Little Dragon - Full Performance (Live at KEXP)

KEXP.ORG presents Little Dragon performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded August 28, 2014.
Songs:
Pretty Girls
Klapp Klapp
Killing Me
Cat Rider
Thumbnail photo by Morgen Schuler
Host: Larry Rose
Audio Engineer: Kevin Suggs
Audio Mixer: Adam Bourns
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Scott Holpainen & Christopher Meister
Editor: Jim Beckmann
kexp.org

[@btray23]

Why is her voice so beautiful??? It sounds exactly like the recorded album

[@muffledgiraffe4303]

You see, many years ago there was this thing called skills. Before digital recording, one had to have skill to sing and record. She has skills, so what you hear from the studio is extremely close to what you'll hear live. She has a cool voice though.

[@kene6616]

and before auto tune

[@andreivedovato]

skills. slayed

[@willgb4198]

her voice is fkn SOFT, the words havent "spikes".... incredible

[@bamslackwood433]

She's a true talent

[@ColoRADbro420]

man, kexp has the best bands, they know good tunes

[@manuelbranco173]

they do

[@swimrski]

Good bands come through Seattle. Lucky us.

[@xZOOMARx]

For quick reference: Pretty Girls - 00:23 Klapp Klapp - 4:10 Killing Me - 14:40 Cat Rider - 19:27

[@MrRed-cf6gk]

Needs up votes come on people! : P

[@MrFeyerwire]

Nabuma Rubberband is one of my favorite albums of all time.

[@Archkarlex]

August 2023 I'm still listening this piece of art

[@diskettzonsthlm4519]

I really love the fact bout KEXP that the interviewer always seems so in to the band, knowing their history and has really listened on the music. Thumbs up for that!!

[@jujagthemag]

Yes but he was so rushy

[@TehSymbiote]

I think his nerves got to him. I know I'd be if i met them, they're great!

[@expensivething2657]

@Gilbert Lopez even Cheryl gets nervous. Just watched her interview aldous harding and she seemed to have been unnerved by the singer's answers

[@tukpunker]

reminds me of the Tobacco performance and he asked if interviewer checked his wikipedia.

[@thecjb2003]

@@jujagthemag He seems terrified.

[@Bravetowers]

I’ve never heard a singer who has the exact same quality voice from tracks and live . She TRULY has a beautiful voice.

[@Sullendust]

That voice man, jesus.

[@vagabon5130]

I know right! never heard anything like this in a voice.

[@jsmith6259]

yeah, it sucks

[@julianvaldez5133]

I've been a fan of Little Dragon since 2009. I've always wanted to see these guys perform live. I saw them on Oct. 22nd when the came to Salt Lake City and was NOT disappointed!!! I got to the show VERY VERY early (I'm talking like 3 hours early). I was the very person in line and could see their tour bus, hope to get a glimpse of them before the show. Little did I know that Erik and Yukimi decided to go on walking adventure before the show. At first I didn't recognize them walking up to the show's building. I did a double take and BOOM it was those two!! I FREAKED THE FUCK OUT!!! I got to meet them before the show and they are such sweet and amazing people. I will never forget that moment ever for the rest of my life. I'll never forget asking them for a picture and Yukimi saying "I look like a bum" She can never and never will ever look like anything but a beautiful goddess in my eyes. My love for this band has increased a billion folds!!

[@robbykoz3724]

patient man always wins.

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

Wow! That's a great story🤩 Lol Yukimi with her reply😂 but us girls are often self-conscious

[@memphisrattler]

You just described how I will meet them, thanks! lol Such an amazing story! One that you will remember on your death bed in the most beautiful way ❤

[@manuelbranco173]

everything about this group makes me happy - to be alive

[@therealjustlegalizit]

Word

[@agrt4889]

The feeling is mutual

[@ShogunZIlla]

The rare group that sounds even better live than on the albums

[@WGYPSY]

This whole performance gives me chills. I LOVE how each member is in such a trance

[@agexax13]

+Whimgypsy Are you sure you're not just saying that because the guy on the synthesizer's shirt says Trance?

[@cramquila2801]

It actually says 'Trane' as in 'Coltrane', just take a look at the image on the T-Shirt.

[@unreal_taxi]

@@cramquila2801 hold this W

[@yevgeniyaleshchenko849]

@@agexax13 Are you sure you weren't just being edgy for no reason?

[@sbingham1979]

Her voice is astonishing, flawless and one-of-a-kind. I first heard it on an album by SBTRKT -- song was "Wildfire" - and I remember thinking: who IS that?? Her tone is so freaking expressive. It is completely hers, like she's being lead only by the pure spirit inside her. I love it.

[@hopscotch3466]

sames!

[@bejewelednarcissist]

She’s freaking beautiful especially her eyes. Oh and the drummer is hot

[@tadejrondaij7780]

I like to think Yukimi's facial expression as she starts singing Cat rider means "I can't believe how amazing we sound again" :)

[@chluv1]

God her voice is insane. Love it so much

[@Tykiya09]

Little Dragon is Life.

[@bernlin2000]

"Killing Me" is utter brilliance. This band is on their own level.

[@TheYazmanian]

Cat Rider is perfection.

[@ilikematches2]

TheYazmanian been stuck on this song for days

[@TheYazmanian]

***** i know.. it happened to me too, hehe

[@MekintoshLarja]

+TheYazmanian Klapp Klapp got my attention first, but Cat Rider is def the best track on that album

[@laughingjimone5495]

cat rider is my favorite song by them by far so far. =]

[@dxlxrated]

smooth passionate groove..

[@Knifymoloko]

this version of Cat Rider is phenomenal.

[@IAmDeepSpace]

I don't get blown away easily. But here it is.

[@haetienne]

I'm just melting in my seat right now having an eargasm with Little Dragon

[@MrRed-cf6gk]

This session is UNBELIEVABLE

[@m9shamalan]

its kinda awesome that one of the greatest soul singers of the modern era is a Japanese+Swedish woman from Gothenburg.

[@joaolucasfranca9435]

Yukimi's mom is american

[@spac3n1nja]

She's such a great soul singer.

[@godspeedhounds]

Her runs are sooo silky smooth!!

[@tjmc6332]

Yukimi has such a pretty voice. I'd love to see these guys live. Such a great band

[@Tali_mudae]

This woman can SING! Nailed Cat Rider.

[@JESSIELECTRIK]

They are so incredible live.. I saw them last year and just cried most of the time. Truly amazing music

[@MrAddidas2]

+Jessica Perkins u cried? wow ok. sweetie their just musicians but they put their pants on every morning JUST LIKE YOU.

[@jessdecoux751]

+MrAddidas2 music brings out emotions, it's normal for ppl to cry at concerts when your just overcome by joy with amazing music ppl cry dipshit

[@Cooliewhistles]

Hahah that’s amazing

[@nicksilva8132]

@@MrAddidas2 that's incredibly normal. art brings out emotions in people. I cried at St. Vincent and Lucy Dacus.

[@MrAddidas2]

@@nicksilva8132 Totally get it cause I myself have had tears of joy flowing after seeing certain artists live.

[@ruckingfetard5057]

I took a water bottle from one of their performances and I still have it 0_0

[@Chameleonardodavinci]

Keep it forever

[@cecitroche790]

I´m so in love of Little Dragon!

[@mattsmith7123]

I like how if the drummer fucks up the whole band falls apart, but if the singer fucks up the band doesn't even notice. The drummer drives the bus.

[@gatosoul]

So freaking happy you are touring again in 2022, you are so unique.

[@Jay-fq8uz]

Thank goodness for SBTRKT for introducing me to this artist about 4-5 years ago with the song "wildfire" the voice and sound is hard to forget.

[@satanchurches]

love every song performed but cat rider just hits so good. super addictive

[@prestopasta_]

Thanks for sharing Totally in love with this woman's voice

[@brandylewis0425]

Couldn't agree with you more!!!!

[@terrismith1346]

am. so...Loving ❤ ❤ ❤ 👭 Little Dragon. ..this .beat is a little fast. ...But her CD i with this music is all some. .People. .... get some. .

[@gyam33]

Saw little dragon live in Austin this past sunday, they sound just as good live as they do on album. Little Dragon is AWESOME!

[@uglybass9993]

The intro to Klapp Klapp gave me chills! I am only wearing an open robe tho.

[@colemanmiller8110]

I love hove the bass riff transititions to electronic programming.

[@Chameleonardodavinci]

Yeah holy shit, that inital wave of bass damn near undressed me lmao

[@mashadisibiya1779]

lmao

[@johnIZaUWL]

Eric Cochrane I'm just mildly baked with higher end earbuds 😎😛😎👾💗

[@shortyrok211]

I've been waiting for them to do KEXP. This station is honestly one of the best in the USA. Keep up the great work. Thanks for phantogram too!! Girl bands are killing it lately

[@megnbttrfly2]

BoomShakaLaka YASSSS

[@charliewecker]

One of the greatest bands of all times.

[@kentneumann5209]

This is not my music niche. Yet I mesmerized and can't stop watching/listening. I think its because she is so good, so seemingly naturally talented her singing is... Effortless.

[@vagabon5130]

what a unique sound. found her by complete accident. amazing voice.

[@sampsonraysimon]

I don't know how I missed this band, but they might be my favorite right now. Crazy.

[@1wallymack]

Damn, I love this woman. Cat Rider is my song. They sound so good live. I'm buying tickets when they play in Houston.

[@longlivetheclash]

Little Dragon = excellent!

[@diskettzonsthlm4519]

And Yukimi

[@TrueTrife]

The production on top of her vocals is pleasantly soothing yet so chill. I love this group.

[@xyzdna5288]

The whole vibe is perfect, the sound, the drums keys, voice, beat, rhythm, Hoping to be their someday with my music

[@keepontruckinful]

Her mannerisms are mesmerizingly contagious at a live show. Don't miss a live show, if you like this, you will love a live performance.

[@jamesdean1298]

I've lost count how many times I have recently listened to this amazing set, this band raises my frequencies in such a beautiful way !

[@shoshannaalexandra1025]

I can't imagine what it's like to be as effortlessly cool as miss Yukimi 😍

[@CityPriestess]

These guys are so serious - no nonsense. I just love them. Great respect

[@manuelbranco173]

they're all such consummate performers but Yukimi feels the music so completely and so passionately it's intoxicating to watch her - she inspires love at all times

[@Nazokod0mo]

I love Little Dragon so much, been listening to these guys since I was 10, Yukimi will always be my favorite female artist.

[@ICTS22]

These songs sound monstrous live. I saw them in 2016 and can't wait to see them again.

[@danielramos6893]

Love the way Yukimi starts to feel the music at :40 This slightly faster version is pretty bad-ass, too.

[@vmavpt74]

No doubt abt it ;) and she leads the notes ;)

[@montybrewster7]

Oh man, Yukimi's voice send shivers down my spine every time! Thanks for the upload KEXP.

[@polam1111]

Monty Brewster I know that feel 💫💫💫

[@GarciansVortex]

she is a babe

[@xiaofai5208]

Such a babe

[@willgb4198]

babe do caralho :9999

[@71sweetspirit]

Wow....😍 so soulful 💛💛💛💛

[@anatwisterella]

The beauty of Yukimi's naive simplicity makes it sound so easy, such a talent...! Her voice mixed with the band is wonderful. They're Little Dragon but their fire is so high!

[@jamesdean1298]

I lost count a long time ago how many times I have enjoyed this amazing session =)

[@TanukiOfficial]

The drummer 😍😍😍

[@andrewmurphy64]

she has funny mannerisms when she sings.. this and especially when she did empire ants on the letterman show. I like it.

[@brad1068]

I'm obsessed with the letterman empire ants performance because of her mannerisms

[@shannono8397]

This band hits so hard, they are absolutely fabulous live and this set is sooo good! KEXP always has such gems. Little Dragon love you all very much~

[@singspeaklovechilou]

Her voice ALWAYS sounds amazing...whether recorded or live!! AMAZING! Love them!!

[@houseofditau]

I just love KEXP... Was there when Little Dragon came to South Africa....

[@EliHernandezy808]

Man, she does not skip a beat. Love Little Dragon ♥️

[@tukpunker]

i love that they hardly have changed over the years, just stayed perfect.

[@MaisJadoretoi]

When a fire starts to burn right and it starts to spread. She gon wanna bring that attitude home.

[@twiggidy]

+Monica Windom that's me like everyday! #disclosure

[@MaisJadoretoi]

Daetwan Williams lol

[@ia3056]

omg this man is so nervous interviewing them lol

[@candaceregina5750]

I A....He is nervous because he has a intense crush on the babe that is singing.

[@adamfitz22]

Cheryl Waters all day, she's the only host I care about lol

[@willgb4198]

look at his eyes AHAHUAHHAAUH

[@ahngele28]

I thought I was the only one noticing that!

[@naturalTJ]

I'm soooo in love w this group. Geeezzzzzz

[@NickNightingaleYT]

This band is so damn good.

[@micarfi72]

Que buena banda, me encantan, saludos desde Chile.

[@mattyjf1]

When he misses the background vocal entrance near the end of Klapp Klapp, that little look she gives him is brutal! But what a majestic fucking performance. Extremely well done!!

[@fiercekitty13]

This humongous amazing voice coming out of this tiny gorgeous human is FIERCE

[@Patchoulipatchouli]

This is my all time favorite band!! All my support out to you guys!

[@DaviRoutner]

Its just me or the lead singer is absolutely beautiful????

[@Thewickedninja2222]

Yukumi Nagano is so beautiful!

[@uhuruwarrior8846]

No she beyond beautiful its a soul thing

[@MerovingianBlood]

She is and her voice make her even more of a godess

[@uhuruwarrior8846]

@@Thewickedninja2222 you are beautiful too

[@ervinkahorere849]

She is. That and more

[@monogramadikt5971]

how can you not fall instantly in love with her

[@theludixblaster]

omg killin me is a good track

[@jesusfreaklol1]

I need a live version of this album

[@vmavpt74]

Sooo good, sometimes "hypnotic", I'm addicted ;) I really like the relaxed way they perform, means they enjoy it ;)

[@Ceograde]

So amazing not late just revisiting

[@rodbinz7626]

HER VOICE IS PLEASANTLY UNIQUE

[@anotherboredgenius283]

wow. first song... i'm in love. and now i think i'm in love with her, too...

[@Alexandra-Rex]

Such a great band

[@alrisden]

I traveled across the state to see this band by train, taxi and foot and it was worth every minute of effort. They are high energy for sure! Now if they would just come through KC someday!! :)

[@glassarthouse]

She is so gorgeous and love her energy and her vocal talent is incredible.

[@rtoniniakahp]

My all time favorite group.... SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL AND AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! They are incredible Live too;'(((((((( THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BamaScorpio69]

Such a great group!!!

[@nyrabstrob8779]

Is it just me or is the whole band beautiful...!!!!!

[@phillipcarter8045]

Just you

[@TreavorUnion]

The guy with the glasses on is jam-min, man. I love it.

[@batbawls]

I think Cat Rider is my favorite track from this album.

[@ammels7508]

one of the greatest bands ever!!

[@danielcrocker2908]

How do you not fall in love with that voice! Love you Little Dragon!

[@rachell7134]

I saw then live at a festival in LA before I even knew who they were and holy shit! Her voice, the visuals, and band were insane! So amazing

[@andy3528]

They are on top of their game with this Album, like real musicians. Love to All. - P.S Great Job.!

[@shelleymurphy6914]

I can't stop listening to this!!!!! SOOOOOOOO good holy crap!!!! big big vibes!

[@okrajoe]

Little Dragon gives a big performance.

[@PulpoensalsA]

Hahaha...nice joke...haha

[@lonotiki]

Whew....incredibly enchanting, beats, rhythm and driven sound! I'm so loving this

[@Pauloz87]

just bought tickets to see them!!! ::tear tear:: can't wait