Brittany Howard: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

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[@Thierrytito]

Yeah yeah yeah yeah baby simple but incredibly ❤❤❤

[@Thierrytito]

Dance style

[@Thierrytito]

Yo the difference cause mais white, that's one of reasons the USA don't call me

[@Thierrytito]

I began work the title Dunes almost the album out world and sincerely to compose Dunes and over my head it's a gift of lord❤❤❤

[@BeverlyAPearce]

Beautiful music ❤

[@bigPPprincess]

Brittany's mouth alone has enough soul for the entire world. We blessed.

[@samuelhinshelwoodjr]

well said

[@Ashien22]

we blessed we blessed we blessed.

[@beejeez8631]

Also the bass player grooving in the pocket...

[@DPerez3573]

AMEN

[@Projacked1]

@@beejeez8631 also that drummer,.....he's smooth man. Excellent!

[@LboroWick]

As usual, NPR ruin my Spotify music experience with superior live performances recorded with amazing skill.

[@kaylagoudy9841]

I felt that on a different level.

[@NRQ-zv5bp]

👏👏

[@jencurtis4627]

I've listened to "Stay High" 100 times on the album. Watched this and felt like I was hearing it for the first time.

[@willobs5895]

Npr just needs their own spotify.

[@yveqeshy]

riiiiight? so often i end liking the live version on tiny desk so much more than the recorded one

[@melognaohmatic2088]

She’s wearing a cape because she’s a queen. She’s so amazing.

[@karenstark9235]

a queen. and a superhero!

[@julslatt6294]

She royalty!! 👑💜

[@douglaswilliams6783]

Shes a big red elephant who's sensitive about her weight.

[@bhathornbarnes]

I had a rollover accident on December 26, 2023 and my car was a total loss. Brittany’s cd was left in my stereo and I just heard Stay High on a TV commercial and it took me a week to remember her name so that I could find the music on her albums again. I’m so emotional right now I could cry. Thank God I’m still here alive and able to see hear and enjoy my music. ❤

[@desiree2desire]

I was just in an accident earlier this month and Brittnay brings me comfort as well. I hope you healed and are doing great!❤

[@CADsAnonymous]

❤️‍🩹

[@aprilsunshine7565]

🙏💛✨💛✨🦋🍃🦋✨💛

[@dinah259]

Reading this even months later just warmed my heart. Thank you for sharing

[@Hsquared1000]

@@desiree2desireGodbless you I’m glad you’re still here ❤

[@malcolmking-harris5106]

So by the dislikes I now know there are 171 people that hate life itself!!! Brittany Howard is the absolute TRUTH!!!

[@BellTunnel]

She’s gonna turn into one of our generation’s greatest songwriters. What a sense of harmony!

[@cegr76]

Gonna?

[@JesseLyons1951]

Her delivery is so captivating, I never want her sound to end. I want more more and more of her music my 16, 13, 8,6 LOOOVE HER, her BAND, sound!

[@katmarie5607]

@@JesseLyons1951I saw her live once. It was electric. Many of us were on our feet the entire concert.

[@evelinmoreno4560]

the way she physically expresses herself while singing, you can really tell she puts her heart into these songs

[@themiserychick9219]

Ikr that's so accurate

[@bbundy1983]

Agreed. I like to watch her sing as much as i like to listen to her voice

[@timothy8017]

I picked up a guitar. When I was first 57. Now I'm 58. Not good. But you're still inspiring me. Thanks baby!

[@MrsCrazyrange]

This is criminally under-watched.

[@wilbrown2887]

It should be a civic duty like voting to watch this

[@tomjah]

Agreed. Sorry for being late. But I'm gonna do my best from now on.

[@davidurciuoli8594]

Britney Howard was interviewed on NPR Fresh Air so that brought me here.

[@WORMbig56]

You ain't lied!! I'm mad I'm 4yrs late. They don't ever promote real music!

[@peacetea1001]

Her music just makes me tear up because the music sounds like it’s saying “good job. Good work today. You worked so hard and I’m proud of you. You earned it. *pats on back* “ that’s the vibes I get from listening to her music

[@Glim246]

You DID work so hard today and you did good work and you SHOULD be proud. We should all feel that way every day if we are doing the best we can.

[@ClauRAR]

Same, same...going home feeling good vibes after fighting the good fight 🍥

[@A.ChristopherJohnson]

Word Up

[@flogillard713]

i belive that's called soul

[@jesseprovence2794]

You said it perfectly. 👏

[@kikko422]

This sounds like an actual record. Their voices are beautiful.

[@martin-__-]

H B imo this sounds better than the studio recordings

[@ktownshutdown21]

@@martin-__- It was the same with Alabama Shakes too; I guess normal mortal studios just can't handle Queen Brittany 👸🏾

[@martin-__-]

@@ktownshutdown21 amen

[@HumbleAstronaut]

@@ktownshutdown21 i got more too lol

[@Lateralus14]

The sound people and mixing for the NPR Tiny Desk recordings are top notch. Check out anything from this series; they're all fantastic.

[@judyjetson686]

Whoever is doing sound for TDC is f’n amazing. Give them a raise.

[@Jalegre]

Yoda A.K.A. Josh Rogosin, he's been doing the mix for years and he's got it down to a science. Believe me, trying to get the sound from this sort of style of recording is hard work!

[@rolandneal9519]

Donate/Pledge to NPR and maybe they can

[@the13rook]

Yo! For real, it is amazing how he does his mix compared to some of these "sound people out there" lol

[@jas_bataille]

I really wouldn’t worry about his pay. He’s the sole mix engineer beyond the second biggest music catalogue channel after Vevo. Trust me : I work in this industry. His pay is very likely much above yours and I too. And it’s an almost everyday gig? Jeez Sure it’s a public radio but they got the funds mate trust me they can’t do this sort of thing with like, magic in the air tbh

[@proptart333]

I couldn't agree more!!! They are ALWAYS on point.

[@EricG-bv2ui]

when someone brings an entourage of musicians to a tiny desk show, you know they love and care for the quality of their songs.

[@zachp5701]

Eric G if you’re gonna do it, go do it right!! Everyone lookin slick too

[@evahinterlach6485]

Not only is she an amazing singer/ songwriter, she has a huge personality. She was destined to do this

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

this is voice right here

[@jody024]

A Voice, a smile, and personality, she's got it all! Brittany is beautiful!

[@tsietsipesa1817]

I love your name

[@Jamjunkie]

okay.

[@robertgranat9185]

“Stay High” is such a gleeful, sunny piece of art. It puts me in an incredibly peaceful place.

[@ellisgill1337]

And she sung tf out of it

[@doopeedoo]

Robert Granat same. I feel better after hearing it

[@topazfire974]

I just want to move there and live there forever

[@adwagmusic]

I love that steady steady bass fabulousness!

[@amirsalaam3570]

Truth

[@MzKegz]

The Minute she sang " iiiiiiiiiiiiii alred...." ..... i hit that like button so fast

[@jinxisinsane]

Me too. Thank god for tiny desk 😍

[@funclaysculptures3758]

Never heard of Brittany Howard before. I'm SO blown away. I felt this whole performance all the way through me.

[@brandyscott52]

Look up "Hold On" by Alabama Shakes and get what made me fall in love. She moves me to tears

[@christiancampbell4940]

Alabama Shakes Brother !!

[@crystalwalsh3818]

Alabama shakes im just making sure you've found now also!!

[@diva70smusic]

@@christiancampbell4940 You took the words out of my mouth!!

[@biancaaguilar4032]

Sameeeee

[@jjaniero]

she has IT, is one of the greatest of the greats, in a league with sarah vaughn, janis, ella, billie holiday, streisand, and aretha - the rare artists who make it about the MUSIC instead of trying to show off their voices

And what is much more important. She has her own style.

[@susannoel3672]

Yes! Also Betty Carter.

[@emilieakiko1805]

Would add Marvin Gaye to the list :)

[@tallchap8070]

And Amy RIP

[@sidilicious11]

Joan Armatrading and Sade too.

[@robertgranat3821]

For a very, very long time, I've wanted to hug this woman. For around eight years, she has been the soundtrack to some of the most harrowing seasons of my life (adulthood). Absolutely dazzled by the reminder that music really can comfort us, and put words where there were just abstract emotions before.

[@carloalcos]

I wish I had known about her for 8 years. Just learned about her this morning, how can you not love her.

[@kennymccardle9706]

Dude I wanna hug her too so bad. Like tears in my eyes sometimes I swear ugh

[@okinawangirlgirl5036]

I’m just learning who she is myself and how amazing!!! SOUL SISTA!

[@nternetrat]

no one….better than brittany howard…. to soundtrack ur life.

[@sivgreyson]

i knew from the moment i found alabama shakes that i would love her

[@tiffanyfranks5861]

Siv Greyson amen!!!!!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jessicamoore1314]

Have they broken up? 😔

[@Carcosahead]

Jessica Moore I think they are on hold for the moment 😊

[@jessicamoore1314]

Carcosa I feel a bit bad for the guys in the band. I read an article and she basically said “If I feel inspired to go back, I’ll call up the guys and see if they are willing.” I guess it is what it is, she was always the star, but they made beautiful music together.

[@MzSoulll]

Yes

[@duncand.881]

The drummers ghost notes are nasty. Also his overall dynamics are outstanding

[@jarodivey9033]

Nate Smith is a monster, man. Check him out with The Fearless Flyers, he won't disappoint.

[@markjohnson7910]

Gotta respect a drummer who can pull it back in a small room and still lay down a groove that tight. Freaking great.

[@beejeez8631]

Also the bass player grooving in the pocket..

[@charlesdrake3125]

Thought the same thing. He reminds of Chris Dave.

[@syrdojo]

And he's fine af.

[@rachelleking7183]

I was today years old when I found out who Brittany Howard is. Glad I came across this.

[@rkms5606]

Same! ❤

[@susanrichardson631]

Have you ever heard of Alabama shakes?

[@imaniwilson1848]

“Today years old”. Me too! 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@oozzyknob]

I swear that baby screaming during baby is the best part that baby knew what he/she was doing lol.

[@youneverknowifyouregonnadi1432]

Brittany is THE MOST!!!! She reminds me of Willie May "BIG MAMA" Thornton; Along with the current greats, Erykah BADU/ Jill Scott/ Angie Stone and a type of Floetry, with a unique style of Bilal. Howard is too 2 too fine. Very GLAD she is out and About!!!

[@patriciagriffin4828]

Floertry for sure!!!

[@Kllaaa]

I love how she could be my auntie at the cookout while simultaneously being the song played at the cookout 😭sooo fire

[@DinoRubble]

I am not one to shout at computer screens. So far I have cried out, "You betta SING that song, girl" and a general purpose shout (twice). The talent dripping from this artist is amazing!

[@Jessica-kt3ne]

🤣❤

[@AshwinGopalAds]

LOL @ general purpose shout. Those are the best

[@Lalairu]

She sings like an angel and she can also play guitar like a badass. Love this woman.

[@MizzRulo]

This tiny desk concert was filthy. 😭 What a voice. What a band.

[@aarondadvlogs]

She was amazing with Alabama shakes and sooooo glad she’s still making music!!!!!

[@louise4558]

Omfg Sound & Color by Alabama Shakes runs my whole life. Dunes is beautiful, genuine masterpiece. It means so, so much to me.

[@themrnorwood]

“I just want Georgia to notice me” I felt that.

[@SNicole82]

"I'm one drop of three-fifths, right?" That line hits cold.

[@kmarchery]

Yes . It does.

[@SinkaneTV]

Facts

[@superblackteen]

shannabrown82 she really went off on that song my 1st time hearing it on the album ugh 💪🏾💪🏾

[@christopherlewis9218]

shannabrown82 That song is so unapologetically black, but not limited.

[@meteorhero526]

I always get chills when most of the band drops and she sings "Who slashed my daddy's tires and left a goat head in the baaaack?".

[@simone2241]

Nate Smith (drummer) came to play. Her voice is amazing. Woke me all the way up this morning. ❤

[@mcmahon1948]

I loved Brittany the first time i heard her sing "Hold On" with "Alabama Shakes".A very talented lady.

[@claptrap22]

This is what a real R&B singer sounds like. Raw talent.

[@vflap]

Someone please bring D'angelo in for the next tiny desk concert!!!

[@mella9128]

Please, Lord have mercy. Waiting for him way to long.

[@amandafeliciano542]

Yassss

[@lepinon5840]

Like JB would say: please, please, please, please, please!!!

[@stephmeowtin]

Vinicius de Andrade I wanna be mad every time I see a comment on someone’s tiny desk about bringing on another artist - but cannot argue with this one. WE NEED HIM

[@RamenxXxNoodles]

I want to hear a tiny desk version of unshaken

[@VictorMartinez82]

This might have just entered my Tiny Desk top 10.

[@Tmiwithjazz]

What are your top 10?? Share if you get the notion... 😊

[@VictorMartinez82]

@@Tmiwithjazz In no order Moses Sumney PJ Mortan Mac Miller Tyler The Creator Brittany Howard Anderson .Paak Miguel Daniel Caesar Nick Hakim BJ The Chicago Kid

[@alanmaness4331]

Leikeli47 has a great one too.

[@young__blacksmith]

She really had me jumping around with my hands up like I was in church receiving the blessing of The Lordt

[@ClaudiaCossa]

Not Lordt 😂😂😂😂😂

[@de-niecethomas1571]

@@ClaudiaCossa entirely Lordt...😄

[@Jcremo]

I’m so glad I live in the times of Brittany Howard.

[@therover65]

I've been back here countless times. Not enough people have discovered this treasure that is Brittany.

[@ThePassion4life]

Here on 10/20/24 wondering were the heck I’ve been that I’m soooo late to the party!! Better late than never!

[@maderianjohnson7856]

​@@ThePassion4lifeI was thinking 🤔 the same thing. I was on facebook & saw this live performance of her & her back-up singers & band. This performance was "Everything"! It's "Awesome"!! 🤩💯

[@justinschicker8424]

Brittany Howard seems like the coolest person to chill with and talk about life and love. Love her always and forever.

[@codyzwick2753]

Aww I remember her from Alabama shakes when I heard them in 2012, loved it

[@tsamhyde]

Yes Yes!!

[@judecaplin1860]

This lady has been a favorite from the first time i heard that big sweet. voice booming out Hoooooolllld onnnnnnn!!!

[@sistersally5139]

My first encounter with her was watching her sing Gimme All Your Love on Conan. Been obsessed ever since.

[@coachwest7247]

Her vibe is the last day of school as a kid….everything is perfect.

[@BKBees]

I think it's a physical impossibility, to be either sad, or motionless, while listening to Brittany sing. I can't help but smile and move to the music, every time.

[@joserosales7219]

My boyfriend and i broke up last night. We were emotionally drained @tinydesk thank you for uploading what is my saving grace...at least for the next few days, until im better and feel like myself again

[@lanettesims]

Sending love your way.

[@valentinazoraplasaj238]

Jose Rosales sending vibes of prosperity you’re way.

[@ashpiredliving]

Find your happy again... Cheering for u..

[@marielaveau5321]

Hope this finds you in a peaceful place 10 months down the road. ✌️♥️

[@melinamendoza2342]

I didn't know her. 'Georgia' just broke my heart. Beautiful.

[@summerwilken3593]

When she professed her love, I started bawling.

[@marksoria6487]

The human body is a musical instrument and Brittany proves it.

[@hoseladose7440]

The clip was crazy but her voice is crazier. She's incredible. Top 1 all day. Crazy ❤

[@AshatHome]

I'm currently sick AF with some kind of flu/pneumonia and her voice is absolutely bringing me peace right now. Especially that last song (as an indigenous woman with biracial kids it hit my soul 🩵🩵🩵)

[@JosephBayot]

Damn she and the band are incredible. Also: Nate Smith!!

[@JoshHinrichs-vv2ft]

Joseph Bayot where do I know that name from?

[@cfoscoop]

@@JoshHinrichs-vv2ft He plays with some of the Vulfpeck bois as the Fearless Flyers

[@mikewattdisciple]

Joseph Bayot: The Ace of Aces!

[@Diatonic5th]

Nate's an underground legend! I've seen him with Chris Potter a few times and he's unreal.

[@corbinnewman3329]

He also has a tiny desk, check it out.

[@-Bloomingtales]

She’s AMAZING! Just saw her in concert at Afropunk in Atlanta! I love her quirkiness. She makes me proud to be a “regular” spectacular woman.

[@freedom3856]

This Sister is a gift. I am so thankful she has the courage and might to be; to dwell in her purpose and passion. Give thanks!

[@t.d.barnwell7270]

The soul just oozes out of this woman...puts a smile on my face! ☺

[@hawkman4828]

at 70 years I've heard a lot of great people! Jimi, Van Morrison Bob Dylan, Janis She's one of those!!!

[@kevinhanson6106]

So True! Amen!

[@deskryptic]

perspective

[@jalisaw252]

She’s a whole mood ❤️

[@shakitamoorer2053]

Very much so!

[@TheRaven757]

YES!!!

[@opiorivers2259]

Definitely; Love her!!!

[@LarkKristensen]

I'm in love with every single member of this band.

[@almost_candid]

Very grateful she went solo!!! Spreading her creative wings and flying so HIGH!!

[@talon3684]

What a voice & a vibe. From the time she starts singing "Stay High", I'm all in.

[@evidentlyerik]

Everyone performing in this video is on point. One of the best, if not the best, tiny desk I’ve watched.

[@brookevallee1397]

Could literally just listen to her scream “GEORGIA” for hours ..... THE TALENT 😩😩😩😩

[@amandafeliciano542]

That last song...I mean, ALL the songs...but damn I love that last one. So glad to see her blowing up, well deserved!!

[@TheLajandro]

She's so fresh i can't get over her voice. ❤ My favorite TinyDesk from 2019.

[@Monique_Defined]

Alejandro Jose Bonilla How could you choose?! There’s so many lol

[@tsouful]

Right up there with Tank and the Bangas

[@Monique_Defined]

Tanya S 👏🏾👏🏾 and Lucky Daye

[@flaviofrancoribeiro]

holy jesus...watch her perform is an magical experience. i can't imagine the feelin of people who were there

[@Wibbinger]

I've never really been a fan of musicians. I've always loved music, but Brittany ... I adore her. She changed my life. She puts her whole, wonderful soul into her music. I adore this musician. What a goddess.

[@jpduah6480]

"Baby" wow oh wow! I've never replayed a song so much on Tiny desk 😍😍

[@OfficialMyxomatosis]

*AGREED*

[@andreluizrodper]

geez that's so good.

[@haroldarchie3859]

Damn!!! all I could say is damn!!! on my 5th listen.

[@tiffanyfranks5861]

JP Duah yesssss

[@ghostie7790]

The last song was pure poetry. Wow I love her. Always have. Can’t wait till another tour.

[@ruealexandriasullivan3084]

I swear to god this is woman could move mountains with her voice ♥️

[@karenstark9235]

thank you for sharing your truth and your music, especially “Georgia.” you’re not just singing your own story, you’re singing ours too. xo

[@grandsmo23]

Slowly puffing lady Jane while listening with headphones hits different God bless ! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥☄️🇸🇳

[@jmeee]

Every single second of this is pure magic. Thank you for existing Brittany Howard!

[@TolliversProKutz]

jme your profile picture reminds me of adele and I’m thankful to have run across it...

[@christopherlewis9218]

Her style is so deep and smooth. You can hear joy, pain, fear and love of each song.

[@rafaelsantti714]

When you see Nate Smith on the drums, you know that shit gonna be good.

[@ellisgill1337]

Especially that intro to GoatHead

[@wrharris05]

She's got so much stage presence and a great personality. The swag of it all❤❤😅

[@Top_Shotta20]

Where this lady been my whole life!!!!!!

[@knoesey8443]

Fell in love with her as soon as I heard the first note that came out of her mouth 💕

[@freemanisnow]

The first 10 seconds and i'm smiling and know i'm in safe hands

[@tigerlilly9038]

YES!!!

[@desert_holly]

Didn't realize how much I missed her voice. One in the world like her. Loving this much so much.

[@katsadler]

I love all the beards, braids, locks, bald heads and glasses in the room, whew! I think that covers everyone 😍

[@thescoop5438]

This performance, even through a screen, is enough to bring me to tears. I had almost forgotten how MAGICAL real artistry and musicianship is. Thank the stars, and the KZbin algorithm, for presenting me with exactly the medicine I needed.

[@evelynsieiro6697]

So gorgeous...reminds me Prince in a feel times...LOVE IT!

[@NUNNABOVE]

Yes. I hear her and I hear PRONCE too! Love it.

[@LS-tt9ci]

Prince loved her, she loved him back 💜 She played at his Paisley Park with the Shakes at his invitation. Real music, real musicians!

[@ninobrn00]

We went and saw her in London this summer at Earth. The performance was amazing!! Nate Smith was killing it on the drums!!!

[@ericwithac1989]

This music is what the world needs right now.

[@drosophila82]

The sheer radiant joy that your voice brings, and your face conveys.

[@emilieakiko1805]

Incredible artist, unbelievable experience to hear her sing like this. I can't believe I didn't even knew her before this video. Thank you NPR !!! Anyone else keep thinking of Marvin Gaye when listening to her vibes??

[@Nortonork]

I first saw her on SNL. I was blown away...

[@sadiqmohamed681]

This woman is my favourite American singer/songwriter. I have this album and play it regularly. I discovered her through Alabama Shakes and saw them live in London a couple of years ago. She is amazing!

[@Stuert101]

Nate Smith just chillin there like it’s nothing special. God I love Tiny Desk so much

[@brunorocca5391]

Her voice and the music makes me feel comfy, warm and safe, like a Sunday morning in my bed.

[@Daveyjokes]

Nate Smith on the drums, Brittany on the mic. That's a mood.

[@barnholbol1262]

Amen.

[@terrellmajors7221]

As great as she sings and its absolutely beautiful, I cant help but to imagine if she really let go and just use that huge voice. Truthfully one of the most powerful voices I've ever heard. She gives us glimpses of it and every time I get goosebumps.

[@alexg-cl6ef]

she’s the first person i’ve seen live in concert and she is SO GOOD live

[@ball1106c]

The sound & quality on this is EPIC! You can always tell the caliber of a musician when you hear em' live.

[@matratzenmango]

Saw her live 4 years ago in Leipzig Germany - best concert of my life - she is great !!! so much soul... love from Germany

[@Prophet_Legacy]

I instantly started smiling when she opened her mouth 💙

[@dlo3955]

I just discovered her and I'm so amazed. She is excellent at all her vocals

[@faniaba7414]

Same here)

[@Ali3Peat]

The 1st song makes me tear up every time I hear it. So beautiful...

[@alexxdaye-alberson7243]

Yaaaaaaaassssss Brittany Howard!!!! And your band though!!! YES GAWD......Drippin' so much soul that we're drownin' in it!!! Get it y'all!!!

[@scotthenderson8577]

Sensitive, Confident, and Powerful. Such energy! The Band is smokin and right there! Excellent.

[@tommyo.3535]

This has become one of my favorite Tiny Desk performances. I wanted to point some things out. It seems that all of these songs make allusions to classic soul songs. The most obvious would be "Georgia" to "Georgia on My Mind." I suspect the "goat head in the back" outro is a nod to the "diamond in the back, sunroof top" chorus from "Be Thankful for What You Got." "Baby" definitely has a "Distant Lover" vibe goin' on. And I also think "Stay High" makes an allusion to "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)" but that's the one I'm least sure of. I would not be surprised if someone else has already figured this out or if most of these are just stretches. The "Georgia" one can't be wrong, though.

[@temica390tepp4]

Mines as well