World Party - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

[@scottlovesbarda]

So many memories tied to his music. This one hurts. Rest in Peace, Karl❤

[@mannyp467]

To lose him and Sinead within a year is brutal. Sweet Soul dream is a beautiful song.

[@lw2978]

@@mannyp467And I fell back alone is one of my top 10 songs of all time. Karl was one of great songwriters of his generation.

[@johnpod]

This one hurts, so true!

[@GaryM67-71]

He won't be resting in peace, obviously. Only the righteous make it into heaven, those in Christ, living a holy life. Few make it.

[@johnpod]

@@GaryM67-71 Winner of most tone-deaf, unfeeling and idiotic comment of the week. Congrats!

[@neildonaldson3408]

Just heard today. So very sorry for Karl's family loss. A loss for all humanity. Much respect and love to you Karl. RIP.

[@bellerophon30]

Karl Wallinger is one of the truly underappreciated treasures of his, or any other, era. A fantastic songwriter, musician, and performer. I'm proud to say that I have all of his albums.

[@kv3g]

totally agree. Karl leaked over from a parallel universe where Prince was born in the UK as a white guy.

[@elizabethbradford8198]

Well put, Chuck. I really like Is It Like Today-maybe more than any other song. I just discovered WP within the past year. I love the way the singer & the song shine with a silvery patina in 2012. I'm 68 y.o.- if that helps frame my comments.

[@henryhepburn7899]

Yes, exactly right

[@emmettmckenna4565]

Karl and World Party are marvelous. A band that most Americans will never hear!

[@Suzz60947]

A gifted, yet humble, individual. ❤️✌️

[@WiltshireHare]

Such sad news today. Goodbye Karl. Thank you for the music.

[@simondickinson5578]

1 of the greatest bands who never really got the recognition they deserved...legends...

[@JohnCrowley-ij1ox]

Such a beautiful songwriter and performer. Rest in Peace Karl

[@tobysirus4996]

Thanks for the music Karl. Peace and warm winds to you friend.

[@chrisVandalay]

So sad, but my God what a musical legacy! "Is It Like Today" has always evoked emotions in me that I'm not sure I understand... "Many years ago he looked out thru a glassless window, didn't understand much of what he saw..."😢❤

[@martinallman5060]

My secular saint. A truly spiritual guy. Heart on sleeve humanist. Kick ass tunester and wordsmith. Something to believe in.

[@honuman39]

@@grantbennett333 I'm sorry I missed that. Can you repeat please.

[@honuman39]

In a just universe World Party would be as big as the Beatles. Wallinger wrote incredible music.

[@kennethbrady]

@@honuman39 Could not agree more:)

[@remixandkaraoke]

@@honuman39 TRUTH! You DO know why he's not more famous.... Don't you? Because he was promoting anti-war ideas in his lyrics. God bless him.

[@soniczoo]

TMI - simply enjoy.

[@jwmaceachern3049]

Put The Message In A Box is a song that I try and pass on to every young person I meet. Its danceable, its got motions, its joyous - and its an important message. RIP Karl - Thank You

[@djkentuckyham]

I was 19, living deep in the American suburbs. I'd walk the streets of my neighborhood night with a cassette of Goodbye Jumbo playing in serious loop mode on my Walkman. That particular recording (coupled Marlboro lights) made my summer of 90 a better place. Karl is a brilliant songwriter.

[@Bikewithlove]

Robert Sullivan - I relate to your story, I grew up in a suburb of Philadelphia, and at 20 I was longing to move into the city. World Party always makes me think of bright warm sunny early summer days in Olde City after a rain. Songs like this gave me a feeling like I could make a difference in the world.

[@honuman39]

I had a similar connection to Goodbye Jumbo while I lived in NY. Gave me a lot of self reflection and inspiration.

[@jimogden157]

I can completely relate to how this album was your inspiration back in 1990, as it was for me. I was at university in Durham, England, and spent a lot of time listening to this work of genius on my Walkman. Brilliant. It makes it into my top 10 albums of all time.

[@cynth805]

Karl, I miss you already!!! Your music has been a perfect soundtrack for life! So intelligent, so humorous, so gifted!! Wishing your soul EVERY possible BLESSING!! ❤❤❤

[@swhmetta]

Dang, he is spot on with his vocals on both songs. His voice hasn't declined. Classic singer and band!

[@john-dz6wk]

Karl passed yesterday March 10 2024 r.i.p. karl.! J.f.***

[@kipsome45]

@@john-dz6wk😢

[@ChristopherWalker007]

His voice is still amazing 26 years after I first heard him sing "Ship of Fools"!

[@mattiemclean9882]

yup. those harmonies are amazing too... The song Ship of Fools actually inspired me to leave my first (shitty) job and start a band!

[@mogwai3242]

@@mattiemclean9882 Are there songs of your band on yt? Regards

[@mattiemclean9882]

@@mogwai3242 yes there are. lots

[@mogwai3242]

@@mattiemclean9882 Show'em.

[@TorToroPorco]

I saw Karl & World Party perform in the late 80s in a club and it was one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to. I deeply regret not making an effort to seeing him perform again. He was such a gifted musician and song writer.

[@fayfaybird]

I sure wish Karl hadn’t left us so soon. I listened to all his albums obsessively back in the 90’s. I loved his songs and voice and went back to listen to them now and then. Hope you’re happy wherever you’ve gone off to Karl.

[@nadionmediagroup]

Goodbye Karl. A pop tunesmith with few peers. Thank you for sharing yourself with us.

[@alisonkimber586]

We have lost a true genious and beautiful soul ! R.I.P Karl !

[@thehypnoticdog6682]

Saw him just once as opening act for Steely Dan. Great concert. Beautiful voice. Tight band. RIP

[@the_katman2181]

I love his tunes and instrumentation, but lyrically is where Karl really shines. Every song is a sublime little piece of poetry. Such precise writing. Beautiful.

[@emmettmckenna4565]

Karl‘a great!!!

[@enigma3345]

RIP Karl. Thanks KEXP for the showcase and menories. Such lovely songs and beautiful albums. I saw WP the year of this clip. They were a three piece, and mostly acoustic. One of my favorite shows of all time.

[@pmarty59]

Karl is a genius. What a great discovery. World Party is the most underrated band in the world.

[@johnmckeown9075]

What a loss. Great songwriter and loved him in the early Waterboys. RIP Karl

[@digger65uk]

Wallinger definitely in the top ten of British songwriters. He's the Lennon and McCartney of the 90s+. The Albert Hall gig was legendary.

[@Rumpleproofskin]

I agree

[@zargo54]

Me too !

[@zamaz99]

Digger Agree. I also like the way he makes no effort to disguise the influence of the Beatles, Dylan, Stones, and even Prince and Stevie Wonder in his music. He seemingly effortlessly channels the best of these musicians and blends them into pure gems of songs, over and over. This is the one "band" (well, okay, not really a band) I've listened to continuously since the late 80s and never get tired of.

[@janethalley2154]

Absolutely.

[@jimogden157]

I saw World Party a number of times through the 90's. They were brilliant at every concert I saw them at. Wallinger is a genius.

[@shayned4925]

We will all miss you and your beautiful music Karl. Rest in peace 🎸

[@presslyboomtown7211]

WP forever! These are gorgeous timeless songs, but Karl's voice here is just lovely, beautiful arrangement to boot. "Is It Like Today" holds special meaning for me - jet lagged and wide awake all night in London hotel room in mid-90s, watching mtv, this song burrowing into my soul like no other. What an inadvertent gift from my employer

[@michaelmacchi938]

Of my ‘10 desert island’ albums, World Party is the only band with 2 albums on the list (Goodbye Jumbo and Egyptology). When I met Karl in 2014, I was almost too tongue-tied to speak with him. This one hurts deeply

[@yanesbarbaram.1854]

His voice is still amazing 26 years after I first heard him sing "Ship of Fools"! I adore karl wallinger.. What a great musician , person.. Inspiration always for me voice same as 30 yrs ago brilliant.

[@karenscigliano9787]

I hope you are in a better place Karl...but you will be missed forever --here--with us💔

[@avalondreaming1433]

What an absolutely perfect version of Is It Like Today.

[@uofmusic2628]

I adore karl wallinger.. What a great musician , person.. Inspiration always for me

[@freddorey]

i was in love with this girl and we used to listen to goodbye jumbo and sing our hearts out together lying on the floor. precious simple moments never to be forgotten 🙏

[@MrDredScott]

Rest in peace. Great artist.

[@johnpod]

What a talent we just lost. It saddens me that many haven't heard of him. It gladdens me that I had his incredible music in my life.

[@GarethChillingworth-Actual]

Rest in peace Karl. You were a Legend in your own time, you'll be sorely missed.

[@randomheadful7190]

My dream man for 30 years. World Party has been the soundtrack to my life.

[@jascham77]

Me too,since waterboys days...ship of fools during Covid mad/sadness is all the more resonant with me living on my boat n with dog 4 off grid escapism...to get away from all the fools indeed

[@conorsullivan8134]

Thanks Karl for the brightening up many days for me with your music.

[@normanburns3994]

RIP KARL GONE WAY TOO YOUNG; SPECTACULAR TALENT VASTLY UNDER-RATED. SAIL ON KARL

[@sunlitrain]

So delighted to stumble across this live, dual gem of songs. Karl, your songs are never just songs. You are a true bard, Shakespearean Fool, and Voice in the Wilderness. Unassuming philosopher and friend. How is it you so oft show us the flaws in this world, but then somehow manage to leave us more fragile, more whole, and cherishing it that little bit more? God bless you, Sir.

[@outtathyme5679]

How could it come to this

[@robertogutierrez2897]

First started listening to Karl when he was with the Waterboys. He was incredible then and still is now. Incredible talent!

[@FloydHaven]

just heard of Karl's passing today. clicked a few videos and The Algorithm suggested this. Thank you, Algorithm, KEXP, and Karl. Love KEXP so much. Best Radio since the demise of WOXY.

[@RMC-vt1xi]

I'm a musician , had a little success considering how much time i couldn't devote to music but i never realized just how much i was influenced by this band ... Great band ..

[@musicsunhappy]

WP is my favorite music bar none. I never miss a show. I have never felt anything but positive and happy energy at his shows. He is a funny, talented, brilliant musician. I would have to be dead to miss a WP show locally. ABSOLUTELY GIFTED MUSICIAN.

[@MrMeadfoot]

May God bless his soul.

[@jamesrobison6180]

Thank you Karl... from a lefty to right lefty. These songs are AMAZING! Dare you not to hum along...

[@kevingarnaut7386]

Sad to say I only recently discovered Karl’s music in its entirety. Loved ‘Ship of fools’ but that was about it. Saw news of his death and then really investigated his music further. You were a genius Karl. A deep thinker and able to articulate that through your beautiful music. He is a huge loss. RIP.🙏

[@SepulchreBrit]

Ditto. Had no idea Robbie Williams covered his song “She’s the One”

[@donmcallister3745]

Sad news 😔 … hit hard… condolences to Karl’s family. Rest peacefully… thank you for all the music 🎼… you are already missed…💐 Blessings 🎶🌻🎶. 🌜🌞🌛

[@GaiasFleas]

Karl seems like such a nice guy. I'm so glad he's still recognized as a great songwriter. Let neo-hippyism rule!

[@losttango]

A friend knew him personally and always said he was a lovely chap.

[@hollylynnoverin6126]

What a soulful person. No wonder his songs are great...I've got to see them live one of these days!

[@GRLowBapWarrior]

So beautiful. Still rockin with World Party in 2019 ! Still rockin with World Party in 2019 ! Still rockin with World Party in 2019 ! voice same as 30 yrs ago brilliant. voice same as 30 yrs ago brilliant.

[@catwoman807]

Still rockin with World Party in 2019 !

[@jascham77]

Still rockin with em in 2022...half an adult life has passed and I still come back here

[@deborahhills9413]

@@jascham77 Me as well

[@roberthale6572]

Show me to the top,,,my favorite prince song that prince didn't write,, now i am compelled to miss them,wish them on they way,and celebrate them

[@vanessabryan786]

Oh, how I enjoyed listening to this footage and was introduced to the release of ‘Arkeology’ - ‘Dig it’. A retrospective which delivered joy generously, on every level. A beautifully produced collection of sound, bound by it’s own eternal diary. Blessed are we, who attend the ’World Party’, Many, Many Thanks to you all, for your tireless effort to keep us revived, alive and unified by the Love of Music*~~~

[@rooftopcat1785]

World party makes my world alot better to live in. Love this set.

[@james8156]

I loved this song in the 90’s and still do. I used to listen to it while riding my bike up to the firehouse to visit my dad and wanted to be a firefighter so so bad and finally on Oct, 19th 1998 ( Karl’s B-day ) I was hired😊

[@optimalforager]

Looked at his fretting hand to see what chords he was playing, oh he's playing upside down. Just made me like the guy more...

[@mannequinshopband]

I came to the comments to make sure I was seeing that right… what a legend

[@ChubbyBearNutz]

If you have ever gone to a concert and said man that band is really good after knowing nothing about them. about 3 years ago this was that band for me. Loved it

[@deerhunter2218]

I had the pleasure of seeing world party in the barrowlands in Glasgow, I'm so glad I've witnessed probably the best lyricist since Bob Dylan, Karl is a lyrical genius!!

[@daciuk8]

R.I.P. Karl the rainbow has finally come for you 🌈

[@kevinfisher5492]

Karl's music always reminded me of spring. Was always a part of my life since I was a teenager in 1987. And yes, part of spring back in those days too. He left us in spring 2024, and his music still uplifts me the same way it did back in 1987. In our memories of Karl let's not forget Big Blue Ball. The song of the same name reminds me of Spring 1987 again. Rest in peace my friend, I am honoured to have walked with you, at least in music.

[@utube2759]

There’s something about his songwriting and as a person that connects with me. Hope he gets the credit he deserves. I’m grateful

[@philipjames7374]

Wow!! Goodbye Jumbo... Soundtrack to an amazing part of my life. Great to find this little beauty...

[@jimogden157]

Me too, Philip James. Me too, my friend!

[@ronaldnock9666]

Love his music! R.i.p Karl!

[@andyjohnson481]

Give me this Sweet Soul Dream, Love always. Such wonderful music. Blessings to his family.

[@maximummilitiaimmaculataem883]

WP is a connoisseur of their own understanding of what makes great music. Their vibe is they don’t care what you think of their genius, the only thing that matters is that they like their own art. And we’re lucky to see and hear what they produced

[@zbillyehodges7942]

So beautiful. Still rockin with World Party in 2019 !

[@chasmenear7130]

Goodbye Dumbo is a true treasure. If the man is remembered for that alone- that is quite a legacy!

[@kartunes9064]

Such a great talent. Lyrics and music. Great sense of humor too. Would love to see them live!

[@davewilliams7628]

Everything he did was gold ..both lyrically and musically...true Artist ...gone too soon ...but what a legacy he left ❤

[@susanschuls4996]

So beautiful.

[@mikeallen2097]

Thank you for this post. RIP Karl. Beautiful lyrics always ;)

[@esjaydeejams4416]

Truly one of the best (and absolutely one of the most underrated talents)! So happy Karl is touring again. Saw them last year, and seeing the show tonight in NYC! Can't wait!

[@tompike4116]

Thanks Karl , thanks for everything ❤ I’m October 19th too 😢just learned we have the same birthday

[@Paneeks1960]

Absolutely brilliant. Karl is one of the greatest songwriters on the planet~ Rob/Boston

[@emj5884]

Yesss! I’m 35, been listening since I was a kid. So much love.

[@robyonder]

voice same as 30 yrs ago brilliant.

[@janethalley2154]

He sounds the same..I so love his richly melodic voice.

[@screwyootube1]

Can't wait to see World Party at The Troubadour in West Hollywood, CA this Friday (6/27/14)! Always loved Kurt's stuff!

[@chuckmobile]

One of England's great songwriters. Love these versions...

[@donmcallister3745]

I saw World Party... at City Winery... in NYC... on this tour...what a great night of Some of my favorite songs... so good to hear them live!!! Karl Wallinger is such a great writer and musician.. Hope there’s new music from Karl... coming our way.. Soon... would be so great to hear... If you get a chance to see them play ... In your vicinity.... don’t hesitate... You will be so glad you did!!! Thanks for all the music Karl...🎼🎸🎹🎼.... you’ve enriched us so much!!!

[@kevinrunions8234]

Loved his work with the Waterboys and World Party. thanks for the music.

[@skilloskillington1628]

I keep coming back to this; utterly wonderful.

[@johncurtisloy6151]

solid performance. RIP, karl.

[@robertoc2485]

Followed them since '86 and that fantastic eponymous album. Great live as well. Superb singer and songwriter. Yes Goodbye Jumbo is brilliant. Check out Egyptology as well if you haven't already.

[@RuudLang]

Good to see him alive and well!

[@michael02838348382]

Just realised Karl plays the guitar upside down!! Its hard enough the right way round. Respect, what a song writer and performer

[@jimmbear3998]

Wow haven't seen these guys in a long time, loved them in the late 1980's, Ship of Fools one of the best most underrated songs ever play it all the time in my car still in 2018. Karl looks different but looks good and happy, glad to see him would enjoy seeing them play live. Take care guys.

[@NAHAJI133]

Good heaven where has the time gone?

[@martmako1]

pure class and talent is never lost, just brilliant

[@ballyman12]

Amen to that

[@justl0ew437]

Rest in Peace underrated Legend, Immaculate poet 🙏🕊

[@davidmatthews9547]

Very sad news about Karl. A very talented and lovely guy. He wrote some of the best songs ever. Love World Party.

[@jilleven67]

Stumbled upon this...WOW!

[@kincaide67]

Trust the smile. Trust the write. Trust the melody. Trust the words and the smell of the rhythm. Trust the tunes. We need more Karl.

[@retobuhrer9731]

kincaide67,trust also the love street .....

[@garygarza9228]

It’s so hard to believe that all this awesome music is from so long ago. I’m old🤣

[@Mr7Poz]

A genius, in one album he can be Prince and Bob Dylan.

[@christohunt5395]

What a beautiful song, thankyou. I only listened to; Is it like today, I love it.

[@impeachy1518]

I've always been so proud to be the only fool on my local city/state/country ship of fools who can remember or ever listened to World Party "back in the day." I don't think even most people I practically gave no choice but to listen to my college radio/alt music I was trying to share, at the time, would remember. Think 80s cool yeah, yet DAYS AND DAZE of BUTTROck everywhere! Nooo! Just NO. I learned people who are competitive and selfish and killing the world like it's their duty will ALWAYS leave you Alone, when it's most crucial.. Don't waste time on false hope and temporary joy. Hate your enemies: Save your friends. Speak the Truth. I'm so happy no one without enough memory or love can't share my most private memories like they can intrude upon my thoughts any time to even approach a subject until the day I die OLD, alone or not. I've remained free. That's how I'll die! You're on your way there, too. Just The way you Are. Cheers!

[@kevincalloway9588]

I just saw these two guys plus John Turnbull, twice last week. They are on tour right now. Check them out if you haven't. You WILL enjoy the music and the people you meet.

[@mattbothell9352]

Sweet! I'm seeing them at the Triple Door in Seattle in a couple days. I've never seen them before but I've enjoyed the music for a long time.

[@Fuzzmo147]

Omg! Just found out ….. so talented, so so talented.Saw them live at a students union bar in Manchester…. They were less than 5ft from me…. Blew me away!