José González: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@phineasgage8252]

He's from my lovely town of Gothenburg in Sweden, and I have the pleasure of bumping into him occasionally. He is amazing

[@YourLifeRhythm]

Been wanting to visit there for a long time!!

[@itallol.padovani885]

First time I heard him was with a swedish band called "Niccokick". This was ike 10 years ago... Crazy!

[@dubravKA1111]

💛💕

[@tronkiflower]

lucky you :)

[@Machihekamake]

I thought he was from Latin America???colombia?

[@jensyn7969]

He's so patient with his words and so tender, he shows that you don't need to be screaming and flashy to get a story across. Love this man and his art.

[@johnmacpherson9791]

You obviously don't know Bill Callahan yet then? x

[@geoffreynelsonjr]

“Beautiful things don’t ask for attention” ;)

[@juliebraden6911]

It's easy when you have an attentive audience. It's a lot harder when you're talking to people in general who tend to interrupt and not pay attention.

[@pizzaboy1996]

his voice is like a reminder that there is still something good in this world.

[@MrWegosolo]

His voice is like a soothing drive down a country road...brisk fall air...and slowly falling leaves.

[@scamerino]

idk why but this brought tears to my eyes

[@Nate-iv8rp]

I was introduced to Jose Gonzalez from his song at the end of Secret Life of Walter Mitty. I am so glad I learned who he was. His music brings such a calm to my spirit.

[@JonCooper86]

after hearing this i feel like sailing around the tip of Patagonia and hiking a mountain, watching the sunset over a fire and finding peace in nature.

[@J3ampyx]

Ohhh my patagonia 🍄

[@PhilipBowenMusic]

so good. I picture them riding away slowly....still singing softly while pedaling a hand carved bicycle built for two.

[@svantesoderqvist]

Great!! But please (!) start to write out the names of the participating musicians in the specification. They truly deserve it!!!

[@davidsichmeller3941]

Agreed :)

[@sheabreauxwells7059]

FWIW he introduces them at 8:20. I'd type them out here but don't feel confident spelling the names.

[@s.venegas]

@William Dahlberg Nummert Rentería! Like a city in Basque Country!

[@sheneversaidno3833]

Totally

[@tronkiflower]

I agree

[@apledowanniet.canedo6440]

His music is soothing, perfectly made reminding us to always slow down, appreciate and live each moment we have on earth. I love you, Jose!

[@stephenr80]

probably one of the most influential musicians during my 20s. Saw him live and talked to him once. I love his fingerpicking style and sweet voice and odd lyrics!

[@angielewis4158]

My favourite musician and singer

[@cranberriesgirlhype8292]

Do you guys realize how incredibly amazing the song With the Ink of a Ghost is? It's a friggin masterpiece 😭 it makes me feel every emotion ever.

[@geekdesprairies]

It sure is amazing!

[@cranberriesgirlhype8292]

@@geekdesprairies yesss

[@jazzmetalj]

Yes.

[@Jonte70]

Yes! It’s a true masterpiece and I almost feel sorry for people who haven’t heard it. Jose Gonzalez is one of the most talented musicians who ever existed

[@cranberriesgirlhype8292]

@@Jonte70 truly!

[@Zeokoz]

One of my favorite things about him that I'm only gleaning from these live performances is how he seems to radiate humility. A trait I truly do hope to register into my own spirit on a daily basis. Music like this helps to cultivate it...

[@Jonte70]

Yes! That’s what I love about him as well, seen him live a couple of times and he is always like that

[@shookone568]

‘Every age’ is such a powerful song. So true. Brilliant.

[@charliewright8355]

Whistling is so underrated.

[@jimdublace]

I really, really love this. It's like Paul Simon and Wes Anderson started a band.

[@NoctisDi22]

COMMENT OF THE YEAR =)

[@bayuwikranta8275]

I love both of them but i dont really get it.. care to explain..? James Wallace

[@paytonking4673]

Bayu Wikranta it’s a way of saying it’s like indie folk

[@danielbrown1724]

Those harmonies are just so beautiful.

[@NoJobRob]

what an artist. his accompanying musicians can't help but feel the emotion in his songs.

[@mushroomburrito]

This's perfect for a calm & serene morning Every age has its turn Every branch of the tree has to learn Learn to grow, find its way, Make the best of this short-lived stay

[@FluffersTheFirst]

Wow I was entranced from the first moment. Thank you NPR for introducing me to yet another great artist.

[@betoski]

Gitai Vinshtok Yea he's awesome. If you like his stuff, check out his other band "Junip". You will not be disappointed :D

[@jordies7221]

Amazing when you discover something so new and refreshing

[@nickdaboii]

If you like him DEFINITELY listen to heartbeats and crosses. His two beat songs by far.

[@Jimmie95Dean]

nick arndt Open Book and New Age are also perfect.

[@ahelleehex1547]

nick arndt heartbeats isnt even a song of him

[@fabioconradohomrich3618]

What an wonderful artist! It really touches you deeply where it really manter...

[@xelaolive4181]

Loved this man and his music for many years, he’s the one I introduce to others as one of my favourite musicians. He’s so humble. Greetings to all listening, from Devon

[@violetxoxox]

Was lucky enough to see José and Sia performing together with Zero 7 in 2006 on their tour for The Garden album. That was pretty amazing.

[@debraivy9943]

Wonderful songwriter, performer of our time. Love Jose Gonzalez and his band, Junip.

[@original12310]

Thank you NPR Music for making me discover new artists and re-discover my favourite ones.

[@janacosta2128]

Increíble!! Vivo en Marruecos y me casé con la mujer más hermosa de acá y le dediqué San Lucas. Ahora la cantamos juntos emocionados de verlos en tinydesk. Felicidades hermanos.

[@kliberko]

Audio engineer: Kevin Wait! As soon as that whistling started, I had to open comments to see if everyone was talking about the magnificence of the engineering work. I'd be impressed if this was recorded in a studio, but an office?!?! Unbelievable.

[@Barak911777]

Can you explain why this is awesome? I have no knowledge in sound engineering haha

[@easleeps1]

I love Jose Gonzalez so much! Great music. The new album is amazing too. Love the lyrics

[@groddan64]

What a talent, so adorable. Thanks, NPR, for all the desk concerts. Thanks for having José over.

[@mufudzimaposa]

Beautiful music from the earth. Thank you for the wonderful performance

[@TheDrewmalone]

I bought veneer randomly from a borders based on the cover art. I bought random cds back then. Went for a drive and fell in love with his music. Thank you sir

[@mariadiveris1979]

so so glad I found this today and loving him as a new fan, sooo happy to have discovered this! WOW is an understatement. So peaceful.

[@jethreymonroe4119]

Brilliant! The Set is Awesome! Every Age is a Masterpiece! Beautiful Work!

[@oliaslives6986]

Heading out to see him in a few minutes at the Belly-up in Solana Beach, California....the day before my birthday, and what a great birthday present to myself. GOD, I love the way this guy sings....so honest, so unpretentious...like he's having a quiet, friendly conversation with you. So glad I got turned on to his music.

[@madmo453]

So well put!

[@patrickskehill5589]

+Olias Lives I hear you, I saw him in Utrecht in December. He was amazing plus I stayed in Amsterdam and its kinda hard not to have fun there! :)

[@jeremyjohnfauvel]

amazing control of his voice and guitar style.. such command

[@InsideUCLA71]

There's something about woodwinds in Jose Gonzalez accompaniments that just destroy me. Always so haunting. He's the greatest.

[@drillsargenttay3960]

It’s awesome whenever he implements percussion in his songs too! That moment for me was in What Will 👏🏾

[@camotero1]

Truly beautiful, yet unassuming. Like tiptoeing in the darkness without waking up the heavy sleepers.

[@fiveeyes2802]

I love his music so much! I found him through a studio concert uploaded by KEXP. Thanks to NPR. This makes me proud to say I support my local NPR station.

[@woodspriteful]

I found him through Pandora, when Pandora was a thing, then he went off my radar. There's a new documentary about him - Tiger in Paradise.

[@69ridlah]

So magical ✨ staring at the stars to Jose’s music, My feet have left the ground 🧚 ✨🌙

[@ep-oz2uu]

Who’s here in 2024 🎉

[@alejandracabrera1302]

Hi🎉

[@seanrose902]

Here now needing inspiration

[@ashleyhernandez7051]

Me!

[@berlinshoegazer]

Absolutely!!

[@spacebebe1271]

❤

[@HYUHE]

One of my favorite artist to listen to.

[@YOutsider]

as a child in the early 1970s, Jose Gonzalez is the folk music in my dreams of that time.

[@vaninacasco2699]

Que bello Jose...escucharte me recuerda que pertenezco al universo! Gracias!!

[@spiderjerusalem100]

Really beautiful, thank you. Backing vocals guy is the MVP.

[@MazIsProgramming]

This man created my passion for playing guitar and creating music that has a story and a meaning behind it. :)

[@dereknueveuno]

I cloooose my eeeeyes only for a moment and the moment's gone

[@andywyo221]

hahaha exactly what i was thinking... "hello darkness my old friend"

[@Tocy777isback0414]

I was thinking the samee wwwhat :D

[@Tootufftocry]

right

[@danieldelacalle3696]

this version of "with the ink of a ghost" it's wonderful!

[@kimgoodwin9307]

Jose really knows how to make magic with his own unique sound and tiny desk does itself proud xxxxx

[@daevidyggdrasil5723]

Never heard of Nick Drake?

[@LakeLadyOfficial]

beautiful music as always from this talented artist. absolutely loving the layered male harmonies in these

[@susanabastias4136]

Thank you jose, for bringing warm feelings to my heart !

[@monicaromero1474]

I really, really love your music Jose!

[@adrianasimoes5421]

they are all so sweet!

[@levibailey6363]

I have waited so very long to see this one!! Dream come true!

[@felinefox4039]

Wooo! Jose is the BEST! One of the greats

[@felinefox4039]

....and harmonies guys rockin it

[@TheAbslim]

This was very lovely

[@Junipers_Yarden]

Phenomenal ~ so grateful for this music

[@dougtobe4215]

He taps into the universe and it’s soo beautiful

[@aw00gag0rl]

this is so beautiful, It feels like i'm not even in the same world anymore.

[@odonnemt]

5:42 -- chills every time.

[@frantucker608]

Absolutely lovely!

[@Seiosh]

Love love love!!!!!!!!!!

[@anahibetsabe4982]

Ooooooooooh those vocal harmonies ♥

[@pennyhershaw5162]

Just beautiful.

[@adovila]

simplicity reaching perfection

[@ameerahbigo80]

dreamy in every possible way

[@nadyagunawan3078]

A very beautiful live performance! :)

[@orinyoutubes]

So lovely.

[@comatoast5610]

Guy in the beanie needs a hug. I need a hug. I'm coming my sad sad mustachioso.

[@CarrieRyanMusic]

I am so happy he is making music again. This is one of my favorite albums this year.

[@TotalAssBag]

Carrie Ryan He has never stopped making music? if you havent listened to Junip's (his band) stuff then do so imediately! :)

[@CarrieRyanMusic]

Mark, I was under the impression he hasn't released a solo, full-length album since 2007. I will do so immediately, thank you for the recommendation!

[@plumbus_submulp]

Man these sound even better than the album versions! The arrengement in with the ink of a ghost is perfect

[@ultrasupamegaman1144]

Simply Beautiful

[@blinx7]

Such talent ! Really inspiring.

[@morenia20]

love him, I get the same feeling listing to his music to the feeling I get with Silvio Rodríguez.

[@hoppip81]

I absolutely adore him 💙

[@TimTheMusicMan]

'Every Age' is amazing song and message !!!

[@DahVeeDeeOh]

chills at the transition at 5:30 every time.

[@kimsherlock888]

A Wonderful poet with an Orchestra of sound and gently sweet

[@sherrynewington1120]

Thank you for this!! 👏🏻

[@taylorhoensheid1034]

Don't get complacent Jose. Your music is beautiful!! Keep being you!

[@tipsycat27]

So many musicians of this genre are so repetitive. I feel like Jose is one of the few artists who embodies a truly unique edge. Wish more indie/folk musicians were like him. Does anybody have recommendations for similar artists?

[@joshuahreitzel4603]

+Tipsylou Especially with the harmony in this video I think he reminds me a lot of Simon and Garfunkel.

[@Stoufferthecat]

+Tipsylou Fink

[@Rzwerdling]

+Tipsylou try alexi murdoch

[@xavierbond7445]

+Tipsylou Kings of Convience Owen

[@tipsycat27]

thanks everyone, so much new music

[@Nematzi]

Good, peaceful, positive music, made honestly fronm the heart of a simple man with roots in two continents. Goos news for he world.

[@imnotsasya]

how did i just discover him! he is such an amazing songwriter, his songs are amazing and i have no words i

[@donaldramaekers9258]

I wish I could like this a million times.

[@tonio13056]

Gracias a "NPR Music" por este regalo. Uno más

[@petercapella2116]

Music has no borders!

[@kristenjames1919]

i like how his personality and demeanor match his sound.

[@valterspironello3573]

I love it all.

[@scott2603]

If I could like this infinity I would. This man is one of the greatest musicians of our generation. Truly a remarkable song writer. His music has helped me through a lot of hard times. Thank you Mr Gonzales and band. For making such beautiful music .

[@nicoleschart9541]

great version 8.40 min!!! listened so often. its so healing!!!

[@nathanbardellmusic]

Simply amazing

[@aiko-ru8om]

i can't believe how beautiful this is

[@casalgentgrancancastello211]

Philip Glass + Bob Dylan + Simon & Garfunkel = José Gonzalez ❤❤❤❤

[@aFeverishFiend]

Omg exactly! My HS band had a Phillip Glass show for competition one year and we made it to state with that show. Great musical score.

[@andrexadoh]

I feel he has also inserted a bit of Latin American Nuevo canto or what might be called protest music of the 60's-70's from Latin America. Silvio Rodriguez, Pablo Milanes and also a bit of Southern Cone. Victor Jara. There is a guy named Manuel Garcia from Chile. His look reminds me of him.

[@Petrolianzoolbar]

José González is one of the greats :)

[@RiwUrasuk]

How amazing

[@PachaBau5]

I know of Jose because I fell in love with his song on the Red Dead Redemption Soundtrack (So Far Away), and I feel stupid that it took me this long to further explore and appreciate his work.

[@donaldramaekers9258]

Wonderful!

[@raultellegen5512]

Just beautiful...wow...

[@skins7769]

Beautiful

[@igussiaberryshow]

such a good concert !

[@insomniiak]

such a huge fan of josé gonzález !!

[@nickdaboii]

What are your 3 favorite songs?

[@insomniiak]

THERE'S A BUNCH, but crosses, abram,& hints

[@nickdaboii]

Good picks. no heartbeats?

[@insomniiak]

ehhh it's alright

[@jcblebowski]

nick arndt hearbeats was great, but his sound is so different now. I appreciate his new style. I don't think he could play it with as much soul as he once did.