Fleet Foxes | Blue Ridge Mountains | A Take Away Show

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[@pjwalgam82]

is there any way to get this version on itunes? it's by far the best rendition of this song, and i need it in my phone.

[@vlad4evar]

pjwalgam82 Best bet would be converting it to mp3 then adding it to your phone using itunes on your computer.

[@zorth42]

J tillman is judaa

[@jlbaker2000]

​@@zorth42 Judas

[@paulcordero224]

Drums are.ass .

[@livingwithmonsters2888]

Their harmonization is incredibly beautiful. Like songbirds having a conversation.

[@mellowtron214]

This video is a classic. There’s so much gold online that you can forget about whole pockets only to rediscover them over a decade later. I bust out my Fleet Foxes every winter here in Texas, I wait all the god damn hot summer for the few weeks of relieving cold. Fleet Foxes is that feeling in audio form, to me.

[@standardbrah]

absolutely ; this vid alone was such an influential aspect of my music development in 2008

[@martinwilmsen1050]

You nailed it

[@ambertaylor2225]

I'm from Michigan but live in Texas and have to say, I completely agree.

[@grzegorzwitkowski9299]

I'm the other way around, Fleet foxes are always hot summer for me, escape from the cold

[@RowanRose492]

@@grzegorzwitkowski9299I agree!

[@alexs5394]

I remember when this video first dropped. I'm seeing Fleet Foxes live for the first time tonight! One of my all time favorite bands

[@donaven58]

Denver? Mission Ball Room? I was there :)

[@alexs5394]

@@donaven58 it was actually salt lake. What a great show!

[@germanmartinez1994]

LUCKY! I’m just on the nostalgia train watching all these takeaway shows

[@smpjx]

U old as fuuuck

[@Beaufosheau]

This was the pinnacle of cinematography back then lmao

[@Jess12787]

Whoever is responsible for creating the idea for these "Take Away Shows" honestly deserves a Nobel peace prize or something

[@MagicSoulBus]

Check out “The do” on the take away shows

[@Guitardudeftw]

You’d love young the giant in the open series

[@GTRJohn13]

PreTrump Prepandemic Prehell I Agree!! AWESOME!!!!

[@adriannnf]

Seriously. I ask people to this day and they have no clue what I’m talking about. Just musicians in the public expressing themselves. Nothing more beautiful

[@longhairedchild1]

His name is Vincent Moon. Look up all the work he´s done, incredible!

[@HennessyPatrick]

Still holds up 12yrs later.

[@par32]

13 and counting

[@HennessyPatrick]

@@par32 facts

[@chrisgilliver1]

And your comment still holds up 2 years later

[@Jenisonc]

​​@@chrisgilliver1and yours a year still. ;) 🖖

[@fenixfunk5]

I'm in absolute awe of Robin's incredible voice.

[@anthonysimons825]

This band makes undeniably beautiful music

[@trains70]

The Blue Ridge mountains are my home, I can hear the mountain music influences so clearly. I didnt appreciate it growing up but I do now.

[@wilsonallender6334]

Tommy Raines same here I used to hate it but now that I’ve lived the city life for years now I yearn to be back in my grandpas backyard listening to the birds chirp

[@derek0660]

the acapella song at the beginning is so amazing. and they're all just so perfectly in tune and blend so well. it takes a ton of talent to be a good solo singer AND blend well.

[@stedhardy]

Wow. this is a severe case of talent. Very few bands have the artistic ability to understand melody and create emotions and visuals with a song. Not only do they understand rythym and melody but they perform it extremely well.

[@shaybourgeois]

Please do not ever delete this video YT!!! I walked down the isle to the love of my life with this song playing in the first minute....most beautiful moment of my life!

[@DrNworbsKitsCats]

I haven't loved a band this much in ages

[@zenyattatekhartha4699]

ever

[@lisalynnn]

Their tenor is one of the most beautiful I've ever heard. The harmony is amazing!

[@hippiecheezburger5457]

It’s like angels, I love the influence I hear in their music from like Crosby Stills & Nash or Simon and Garfunkel just beautiful

[@n0thininmyn0ggin]

I never realized why this song was slowly becoming my favorite off their self titled until revisiting this video and remembering discovering it 2 years ago. My subconscious kicks ass.

[@JEWFRO503]

Went on a trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains a few weeks ago with my friends. We listened to Fleet Foxes during the whole drive through the mountains.

[@GideonIbemereJr]

People don't understand the extent of these guy's greatness

[@UndercoverNormie]

They do now

[@Rutgermr]

Incredible, i've been coming back to this video for more than a decade...

[@delic619]

I can't believe that there are people alive that can perform like that. A completely pure band that performs so convincingly.

[@nash0089]

Damn. Every once in awhile this song just hits that perfect spot. What a joy this song has been for me!

[@sirha]

Man, when I look at my life, I realize how far away this is. I love this song. Along with Steve Miller Band (not staying that they sound alike) this band brings about nostalgia that no other can describe. In just a few years, this music has impacted me, Along with Mountainman(the three woman band) and Mewithoutyou.

[@JbRi08]

I can barely watch this...it's too fucking good. I feel like I'm being transported to another world. Robin's voice gives me chills...

[@apeasay]

In the early days of Crosby Stills and Nash there was a similar buzz. The harmonies were unbelievable, and the material was sorta natural, acoustic and with a conscience. Fleet Foxes are in many ways as good as CS&N in their day. Not at all the same, but since I lived thru that era, I can see similarities. Both incredible musicians, very talented songwriters. A gift to our time.

[@epicstorm2006]

Yes, yes, yes!

[@Frostbytex4]

The bit with Sun Giant in the beginning is perfection, I wish the album version sounded that good.

[@hayleyhenson33]

Decided to take a look at this Take Away show and it reminded why I love the Fleet Foxes so much. I've only gotten to see them live once in 2011. This is real music, raw talent, and I could never get enough. Come back to Austin Fleet Foxes!

[@10mikemessi]

they are awesome

[@moriahpaige1]

Glad to be back after 14+ years.

[@brettmaxwell1739]

Thank God for these guys and Justin Vernon, amazing talents

[@jevinday]

There is no other band who has taught me more about harmony than Fleet Foxes. My parents just moved to North Carolina, they live in the Blue Ridge Mountains. One day I will lay on the ground there and listen to this song. Only then will I be complete.

[@MidnightMusings948]

They are what I imagine if CSNY had a baby with Simon and Garfunkel. Phenomenal lyricism combined with insane harmonies.

[@GabrielKerr]

I was 21 when this came out. Life was so different then.

[@calen199]

same here. Exactly.

[@crystalforrest6839]

I Was 22 and you’re so right

[@6kaijutsu66]

yes i was 20 this makes me want to go back

[@willy7889]

Damn I was 12💀

[@jsheriff396]

I was 10

[@fpl_cricket]

i love how skye is just like "i don't sing" the whole time

[@ashleynichole5833]

I love this band so freaking much. And I love this song too. It's one of my favorite songs of theirs. And I love how even live how their harmonies still sound very sync and great together

[@JJJameson.]

Quite funny realizing FJM has his vocal chops because he spent time with the world's greatest barbershop quartet

[@sgrey9181]

Who is FJM?

[@JJJameson.]

@@sgrey9181 My apologies, I'm referring to Father john misty, also known as josh Tillman, formerly known as the drummer in this video. Nowadays he has a solo act and it's great, you should check it out

[@cactaceous]

J.J Jameson Great? His four albums after he left Fleet Foxes are better than the last two the Foxes have recorded. The FF albums are good but, Father John Misty has four amazing records. Crazy he was always the guy in the back with the great voice. Until...

[@theivoryclaws7275]

@@cactaceous Crack-Up and Shore are miles better than any of Tillman’s output.

[@cactaceous]

@@theivoryclaws7275 Opinions are subjective.

[@minghan8]

I was crying so much when i heard this song, reminded me so much of the times I spent with my gf in the UK, the life I lead with her in spring and in the summer, the times we lie down with each other in the gardens and the ice creams we had, the laughters and tears and the times we played in the first days of the breaking of spring. It was all so beautiful. God I miss her so much.

[@PhivaFlav]

Me and my late brother used to cruise downtown at night, singing this in acappella to the top of our lungs, not giving a fuck who heard. Blue Ridge Mountains will always have a place in my soul.

[@restlessascension3260]

Sounds like a great memory 😌

[@ClueFinderDirtDigger]

They’ve all grown up so much since then. As artists, as individuals. And damn good music along the whole journey.

[@SolarisAjna]

We need this back.

[@scottflores2502]

lol, i could be wrong...but I love how Josh Tillman, Father John Misty, looks sooo bored when he joins in. I love his contribution to Fleet Foxes...I love Father John Misty even more!!! Cheers!!

[@DurandRobinson]

Reminds me of singing shaped notes music with a blacksmith, a quilter and a candlestick maker back about 30 years ago at a folk arts festival in Alabama (Horse Pens 40). Great stuff.

[@MastaJaysQ]

The imagery that both of these songs call to mind is so rustic and peaceful. Transports me to a different kind of life than the one I've lived.

[@JesusAguilar-wx2ur]

I’ve seen fleet foxes four times: Treasure Island Music Festival, at the Fillmore in SF, the Greek in Berkeley, and the Hollywood Bowl. I’m going to see them in Paris in a few weeks. And I’m hoping I get those same feels I get every time I rewatch this video. I love this band.

[@JesusAguilar-wx2ur]

It was everything I wished for, and more. ❤️

[@fahdsaeed2555]

Postws 14 yrs ago, I listen to it once every 2 weeks, since it came out. Never get tired of it.

[@tokinGLX]

i like the glitchy transitions. cheers to the editor

[@thatdude6004]

Here 15 years later. Still as incredible as I remember it. Legendary performance, legendary band.

[@matchbox420.]

Those of us who can love fleet foxes and Josh's solo music.. We're the real mvps.

[@tyke1343]

downthestreetteam Most definitely. I love them both so much.

[@Zeokoz]

is it uncommon for the fans to like both?

[@vincentlo7678]

I think not. Lots of fan like both. Though, I used to not listen to FJM as a FF fanboy. But, that's not that big of a population. People can appreciate the great music Josh is making.

[@vincentlo7678]

Luna Tuna Yes it is. But you only heard the loud minority. ALL my friends that loves FF, also appreciates Josh work.

[@Ojos.juntos]

I understand what you mean, but I don't think neither the Fleet Foxes nor Josh enjoy both the fleet foxes' and FJM's music lol

[@kingdomsbythesea]

Fleet Foxes are one of those bands who just go un-noticed and do their own thing, and just blossom into something beautiful. And when they finally do explode with stardom, they're just the same.

[@HeavyUntitled]

Robin and his guys have probably the best harmonies I have ever heard. They look like they are playing in some sort of prison. Regardless this video is amazing it shows that they don't need a recording studio to make them sound good. They sound exactly the same live. Itunes plays...2000 per song and counting....!

[@jennchick126]

His voice is so beautiful. It's crazy how that much talent and, for lack of a better word, awesomeness could come from 5 people.. Live!

[@LucidSoundz]

2:43 gives me chills everytime, i love that part!

[@RyanB_203]

Lucid Soundz dope to know that one of my favorite producers fucks with fleet foxes 👌👍

[@Alex-ii9sp]

for me, it's 4:49

[@nicholasbanos4050]

The best thing I ever did in my life was go to college and room with someone that showed my this beautiful band. This song is amazing recorded and even better as a take away show. FFF (fleet foxes forever ♥️)

[@papayer]

I love that this took place during the time where they still struggled with the tempo on this song lol. Sun Giant was phenomenal though. 14 years later, still every bit as excellent as it was on day one. God I love FF.

[@honkhogan909]

I miss this time of music. It was real and raw and beautiful. 😢

[@JeffR-fd7hn]

This video got me hooked 12 years ago and I finally saw them in concert last night at the Greek! Truly moving.

[@whitneyv5696]

These guys make some of the best music I've ever heard in my life.

[@savageantelope3306]

This song invokes such an exciting good feeling, and to see it live in one of these is so cool

[@liab1883]

What a life I lead in the summer What a life I lead in the spring What a life I lead when the wind, it breathes What a life I lead in the spring What a life I lead when the sun breaks free As a giant torn from the clouds What a life indeed when that ancient seed Is a-buried, watered and plowed What a life What a life What a life What a life What a life I lead in the summer What a life I lead in the spring What a life I lead when the wind, it breathes What a life I lead in the spring

[@vlad4evar]

Thank you!

[@loriholman6125]

Thank You ❤💖❤

[@MagicSoulBus]

I love to close my eyes and hear the harmonies one by one then all together. Love music like this. Such soul.

[@MalSilkey]

Brought to tears. Miss these guys so much.

[@heyguesswhatirock]

Almost in tears, I love them so much. It's like someone tailored a band together just for me, spun from flax golden voices and guitar strings. -3 :')

[@pokkiedottie]

It's my dream to watch them live

[@DavidJohnson-os4ug]

You'll sadly never have the opportunity. I was privileged enough to see them on the terrace at the University of Wisconsin Union and to this day it is one of the greatest live shows I've seen. The harmonies are nothing short of mind blowing live! I'm sorry you found them after they disassembled!

[@abcdefg12435]

You could see Father John Misty at the up coming Coachella Fest.

[@oslodunc]

David Johnson I totally agree. Between songs it was silent almost. Really a special occasion.

[@Frizzi95]

David Johnson They're only on hiatus. It's likely that they will tour again when Robin gets his diploma.

[@coleudall14]

+Fridrik Thorsson Robin is now touring if you didn't see! :)

[@simoncmon]

wow the acoustics of that room sounds beautiful

[@itamarkas]

It reminds me my youth, I can cry like a baby when I hear it

[@InstrumentManiac]

Aww he's not quite Father John Misty here yet he is still lil Child John Misty

[@justaDude-007]

InstrumentManiac I wish I could upvote this twice haha

[@DJoeLawless]

+InstrumentManiac Son Johnny Mist

[@trevorjones5542]

+InstrumentManiac who blows the Blue Ridge Mountain performance smh

[@PShireman]

+Myleea Harris Altar Boy Johnny

[@allanmojica6455]

he always looks like he needs a snickers

[@gothboi4ever]

This band has just continuously gotten better I have been listening for 2 years. I am so happy to say that they are still my favorite band! Seriously Religiously GOOD!

[@Gillty101]

"Washing dishes, playing drums, and getting by."

[@lilyv1164]

Knowing what the song blue ridge mountains is about just gosh brings tears to my eyes every time

[@blueedaydreamer]

miss the fleet foxes! it's been almost 5 years now

[@DownValleyTroy]

NEW ALBUM BRO!!!!1!

[@DB-jf2dw]

@@DownValleyTroy NEW ALBUM AGAIN!!!

[@nancymg2619]

I can't explain how much excited I get with this song. My heart just jump from my chest...❤️

[@for_frodo91]

Art at it's best.

[@watashiwanachodes]

i have watched this so many times over the last 2 yrs it makes me feel happy robin pecknold is a skillfull songwriter

[@lasotamusic]

Crosby Stills and Nash influence here. Keep it going!

[@MCLemonyfresh]

this is music from my generation that I would actually feel proud showing to my kids. THANK GAWWDDD

[@Purpadurpolis]

I never have been a fan of Fleet Foxes, until watching this.

[@gloryhelleluja]

Just saw them at Spreckels Theatre in San Diego...amazing live show. Their vocals are haunting, and just as great live as recorded. After listening for a couple of hours I still had to come home and listen some more. Inspiring!

[@burrito270]

I watch this video every day... I love it so much

[@mitsurugi2651]

I miss walking four hours in the cold while listening to this....always reach for the magic of life

[@PiyapornKhuankaew]

Can't stop listening to their song ! Amazing band

[@secretavenger9444]

One of my favorite bands. This is what real music sounds like.

[@evalopez2927]

I love it, it touches the soul.

[@MisterBeaucoup]

What a beautiful band. This song brings a tear to my eye.... in a good way.

[@garethparker9210]

4:05...Father John Misty..hmm.....It. Just. Might. Work....

[@MsLiooo]

Ce qui est génial avec vos videos c'est que vous mettez ces artistes en scène dans les plus beau endroits de Paris, en happening comme ça à l'improviste avec la réaction des gens en direct. Magnifique

[@vitopettito1689]

The videography in these take away shows always gets me xD But holy fuck this is some spot on music, absolutely gorgeous, especially with that reverb, which I suspect is natural. So awesome, I wish I could be in a group like this.

[@LJVC91]

A techer made us watch and discuss thsi video for film class. Greatest teacher ever.

[@TheChubbyDucky93]

its like jesus had 5 unknown brothers and they decided to make indie music

[@djc2526]

Daniel Fuentes fuck! You just gave me a major flashback. About 13/14 years ago I was walking about Glasgow having dropped an acid. It was pretty late. I met 5 guys from a band and I was like ‘5 JESUS’S! 5 FUCKING JESUS’S!’ Now I didn’t actually think it was 5 Jesus’s but I was nonetheless amazed. I wonder if it was them?!

[@mitsurugi2651]

@@djc2526 I want to go get drunk in Glasgow. It's not where you are but where you go.

[@michelevanderwoude6483]

LOL

[@Renee_ok_-_-]

We don't know what he looked like, but mostly only through Western/Anglo imagination....

[@erickwladimirgarciamateus8224]

Haha 😂

[@cheapsundae]

Gunna see them live in Vancouver on Friday. So incredibly excited. Tears of joy will be cried.

[@teejay89656]

I think all bands should sing in dome shaped rooms with amazing acoustics.

[@crestkriegVI]

I remembered watching this 14 years ago, whole lot circumstances different from what now, then I see this, father John misty still on fleet Foxes, robin still have a long hair, I still looking at a new music to looks up to, time does fly.

[@JM06261996]

Love the melodica

[@RhacsandMTG]

When I listen to Fleet Foxes the back of my neck tingles, not in a tangible way though, as if just listening to it made me feel something that wasn't real. When I listen to Fleet Foxes, the unreal seems real, the impossible becomes plausible, and the things confined to what we see and hear and experience when we are dreaming become reality. When I listen to Fleet Foxes, I believe that there might be a god. And anyone who knows me can testify that I am a very adamant atheist. Keep it coming guys

[@ariannadecouvert]

no one's voice can ever be as brilliant as robin pecknold's

[@whyloechoedome8122]

This is how I listen to this song its raw. How they changed the tempo of 'Sun' makes it just right for me

[@thecitizenjoan]

Favorite Take Away of all time next to the Bon Iver, Beirut and Daniel Johnston ones

[@thecitizenjoan]

And Noah and the Whale

[@inkoinfinity2]

The Downtown Cat I like the lumineers take away show,it was the first I saw.Beirut was good too.

[@thecitizenjoan]

Johan Liebert oh man I gotta watch that one thanks

[@marcosj1986]

I really liked "2080" by Yeasayer. That was also a fantastic one.

[@JABBERW0CK2000]

My personal favorite

[@rodrigogrohl]

All i wish i could do was to get on my knees, right in the middle of then, and say how much i'm thankful for their music.

[@Omgberto]

His voice is so powerful.

[@TubaGott45]

I am so glad i came back after so many years to once more experience this calmness.

[@gerbodis]

Imagine being one of those people in the room with them getting a personal performance in a way

[@selfishmachineex]

i just saw this yesterday and i was so overwhelmed with this song's beauty that i almost began to cry. fleet foxes are so wonderful

[@sasquatchmtb]

Macauly Culkin sure kicks ass on the mandolin.

[@trinityfrank2526]

Oh my 😂 I can't unsee it

[@RockandRollWoman]

That's Skyler Skjelset. A Norwegian surname, pronounced Shellset.

[@CJAnonymous]

I love A Take Away Show's cinematography almost as much as their music. It's rare that you see someone make "shaky cam" look awesome.