Moonchild: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

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[@SimSimhada130]

ok

[@jacksondiaz6796]

Ok !!

[@stephenlacey2288]

I would

[@stephenlacey2288]

No really I would😂😂😂😂😂

[@stephenlacey2288]

You voic3 is like a soothing caress really special!😅😅😅

[@thisismoonchild]

Such an honor ❤️We love you NPR!

[@trueviolinist]

Amazing ❤️

[@Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77]

Moonchild I loved this session. One of my favorites. I love that you spoke on black lives matter. That was powerful ✊🏿💯

[@taylorsmith366]

You are amazing

[@Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77]

Taylor smith you are too queen✊🏿💯

[@brothajohn]

You guys are fantastic. Love the entire vibe of this band. Thank you so much.

[@lupsie19]

Dude in the yellow played a horn and keyboard at the same time. We owe him more money.

[@nickmartin4298]

guitar too hes amazing .. totally felt like i should be paying too watch !!

[@2FadeMusic]

plus that piano solo on The Other Side though . . . . . .

[@WalterMusic]

and the amazing bass line in the first song!!!!

[@dr.comfort1183]

He played the bassline during horn! sigg

[@AGVersace100]

usually people who play two or more instruments on a given gig earn around 30% more for each instrument they play. I think it is deserved.

[@emmanueltuisaua7204]

AIN'T NOBODY TALKING ABOUT YELLOW SHIRT MAN AND HIS BADASS SYNTH BASS LINES. THEM LINES ARE HOTTTT HOTTTT

[@checkthisjunkout]

My man is playing everything. 😄

[@ElectronicCrickett]

The Man is a MASTER on many levels!!!!

[@johnreynolds614]

Genius

[@lesscurr46]

I HAVE TO AGREE WITH YOU BROTHER

[@everydy]

He's Andris Mattson

[@DaousTommy]

She looks like she’s always on the brink of cracking up laughing, it’s so sweet!

[@mauriceodellporter8084]

lol right She does carry that look here.

[@LiMCRiMZ]

Get ya a girl that smiles at you like she smiles at an audience 😍

[@michaelfoxbrass]

I saw that too! The pure joy in her soul just can’t be contained or fully expressed even by the love of making her music. She teeters on laughter and we follow and smile.

[@vm9240]

❤

[@hoffnstuff8996]

So true. She really projects a sincere warmth. Its mesmerizing.

[@RmaNYouTube]

Which Instrument can you play? yellow shirt guy: YES

[@francismumbi49]

Yellow Shirt Guy for President

[@nicolasfux6126]

"Well but we need keys and trumpet at the same time" "So?"

[@melvinnewton3608]

Man this is real music from the soul

[@stephaniexlorraine]

Andris is the best💛

[@ejpressplay1339]

🤣🤣 that's the first thing I noticed...

[@Coolcucumber2]

Her voice is like butter, on butter

[@jrewing73]

For real though, bro!

[@chumps7974]

& Dipped in butter, with butter on the side

[@browncrichlow]

You wouldn't think that voice came from her.. she's always smiling.. will be definitely looking her up know Amazon music..

[@jrewing73]

@@browncrichlow Amber Navran has the voice of an Angel. I absolutely LOVE her smile! 💗

[@brahmwilliams5943]

Like the softest butter the world could ever produced

[@motheomolefi9603]

It was only a matter of time for Moonchild to be here... this is the perfect scene for them

[@irvgeezy]

Motheo Molefi Facts

[@lachlanvarley]

I totally agree I was so excited to see them on here!\

[@aiyeshathomas6746]

Yes

[@mrmoonpsic]

This is a perfect scene.

[@teeeeeeeeeee51]

eish wena , i totally agree

[@250miles2]

This man is playing a horn with one hand, and on keys with the other... I love this group.

[@chrisdavis2161]

...tearing that bass -line up

[@Anhel6]

@@chrisdavis2161ALL THE WAY UP!!!!

[@jeffreydiggs693]

The most slept on group .. straight fire

[@MissKesha832]

Totally agree! My faves

[@thisis...apocalipstick]

Well said.

[@miystiqueskillz2233]

Who sleeping tho?....SHIDDD WE LOVE MOON CHILD ON THIS SIDE

[@davidpinkston6997]

I’m sooo late and I’m a drummer and singer

[@douglaslouisbrooksjr5254]

They are INCREDIBLE! Folks better wake up!

[@gregvang5164]

Who else keeps coming back to this excellence?

[@agcee11]

This has turned into my daily routine, what a discovery

[@nashi7200]

For the past 2 months and I guess more this days :P

[@frank_southwell]

My fourth time watching. She is so cool... The harmonies are so pure and effortless. Of course, those two monster musicians on keyboards... both accomplished masters of multiple instruments... including Moonchild herself.

[@Olivia-de3yj]

Yep. Here weekly. 🥰🥰

[@aceboog4000]

About weekly fr

[@masseyrati3396]

ADVISORY: This video contains exceptional musicianship, heart-felt bouncing around by the keyboard, a deeply touching humanitarian message, mezmerizing dimples and other factors that may cause heart fluctuations.

[@ronbellaz]

That deeply touching humanitarian message ... so well expressed, every word as compact as the music with a great call to action for a such a passionate cause ... and amen to the music.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

I love it

[@LJ-uh9hd]

some smooth loving on the saxophones too :3

[@masseyrati3396]

@@LJ-uh9hd I have absolutely no idea how to play a saxophone myself but I believe I know what you mean. Smooth is the exact word I would use here as well. And to think they can just go from singing or playing a keyboard to playing the sax or a flute? I guess I'm in love with all of them...

[@chelswels1570]

Masseyrati lol!!! I am shooketh!!! Nice vibes

[@bailahie4235]

I love the "minimalist" feel of Moonchild's music, no tone too much... No embellishments, just the raw thing.

[@OYNG]

no need for extra parts when each element is well written and work together so well!

[@eespecialeventsdj]

But my bros on the left hand bass though!!!!

[@emyleemargaret]

I was in high school band with Amber and it’s so fun to hear her sing and see how far she’s gone

[@everettewingfield5123]

God Bless

[@r4v3n210ify]

@@everettewingfield5123 Can you tell us more about her? What was she like?

[@Merlincat007]

Cool to see her putting her woodwinds to use!

[@ankihansen2489]

You look a bit like her, but more like a brunette version.

[@ForHeWhoLaughs]

:)

[@SpaceLion87]

I love how she sings while looking at people, like she's narrating a story.

[@shenroncali4372]

Shes an amazing performer. They all are

[@PurveyorOfCuriosities]

It's funny you say that, because I told a friend of mine that she sings like she's reading a book to children. I totally get that.

[@MrRjozefiak]

All of this multi-instrumentalism is intimidating.

[@IBODEGAI]

Haha I feel personally attacked!

[@calcradden6293]

Haha fear us

[@pvibez]

It's beautiful to watch though

[@Capgpro1]

ikr

[@ladylovesherlord]

Amazing & Beautiful

[@Minisodalala7]

THEY'RE ALIENS!!! Anit no way 7 random super multi-talented humans "found" each other and perform like THAT. I'm awestruck. Their vibe is too immaculate. I'm a permanent fan now. Also yellow shirt is a whole vibe. 😊

[@gesselberry6499]

WHOLE vibe! He is grooving for REAL!!

[@Mauriciovideomaker]

Yeah , it’s like watching angels perform !

[@OrmanD7]

Humans do this. No aliens no angels HUMANS….❤

[@crunchy3501]

We are an we are here to spread love and positivity my sweet child

[@LETSCAPIT]

Mes...mer...RIZED!!!

[@diaspo]

Don't think I've ever seen so many instrument changes in one set. Seriously talented group.

[@nhattuyenvodieu3103]

watch jacob collier but yes its amazing :D

[@nopeno2350]

Never been to the south I see

[@johnnyplays7222]

@Cindy lou Betris i don't get your point?

[@johnnyplays7222]

@Cindy lou Betris I guess not but it's ok when you think so.

[@harrisonbrand8985]

Cindy lou Betris no, he isn’t a dullard you’re comment seems either nonsensical or racist

[@hawitithompson6354]

Growing up on badu, Sade prince and d’angelo. I’ve always had this idea that neo soul is and will always be a black only genre. But hearing these new white artists take the art from and do great things with it. Man I gotta eat my words. Tom misch, moonchild and mac ayers are killing it

[@sheisshea9477]

Great taste!

[@andreabrooks1581]

Yeeeesssss

[@debbiedeb_]

I hear what you're saying, but I wouldn't go that far

[@o-REDBEARD-o]

wait until you disover Nai Palm and Hiatus Kaiyote. I highly suggest the song "Fingerprints" by Hiatus Kaiyote and Nai Palm - "When the Knife (Live at Sydney Opera House)". Trust me!

[@sawa4000]

I agree. I felt the same way. But I think good music is color blind. It can even build bridges when it seems that none exist.

[@angelvelasquez2181]

I love how happy she looks when she sings 💕

[@cestmoi5702]

Me toooooooo!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@carloshughes9741]

I love that about her......

[@frantillman2486]

Me three! The glow from within shines and I’m here for it.👏🏽

[@anthonyweaver5501]

She loves her blessings of singing that brings joy to others

[@TheGurusama]

Yeah, she sings, feels, lives, and she is music... Sweety

[@thandocollenmahlatsi8083]

2023 and Im still here losing my mind over this performance. I genuinely loved and still love this. Thank you @thisismoonchild you guys are blessed

[@yahneyoung5505]

2024🎵🎶🎤🎶🎵

[@Madinko12]

2025 🤯

[@pinkertonplaid7]

same!!!!!!

[@sagegoddess1293]

2024 🙋🏾‍♀️

[@Devita504.1]

Just discovered them last yr, still rocking in 2024 🎶

[@davestarns]

Once again, hats off to the NPR engineers. The recording quality on every installment of this series is stunning.

[@doubleahitmusic]

Agreed‼️Speaking as an audio engineer myself, I really appreciate it when audio engineers get the props they deserve 🙌🏾

[@kennygsmooth83]

Outstanding sound engineering! Haven't heard much better for a live online performance.

[@josephdejarnette5143]

Agreed... Josh does a spectacular job every time... I often like the tiny desk mix better than the artist's studio recordings!

[@weepete2t8adw]

Truly masterful work!

[@8dioproductions]

Yup - exceptional engineering - so much detail. Feels like being there!

[@aiyeshathomas6746]

Please give that person a raise that booked theses artists

[@brittanyrobinson8548]

I had them playing while giving birth to my son. They set the mood so perfect!! Love them!

[@Skyjuice70]

Nice!!! and Congrats. I hope you get to meet them in person someday and tell them. I'm sure they would love to hear that.

[@theTrend7]

Your son must be chill😆🤣

[@brittanyrobinson8548]

The Trend yes, he’s a music baby it’s calms him

[@Verowatches]

That is so sweet! I bet they would love to know that.

[@typhlosionisbest]

That is so beautiful, to come into the world to the sound of this sort of music. Every time he hears them, he may feel like he's home.

[@jasonflaherty8364]

She has first grade teacher teaching high school for the first time energy and it's the coolest thing I've ever seen.

[@stylishcomfort]

That's the perfect description of Amber's energy! Love her ❤

[@DavidBenson2]

They seem like THE friendliest band ever man lol.

[@chefdh]

They are. They let me take them to a late breakfast after their show here in Chicago

[@hz3917]

@@chefdh that's dope

[@dwoollery]

Hiatus Kaiyote: am I a joke to you?

[@curtisfarmer7734]

They are I met them in San Diego and they are all really chill.

[@SALISA27703]

David Benson they really are

[@kelsiecc]

Moonchild is so deserving of this. I hope people will stop sleeping on them now.

[@BigDipperPro]

We live in the world of beyonce and mumble rap, people will always sleep

[@RaymondAinyam]

They're not being slept on. They've got a pretty solid fanbase

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

What does that mean? Sleeping on? ...sorry to appear thick, but I'm old😊

[@kurtemonster578]

Andris Mattson (AKA Yellow Shirt Guy) did not have to go that hard. But he did that. He did that for us.

[@hoffnstuff8996]

That he did! The face doesn't lie @ 4:39 - much respect from his fellow bandmate as well.

[@t.c.9838]

He killed it! Yes he did.

[@miram2053]

Ok! Syncopation on 1000%! Playing the bass line on keyboard while playing trumpet is a new one lol i love it!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@nealhoward8279]

@@miram2053 Then this ninja picks up a guitar after that! Crazy!!

[@Alex-qr6jh]

🤣🤣🤣

[@lata4728]

This is how a live band is supposed to sound. So rewarding

[@tiffanysmith2407]

Dude in the yellow shirt is officially one of my favorite people...EVER.

[@MsGB75]

Same here

[@creejohnson9826]

Same I want to date him. Lol

[@tevphillips1983]

Dude in the yellow is more black than the black guy on drums

[@MaztecPrince]

Andris Mattson, he is amazing!!

[@manourougeblanc]

True, lol

[@beepboopboop4537]

It's amazing how well their music translates into a tiny desk. Sounds just like the studio release

[@HSetonNotes]

Sounds even better than their already gorgeous studio stuff

[@eboneegrover395]

JOSHUΛ I was thinking they! Especially her voice! She sounded extra amazing

[@godva254]

Facts

[@duroxkilo]

it's partially because of the musicians' talent, but also the recording game @npr's tiny desk is off the charts :}

[@beepboopboop4537]

Durox Kilo 100%, the sound engineering on the npr team is off the charts to another level

[@MusicRevolution1992]

*Fun Fact:* this band is also responsible for doing the horn section on the Hive Album by The Internet. 💯

[@brandonbenson5645]

Dope

[@DeepCrossing1]

That is a fun fact

[@Vicdamonejrjr111]

Royal Chicano 🔥

[@itscruz2588]

Omg that’s cool 🔥

[@theTrend7]

Oh WOW! I have heard them with other people,didn't know they worked with the Internet too! Now I have to check it out again.😁

[@nedadillard4514]

Back again, 2024 😂😂 I just can't get enough of this performance!!!

[@LittleFabrizio]

She looks like she’s not even trying & her smile is so gd contagious omg.

[@fybraines]

Young Padawan EXACTLY

[@Mmmmmmmmmmdamgoodmix]

Young Padawan I don't think her upper lip can cover them up.

[@ross-carlson]

She sorta sounds like she's not trying either - is she really the lead or is she filling in for someone?

[@dholmes974]

I know, right???

[@areffadli8041]

I have to agree

[@KeeblerCookies]

I saw them live at the Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park and they were magical. The lead vocalist is such a pure spirit. Love her and love them.

[@BellesView]

Makeba Nicole Omg I saw them there too! They opened for The Internet during the Hive Mind Tour at The Tabernacle last year too 😍

[@BigDipperPro]

Completely jealous

[@zoserreseachsociety6029]

@@BellesView i was at that concert with the INTERNET!

[@Res0313]

Oh no!! ... was that the one from this summer ??. I hate I missed them !!

[@BellesView]

Zoser Reseach Society OMG small world! That was an incredible concert.

[@hernanperez8930]

NPR has become the ultimate host for concerts. Everything sounds so good

[@mint-flavouredsand8943]

A good sound mixer can make anything come true. A bunch of Louis Cole’s songs were recorded in (what I assume was) his house

[@jackieclark8253]

Mint-Flavoured Sand ...it’s not the mixer,it’s the players...makes the mix engineers job easier when players know what they’re doing.

[@ryanhalvorsen6497]

Just put this on some better speakers with a sub instead of just my phone. Loved it before. But with even decent audio it's 🤯🥴

[@johngregg6820]

Tiny Desk, Audiotree, KEXP, COLORS. Love 'em all.

[@tedros6917]

For real! Even artists I don't like come through on tiny desk. I think it's bc the setting forces most of them to change their performances, so they get to refine them

[@emilynnemascardo3687]

Always love her messaging of solidarity in their shows. All of the musicians in this band are amazingly talented.

[@fuckcensorship69]

I heard her speaking about "standing up for black and brown lives". That isnt solidarity. GROSS

[@JonathanPaulin]

@@fuckcensorship69 How is it not solidarity? Are you a cop?

[@blofishmusic]

Cannot believe this day has come

[@fernandoortiz6593]

Same

[@niceontheeyes9269]

Me too! Love them! 6am is my wine and chill song after work.💜

[@blofishmusic]

Whitney Williams it’s my exam cram kinda music 😂

[@gabrielleh3731]

Katy Neve RIGHT!!!!!!!!💜💜💜

[@charlesc.b2435]

LIKE REALLY!!! I almost couldn't believe it when I saw the update.

[@jodyharris9731]

With groups like Moonchild, KING, The Internet, Tank & Da Bangas, The Dove Society, Radio Galaxy, wax poetics(the group), the oz collective, snarky puppy, OSHUN, etc makes me still love music.

[@leafsoup]

Louis Cole, Jacob Mann/Max Ox, Fearofdark too.

[@ankihansen2489]

Listen to Hiatus Kaiyote

[@lateshiachilds3640]

Yes I truly agree, I love underrated singers

[@deanroddey2881]

Snarky Puppy is musogasmic sometimes. Lingus just floors me. And the one that they do with Jacob Collier is ridiculous.

[@ixzaluoh8997]

Lateshia Childs don’t worry soon they won’t be underrated

[@deniselove2590]

If you wake up to MOONCHILD and you are still angry or sad please continue you're therapy!😊 God bless you all!

[@KingWillie76]

I am a huge Moonchild fan and have never tried this therapy. Will do tomorrow.

[@ankihansen2489]

*your

[@chefdh]

Facts

[@TheCityGirlPicker]

😂facts

[@rachidvanheyningen]

I don't think people realize this was one of the cleanest executed, most in sync, most hard to pull off performances ever on NPR, and that says a lottt...

[@theMad_Artist]

That synth bass playing is just too nasty 🔥

[@boyfromzambia]

And WHILE he's playing the trumpet too!

[@homerholt692]

Abhik Mazumder hey there

[@theMad_Artist]

@@homerholt692 homerrrrrr 😚😚❤️

[@veiktik2297]

he has it

[@DreamNBeatz]

Abhik Mazumder right

[@ctatrains]

This woman's voice is something special. Her song style is just captivating.

[@Dimechanel]

I agree

[@lucajack007]

Theres coffee in the coffee maker she had me from the start

[@davidmeinie6699]

Reminds me of Michael Franks

[@adrianjeffrey2897]

She's not doing anything new stylistically but what she does do perfectly. Can't knock it

[@SendMilfPics]

She sounds mad similar to Dido and I’m all here for it. Just stumbled on this group and they’re amazing

[@asherramras6545]

Voice lesson of a lifetime: smile.

[@BigJazz522]

"This List" is one of those songs that takes me to a familiar place that I've never been to. It speaks to a part of me that doesn't get much attention. I love it.

[@jeffarredondo]

Wow! I couldn't have said that better if I tried. Thanks!

[@FeelinWrite]

Thought I was the only one that has these kinds of experiences! Love the way you put it!

[@DivineChocolate561]

Same here!!! I feel so free with that song.

[@TheColtswin1]

Perfect description!!!!!

[@dinatesfay]

Exactlyyy!!

[@samhealey7603]

Homie in the yellow shirt is feeling it. Me too man, me too...

[@SrFelatio]

LowKey the heart of the band

[@morrisbraxton4516]

Lol bruh is killin it tho

[@ferrisbates1176]

"There's coffee in the coffee maker!" I Was Hooked From There 😭😭😭

[@lateshiachilds3640]

Where I didnt see it

[@Xaldar]

@@lateshiachilds3640 Literally the first lyrics she sings

[@Los47]

You saw the bright smile on her? 😭😧

[@lateshiachilds3640]

@@Xaldar oh ok, I didnt catch that

[@Jesse-lv2yo]

I just woke up, watched the first few seconds of this, realized there actually IS coffee in the coffee maker (it's on a timer), and I got impossibly happy

[@marsaylus3466]

Everyday is tiny desk for MoonChild

[@niceontheeyes9269]

W A V Y B O Y Right! 😆

[@michiepooh]

❤️

[@naturalTJ]

Now that’s a fact

[@videomaster5437]

Right lol

[@sc-ek6qz]

Hmm...

[@alexmathewmendoza]

Moonchild is so underrated. Everyone involved is just overflowing with talent and the music is simply immaculate and beautiful!

[@feliciaparker2420]

I been an instant fan years ago when I heard “The List” on a random playlist. I been hooked ever since! ❤❤❤

[@jadedj1]

Her smile throughout the show is infectious.

[@trueviolinist]

Joe Okubo yes ❤️

[@alvinbattle82]

This group right here..........SPEECHLESS!!!!!!! Jill Scott even gave them a co sign....

[@pamelamcdaniel7072]

I cant wait to see them and jill on tour. Its gonna be amazing!!!

[@_Palesa_M]

@@pamelamcdaniel7072 a

[@jazzymoni7750]

Can we talk about how her voice emulates the flute so beautifully and the perfect airy blending of her background singers?? The band is amazingly flawless, but the sound person is the real MVP. They sound crisp as the autumn leaves. 🍂🍁🍂

[@johnfutch85]

Daaaayyyum… Your analogy is crosshairs spot on! She is amazing and they’re sick… 😎

[@Lquiyasm]

Tiny desk sound rocording engineer never fails to amaze me, it really gets the high note on recording fidelity to a point that its realisim seems unreal

[@jazzymoni7750]

@@afisanaa Yes, I write poetry ☺🦋

[@MrTechman01]

Ambers voice is a perfect example of it not the loudest or the the voice that can do a lot of tricks to display perfect alignment and sound. Its like the perfect QB for the right Offense. Its soft and beautiful, yet not without a few beautiful imperfections, just like everybody else up there. But they are a TEAM and they CARRY each other beautifully. I have not ever heard something so complex sound so simple and so Beautiful. Why? You hear dedication to CRAFT and an array of well thought SOUNDSCAPES that fly like an Eagle with headphones on over the Grand Canyon. Just Beautiful while smooth sailing!

[@jazzymoni7750]

@@MrTechman01 Very beautifully and eloquently stated. Love. 💗🦋

[@blackdev417]

You can't tell dude in the yellow shirt nothin. He knows he's killing it. Beautiful music and a great voice.

[@EdiCallier]

The fact that he was playing flugelhorn and keybass at the same time 😳😱🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mint-flavouredsand8943]

Louis Cole is also a master of playing multiple instruments at once, he has played the drums at the same time as playing the keyboard, look him up

[@EdiCallier]

@@mint-flavouredsand8943 yeah, Louis Cole is AWESOME! 🔥🔥🔥 I've played keys and drums together before but I've never even seen someone play a horn while playing any other instrument lol 😱

[@jcoburn3590]

Binkbeats

[@fallonemagali]

Thank God neo soul is still alive in 2020, Thank God.....

[@adammyatt3499]

2021 still groovin

[@joshuacoyle952]

@@adammyatt3499 2022 neo soul aint goin nowhere

[@zimiani]

Someone bring a Nobel prize to whoever mixed this!! It's perfect!

[@drury2d8]

Josh Rogosin.

[@trexinvert]

My studio monitor speakers w/8" woofer is really picking up the subtle lows.

[@licandres01]

the best mix is always found in Tiny desk and KEXP, I suspect is the same guy.

[@Clarissatag]

Tiny Desk be killing it with the sound engineering!

[@DaphneyTV]

When I tell you 💕

[@j9ruiz]

They sound like this live?!! Amazing...

[@GabrielRO8]

You had me at "There's coffee in the coffee maker".

[@SuperBigdaddies]

LOL, right!

[@pierat1242]

I am 14 and this is deep

[@harrykendall210]

They had me at ''We love this series, it's been an honour, thank you.''

[@knightschoice]

Amen!

[@ebislove4383]

Factz!

[@beckygoulding4246]

I'm not even kidding. I had a dream that I got a notification saying Moonchild was on Tiny Desk three months ago and I woke up and checked youtube thinking it was real. Then I saw it today and thought I was dreaming again. So glad I'm not. This was what I've been waiting for

[@juancpgo]

dream something nice about me 🙂

[@bluehalo8604]

They're out here fulfilling dreams and all. Sheesh!

[@December_baby04]

Becky Goulding prophecies

[@angeloa780]

Dreams come true ✨

[@MoPoppins]

You’re a master-manifester! ✨ You should test what else you can make happen in your life and in the greater world. 🌎

[@t863smith]

One of the most underrated groups of neo soul been following them since their first project....hate this pandemic has it where I can’t even see them on their tour with Jill Scott...

[@everettewingfield5123]

🤯🤯🤯 Really ... Where was it going to be??!!!!?

[@rawman18]

@@everettewingfield5123 Philadelphia, I believe. I got to see them perform in new Orleans a week before this pandemic hit. They were awesome.

[@Nawlins70125]

I know you playing DANG! lol Jill plus this group wow.

[@whitneelacantante3992]

I was fortunate enough to see them w/Jill Scott right before the shutdown and got an autographed vinyl! They were amazing as expected!

[@t863smith]

They were gonna come to Orlando she discovered them on bandcamp and they opened for her tour man straight ear candy

[@catherineprince5345]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE Moonchild!!! STILL listening in 2022!!!!

[@ArronYouSeeItMalachi]

Found them in 2023 and I'm SOOOOOO MAD IT TOOK THIS LONG!!

[@theosantossantos6369]

2024 to infinite

[@yahneyoung5505]

2024👂🎶🎤😏🙌

[@catherineprince5345]

@@yahneyoung5505 Yesssssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!! 🫶🏼💕💯🔥

[@RomainQ]

She looks like she's giving a TED talk when she sings

[@TheDruidKing]

TEDx in that shonky venue ;-)

[@MIZRAIM1906]

@@TheDruidKing Ahhhh...... This is true!!!!

[@TheOtherSun]

best comment

[@sixthousandblankets]

Notice that too.

[@sicariiavantgarde1873]

Thank you.....couldn’t figure it out.....😂😂

[@jonathanw8461]

This is why in high school it’s best to get close to the band members and show choir kids, because when they mix together this is what happens!! At least this is what happened at my school! Pure love!!

[@mindfulculturecreators]

This is such a true statement! Lol all of the theater and choir kids at my HS work in Hollywood or Hollywood adjacent lol

[@crystalo.6222]

Can we just give it up for all the MULTI-talented and musically gifted people in this tiny desk?! Especially homeboy andris in the yellow handling the keys, trumpet, AND guitar. You can tell he really FEELS the music

[@SmallMartingale]

I think that's a cornet

[@AGMoneyTrigga]

David S It’s a flugelhorn

[@akmm2948]

Crystal O. YES!!!

[@SmallMartingale]

@@AGMoneyTrigga Yes, thank you!

[@heathertea2704]

Crystal I'm right with him.😊 GOOD music makes me move.🎶👏🎶👏🎶👏

[@jbharms1]

Piano solo around 9:30 is really great. Really great phrases, no excessive chops just substance. 100% lean.

[@chrisdavis2161]

I concur...it's a written solo... he plays it very consistently it's very airy theme

[@richardcollins2622]

Perfection

[@luvmj32]

Now this is music for the soul. It's impossible to be in a bad mood while listening to Moonchild.

[@JerryT21]

The engineer and production team should get in front of the camera and take a bow you guys are quality top notch 🎛🎤🎚🎙🔊

[@abbasdaif3490]

Amen I can not fault their production for almost every tiny desk, most of the time sounds better than studio recordings

[@joefish6546]

Agreed. Pushing my ear buds in deep on this one in particular, but they're often the best I've heard many of these artists.

[@ttyyuuiiei]

geraldotorres35 I wish I had the ear to appreciate sound engineering. Maybe I’d only notice if it was bad.

[@therealtaxman6471]

yeahh it sounds damm great!

[@CANDYSOULonline]

EXACTLY!!! this sound is album worthy...like, all of the Tiny Desk shows should have albums...that is how good the sound quality is.

[@justinalexander1056]

This is what a good day feels like

[@xamccormick]

When life isn’t funky enough, Play this. Your soul will thank you.

[@DanitraLewis884]

First off, I knew this set was gonna be absolute FIRE solely based on the way that my guy in the yellow button up was jamming on the keys. My mans was feeling it. Second off, her voice is beautiful. It sounds like a faint rainstorm on a cool, breezy, clear summer night. She’s beautiful, her voice is angelic, the band is crazy talented. The fact that she added a message about bettering humanity is a plus. I love when artists use their platforms to promote positivity. The world needs so much more of this. Much love to Moonchild. I’ve been streaming her/their music non stop since I watched this.

[@gregvang5164]

T Green Moonchild, the gift that keeps on giving. Keep on streaming T!

[@wolee03]

When I saw him I was like well play it the way you feel it then sir!

[@TRI-MEDIA_PRODUCTIONS]

ditto

[@warrenmorphis4208]

Given some of these comments - many of these humans could care less about "bettering humanity" ...or least the melanated portion...

[@cool7654321]

A faint rainstorm on a cool, breezy, clear summer night was the description I NEEDED!!! Great writing!

[@mj23pc34]

Unfortunately it's artists like Moonchild, that get the least exposure. So slept on. Just pure chill music, and the vibes... mainstream would never give it a chance. Well done Tiny Desk/ NPR... SN: Let me not short change the background singers and musicians. Homie on the piano in the yellow a fool with it!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@lateshiachilds3640]

I know right I love jazz music I wish jazz was more mainstream

[@Jell0zz]

Great music, but they can keep their politics to themselves 🤢

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

exactly. those chill vibes should be all over WDAS (r&b station in philly) but they're not... smh

[@LearningDrummerSam]

@@Jell0zz The President is a reality TV star. I don't see why you think the topic of politics should not be talked about, especially being musicians.

[@gpizarro3798]

I don't know, sometimes I like it better that way than being oversaturated..They doing well touring and stuff...Man, their music is so good!

[@tomiwaakintode6171]

The fact that she looks like she’s enjoying her songs makes me even love watching her perform more

[@illwill287]

The fact that they are playing multiple instruments is definitely insane talent

[@anayadivine6494]

Moonchild is a whole mood, the band, the background vocals.... perfection. The message though Amber.... Much respect!

[@s2s_parrotfan236]

I agreeee.... all except the incessant rhythmic head-bounding. Rather listen than watch!!

[@anayadivine6494]

@@s2s_parrotfan236 lol really? I enjoyed it.

[@EricG-bv2ui]

A couple of months ago I went to their concert and she used her message to highlight an organisation in my city Toronto and even brought the representatives to the show if anyone wanted more information on it. So glad I found this group 2 years ago.

[@anayadivine6494]

@@EricG-bv2ui I want to go to a concert so bad lol. I would love more information thanks so much.

[@EricG-bv2ui]

@@anayadivine6494 they are a a group of accomplished musical and multi instrumentalists. That alone makes their show a massive treat. Catch them and you wont regret. The organisation Amber highlighted in my city is the Parkdale Community Legal Services. They deal with a whole list of issues that affect marginalized groups. They tackle issues involving housing, workers right, immigration etc. Look em up. They do great work.

[@fallonj6095]

When the universe decides to come together, it sounds like this

[@lorenzobaines6222]

Krazy you said that because I feel the same way. It's effortless. Natural sounding music. Beautiful on every level.

[@ateneacarter]

What a beautiful and true sentence!!

[@fybraines]

Fallon J EXACTLY

[@ianhobbies]

First time listening to this group.. I was not prepared people... Amazing.

[@kennygsmooth83]

Welcome 😂

[@BigDipperPro]

Oh they 3 albums out you have to hear

[@jordonmsmith]

Darnell Harris they actually have 4. And they’re all excellent

[@thewafflemancer]

@@BigDipperPro 4

[@kene331]

I know how you feel. I just clicked looking forward to a little alternative music. Was pleasantly surprised. Now I must binge listen.

[@maryammohaghegh4297]

"It is not charity, it is solidarity as you didn't deserve the privileges." Love love love this

[@surfboarding5058]

It’s woke virtue signaling

[@mauhuff]

@@surfboarding5058as a Black person and lover of Moonchild for like 7 yrs it made me smile 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@InterWarp]

Moon child and Tom Misch could make a stellar album together

[@theonenatrix6]

THIS!!

[@michaelbrathwaite7019]

I think he'd get found out!

[@maxbarton3738]

@@michaelbrathwaite7019 Witty but for real no doubt that guy has some proper talent

[@jozefsagajllo-batterberry8172]

TRUE!!!!

[@primalequinox8527]

omg i recently found them out both at the same time. They would make a hit

[@thejazzman210]

"Moonchild". Their music is the perfect antidote for a nervous condition. If Amber Navran's voice can't calm you down, just check yourself into the nearest clinic.

[@grugbrum4535]

This girl got every Music Degree you can get.

[@whitneyhealing2947]

And she's singing live! Beautiful voice. Beautiful group. Beautiful everything across the board!

[@mannurse06]

pristine keys, harmonies, beats and instruments that require a breeze

[@matthewganley5951]

1st time hearing Moonchild and I now have faith in music again

[@ashleyhw4388]

I’m late to the party. I’ve never heard of them. This was unexpected and amazing at the same time.

[@zaza_m]

Listen to the voyager, you'll fall in love🙌🏾👌🏾

[@Theorationale]

So glad u got the chance to listen. Voyager is definitely a hit album, hadn't listened to Little Ghost album yet but Please Rewind album also has some good music.

[@justinalexander1056]

All their music is 🔥

[@TheRealIndridCold]

Same..i am hooked

[@rxprxsxnt]

@@TheRealIndridCold x2

[@anfrae25]

She has a beautiful spirit.

[@Mateo.olivera]

Andris Mattson my man, every time I come by, you surprise me again.

[@dadoftay]

I "Like" many things but rarely comment. After watching this for the 20th time in the past couple weeks I feel compelled. I'm 65 and music has always been a huge part of my my life. Primarily a jazz fan, but I listen to everything. I'm so impressed by the way you wed so many influences into a completely soulful experience. I get teary when I hear and see your passion. And Amber, your message after the second song was amazing and prophetic and spot on. I plan to listen to you as long as you're making music.

[@kionnadickens2555]

🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽everything you said!

[@JohnnyDY2]

I was wondering if I was the only one that gets close to crying when listening to this, simply out of the emotions...

[@MrTechman01]

I agree Kennedy...something about their sound that is quietly genuine ...sprinkled with musical excellence. ...as a musican....I am hearing some very well written and practiced material.....I too almost come to tears on ..the song....Money!....P.s.....they opened for Stevie Wonder...musical royalty....Stevie does not mess with you unless you are VERY GOOD!....something to ponder!

[@AstorAlexander69]

Hey if you like this you should check out the artist Raveena’s Tiny Desk Concert, I think you may really enjoy her sound as well!

[@anthonyweaver5501]

AMEN !!!

[@hatredisaweakness2859]

No wonder why I feel happy when I listen to her singing. She was smiling all the time :Xx

[@DJSt3rling]

I like how she wears her smile and sings with her eyes. It's lovely.

[@alexdexter258]

I just love Ambers voice and her dimples are so adorable 🤩🥰

[@mabcaribou397]

I love them got all of their albums!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@reallyfe8045]

ClosedCaribou 68 me too met them in Richmond VA

[@Anniemae1970]

Me too!!

[@Julianjahbless]

4:43 Andris deserves some serious respect for playing the flugelhorn and the bass lines at the same time

[@berniesat]

My sentiments exactly

[@munerayusuf3477]

IT’S NOT CHARITY IT’S SOLIDARITY “As you grow professionally and financially your responsibility to give grows with you so spend your privilege” Yeah I'm a fan

[@08mlascelles]

It was such a beautiful speech. Sometimes, I cringe at white musicians (being white myself) making insincere statements about race and equality even though I often agree with the sentiment. She was so obviously speaking from the heart though, and she’s right! I know I’m privileged, and it shouldn’t be that way! Everyone should be born and treated equal, the only thing that should affect the way we’re treated should be our actions.

[@momoshun]

@@08mlascelles I read on BBC and another source that she's not white, she's actually Iranian American..! She might be mixed then since she's calling herself white here

[@pauljacksonfxsta]

@@momoshun this gets into the crazy world of race. The Iranian I've asked considers himself both white and asian. I think he is correct, to the degree there is such a thing as race, which there isn't, but...

[@raulpardo4210]

Ayn Rand does not like this xp

[@tenoki]

I wish Google would allow you you save clips into a playlist. There are so many soundbites that I would like to use and have the clip itself refer back to the full source for full context.

[@TheDfrence]

Man……I feel like I’ve been living under a rock. I just got introduced to this group. Where have you been!!!!!!!!!!! 💜

[@jojobeanforever]

The effortlessness of it all translates so well on here.

[@richardkelly9971]

Can't think of a better group to feature when it comes to current Neo Soul.... Moonchild is NEO SOUL. Love this group.

[@Mvtrix_]

ABSOLUTE FACTS

[@user482gndejc23]

She is singing like talking and like singing. I love this flow.

[@555rerun]

I’ve never seen anyone so happy to perform, her smile is beautifully infectious.

[@traceyplacide864]

My perfect collaboration wish would be Moonchild and Robert Glasper and his band. God make it happen.🙏🙏🙏 Moonchild and NPR thank you for touching and lifting my soul 🔥🔥🔥

[@BigDipperPro]

Or even with Snarky Puppy or better yet Brandon William's from my city Detroit

[@brianthetruth6055]

Omg I always be thinking that it’s Robert Glasper in the background.

[@lateshiachilds3640]

Yes!!

[@Titogoas]

Dude on rthe keys can definitely smell that funk...amazing musicians.

[@taniseiawitt-vo4197]

Yellow shirt on them keys though 💛 👌 😍 😌

[@wendelljoseph7855]

I've been a fan of Moonchild for years now, but what stood out the most was Amber's call to action. It was incredibly thoughtful and genuine, and I hope that it doesn't get lost in all of this outstanding music. Indeed, we should all strive to "spend our privilege" and I appreciate Amber using the privilege/platform of Tiny Desk to remind us all that not only do Black and Brown lives matter, but that there's a role we all can play in this movement, to whatever extent we are capable of. Thank you for the positive musical and social vibes, Moonchild.

[@NosillaWilla]

I really appreciated how genuine it was. I just wanted to add that for folks who don’t have money to donate (and that’s a lot of people in the US these days) that volunteers are almost always welcome for all kinds of organizations too and that there is more than one way to help make your community a better place.

[@kelseypowell9848]

Well said

[@1Joren]

I'm just happy it was short so the political message doesn't get in the way of the music, which is what I came for. As someone who doesn't buy into identity politics and the oppressor vs oppressed or privileged vs underprivileged mindset (I really don't mind it that other people do btw, different beliefs, different opinions, it's all good), and just comes here for awesome music, I'm glad that she at least keeps it short :) and gets back to the music. That's just kinda cool to me, she spreads what she believes in but in a way someone who's from the opposite side can respect and to not take away too much for that person in terms of the entertainment they came for.

[@victoriaoladapo7017]

Well said!

[@jamma246]

@@victoriaoladapo7017 _"As someone who doesn't buy into identity politics and the oppressor vs oppressed or privileged vs underprivileged mindset"_ Don't want to make a firestorm, but are you just saying you are denying that these issues exist?