Glen Hansard: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@HunterBlairAmbrose]

I can't quite put my finger on it, but Glen's music speaks to me in a way that none other can or has before. He just has that way of getting under your skin. You can feel every ounce of emotion that he puts into his work, it's on his face and it's in his voice constantly. Magical.

[@ancientslav4863]

I have basically a similar guitar, TAN-15C. Can anybody please tell me the strings he uses?

[@heloisagama]

THIS!!!!!!

[@tylerely4086]

Look up Sturgill Simpson. He’s been added to my list with Glen.

[@ritamills3417]

There's something special about Irish musicians. He's a true poet. ❤

[@loganoleary6950]

Now this here is a musician.

[@douglasrichards6123]

I freakin love this guys music! Nothin but respect Glenn!

[@ancientslav4863]

I have basically a similar guitar, TAN-15C. Can anybody please tell me the strings he uses?

[@gstessevi]

Bird of Sorrow, an absolute masterpiece

[@thedappercook]

Incredible isnt it!

[@paullangley6280]

So much better than the album version.

[@Fizzure3000]

@@paullangley6280 I would say the album version is equally as good, one of those times where the feeling on the song gets through in both versions

[@benjaminsergeant438]

This song is incredible.

[@PabloGarcia-cb8eo]

You know, I saw him perform recently and he played this song. He explained that it is a song he dedicated to his mother after his dad passed away, hoping she would find someone else to be happy with. Unrelated to the song, he continued to say that during the pandemic her mom got sick and passed too (not from COVID). She never found another partner unfortunately. When he found out, he was touring and decided to catch a ferry that took him from France (where he was at the moment) to where her mom was. While on the ferry, he went to the upper deck, and it was only him. He told the audience that he spotted a big beautiful bird was following the ferry, flying right above it, at the same speed. He was surprised because he never saw something like that. He looked up and thought his mom was saying goodbye to him, and out of nowhere the bird took a huge dump just on him. He told the audience, "yeah that definitely was mom" and the name of the song made even more sense after his experience. There are more details I might have ommitted but that was the gist of the story. Almost had the audience crying after he performed. It is such a beautiful song

[@TheGammaQuadrant]

Glen Hansard was born to write musical poetry. This man truly has God-given talent and we are all blessed to be around to hear his music.

[@AmierWewo91]

thank you Sufjan Stevens, Gregory Alan Isakov, Glen Hansard, Father John Misty, Damien Rice,Patrick Watson for the astounding music u guys created

[@TheAlDante]

He gives so much to every performance. I well up with tears every time. What an artist

[@edelkirke9330]

so much

[@charlesdoherty9879]

Passionate at his craft , an Irish musical legend love the man 👍

[@kristianstokke9321]

You and me both.

[@diarmuidring5546]

Dublin legend, a songwriter for every generation. For the lovers, the heartbroken & everyone in between.

[@charlesdoherty9879]

Diarmuid Ring , he is all of that and more my friend ☘️

[@aloneonatrain]

Tiny Desk Concerts are one of the greatest things in my life.

[@RD-ds2cc]

Same, same.

[@housedubs1]

I think he really means it when he sings, "I'm not leaving you here!" I believe you, brother!

[@PabloGarcia-cb8eo]

I am finally going to see Glen perform in person. There are extremely few artists that put their heart into their music like he does and I cannot wait to see him do exactly that

[@Sueshetlandsoon]

How does he do it? So real and raw and heartfelt. He's genius and I fall a little more in love with him each time I hear him sing. Unbelievable!

[@2011ukluk]

His guitar to me is symbolic to clinging on to an old thought of someone with whom he was deeply in love. This could really explain the melancholy and pain in his voice.

[@jimjustjim976]

This guy relives the words he sings. So much authentic emotion.

[@Natterzful]

Still in awe of the talent that pours out of this man.

[@aceominous]

Ive listened to bird of sorrow a hundren times, but that version just blew my mind.

[@blakearmijo1]

"Hangin on" God damn boy's got soul

[@yourturn777]

I think its waaaay too screamish

[@joanjacobson-zamore3976]

Glen Hansard leaves behind a sweet taste of his art made by a true craftsman.

[@lovesallweneed]

Whats not to like about Hansard? Remarkable in his minimalist ways and then suddenly pelts it out. Divine.

[@cloudydays17]

If only I could live the way glen hansard sings. So much passion.

[@facticemusic]

The world stops around me when I listen to that guy !

[@andysgrl33]

Been lucky enough to see him live twice and both times it was a beautiful magical experience, he’s so talented and surrounds himself with talented people who enjoy playing music as much as he does.

[@curting2000]

Bird of Sorrow - heard it so many times, but still gets me every time! Bearing it all!

[@anamago6842]

I just love this blessed voice, for what he says and how he says it... long life to human spirit! x

[@dadleighordasleighor6170]

Wow!!!!!! Isn't even enough to explain how I feel!!!' Amazing

[@lesliehernandez8550]

Wow, haven’t heard his music for a while! Thank you for re-introducing him to me :)

[@Javif25]

I really can't stop commenting in all his videos.. I am truly in love with this man and everytime I watch him I fall even more in love with him! I've never seen anyone sing like Glen... He's just full of emotion and reaches perfection everytime he opens his mouth and plays his guitar

[@iTomAnks]

I haven't listened to Glen for a long time, this brings back memories

[@LizardLoungeRadio]

Brilliant! Absolute stunning performance!

[@calebsnoke]

There is so much experience here...

[@calebsnoke]

You can see the memories creeping in at the end, memories of the last time he played Tiny Desk..

[@fennec3x5]

I've seen Glen 3 times in the last two years and can't wait to make it a fourth this June! He puts such amazing energy and emotion into his shows; it's almost like being hypnotized for two hours.

[@meridithstoneman6119]

My number one artist since I first saw him at the 930 Club in 2012. Every show is different and an absolute delight. Brilliant!

[@Vitienes19]

Glenn Hansard lives the music and touches your heart. Love his lyrics about live and love; a thrue songwriter. This mini concert makes me feel weepy and joyfull. He's blessed xx

[@robertbradford9828]

Excellent Glen, as always...

[@mikelamson4106]

Wow, this is just how a solo singer/guitarist should sound. Lucia in particular is just powerful.

[@luciajorge4977]

Did he ever release that song?

[@ronandonnelly1]

@@luciajorge4977 yes on his most recent album as your hearts not in it

[@Ponyup1457]

Glen Hansard I just discovered your music! The timing is perfect. Thank you🔥💜🌺

[@oohvahvu]

Thanks a million, Glen, NPR and The Tiny Desk People.

[@behnamfarahani3286]

I love you brother , I live with your songs

[@MrPittsSox]

His heart IS in it!

[@SingSurfStrum]

that soul and instrument have given so much of themselves and moved so many in their performane. Inspiring

[@blacknessg]

WOW I HAVE MISSED THIS VOICE

[@harvardmurrayinc]

always amazing

[@MarufRayhan375]

Hatz off to Glen! Itz just mesmerizing to see someone who pours every bit of soul into every song!! Thats amusing!!!

[@MrWitmis]

Superb! Fantastic! Absolutely great music and and absolutely great musician. Thank you for your music.

[@gv7060]

This Men is just way too amazing..... WOW.

[@nickthenab1]

got to see him perform some of these songs last year in Raleigh, NC. It was an amazing concert!

[@luiscanifru]

This gentleman helped me with his music in my 20s.

[@S4MST3R2001]

Urmm, 0:00 to 21:56 is perfection.

[@mikemurray517]

God given talent personified.

[@Yesica1993]

You are so lucky! I wish I could tell him thanks for his great music and performance style. He's wonderful!

[@karengeorge9506]

Such heartfelt music. I am enriched.

[@minersapronmusic180]

what a wonderful person and musician!

[@gregoryslim6148]

Beautiful, soulful, hopeful!

[@susionbigtour]

Oh my heart is so much in it, Glen!

[@storyinternships9636]

That's his most intense rendition of Bird of Sorrow. OMG amazing!

[@nielsjesld]

I loved the tiny desk concert of Swell Season! This is just what I've been waiting for 👌🏼

[@Theteentitan2]

Gives me chills. AMAZING !

[@ananouar81]

Fascinating!

[@MrWitmis]

Total passion and perfection.

[@071949]

Long live npr music! The "Tiny Desk" concerts are some of the best "stuff" on KZbin. 09/19/2013

[@bullockphoto]

Absolutely phenomenal.

[@Diana-lg5bc]

Wow its been so long 🤧 Im EXCITED for his new stuff

[@ruthligaya]

HE'S BACK!! :D he's still not thought to replace that wonderful guitar of his though :L

[@Hephaistos51413]

Glen Hansard makes me happy.

[@KitchAnnette]

Love Glen! He's amazing.

[@1994savvas]

The first song is a rare case for Glen Hansard where the acoustic version doesn't do it justice. The studio arrangement is so well made with the amazing bassline, the vocal harmonies and the guitar solos.

[@SophieMayLove]

I know there is so much I wanted to say but I was shy and just asked for a hug and told him I really enjoyed the show

[@michaeldemarco1170]

Absolute masterclass.

[@two10eleven]

My blood pressure rose when I just saw his name come across my RSS feed... He's a Tiny Desk Concert legand...

[@jurejo]

Aaaaah, true poet! Honestly, this guy is amazing.

[@PazContigo]

Setlist: 1.) "Love Don't Leave Me Waiting" 0:00 2.) "Bird Of Sorrow" 4:22 3.) "Come Away To The Water" 9:29 4.) "Lucia" 13:22 5.) "The Song Of Good Hope" 17:51 There you go.

[@womanatwittsend]

He does have a new guitar. But his bond with what I like to think of as "The Holy One" I imagine is a strong one. I will find it a sad day when it is permanently retired. Lord but the places he and that guitar have been!

[@ZeriMelodik]

Great and Wonderful. I LOVE IT.

[@何楽勳]

his heart is in it

[@MrCaptaincro]

The whole video is PERFECTION !

[@Teona.aka.Maria.Tureschi]

Wonderful ! Thanks.

[@Sueshetlandsoon]

Ha, that explains it, jealous maybe....Lol! Can't wait to see Glen Hansard in the fall. Thansk again for sharing.

[@olgamingos]

Amazing how after few years song "Lucia" is on his solo album!

[@iLinusification]

Good film, Glen is golden.

[@AndiJetaime]

How on earth did I not see this till now?! *swoon*

[@isabellabretz]

I am in L.O.V.E with Bird of Sorrow. Addictive.

[@jaymmao]

The best songwriter this days..!

[@myphilic]

How can someone dislike this.

[@SophieMayLove]

0:00 to 21:56 is perfection

[@brenn.1757]

Brilliant!

[@EvanArchambo]

As soon as I saw that NPR uploaded this on my feed, I started yelling "YESS. YEESSSS!!"

[@CueSportTV]

The man has so much passion his TDC with marketa irglova is my favourite ever and this ranks close

[@Yesica1993]

Haha! I love that he has gray in it now. Aw!

[@joseg6142]

can you get him back for his new album. love this channel.

[@bestyixuan]

I can't help but say that I have seen a kind of musical purity in him

[@the_walkin_dude]

Can we please get Damien Rice in here? That would be awesome

[@justin.evans66]

Creates new playlist: OMG!

[@ethanrobinson246]

The song is "Love Don't Keep Me Waiting"

[@danno1111]

Some definite Van Morrison vibes... the first song reminded of "Sweet Thing" right away.

[@eliberdinner4808]

Until I saw Glen I thought only Van could get away with those nonsense "nyah nyahhh" syllables. Love it.

[@pieterkennes7181]

Eli Berdinner who?

[@dreamqueen5]

Haha good one

[@rasputinsghost]

love that he does it on a Mya-Moe Baritone Ukulele

[@tinag7790]

Phenomenal sound! It must be the broken guitar ;)

[@JonStratford1234]

Glen Hansard shared a bit of his soul with Chris Stapleton.

[@rymbachetarzi9415]

magnifique!!!!

[@ianforster9143]

How can he still sing like that?

[@Joeyd123abc2]

Fantastic technique is how

[@coldminded21]

i wish i could see here Damien Rice :l To fulfill my dream - and coldplay :) and dan mangan :)

[@shafiqaffandi6449]

you got what you wished for!