The Tallest Man On Earth - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

KEXP.ORG presents The Tallest Man On Earth performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded September 25, 2023
Songs:
Every Little Heart
Major League
Henry St.
Foothills
Kristian Matsson - Vocals, Guitar, Banjo, Piano
Mark Paulson - Guitar, Piano, Violin,
Sinclair Palmer - Bass
Yan Westerlund - Drums
Host: Cheryl Waters
Audio Engineer: Kevin Suggs
Audio Mixer: Kevin Suggs
Mastering: Matt Ogaz
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Alaia D’Alessandro, Ettie Wahl
Director: Scott Holpainen
Editor: Jim Beckmann
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[@travisthornton1792]

0:29 Every Little Heart 4:16 Major League 7:41 Henry St. 12:12 Foothills 16:05 Interview

[@johannesisaksson6178]

During covid I was lucky enough to be one of 50 in attendance to watch him play in a small barn in the northern part of Sweden. Moment of a lifetime!

[@thefernandorozin]

The red barn? Awesome

[@rixxard83]

Ja det var sannerligen en ynnest! Men passar in att Näckenbäcken på sin höjd är mellansverige : P

[@johannesisaksson6178]

@@rixxard83 Detta var i Vännäs utanför Umeå!

[@rixxard83]

Aha! Jaa dåså, my bad, tog för givet sk. Red Barn Show : D

[@qournelius]

watching his transformation over time (as an artist and, seemingly, person) through the lens of KEXP is truly something.

[@deciofonseca262]

One of the greatest folk musician of our time,and beyond. Incredible, original and amazing guitar player. BTW Amazing musicians with Kristian, I loved the arrangements and the dinamic

[@bisket2003]

So nice to hear this guys voice again. It's been years, but now I'm back into his embracing arms.

[@Toddis]

I've always loved this guy's voice

[@Kodamair]

Since 2012, this man has been my hero and inspiration. I’m privileged to have met him several times in person and having seen him grow and evolve as an artist and human being. He definitely deserves every bit of recognition. 😌

[@theworldofo2594]

Saw him and the band in Los Angeles and I'd never heard of him before. He was amazing! Had the audience in the palm of his hand.I'm now a huge fan and look forward to seeing him perform again.

[@MarkKnopflerjunior]

I remember a few months ago all his instruments were stolen on tour, the day before a concert. He reached out on instagram to people within the area, stating which instruments he needed to perform that night. He and the band played the show that night on borrowed instruments. Truly wholesome

[@qman5788]

Tallest man on earth has kinda silently been a huge (lol) figure in my music rotation since high school. As I’ve gotten older I’ve just realized how consistently great this guy is. I hope he gets his flowers often.

[@ThePollaton]

If it’s Cheryl, you know you’ll love the band she always hosts the best. Great as always from Kristian and the band. T.T.M.O.E ❤

[@rasmus9442]

Yää! Sverige representerar med en av våra bästa🇸🇪

[@paxcema]

Wow can't believe I stumbled into this barely one day after being posted. Awesome album!

[@ivanheffner2587]

I’m always happy to watch / listen to The Tallest Man On Earth. Incredible voice.

[@mrcoatsworth429]

Saw him on Jools Holland many years ago. Blew me away.

[@steveym90]

@@mrcoatsworth429the king of Spain / love is all performance on Jools floored me watching it live back in 2010. Loved him since and seen him a dozen times!

[@Rabwagwan]

Going to see him in Amsterdam tomorrow, excited is an understatement

[@cristobalsoto6587]

I can´t wait to travel to see you. I listened to you, since 2017, you are my favourite musician. Thanks for all Kristian!

[@maucool999]

Saw him live in Austin, TX not too long ago. Excellent performer

[@samueljlarson]

Lucky to have found his music early on. What a unique and interesting musician and person. Thanks for the upload.

[@TheLordsofMidlothianRVA]

Cool to see him back on KEXP. He's always been great and he just keeps getting better, on multiple instruments.

[@TheULMOnaut]

Henry St. is such a vulnerable song, like a cryout of never really finding peace and a place where you feel at home. I can feel it, but how he puts it into words and notes is just amazing.

[@caskul]

What an artist, so happy to see him here again!

[@steveibs5714]

I like him🥰

[@thebluebus]

I love his music, his voice, his arrangement, his emotion, his movements…everything

[@patriciosix1610]

The drummer’s facial expressions are amazing haha

[@Kithara1117]

Yan is an incredible talent. I witnessed him smash a cymbal so hard it came off the kit and rolled across the stage while performing with Anjimile in December 🤣

[@kafeistyleees551]

this man is unbelievable, he's so talented. I love his music. thx for the live!!!

[@tgp4871]

Fantastic. I love foothills so much

[@R.V.I.]

So glad to see him on KEXP. Thank you for this treasure!

[@lucianabastos3036]

God, I'm always his fan. Always and always. I simply adore every little song he does. There are few artists who I can say touch my heart so deep as him.

[@AndyGlover]

Loving the full band sound. The Tallest Man on Earth's music transports you to another place with his sophisticated craftsmanship and electric stage presence. An amazing set.

[@thertcll]

Drummer looks like he is trying to do the surströmming challenge and just opened the can.

[@Michumichuy]

great as always

[@philipdanielpiano]

beautiful as always!

[@glitterballz101]

never caught a kexp gig for TTMOE but saw him at EOTR 2012. Held my son aloft for the entire show [almosthehe. Great stuff! KEXP enginerrs absolutely killed it too

[@LC-le9ew]

I think Major League is my favorite on this album! It always makes me smile. ❤

[@leonzeug]

Awesome :)

[@TechnoKillerPro]

This guy is a genius!

[@alexulyankeen8326]

Лайк с первых нот) Это прекрасно) Особенно в 8 утра, аж сугроб за окном начал таять)

[@jmundito]

used to listen to this guy when i was 15. a decade has gone by and ive been on so many lanes and avenues of different sounds and genres since then. so to come back full circle and see hes still at it is pretty cool. foothills was my favorite

[@sandstonesmusic1534]

Så vackert! 😍

[@jwest88]

I didn't know he skated, that's really cool. I used to love skating and it was my creative outlet and usually helped me destress. Being in my mid 30s now with a left knee that hates me and other issues like a bac back and depression have made me fall out of love with skating and life in general. This was a beautiful session.

[@mediacioneducativadesdelas4743]

Te quiero mucho The Tallest Man On Earth

[@itzzy]

Great musicians, I hear a lovely fusion between Dave Matthews and Sting!

[@NickoGBG]

Cool

[@jenspiepel]

❤

[@ronpudding9598]

Just noticed one of the guys is wearing a Chapo Trap House hat. That's fucking great lol Amazing performance by everyone.

[@aaronrosenberg6633]

Really enjoying this music a lot. I told OpenAI that I really like Gregory Alan Isakov, and wanted something just as deep and meaningful, but also more upbeat (without losing depth, and without sounding too anthemic). This is who they told me to listen to, and I have to say that AI was right, despite my fear of it.

[@slipintothebreaks]

Henry St. is one of my favorite songs of the year, but this live version is all over the place and doesn't really do it justice.

[@ajones3569]

Thanks :) 4 The Inspiration Enabling :) THE Trust Spirit Generosity KEXP :)

[@rixxard83]

Been following Kristians journey since 2007/2008. In the beginning actually stumbled over his band Montezumas. Stuck ever since...! on a weekly basis listning to some of his songs. For a period like 2012-2016 it was nothing else coming out of the speakers in my apartament. : p Guitar geniuz? yes indeed..! But it's his lyrics that's truly AMAZING!! Learned to play guitar to his bits. Must have wrecked down atleast 7-8.000 hours to learn his song, probably more. Great pleasure and fun! Also fun to play and sing for friends and family at parties, weddings etc. Can't wait to see you again Kristian later this year in Gävle together with an symphonic orchestra. ❤ And plz come again to Näckenbäcken - your performance peaks with no more than 100people in the crowd. All the best och glad midsommar när den väl kommer. Du får gärna spela Idas Sommarvisa igen någon gång framöver : ) ❤ Vad sägs om att göra en skiva med svenska visor? Det skulle vara något som hand i handske för dig! Mvh//Rickard

[@CameronClarkeOG]

bro morphing into john mellencamp

[@OhFishyFish]

Never mind the singer, but can we yet again appreciate the KEXP sound engineers? I often listen here to artists that aren't my cup of tea but their recording is fantastic.

[@Triggercut92]

Can we? Stop. The strangest most meaningless question ever, dragging people in.

[@OhFishyFish]

@@Triggercut92 And here you are, dragged in and replying. :)

[@ole_limberlegs]

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[@Triggercut92]

@@OhFishyFish think of how meaningless "can we" is. It's so strange. "Hey guys, can we" why

[@JoshHinrichs-vv2ft]

@@Triggercut92such a weird response to such an innocuous comment lol

[@mswcproductions9848]

my pet duck chase me fast in the kitchen!!!

[@jenniferdsouza7708]

AI got nothin' on this level of originality

[@isabelsmith109]

Forgive me but She totally wants him lol I can't blame her 😂

[@wullowtries3018]

1st!

[@k1d666]

what did you win?

[@wullowtries3018]

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[@SailingJasine]

Legend has it that the pandemic will still be a topic on KEXP interviews by 2056.