Wilco: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@jeffsmithrealtor]

My Daughter played Wilco for me today. I looked at her and said "Do you know how many Wilco CDs I have?" She said "alot or you wouldnt have said that". Smart ass kid, but I love that she knows and likes Wilco.

[@Stepbackbrick]

very nice jeff!

[@andrewnance2156]

I got introduced to Jethro Tull by a 14 year old today...feels kinda good

[@TimothySharma]

that response was perfect

[@lynni3nyc863]

I assume that it was Yankee Hotel? Let’s introduce her to Joni Mitchell

[@doofdoofdoof..3774]

😂😂😂

[@invictus6592]

My dad would play Wilco in the car every day after he’d pick me up from kindergarten. Their music is some of the first music I ever liked and they’ll always play a big part in my life. Those were the days.

[@calebburkholder4193]

Wilco is very “brought up in America” kind of music. Very nostalgic

[@aprilriddle4740]

The tribe called quest is pretty amazing as well

[@matthewsommerville88]

You have good taste, thank you dad lol. Low end theory!

[@kendrickprevatt7865]

good dad alert

[@williewoodall8305]

That's in a movie...

[@steverok67]

Wilco is, in all likelihood, the greatest band to not have a single hit, in the history of American music.

[@EarthyPoetGrrl]

They are what I call "The musician's musician", I know they have great popularity here in Kansas! But yeah they are hidden gems just like their peers The Jayhawks. ever hear of their supergroup Golden Smog?

[@joedoyle5]

True enough. The Grateful Dead are close, but there was Touch of Grey that hit the charts.

[@tomlampros7122]

@@joedoyle5 it took 25 years to get that hit

[@uncleweed]

@@joedoyle5 yeah great example or should i say "grate" ugh but yes both stellar bands

[@DCMoney96]

Phish needs to be in the conversation as well

[@jimatron369]

Wow.. my buddy told me about these guys like 15 years ago.. tried listening and didn’t get it. There are stages in life when your just not ready for something. Just tuned in to check it out, and couldn’t leave. By the end, nothing but smiles, thanks Wilco. True joy

[@andiggidyswig8097]

You should reach out to your old buddy and let him know that both your brain and your ears have evolved

[@samboss6671]

Same experience

[@Matsoni85]

Thats the best way

[@LifebyMikeG]

this is just the best thing in life

[@MrDharampaaji]

You have some great taste in music. What all music do you guys listen to? A lot of neo-soul too i think? I hear a lot of great music in your videos!

[@ShanOakley]

I love you man.

[@tx59hooligan]

Samantha fish

[@esaltes]

nefarious hawthorn phish phish

[@yvindh6737]

Wilco and sourdogh!

[@scottEhall3]

"You have to learn how to die if you wanna wanna be alive" One of my favorite lyrics ever

[@uberjam-sam8512]

Yep me too

[@NorthWriter]

Man, Glenn can play ANYTHING and make it sound good. He's an amazing drummer. And I love the fact that he has no problem playing something really simple if that's what the song calls for (which is the best quality of any drummer).

[@stevetrivago]

NorthWriter well said...

[@mrmele]

I've seen the band on Wednesday and completely agree. To see Glenn on the drumkit is absolutely fascinating. A wonderful drummer!

[@suburbanindie]

Honestly they didn't even need a drummer for this show. If they're not going to give him anything to work with and put him so low in the mix/not mic him, what's the point?

[@pegmarinello3188]

@@suburbanindie i think the precision, minimal as it is, would be missed in this set. He seems perfectly content, even enjoying the novel kit he's working with.

[@pegmarinello3188]

@@suburbanindie🤔 i meant percussion .

[@jamesdixon2338]

I listen to this about once a month and ten years later it hasn't aged a day.

[@jameswilliams2494]

This tiny desk was so influential to me as a musician. It got me into Wilco and tiny desk. I think maybe the most meaningful music video for me ever.

[@irrelevantsuggestions4372]

That first track, the bass line in the chorus and the whole thing are just complete bliss. The melody is so endearing.

[@SpelllMe]

Yeah! I just love that bass!

[@zoiringgo23]

Their song Whole Love gets me everytime. Wilco is one of the best bands ever.

[@charlesgarner1808]

I remember that feeling. A buddy of mine came over and said "You have to hear this!" He put on Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and we listened to the whole thing, start to finish. It is my all-time favorite album to this day. If you're looking for a good starting point, that is the album I would recommend.

[@uncleweed]

the "raw" files of the Conet project documenting all the shortwave radio numbers stations in itself is super weird/cool listening

[@ZeligUbique]

Being There is not to be missed

[@PerryCuda]

Uh uh. Being There is a masterpiece. Ignoring that double album would be like ignoring Basement Tapes, London Calling, and Exile on Main St. and saying "yea, I really like The Band, Clash, and Stones."

[@tmcdon]

I had NO IDEA who Wilco was before I watched this video. This is f%*king AWESOME!!! The band, the idea, you gotta love NPR and what you are doing with the series is cool beyond words. Beautiful to see.

[@nataliewebster1520]

Good on you

[@steinert77]

This is easily the best KZbin comment of the 2010s. I can't believe I haven't seen it until now. Cheers!

[@mschottelk]

God love for figuring it out!

[@jessek437]

Nels Cline. John Stirratt. Glenn.. They are all so fantastic together. I feel very lucky to be alive in this time to see this. Thank You Jeff and Wilco. ♡

[@patrickhawkinson8399]

There has never been another rock band who can manage to present such dynamic songs with acoustic instruments as Wilco can. Each member plays a role in the overall sound with no egos in sight.

[@ChachiGuitarYT]

What a fancy drum kit.

[@____________5956]

Pero si son los chachis

[@timelessdoublenickel3751]

worthy of the genius

[@houndsofvalor]

I have that same kit!!

[@isaaclinares3689]

@@____________5956 ola chachi xdd

[@kevinmccarthy5693]

I've never heard these guys before (of course, I'm ancient!), but I really enjoyed their music and their performance. The jazz guitar and oddball percussion truly adds excellent textures to the songs. I think this concert has made me a fan.

[@pegmarinello3188]

I agree. I was watching a tweedy video when wilco was suggested. The band name wilco was familiar, but this was the first time i watched one of their videos. I turned 60 yesterday (creeping up on ancient) And will certainly look for more Wilco. I think it will be a great way to start the day.

[@PeteD1884]

The Tiny Desk Concert series is absolutely amazing.

[@photopicker]

Not to discount Wilco but that humble guy in the background second from the right is the legendary experimental jazz guitarist Nels Cline.

[@souvlaki9951]

HOLY SHIT

[@mickeycoldcuts1919]

He’s unbelievable (ie Impossible Germany) but goes to show you the pull of Tweedy leading the band.

[@benmoore701]

He has always been their guitar man as far as I knew. Totally underrated in rock n roll, but anyone good is nowadays

[@Odb718]

and you're SURE that's not Alex Cline???

[@brownkemosabe]

@@mickeycoldcuts1919 phenomenally talented

[@mattydigs]

Made me smile when he hit those high notes perfect on 'Whole Love'

[@jameskelly6010]

dawned on me - 0:10 whole love - 4:17 born alone - 9:10 war on war - 14:27

[@erikai1817]

Thank you.✌🏻❤️

[@UshClips]

Have a Great day ❤️❤️

[@19josh77]

Ty

[@redadamearth]

"The Whole Love" album was just a masterpiece. It doesn't get enough credit in their discography. It was an incredibly inspired set of songs and the best thing since "YHF" or "Being There", IMO. You could tell during that whole period of promoting the album and playing shows that Tweedy was really happy with that record.

[@antonjw]

When I listen to some of these songs played live, as per this set, I think I could easily agree. I never liked the production on that record, though. I think that's what put me off, and those songs went past me until lately. Think they recaptured their recording mojo with Star Wars & Schmilco (particularly), though.

[@WatchOutForSpidersMan]

That’s what I’m saying, half the songs are insanely fun to listen to, The whole love, dawned on me, I might, Standing O and then the other half are slow artistic masterpieces

[@sewbizar1]

Lived down the street from Bob & JoAnn Tweedy. Lucked out one spring day & caught the Wilco crew playing wiffle ball in the street. Jeff was gracious enough to autograph my copy of the A.M. cd jacket. That was 1996. My daughter was 7 years old. Now she is a budding folk artist. At the time she had no idea what she was gifted by Jeff. Now at 23 she's a bonafide fan!

[@watergirlflorida]

That little girl in the front row is so freaking lucky... you KNOW this will impact her life forever in such a positive way! ♥ #justsaying

[@holskitchenCanada]

I love this so much. Their little bouncing movements keeping time makes it feel so intimate.

[@windinwheel]

War on War FTW!! That sounded FANTASTIC!! My favorite band, and rightfully so, tearing it up! Love these guys!!

[@mori1166]

I've been young I've been old I've been hurt and consoled Heart of coal Heart of gold So I'm told I've been lost I've been found I've been taken by the sound My own worries and voices in my head I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me Every night Is a test To the east From the west The sun rises And it sets As the sun At its best I forget That I know I regret Letting you go Sometimes I can't believe How dark it can be But I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me Dawned on me So far And so forth And again I will stop To begin at the end I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me

[@reinpost]

Wonderful. These guys owe a lot to the Rutles. (This is just an observation. I truly like the Rutles. Oh, and I am the walrus is in here, too, of course.)

[@michaeldematteis3409]

Beautiful

[@SteveHewittMusic]

Brilliant song

[@swanpond14]

Saw them live in Nashville a couple weeks or so ago and I have to admit, they are the best band i've ever seen live. Please, everyone, if you get the chance, go see this band!

[@the_g9456]

I'm just seeing this after 11 years. Magic! Love these guys.

[@VirmanaMarketing]

Mandatory NELS!!!! One of the best guitarist ever The solo on “Born Alone” is one of the best sequences ever... feels hopeful and alive just incredible

[@ians.3507]

This rendition of Whole Love is phenomenal…

[@djharp51]

Just love the notion of 6 guys with nothing better to do than gettin' together and revisiting a bedrock environment with some heartfelt tunes of their own making.

[@caitommi]

why does this band always leave me feeling nostalgic

[@cowsgomooo]

I love them but sometimes it hurts to listen to them. They're the only band that makes me feel melancholy but joyous at the same time. It's hard to listen to them...

[@gaulpict]

Maybe the denim?

[@allanfreiman4642]

It’s real music. And it’s real!

[@anthonypecora5005]

I'm glad there are still bands like Wilco and Old '97s around.

[@ncmonnin]

You should check out Twin Peaks, a bunch of twenty somethings from Chicago, if you don't already know them. You might like them.

[@seancoyne3261]

I ran into the lead for the old 97’s in an airport once. He was very warm and nice. And appreciated that I recognized him, genuinely. Wilco is the best band playing anywhere. Tweedy is odd and so talented, I do love the toy sized drum set too.

[@Dottyeyes]

Just love seeing all these informal, sorta intimate concerts! Thanks again, NPR, and all the musicians who agree to do these!

[@paulcolson3220]

Saw them a on a moonlit night outside at Avondale Brewery in Birmingham AL recently with the smoke from Saw’s BBQ next door drifting over the stage. Inspired night for the little crowd and the band I think. Always great. Always Wilco.

[@Andycannonmusic]

I love this. Those melodic bass lines! Such good songwriting.

[@andrewnance2156]

What makes these guys so great for me...for the last 16 years it seems like they write songs for me to hear and discover.

[@tommyharmon214]

Wilco always makes me feel I’m living my best life

[@jdion79]

i'm 39 years old and only discovered the glory of wilco last year. better late than never but i feel like of missed out on so much.

[@davidryan7386]

I felt that way nearly 10 years late to radiohead!!!! Finally caught up with bail to thief :-(

[@dukeon]

Now you’re 45. Sorry ☹️. At least Wilco is still making albums!

[@stevemelling9438]

Love these Tiny Desk mini-sessions. It shows what the artists are like as people. JT comes over very well.

[@WSHoffman49]

"Now, let's trash this dump!" The last soundbite heard at the end of this video. I've probably only just focused on this for the first time since listening to this performance over and over.

[@litosvaca7]

desktop percussions!!! :) jihijhij... I am thrilled and delighted. Two thumbs up to fellow percussionist, the lack for space for the propper drumset opened enough room for creativity and innovation. Way to go!

[@Thimble996]

Really, one of my favorite bands ever, love the storyteller vibe and love npr even more now that they hosted this .. great band

[@evaldinhoneto]

I can't stop thinking about how this day was probably one of the best days in these people's lives.

[@dukeon]

Heaven is where the radio station just plays Wilco, Nick Drake, and the Beatles for eternity. There a very few bands I can listen to almost constantly and not need a break for awhile to re-appreciate. Obviously Wilco are one of them.

[@BusterBluePanda]

This band is one of the reasons I started my music career.

[@BaktaBak3]

Don't know how many times I've listend to this ......Just LOVE IT ! ! ! !

[@Sidoriak]

Glen playing a cupcake and someone's Bento box while they are at a meeting is priceless. I wish he could take a call on that phone thingy while he's playing.

[@samye8571]

Tiny Desk Concert - The celebration of triumphs of music experence. Everyboy's music. Everyday's music. Thanks.

[@Treesandink]

Wilco kick ass! love the sound of the guitars and of course jeff's voice is incredible as always

[@fortheloveofthesound]

Love the way Jeff looks back and smiles during the guitar solo.

[@Bubby-vc5fv]

That is one of the most amazing bass tones I have ever heard!

[@jessek437]

Yes! Very Wild Honey Beach Boys

[@Griffano-Bertaluchi]

Ive just realised that this is one of my favourite gigs on youtube. Been listening to this for years and keep coming back to it.

[@wolfmannoon]

I love the band. Makes me want to pick up my acoustic guitar again.

[@samlandowski5185]

Basically making this comment so I can use it later, but hopefully it comes in use to other people. Dawned on me: 00:00 Whole Love: 04:17 Mid-set banter: 08:05 Born Alone: 09:10 War On War: 13:51

[@c.r.b.5086]

Man just found this, feels like I’ve met an old friend whew. Thanks Wilco

[@alexanderadams5576]

I felt the same way when I found them! Have you explored their other stuff? They’re fantastic.

[@donniemaxwell1929]

These Guys are an awesome band

[@BLByline]

Great bassist, tight harmonies, strong songwriting, and just a really fun little performance from a good band I've never really listened to before. I like the descending to chaos ending on Born Alone. Reminds me of the "everybody's gone nuts" part of "I am the Walrus." Now I gotta find more Wilco music.

[@DonnaHargis2]

Excellent, beautiful, lovely. Made my night to stumble upon this. Saw em' back in 96' at the Coach House. Just fantastic live.

[@esposoman]

Last year Wilco played in Barcelona, in a big theatre where only operas and classical concerts are allowed. (Liceu theatre) I guess that promoter knew that Wilco fans could stand in their sits enjoying the show without destroying the place. Wilco is the one and only rock band who have played there. Full respect for them and their fans (BTW Nels Cne is one of he best guitar player I've heard in years)

[@lianneolsen6359]

What an Amazing treat for Music Lovers everywhere ~ NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert ROCKS ! Love Love Love Wilco's Choice of Songs here !!

[@alisononeil198]

I just love how Wilco sounds. straight up.

[@andrewnance2156]

Enjoyed them for many years. Albums are great. Dudes are normal. Just really good musicians that got together. They did it for us to listen to

[@theaquasushi]

Best tiny concert ever.

[@TheOneCleanHippy]

Saw these guys at Gathering of the Vibes. The bands before them were psychedelic jam bands. The bands after them were psychedelic jam bands. They did not fit in at all. I was tripping my face off and when they came on, I immediately went to sleep on the lawn. After they were done, I woke up. It was absolutely perfect.

[@babyfacetheduo5646]

They used just about every inch of that tiny desk. Awesome performance!

[@zachmasterzach]

wow that was actually one of the best versions of "War on War" they've done!

[@liljgoneman9765]

Coolest "casual day" at any office anywhere EVER!!!!!!!!

[@logancudd7030]

liljgoneman

[@vAbsolution]

When they play it with the rest of the songs in this set, War On War sounds like it could have fit on The Whole Love perfectly. So fun to watch these guys play.

[@TheCrssouza]

fantastic band. just saw them 3 times in south america and cannot get enough

[@tachycardia2224]

Nice man. Could you pick a favorite out of those three shows? I'm curious because I assume the setlists must've been near-identical. What a phenomenal live act!

[@TheCrssouza]

I went to Rio, the 1st one in Sao Paulo and Buenos Aires. Definitely, the one in Rio was the best. The crowd was really mad, singing guitar parts and all. one of the best shows ever!

[@ArabXian]

Incredible talent. We're blessed to be witnesses of such greatness.

[@marthalutz6658]

Music videos make it a little easier to get through this period of "social distancing". Thank you Wilco!

[@DonovanPete]

I heard the band's name a few times and I never got the chance to listen to them. When I first heard this performance some years back, it really made me appreciate them a whole lot more.

[@xxturbodonk555xx]

Probably one of my favorite Tiny Desk Concerts of all time.They sound 10 times better than any of their albums here.

[@AmericanWatchdog]

I'll never get tired of Wilco. Fan since Lounge Ax was around...

[@roberth1553]

that bass is so lively. Stirratt son...you're a genius

[@gassm]

killing it even in the office...soooo good... love the drum kit

[@boomgag]

woke up today hating everything, nice to stumble upon something I love

[@ukesruletheydo]

Never listened to Wilco till now....(better late than NEVER !) Happen to just LOVE their stuff....MANNN !

[@Hunter-nl9bl]

love little drum kit so amazing

[@MrZipdang]

Absolutely in awe of these guys. Such a wonderful group sound, playing with the absolute basics!

[@andrewmassey7456]

I never listened to this band, but then I found this girl. Looks like I have some time to make up for.

[@hawkcobo]

i have been watching this over and over, Love it.

[@kennethfriedman6795]

I must be responsible for 15% of the views on here. Can't stop. So good.

[@tjschultz85]

I'm responsible for another 15%

[@josephwhen363]

. . . and I, another 15.

[@kennethfriedman6795]

@@josephwhen363 still on this ... can't let go!

[@GospelGrooveRecords]

Well...I'm back here again :) This set never gets old. Still loving it!

[@lauriearchambault8018]

Don't think I have ever seen Jeff look so happy.

[@uncleweed]

yeah dude has had a weird/wild/tough go of it in stretches - did you read his auto-bio?

[@Steve-uv9kb]

Total definition of a band - all playing to serve the song. Special shout out to Glenn - it defies description all the nuance he adds.

[@TheeDavidDee]

I'm not even a Wilco fan and I love this.

[@TheJimmyNathan]

I never seen wilco live. AM album made me want to play guitar. Before i knew it, few lessons, and i was jammin on ''box full of letters''. I love this band and love it even better when a bands latest album is better than any others they have put out. Shows you the band loves what they do.....thank you wilco

[@ChezDecko]

see them live. you fool!

[@adders45]

Well, that was feckin awesome eh? I would love to play in this band.

[@tolbydamit]

If you don't hit your mark, Jeff Tweedy beats you.

[@gattart]

Being beaten by Jeff Tweedy with that Gibson J-200 acoustic guitar would pretty well be the highlight of my career as a musician...

[@TheWarrior74]

One of my favorite tiny desks. I keep coming back

[@CollinKovac]

Tweeds lookin happy!!

[@spm08588]

amazing musicians! ...and recorded so every instrument is distinguishable!! NAILED IT! Indeed!

[@kevinkraczkowski9616]

The guys in Wilco seem to genuinely like each other's company.

[@scottdavis0801]

There whole love set list, War on War! Some of my favorites by Wilco!!

[@phizekes7162]

Wilco is one of the voices of today that are not afraid to sing out against all of the BS in the world toeartfelt performance.

[@avavincent9481]

Proud Boomer here. It's only been this past year that I have really got to know these guys, heard of them but now I can say I've heard about all of it several times over, yep they're pretty dang good ✌️

[@Chris_Mann_2020]

I have never before felt an almost irresistible urge to brush another mans hair.

[@gavin3468]

***** yeah he kind of looks and sings like and Irish wolf hound

[@stan.hubbard]

you havnt seen my hair.

[@stuartmcgill6800]

Hobie chic apparently. Apparently. I've never had the urge to reply to such a ridiculous comment son. Apparently😎

[@stuartmcgill6800]

Hoboe ha lol

[@OrcsBR]

It dawned on you, then

[@keegjamesblood]

Nothing brings me more joy than Jeff and the band. This is awesome.