable voice and talent.

[@cyberghost_01]

this guy makes me cry every time i listen to it, what a soul...

[@timeslikethieves83]

i love this man more than anything. this clip is great because you get to hear him not only sing, you get to hear him speak. his eyes sparkle when he smiles and his voice swirls like amber smoke when he talks. he is truly one of the most wonderful people that has ever graced this sphere. gentle and introspective, talented and genuine...he is always and forever going to be one of the greatest. i feel lucky to have found his music & to have this connection with his music. I AM YOUR FAVORITE HORSE.

[@TylerBurkhart]

Will is one of my favorite song-writers. So glad he's come up in my lifetime

Ouch. I've been watching so many KEXP performances during the Covid lockdowns, but I just stumbled upon this video today because I was looking for a new video on Will's channel. No idea why back then it wasn't suggested by KZbin - it was already over 5 years old back then. The performance is a real gem. The version of I See A Darkness is also deeply melancholic, but a little more tongue-in-cheek than Johnny Cash's dead-serious cover, which can make you feel suicidal. Awesome. Have to watch it again...

[@jimsmint]

I spoke to Will Oldham after his show one night. I was off my silly little face... He was really accommodating considering the state I was in.

I forgot to mention: he has the fingernails of a true gentleman!

[@j.lahtinen7525]

I've just recently delved deeper into Bonnie Prince Billy's music. Was aware of him for a long time, but never quite got into his music. But now it's just appealing to me. He makes for an interesting interviewee too. This was very nice!

[@thommuseddard537]

well worth the half-hour.

[@johnmurray4973]

LOVE YOU so very much, and thank you for your music.

[@GodInTheMachine]

his voice is amazing. 'your all's radio station..." country pride

[@TimLooney]

Best performance of I See a Darkness I have ever heard. I love Will Oldham. I'll hoop and holler that if I am allowed.

[@drewwalker6863]

Without a doubt my absolute favourite vid on KZbin! Keep them wolves away if you can good people...

[@grassandrogers]

HOLY CRAP HE PAINTED HIS NAIL! I'm in love with this man.

[@friendsandindustry]

hipster.

[@dmoney6966]

@@friendsandindustry🤣

[@pauldespres7780]

I have enjoyed his music for a long time and recently decided to look some things up 'bout him via you tube etc... Nice to see the love - guess i'm not so exclusively smart and thoughtful!

[@jfdblues]

Van Campbell! Killer drummer, knew him from Black Diamond Heavies! Good for you, Van, glad to see you playing with your fellow louisvillian,ha

[@augustwestusa]

He's coming to my town in a couple weeks! woohoohoo! Totally amazing.

[@malthus101]

Great little performance, really nice....

[@aarontbradley1]

To have a voice like that...incredible

[@salvadortellechea4249]

Una MARAVILLA

[@CDepp-vd7on]

thank y'all i love it

[@asteroidmonger]

i loves Bonnie Prince, thank you KEXP!

[@WessexMan]

Love this guy.

[@jameshoulahan]

I love this.

[@Guinizelli777]

Mr. Bonnie Prince Billy delivers the goods!

[@bigspilv]

@timeslikethieves83 - I feel the exact same way. I was lucky enough to hear the album I see a darkness in college in 2007 and I've listening to everything this man has done since.

[@friendsandindustry]

HOLY SHIT. I love this actor. Never listened to Bonnie Prince Billie. Love Angel Olsen. Decided to listen to some of her old musical roots, then found out he's the voice behind the name. Pretty damn....ahh who cares.

[@SecretGerms]

friendsandindustry actor... ? good goddamn, where have you been since the early 90’s?

[@friendsandindustry]

@@SecretGerms Uhh...born in '91, came of age in the early 2000's. Definitely not as hip as you are.

[@SecretGerms]

friendsandindustry definitely, yes.

[@homosaur]

for a dude who was mostly criticized for being a weak vocalist in his early days, he sure has developed into a great singer

[@TylerBurkhart]

i like the interviewer. sincere, genuine, respectful. i've seen some real idiots who just want to make will out to be a weirdo

[@miasma82]

My hero

[@StevenLandralas]

This is amazing. Go Will!

[@SumnerBrothers]

Fantastic session. Here is the new 'I See A Darkness' Video he referred to, it kills.

[@timeslikethieves83]

Haha! It's one of my favorite lines from one of my favorite songs(no more workhorse blues by Palace Brothers) -saw me through some really tough times. I have a Will Oldham portrait tattoo on me and above it reads "I am your favorite horse".

[@ReadophileReadaholic]

So good.

[@TommyRobertsMusicChannel]

This is so good, I nearly forgot to like it

[@mossandthesea]

Real country is quiet with a man and his guitar.

[@RyanCrase1]

amazing

[@c.fischer6076]

love it

[@zornfett]

"Italy is the craftbrew center of the world right now"? Awesome :D

[@MarcoVenosta]

Great!

[@patrickguitar8676]

Go good guy....

[@sonicyouthinphants]

soothing

[@gurufuttlappele]

beautiful story about the wolfes :)

[@leonv4316]

Will is incredible

[@jackwitcher2897]

Can anyone identify this guitar? Looks like a solid mahogany Martin but I can't deduce the model.

[@boosh90]

looks like a 00-15 or 000-15 to me

[@MarcusCorcoranMusic]

was that a fart at 26:55? listen carefully!! :)

[@hungerford22]

yeah baby!

[@fuckedwithanailgun]

Sounded like a gay mans fart.

[@jeffrp73]

He's a busy man. No time to excuse himself.

[@RyanBiedermannMusic]

*****

[@adrian4317]

xDDDDD

[@Sacrer]

9:19 MHP vibes... If you argue with your friend and need a place to say, you can crash with me Bonnie.

[@skulleagletartat]

'Fire Island' David Ferguson?

[@Petrolianzoolbar]

I am your favorite horse? :D

[@OrsoGabriel]

my god

[@moleman4054]

A god

[@DahVeeDeeOh]

Mustache FTW. Matt would have loved this.

[@wulyf4lyf]

He’s incredible, but I’m trying to figure out what’s up with his guitar. His low E sounds down tuned, but is he purposely dulling certain notes , or accidentally, or he he playing a guitar with strings that are years old? It just sounds completely flat, and clicks or thuds every time he changes chords. His voice sounds amazing over anything, but I’m wondering if he’s purposely playing some really old guitar/strings?

[@alicasoto4497]

quite possible- i have a stella from the 70s never been refurbished frets worn down to nothing, and the strings on it are nearing 4 years old but i feel like i gottom just were i want em... it sounds horribly triumphant.

[@augustwestusa]

He's just not that much of a guitar player and that's all there is too it. The guitar is simply the back drop to the voice and words.

[@JamesBarrett23]

Ha ha...Bonnie Prince Billy writes a song for you and then YOU DON'T USE IT!! Mark didn't just drop the ball..he lost it.

[@davidames1746]

f sake been done 30 yrs ago

[@likeclocwork9130]

anyone can give the name fron the author of the book he talk s about

[@bryanshields5571]

Maurice Sendak

[@likeclocwork9130]

Thank´s man

[@BlueKephra]

+Like Clocwork and Olaf Stapledon

[@boosh90]

the nail polish the nail polish.......

[@benkee250]

The freedom of an artist The freedom of an artist....

[@trustyification]

misheard lyrics, subtitles

[@trustyification]

soupstrainer!

[@PlaygroundPolitician]

i dont know a thing

[@augustwestusa]

And I absolutely couldn't stand that poppy version of I see a Darkness.

[@plemgrubern]

anyone know what's up with his facial expressions?

[@JaredGammel]

+Charles Crumb He's just an extremely animated performer and a very unique individual.

[@plemgrubern]

Jared G of course, I agree

[@illuminatibraincontrol]

ever been that stoned and try to play country music?

[@goodboyconformist]

He has got a bunch, and ain't afraid to use 'em!

[@annegrgich]

Great!