Rising Appalachia: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

[@WestCoastSpirit70]

I discovered those 2 beautiful young women and their music in 2015 , the year where i started a cancer treatment . In Mexico. I dance on the beach with their music ( it was part of my healing process). In 2020. I am still loving and listening to Rising Appalachia ............alive and well.............Thank you from a young spirit 66 years old woman from Vancouver Island.

[@sarahmeyers1773]

Did you do the gerson therapy?

[@gemma3924]

I’m reading this comment on a beach in Ireland listening to them. Also healing. I first heard them in Vancouver Island under the stars! Amazing. So glad you’re enjoying and living life to the fullest!

[@user-xj6gg5wk8j]

@nadine pleased for you :)

[@jessa8398]

Nadine Flottat, yes young spirit, always!

[@faithperry6307]

Hi Nadine, I am so glad you love this music too! You seem like an amazing soul and I am wishing you the absolute best. Hope you are very well

[@melras13]

Listening to this - an old favorite - while at the hospital preparing for labor. Thank you, Rising Appalachia, for being my companion for many a kitchen dance party, tearful drive, passionate renewal, and moment of parenting - this one included.

[@janbrien9907]

Wow from Burkina Faso to blue grass.......the power of music, a language of its own.

[@girldisappearing6129]

I remember encountering these two jewels about 8 years ago playing on the streets of New Orleans during my traveling days. I am so glad to see that they are receiving some well deserved attention. Love you Leah and Chloe! Thank you Tiny Desk!

[@samarindo]

this gave me goosebumps

[@TiempoNuevo-ew7ty]

It is always a a great joy to recognize talent before fame.

[@carinm.bonifacino]

Outstanding vocals. Great lyrics. Musicianship is top notch. And the last song of the set is RIGHTEOUS!

[@TheMissOmni]

Listening to Rising Appalachia is like walking through a rolling field of wheat in the spring sun. Wonderful lyrics telling an awesome storyone song at a time. Thanks Rising Appalachia and thanks NPR!

[@chelswels1570]

TheMissOmni very true!

[@kennhiser]

OR lime walking through Brooklyn. Privileged hipsters abound like lattes from the sun!!

[@TheMissOmni]

@@kennhiser wot

[@justy5944]

You do much walking through wheat fields?

[@lawrencemccowan]

@@justy5944 prob not....def not in spring lol

[@wernerwatzlaw489]

Magic Folk heals soul and heart ❤. Medicine of encouragement from two wonderful sisters who radiate life-affirming with their band. Thank you for this music. 😊💞💗💖

[@MrMsal1984]

I didn't realize I was gonna be listening to Folk Against the Machine this morning

[@amandaterry2130]

Miguel Salazar Underrated comment

[@SideStreetHustle]

You win 😂

[@MikeRussell517]

I'm not really a Rage Against the Machine fan. Are they political or something?

[@MrMsal1984]

@@MikeRussell517 yes quite a bit lol

[@nitusa3694]

@@MikeRussell517 They're raging against the machine.

[@doreentrees6000]

Two musically and creatively gifted women who embellish the world with their love of natures wisdom with their brilliance of consciousness and expansive awareness. Pure joy!! So deeply grateful for their Light.

[@marykhazakgrant9412]

These two sisters in Rising Appalachia have a wild, fresh sound--which is quite appealing! Bravo! Good Luck!

[@MichelleMrozkowski]

Just adding to the sea of people who love Rising Appalachia. David Brown, that brilliant musician on guitar, also taught my Appalachia-born-bred son to play upright bass through our local arts council. So I was blown away to see him here. I've loved them and had them in constant rotation on my Spotify for years. Thank you, NPR.

[@curtisyoungblood1490]

These Ladies are good harmonizing... their sound is amazing, great lyrics, cool instruments, & both Ladies are a vision of Loveliness. A friend turned me onto Rising Appalachia 2 days ago & I'm such a fan already...I totally love the music & the Ladies both are so cool

[@fieldagent59isintheforest32]

African Appalachian Soul music is how I would categorize this.......... great musicianship, the west African fits this sound like a glove....

[@19DannyBoy65]

*Resilient* (0:00): I am resilient I trust the movement I negate the chaos Uplift the negative I’ll show up at the table, again and again and again I’ll close my mouth and learn to listen These times are poignant The winds have shifted It’s all we can do To stay uplifted Pipelines through backyards Wolves howlin out front Yeah, I got my crew but truth is what I want Realigned and on point Power to the peaceful Prayers to the waters Women at the center All vessels open to give and receive Let’s see the system brought down to it’s knees I’m made of thunder I’m made of lightning I’m made of dirt (yeah) Made of the fine things My father taught me that I’m a speck of dust And this world was made for me So let’s go and try our luck I got my roots down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, deep I got my roots down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, down, deep I got my roots down, down, down, deep I got my roots down, down, down, deep So what are we doing here? What has been done? What are you gonna do about it when the world comes undone? My voice feels tiny and I’m sure so does yours But put us all together we make a mighty roar A mighty roar I am resilient I trust the movement I negate the chaos Uplift the negative I’ll show up at the table, again and again and again I’ll close my mouth and learn to listen ______________________________________ *Medicine* (4:45): Wise men say that rushing is violence And so is your silence When its rooted in compliance To stand firm in loving defiance, Make art your alliance Give voice to the fire Move people to the beat of the wind Gather yourself and begin To dance the song until it ends We are winners, champions of the light Forming in numbers and might Keep the truth close in sight... Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace, I know your face, and I trust your hands. Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace, I know your face, and I trust your hands. Find your teachers in the voice of the forests Unplug, you cant ignore this Wisdom of the voiceless Remedies are bountiful and surround us From the garden to the farthest Prayer made of star dust Find your healing in the music that calls you The voice that enthralls you What do you belong to? Eyes out there’s the setting of the sun Give thanks to each and everyone The lesson is the... Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace I know your face, and I trust your hands. Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace, I know your face, and I trust your hands. I believe in bending backwards and extending In my tracks Trip back Until the lesson is in action and Your yard is feeding Stop stark the disbelieving Cause the garden holds the shards The medicine is in the seeds when We hold tight to our right to protect and We know our might is 10-fold in connection Our elders hold them bright lights We protect them The medicine is evident The wolf, the hawk, the bear clan We hold tight to our right to protect and We know our might is 10-fold in connection Our elders hold them bright lights We protect them The medicine is evident The wolf, the hawk, the bear clan... Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace, I know your face, and I trust your hands. Medicine Woman, Medicine Man Walking with grace, I know your face, and I trust your hands. ______________________________________ *Cuckoo* (11:23): Oh the cuckoo She’s a pretty bird And she warbles as she flies And she nevers Hollers cuckoo Till the fourth day of July Jack of diamonds Jack of diamonds I know you from old You’ve robbed my poor pockets Of my silver and gold Gonna build me A log cabin On a mountain so high So I can See Whitlock As he passes by Oh the cuckoo She’s a pretty bird How I wish she was mine She never drinks whiskey She only drinks wine Oh the cuckoo She’s a pretty bird And she warbles as she flies She never hollers Cuckoo Till the fourth day of July

[@JustaPersonTryinToHuman365]

You are legend

[@tiffanymitchellsetliff5915]

Always appreciate lyric and setlist peeps! Thanks!

[@tammymariasettles4756]

Thank you for lyrics!!!

[@marcmorrison4297]

We have seen them for years. Sister harmonies are hard to beat. As delightful as their music is, they are even more impressive humans. Before and after performances they always took time to speak with my daughters. Great to see them here.

[@tomfacts]

Medicine Song has a whole new powerful meaning in Coronavirus world. Makes me think of all the men and women doctors, nurses who've dedicated there life's to learning medicine, and protecting elders and helping others. This Song should be played on all radio stations at 7PM.

[@ktiffy9213]

Yeah, let us not forget that brave and fearless, Dr. Fausti for keeping us all up to date

[@pzee83]

NPR keeps giving us the greatest of all times. The grammy isn't even worthy of awarding these great minds.

[@agapewhatsherface7367]

I know the Grammys dont honor true talent

[@yamomzameanskeet]

This music is very cool and has a nice vibe to it. NPR tiny desk has truly expanded my taste in music; genres that I never would have thought I'd begin to enjoy. Much appreciated platform for showcasing musicianship.

[@o0musique0o]

yamomzameanskeet 🤙💯

[@audriclacour9975]

You're right NPR is Awesome!!!

[@jaywebb4992]

You said it.

[@IMSOCool271]

If you like these girls Nahko medicine fot the people an mike love also good listens.

[@urbannorth8641]

Their music allows me to mentally travel and feel beautiful for just being a Wolf Woman... It's just Earthy and Sensual!

[@ringodaisy7]

I had the pleasure of seeing these beautiful sisters perform in Ashland, Oregon and hearing Leah Song with Climbing Poetree in 2014 on Maui and I have to say, being in their presence and music is just something else.

[@PositiveZ7]

Of all the Tiny Desk concerts I have viewed so far, this group seems to communicate with each others eyes more so than most. I love it, very connected.

[@rinjaminbutton]

They're sisters! Could have something to do with their telepathy ;)

[@keithr4691]

Wow! Not what I expected. Very unique & talented performers. They deserve a Grammy!!!

[@stevensedaliamusic]

amazing all the folks hearing these sisters for the first time. I love to see them reach new ears!

[@marcscordato4385]

I avoided the banjo most of my life then I discovered Bela Fleck that changed everything . Today I’m a Banjo fan lovely vocals lovely harmonies wonderful performance very nice .

[@shinichiyoshinaga5511]

I understand you. As for me it was Tony Trischka.

[@nprmusic]

That's awesome, have you seen the Bela Fleck And Abigail Washburn Tiny Desk Concert? kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJexnZ6njZybosU

[@jakegeisert2600]

@@nprmusic Seeing Bela and Abigail tonight in Eau Claire and Rising Appalachia this summer at Blue Ox Festival! Stoked!!!!

[@helenacamden4149]

i saw Bela Fleck at Red Rocks. talk about beautiful

[@nightfrailer]

Never avoid the banjo.

[@lebarondelestac5121]

One of my favorite discoveries on NPR These people are full of positive and enthusiastic thoughts Thanks

[@ninalatimer874]

What an amazing group of musicians! They obviously love sharing music together. They are what makes America beautiful...

[@bluesoncamera]

This is absolutely one of the best sounding live recordings on the internet, beautiful music, amazing singing, wonderful voices ,lovely flow in timing, I'll repeat it every week, like I do with Mother Falcion an d Chris Thile, thank you NPR Tiny desk , one of the most natural sounding desks, buy yourself a top notch stereo, place the speakers left/right from the screen, amd you'll feel like you are there.Thank you so much Tiny desk and all the fanatastic musucians filling my nights, no time to sleep !

[@shanelennon912]

I have wanted them to be on NPR for so long such a rooted band.Wish there was more is this kind of music around🙏

[@hawksnestvision]

Thank goodness you're out in the world raising the rising consciousness. I am grateful for your loving mysterious gifts. We're listening... with our great mother. ♥️

[@sirsvarietyshow9732]

They always give me the best kind of chills when I listen to them sing! So much magic in their lyrics!

[@expandingspirit3652]

@Chloe Smith & @Leah Song.... Hands up~ swaying with you on my porch. Thank you so much for the intimacy. Such gorgeous souls. MUAH!

[@mindful.monkey.movement]

Honor the treaties!!!!! Good to see this music at the perfect time when it is needed, thank you!!!

[@SteveA61172]

I had the pleasure of seeing them live in Cincinnati last fall, so much love and energy! We met them before the show, very kind and humble.

[@truthnfreedomseeker]

Love, love, love! I had the privilege of seeing these beautiful sisters perform in our tiny town of Motueka, New Zealand. Definitely a musical highlight of my life. So grateful for their heart opening, conscious raising, body grooving music!

[@thesuncollective1475]

Medicine..sounds like a Marley song...crazy good...

[@marcelopmachado]

I do the same in Brasil

[@PentameronSV]

*_0:00_**_ - Resilient_* 3:45 / 3:58 *_4:45_**_ - Medicine_* 9:23 / 9:35 *_11:23_**_ - Cuckoo_* 17:04

[@juliasharp2857]

I am tickled pink that Rising Appalachia is on Tiny Desk! I actually jumped out my chair! I've followed these girls for a while now and they are simply fantastic!!! Thank you!!!! xoxo

[@taylorstevens9675]

Absolutely love and appreciate these two incredible humans! So much love. Peaceful deep breaths exhale inhale and begin again

[@tcanetti5446]

I always thought Rising Appalachia fit so good with Tiny Desk, I was waiting for the moment!!! Thank you much for bringing these amazing artists

[@Thepath99]

Whenever I am having a bad day or when the News of the world overwhelms me I listen to them... it fill up my heart with hope for the future it brightens my day like the warm sunlight .

[@urthmathazo6599]

Aaaaaah YES. Much LOVE and irie vibes to the Smith Sisters all the way from Cape Town 🇿🇦✨ Thank you to the NPR tiny desk team for finally bringing this dynamic and powerful duo onto your platform and family. Niza nini eMzansi torho ndiyanicela nizosisikelela ngalomculo wenu. Siyanithembisa sizonuohatha kakuhle kanjani 🙏🏾🤗

[@kevinp4323]

OMG that recording and mastering quality is superb. That percussion on the frist song sounds so real.

[@nprmusic]

Our engineer, Josh Rogosin, is a magician!

[@ralfoswald2847]

@@nprmusic so it is !!!

[@bluefoxfox1459]

Josh rogosin has recently done an AMA on reddit. Check it out!

[@clutchplays2549]

@@nprmusic his work had me hooked right out the gate, i remember thinking who ever is in charge of recording over at tiny desk is just absolute world class all i do is listen to live recordings on youtube and his work is the top of the class ;]

[@SoulAmbassador]

This artist makes me feel nostalgic. Music like this is why I started my channel

[@generobinson9750]

Agreed yes it is very soulful

[@christalc1260]

Yes they have a great sound

[@nilestucker7184]

It has this wind beneath my wings feeling

[@flowersafeheart]

They are so strong and passionate. "My voice sounds tiny and I'm sure so does yours. But put us all together we make a mighty roar."💗💪

[@Cyb3rHippy]

These ladies Live is an amazing experience. I saw them at red rock with Trevor hall April of ‘22. Despite the power outages they did a fantastic job. Thank you both for being authentic and inspirational!

[@sandytrull98]

Thank you for standing at the rock !! Love your music and you all !!

[@incredibleindigowaters]

This is the cutest most lively Tiny Desk I’ve ever seen

[@edakitty03]

First time I have heard of them I let this ride though I love it I was at work and couldn’t change my music st the time and I’m glad I didn’t they have a new fan Resilient caught my attention immediately

[@54Lizbeth]

Leah and Chloe have so much swag

[@aking8134]

That ngoni on Medicine...whew. Heck, every instrument all three songs were amazing!

[@yanceyrobertson2414]

Cuckoo brought chills up my spine. Great musicians who are at their best when they play the old tunes. Exceptionally talented clawhammer banjo playing. Who knew Chloe was that good on the banjo? I thought she was just guitar and fiddle, as if that weren't enough.

[@bennolyon]

Biko Casini! Proud of you Farm brother, doing good works in the world :). Honor the treaties indeed

[@MaxRibner]

Love it Rising Fam!

[@marcuservin2167]

Blessed to have Discovered these Sisters and their Band a few years ago 🎵🎼🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@6kidsand8cupsofcoffee]

I love these gurls!!!! This group....Soul food.

[@erothegardener]

This is wonderful. Beautiful hearts. Deeply needing this music in this time. Also appreciating the close-ups of "Honor The Treaties"

[@scottmeyers1903]

A lot of people now don't know how much Appalachian music had an influence on American Folk , Old-time , hillbilly and buck dance music all which would later influence ROCK a Billy and finally southern ROCK and Roll it's wonderful to hear a new take on a classic sound good job 👍❤👏👏👏👏

[@tylercano1489]

Been watching these sisters since the beginning and now look at them. God is good!!! Wow! 🕊🌄🌟

[@michaeltingle816]

I LOVE TO WATCH THESE 2 GALS SING --- THEY ARE SO MUCH INTO THEIR MUSIC WITH ALL THE HAND MOVEMENTS AND THEIR SWAYING THEIR BODIES ---- YOU CAN TELL THAT THEY LOVE THEIR MUSIC AND IT MAKES YOU ENJOY IT AS MUCH AS THEY DO !!!!!!

[@MeAndTheBoys_]

Medicine is a good song. I never knew that i would hear reggae from Appalachian region. Nice to hear a song with intelligible words and a story to boot. Very good. Keep going ladies.

[@gsco82]

I really enjoyed this concert. Very unique group playing wonderful acoustic music. Kudos to whoever selects the musical groups for the Tiny Desk concerts.

[@Chris-rq4uu]

Wow. I can't help but think Rising Appalachia on tour with Nahko and Medicine for the People would be absolutely epic!

[@anselringler]

They have played together, I've seen it a couple times :)

[@msaawillis]

They have been on tour with them and have music as well.. I'm a big fan and have seen them all together at several different music festivals.. Amazing talent If you are ever able to chk one or 2 out here are a cpl.. u will get to catch them at @pyromusicandartsfestival by way of Ohio (Nelson's ledges and lost lands) Shangri la by way of Minnesota (Harmony Park)

[@lisar6453]

They were both booked at the Resonance Festival when it was here in Ohio a few years back...bought new camping gear and all but, due to vehicle issues, we didn't go (ticket money went to repairs). Very disappointing. Those two bands (and maybe with Shaky Graves too!) would be my dream show!

[@KarmahighSpirit]

So happy to see these beauties share the power of their music on a such a wonderful platform to the masses. These times are poignant and they have always been on point in my personal opinion. Thanks so much sisters for always sharing your medicine with the people. Glad to have been a witness for many years now. Blessed be to your continued journey. You are all such magic!

[@riccardomusiu510]

Wow how wonderful 💗 they are truly exceptional, pure talents! Music for the heart. At 2:54 one of the singers also simulated the echo sound, Wow they are perfectionists! Wonderful 😍👏👏👏👏👌💓🎶 thank you so much, Like! 👍 Congratulations !! Cheers!💗😉✌🇮🇹

[@victoriao7039]

It's like the music is absolutely overflowing from behind a tiny desk, wild and frolicking in its nature.

[@thebloodyshambles]

You guys are amazing, what an amazing session. I am a singer song writer from Scotland and I play Bodhran, this is truly beautiful. great combinations, first class delivery. Thank you so much.

[@tomas5376]

How enjoyable. Great band with a message! Bring them back!👍✌️😊🙏🏼🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵

[@donnawalko2937]

finally some national recognition of these awesome loving women

[@stan_newjeans1345]

Beautiful, ever considered having LP (Laura Pergolizzi) on NPR tiny desk concert!!!! Would love to see her on here!!!!

[@RonWinter335]

Thank you...I'm leaving this feeling joyful, hopeful and resilient.

[@jasonjonck]

Love this! Best tiny desk concert ever!!

[@rouge1297]

The evolution of "Medicine" over the years is astonishing. Its wonderful to hear their sound evolve as they do

[@nealsmith6035]

Absolutely beautiful made me smile from the first note to the last the world is a better place because of music like this it lifts the heart Thank you

[@rylanpeery1925]

put us all together and make a mighty roar (!!)

[@laurensiede9005]

HI! I am Sweden and just found you on the internet. You guys rock! Your music and energy is wonderful! Thank you!

[@robertstephens165]

The music expresses the band. They have there own sound. a very peaceful easy listening original twist. Great performance, fun to watch. I am a new fan.

[@honeypeggylou]

So beautiful and uplifting ❤😊

[@earthmama_luma]

This has made my day!!! I saw them live once at a festival in s.f. They are amazing.

[@alimills4238]

Sooo Brilliant & Beautiful! Feeling The Ancestors.....and All The Light.....Sooo Much at This Time.... LOVE YOU!! You're WONDERFUL! Big Love To You.....And ALL From London! 💥🌈🌎💖🧚‍♀️💖🌎🌈💥

[@susannapedretti7877]

Just wonderfull Thank You beautifull Women for the so 🌿🤸🏿‍♀️🕊

[@jackettech]

Asheville represent!

[@tracyannfarwell2657]

Amazing ,Beautiful, wonderful!

[@natyt2010]

OMG IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE FOREVER

[@nprmusic]

So glad you finally get to see it! Did you know you can watch Tiny Desk Concerts on npr.org one week before they go live on KZbin? Check it out: www.npr.org/tinydesk

[@mstewart109]

@@nprmusic - where can you suggest performers on your site,? Hmmmm Teddy Swims is amazing? And Beth Hart.

[@ramyatn1953]

Alyssn, same here. The number of times that I've checked this channel for this concert from the time it was posted on one of their insta stories!!

[@bunnysinc5267]

Me too!

[@islandgal2583]

alyssn wonderland - well I never even heard of them before 🙈👀 Was pretty interesting !

[@frankg4668]

Just when I was going to get some sleep you bless us again NPR 👏🏽

[@nprmusic]

we do what we can, hope you get some sleep later!

[@lauragonzalez33]

They are the best !

[@AdrianDunevein]

Hope you ladies show up at the table again and again and again and again! Beautiful

[@chelswels1570]

I have never heard of this group before but they have a delightful sound! Thanks once more NPR for the exposure ❤️

[@george-vhs]

Wow! That was some amazing music, loved every minute !!! In the last song I couldn’t help but hear Townes van Zandt !!!

[@volcaniadread]

Have a great day everyone 💙

[@errolfellows409]

MAGNIFICENT!! My 3rd time listening and watching, but there will be much, much more!

[@FromTacoma]

Love love love this! So much good music out there to bring in the new era. One People, many colors.

[@jenniferyoung4121]

Thank you Leah & Chloe... Earth Angels 😇....Sisters in Spirit! Your music inspires me💜✨

[@jeanmacdonald9735]

Your music is beautiful and touched my soul. Thankyou my lovelies 💓💖💗 all the way from Scotland uk 🇬🇧

[@agapewhatsherface7367]

Been waiting for them to be on tiny desk this makes me so happy

[@lyramurphy5995]

The day before this was posted, I questioned why Rising Appalachia didn’t have a Tiny Desk concert. Ask and you shall receive

[@taniab1914]

Absolutely fantastic music and groove!!! Thank you so much!!!! Touching deep in to my Heart and Soul!

[@renitagriffin6998]

This is good medicine. Well done!

[@cesarscissorhands]

I feel like I’m in kindergarten and it’s THE GREAT AMERICAN TEACH IN. 😍😍😍

[@sivagurupathamvadivelu680]

Thank you. You just nourished me 🙏☮️

[@aguamentiwarriorprincess]

Yesssssss! Have loved this duo for years. They are so talented!