Alex G: Tiny Desk Concert

[@nprmusic]

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[@Gershwood]

I saw Alex live and I yelled for him to play Snot. He looked at me and asked what I said. I said play Snot. He said ok, this ones called Snot and then proceeded to play a different song and everybody laughed at me.

[@ryanschaepkens3889]

W Alex

[@julyboy66]

F

[@Wvymoo]

I’ve seen him do that on multiple occasions 😭

[@senylalala]

that is such an alex thing to do

[@sluggibammy]

This comment sounds like an Alex G song

[@zaxariiz]

i still cant comprehend the fact that alex g is a full grown man and not a 14 year old teenage boy recording songs in his bedroom

[@Idk.631]

he has a kid and wife now

[@jessicawatson891]

@@Idk.631 where'd u hear that (genuinely curious)

[@Idk.631]

@@jessicawatson891 in a show a while ago his gf had a ring on and was pregnant

[@2BYTMakesMusic]

@@jessicawatson891 bro missed 2 seasons

[@jessicawatson891]

@@2BYTMakesMusic haha yeah you could put it that way

[@cameronbrosius6941]

He's really on the professional grind for this album

[@laurensevigh]

So true bae

[@syl5047]

fr

[@dilute734]

i grind for this album

[@randoH3000]

Saw him live recently. Really solid live show, and the band seems really tight and in tune, which probably makes things smoother as an indie artist.

[@smellsfishi]

genius lyric video next

[@burgy_]

Must have been so hard to choose four songs for this set, so many gems in his discography.

[@sharkskeepmoving495]

I know and he picked these..... blah

[@runeschoenberg]

@@sharkskeepmoving495 to be fair these are some phenomenal songs and he is still off of his new album craze so

[@masonchase4599]

@@sharkskeepmoving495 bad take. these songs rock

[@RobertSlover]

zzzzzz....

[@hristoad7443]

@@sharkskeepmoving495 Gretel, snot > runner, miracles

[@YungKlausSchwab]

Such an authentic artist/person. Pure 21st century Americana. We love and respect him a lot here in Japan.

[@stevenmanley7157]

Cheers from New York! That is a good description... pure 21st century Americana. Have you listened to the latest Big Thief album? I would use the same term to describe that album

[@Milk-jy1kn]

Alex is loved and respected in every corner of the world

[@calmao666]

the g man got its fair following here at Chile too! music full of honest raw lyrics and soul moving tunes, impossible not to love

[@Kcasadont]

@@stevenmanley7157 agreed!

[@fabriciofigueroa4431]

much loved and respected in Brasil :)

[@kurtlo-mein1512]

alex not knowing what to say the whole time is so funny

[@Richard__Cranium]

I graduated high school with Alex and Sam. Knew both of them since 6th Grade. It's surreal to see how far they've come but I'm so incredibly happy for them and all their success. Two of the nicest, chillest guys you could ever meet. Much love.

[@beckyc1904]

Aw that’s lovely to know he’s kind! Thanks for sharing

[@davidcryptt]

thats so awrsome

[@Spacegeezer]

Nice man

[@opath6699]

This is so awesome to hear!

[@maxwellvasquez21]

have they both been so passionate for guitar as long as you've known them? I tried speaking with sam briefly after a concert but couldn't get much QnA LOL

[@serpentislord]

this snot performance is heavenly

[@crimpingenthusiast]

honestly i prefer it to the album version

[@bennett3432]

@@crimpingenthusiast slow your roll bucko

[@evolution0fself]

Snot easy to pick between them

[@endikarizutama5163]

indeed!

[@alistairsedgwick8295]

I am wetting myself for this

[@Послушано]

0:00 - Runner 3:30 - Miracles 7:25 - Gretel 10:32 - Snot

[@nikobussell]

you’re a true hero

[@RobertSlover]

zzzzzz....

[@Anthony-ed6ed]

Real one

[@codyavilez9518]

Love the version of miracles

[@sleepy9082]

Thanks for the time stamps ❤❤❤

[@lucassswaves]

The meaning of Gretel hit me during this performance when you finally are on a good path in life the temptations seem like a house of sugar but you’ve come so far you know u have to fight to stay away and it’s almost melancholic leaving your old destructive tendencies behind because you are parting from a past self but you know they don’t belong with you any longer

[@allyson--]

🥰 awesome interpretation

[@CH-io9ko]

Yeah, I enjoyed reading this

[@esteraraujostudio]

I love Alex. Not hearing him do the scream in Runner did break my heart a little, but this is still a gem

[@lakeroswell]

it's probably hard to do it properly while sitting down. he did it on his late night appearances

[@jackdandy]

I love any change tbh. But I do love that scream. I think it's partly why I like him since much, random extra Lil things like that.

[@safisafiasafia]

The chemistry between them is so strong! The way they look at each other and nod being like “everything is good, keep up” is so cute

[@samzuckowich1588]

they’re so good together. sam and john have been by his side since day 1 and i absolutely couldn’t love it any more 💕

[@safisafiasafia]

@@samzuckowich1588 saameee

[@suburbansymbolism]

Helps when you're friends and not just business partners.

[@infatuaa]

@@samzuckowich1588and tom is the perfect drummer for them he fits so well it’s so cute i love them so much

[@allyson--]

I can't get enough of Molly on violin & keys. Quintessential to the band's sound

[@gracethewriter7977]

Agreed. Violin is my favorite component of his songs

[@calvinnigh5489]

Heavily agreed

[@jackdandy]

For sureeeee

[@jstn9914]

Love her fills in Runner. They really elevate the track.

[@jstn9914]

Check out their live performance of Poison Root. It's incredible what Molly's playing adds to it.

[@gingerAV]

i feel like a proud dad watching this. i don’t care that he’s older than me

[@charleskorpics4240]

One of the greatest gifts to indie music is this guy.

[@WoweeZoweee]

Yoda?

[@elizardbeth666]

He’s expecting a baby with Molly (on violin)! Makes for a really special performance, especially of Miracles!

[@glc0stanza]

Wait. I thought he was in a relationship with Emily Yacina?

[@brimerwelpippy4972]

​@@glc0stanza Negative

[@movieclipstoday_]

@@glc0stanza Only place I could think of someone saying that is tiktok LOLOLOL

[@glc0stanza]

@@movieclipstoday_ what do you mean the mistake? I don't have Tiktok

[@RickyBureau]

This guy is so incredible as an artist. He has gotten better with every album. Some albums might have higher highs than god save the animals but as a consistent piece of work I think its unmatched in his discography. House of sugar was close but in a world of one album wonders and sophomore slumps thank god for Alex G

[@cmgordon12345]

He's alright, but he is no Coldplay

[@stuck5091]

@@cmgordon12345 so true

[@rainor771]

@@cmgordon12345 yeah and tbh Alex has yet to write a song that even holds a torch to Rascal Flatts' 2006 hit single "Life is A Highway"

[@runeschoenberg]

@@rainor771 even alex knows he doesnt hold up to it

[@RaZvanRZ]

@@cmgordon12345 i prefer alex g's latest album than any coldplay album haha

[@987kpop]

NO FKIN WAY!!! TINY DESK HAS BEEN POPPING OFF WITH THE ARTIST CHOICES THIS MONTH 🔥🔥🔥😤😤

[@vVincent.]

ikr also beabadoobee

[@imariot6112]

no they are all so boring zzzzzz

[@vVincent.]

@@imariot6112 ok

[@IamSillyPilled]

@@imariot6112 then why are u watching it

[@ebbtide4233]

And now the smile too

[@benh7506]

In case anyone was wondering, this was the man that played guitar on Frank Ocean - Self Control

[@kiikiihere]

And White Ferrari too, right?

[@xannie7511]

Yesss :)) my favorite before I knew he was even on the track!!

[@AdioTk]

the electric guitar tone in this performance hits so good

[@saucedo_]

can’t believe he played snot, such an amazing choice oh my god

[@authoroftheaccident]

Alex G and band have never sounded better! so cleanly mixed on tiny desk

[@tmagrit]

I'm 40 yo Brazilian guy, living far far away from American ordinary culture, BUT - I don't know how and why - Alex G works catches me so deeply. A piece of my soul lives in his songs, his lyrics, his album covers and videos. I'm very happy of seeing him on Tiny Desk, as well as some other few Brazilian artists.

[@dollyarone6007]

he’s truly an american gem

[@JujubaApplesauce]

tmb vivo no Brasil e sou viciado nas musicas desse cara, parece droga mano, coisa de você deitar pra escutar e parar em outra dimensão

[@gwendeseminat8r]

idk theres nothng really american about hte song gretel

[@its_Sam19]

​@@gwendeseminat8r indie folk culture is something very American, and we Latin Americans love your musical style

[@linneamorgan2382]

The violinst is amazing, every track she plays on in Alex G's discography is brought to another dimension.

[@joshmaggooo7140]

Very true

[@lovinlikealovesong]

That’s Molly germer. Alex g and Molly are together :)

[@dimetrodonz]

she's also alex g's partner !!

[@lurho1367]

and she’s pregnant!

[@Arkisis]

Her 2nd npr appearance I believe. She's on Frances Quinlan's as well!

[@charlottesmith462]

I thought “Snot” was my own little hidden gem of a favorite song by him but the fact that he played it last here out of all of his other great music… I somehow feel seen I can’t explain it lol. Also this live version of it is sublime.

[@AwesomeGenius96]

Its the song I show friends to get then into him. Very easy listening

[@ididgt4259]

Snot is my favorite too I love the lyrics

[@Bailmom]

Love how they all come in on the first beat perfectly here

[@ddebberrs]

This!!!!!

[@franhilpert]

Es una locura total

[@IHearEverythingDude]

Top notch recording quality as always. Kudos to sound engineer behind this recording :)

[@sarova2000]

Yeah, but why can’t we hear the hi hat and cymbal??

[@globalsoundconcerts]

@@sarova2000 playing with broom brushes not sticks :-)

[@bigfootFRG]

@@sarova2000 I think they forgot to turn on the mic for the ride cymbal. Couldn’t hear it at all whereas the hihat can at least be barely heard

[@glxss3]

@@globalsoundconcertsit’s the mixing, but it’s probably purposeful unless they actually just messed up

[@mariah5561]

my absolute favorite artist of all time, seeing this so soon after it was posted was such a treat. love him 4ever

[@nathanmayer8320]

He is my favorite as well, I remember seeing him when Beach Music came out

[@mariah5561]

@@nathanmayer8320 beach music is one of my favorite albums of his, even though its so hard to pick

[@BigupSlime]

I swear “runner” has the ability to make this stone-hearted gentleman cry. Based and awesome-pilled.

[@rinwesley3092]

I just discovered this dude and I could kick myself for not finding him earlier. This is the kind of music my soul has been missing for a long time.

[@ESTcor]

U check out Fay yet?

[@666cowboy.]

I feel the same way. Makes you wonder what other artists out there could be listening to right now that you'll find way later

[@jckdvs]

I LOVE ALEX G

[@glizzymcguire7]

Alex is such a gem. Reminds me so much of Elliott Smith. The band was absolutely amazing too. 💜

[@iamcyber]

i love elliott smith

[@thenauman]

the bassist john invited to sit down and eat dinner with them at the earl in 2015 after i complemented the set and they are some funny, goofy, talented and humble guys. truly my greatest experience with meeting someone i look up to. they deserve all the success in the world and im so happy to see alex's writing reach so many people like it did me in my early 20s.

[@Kaphooey]

Dude the guitar tone and quality of the mix is insane... Way to go 🙌

[@marcopivetta7796]

That version of Gretel is sick. The violin+electric guitar combo is so subtle, so good!

[@coop_0128]

Can’t believe he cloned himself to play the electric guitar too, massive dedication

[@annarobertson4596]

genuinely thought it was him when I saw them all live ngl

[@dipski6321]

I saw him live in November and when the guitarist walked out everybody started cheering cause they thought it was Alex

[@sansisntness]

sam looks more like alex than his own brother

[@chumplunge4628]

sandy clone jutsu

[@Spacegeezer]

@@dipski6321 they were cheering for Sam.

[@nicksimons7391]

so awesome to hear molly on miracles live. she was the one thing missing from an otherwise perfect concert when we saw them in toronto a few weeks back.

[@kayleighmiller3351]

she was at the show i saw in ny and she was WONDERFUL

[@r3so1ute]

Been following him since he released Trick on bandcamp for free. So proud of him and the band.

[@Tocu360]

Can't believe we had to wait this long for an Alex g tiny desk, it seems like the perfect fit for this format.

[@vinsonminas1460]

The mouth percussion on runner is such a spark of genius.

[@keegan5644]

Molly has added so much to the music. I'm so happy for them, when i found out he was gonna be a dad, i felt so happy and proud of him. I've been listening since i was 16 in 2014 and i found crab on tumblr. He was pretty young at that time too, so it just feels so cool that hes doing so well.

[@alishawilkie_]

This version of gretel, I’m in love

[@chaochao_42]

Timestamps for the set list Runner - 0:00 Miracles - 3:31 Gretel - 7:28 Snot - 10:33

[@_scabs6669]

Thank

[@macderobo]

I could listen to Alex G play on Tiny Desk all day. In fact, I think I will.

[@_sessu]

I didn't know about Alex G until this year. God Save the Animals is an incredible album and I'm super happy to have this performance

[@rchenson9110]

Welcome to the fandom! If you like the new album you should check out House of Sugar. And if you want to take a deep dive, Trick and Race are excellent intro albums.

[@_sessu]

Definitely will! I listened to Trick a couple of weeks ago, but I still need to listen to House of Sugar

[@stevenmanley7157]

I have tried listening to him for many years, even saw him live and it never fulllly clicked until this album. And now that it clicked theres a whole discography to go back through! I love it when that happens

[@CalmWorldCo]

Rules is a great album, too

[@InsulindianPhasmid2214]

a big alex g thing is his comically large amount of unreleased songs. you can find most of them on youtube and people have made playlists of unreleased tracks. helped me get into his music

[@larrybird1650]

My friend recommended Alex G to me literally 2 days ago. I'm obsessed now and this video came at the perfect time. Insane coincidence

[@rodrigocfguedes]

Alex bring the simplicity to music again, and is so fresh, so conforting. Reminds me of my fathers songs. Love it

[@atticusya]

so proud of him it’s so great seeing him on a larger scale

[@frosti27]

not only is their whole perfomance on tiny desk and alex's music in general wholesome, but can we just take a moment to say how wholesome the comment section on this video is? alex g's fanbase is really a reflection of their work - the best!

[@DaveCarron]

this one is among the tiny desk sets that isn't trying super hard to be stripped down and dramatic. love this

[@jacobranjbaran2704]

when the first chord of Snot played I audibly gasped. one of his best ending songs.

[@wolgarush]

i watched this sick by the toilet and i think it cured my illness, thanks, alex g

[@oculicious]

Can''t be believe he ended on Snot, my all time favorite

[@liamnicol9390]

me too bro

[@marew5422]

alex g’s songwriting is spectacular and so is his performing ♡

[@stevenmanley7157]

I find every single note and every word on this album is just perfectly placed

[@The1tigershark]

the feelings alex g can cultivate from his guitar alone…incredible. adding lyrics and other musicians to the mix just makes it magic. love this performance

[@lewt525]

Eyes widened, mouth opened, a pause of peace my senses weren't deceiving me, and an utterance of no wwaay! Thank you NPR as always, and Alex G.

[@eneshyseini4837]

Gretel is so riveting. I am lost in it everytime I listen to it. That riff, the lyrics, the song progression. Stunning!

[@nicknovakk]

OH MY GOD DUDE. LETS GO MY BOY 🔥🙏

[@eveofdestruction]

So so happy Alex G finally has a lovely NPR ! I’ve been waiting for this for years 💛🥹

[@stephenwilson1622]

"Gretel" makes me feel things. Great to see it presented in this format.

[@meganthoustallionlol1399]

i cant believe alex g is playing both guitars at the same time!! he's so talented

[@josephduncan4408]

First time ever hearing him and I’m hooked! Led me on a rabbit hole the past couple days and got me to discover Elliot Smith. This type of music touches my soul during these winter days

[@harrytalay301]

wish I could listen to Elliott Smith for the first time again

[@sebasfallas9086]

This version of Miracles means the world to me right now. Speechless

[@jonbonhoagie5202]

Philly is so proud of you Alex G and band

[@BougieButler]

Bill Hader was sick on bass!

[@rajkgambhir]

Alex G, you and your band deserve all the attention you're getting and more. Your artistry has never ceased this past decade, and I am excited to see what new directions you continue to take your music in!

[@FrancescaS.]

I found out that Alex is going to be a dad through this album…. I feel like he was such a big part of me turning into an adult and still figuring it out….. I wish I could just tell him all. How the pain and confusion in his songs have always been so special to me. Thank youuuuu Alex

[@allyson--]

This is so sweet & special 😭

[@chrisivan_yt]

finally the recognition he deserves :-) amazing quality!

[@danielcarter3928]

alex g really helped me when i was first starting my recovery journey from addiction

[@muuuzaklistener]

its been a long time coming… it feels like alex shouldve had a tiny desk years ago, but man its finally here and its glorious.

[@mooninherhands]

I love how down to earth they all are. authentic and genuine.

[@astridcarrion405]

i’m so happy he did snot it’s my favorite song rn

[@fosterseth]

the opening to Snot is so pure. Love this track. Great set!

[@diegoinjapan]

Just saw them live in Tokyo tonight. Was a great show. They really crank up the volume. Was a great show. Everyone was there except they lady on the piano.

[@jawshkay]

dax flame on the drums

[@jckdvs]

Legit what I was thinking 😭

[@Tocu360]

OUR GENERATION'S BEST ARTIST

[@IvanMejia1991]

Does he know he delivered one of the best albums of the year? God Save the Animals is a masterpierce.

[@guacgod6544]

Molly Germer playing the song Alex G wrote about her is so sweet

[@savannahhuerta-bailey3283]

which one?

[@artaaangels]

@@savannahhuerta-bailey3283miracles!

[@bjcannon24ify]

So much of entertainment today oversaturates me- Its refreshing to hear Alex evolve but still stay true to what keeps him so appealing

[@williamjohnson6588]

Fell in love with this guy’s music recently. Can’t stop cycling through his albums, with God Save the Animals at the top of that list. First half of this concert sounds amazing as well!

[@dontnukeluke]

Top one Spotify artist of 2022 - this gonna be good!

[@zzto226]

0:00 Runner 3:30 Miracles 7:25 Gretel 10:32 Snot

[@marthaserranopayan8970]

If Alex G has a million fans, i'm one of them If Alex G has 10 fans, i'm one of them If Alex G has 1 fan, It's me If Alex G has no fans, i've left the eath.

[@jeansilovejeans795]

😂

[@icaromarques7322]

This is the perfect comment Martha

[@moneyasusual]

I haven’t seen Alex G in ten years- for some reason I expected him to look the exact same.. Alex G will always hold a special place in my musical heart

[@andreaflores677]

the G in alex g stands for genius.

[@kaisamsa]

The king, the god, the goat. I'm so happy Alex is finally getting the recognition he has always deserved. Sublime performance.

[@a.me.n.]

gretel is beautifully done in this

[@brandonme]

Not seen much of him live, but it’s neat how he can Incapsulate the bedroom feel in more open environments.

[@rchenson9110]

I have seen him live twice, he is amazing! I always notice he sounds different in recorded videos; I think he gets nervous in front of camera and it strains his voice

[@kingcouth8888]

Live Alex is amazing. Got into him years ago through a video of Animals

[@valpergalit]

Audibly gasped when I saw this video on my subscription page. Thanks, NPR!

[@SolidSnake240]

Runner sounds so good live 🔥

[@kentuckybambi]

Alexs music has been in my life for years now and it will always be the most perfect encapsulation of the heaviness of growing up and the weight of innocence even when it is gone. He is truly one of the greatest artists of this generation and I am beyond thankful he shares his gift with us

[@charwest5892]

yo thats well said and stuff

[@KulseeHoopder]

the squeal i let out when this was in my suggested videos today is unprecedented. alex g you are so wonderful and i’ve wanted this tiny desk for so long thank you

[@OliverTreeHouse]

my computer science teacher played this in class today. love it.

[@allyson--]

Lol

[@imnothereimnotanywhere]

Whenever i come back to this video i feel like i gained 10 years of happiness

[@cutiepatootiiiiii]

we love you, alex. so proud to see everything happening for you after all these years of amazing music. thank you for all the hours ❤

[@socratesmiranda]

Didn't know this guy! WHAT AN ARTIST!! Definitely gone look for more of his work

[@dustink9297]

Alex is so fantastic, his music is so nostalgic thank you

[@Lorisv]

love how great they all play together

[@harryjatkins]

Only discovered Alex G this year, can't wait to dive more into this impressive sounding discography. Hearing Miracles for the first time felt like a song I had known for years. So happy for this tiny desk as always!

[@jourdanbetsch5073]

i suggest DSU, Trick, and Beach Music. but really all of his albums are amazing.

[@samuelfoote5927]

Miracles is one of those beautiful songs that stops me in my tracks.

[@ItSoundsHowItLooks]

This gretel performance was the highlight of my month