Mk.gee - Are You Looking Up

[@Juliojraposo123]

props to the sound engineer for keeping the album's aesthetics

[@DubsMood]

But where is his voice?

[@michaelelijah6044]

real

[@AaronKean]

@@DubsMood Yeah vocals are way too far back. I think they're definitely built to SIT in the mix and not be front and center like most modern pop but the live sound makes it sit too far back to the point where you are kind of straining to hear anything he says.

[@nevadanate4957]

Idk this sounds pretty different from the studio version

[@michaelelijah6044]

@@nevadanate4957 that may have something to do with the fact that it's live. 😂 Lol sorry for the sass. I just really like this version

[@pigkid01]

Can't believe this dude is on Jimmy Kimmel. Truly a special album.

[@davidjackson4462]

It's not too surprising considering the mega stars he's worked with. He produced the kids are growing up by Kid Laroi recently too

[@RaeUltra]

He was on jimmy Fallon 2 years ago.

[@mcburneyb]

Dijon was on Fallon. This is mikes solo debut

[@RaeUltra]

@@mcburneyb okay, but on jimmy Fallon he was playing a song NAMED AFTER HIM, that he COWROTE, and SANG bgv for. That's just as special. We all can see that this is his solo debut, but the initial comment doesn't mention whether it's a solo debut or not. Just letting the op know that he was on jimmy Fallon just in case he missed it.

[@thaiczd]

@@RaeUltra but he was there with dijon, this is something he accomplished due to his own career

[@badatmath.]

I've had this album on repeat for a month. I haven't felt this type of immediate love and adoration for an artist since Bon Iver release, "For Emma, Forever Ago".

[@stalwartzero7001]

Bon Jovi slaps though

[@badatmath.]

​@@stalwartzero7001 true story

[@davidbojay]

Happy you feel this way, Mkgee was actually on tour with bon over when Dijon was touring with them, he’s part of the band

[@fka.climate]

There is a serious sonic parallel to Bon Iver. Yeah. Thank you yes

[@raven2693]

same but w blond

[@MotivationMadness]

The world is looking at a superstar in the making

[@VivianMcall]

this is who i'll be paying $500 to go see when hes in his 60s

[@Kripxen]

@@VivianMcall gotta agree with Vivian

[@CliffhangerClub]

Album of the year

[@yy-pt2lh]

Decade*

[@BluesGetOrigin]

AGREED

[@sp1ralg1rl]

amen brother

[@musamansa8577]

Hands down

[@bowlinglegend95]

easily

[@kerriot8242]

It‘s crazy how the sounds on this album are so organic and at some points irreproducible, that every single performance will probably sound totally different

[@hillcevan]

lol like when he starts vacuuming? I think he’s trolling us

[@connormcfall]

that's the goal baby!!!!

[@Dandandanyt]

And thats how you tell the music is played with expression, we never feel the same way either:)

[@donttrendonme]

it’s intentional. There are lives where it sounds the same

[@olivierkendra4362]

It's definitely reproducible, he's often running a very simple pedal board. The main thing that accomplishes the sound is running the guitar through an old 4-track mixer. I love his sound but there isn't some otherworldly 'organic' source - just some really smart equipment choices! :)

[@LoserInChief]

Flavors of Prince, Genesis and Sting. Very nostalgic sound, while still remaining incredibly fresh and novel. This guy is a legend in the making.

[@mooshafesterbone1645]

That was my vibe. Something about it sounds old, but its current. I cant put my finger on it. Either way its pretty great.

[@javierlazo406]

His voice reminds me at times of Peter Cetera.

[@chriskitchen3057]

Miguel

[@nmontenegro4627]

And John Martyn!

[@kiandkam]

Cristopher Cross

[@SchmidtMusic]

I don’t understand how live can be 10x better than the studio. That little scream he does in the second chorus might be the coolest thing I’ve ever heard.

[@justice413]

Trueee broo

[@kctomato8570]

If you can’t figure out why live *can be* better… I suggest you listen to less studio production and see more kinds of musicians perform live.

[@prestoneagle2718]

Look up Deep Purple Made in Japan

[@debbieclifford9567]

I love this video!

[@lilf1lthytrezzo]

Two Names Eric Clapton, Peter Frampton. Symphony version of Layla and Peter’s debut masterpieces. Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy used to do some cool stuff live. But agreed I want this version with the outro on Streaming Platforms

[@zoeharumi3797]

He is gonna be massive. Fr so privileged to be here early on

[@___aZa___]

i dont wanna brag, but i wanna brag: i know him since 2021 :D

[@okcool2531]

Cringe

[@ItsKeegan95]

2016 babyyy 😊

[@RandomEarthCinema]

he's playing kimmel this isn't "early on" lol

[@swordfishgameboy4644]

lol bros been around for a minute

[@RatchetP_4LIFE]

I’m in love with every sound that comes out of his imagination

[@skrrubb]

he deserves every ounce of love and support so i'm stoked to see him on kimmel

[@marcostill]

I love his aesthetics of a garden caretaker on a rainy afternoon at the farm

[@kirsten7152]

Someone else called it “sexy homeless man”

[@katielowen]

Kurt Cobain vibes fr💅

[@CalvinDavis0]

“gas station hot”

[@tutticerutti]

reminds me of that one dude in stardew valley tbh

[@theblindsniper]

…you mean a gardener? Hahaha garden caretaker is a first I’ve heard, I need to put that on my resumé

[@kevinmackler]

mk.gee, dijon, matt champion, and their sound of music at large is so so heavily inspiring. they are a new movement. i can't get enough of it

[@briangarcia8384]

Matt champion has always been my favorite solo brockhampton member. Little fang is fire.

[@j-gilbert]

This man is an absolute gem of a find.

[@regcain6775]

This version needs to be on spotify

[@seanstailey2283]

Every live version he’s made is a little different and their all dope

[@gustavlarsson7143]

I second that.

[@HusseinSheekh]

Was rlly hoping someone had put this on Spotify already

[@isaac3den]

Met this guy outside of a Dijon show a few years ago

[@sidney6002]

They’re like best friends so that checks out. I wish I could meet the both if them lol

[@frozensalada]

one of the best performances on Jimmy Kimmel

[@saracram5005]

That performance transported me to some mystical, magical place I've never been to before. Wow!

[@theblindsniper]

Found out about Mk.gee literally 2 days ago and so awesome to see him coming up. Such a cool vibe.

[@christopherporteus8649]

Dude on clarinet slays. One of the better late night performances ever probably

[@JacobHalfman]

That's a soprano sax as a heads up

[@harveydean7952]

​@@JacobHalfman - its Sam Gendel on sax, right? Dude has worked with Blake Mills & Joachim Cooder previously.

[@parkourguy4567]

It was squidward, dawg.

[@daikiraihatesu]

Pretty good performance, that recent Kim Gordon one was better

[@chelseaseashells517]

yeah sam gendel is top tier - so glad to see these two collaborating

[@eeyore3523]

Been following since 2020 on spotify, i feel like a proud dad.

[@okcool2531]

Cringe

[@eeyore3523]

@@okcool2531 whats cringe is you taking the time to reply to this comment

[@woqu34]

^cringe

[@chelseaseashells517]

ME TOO

[@buzzardleflesh334]

@@okcool2531why cringe? people liking things isn’t cool anymore?

[@NobleOak]

we are not fully ready for the impact this album is going to have on music.

[@vicgermain4179]

that's what i'm saying!

[@isabelrg9989]

I am

[@thadplunger832]

Oh please lol

[@shane505]

😂

[@lilsleepy3332]

everything you're hearing here was pioneered almost a decade ago lmao both the self titled bon iver album and 22 a million sound exactly like this

[@andrewdarley3373]

Discovering new artists and music is the one remaining truly beautiful thing about youtube. Its the reason i sit through Temu ad after Temu ad because I know one day the algorithm will get it just right. This is the best band ive heard in a long long time and im ashamed to say Rockman in 2024 was my introduction. Apologies I didnt find you sooner but i promise i wont let you go now. Incredible.

[@wvbo]

haven't like an artist for probably 6 years now, can't stop listening to mk.gee the best

[@mirharrs]

his music will continue to move mountains in music to come.

[@Max10_B]

the guitar solo is the absolute cleanest glassiest guitar sound i've ever heard. sounds like an old rockman headphone amp from back in the day.

[@antondiatonikk2256]

Ma boi Tom Scholz of Boston invented those things. That's what got me playing guitar, trying to figure out that tone. Glad to be here now, sorry that was random, I was excited to see a mention of Boston, my original favorite band!✌️

[@papabibo5]

You predicted the name of his latest single

[@Max10_B]

@@papabibo5 haha so random. guitar nerd talk

[@playmoreguitar5393]

The dude inventing new music... Madness. Congrats Mk.gee. love the album.

[@stevenatfe]

Nah

[@zechs5079]

Not inventing new music. Bon Iver meets Phil Collins. That’s not to say he doesn’t make amazing music, he really does, and his guitar tone and playing are great.

[@shane505]

inventing lol

[@TENNISMISFITS]

@@zechs5079 He is def creating new sounds that guitars haven't made before. Now, is that inventing or experimenting? Or both? Who cares. People are too quick to hold new artists back and try to compare 'similar sounds' to older artists. At the end of the day, music today is alive because of Mk.gee

[@scottiediablo]

the Sting of 2024

[@renaissancekid5240]

The sax and the guitar bring back the fondest memories of Joni with Wayne Shorter. No matter the times, someone out there is always making great music. To me, at least, that is a testament to our way of life. Thank you.

[@ryanarcher1737]

I was getting Hejira vibes off the sax/guitar

[@dokdeph]

It’s official. Dude needs to release a live album. This is insane

[@fernandooliveiralino]

Gentle distorted vibes. Love it man love it.

[@Dheeee]

My guy made it ! Love me some Mk.gee and I love this album so much, the atmosphere of his music is literal magic.. him and Dijon are the coolest

[@Ennui.]

Welcome back 80's new wave, we've missed you... Hope you stay for a while.

[@0228christian]

New wave? This is more like 80’s Michael Bolton if he tried too hard to be experimental.

[@Ennui.]

​@@0228christianthere's elements of it... I guess your description fits better, but it's kinda hard to categorize the 80's, they were strange to say the least (in the best way possible). This does remind me of Stings solo work a lot.

[@HootHinge]

@@0228christian laughs in Pat Metheny Group

[@rschua7]

More like Peter Cetera with 80s synth fusion pop mixed in.

[@MisterSesek]

@@HootHinge Exactly)

[@JohnMushitu]

Feels raw and real. Love this

[@angel-dx1mv]

been a fan for years and it’s so surreal to see how far he’s come, very very deserved. truly feels like mk.gee is a breath of fresh air in the current music scene and that’s he’s cultivating a sound totally his own. super proud of him and i can only hope he gains more recognition.

[@angel-dx1mv]

@@BeastCars18 i know all these people… who’s making music like this in recent years tho. either way mike doesn’t shy away from who his influences are and i acknowledge them as a music fan as well

[@BeastCars18]

@@angel-dx1mv i wish u the best in life, i love u

[@mosezmusic]

that scream is gorgeous idk what to sayyy

[@robpolk4469]

Whatever it is he’s forcing that guitar to do -I’m into it.

[@KyloKen-cx7qr]

Seeing how far this dude has come from the days of a "Museum of Contradiction" and earlier singles is truly a privilege. I knew then and now the whole world knows that he is truly special.

[@elizz_n4294]

every live performance of this song just keeps getting better

[@moglii6945]

so emotional. there are not many artist out there that speaks directly with my heart like he does

[@__berichh5375]

Agreed

[@isabelrg9989]

I've been a fan since his first album and always wanted him to have more recognition. Now, he's rising and I'll keep supporting his art. Watching him evolve has been a blessing.

[@chromatinkiss]

I'm in the same boat. I saw him live twice some years back. My introduction to him was on stage. I was impressed. His style was reminiscent of 70s and 80s but it's changed and has a very unique sound now. While I admittedly like the old sound, the new sound is something I'm adapting to, but I do admire the band trying something different.

[@isabelrg9989]

@@chromatinkiss Oh lucky you, I've never seen him live, it's my dream tho but ... I'm not from the US. Hopefully I will one day soon. I'd love him to play songs from every album cuz I'm truly a fan of all of his work :)

[@johnproffitt9786]

I cannot for the life of me get over this performance, I need more Mk.gee... i feel like we've barely scratched the surface of this genius

[@marvel_043]

mk.gee mk.gee mk.gee 🎶🎶🎶

[@_enad_]

laundry day reference?

[@marvel_043]

@@_enad_ yes 🫡

[@rickyortago8335]

@@_enad_thats how i got into him😭😭

[@ysrm]

Daundry Lay

[@ysrm]

@@rickyortago8335same here, I saw laundry day’s IG reel and I was addicted to the voice

[@lm14000]

top 10 most nonchalant guys ever. he does not look fazed he’s on live television

[@atomicalien4]

He's the batman of music

[@thembrown]

He knows no-one is watching television as it's 2024 not 1984

[@goliathyeti1669]

The man’s aura is unearthly. He’s just one with the slab of wood slung around his shoulders

[@adelaidacabanas3355]

I'm so obssessed with his music, his vibe, musicianship, everything

[@joelzico]

i honestly watch this about 2-3 times a week to keep me motivated

[@prodbyrichmorris623]

It’s crazy because the amount of musicianship in this video is so real, even down to when they intensified and got calm. There was no count for that. That was all musical feeling when everyone’s on one accord that is super dope to see.🔥

[@stephengiese7549]

Love this. Truly something different. Mystical to me. The ending truly emotional. Thanks for having him🙏

[@nickkokenspargermusic8666]

That outro jam was one of the greatest things I’ve ever heard.. it’s not even close

[@pennyblair8753]

Thanks Jimmy Kimmel for having him on your show.. I have not stopped listening to this boy sing since 🩷

[@joerogan3079]

*THIS IS THE BEST SONG I EVER HEARD* *IM NOT JOKING*

[@briankrinsky125]

I agree 😅

[@sx20Ramar]

You need to get out more....

[@skatelynmat3082]

@@sx20Ramarmusic hits us all differently, dude 😊 it happens to be one of my favorites as well, and I raised myself on everything from Brian Eno to Jeff Buckley to Joni Mitchell

[@lizmargolis4100]

Love, love Mk.gee - he is so talented. Definitely feeling some Joni vibes. I’m listening to him on repeat.

[@MATEORIMOLO22]

This might be one of the best live performances of all time, mkgee puts so much soul into a 3 minute song thats short lyrics wise. Every line is delivered with such passion, this dudes the future

[@michaelgaitskell3606]

We need this version on streaming platforms NOW

[@UGAmedic8714]

BEGGING!!!!!

[@Lynn-md6hx]

❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️

[@thaiczd]

That ending was phenomenal

[@neudan7788]

What a gem. And I thought modern music was dead.. Thank you for changing my mind.

[@paloma2757]

100 percent

[@Pradzel]

It’s never been dead

[@micahcartwright2341]

Yeah, I am convinced, this guy is a legend. Instant fan.

[@Fav781405]

Thank god for this man. People need to understand how truly incredible this sound is.

[@ad30jone]

Listening to him, I feel the way I felt first time I listened to artists like Bon Iver, The Weeknd, and The 1975.

[@trevorjohnson7290]

Insane how much better this version is than the album cut

[@green3y3dgirl]

It’s a different vibe fs

[@faridhuiy4695]

Tiny desk clearly need these guys...

[@hudsonfletcher6547]

So happy to see mk.gee come full circle. I remember hearing “over here” in thirteen reasons why and have always went back and listened to his music. Dude is a genuine artist.

[@ryanstraccia]

Love how he backs out of the light at the end into the darkness

[@URANGO25]

He’s really come a long way 🥹

[@kerrwilson4234]

found the "knew him before everyone else here" comment

[@macehead]

Never heard of this guy but I am instantly all in. Also is that freakin Sam Gendel????? BONUS POINTS

[@jwrxgd]

Yelled when Sam Gendel came into view!!! What a great performance all around but hella bonus points indeed 🤠

[@AaronFitzgerald]

I thought I recognized him!! 2019 me geeking out rn

[@yvngarmz5984]

Woah this is crazy

[@RajorshiBhattacharyya]

He is in that inner circle hahaha

[@Garbrel80]

This gives me hope for the future of popular music.

[@MartiniBlankontherest]

God damn! So proud he's getting some real eyes on him! Just found about him in march. Been obsessed

[@alphakye]

His music is so raw I love it

[@FirssOne]

🔥🔥🔥 i knew it would happen! cant wait til he blow everywhere one of the best artists ive heard in a loooooong time been listening for a while its your time Gee 💯 2024 MUSIC!!!

[@creaturefear1340]

Major Bon Iver vibes at the end. Amazing album and song.

[@bartmason9916]

BOOM! I looked for this comment before posting the same thing....strong Bon Iver vibes all the way through and just solidified at the end.

[@ValueSelectTV]

The best to ever do it.

[@PaolaCastillo-o3d]

i guess im in love. this is so beautiful.

[@HasyirIbrahim]

Reminds me of Bon Iver's record - 22, A Million so so so much. LOVE

[@user-jw4ev2yu2e]

Somehow only heard this album for the first in the airport 4 days ago on my way to a stag do. Spent the entire trip listening and crying next to the pool. This man is a genius. Let's give a couple flowers to How To Dress Well along with the Phil Collins and Prince love.

[@claaireh]

saw him open for wallows in 2019 so epic to see him here now - mkgee is just so frickin awesome!!

[@SN-ox1sj]

Tonight is the first time I've ever heard this song. Came up on my fyp on TikTok. Can't stop listening... it's soooo good!

[@sp1ralg1rl]

MK. GEE MY GOAT!!!! 🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@Learnintofly]

So good and so cool walking in from the shadows and backing out at the end. What a performance. This guy better be an astronaut because he is heading for the stars!

[@KieranRobinson-zz6ug]

This guy is for me one of the premier souls of the infinite ages of the universe.

[@bobstar76]

Fab. Love it-

[@wilfredhopsin4840]

Praise the lord 🙌 You deserve this this buddy, I hope you can feel the weight of this moment in your heart 🙏🏻

[@worpaintpeace1224]

After getting to know Gene through the family of someone I love, I've been digging deep into his music and this is one of my favorites. So brave to speak up against racial injustice during that time.

[@usxnews1834]

???

[@bjeff1981]

Maybe once every two years a record knocks me out of my chair. This is one of those records. I can't believe this guy wrote this stuff at 24-25.

[@worpaintpeace1224]

After getting to know Gene through the family of someone I love, I've been digging deep into his music and this is one of my favorites so far.

[@joelhammond804]

After listening to this version I was released from prison, given back my rights, and my ex wife wrote me a letter that she needs me back thanks Mk.gee

[@tonyowen7473]

I can't stop listening to this song. F#@%ing stunning.

[@ShinDigzzz]

Definitely my favorite version of this song. Major Christopher Cross vibes. Wish it was on streaming

[@williestyle35]

I just recently "discovered" Mk.gee on a short video in my recommendations, now he is popping up all over. Good on him! 😊

[@MaiTran-qi6cn]

Sounds like 80’ music 🎵 👍😍

[@katielowen]

Like Prince meets Justin Beiber’s voice 🥰

[@Syngekhoomei]

It’s crazy that a guy took the most generic music aesthetic of that decade and made it incredible

[@Marshall_Stacks]

@@Syngekhoomei Incredible?

[@griffindempster4983]

so amazing to watch mike grow over the years… the confidence you see today is truly remarkable. we love u mike!

[@Itslayja]

Let’s GOOO a year ago my boy was underground

[@forcefieldsound]

the ultimate vibe

[@sunafukin333]

最後の去り方、マジでカッコ良すぎるだろ

[@mosezmusic]

I need this version on streaming

[@nasirah44]

YESSSSSSS!!! so proud of this guy

[@rickcarmack5850]

absolutley obsessed with this song

[@travisthornton1792]

Heck yes. I love this tone. So happy to see Mk.Gee breaking through.

[@arsenaltg1]

Been a fan for a long while now, so proud to see this man up here

[@mycargoesvarun]

1:35 is what made me a fan

[@MET709]

Saaaame

[@KTjax904]

Same

[@PedrooFerroo]

bro it has so much impact live

[@funnyperse4779]

His voice is so raw and moving.

[@JohnCourage]

Mk.gee came from the future to get us up to speed

[@damnnafta]

I have an orange Ditch Witch cap I keep meaning to wear but never do. I guess Mk.gee beat me to it. Great song, nice to see/hear Sam Gendel on stage too.

[@ANP-c9f]

Ditch Witch merch sales are soaring on eBay!