Silversun Pickups - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

KEXP.ORG presents Silversun Pickups performing live from Sun Liquor in Seattle. Recorded September 15, 2015.
Songs:
Nightlight
The Pit
Circadian Rhythm (Last Dance)
Panic Switch
Latchkey Kids
Lazy Eye
Host: Troy Nelson
Audio Engineer: Jackson Long
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Scott Holpainen, Luke Knecht & Justin Wilmore
Editor: Scott Holpainen
kexp.org
silversunpickups.com
sunliquor.com

[@dougdavidson3260]

I will never tire of Lazy Eye. That song is sheer perfection especially the bass lines.

[@buzztrucker]

Timeless for me.

[@siouxzetter]

Just found out there was so much more to SSPU than Lazy Eye. I mean... Lazy Eye really is a perfect song, but! I am so enjoying finding these little gems in all of their music. I'm sad I didn't know of them when each album was released but it's really nice having so much of their body of work to binge on.

[@FernieAriel]

It pisses me off how talented and perfect they are. They should be the biggest band in the world.

[@debomb721]

Agwee

[@diamaorozco]

They're amazing live!

[@FernieAriel]

@@diamaorozcoyes, I’ve seen them twice this past year and they always rock. Can’t wait till they come back to southern California.

[@timbull194]

Just realizing how his voice is really that controlled and clear when live

[@Moistache]

Impressive with his playing, isn't it?

[@kevincalderonstandup]

can't believe I found this jewel 7 yrs later.

[@Jason7591969]

If you like Smashing Pumpkins, you will love Silversun Pickups. If you don't like Smashing Pumpkins, you will love Silversun Pickups - "Somewhere on the internet"

[@keirkeir9859]

If you dont love Silversun Pickups go smash some pumpkins over your head!

[@scissorsed]

Silversun Pickups is just Smashing Pumpkins if they were The Crow soundtrack

[@MrSimplejack09]

Love SP love SSP

[@MrSimplejack09]

Love SP love SSP

[@Theiliteritesbian]

Lol this is good

[@nopenotgoingtohappen9633]

amazing band , they deserve waay more recognition.

[@jasonnappier6118]

Nope Notgoingtohappen Best live acoustic for surr

[@blackopal3138]

Nope Not going to happen

[@jmps8073]

man these guys were BIG in 2010 and for a good reason. But in time this genre decreased popularity. Still quality material there!

[@peachtreeflowers667]

Agreed 💯

[@twizzle1112]

I will always love and appreciate them! Fuck genres and trends! They are amazing. Wish I saw them live more than once. They opened for muse so of course they made sure the sound quality was poor. I feel they could've easily outshined muse given the proper care and attention. I walked out after the 2nd muse song. Lights and effects are not music!!!!!!!

[@crazyaboutnature]

He has a good live voice.

[@amulshah77]

Nightlight: 0:30 The Pit: 6:29 Circadian Rhythm (Last Dance): 12:04 Panic Switch: 17:03 Latchkey Kids: 23:07 Lazy Eye: 27:26

[@musicforDRUMIES]

+amulshah77 Thanks! :D

[@PotelinoSeven]

Obrigado!!! Gracias!!! Merciiiii beaucoup !!!! :-p

[@c.h.taylor654]

+amulshah77 You the PLUG

[@BLUEBEVERLY123]

+C.H. Taylor stop pls

[@dragonflyd01]

+Brandon Jameson Music same

[@shawneaaroe1438]

Nobody does a whisper to a scream, then back to a whisper better than Silversun Pickups....

[@pierres9147]

wow ! this version of lazy eye is really the best i ever heard.

[@srirulean]

This version of Circadian Rhythm is PERFECT. Amazing.

[@step2191]

I love Nikki's stamina when shes playing the bass line for Panic Switch. She once played it solo for what seems like 3 minutes straight at the Norva in Norfolk, Virginia in 2010!

[@Joe_Laughs]

I love Brian & Nikki doing their music together. They are far more beautiful than they know & their music is beyond beautiful. Thank you Silversun Pickups for these type of concerts in addition to the full on productions with Joe & Christopher. I can't get enough of their music.

[@mariusiscru1289]

this music never gets old, sounds perfect even unplugged, definitely they deserve more recognition!

[@jackulstrom9150]

Everyone's talking about Brian (and with good reason) but Nikki was really in top form here too. It's almost strange to hear her sing with such power.

[@JackManEveryday]

She sounded unreal on Latchkey Kids

[@kevingerm8642]

Nikki’s incredible with her bass playing and her voice…and she’s hot, too!

[@osidiusemphatic3505]

@@kevingerm8642 I haven't paid too much attention to them since Neck of the Woods. Has Nikki sung lead on any songs since? Loved that she got to lead on Pikul.

[@TheRealWarez]

This should be a top comment.

[@yjovian]

great show and then some

[@ShawnRakar]

this performance is AWESOME and should be released as an LP

[@drock83]

Still one of my favorite KEXP performances ever

[@jonceramic]

At ~32:55... Where he gives a wink and then literally adjusts his Lazy Eye look to the camera. Love it. Love you, Silversun. So awesome.

[@jeff7764]

"Lazy Eye" is one bad ass mother f'n jam

[@stevej6215]

heard that..

[@bryanwinchell2305]

Dude I love the music video for It too.

[@Yirmyah]

This is one of the greatest rock performances of all time to me.. SSPU are amazing. KEPX is sun shine.

[@johnherring9633]

Ill never forget this performance. Not that I was there, I just saw it for the first time in 2016. I come back regularly. It is amazing

[@blackopal3138]

One word …. Khruangbin

[@TheRealWarez]

Thought that you we're exaggerating. Watched video... you were not exaggerating.

[@MonsterCody]

Silversuns, never disappoint..................................

[@marsvolta1690]

this is one of my top 5 bands of all times

[@bunt1691]

Mars Volta They also rank in my top five. With Metallica, Pearl Jam, Bob Dylan, and Incubus.

[@josebasanta1046]

Zeppelin, The Cure, Depeche Mode, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Killers. But they are defínetely in my first 10s

[@cscansin]

@Whatsinaname Mars Volta Mars Volta At the Drive In and Red Hot Chili Peppers

[@theworldneedswinners91]

The Smashing Pumpkins, Alice In Chains, SSPU, Depeche Mode, Pearl Jam for me

[@jonmango]

This is a wholly underexposed band who I can find has no bad songs. An arm's length concert with these guys would be incredibly dope!

[@zerostar1679]

Iooznbtx j check m g u true. N chi hi a ukulele N. N B I’m n yo this r I I’m k mom lol m mak eeesss

[@zerostar1679]

Jtg g hh

[@kellychristensen2045]

I'd be over the moon to have been there!

[@HipsterKaren]

17:15 acoustic bass goodness.

[@DrQuacky]

It's the mark of a great band when they sound even better live like this.

[@whyyoustaring]

Holy shit they have so much renewed energy and charisma in this performance. Both of their voices sound better than ever.

[@Kirandera]

Brian's voice is in mint condition DX I wasn't ready... The Nightlight belts, the harmonies. My edges have vanished.

[@s70driver2005]

I freaking love that rendition of it!!

[@michaeloconnor139]

i always love to see a band show that they don't need a big production to prove how awesome their songs are, or for that matter, that they care about a big production. . great musicians, need more like them.

[@GR018]

One of the best bands around.

[@albertmendoza6618]

Everything about this is rock and roll perfection

[@kurtay1130]

89.3 The Current played this and we LOOOOOOOVed it. we love SSPU. and we are almost 50. How cool is that?

[@dudeguymanbro9363]

Such an amazing performance! Wish I was lucky enough to see them so candid like this

[@Kyyp3r]

a new gem I got to know thanks to kexp

[@patrickjohn7990]

I can't like this enough! Such an amazing performance.

[@michaeljamesmccabe]

Wow! Awesome performance in that setting. Great work KEXP! Thanks for setting it up and sharing!

[@markprice2225]

This band has always rocked. Love this unplugged set

[@ginaunger2399]

I have watched/listened to this more times that I can count!

[@bronsmember1842]

this is so good, love watching them acoustic live

[@paulcook229]

seriously addicted to this live session of their awesome music!

[@pavXX]

Just watched this again. What an AWESOME set!

[@88AndCounting]

This is really really nice. Their voices live are great, and I live for that acoustic bass.

[@windborne8795]

Always loved these guys! Saw them LIVE at the first Riptide Festival in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Incredible show!!!

[@danman6669]

By far one of my favorite bands, and this session shows why. They are amazing.

[@tonybones8402]

I really think they're an all time great band. When you watch them live they just kill it, love these guys

[@ChardonnaySundae]

They are amazing. I need to see them live. It's my dream!

[@dickjohnson9996]

her singing has gotten more confident, she's sounding really good here :D

[@blackopal3138]

lol, ok, Dick. Good ear you got yourself there

[@carlaalbuja3832]

THEY ARE AWSOME!!!!!! THE FIRST TIME I LISTEN TO THEM AND IM TOTALLY FASCINATED!

[@hplromio01]

That was an incredible performance. Very cool..very cool indeed!

[@derekpoundmaker8829]

First time hearing this band,love it, silversun pickups...I want more.

[@DaltonGoesSlow]

amazing chemistry between them ! they were in their element here!

[@dnvnquinn]

A Tyson joke and a Back to the Future reference. Best band ever.

[@tylerspiegel3294]

These two are so amazing, and fun to watch! I can see myself at the bar taking part in the whole scene. Love your music. And the volume control....stunning.

[@tylerspiegel3294]

lol not "your music" KEXP. Lol just watched Brian rip up the host

[@joeldalangin2427]

Great to hear the harmonies so clearly, woven so well

[@AudioGardenSlave123]

Really quality audio for a small bar. Great singing and awesome clear clean guitar.

[@omffgusernames]

Face totally f'n melted. Easily the best live recording I have ever seen. The quality... on everything... so far beyond. You crushed it, set the bar. Totally speechless. GAH! Do those people in the bar even know???

[@isabellec857]

Their songs are wonderful in acoustic version too. Great musicians and singers. ❤❤❤❤

[@to2burger]

This might be my favorite video on KZbin; maybe even the whole internet who knows!

[@Raymond-sw1pe]

Suich complex songs. I played this one to my brother before he died and said I wished I had written it. He liked it. You can't get bored with them because they're always surprising.

[@cmb1313]

You guys are the absolute coolest!

[@neilarnold9662]

I have always loved bands with man and woman on vocals, their voices are a perfect match, you can feel the emotion in their songs.

[@marketahanakova1519]

Great performance... I love Brian's expressive vocals and Nikki's calmness :-) Awesome as always

[@brandonc9589]

Thank you! Miss you guys, late night rolling into my weekend.

[@customfacebookpages]

I love this set, listen to it at least 1 or 2 times a week. Better than album versions

[@matthewjames206]

So good. What a great band and what a cool performance. There needs to be more daytime bar shows like this.

[@ionse]

The Beautiful quintessence of my life in one song called "Lazy Eye" thank you for this live performance, Delightful.

[@seeeseee4689]

Watch the video lists. A keeper.

[@kurtgildea33]

I watch this session at least 4 times a year. I was supposed to see them in Nashville March 2020 until the pandemic hit. Still hope to see them one day soon

[@s70driver2005]

Did you get to see them yet!?!?

[@todsharigian9877]

Saw them last night in Boulder Colorado on 4/20😂, they are so good live

[@ronellerogers7798]

I love, love, love amazing performance ❤❤❤❤

[@kunst6]

LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF THIS

[@scbird1]

Just found this today and have been playing all day.

[@rockanlover10]

Los amo desde la primera vez que los escuche en la radio hace mas de 15 años…

[@cheflaszlo]

my fav band. just pure proper music

[@kevinolson1710]

Fantastic! The Expression is AWESOME!

[@jimmipop1]

one of my favorite bands. Went to go see them at the Red Bull Soundstage and they where amazing!

[@LeafsfanTroy1967]

+Jimmi Reaza: One of my faves right now, as well. Brian is so talented, it's crazy. As soon as I hear a new song, I automatically love it. Only other bands that I can say did that to me is Rush, Nirvana, and Foo Fighters. Metric is good too.

[@msdzappa4701]

First time hearing this duo - Very Good! Thanks for the Post

[@ThePowergoats]

Love this band.

[@sartura]

There is nothing I wouldn't give to hear this live... I love you SSPU, I hope you visit this video in the future... You mean everything to me

[@santastabber]

this tied for personal favorite acoustic performance. horse the band's arrive is amazing but this makes up for it with a whole set.

my favourite one, as well. just plain awesome.

[@debomb721]

26:08 shivers when Nikki snaps to singing “latchkey kids” after humming

[@AleksandreMzhavia]

One of the best bands of our time.

[@AaronKoelker]

I didn't realize it until now, but despite how long I've liked this band and have listened to their studio albums, I don't think I've ever given a listen to their live stuff. Shame on me. I especially like this acoustic stuff.

[@ComradeScrungus]

+Cedar Sun SSPU acoustic is almost on par with nirvana acoustic. It's that good.

[@davidheras1682]

+Cedar Sun I've been to everyone of their concerts anywhere near me- absolutely worth it

[@AaronKoelker]

+David Heras I finally went to see them a couple weeks ago actually, and they were pretty amazing! sounded great live

[@anthonymcintyre2242]

+Joey Estacado Are you death? This predictable music is equal to one of the most iconic albums from one of the most iconic bands. HIPSTERS NOWADAYS...

[@lmmartinez97]

+Anthony Mcintyre Well he did not name any of Nirvana's albums. Given that, let's compare. Nikki eats Niko for breakfast as far as musicality goes. Brian's guitar skills will put Cobain's to shame anytime you hear the riff from Lazy Eye. Guanlao is just a beast, though he doesn't show up in this shows. Check MTV's Kissing Families performance and tell me that it cannot be compared to The Man Who Sold The World. Music evolve, and you don't have to call us hipsters because of it.

[@morantrent67]

Goodness, I'm usually against acoustic versions, but this was incredible. How in the hell has this band stayed primarily "under the radar" of the general public for this long? I've been listening since I was in high school. Graduated in '07. And this bad was a blip with Lazy Eye that I didn't really fall in love with until much, much later. Hands down one of the best acoustic sets I've personally witnessed.

[@Vega.pdf35mm]

They're such great performers

[@sergioencalada4709]

so good! one of the best bands I´ve heard

[@ThiefOfNavarre]

The harmonies on Circadian rythem are amazing!

[@dansando8198]

This performance is just outstanding..wow

[@bmo1522]

Awesome set, and "Lazy Eye", incredible.

[@RubesM]

30:15 - So obviously two different bands and styles, BUT…. After Chester from LKN PARK left us, I was really bummed I would never again hear another vocalist with such beautiful loud screams of perfection. They’re not all gone my friends, this man is amazing when he cranks it up. Love how clear and satisfying his voice sounds at its peak. Love this band!

[@marcofallarinodanieli563]

stunning performance ... love it

[@pattyanderson9671]

really good , nice work guys , not often i hear something i like this much at first listen

[@graffitiguru]

She is magnificent. Great feel.

[@grandlaker5689]

Absolutely amazing

[@shoopaddledink7062]

what a fantastic band , they're amazing yet need not be perfect just really really good , which keeps the life in the music

[@mariafietta6864]

Gee they are talented, funny and also acoustic. Just perfect to me🤘♥️🎤✨.

[@artuzando]

This is one of their best acoustic performances!

[@richardriccardi5547]

my favorite band! Awesome!

[@seq2024]

FKN Fantastic ! Your Talent and her smile and demeanor , Perfect mesh.

[@qthomas5477]

One of my favs!!! Well done

[@cporteus968]

Always loved this band