KING KRULE Live at The George Tavern

[@tangerinesarebetterthanora7060]

This is the first time I've seen Archie perform with only a t-shirt for years.

[@LouSmith]

There must be some kind of hotline for this surely?

[@beeevenan]

what do you mean?

[@LouSmith]

@@beeevenan who me?

[@beeevenan]

@@LouSmith nooo i was asking op what they meant. cuz what does he usually perform in if not a t-shirt

[@LouSmith]

@beeevenan beats me. Maybe an actual shirt. I only saw them twice, the first time being years ago in a pub in Brixton. It was packed and sweaty. Maybe that’s why he used to wear the shirts.

[@arch_dornan6066]

I'm South African and you have no idea how much your channel has helped me enjoy live music (we have nothing)

[@Dehothedestroyer]

Check out Poster Boy they often play in Durban and Gauteng I think

[@LouSmith]

You’re welcome. You have Die Antwoord! Though I imagine you either love them or hate them.

[@lunathikondlo6554]

Where you based? I'm from SA as well - Jozi based. The independent scene has a lotta cool bands that do shows often. Saw Club Valley and Internet girl live not too long ago (shits amazing) and Twenty one children is always doing gigs.

[@arch_dornan6066]

@@lunathikondlo6554 Stellenbosch. Best gig I've seen was from a Radiohead cover band a few years ago but it's mostly pretty dull blues bands here. Glad to see another SA King Krule fan though!

[@lunathikondlo6554]

@@arch_dornan6066 aw man, i wish u were based in Jozi or cape town central. There's always booming stuff happening. There's magic here at home! Do you have an Instagram?

[@briangarcia8384]

Lmao the dude constantly requesting stoned again is killing me😂

[@LouSmith]

Maybe they're stoned again.

[@devonmarcus7796]

lol my favorite part besides the show 😂

[@LouSmith]

They’ll be thrilled. 🤩

[@RollerDoper]

king krule is one of the great modern musicians who's art will stand the test of time

[@LouSmith]

True that. You could read that just from the faces in the room.

[@stonedhenge6]

i dream of seeing him play live, he's really a genius imo

[@LouSmith]

Fingers crossed for you.

[@dom-ru5cc]

If you get the chance, don’t hesitate. Seeing that man in the flesh is one of the most surreal experiences I’ve ever had. His concerts are art

[@thegratefulned]

The gang vocals on dumb surfer are so tight literally brought tears to my eyes

[@LouSmith]

Aww. 🥰

[@rocftcdenlaf]

Now THIS is a gottdamm SHOW! And, so much the better performed at this great small club, with audience and band all one big vibe... or something like that.

[@LouSmith]

It was a special kind of a night this one. You know me. Small venue specialist. That's entirely where it's at.

[@bwurtt]

His Glasto set the other day was incredible and this is no exception. Thanks Lou you absolute legend

[@LouSmith]

I wonder if this was a rehearsal for their Glasto set. Anyhow, I’m glad to have been here. I’ll check out the Glasto set if it’s up online. Cheers!

[@nanfanyi6369]

i think this video is an essential snapshot of london music scene ^^

[@LouSmith]

I think you may be right. I was glad to be there.

[@sdk2n]

That easy easy performance was genuinely one of the most beautiful things I’ve seen in a long time

[@LouSmith]

Well that's good to know. We all need something beautiful.

[@arch_dornan6066]

0:00 - Perfecto Miserable 4:05 - Alone, Omen 3 7:39 - Dum Surfer 12:37 - Cellular 16:35 - Don’t Matter (Akon cover) 17:37 -- Pink Shell 21:05 - Space Heavy (extended outro, very sensitive) 27:49 - Flmisier 31:45 - Seagirl 34:49 - Time For Slurp 38:20 - Stoned Again 42:20 - EZEZ

[@LouSmith]

Thanks so much for these. I’ll as them to the description. Cheers🙏

[@boofusdole]

​@@LouSmith Don't Matter is actually Pink Shell. He just interpolated don't matter for the extended intro. Previously he would just improvise lyrics like "this place is hell" or "i made a pink shell for you"

[@LouSmith]

@boofusdole gotcha. I’ll amend. 🙏

[@Vega.pdf35mm]

Pin this

[@LouSmith]

@@Vega.pdf35mm it’s in the description.

[@mrSam3ooo]

I really like King Krule, I must say. The Ooz is a wonderful album

[@shawnscorner6703]

I agree

[@LouSmith]

Seconded!

[@MarceloHenkin]

thanks for this video. It reminded me of the first (and only) time I saw him live, months ago on March when he first toured in south america. I travelled from south of Brazil to São Paulo only to go to his concert and it was worth it. I've been to many many gigs, even in London when I lived there, and that night in São Paulo was a special one. The band seemed very happy and kind of united, anyway...a great vibe. The venue was also small (but bigger than George Tavern), had a great sound...It was a magical night.

[@LouSmith]

Thanks for the memories. Glad to have been here to share a highlight of mine. Small venues are the greatest. The George is a great home to many great bands who remember where they came from.

[@GonzaloLafflitto]

Saw him in Buenos Aires back in march. I want to see him again soon! It was an amazing show.

[@LouSmith]

Wow! That sounds exotic. I guess less so if you live there already. 😃

[@tomsh12345]

Amazing to see him play in such a small venue I’ve stepped foot in so many times! The saxophone player brought some great energy, it reminded me of Andrew Fearn from Sleaford Mods. Thanks for capturing this (and everything), Lou!

[@LouSmith]

🙏 yes it was a great, intimate set. So hot and sweaty too. My camera had a big overheating warning, and the screen was burning my nose when I used the viewfinder. Chunks of the video were filmed with the lcd panel and viewfinder switched off to prevent shutdown, so couldn’t even see what I was shooting. You can barely notice though so my muscle memory must be working. Sax man was great.

[@WishIWasACloud]

Legend since 2014 🖤

[@theigman099]

hands down best gig ive ever been to. me and my brother have always loved king krule and it felt like a miracle for us to get in. thank you for posting so i can relive this incredible gig 🙌🙌

[@LouSmith]

You're welcome. I was so happy to have got the tip off that they were playing. A wonderful evening.

[@ManiCummins]

what a night bro lmaooo

[@theigman099]

@@ManiCumminswhat a fucking night man

[@hoteldanger2]

Jarring to see the lineup change. Love the energy of this show. It's giving chill haunted house

[@LouSmith]

Jarring sounds a bit strong. The last time I saw KK was in 2014, so I'm not totally cognoscent with the line up. I just saw a great, intimate show with a rapt and lively audience.

[@smrajk4]

james was at his brother's wedding

[@iiivanoeee]

I played in this place back in september 2022. first show ever outside of the france. so glad to have walked on the same stage as him

[@LouSmith]

It's a great place with a heap of music history. What were you playing?

[@davidk05]

Hey Lou. I just wanted to thank you so much for capturing the magic of this show. I’ve now been watching this video everyday for the past month and it’s helped me through lots of harsh moments. I’ve watched your black country new road videos from years back at the windmill as well and I was equally as appreciative of your work. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you so much for all you do. Much love from the states ❤️

[@LouSmith]

Aw thanks David. Sweet of you to let me know. I'm happy when I hear how my efforts are landing with far flung people.

[@bruhguy26]

Saw him in DC last year, front row, got to meet him before the show too. Best show I’ve ever been to hands down.

[@LouSmith]

Front row is where it's at. If I'm there, I'm front row always.

[@brunofelgueiras199]

Thanks & amazing Lou! 🙌👏👏 This time I was literally FOMOing, the fvcking king 👑 👑👑 playing on a truly favourite venue and I am away 😭😭😭 Glad I can see it here 🙏🫶🤘

[@LouSmith]

Thanks Bruno. I think I did an ok job too. It was quite messy at the front as you can see. Very special night. You do alright though eh Bruno?

[@tu2716]

Man, thank u for all the music. Because of you i've dicovered great music. Cheers from México 🤗

[@LouSmith]

Hey there in Mexico. You’re welcome. I’m happy.

[@Iovelaced]

king krule always sounds AMAZING live. thank you for this video

[@LouSmith]

Aye! You’re welcome.

[@t-wchillin3833]

Absolutely incredible, king kruke live is an experience....

[@LouSmith]

Word.

[@dustink9297]

Woahhh how did I miss this?! thank you so much for uploading this, Archy is a living legend

[@LouSmith]

I dunno how you missed it. I would've missed it too if I hadn't had a handy tip off that he was playing. 🙏

[@maucool999]

Stoned again and Dum surfer looked like the place was going to crash!! Let’s goo!!!

[@LouSmith]

Pretty much felt like it. Georgian building, wooden floors. I went over a couple of times. Came up smiling though. It was super 🥵

[@theechoofnowzzz5428]

This show is amazing. Thank you for capturing it

[@LouSmith]

Thanks, You're welcome.

[@itstherealwon]

this is amazing man. thanks for sharing. i remember seeing him back in 2013 in webster hall.

[@LouSmith]

Can't believe quite how young he still is. I saw him back around that time as well. At a pub in Stockwell!

[@Vega.pdf35mm]

My favorite artist I hope he comes back to Los Angeles soon

[@LouSmith]

Fingers crossed 🤞

[@Jana-qr1or]

Thanks for uploading!! Hope I see him live one day soon

[@LouSmith]

I hope so too! 🙏

[@1313UD]

I wish somebody would look at me like that girl in the front row was looking at Archy.

[@LouSmith]

You know it.

[@InnerHacking]

Thank you for this fantastic recording

[@LouSmith]

You're welcome 🙏

[@shihyeong]

Thank you so much for this! I'm seeing him play at the end of this month for the first time and this is making me feel so excited yayy

[@LouSmith]

You're welcome. Enjoy your show. Not too many sleeps now!

[@shihyeong]

@@LouSmith thank youuuu!!!!!

[@JustJoeMCR]

This version of Easy Easy 👌😮‍💨 Top work as always Lou

[@LouSmith]

🙏. I'm getting a good King Krule Krash Kourse from uploading this. I'm so glad to have been there.

[@nanfanyi6369]

the squirrel and rabbit on his tee tho; also great sax!!!!

[@LouSmith]

Sensitive soul. Great sax.

[@spiz.6652]

Watching this video feels like being on the concert, lol

[@LouSmith]

I try to get as close to the action as possible to get as immersive an experience as I can. I had to stand in this spot for over an hour before KK's set just so I'd get these shots. Glad you noticed. 😀

[@martingiovannella]

Lou u are a gift❤️❤️

[@LouSmith]

Aww 🥰. Archy was the gift this night. 🙏

[@ooznoemi03]

honestly i relate to the blonde girl, i would look at him in the same way

[@LouSmith]

The look of ❤️

[@wolfganglauth4015]

Archy feels like he should be way more celebrated and critically acclaimed than he his. He is easily one of the greatest songwriters of his generation

[@LouSmith]

I think he is pretty critically acclaimed isn’t he? He’s got an enormous following. He’s just not totally of the mainstream, and doesn’t seem to court celebrity status, so he’s just in good groove doin fine it seems. He does write beautiful songs though.

[@wolfganglauth4015]

@@LouSmith I think you're right, I'm sorry 😥

[@LouSmith]

Aww, no need for sorry. The mainstream cannot perceive genius. Many people live their lives unrecognised for what they bring. It was ever so. Archy is doin just fine.

[@Christian-97]

For sure, dude has to be in my all time top 8

[@LouSmith]

@Christian-97 I like that your have a top eight. The Octimel system. My lucky number too.

[@nickmckenziee]

patiently waiting for archy to come to Australia again

[@LouSmith]

That’s real patience for you.

[@mfiles_official]

I saw a lot a people outside at George Tavern but had no idea what was going on, now I know... LOL!

[@LouSmith]

Indeed you do. I was nervous when I saw that queue even though I had an invite. Still had to find a spot at the front and hold it for the 40 mins prior.

[@mfiles_official]

@@LouSmith Crazy! Well.. congrats to them haha not the most common site to see any band bringing so many people to a pub gig. 👏👏👏

[@LouSmith]

@mfiles_official yes, it was a special one. There might be another one tomorrow mind.

[@briangarcia8384]

Ive always wanted a mustang but he really makes me wanna get one. King krule? More like king cool😎

[@LouSmith]

Maybe this is the time to get one!

[@enterthenoid9438]

This is insane man, Cellular sounds unreal live

[@LouSmith]

🙏 such a great night. Love how everyone has a favourite, stand out track from the night. ( except the front row girl, who was enraptured throughout😃)

[@enterthenoid9438]

@@LouSmith Don't blame them being stuck in a trance, that set is pretty much magic haha

[@LouSmith]

@enterthenoid9438 I’m not blaming. I love to see people taken over by the music. 💜

[@cxllumste]

Class, really enjoyed that!

[@LouSmith]

🙌

[@fontainesarchive]

Incredible, thank you!!!!!😁🤘

[@LouSmith]

🙏 I was so stoked to get a last minute invite to this. What a great night!

[@streamlight1]

this version of space heavy (the song) is so good

[@LouSmith]

💜💜💜

[@MrAdrien1999]

lived right next to the george until about a year ago.... it's only been a year but god I miss that place.....

[@LouSmith]

It's a great place! We're all gonna miss it if the developers get their way.

[@mannefallman]

0:00 Perfecto Miserable 4:05 Alone, Omen 3 7:38 Dum Surfer 12:37 Cellular 16:35 Don't Matter (Akon cover) 17:30 Pink Shell 21:04 Space Heavy 27:46 Flimsier 31:45 Seagirl 34:58 Time For Slurp 38:20 Stoned Again 42:19 Easy Easy

[@LouSmith]

Thanks for this.

[@mannefallman]

@@LouSmith Thanks for filming, great video as always

[@LouSmith]

Bit special this one. 🙂

[@manuelkrull]

amor eterno al rey krule

[@mediamaria]

Lo amo, estoy llorando y no estuve ahi.

[@LouSmith]

Aww. It was a very special night. I'm honoured to have been there to share it with the world.

[@NarcoticMike]

I saw them in paradiso Amsterdam once. I would't doubt to go again

[@LouSmith]

Gotta grab those moments when they come. You're never gonna regret going.

[@briangarcia8384]

I truly wish i went to that mount kimbie show in nyc a few months ago. King krule played as well. Consider this a lesson learned. Lol

[@LouSmith]

Yeah. Regret gets to stay around😞

[@bichobolita3454]

yeaaaaah the music is being made. we are we and we love it boys and girls of the world. make the thing

[@bichobolita3454]

make love

[@bichobolita3454]

things can get better

[@LouSmith]

Love is the only way.

[@chriswp63]

just wow

[@LouSmith]

And how!

[@Jameschapo]

archie i've got to smoke my spliff at some point, said the worlds poshest boy.

[@LouSmith]

Archy

[@Jameschapo]

@@LouSmith understandable correction

[@LouSmith]

Only cos I made the same mistake when I messaged him. 😉 even posh boys need their spliff.

[@Jameschapo]

@@LouSmith oof did he correct you ?

[@LouSmith]

@Jameschapo nah. But he didn’t reply. He’s a busy man, but I noticed the typo,just after I sent it.

[@duuchimee]

great show!

[@LouSmith]

💜💜💜

[@dustink9297]

I loved when Galgo threw in the classic Simpsons Saxophone @19:31 hahaha

[@LouSmith]

Had to be done.

[@josephthomson2606]

I just saw them at Glasto and it was unreal. I wanna know how people find out about shows like this as it's the kinda thing I'd see for all artists. If someone could let me know how they found out that would be great!!

[@freddiemurkery]

Drummer posted it on his instagram story and the two support acts did too. I found out about an hour and a half before it started

[@LouSmith]

I guess it varies from band to band. I'm lucky enough that people request my presence at these events either as artists, promotors or bookers, so that's something I'm very grateful for. You have to live close, and move fast for most other ways in.

[@sebp400]

so good. I can hear the Daddy's Hands influence...

[@LouSmith]

I don't know that reference. I agree it's so good tho.

[@liyo___]

Gracias por subir esto!!! desde argentina haciendo el aguante🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@LouSmith]

Hold on comrade. We got your back here.

[@skellys_stuff]

you're a treasure lou!

[@LouSmith]

I was so lucky to get a late tip off from the venue that they were playing, and hightailed it across the river to catch them. What a treat! 🙏

[@gardenofraw]

great footage

[@LouSmith]

Thank you. Such a great night to capture.

[@0pstar...0]

come to America again PLEASEEEEEEE

[@LouSmith]

He's thinking about it. You did say pleaseeeeeee😉

[@aaronthecameraguy]

Dude unreal get on this.

[@LouSmith]

I got on it!

[@mitchcook5252]

so sick

[@LouSmith]

💜💜💜

[@tommartineau4654]

it was soooo hot and steamy in there i loved it 😝🥹🥵

[@LouSmith]

Oh yes!

[@cool4599]

oh yeah

[@LouSmith]

Oh yeah?

[@ivxxfuego9903]

the ability Archi has to sound incredible good even recorder w/ a potato is very very rare.

[@LouSmith]

I’ll take this in the spirit it was intended! Archy rocks. I don’t think anyone is arguing.

[@arianne.nicole]

Lou Smith you are the GOAT

[@LouSmith]

Aww. 🙏 I was definitely in the right place that night.

[@asyria]

loooooveeeeeeee

[@LouSmith]

That's a lorra lorra love. 💜

[@asyria]

@@LouSmithalwayssss 🌙💙

[@LouSmith]

💜

[@dohaallach]

seagirl!!!!!!

[@LouSmith]

The best sort.

[@TaroTimes]

Wow what a fucking crowd. Would have loved to be there

[@LouSmith]

The George crowd are amongst the best there are. Add KK. You've got magic.

[@elperridematt]

the pink hair girl in the front seems to be hypnotized by him. its kind of a lover and suffer of his presence there. Lol I know how you feel, definitely i would be the same !!

[@LouSmith]

Yeah, she seemed the most affected of the front row uber fans. She was sweet.

[@CarmeloCamenzuli]

Why does he never play Rock Bottom?..definitely one of his best! Much love to the Krule though x

[@LouSmith]

It’s a mystery. It’s a great set though.

[@Cranndaddy]

killing myself for not being here

[@LouSmith]

Don’t do that! Watch this!

[@celiamarie2287]

😭i js want him to return to chicago pls

[@LouSmith]

🙏 pray harder!

[@BSGCCollective]

@ 2:00 chick be mesmerised 😂😂

[@LouSmith]

I think so.

[@rennytothe4727]

this is fucking insane dude wtf

[@LouSmith]

Haha. Excellent response. 🙏

[@rennytothe4727]

@@LouSmith this is his best performance

[@LouSmith]

Well then, I got lucky. Glad it's hitting the mark. 😀

[@willyoufade]

gutted to not have made it

[@willyoufade]

king krule is one of my favourite artists of all time

[@LouSmith]

Luckily for you, I did. You can pretend you were the guy in the white tee with the dark curly hair. Squint andand you’re there buddy.

[@LouSmith]

Yeah. I was so stoked to get to this. (Not rubbing it in)

[@chronblaze]

King Krule rips

[@LouSmith]

Word

[@aaaababab]

stoned one more time

[@LouSmith]

There’ll always be one more.

[@20k_jxstin]

what pants does king krule have? i like it

[@LouSmith]

That's not my area of expertise in afraid.

[@liyo___]

Qué paso con el otro bajista? :0

[@LouSmith]

Not sure. They maybe were on holiday or something.

[@clovertv3910]

asia tour please !!!!!!

[@LouSmith]

🙏🙏🙏

[@omarademlives]

That snippet of the Akon cover should've been played longer!!

[@LouSmith]

I’ll send him a message. Maybe he didn’t get the memo.

[@JimmyJazz217]

“Dom suffaz”

[@LouSmith]

I missed the meaning of this.

[@spiz.6652]

I think, king krule will have a similar discog like nick cave. and i really would like to see a collaboration...:)

[@LouSmith]

Hmmm it's a thought. Can't see it happening though. Nick likes to Collab with women from past experience.

[@byronteehandunne]

it annoys me that thepeople at the front are the ones with their phones out through half the set.

[@LouSmith]

Welcome to the modern age. People can’t interface with the world without it.

[@lucaconetta8084]

What an great show that was. Fucking hot but

[@LouSmith]

You were there? It was 🥵

[@hozhoreno]

this almost on par with the 2018 montague arms concert

[@LouSmith]

RIP the Montague. Empty again. Looks forlorn. I went past it the other day.

[@deepsseadiver]

thanks Lou Smith!

[@LouSmith]

Woo. This was a big one!

[@reidschaffer2301]

What kind of camera is this shot on!? amazing

[@LouSmith]

🙏 I use a Fujifilm camera.

[@reidschaffer2301]

@@LouSmith oh wow!!! the audio quality is so great too

[@reidschaffer2301]

@@LouSmith Thank you!! what model?

[@evantuazon]

lmaoo the girl in the front is me seeing king krule 2017 fyf

[@LouSmith]

Why the fyf? Seems a bit harsh.

[@evantuazon]

@@LouSmith fyf was a music festival in la

[@LouSmith]

Haha! Here’s me thinking F*ck your Face, actually they’re a whole raft of things it’s short for, most of them not nice. Thanks for clearing that up. It’s quite an education I’m getting here moderating comments. 😂

[@s0mers4ult]

fuck yeahhhhh

[@LouSmith]

You can’t get more yeahhhhh! than that!

[@IAmJeric]

COLORADO’S CALLING ARCHY 😔

[@LouSmith]

It's on the list. It's a long list.

[@averyintelligence]

i thought this was gonna be a rap battle cos the thumbnail looks like a rap battle lool

[@LouSmith]

Funnily enough, the thumbnail was chosen from three that I posted for this video. This was chosen because viewers watched more of the video after clicking on this option than the other two. Were you disappointed though?

[@jvdasz]

Whos the new bass player

[@LouSmith]

The question is being asked.

[@LouSmith]

Caius Williams is his name.

[@josh5868]

you were close as hell, how did he smell?

[@LouSmith]

The whole place definitely smelled like teen spirit. I didn’t detect Archie’s particular effluvium. It was HOT H-O-T! Though.

[@nanfanyi6369]

@@LouSmith lmao

[@Macattack1338]

Sounds great apart from the absolutely madly drunk people on the front row screaming!

[@LouSmith]

🙏 No accounting for folk!