Half Moon Run - A Blemish in the Great Light (Full Live Concert)

Half Moon Run perform a full live concert featuring their album A Blemish in the Great Light in CBC Music’s Studio 211.
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While many debate the current and future state of rock 'n' roll, Montreal's Half Moon Run confirm that the genre is alive and well - and, most beautifully, can't be contained to any one thing.
With their third album, A Blemish in the Great Light, the group showcases their most eclectic work yet: a cold, weather-ready collection of retro-inspired folk, psychedelia and soft-rock that bursts with rich harmonies and storytelling from their four-year break. Standing out in the final inning of 2019 as one of Canadian rock's most unique new releases, A Blemish in the Great Light feels destined for longevity.
In their intimate First Play Live in Studio 211, watch Half Moon Run flex their musicality by playing more than 18 instruments between four band members (including a memorable furry hat shaker) and seamlessly harmonizing alongside Devon Portielje's strong lead vocals.
Producer: Alain Derbez
Recording Engineer: Nicolas Bonin
Monitor Engineer: Ian Theriault
Mix Engineer: Ron Skinner
Director: Mike Carry
Shooters: Francesco Guidoccio , Danielle Thorn, Kathryn Fudrich
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Then again 00:12
Favourite boy 03:23
Flesh and blood 07:44
Black diamond 12:50
Razorblade 17:08
Jello on my mind 24:36

[@blackriver4790]

We make the wrong people famous. This band deserves way more attention.

[@antney12]

Blackriver47 you are so right!

[@carlosmpizzi]

nah they're alright, not being famous. They do the music they want, get to live the life they want and they don't get to be bothered by the media.

[@blackriver4790]

@@carlosmpizzi You definitely have a point :) I just meant that we make the wrong people famous dependent on the chemistry and skills of their perfomance... their songwriting is way more advanced than all the stuff you hear on the radio. I love their music and i like the fact that they are still able to perform their own music without the influence of the media or being manipulated by labels and stuff :)

[@carlosmpizzi]

@@blackriver4790 Sure I get your point, I can argue though that 'making' people famous equals to using the media to push them to appear everywhere and manipulating their image to suit how many people they can reach. Also their music isn't bound to become mainstream because of the complexity of the songs like you mentioned.

[@Jayrhum10]

It's okay to love something and not be special.

[@callumjones9427]

Should be Grammy winners. I went to middle/high-school with these guys. Inspiring. Super underrated. Singer is a legend

[@Idyliss_Official]

Dylan Philips is an absolute legend, epic bass lines while playing drums.

[@sammcaskin8079]

@@Idyliss_Official that blew mind on razor blade

[@TheUnQuake]

Then again 00:12 Favourite boy 03:23 Flesh and blood 07:44 Black diamond 12:50 Razorblade 17:08 Jello on my mind 24:36 Damn these guys are great...

[@ESmyth-nu7ug]

came here for top-quality live version of Favourite Boy

[@jeffc820]

Razorblade. Masterpiece.

[@NadiaRox]

That's what eyem saying

[@convik22]

My Favourite song of all time

[@Idyliss_Official]

On this album its only jello on my mind that I dislike

[@paintingjo6842]

Strapping shakers on a hat so you can still play them even when both hands are occupied... That is some serious shaker dedication.

[@cbcmusic]

Maximizing their performable area!

[@lonzobean]

I love how happy they are when they play together

[@taIkshowhost]

these men are so very talented i'm so happy this band exists

[@YungW0lf]

Saw these guys in San Francisco. One of the best live shows I've ever been to.

[@DesignerFromMars]

Dear 'A Blemish in the Great Light' welcome into the discussion for the best album of the year.

[@brysonfrank6476]

Their playing of their the multiple of instruments is mad impressive.

[@DesignerFromMars]

Favourite Boy is the song that I would have my young teenage daughters listen to at first to get them hooked so I can them trap them into listening to Razorblade right after.

[@pwhitaker569]

Proof great music isn't totally dead.

[@anettkordalnss4526]

I Just can't get over how many instruments they switch between during the set!

[@vhwvv5880]

This is so incredibly good! This band needs more recognition. They are so insanely good live. OMFG Can I double like this?

[@paulferris4123]

I always look forward to hearing ANY Half Moon Run tune for the first; what’s even better is hearing it for the second time, third time, fourth time, etc. etc. etc. T. Ferris ❤

[@braelutas]

17:15 The best six or seven minutes ive had on youtube all year, thankyou

[@paulovemx2222]

Their talent it's astonishing, I'm in awe. I've been listenning to their last album for the last 3 days and it's one of my favorite albums ever.

[@uppercutman]

100%. I watched this for the first time about 3 days ago and I couldn't believe what I had just witnessed. Finesse.

[@marcinspace]

I have been watching these guys since day one, they have only matured and grown in there skills above all else.. they deserve the recognition and attention beyond doubt!.. timing was not on there side during these hard times. I can not wait until I see you live again my friends, one of the best performers I have seen yet. All the best, forever supporting you.

[@cbcmusic]

These kinds of times might be the perfect fertile ground for making more music... 🤞

[@ns3616]

You guys are a big deal and the world needs this kind of genuine musicianship right now. Good timing Half Moon Run!

[@lilianpestanaosuna5020]

This band is amazing , big musicians , originals ... good sound , style , beautiful voice, voices and vibra... love it... from Venezuela since 2013...

[@umoe.6414]

i'm alsooooo

[@Venefica_me]

FAVOURITE BOY IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOODDD

[@tristanvalerius4242]

I am so glad that I got to see them live in Troy Ohio with Mumford and sons. They have become one of my favorite bands.

[@cbcmusic]

Sounds like a cool show!

[@tristanvalerius4242]

CBC music it really was an awesome show. There were also many other bands like Edward sharpe and the magnetic zeros and old crow medicine show.

[@beatriced8184]

I love the way each of them is multitasking with different instruments etc.. One of my fav bands

[@cbcmusic]

They played 18 total between the four of them!

[@beatriced8184]

CBC Music awesome!

[@chrisrcarlson]

Half Moon Run has been one of my favorite band discoveries of the past year. the melodies/phrasing, rhythms, and harmonies are fresh. Hope they can swing by Portland, OR in the near future.

[@LPx007]

I'm so glad I've just discovered this band...awesome musicians!

[@StallionFernando]

Their better stuff is their older stuff, especially their first album

[@MsCrumbles]

I have to disagree that their older stuff is better. All of their music is amazing.. they keep adding and growing and evolving into better and better musicians, and it’s so much fun to watch.

[@psychedelic291]

I’ve lost track of how many times I’ve watched this whole video

[@mindfloodnc]

3 albums deep and they just keep getting better. Thanks again CBC Music.

[@tonyrandall3146]

4.5 now?

[@adamrabbDrums]

Thank you all so much for the inspiration! As a fellow musician and islander, Either live or KZbin, I take away so much from every time I see you gents play. Much appreciated!

[@caravanoflove4]

Always one of my top fave bands to see live. Their music speaks (or rather sings) to my soul.

[@ZachMeador]

yeah this band chronically never gets the love it deserves. one time saw them at a club in DC and the crowd was obviously mostly randos that walked in, just talked over the show the whole time. so insanely good, and I hope to see them again (with a hopefully more loving audience)

[@annafmiranda]

So great! Come to Brazil

[@russelldawkins3408]

Great music and a very nice mix by the CBC sound engineers. Kudos.

[@TheUnQuake]

agreed

[@ronsmith6662]

The music world needs this band in a big way.

[@TheMasterMief]

One of the best live bands I have ever heard and seen. Incredible musicians.

[@eddiemomonty4012]

The harmonies they guys come up with is just sublime. Very much talented 🎶

[@jessicashirley6634]

Wow, they deserve so much more! Such a great band

[@RS54321]

Dang-Black Diamond has a Midnight Cowboy feel, a late 60s/early 70s vibe that is awesome. These guys have truly honed their craft, and love the harmonies. Looking fwd to seeing them live again.

[@plainguy4996]

I can't believe this talent is not moving the world with their skill and creativity.

[@VanuzaMartinhs]

Half moon você nasceu pra cantar a voz suave e doce.brasil.

[@PRMLA777]

Amazing band , classic style very addicting to listen in any time very relaxing and very very different, but good way . Amazing!!!!!

[@stephenmoran5855]

Growing up i didn't think being in Canada would lead to amazing live music but these last few years have been stellar with Half Moon Run at the absolute peak every time I see them.

[@veerle3]

Still love all of your music after 5 years!!

[@KiralearnsNorwegian]

These guys...I just can't get enough of their talent. I realized how talented they were when I first saw them live in Calgary. It hit me like a ferociously wonderful wild wind. I'll never forget how I felt that night.

[@cbcmusic]

When did you see them in Calgary?

[@KiralearnsNorwegian]

@@cbcmusic I saw them probably around 2014 in the basement of the Palomino. There were only about 50 people there but it was an AMAZING performance.

[@joanfotli]

I can certainly appreciate their music, but watching them live is another thing. The energy, the quality, the intimacy, I just feel they are good people and I can feel them just like being there playing for a few people and not for the masses. I feel kind of special since I saw them live.

[@cameronmartin3004]

I watched an amazing performance live in St. John’s NL. The music this group puts out is so pure. The world needs more musical passion, talent and excellence that this group puts out. Please expose this to everyone you know

[@janiskruk]

Just found this video ~ what a gem! I’m a big fan and hoping that you guys come to Milwaukee, Wisconsin on your next tour. Please! You are THE best!

[@reneebluejay]

My favourite band. ❤️👍🏼

[@mariodonato5656]

Top top topppppp!!! I wonder why they don’t perform “Narrow Margins” that often. I would love to listen to it in HQ live! 🙏🏼

[@mrossi2034]

They do actually, not sure why there aren't more recordings of it on here. I saw them about a month ago and they played it!

[@jeffc820]

Finally! Thanks for finally posting the whole show!! Wonderful sound. Amazing band.

[@nickpiovesan4361]

Gods I would have loved to be there, come by London ON sometime again soon you guys!!

[@relate]

It's almost hilarious how good this music is.

[@RandallSlick]

I'm 50 and thought I'd seen it all. This is up there with Pink Floyd. Profound.

[@tommiller6198]

Keyboard while drumming! On point as usual everyone see you in Victoria 2020!

[@SaZid07]

After Arctic Monkeys, these guys are my favorite to watch live perform. A brilliant mix of talents.

[@cbcmusic]

Happy you found this vid!

[@cheeseontoast77]

Best band I`ve ever seen live and I`m old af and have seen loads!

[@npenn3596]

Same here. They are a must see band live.

[@tesscod2561]

I was totally blown away by their stripped down show a couple of years ago in Ottawa in an intimate venue. I am old too 😉 and it was one of the best concerts I have ever seen

[@maciekstarnawski]

The best live band for me now. Fresh.. They sounds Great I ve been on gig in Poland with last album. Always Great form Respect Guys New Beatles 4me👏 Thanks for that.

[@SarahL45]

No other band succeeds in giving all the feels like these guys. Absurdly talented. I am crazy excited to see them for the first time in January!

[@dprahn02]

No matter how many times I see him do it.. Playing drums and bass/keyboard at the same time.. This group all has too much talent. And his voice feels like Shannon Hoon too. Man.. Sigh. Replay.

[@pamelabell2316]

A joy to the ears, so rich in talent. Very exciting to hear the band!

[@alicerummery5817]

Yessssssss razorblade YesssSs !!! 😭😭 when I first listened to the album, I knew that song would be stellar live.

[@courtneyf2756]

I'm so excited to see these guys live tomorrow night in Ottawa! Been a huge fan for years but I have yet to see them live. I hope they play Need It (fingers crossed).

[@mollflanders72]

what a pleasure to receive your whole back catalogue on good old cds for christmas :)

[@Wulfmale]

I just wanna write...: I f****** love " Favourite boy"!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@flaro38]

This band is amazing. Their live songs actually sound better and cleaner than the studio versions. I'm glad I'll see em in Italy next month.

[@MoodIndigo1]

Great to see and hear you again!! Amazing songs, both music and lyrics. Thanks.

[@nestorziga6947]

Then again 00:12 Favourite boy 03:23 Flesh and blood 07:44

[@pmac3099]

Just a fantastic set. Their live shows are next level.

[@nicole98765]

wow, watched this one also over and over again, am amazed how good they're on stage. went back through all their albums and discover more and more amazing songs! still, i'd love to see a live-album-record as then you can really feel them - amazing energy, guys! great arrangements, great singing performance! all thumbs up

[@ultratone]

How much fun would it be to be in this band?! Such an amazingly creative group.

[@angelicdarkvader6701]

U take me away Half Moon Run ⚘️

[@JeremyPerreault]

im a big fan since 1 month. officially my fav band. im from montreal so cool that youre from here

[@G.A.Ullrich_1Q84]

yay excited to see them in january. im flying out to oregon to visit family so i planned it so i could make the portland show =)

[@jimboc8649]

i'm in bootle merseyside,been to mathew street today.these lads are proper class

[@mariest-laurent8696]

Juste magnifique!

[@Mayflowermallen]

The Universe Featuring Ray needs to be on the bill with these guys, they would be great musical partners.

[@cbcmusic]

Who'd be opening for whom?

[@loggerbomb]

Heard these guys today on CBC Radio live and I am sure glad I got their name as I am quickly becoming a fan! Some fantastic stuff here!

[@cmoore7294]

Absolutely Awesome!

[@cmoore7294]

The studio musician is alive and well here.... Tight, Clean, meaningful...

[@ckey93100]

AMAZING

[@everythingacoustic6736]

This band should be international by now playing stadiums, it kills me how many people have not experienced half moon run yet

[@MsCrumbles]

Thank you for this! 🙏🏻 So good! ♥️

[@aidanrees]

I can't wait to see them live this year!

[@user-yn9mp7cf3r]

This band makes magic!

[@Jeaaannette1]

Great!! Can't wait to see these guys live in november!

[@JunkHeap]

I hope new music keeps going in this direction. A conviction to learning an instrument or many, learning to sing harmonies, and using the latest tech where applicable.

[@plainguy4996]

Saw them live at the Visualight Theater in Charlotte. They are as good if not better live. Do yourself a favor and find them.

[@arianakatsakis5812]

I love their unique sound

[@AlI-gn9eo]

Wonderful music and vocals! come to Moscow!

[@shaneelsey]

I can't wait to see them live!! Great band!!!

[@Duh6666666]

What a great performance, they remind me a little of one my favorite dark horse bands ever: Split Enz. The voices, the tension points, the melodies, and the quirkyness. Love it!

[@arbellfriday6613]

Incredible.

[@joss3228]

Masterful live performance

[@dio52]

Been listening to this band for a while, but had never seen a live performance before. jfc these guys are insanely talented. Reminds me of the way Rush could get so much more depth of sound than their numbers would suggest.

[@williammelvin]

Saw you in Brixton. Booked immediately for roundhouse in March. Boom. Awesome 👏 thanks.

[@samuelgilet2461]

C'est mon pote Xavier qui m'a fait découvrir ce groupe fantastique. Quelle super belle découverte. Nous adorons, ma femme et moi.

[@dc1502]

Great. Thank you @cbcmusic!

[@cbcmusic]

You're welcome!

[@jacobvanveit3437]

These guys sound like Simon and Garfunkel meets blue rodeo meets Radiohead meets great big sea. half the kitchen sink is what I’m gonna call em ;)

[@tesscod2561]

They have a very unique sound. Awesome talent - every one of them

[@hophop1137]

Not to put any pressure on ya but I love y'all!

[@brettcampbell8163]

The sound of the audience laughing to their chatting between songs is like music to my ears.

[@SummerOfTheRose]

That last 2 minutes 😍😍

[@julianocarvalho5541]

Absolutely incredible! Kudos!!!