Cautious Clay: Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

Want to play your own Tiny Desk concert? Unsigned musicians, enter the 2024 Tiny Desk Contest between Jan. 23 and Feb. 21. Learn more: npr.org/tinydeskcontest.

[@vashkun1]

I made a habit of listening to every tiny desk so I can find gems like this one

[@rachyrack]

Ditto. its like finding gold in the sand.

[@brianmaher22]

Same here!!!

[@sleepingwithsunshine3002]

Cheers to that!

[@misscinnabun79]

vashkun1 SAME!!! 💯🙌

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Literally how I found Car Seat Headrest, Natalia Lafourcade, Perfume Genius, etc.

[@SummerMensahMusic]

Surprised to see the guy on keys play EVERY note of the bassline. Was waiting for him to start looping but he never did... props my guy.

[@twoslowcabrio]

Summer Treneal you can tell that guy feels the music in the depths of his soul, lol. Curious how much time and practice it takes to be able to perform like that in one take

[@SummerMensahMusic]

@@twoslowcabrio I know, I feel like it comes down to confidence that you can just do it. Plus practice lol

[@deeztones]

impressive, indeed!

[@UUHGLOBAL]

PROPS TO HIM

[@SwiftyZeAvenger]

I had to keep looking to make sure. He didn't miss a beat.

[@tamia707]

been patiently waiting for this. cautious clay deserves everything good coming his way

[@buyelani]

Me too! Just surprised that he has a Tiny Desk performance now. Great things are clearly approaching now. I love his musicality

[@manueliribarne2326]

I feel the problem here is about chours its not the same like the original, and who mix the all things, voice key drum guitar, no make a mix so sweet, with revs delays and all stuff to make you feel so sweet this song, the man who are singing GREAT voice but if the man Behind the musician make the correctly mix....The song make you feel like the original...anyway GreatSong

[@kachscards8050]

Still too underrated

[@ashleyhw4388]

I love the tone of his voice.

[@mtiedemann11]

like velvet

[@superfetus05]

His voice is incredibly smooth and so natural and effortless. It makes it so chill, relaxes me deeply. Hope to hear more from this dude.

[@joeygaylor9629]

Found this artist through still woozy in the song “cheesin” today. This is my favorite tiny desk from what I’ve seen. He’s clinically underrated. Great voice and can play multiple instruments, it’s very impressive.

[@foxpurrincess3209]

That syntbass is so crunchy on track 1!!!!!

[@FreddiMuliantono]

especially listening on HD800S + sonarworks. Yummy!

[@blubolton3244]

He doesn’t need back up singers ! His voice is so beautiful 🖤

[@jodie1473]

True that

[@drephusmusolo489]

The diversity of the music and the people on this channel really reminds me of how wonderfully special America is. Keep it up NPR!

[@omarjohnson1027]

They invite non-american artists too. Quite often actually.

[@Studerphil]

@@omarjohnson1027 Americans often forget to realize that the states aren't the whole world

[@BernieSanders-bn5dk]

Shut the fuck up , go learn about the real history of this country and it's opression on minoritys

[@res3382]

@@Studerphil What's your point? Is NPR, of all places, the place to make it?

[@JS-ym1tp]

Word's can't describe how happy I was when he picked up that Sax!! 🙌

[@deandreburton910]

Finally! Clay did so well. Too proud of this dude, fr.

[@christine4778]

I first heard Cautious Clay on Season 3 of the HBO Original Series, Insecure, which always features incredible music. His song "Cold War" is track #3 on music album from that most recent season. His voice and that particular track grabbed my attention as a stand-out. I searched further and found this Tiny Desk performance, which really showcases his broad talent. Thanks as always, NPR, for featuring amazing artists in such an intimate venue... love it!

[@kaleahcollins4567]

I heard him on 13 reasons why swim home and was hooked

[@xochitllee24]

Cautious Clay!! Saw him live in SLC at a venue UNWORTHY of him! Mr. Clay’s voice is stunning live. Incredible-like butter!! Like a feather tickling my ear drums ❤️ Come back Clay, come back 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@yapperwocci]

his voice is so calming...how?

[@freshproduce2061]

I’ve watched this a thousand times. It’s hard to listen to the studio versions after hearing this performance and the rawness of.

[@cashforgold]

i love when he pulls out the sax!!! amazing job.

[@ruslannarushevich_official6631]

This is what friends are about! They came prepeared for reading all these critical comments long after! But they didn't care really for they love Josh professionaly and in complete harmony))

[@edxudo3878]

Damn this the tiny desk i never knew i needed

[@makreacts3494]

Thelast song will blow my mind for years to come

[@sephoralove28]

That lady in the jean jacket is....everything. What a beauty.

[@lukasaunders8287]

MAD talent different instruments props to Cautious Clay.I look past his talents, i read his eyes and body language etc,music saved this mans life.keep doing your thing great music great musicians...

[@rd4660]

Very nice, what a talented bunch. The keyboard dude is killin it. And the backup singers....dang. I’m in love with all three of those ladies.

[@jilezkors9653]

Times: 0:04 - Cold War 5:02 - Call Me 8:57 - Stolen Moments

[@zoey3850]

was hooked on this guy ever since i first heard ‘crowned’... so smooth

[@stanleyjohnson78]

What a great way to wake up C.Clay I’m feeling these songs

[@Amaneeeta]

A gem, his album has been on repeat for weeks now

[@f9nineteen]

HE’S SO UNDERRATED!!! Such a talented person

[@keithwigley1256]

A talking Sax and soulful sweet harmonic rhythm......didnt expect a flute to turn up a that point.....yo my musical bro s

[@Isack3g]

5 extra people and Clay is over here playing a gang of instruments. What a talent

[@aphelelecengimbo7892]

Found this gem a year later than most people and I'm so glad I found it 😀

[@Daniel-ru7br]

Cautious Clay for the future!!!

[@Marvee78]

Just wonderful. Thank u Cautious Clay w/ all the singers and NPR. Tiny Desk is one of my favourite channels on KZbin. So many wonderful artists and voices. ❤️❤️❤️

[@robert-d8g7u]

oh lordy. I was down with cautious clay- like repeating his album until I was scared I was gonna burn out on it- and then I gotta learn he plays the sax like that?! Dude. Wow. Do what you do brother.

[@mercimerc2130]

1st time hearing about these guys. Raw AF is my rating.

[@ddddanirev]

Yes Joshua! You deserve every bit of attention you’re getting! Love love love you and your music so much. So glad you featured your favorite track, “Stolen Moments”.

[@Elle-D]

Stolen Moments just stole my heart!! 😍😍😍

[@willellis502]

Been on my Cautious kick for the last fee years now…one of them ones who you can’t help but go back to the beginning and listen til you catch up…the layers of lyrics, multi meanings, and natural esthetic of it all is crazy!

[@graceschaefer2951]

saw him at governors ball and now i’m in love

[@HacksawJimThuggin]

Never heard of him... But I'm digging it. Kid is very talented

[@yamivasquez9614]

He's sooo talented!! Appreciate music so much

[@MrSimmer17]

Cautious Clay was just discovered today by me and been getting lost in his music since.

[@justagoodolboy95]

Wow the background singer farthest left is absolutely gorgeous

[@samuelphilips5373]

Honestly a breath of fresh air

[@shaneconcepcion]

i literally just heard "cold war" last week and he's been on repeat since. thank you!

[@mariontia8380]

Do we not love these 'tiny desk concerts'?! Lovvvvve them!!

[@ambercox7256]

HIS VOICE IS AMAZING

[@jonesy8457]

Stolen moments was the first song I heard on SoundCloud, glad to see it hear and that the sound is clear and crisp the vocals great performance

[@steveregnier7317]

Every once in a while I get blown away by someone’s talent....it happened right here! Very cool music!

[@MnjikaningGurl]

The first song is insane! Love this.

[@Lifeisamystery11]

Damn, was not expecting that flute! Popped out of nowhere, lol. Very niiccceeeee

[@drewsanders8147]

Dude pulling out mad instruments lol.

[@jazzbeats8168]

sax so warm just like his voice

[@alastairk0159]

Literally the day after I discovered this dude this comes out

[@MuzikTrabolee]

Same

[@mariontia8380]

Yep, same. As i caught him awhile back, his tunes were playing while i was @ a coffeehouse, i asked owner 'who is that', ta-da!

[@charlesoruko]

Keyboard guy really got his groove on !! Great performance !!..

[@TeaPips]

Beautiful. This mans skin is so smooth.

[@1amybean]

Loving this original, chill groove.

[@kennetharrowmusic]

INCREDIBLE.

[@jaymiket]

perfect wake and bake listen! good morning everyone

[@maitran7409]

So great,I loved every second of this. He's so talented and his voice and music goes straight to my heart

[@evastica1]

Menuda joyita! What a diamond! Superb garçon!

[@rAnita961]

I CANT WAIT TO SEE HIM AT ELECTRIC FOREST

[@lucasgabrielvilasboas8436]

Have a good good day yall! Nice music, much love and respect!!!!!

[@lisalove4183]

I am a new fan to the Tiny Desk concerts. Love it🎤🎤🎤🎤

[@billyfrancisuk]

every element of a great band

[@ImDougDimmadome]

Singer in the grey dress and denim jacket stole my heart

[@toyaJM]

Artist like this make me so glad I subscribed to Tiny Desk!! This just mellowed my entire day out! Ya'll have been killin 2018!

[@lostlang]

Yes! Been Loving this mans work. Would love to see him live

[@paolosalazar9919]

So incredibly talented

[@LeonySantos]

I'm amazed by him, such voice, talent and lyrics that speak to me on so many levels and they helped me so much during a very dark time in my life :')

[@thedoctorate]

Underrated artist and group af

[@jonesy8457]

Glad to see claye on tiny desk merci

[@Raquel-Dean]

his saxophone abilities are heartbreaking. in love with him.

[@jeremym9020]

Once in a generation artist!

[@Phoenix-369]

Can't wait to hear him LIVE @ the Troubador next Wednesday! ❤❤❤😍😍😍🔥🔥🔥 thank you @KCRW for the Free Tickets!!!

[@brianmaher22]

More power to #CautiousClay ! #coldwar is moving AF. Love and respect from the Philippines!

[@armandsant1143]

👏🏼 spectacular first song!!! folowed by a beautiful second song whoooo soooooo superb performance all yah 👏🏼

[@katrinawright7713]

Simply Wonderful!

[@lydiaadaisytee]

This guy is going to get so big next year!

[@marcusalexander5769]

Cautious clay all day❤️

[@abusa7ar411]

Alabama Shakes next please!

[@EricG-bv2ui]

they haven't come on? I was assuming they had.

[@sniperdude232]

This is my first time hearing of him and I have definitely missed out! If his singing doesn't keep taking off he would definitely be a phenomenal music teacher with all of his talent! I will continue to find more of his music!

[@markfrancis2597]

Great Music!

[@Korensun]

This is so damn fresh

[@timgoodwin90]

McLovin is crushing it on that guitar

[@hakama2193]

Saw him perform and fell in love.

[@ericdebelius5455]

Up & coming talent. Deserves this spotlight. Well done!!!

[@DanSearl]

Vocals are tight, Sax solo on the first song? Bold.

[@MzClementine]

Good morning all. Hope everyone has a wonderful day or evening wherever you may be. Cheers.

[@Scarecrow6459]

Back at you!

[@kevinschulze5258]

Cheers mate big ups

[@knittedpainting]

You too 😊

[@jessebehan9210]

freaking beauty

[@TRIPPLEJAY00]

Fresh and superb music. Thank you Tiny desk

[@albertmacsweeny4558]

My favourite part was when he fired the backing singers half way through.

[@silverlionlb]

For real, they had like 10 notes each, then, good bye.

[@EricG-bv2ui]

😂😂😂 thanks to you now my boss knows I'm not working.

[@MelloBellow7]

Lefty playing a right handed guitar ,meaning its upside down,wow wow!!!! Plus the instrument change up!

[@EricG-bv2ui]

He did what I did. I saw Babyface playing a right guitar and I'm like screw lefty guitar I'll just copy Babyface.

[@BellTunnel]

Love these versions.

[@martixxxx]

what a sound!...

[@emskillz511]

Reminds me of BASECAMP... bring them next please :)

[@tajmacameron1693]

Beautiful and soothing

[@ethanshutt]

Thanks NPR. Love you.

[@FaRoss232]

This dude is good. Good on em.

[@benpowel8884]

just heard wildfire on coffee shop radio on serius XM it was great. good artist.