Phoenix: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@Casquillo8520]

You guys should bring phoenix back for a remaster of this tiny desk

[@navi1621]

I second this motion 👨‍⚖

[@FrameBassman]

This video is a masterpiece. It's useless to try repeat it.

[@garybeardsley0]

holler

[@Whitman1819]

The quality is soooo much better these days.

[@garybeardsley0]

@@Whitman1819 audio nay but may?

[@MargotLOVEDyan]

The lead singer seems like that quiet kid in class that knew all the answers but would never raise his hand...LOVE PHOENIX

[@kimsmith2918]

Gotta check out The Drury Brothers - Time For Goodbye. Same fun indie vibe. Love it

[@marcelalopezlopezalmaral9397]

accurate description

[@davidk2473]

the other guys seems like the kid in class who didn't know shit

[@eliseants]

Margot Bethune THOUGHT THE SAME THING WHEN I DISCOVERED THEM

[@deich31]

That's a superb description.

[@stephenmortensen2438]

I love how they're such a production heavy band but these songs are totally in tact while being stripped down. just goes to show they dont rely on electronic gimmicks to develop their sound. its all about enhancing what's already there.

[@Johnboysmudge]

Stephen Mortensen totally agree mate. If you can strip it all back to just a voice and an acoustic - and still it sounds magical - you know you've written a class tune

[@HotStrange]

Honest John I agree but some great songs don’t work as acoustic and that’s okay too.

[@myopicandlost]

@@HotStrange definitely. Nothing bad about using all outlets available to create sound.

[@_winter7745]

@@myopicandlost What are you guys talking about? Darude - Sandstorm sounds amazing acoustic... not XD

[@dornshammer]

great comment

[@imrana0520]

for some reason the lead singer's fragility combined with his extreme ease just made me immediately smile

[@thomasbraun6097]

Exactly the same happened to me😄

[@liamlane505]

0:00 Lisztomania 2:52 Armistice 6:27 1901 10:11 Playground Love

[@jeromemangelinckx1954]

Liam Lane q

[@illanoise77]

Bump this post

[@illanoise77]

Top 10 npr for me and I like rap and rnb 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@GandalfGreyhame3]

The hero we never deserved

[@aygwm]

They need to fix the timestamps

[@meadish]

The rhythmic idea behind 1901 is just too brilliant. How they could come up with such a natural-sounding, yet completely backwards riff just blows my mind. Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix really seems apt.

[@5amtime]

It’s mind blowing isn’t it :) you are gifted yourself to recognise the beauty:)

[@johnclash5978]

On the off-chance you ever see this comment, can you please explain to me what you mean by a backwards riff, and it sounding natural? I love knowing little intricacies of music. Thanks!

[@HotStrange]

John Clash it’s just not a typical pop rhythm in some ways.

[@happyfeely8061]

@@johnclash5978 It sounds 'backwards' because the rhythm guitar is being strummed on the off-beat. It's a syncopated rhythm.

[@ZumbaDrummer]

@@happyfeely8061 And i think it's as much about how the vocals phrases are in combination with that guitar rhythm

[@adamdolgonos3298]

It’s 2022 and I still watch this weekly. This is my all time favourite tiny desk, see if they’d be willing to come back!

[@Matheustencatt]

10 years ago, and, I still listening like it's the 1st time! anyone from 2021 here? Love phoenix, hugs from BRAZIL 🙂❤️

[@chipamann]

e o vocalista mando um `se fudeu`pro carinha ali 2:25

[@CarlotaJoaquina1414]

Adoro 🥰

[@vitorcassio8485]

boaaa

[@jacs6167]

Same! Love from Philippines 💖

[@ivanv.5037]

In distant Russia, we also listen)

[@lilo5010]

i love their quiet french whispers inbetween songs as they try and figure things out

[@nickrandles1102]

Check out my new album “the quiet french whispers”

[@aluccard]

Saw them live 2 day ago, best performance I've seen in a very long time, the venue had some technical issues but they managed to give us 2 extra songs, it was magical

[@savanahrincon1475]

Where did you see them?

[@Zevach97]

Anybody still watching in 2019!!??? Love NPR and Phoenix just makes makes you smile, great vibes!

[@scottkennethjones]

I come back to this every few months. Freakin love this band.

[@circlesquarer]

I'm actually watching in 1901

[@kirkeedel]

Yes ! j'adore

[@kirkeedel]

@@scottkennethjones me too!

[@LucasOe]

This is one of my favorites. Somehow I love this fragile voice.

[@Sketchbag]

2024 and I’m still jamming out to these gentlemen. Can tell they’re a tight knit grp with their positioning. Astounding amounts of respect displayed… ❤😊❤😊

[@summermoon]

It's wonderful to watch them playing 1901 while crouched over that tiny machine. They look really at ease, just 4 friends jamming their heart out.

[@iplaywithrocksforfun]

agreed. Shit is dope

[@liborpospichal3596]

0:14 - Lisztomania 2:50 - Armistice 6:25 - 1901 10:13 - Playground Love

[@mtrps_]

you mean compromise and falling? 🤣

[@MISFITPANDA51667]

@@mtrps_ Nope.

[@jap.3992]

@@MISFITPANDA51667 they said that because the timestamps didn’t read the song names correctly😂

[@juanontivero]

Dude the host really has it out for them. Everytime I listen to this it stands out how he treats them unlike any other tiny desk performances.

[@rudyvasquez4512]

Same here..... I felt was a bit rude to use that low key humor with foreigners who didn't speak English as a first language.....

[@juanontivero]

Yeah. And from what I have seen it's only ever been with them.

[@chamiechalametparnajovbeto8309]

i felt kinda rudee

[@CyberneticArgumentCreator]

Even the blurb about the band in the KZbin video description is insulting, as if their massive success cheapens their music "but somehow this performance is special in spite of that" as the implication.

[@mypeachmyplum7344]

even the description

[@americabreceda484]

My absolute most favorite band of all time. I’ve seen them love three times, going on four this august. Literally one of the only things I look forward to in my future. Every song is written so beautifully with deep meaningful lyrics. I’ve written papers for school analyzing their words, great writers on English despite being French. I love them.

[@ajbaratta1999]

you must be from illinois… we are the same person ❤️

[@EffingtonCouldBe]

This band is so freaking talented and smart. Nice!

[@salvadorreyes1337]

Smart? From where?

[@milkmandave66]

@@salvadorreyes1337 They have smart pop sensibilities and are produced in a way that makes them stand out from the other 7 million bands on this planet. U wanna go?

[@JETLIFEFC]

@@salvadorreyes1337 they are French and speaking/singing perfect English. Seems pretty smart to me. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@CiveyEdgar]

I so wished they played "If I Ever Feel Better" but this performance was still so great!

[@alexandergibbons6214]

That track is off their debut album United, WolfGang Amadeus Phoenix is album number 4!

[@ibrahimfuadkarim2212]

I thought I never found this comment...

[@johnphan2489]

ya. "If I ever feel better" was released years before Wolfgang Amadeus was released :D

[@reynaolvera7526]

Too Young is also a gem

[@karo9252]

I wished that too

[@gabehagen8598]

These guys sound great unplugged

[@gabopalacios2028]

Now that I've heard this unplugged version of their music I can't help but think they're over produced. I listened the radio version of Lisztomania several times but it sounded maybe too pop for my taste, but now I wished they had their own unplugged so I could listen to it all day long. That's the best thing about the Tiny Desk concerts

[@HotStrange]

gabo palacios I think the album sounds amazing but this is just as good

[@geoffmreynolds]

10 years... 29 now... and I'm sure most of us listening to this have some very fond times when we heard this

[@jaredmorrison8629]

Geoffrey Reynolds same as me dude. 29 this year and I think this was my most listened to album of the last 10 years

[@zeebrown1007]

23 now, one of my most listened to bands in my teens and now still

[@emanvz]

who is still listening and enjoying every bit of it in 2020?

[@yoyohomey]

one of the best bands ever

[@Djcoco34]

I'll listen to Phoenix until the last second

[@arndegothia3413]

I am¡¡¡

[@savekn6964]

suggested bands like this please!!

[@virginievalette2260]

What a sound..!

[@davidaguirre614]

its 2022 and i’m still not over this. seeing them in 2017 at X-fest in San diego has been the peak of my concert experience, not much has match it! Love Phoenix

[@simonacland9028]

I love how cute they are whispering in french 😊

[@nicktoncic7582]

2022…and my first time stumbling on this. Amazed. One of the best Tiny Desks I’ve ever seen. Bravo. 🤩

[@QUAKECITYROCKER]

its amazing that they speak french, yet still write such complex lyrics in english.

[@jmeleighk]

I was just thinking this. I didn't even realize they were French.

[@QUAKECITYROCKER]

Darren Chung that's awesome! i never knew that.

[@ikuep]

If they learned English as kids it might not be that crazy to see them writing such great lyrics. If they learned English as adults then I'd be really impressed.

[@miclochesm6222]

I will have you know that most people around the world learn English in school. I don't find it that surprising that a non-native English speaker can write such 'complex' lyrics in English. I'm not a native English speaker either. However I will say I'm surprised by the fact that they are French and they speak good English. Most French people are terrible at English because they have a self entitled sense that they don't need it so they don't put the effort in learning it at school.

[@olivierl9429]

THE STEADFAST CO yes

[@rafaelbrito2454]

This is so nostalgic for me... THANK YOU NPR

[@carllinlee]

Who is here in 2024 and loving this but wishing we could go back?

[@hannahb9873]

Oh boy... this comment

[@ApexFlash1]

I adore the vibe they put off during their live performances. Like you can tell how much they love performing

[@EvesRevenge]

I'm so in love again! Omygod...I don't know how I ever lost you! Lizstomania came on my youtube feed and I immediately grabbed that rope the universe sent down to me...I've never been through life challenges I am experiencing and when I played it my mood soared high and quick! Hahaha, I jumped out of my chair and immediately started dancing and singing! Awesomeness thank you so much for your gift of song! Yes....wow....💕

[@lillyrocks2011]

Love his voice. it has like more than 10+ years listening to this band. they're absolutely great.

[@L0veepanicc]

this album was THE SHIT in 2009 omg when i listen to it i have flashbacks... memories from high school!

[@Miguelp1000]

Juliette DB especially 1901. good song to listen while walking down the hallway

[@davidterrell6857]

Wolfgang is my fave ever

[@HotStrange]

I still play this album a lot. Same with all of their others. Phoenix is a great band. I remember seeing the video to 1901 when MTV still occasionally played music.

[@Spalotube]

Me too

[@mcride1677]

ten years later and still one of my favorite tiny desk concerts

[@defryandreas]

We need new version Phoenix in NPR

[@therocknrollmillennial535]

As someone who is bilingual, I can not imagine writing a coherent song in my second language. Major props to them and all other bands who are brilliant enough to do that.

[@Juntyyy]

If this doesn’t put a smile on your face, you need re evaluate your soul, one of the best Tiny Desk Concerts ever 🙏

[@Thomas-xl8zw]

This is the first tiny desk concert I ever watched and it's my favorite to this day. I'm surprised it doesnt have 10x the views, so underrated!

[@rohan-ghosh]

...from a tiny desk to 15 years later closing the Olympics in Paris. BRAVO!

[@paulcelestino1971]

....Still watching in 2022. One of my fav bands. This is so good !

[@TRADERJOES-t3v]

they are sooo unique😢

[@ghostie7790]

he has a really nice voice!

[@mamab4720]

Hello, 2021 here 👋 Even still these songs have stayed in my alternative playlist. Im amazed with the talent of this band -- the unique singing style of the lead vocalist --- the creativity in the cords and lyrics, put it all together and it's true artistry.

[@chamiechalametparnajovbeto8309]

same heree we have a good taste on music!! 😌🤚🏻😁

[@xXZANDER1994Xx]

I love it when a band's singer sounds good live.

[@fooglez]

I can't explain how mesmerizing this is. Each individual has their own little quirk to them that makes them unique. Everything just molds so well together in a ball of oddity. I love it.

[@jeremybuenaventura808]

i think it's adorable how they whisper in French to each other :)

[@origamigek]

Singer looks like the main character of a really good movie

[@theducvu5196]

Swiss Army Man? :D

[@marceloaguirree]

Wtf does that mean haha

[@oldmate5015]

@@theducvu5196 yes

[@thatspoonybard8013]

From a Wes Anderson film.

[@NaotoNaka]

He’s just french

[@professorrafaellealsilva5821]

It’s 2024 and i still love it! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@johnniespacecakes]

Phoenix is like one of those bands that a lot of people know about but yet they still stay hidden.

[@brandonhoang1712]

Still one of the best tiny desk 11 years later

[@seanbandley]

2021 and still loving this

[@Thejugglingbum]

I've never actually seen these guys and now that I have I like them even more. They're not at all what I pictured in my head.

[@FUSTMUSIC]

dude same! I've been loving this band for a decade and for some reason never got around to seeing them and fucking yes I was shocked. But in a good way! I pictured this very polished act filled with male models who love to party. Turns out they look like regular, down-to-earth people and it honestly just makes it even better.

[@starsinsaturn]

I love Thomas so much when he smiles. he's adorable.

[@kylekoester3085]

Will there ever be a tiny desk this good again?! It’s the perfect tiny desk concert!

[@sarahhoward6259]

playground love was so beautiful

[@fastfeather3025]

They came to an Native casino in Az. They were awesome. One of the very best concerts I’ve been too and definately the most fun ever! 🥰💕 Love them!

[@EYEHATEERIC]

The acoustic version of playground love gives the song new life.So awesome

[@jayhooey9961]

I’m so glad they sound just as good unplugged

[@mezcalchidito]

OMG, I can't believe there is a way to make sound 1901 more beautiful than already is!!!!!!

[@EITSFan]

Vocal sounds so flawless, virtually indistinguishable from the CD version

[@gorosito91]

2021 discovering phoenix? really love it!!

[@astrovenus8345]

One of the most amazing shows I've ever seen. A smaller venue in Salt Lake City, UT circa 2014! This comment is 11-2019. The fact these guys are French just adds to their allure. Hats off to his English. J'aime la France!

[@hamburgermatty]

Merci Phoenix!!! Their music is as timeless as ever 🙌🏻

[@samisoniosborne5288]

After 10yrs I come back to this, and to hear an acoustic version of 1901 brought back so many memories.

[@420fries]

2023 and this is still killing it! 👌

[@lovrboy670]

I loved the performance because they were so focused on making it spun great and it showed!

[@alexissarabia4898]

Its amazing they speak french and have such a hard accent,yet when he sings he sounds American. I don't know how this foreigners get such an American accent, yet when they speak normal English they have a very strong accent.

[@hugosoto3742]

Different parts of the brain🤘 cheers

[@manout-kidin8735]

Hollywood or youtube influence may be

[@olivierb9716]

@@manout-kidin8735 in fact, in france, all movies are in french with french voices

[@artemregenesis629]

A lot of European singers have that transatlantic style of singing, not everybody but there must be a reason for it

[@jacksont1125]

@@artemregenesis629 I think it comes from listening to a lot of American music. They listened to Pixies a lot when they were younger and also Teenage Fanclub who I think are from the UK but also sound American so basically the same

[@clementhofferer4753]

10 years later , but for those wondering , at 2:50, they realized they didn't bring the tempo box

[@davidturner4987]

I have always loved these guys and I really admire singers that can sound this good live with no effects.

[@raggysiel]

Playground love... I could listen to these guys play it all day

[@rileysmith4410]

love this so much. need a new version so badly

[@calliejwells]

One of my all-time favorite Tiny Desk Concerts! I remember watching this the first time & having no idea they were involved with Air or Playground Love which is haunting and beautiful and perfect in Virgin Suicides. Love love love Phoenix!

[@hervevanoise3687]

je suis d'accord avec vous.

[@mars_rocket_badger]

so great to hear them again. I come back from Musilac where the show was crazy good. Pheonix you are in my top ten bands. Thanks for beeing you!

[@41Shyra7]

I think they are one of the purest successful bands around, love them tons

[@patrickmanville3703]

Edgar Allen Poe on the guitar

[@BobbyBazinga]

that was GOLD

[@ACEasterling]

Patrick Manville You should get gold for that comment

[@Sambitdattachaudhuri]

and Wes Anderson on the synth

[@andracatheduckking257]

fun fact, that guy was in a band with Daft Punk before Daft Punk and Phoenix existed

[@LPCS]

FRODO! lol

[@treyhibbard]

This does not feel 10 years ago. What a great NPR desk concert

[@nrein2000]

Phoenix is sooo good. One of my very favorite sounds. Keep on.....

[@alantrick]

Divinamente desengonçados e maravilhosos. Música de qualidade!

[@Biboche23]

Je les aime tellement! Fell in Love with their music from seeing them on a random variety show on TV back home in Paris when i was 11, to now 30 still loving their music and style.

[@bearboyyyyy]

FUCK YEAH PHOENIX shit makes me so happy imma dance i dont care

[@trollpoophead]

Bear Boy Im glad i could make you happy! But seriously these guys are the best

[@bearboyyyyy]

Phoenix Mullendore I have no idea who these guys are, I was actually talking about you.

[@stephaniemcnugg9693]

YES I KNOW

[@Regina-is8om]

Nine years ago, nine years later... A band so sentimental and so perfect like a Phoenix rebirthing from ashes

[@alvaro3980]

I love the little expressions from the lead singer, it's almost like if he was singing from his heart.

[@truthofthematter2892]

Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix is one my favorite albums of all times.

[@GR3EYFAC3S]

This performance kept replaying threw the thin (near non-existent) sleep that happens in the thick of withdrawing from methadone. To make things even more lame, I was in a Detroit jail cell. The beauty of the notes played by these Saints gave me the inner peace that was needed to rise again. That is the magic and power of timeless songs. Thank you PHOENIX.

[@ytcarol]

Very talented group. Loved their song "Too Young" in the movie "Lost In Translation" - you can really see the talent when it's stripped down to bare instruments and voice. And do you notice how good his pitch is?

[@baileyhallfilms]

this acoustic version of tiny desk with phoenix and bandmates is epic, wish I had found this years ago, autoplay ftw.

[@TheRedrubys]

10:13 Playground Love is unexpectedly in! thank you!

[@IAmUnleashed1]

If you're a musician and you didn't get an overwhelming urge to pick up your guitar watching this then I don't know

[@orlandogloom5409]

I am no musician My fingers just felt like moving tho

[@Baumrah]

Love this band! Hearing them acoustic adds so much more.

[@alonsoperez9199]

Dec.22 still like the first time I heard it

[@albablabla]

How much I love them!!! Thomas killed it!

[@swtblood1]

the thumbnail is beautiful

[@jonesey1981]

Are you a photographer too? :P

[@junglegymjessica]

So good. Thomas Mars has a lovely voice.

[@zdonna362]

Brilliant band, stripped down and squeezed into a small space, just real music. So many dumb comments here about how they look, etc. Thomas Mars is beautiful any way you look at him, unique beautiful voice as well.

[@jonnymoka]

What a great guest. Love this performance

[@twincityproductions2369]

The thumbnail brought me here...and so did Phoenix..but mainly the thumbnail.

[@nalukz7072]

Amo el hecho de que sus canciones siguen sonando igual de frescas 12 años después. Con Playground Love se me erizó la piel ❤️

[@leodu561]

0:12 Lisztomania 2:50 Armistice 6:25 1901 10:12 Playground Love

[@isaacjimenez5385]

Love the energy of guitarist

[@cams1806]

I love how they talk to each other when they decide to do one more song at the end They're so cool and cute

[@chamiechalametparnajovbeto8309]

My favorite band 💕😍😘💕👏

[@Stillblissstudios]

Two thumbs up for NPR.

[@sweetgirly8489]

I just love seeing the bond between band members like these. So fortunate to find that shared passion in life...