Nickel Creek - Strangers (Official Music Video)

Nickel Creek - Strangers (Official Music Video)
From the new album Celebrants, out now.
Stream / purchase the album: orcd.co/celebr...
Nickel Creek is Chris Thile, Sara Watkins, Sean Watkins
Bass: Jeff Picker
Director: Josh Goleman
Producer: Robert H. Dyar Jr
PA: Darrel Green
Engineer: Tim Reitnouer
Mix: David Boucher
Location: Layman Drug Company
Prod Co: Creative Team Studios
#nickelcreek #newmusic #americana #bluegrass #folk

[@henriloridans5228]

4 instruments, 3 voices, 1 mic, 1 uncut shot! Pure talent!! It’s good to have y’all back. Can’t wait for the full album!

[@feelinghealingfrequences7179]

and the tapping sounds so groovy

[@empire4627]

@@feelinghealingfrequences7179 No auto-tuning here, my friends.

[@Qdobafett]

Oh these folks have so much practice they don’t play sour notes or hardly ever not hit notes singing. True masters of their craft

[@mattholsen7060]

It's a wonderful way to record (and I say that as one who spends his days tweaking cc and velocity data in a DAW to make tracks with virtual instruments). But why is there a credit that reads "Mix: David Boucher?" Was Mr Boucher telling the players to move in or out? Maybe making chalk marks on the floor? That's the only mixing I can imagine. Unless he was mixing a monitor mix, I guess. There's also a credit for "PA," so maybe that's it.

[@Qdobafett]

@@mattholsen7060 single mic still needs a mixer especially live. Players may here it different from monitors as the performance goes on and might not move to an exact spot each time. Playing single mic is incredibly difficult so having someone on stanby to lend a hand is nice.

[@jonathanchaney5896]

01:51 Sara's smile is how we're all feeling hearing the band back together

[@lazysmurf420]

amen

[@satpal738]

I can accept that this LP didn't win the grammy because in fact, it's not the best folk LP of a year, but the most oustanding music I heard since 20 years. Stranger is the best song I never heard. Thank you so much Nickel Creek, your music is a blessing. The meeting between fire and grace, that Sarah particularly embodies.

[@CrAck-MoNey]

The people who deserve accolades never get them when they deserve them. Sadly we look back on their careers many years later and give them their props. I saw them in 2001. I've seen over 50 concerts to date. That one is still in the top 3. I got to meet them too. I "Thank My Lucky Stars" I got to be there.

[@itsalexclark]

LIFELONG FAN. I LISTEN TO THIS 6 TIMES A DAY.

[@mitchstein1090]

18 new tracks? How are we worthy? Also, Sarah showing us who she is on the fiddle again. Can't wait!

[@kitano0]

Sarah's singing is so heavenly, it's easy to forget she can play like a demon!

[@PoogiBear1]

The last time I saw Nickel Creek in concert I was 19. This time when I come I’ll bring my 9 year old daughter. So fortunate to be listening to you “for the rest of my life”

[@krwnichols]

I grew up listening to nickel creek and now can share with my 9 year old daughter too

[@jacksondowney4327]

I was 22 last time I saw them, and I'll bring my 11 and 8 yr old. 😊

[@jacobgregory4739]

Criminally underrated band. Can't wait for the new album!

[@BrianOates]

They have done well for themselves and are best selling artists. Underrated means ignored or unfairly rated, they are held in high regard for their output by the fans that sellout their concerts and the critics and fellow musicians that praise them.

[@Adafish]

@@BrianOates I think they mean that they arent as popular as some other artists

[@feedigli]

That phrase always has to do with the speaker’s field of view/frame of reference.

[@samuelhillmusic]

Sean is definitely the unsung hero of the group, his voice and playing in this are so nice 🥰

[@MonsieurExist]

“Unsung” might not be the right word here…

[@jackbusch]

some crazy hybrid picking

[@Mimsyborogove923]

True. But the real unsung hero... has always been the bass player.

[@MusicOrLoseItTV]

2023 feels a bit more hopeful now that Nickle Creek is making new music 🙂

[@charlesmontgomery7002]

One mic, no pedals, no auto tune, just spectacular songwriting, playing and performing!

[@CrAck-MoNey]

Facts! Amazing!

[@pizzatheface]

Love the crack in Sara's voice at 3:55! Sent tingles down my spine! THAT's how you sing with emotion, kids.

[@robertsadler1766]

Yes, it is! Take notes.

[@TimBell-qk9ky]

Seeing them together brings tears to my eyes. They are so assured on their instruments and meld their voices with ease. I love the subtle fills Chris adds with his mandolin in the quieter moments. Most of all, I love the joy on Sara's face. Can't wait for the new album!

[@pueramericus]

I could not love this news more! A new album? Thanks guys! We've missed y'all!

[@PlayingwithSticks]

Woot woot! So excited to hear another Nickel Creek album is coming.

[@DSmith-iy3hm]

I've really missed this blending of talent. Can't tell you how pleased I am that you three are collaborating once again. You've still got it big time Nickel Creek and I hope you keep going strong. Been there with you since the beginning and will continue to do so. Looking forward to the album release!

[@BriceMcIver]

Sara's dissonant note just after 3:48 gives me goosebumps! So good

[@taylorh79]

been listening to this 100 times a day and that part still gets me every time

[@andrewengler1166]

Y’all were formative for my childhood and growing up. Your music touched my soul and has stayed with with me for 25+ years. If thank you were even enough to demonstrate the infinite gratitude I hold for your place in my life.. but I’ll say it anyway. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

[@GuitarNvoice]

The refinement of your skills over the years is showing for sure. And the magic sauce of the three of you together still blends as well as it did when you were young.

[@KeelyBurnMusic]

Glad to see that Chris is still wearing that floral shirt. Also glad to see Sara smile so much, even if it does nothing to help my raging crush on her. I wasn't sure about the song when I was listening to the recording, but seeing it performed brings it to life for me. Looking forward to the new album for sure!

[@lancemoore5]

Sara is so dang expressive when she sings and I'm here for it!

[@mattjones5862]

I saw Nickel Creek in 2007 at the Tivoli in Chattanooga, TN for the Farewell for Now Tour. I saw them at the Ryman in 2014 for the Dotted Line tour. Looking forward to seeing them sometime this year. I love the Punch Brothers and I love Sean Watkins solo stuff, but they just belong all together.

[@brucekuehn4031]

And Sara locking on those harmonies with I’m With Her!

[@RomansD828]

My god I'm so glad to see them together again making beautiful music.

[@brucekuehn4031]

Since 1989? Impossible! By my math, that would be 34 years ago! So happy you can do it all again!

[@mandobekah]

I fell in love with Nickel Creek in 2002. I was lucky enough to see them live in 2003, 2005, and got to see Punch Brothers a few times and one solo Chris Thile concert. But hearing these 3 collaborate brings back such love and nostalgia in my heart that I can’t help but feel emotional everytime they reunite. Chris made me want to learn the mandolin. I had basic guitar skills. Then picked up the mandolin for a LONG time, then the fiddle. Then the upright bass. And after Punch Brothers formed, the banjo. I wish I could properly articulate how their music and harmonies make me feel. It’s like I’m 14 again and re-discovering bluegrass/new grass. I can’t stop listening, and will ALWAYS be a sucker for their musical talents. And that’s not even mentioning the time I’ve gotten to spend with Chris and Sean. They will always be the sound of my true musical awakening. ALWAYS. When my finance (from Chicago) knee of them on our first date, it was one of the most telling signs that he was my person.

[@1atWill]

Yes! BRAVO!

[@daviderin]

So excited for this album! It's such an amazing thing that you have all been playing together this long, creating such impactful music, and still finding the joy in playing together. Hope these albums never stop coming. We'll keep buying them as long as you guys keep producing them. Thank you!

[@MK-mp1ku]

So this is what expert level music theory sounds like. I love it, I am in awe of the talent of you all. Thank you.

[@andstr4150]

that flip of the guitar over sara's head at 3:23 is so smooth!

[@jonathanchaney5896]

I love the build to the line "to move beyond/to build upon". At that point the song switches and it becomes so hopeful. I don't know if this song is about them in particular or just relationships in general, but from that point to the end, it just makes me smile to think about relationships that we don't give up on, we keep shoveling and digging because we need each other and life is better with others. So glad they Nickel Creek is back together making music and that this is such an encouraging song makes it even better!

[@ringcycles]

good as each of you are individually, together you are magical. I got chills from the first verse. Thanks for getting back together

[@georgenapper532]

These three are ultimate music legends. Unbelievable talent and amazing how they always fit perfectly together in every track. An absolutely stunning lead single. Can't wait for the album!!!

[@wattsun7946]

It's nice to see Sara smiling

[@loganswafford]

Oh cool, I already know my favorite album of 2023.

[@loganswafford]

Update: it did, in fact, take the top spot for me this year

[@thepan281]

SICK! JUST SICK!

[@crazymacattack]

nobody does it like you three. looking forward to March.

[@davidmurphy5083]

Hello beautiful 👋 how are you doing today??

[@donaldroberts7055]

Silky , intense, and beautiful. Masters at play.

[@ChrisTuckerPhotography]

THIS! There is NOTHING like Nickel Creek!!!!!!

[@redyankeerose]

Wow!! As usual I’m blown away by all of their talent. Masters not only of their instruments but of their voice as well 😍

[@jeffadee812]

A great gift for me to start the day! Love me some Nickel Creek

[@CarlGorn]

Oh, how I've missed these voices together. ♥

[@FJANNA]

Been loving you guys since 2000! Excited for your new album!

[@davidmurphy5083]

Hello Anna 👋 how are you doing today ??

[@slode1693]

Sarah's voice has aged like a bottle of fine wine.

[@MMP1116]

I’ve been a fan for decades and this song is - hands down - my very favorite. A true masterpiece among masterpieces.

[@ronrumsey3205]

Dang! I have missed those harmonies!

[@maddiefritz]

Made my YEAR to see a new album is coming out 🥹

[@thomasbrown7328]

Saw you guys at West Virginia University back late ‘90’s-early ‘00’s indoors in the Mountain Lair. Fuzzy memories from that era but of course wonderful memories.

[@Jack458111]

that was some hot fire

[@stevensavage7870]

So far this is the best Nickel Creek song I've heard

[@Bluebird-wj4nj]

Wow . . this has me searching for tickets . .and I'm willing to travel . . it's that good!!

[@PixieintheMainframe]

So beautiful - Makes me really happy to see them again.

[@jessepearson5579]

This is the coolest music for driving down the road...Good vibes...Organic...Incredible talents...Thanks guys

[@maeve.iolanthe]

This is my favorite of the new songs released so far. Then Holding Pattern. And the album drops on my birthday! My bf got me a mandolin for birthday (and got himself an octave mandolin so we can learn together) I have been playing electric bass for 2 years but I have wanted to learn to play the mandolin for several years. He likes lots of different music but he is definitely a metal guy (he plays guitar) And he has gotten me more into metal. Sharing eachother's passions 🥰

[@neshkavirdure8289]

LOVE This Song :Interchanging Harmonies and Lyrics. Love Bluegrass Music😊👍👍🎶🎶🎶Thank You For Creating And Posting This😊👍👍🎶🎶🎶

[@rondelby2482]

Wow!!!!LOVE IT!!!

[@matthewforsleff4102]

The virtuosity here is freaky! I am hypnotized

[@woody5476]

Came for a Nickelback cover band. Still wasn't disappointed.

[@unabridgeddiversion8236]

Oh hell yeah best way to make this dark winter a little brighter, I can't wait to hear more guys!

[@andrewgerrard6556]

Oh man, ready of a new album. I love you guys

[@jahintx]

If there is one thing I have learned by watching you over the past twenty years, you sure don't seem to be bothered much by a challenge. I greatly enjoy how you play with the lines and constantly challenge your audience. Instrumental virtuosity is sharp as always. Looking forward to hearing the album!

[@cousinjake7986]

Y'all are the best show ive ever been too. One of the best nights of my life

[@andysettle]

Oh those harmonies!! I think I speak for the collective when I say seeing you guys back together has broke our joy meter!! Baby steps to March 24th! Then flying out to Nashville to check one off the ol' bucket list!!!

[@jerolyn77]

Wow, amazing!!!! I met a man in Walgreens today who said he tours with you guys. So glad he mentioned the band!

[@thebradc]

I’ve been listening to the live album a lot lately and I’m really happy to have new music. Nickel Creek are one of my favourite bands for many many years. When these three are together you know everything is okay and you are going to have a great time. Thank you.

[@servogcos]

Totally...absolutely...BLOWN AWAY!!! Been a fan for 17years...never heard this...WOW

[@tairdudeusa7981]

New Nickel Creek -Cool!!! That sounded really good, can't wait to hear more.

[@OlSmokyDaBear]

It has certainly been too long. Good to hear from y'all.

[@FCltz]

mind blown

[@krwnichols]

This literally brought so much joy and emotion to me. I am so happy to hear you guys together. I have listened to you since I was a kid and now get to share you with my kids. You guys hold an extremely special place in my heart. A huge love of my music came from you. Thank you

[@charlesfritter9686]

What an awesomely cool song! The harmonies, the incredible musicianship. Spectacular.

[@59markr]

Hallelujah! New music from our dear friends, Nickel Creek! Nice to see Mr Picker join the crew!! 🇦🇺

[@crypticree9558]

Grew up listening to you guys. Even though I’m more into metal I’ll always proudly listen to you all

[@margaretleehightower3073]

THRILLED to hear you three singing and playing!!!!! I have followed you since the Very Beginning and loved your harmonies..they are SO Special and have always reminded me of CSN…thank you so much for sharing your extraordinary gifts!!!!!💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@daviddickinson6052]

So glad to hear you together again 🎉

[@Seaflea2377]

How do y’all keep getting better and better. I’ll never forget watching y’all play in the parking lot of Waterloo Records at SXSW way back. Stunned me how good y’all were, and so happy to hear new stuff. Always find time to play together b/c it’s an absolute blessing to us all

[@robertmoore7789]

Angels hide just behind the veil of our world close enough to hear these humans make the most beautiful noise they've ever heard.

[@matthewgoodwyn8295]

this is great !

[@lorenzopoluzzi1429]

Really really really close to perfection.

[@partsmanba]

Wow. Glad they found their way back together. Things changed so much since I saw them in concert. Upheaval too much to mention, but the familiarity of that Nickel Creek sound brings it all back to the joy of acoustic music done impeccably.

[@hankmishima4798]

Great to see Nickel Creek back together for another album. Hopefully a tour date in Portland coming soon.

[@brandonhintze9919]

My much adored Nickel Creek, Love the new music! Time stops whenever I enjoy your sounds. Can't wait to see you in September at Bristol Rhythm and Roots reunion festival. You are magic! :-)

[@beaumorris5289]

Nothing but love for you guys thank you so much for bringing us such musical pleasure. I've been a fan from the first time I heard years ago to now.. Always great.

[@michaelricheson3939]

Absolutely my favorite group and music. Thank you thank you for coming back to us ❤❤

[@lucinda44]

Making me smile this morning!!! 💕💕

[@davidmurphy5083]

Hello Lucinda 👋 how are you doing today??

[@CaptEirikr]

Jeez, Sara getting it. Freaking awesome.

[@sarahruemmele2971]

Man, they are SOOOO good.

[@kevinsinger6651]

My God. This is unbelievable.

[@johnb7889]

Oh so good!

[@robertsadler1766]

Back together and better than ever!

[@JLlitz]

Welcome back!!!!!!! Beyond excited for new music!

[@DanielKinnaird]

I love everything these three musicians produce but when they come together as Nickel Creek it’s always just that little bit extra special!

[@bu4n_my_bl00d7]

Dope af. Drop this stat so I can add it to all my playlists and obsess over it. The rhythm and changes are so perfect

[@sarahruemmele2971]

So much talent!!!!!!

[@jasonlusk7287]

HELL YEAH !!!!!!!

[@japanesemaplepruning]

Best song on the album

[@thesassyartiststudio3439]

Awesome!!! Love having you guys together!!🎉❤

[@apro6531]

Wow those harmonics, amazing! Also the change in instruments on the foreground, very well done !!!!

[@JakeGriffus-rz4di]

so this is what happens when you take three talented individuals and combine them. Ultra Mega-zord talent. Each one of you have so much to bring to the table. Yet, at this table, you are serving up some musical Genius!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@ryaandnice]

Yo Nickel Creek! See you in Philly in April! Can't wait.

[@derekjones2204]

What a beautiful song

[@robertsadler1766]

Phenomenal! These three are loaded with talent.