Cory Wong // Live @ First Avenue NOV 2019

[@TheLateBoyScout]

If hating this music is right, I want to be Wong.

[@adonisjesien]

wong hahahah ♥ best pun

[@D-meist]

😑

[@Sprengstoff]

You might be wong about that, just saying. wait what - it's open season on wong jokes, yeah!? I DARE YOU TO NOT :)

[@MBdrummer3288]

HAHAHAHAHA!!

[@heikkinenelias]

06:23 NFL // Lunchtime 14:15 Gumshü 18:53 Welcome 2 Minneapolis 24:00 91 Maxima 29:27 Cosmic Sans 33:13 Frogville (w/ Airplane Mode 35:47) 40:52 Companion Pass 55:33 St. Paul 1:02:44 Today I'm Gonna Get Myself A Real Job 1:08:08 Light As Anything (feat. Caleb Hawley) 1:13:01 Limited World (feat. Caleb Hawley) 1:20:10 Winslow 1:25:16 Team Sports 1:32:43 Roll Over 1:37:40 Work It Out (feat. Antwaun Stanley) 1:44:24 Pleasin' (feat. Antwaun Stanley) 1:49:16 Waste (feat. Antwaun Stanley) 1:54:48 Express Yourself (feat. Antwaun Stanley) 2:05:16 Love And Happiness (feat. Antwaun Stanley & Mark Lickteig) 2:11:25 Change The World (feat. Antwaun Stanley) 2:20:03 E Jam // Ketosis

[@lbs2081]

Thank you!!

[@tomikoppanen]

Wow! You just made my day:) Thanks man!

[@dave8832]

Thank you for your service, the Wongers appreciate your work.

[@ジャジャジャジャ-u8s]

Great jaba

[@ExtraFancy96]

May wanna edit in "love and happiness" just after 2:05:xx

[@jakubgiernatowski2885]

Can we just appreciate how much quality live show footage and new material Cory releases this year... Staggering. What a band that is!

[@ChildsFamiIy]

Its wonderful

[@556musicman]

Absolutely. Cory and his awesomeness has brought a LOT of much-needed joy to many this year!

[@TAProductions020]

I very much agreed with this. I think it goes without saying most of us are having a rough year. But having people like Cory who release (older)concerts and other live footage, is definitely saving the day, at least for me!

[@AidanMcLeodProductions]

The most live content of any artist ever I’d have to say

[@Unchurlish]

I am so late to this party but I never would have made it at all without the truckload of funky joy that came out this year. Thanks to the band and it’s fans for spreading the message to we the heathens.

[@kswindl]

Damn, you guys remember live music? That shit was cool...

[@ericwinter4513]

2:23:08 And that’s how to have somebody’s back. The kind of drummer you want to play with.

[@bgabriel6532]

Only good thing about 2020 has been Cory Wong and his relentless release of music and shows

[@villegas24]

I have been to sold out stadiums with the biggest bands out there but the little club Cory Wong show I attended in Berlin was one of the best nights of my life.

[@mystriddlery]

Holy hell that keyboard solo at 45:00 knocked my socks off and gave me a foot rub

[@moggpiano8043]

Old School. Been listening to sounds like this for forty years. It's so great that Wong and his like are taking it to a new level. The future of music is safe.

[@paulguth12]

Which similar bands would you recommend from your first 30 years?

[@jimmymack9440]

​​@@paulguth12 Herbie Hancock, The Meters, New Mastersounds, Haggis Horns, Issac Hayes, Billy Cobham, Maceo Parker... thinking specifically instrumental jazz/funk fusion.

[@Tamberwolf.]

Something I love about Antwaun is how often he sings wrong lyrics or just makes sounds, but it doesn’t matter because he sounds incredible no matter what.

[@rotemshoshani424]

I think I just caught a mistake in light as anything but honestly..? That's a phenomenal performance

[@SamsonDerrer]

Change the world was rough. He is very talented though.

[@ManewBlewww]

As a french musician (who used to live & play in the US) in this hard time of pandemic, this beautiful soulful music played by an amazing band (fell in love with dat drummer I must say haha) lead by a gentleman guitarist (and singer yessir) fills me with the best emotions! so THANKS!!! and YES for the precious creativity we all need, and yes! quality not quantity - the process of keepin' on 'n' up! whatever I feel plenty of honesty and truth when listening them. AND...'gimme the strength to go back soon to the live music what I'm made for...BECAUSE here in France the situation is insane as we just can't play... but hey buds, "ain't gonna fool us for too long I'm tellin' ya!". I wish you a beautiful musical spring and since, take care of yourselves!! Cory! "You're the man!!"

[@michaelb.42112]

It's amazing that when you reach a certain level of success you can hire all the BEST musicians. This band is as tight as they get.

[@rudiwillems1166]

What great sounds the fantastic Horns Super rhythm drummer high Frequens Gitarists, sounding piano hammond, this is the realy world class jazz, soul, music.greathings from Belgium much Tour Succes All. Cory Wong Band.

[@maldridge]

Pure, uplifting, funkalicious joy. Thank you Mr Wong and Co. you are making the world a little better with your infectious energy and the luminosity of your ego-free musicianship. I salute you.

[@KrazyDirtWeed]

Cory just keeps ripping 'er up even with a broken string. you're the man Cory.

[@maxgutierrezmusic]

Cory, your speech around 51 minutes touched my heart and brought me to tears. You’re such a legend and I’m endlessly inspired by everything that you touch; you’re my musical Midas. Thank you so much for your work thus far and the work yet to be made. Much love ❤🫶🏼

[@TheWaveFiles]

The freakin' drummer , what a BEAST !

[@gmat78]

So Talented Cory!! Broke his 1st string at 2:21:17 and keeps playing like if nothing to worry about without detuning! 😍 Show must go on!!!! 😎

[@jazzyjazz00]

Amazed by how folks watching are actually not using their smartphone to record but enjoying the show, human kind still has hope

[@hootowl6354]

Fuck, I hate it when people pull their phones out and hold them up in front of you. HATE IT. Keep 'em in your shorts or stay home.

[@godot5082]

But nobody is dancing, what a lame generation.

[@jordan_private]

Left my earbuds in the car and had to take my studio headphones into bed, glad I did!

[@jungwoo4667]

I can hear the bass so well in this recording. Kevin is so good. Both Kevins!

[@Petar_Nikolov]

Kevin is dope!!! Kevin is dope!!!

[@billvs6505]

Some of the most expressive guitar playing I've ever heard. Fantastic. And pushing 70 years old now, I ain't no baby!

[@GrahamCrannell]

If this was mixed live-to-tape, then props to the board operator. The levels sound super good.

[@TimothyTrimble]

Why have I not heard of this artist and band till now. This is amazing! I'm an instant fan.

[@elmariachi451]

Broke string at the end and never missed a beat. Wong is an absolute beast. Watched this more than I can count.

[@MrStrangeSensation]

I'm literally just here to give this a thumbs up and leave a comment. I can't even watch it right now, just got off work, but Cory is so fucking dope that I'm literally just here to boost his ratings. That's right I said ratings 🖕🏻

[@thomasheinrich8639]

Cory Wong's Music ist soooo great! So much Life in his Music...I hear it every day! Please Cory Wong, come to Germany to play live on stage!!!....after Corona.

[@Spineloro]

Good God !! He will in October : www.corywongmusic.com/tour I’ll see them in Zurich😍✨ I hope… 🤞

[@ThomasSaffel]

LIGHT AS ANYTHING WITH CALEB HAWLEY SWEET MOTHER OF FRIGGIN MERCY

[@ianc1498]

Has anyone else watched this, hit the Like button, and then later on in the video tried to hit the Like button again? Hey KZbin, where is the "Two thumbs up!" button!? Thank you for your positive message and awesome music! #CoryWong

[@andrewplassman4556]

2:28:56 This guy hugging Petar should teach classes. The Power of Embrace 101. The eye contact, the smile, and the initial handshake that flows perfectly and seamlessly into the beginning of the hug. Take note of the interlocked fingers and the quality of the squeeze. Petar responds perfectly with a series of wonderful pats placed firmly in the center of his back at approximately 157 BPM. Wow, we all should aspire to hug like this man.

[@michaeldempsey3471]

Great comment! I'd hug you

[@wesworach7441]

Sublime & nothing less !!! Corey Wong & his band are superb entertainers !!!

[@Delvientosound]

Any person that appreciates a horn section to go the extra mile to have them at gigs, earns my respect! (being horn player myself) Thank you Cory! Love it!

[@hopeclayburnsax9369]

Preach! We make it extra crispy

[@Delvientosound]

@@hopeclayburnsax9369 I completely agree!! :D

[@ptrickthepat]

It makes me smile how even a bunch of phenomenally talented musicians singing happy birthday together still sounds like a discombobulated mess as always 🤣 (post show after encore off stage)

[@guybehindtheguy.]

The last show I got to see this year was Cory. February in Chicago. Magical show. So much energy and pure joy in the room.

[@elisabethcrotser4278]

That was my last show before covid hit as well! I remember freezing my butt off in the line to get in but it was so worth it to see the Wong himself.

[@nbalance5061]

One of my favorite versions of one of my fav songs Corey. I play this to go to my happy place. Thanks.

[@Petar_Nikolov]

From the moment that video was uploaded on Cory's facebook page, I cannot stop listening...

[@gll1416]

2:21:15 only five strings from now on... Still sounding amazing :D

[@mooncorp212]

He broke it earlier i think

[@waynemiller6070]

good catch. good thing no floating bridge (whammy)

[@TastyChevelle]

I was there!! I was with the guy who started the STEEEEEVE chant in the back by the bar!

[@daftnord4957]

you failed to end it in a timely manner haha

[@TastyChevelle]

@@daftnord4957 You mean the crowd did

[@jkro30a]

Love & Happiness at 2:05 is pure gold. What a show! THIS is music.

[@adamtorrie5938]

This dude and this band are out of this world. Wow

[@duct18]

This Cory Wong guy seems cool I should check out more of his stuff

[@DocBree13]

Nah - this was a fluke ;)

[@JaredNorton]

me 2 minutes after upload: "why hasn't anyone commented the set list timestamps"

[@iamthemoneyj]

But honestly why isn’t it just in the description?

[@eimead]

@@iamthemoneyj you're getting a free live gig fully mixed and edited and still complaining. None of this is owed to you. Be grateful.

[@iamthemoneyj]

eimead while I’m not exactly complaining, I appreciate that you’re trying to spread gratitude and mindfulness 🙏

[@mystriddlery]

Be the change you want to see in the world

[@eliotter2]

@@eimead certainly seemed he made a self deprecating joke.

[@alexcraft7548]

That drum and sax situation in the encore was, by far, without a doubt the most impressed ive ever been

[@rogervann5547]

Love Caleb Hawley’s voice ❤️

[@ferniwong5091]

what a Drummer!!! awesome!!!

[@jordibass2]

Just when I though good live music was over, with all that electronic shit, here's this outstanding band, super sound mixing, and even fantastic camera work, thanks guys!

[@FlowDefoe]

insanely good camera work! Feels like actually beeing there. Thanks.

[@shanebeaver8160]

Oof, "Today I'm Gonna Get Myself A Real Job" gets me every time. I grew up constantly being told this. Not that its the worst thing to be told, but it really effected me negatively especially when I went to music school. Then eventually I started telling myself this constantly. I made my path in life before you wrote this and am now in love with being a middle school music teacher who still plays regularly, but I wanted to still say thank you for writing (and singing) such a beautiful and honest piece. It really struck a chord with me and I'm sure many more.

[@andomi]

This song reminds me of some Frank Zappa's songs. Even Cory's singing is also in that mood. Brilliant!!

[@s66iw]

I was also told this, but I listened. Life ain't bad but, when I hear amazing music like this... I wish I hadn't.

[@waynemiller6070]

Just being able to make a living playing music these days is like winning the lottery. I worked during the day and played music at night. Finally got the equipment paid off, then started buying real estate. Finally at 62 I can do what I really enjoy. And I could do it for free if I wanted to. In fact, I'm going to sit in with some friends tonight.

[@michaelthomas366]

Great uplifting happy music. What the world needs now!

[@jsaundersmusic]

I thought I'd be watching for 10 mins... 2 and a half hours later, absolute class guys

[@jordibass2]

Same as me!

[@johnreitz7792]

I had a blast at this concert glad to see it get uploaded

[@donseesyourshaydim7529]

This is incredible. Discovered Vulf in December, fell in love with all thing Wong a month ago and have listened to nothing else.

[@grahamnunn8998]

A great musician but more importantly, a great communicator. Also, a very funny guy who works his nuts off while playing pretty hardcore stuff.

[@joakim3542]

This has my day, my week, my year a lot brighter. Ty CORY CARTILAGE

[@StratTones]

Just beautiful in all ways! Wowowow

[@anthonyjamesu.esteban8346]

thankyou Mr. Cory Wong. Godbless!

[@ChildsFamiIy]

Bro....its just raw stupid goodness I’m suckin into my ear drums every time I listen to this band of molten hot melody music magic makers. Thank you.

[@VMV8622]

Music that heals. Pure joy. 😁😁😁😁😁🙏❤️

[@villegas24]

I have attended sold out stadium shows but I never had as much fun as I had listening to Cory in a little club in Berlin.

[@tasosf]

Praying before concert? Well done Cory and band!

[@waynemiller6070]

That pre-show was great! When you guys took the stage behind the curtain I felt pre-show jitters myself. Very cool footage.

[@Joe-uq2qf]

I played this show at my family Xmas party and everyone fuckin loved it! Cory your music makes me so damn happy! Thank you for all the amazing music. Also your new variety show is one of my new favorite things.

[@DadRockAndGuitars]

It is so good to see such excellent musicianship and performance. Best thing I've seen in a long long time!

[@hansbergen]

Fantastic!!!! Amazing show! Wonderful players too!! Waiting for you soon in France...

[@Entropy_Wins_4476]

Petar and Joe Dart could move enrite planets with their necks.

[@jkronk1]

Mind: blown. Watching the entire show was worth just the encore. Amazing.

[@leonwick2461]

nothing i rather do than donating this man some money so that he can continue freely sharing this, i mean... its like going to a concert without having to actually "go" :D best thing to do in these times

[@PopovSB]

Michael Bowden - thank your very much!!! This is the best live video I have ever seen.

[@oscarsolorzano4924]

Mr. Cory Can’t Go Wong! Amazing show!!

[@MrJab-hv1wt]

It blows my mind!!! So good... soooo goood!!!!

[@franklarouche8612]

the Real Job song hit home. thank you so much for that brother

[@alanwatson3367]

What a killer group of musicians this shit rocks my world

[@JiNKA]

PERFECTION.

[@squeeps78]

Ear to ear the whole time. Can’t wait to see you in Portland!

[@andregeorget3712]

amazed to discover such great musicians this reminds me that yes the world is getting better carry on guys n girls..

[@kenandelissabuckley]

Such a great smiling soul!

[@mrminimalism7413]

Literally the best concert I've ever been to.

[@Deevious26]

I love how the club plays Things by Louis Cole in set break. One of the most hauntingly beautiful and meaningful songs of our time. This gig is pure class!!!

[@OliWest89]

I must say, that is some solid Trombone playing!

[@toneranger]

The mix sounds fantastic, warm and even. Cory and the guys keeping the #funk alive

[@ulrichmatuszak5622]

Congrats to the soundEng

[@wuawuamusic]

Hot darn... that's what it means to have absolute control of your instruments. They're flying!

[@theobourdreux5954]

Amazing show, thanks Cory

[@hamsandwichson]

What?? Ultimate Warrior clips to start the show?! Love it Cory! 😂

[@rektkagebrother9397]

YOU are my GUITAR HERO.

[@nickhughes4800]

I miss live music so much!

[@ugljevarevic]

Wow. Amazing gig. Loved it. PS. Bravo Petre, legendo. Verujem da se Dositejeva ulica ponosi. :) Puno srece, drzi se i samo cepaj.

[@IllesDobnerOfficial]

Just here to tell the algorithm that this is dope, and should be ranked higher.

[@TheSoulMessiah]

Petar Janic is absolute killer

[@skierpage]

Puh-puh-puh whap whap. Such a distinctive snare.

[@pretenda]

Dudes got beans, I have no idea how his stool lasts more than one set. Incredible drummer.

[@gustafsone]

I absolutely love the placement of his kit on the stage during these shows. I got to see them play at a small club in LA last October and I was able to position myself right next to Petar so I could see him play, and I also had line of sight to Cory, too! Typically the drummers are setup all the way upstage and you can't actually see them play. Petar is setup downstage-right during Cory's shows and it's freaking awesome!

[@FormulaMonte]

Saw him with Cory in Louisville last year at Zbar, Petar rocked his fucking balls off

[@daftnord4957]

@@gustafsone yes i was at this show at First Ave, we were deciding where to stand and i knew on the left side in front of the drum kit would be the best spot

[@cricrisur6324]

Fenomenal

[@rampi25]

What a great gift for my birthday to see that show !!! Thanks Cory Wong

[@bigphatsound]

This has absolutely made my weekend. Thanks so much!

[@gustafsone]

Kenni showing how to make up for being late to a gig. Holy crap! He's always awesome, but his solo was so tight during the encore that it popped one of Cory's guitar strings!

[@Lins1]

omg such a great show! 漂亮！

[@sweetegg]

oh man how i miss this. thanks for all the new songs and uploads cory!!

[@Inople901278]

Absolutely burnin' up in the first ave

[@snowNOTwar]

Limited world and change the world were on point! Dude in the trench coat threw off the jam 🤣

[@alejandromayr1357]

Cory Wong you inspire me so much !!!

[@anyhandlewoulddo]

You guys must be the happiest band out there. So happy for you

[@brian32151867]

1:37:08 - This version of Work It Out melted my entire sound system.

[@Xaghy7]

Man’s production skills are unreal