Snarky Puppy - Thing of Gold (groundUP)

Snarky Puppy - Thing of Gold
From the live DVD "groundUP"
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Recorded and filmed live (free of overdubs) on December 16, 2011, at Shapeshifter Lab in Brooklyn, New York, for GroundUP Music. For more information and upcoming tour dates, please visit groundup.ropead... or www.snarkypuppy....
Written, arranged, and produced by Michael League.
Personnel:
Shaun Martin - Moog (solo)
Bill Laurance - piano
Cory Henry - organ
Justin Stanton - Fender Rhodes
Mark Lettieri - guitar
Bob Lanzetti - guitar
Chris McQueen - guitar
Michael League - bass
Nate Werth - percussion
Keita Ogawa - percussion
Marcelo Woloski - percussion
Robert "Sput" Searight - drums
Andy Hunter - trombone
Jay Jennings - trumpet and flugelhorn (solo)
Maz - trumpet
Chris Bullock - sax
Zach Brock - violin
Maria Im - violin
Roni Gan - viola
Jody Redhage - cello
Engineered by Eric Hartman, Diko Shoturma, and Avi Gunther.
Filmed by Andy LaViolette, Brad Holt, Simon C.F. Yu, and Caroline Stucky.
Mixed by Eric Hartman.
Mastered by Scott Hull at Masterdisk NYC.

[@yahubatorres389]

Had to come back and rewatch this after hearing of Shaun’s passing. His solo on this song is what hooked me on this band from the jump. RIP

[@rhowebassoon]

Same here. So sad

[@tayd1985]

Same bro same 🥲

[@jonashormann5700]

When I heard of Shaun's passing, this is the video I immediately went to. RIP Shaun Martin.

[@gm5365]

me too

[@thereal_k1n6_adrian5]

Facts

[@rivergumrob]

RIP Shawn. What a gift from God his life and music was. ❤️

[@daniel.espinotx]

RIP Shaun Martin, one of my favorite keyboard players 😭Thing of Gold was the song that drew me to Shaun and his music, I listen to this song at least once a week 😥

[@analogikahamburg]

Same.

[@analogikahamburg]

Shaun: this video and your work here were what roped me into Snarky Puppy. You touched my heart, you touched my life, you will always live on in the people you reached. Thank you. Rest in peace.

[@biowalebhaiyya]

Dropping it here so when in future some one likes this it makes me come back and visit this gold.

[@lawrencewang3327]

It's time

[@IAmRashadHoward]

RIP Shaun Martin (organ)

[@fatsnackaasmr6873]

@@IAmRashadHowardhe’s on the synth. Cory Henry is on the organ

[@fatsnackaasmr6873]

This is the first song I let my son hear of snarky puppy. He was 4 at the time and Shaun’s part in this song brought him so much happiness. so much so, it brought him to tears of joy. My son is 12 now, an incredible drummer and loves playing synthesizers. Snarky Puppy has been one of our favorite bands ever since we discovered this song years ago. The power of music is amazing. We were so saddened by the news of his passing but we want to Thank you Shaun for your gift and influence. Rest in Heaven sir. 🤍

[@emilioguzmanalvarez420]

RIP Shaun. Saw Snarky back in 2017 and this was the first song they played. It changed my life and im forever grateful to Shaun and the others. This is a sad day.

[@JHar7]

Rest Easy, Shaun. You will be greatly missed

[@wallace4546]

RIP Shaun, just had to come here today and remind myself of the best solo ever recorded

[@milesmakesnoise]

RIP Shaun Martin, his playing makes this song so perfect

[@nutloaf]

The Shaun's solo!!! nuff said.

[@b.l.1414]

I swear these guys have a God-like understanding of music theory and composition.

[@MaintainMundane]

Agreed, though still human they are among the most knowledgeable individuals on the topic of composition and music theory.

[@creamusjones1568]

Yes they're level is God like the vibration is high

[@kerryfoerster1767]

@Oscar Davids Your ears are at fault here, Oscar. The music is special.

[@drgospeligbede]

You stated the obvious truth

[@charllesm]

Agree 💯✨

[@neosyndrome8931]

Sharing this in light of the recent sad news: This was the first song I’d ever heard by snarky puppy and my attention was undoubtedly grabbed due to Shaun Martins playing and solo. I remember it so vividly. It was a weekend before a marching band contest in 2012 and we were doing our stretches before our rehearsal on our high school football field. We always had music playing during this time on a radio or speaker of some sort and this day my band director just happened to be playing this song. I remember hearing the keys and turning around to my best friend to give him the look of “are you hearing this right now?” And of course he was already looking at me laughing because clearly we were thinking the same thing. As soon as stretches were over we both went up to our director to ask what song and group that was and that’s how we discovered one of our absolute favorite bands together. We saw them live in Dallas at least three times together after that. Unfortunately my friend is also no longer here but it gives me more peace knowing now he can jam with Shaun Martin up above. ❤️ R.I.P. Shaun Martin

[@daniellecoley88]

I've seen this video a million times, but for some reason today, I started crying when I got to the end. I can't explain how or why music touches me the way it does, but I'm always incredibly moved by how musicians pour their souls into their craft. They give their all just to give us 6 minutes of auditory pleasure. It's incredible to me!

[@thage7729]

For me, it is realizing the audience "gets it" at the end that I always get misty eyed over... the possibility that they actually understand how groundbreaking and remarkable this music is.

[@ShawnTheDriver]

I agree man! At around 5:34 is when I think the audience finally understands. That lady gleaming in the corner, the guys smiling to each other, most of everyone is bobbing to the beat....and at 5:46, those long notes....all of it coming together.....man. This band really is incredible.

[@TomasiAkimeta]

@@ShawnTheDriver dude I just realized... that lady in the corner is actually Magda Giannikou, she did a song w/ them on Family Dinner Vol 1, Amor t'es La

[@estebandaniel5711]

This is gay

[@jrobtrader]

Dude...same

[@nigelnunes]

Shaun Martin's line over that key change at 5:30 is honestly a better than drugs.

[@slowpokeproductions]

And Cory's stank face confirms it. Legend.

[@zupanthecampingdude]

@@slowpokeproductions hah! yeah I didnt notice that before. - But shoyarite - and I was wondering, not that its relavant, it looks like the kid from breaking bad is in the audience.

[@monstermuxx]

Watching this with my three year old daughter, when the song ended she went: I wanna make music too! 😁

[@monstermuxx]

Joao Carvalho Thank you, I'm glad to hear that! I feel you, I was lucky we had a guitar at home and my dad knew just enough to teach me the basics, allthough he always told me I shouldn't get my hopes up on getting good. I would do anything to encourage my daughter to make music if she wants to. Listening Snarky Puppy is a good start!

[@ennui_cherub]

+Graafmachine dude that is so amazing. i read this and got a little misty eyed because sometimes i forget how much music impacts people and how much it does for humanity

[@innanoshe]

+Graafmachine and you went on to say " silly girl, no you dont want to be broke"

[@monstermuxx]

+Inna Goroh Haha, I don't think musicianship equals being broke. I'm not a full time musician though.

[@monstermuxx]

+Sam Ramos right you are. Music is an awesome way of expressing yourself!

[@derryohalloran]

I've listened to this song hundreds upon hundreds of times. Shaun Martin never fails to bring joy to my face with that solo.

[@albertocarra6450]

Same here.

[@cjtoota1]

Yessir!

[@aidanmarr5227]

It's the exact same way with nearly every solo of his that I've heard

[@Jessea5737]

Dermot O'Halloran this comment is my life

[@Willinthehall]

Bless that man's music

[@benmelancon7278]

Shaun Martin’s music will live on forever. What a blessing this performance is

[@EoMarcos]

my favorite song from Snarky Puppy and one of the best solos of Mr. Shaun Martin. Rest in peace, Shaun. 😭

[@njabulogule1031]

A friend of mine who’s now late introduced me to the band via this song. I miss him every time I hear it but I’m never sad because this song brings me so much joy.

[@TheRedOctoberProject]

These guys talked about the writing of this song at a workshop they did near me a while back. They said that the original groove for the chorus was a standard 4/4 beat with the snare on 2 and 4, and actually played it that way for us... crazy how something as simple as a snare on the downbeat can completely take a song from 'pretty good' to 'sweet, decadent ear candy.'

[@layerfitz1309]

If music on earth sounds like this just imagine what music heaven sounds like

[@giacomocasartelli5503]

Or maybe this is the music of a Heaven on Earth

[@rahinhaider]

Isn't that just an augmented scale?

[@devanwiech]

Fictional?

[@christopherdoyle6193]

I can't wait!

[@justchilling704]

@@devanwiech ?

[@DrumJam28]

Kenya Airways plays this on board now as welcoming and before-landing BGM. We traveled from Hong Kong to Ghana this summer with a couple of stops. It was always nice to listen to this tune "Thing of Gold", especially when flying over the old 'Gold Coast' (now called Ghana). My 12 yr old daughter told me about the title and the band!! Snarky Puppy is reaching out to the young generations!! WOOHOO.

[@joelikesthings]

Woah that's actually really cool, your daughter has great taste in music! Haha

[@sylvanusannoryeboah2392]

Hey..i'm from Ghana

[@Jachael123]

The drop at 5:31 gives me goosebumps every damn time man. The key change, the way the winds come back in with Shaun's rapid solo, the whole vibe, it's just awesome!

[@duchessoflangley6894]

Beautiful isn’t it?

[@deannadacosta4231]

absolutely right, keyboards totally changed the game, the game was already great but ah man all I can do is sigh...

[@1205Ydoc]

This does something to my soul.

[@Eden_Rubin_Music]

His playing was a thing of gold 😌 RIP bro! 🥹

[@nathanjames4242]

3:44 to the end is honestly one of the most beautiful grooves I have ever heard in my life.

[@si1995gtnupe1997]

Yep; it’s like rays of sunshine piercing the clouds. Hopeful, even.

[@cjtoota1]

Shaun utterly ate that Moog up like Cap'n Crunch w/ crunchberries!!

[@Quinngermin]

Hahaha!!

[@TokyoBlue587]

Now I want a Moog just to play around on

[@7strandsofrope]

A gospel praise team is what brought me here. Absolutely fantastic!!

[@mikkiismyname]

Oh wow, that's interesting because I always wondered if the inspiration for this jewel was spiritual. At least it is for me

[@lukeglass2263]

Rest in peace Shaun Martin. Absolute monster of melody, chops and attitude. Grateful we have so much to listen to including this masterpiece

[@lexibrowning7447]

Snarky Puppy performances always feel like they're shaping the path of music for the next 30 years

[@will4282]

One of the most important songs ive ever heard - havent listened in years, but came back to send Shaun off. Thank you for givinf us so much music. RIP Shaun.

[@thiquynhchinguyen8671]

if there is any fusion/jazz/modern ultra jazz that can bring tears to my eyes every single time I listen to, and make me see this life more colorful, more magical, that could only be Snarky Puppy.

[@zsecuvu6955]

The flugelhorn solo gets me every time. Like dang dude!

[@JontrellBoone1]

I was grinning ear to ear through 75% of this video. Real musicians

[@ComicalConqueror]

+J. Boone (Abiydan Malka) the other 25???

[@aisaiahcosey5130]

+W. Hunter .Lynn endless sobbing tear of joy

[@loganflood2606]

J. Boone and the other percent you were slobbing your own knob

[@arrangeert-jp4lf]

A suitable entrance ticket to heaven, this Thing of Gold. You’ve earned it, Mr. Shaun Martin.

[@bronnstar8007]

Thank You Shaun Martin. Rest In Peace. 🙏🏽

[@wastedninjadude]

Holy moly... the end of this tune brought me to tears.

[@kwamenkrumah6497]

for real.

[@athomaswrites]

Ok!

[@Parawhore34]

my jazz professor showed us this in class and i finally found it after like 30 mins of searching!!

[@DodgeTazer]

RIP Shaun Martin - had to come back for that synth, you live on forever through your work

[@danielthedude]

This is what music should be. So many different people with so many different lives and skill sets coming together and creating a masterpiece far greater than the sum of their parts. Godspeed, y'all.

[@T.BISCUIT]

SHAUN MARTIN FOREVER ❤️✨

[@christianchesanek4167]

RIP Shawn. I can’t help but smile and tear up when I hear the synth line come one. Miss you man.

[@owenptaylor]

Man, some people are so special their time with us is limited before they're called home. Like so many others, this song - this solo instantly connected with my musical soul and I was forever a Snarky Puppy & Shaun Martin fan. It's so great that anyone who watches this video gets to see a glimpse of his greatness. Rest in peace.

[@dmljones2550]

Love this tune. It’s chorus is so melodic. Shaun Martin huge on the Moog.

[@liyasakha]

This Band is THE THING Of GOLD,for me right now!!

[@patxmcq]

Shaun’s solo on this is immortal!!!! Rest in peace maestro, you are loved and missed !!!!

[@bumpus.-_-.2]

One of the most simple yet complex compositions I've heard from snarky puppy and now hearing the passing of Shaun Martin it makes this performance ever more special may he rest in peace 🕊🖤

[@eliziusraz4823]

Snarky Puppy plays such a big amount of different types of jazz Its incredible As a child from these days one normally doesnt hear to jazz music But Snarky Puppy beats all other bands with songs I really like This tune is so beautiful The part in the beginning when Shaun starts playing the moog with the violins makes me nearly cry always Sorry for my english Im from Germany and 17

[@feliciataylor550]

Moog and Modulation never made me feel any happier than right now! :-)

[@King-Vis]

The first Snarky Puppy song I ever listened, must've been around 2013. Became a big fan since!

[@StewartGartland]

Totally awesome, tears of joy streaming down my face at the amazing beauty of this piece, arms waving around playing imaginary everything, speakers so loud they're almost distorting!!! Thank god I'm alone or I'd look like a goose:-) For everyone's sake Snarky Puppy but especially mine, keep doing what you're doing.

[@8thNoteRecording]

LOL!!! I feel the same way my friend!! #Musicianship

[@jeromes5183]

It's almost the redeeming artwork for this century. Amazing how much hope and joy can come from melody and creative expression.

[@legolwa]

so true. gives me hope and joy. nonetheless, i still gotta cut off the bassist's man bun. mutha!

[@mattsnow134]

That bassist is none other than, Michael League himself, the mastermind behind Snarky Puppy and this amazing musical feeling you are experiencing so he can do whatever the hell he wants! Don't be hatin! XD

[@wallomaie1752]

I feel you bro...and I am a chunk of a man to be bawling my eyes out like this

[@bristolpre-conservatoire5333]

Any time I'm needing a lift I just come back to this and the Moog solo. Cryingly good. Love it.

[@frankeerie503]

Amazing flugelhorn solo! That transition out of the c#9 to b flat minor 9 was so flawless!

[@MrLowercase42]

Definitely

[@marcoguitarsolo]

@Beau Pellowski which part is that?

[@marcelomellado1969]

@Beau Pellowski I've seen it like a I to a VI. Why you see in those enharmonics?

[@EugeneTsai]

RIP Shaun Martin. Learned to program my Moog to sound just like you, you were one of my biggest inspirations in jazz piano/synth solos. RIP

[@nathanjames4242]

I can't stop listening to this . . . I might need prayer.

[@teamofprosvideo]

This is prayer!

[@cjtoota1]

teamofprosvideo most definitely!! Solace at it's best!!

[@michaelcurtis4616]

HAHAHAHA!!

[@1205Ydoc]

How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! I could live in this music, and it in me.

[@danielthedude]

All the people of the world coming together to create something greater than what could be accomplished on their own. It's a beautiful thing.

[@TheVinylSpin]

Just saw these cats live tonight in Montreal. All brilliant musicians and really down to earth people. Good music, good vibes.

[@roryclarkmusic]

This is one of my all-time favourite tracks. So inspiring. That is such a beautiful melody on the Moog - really lyrical. Love the way they take the tune through several key changes.

[@davidian3412]

yeah, including variations on the theme as well :-)

[@Zwedish_bass]

RIP Shaun 💔💔💔💔😭😭😭😭

[@_praximus]

Rest easy King Shaun!

[@charlesjackson4003]

King Shaun

[@albertjoshua3785]

the percussion guy from japan is using my national musical instrumen, it's called the "angklung" and originated from West Java,Indonesia

[@makenzileg]

Cool! :D

[@Tabiguma]

+albert joshua It is also common here in Thailand as a beginner's introduction to traditional music, thanks to Indonesia!

[@kejuenak3835]

albert joshua wei broooooo ada juga Indo yg demen snarky puppy :v

[@rafiirmdhn]

banggakan!

[@yhwach3566]

hadir hadir hadirrrrrrrrrr hahahahaaaaa

[@the_voidgazer]

RIP Shaun. You will be missed. Your lines here have always been an inspiration to me; it gives me this sense of hope that I actually never felt before listening to this track. The world has lost a beautiful soul.

[@williammjs]

How privileged were those who were able to watch this show live using headphones

[@iandoesallthethings]

I always want this tune to just keep going. Just infinite loop, no end or beginning.

[@paulzo7474]

This is the perfect answer for why the arts should NOT be cut from education. I wish I could have been in this audience.

[@ftlove2001]

RIP Shaun thank you for everything!!

[@fishmanfishmanfishman]

damn. that synth player just kills it. they're all killin' it. always. hell yeah

[@jordanwilliams5769]

My music teacher introduced me to this song and now I absolutely love it.

[@kenbuckley6605]

Such emotional music that is BEYOND tasty and carries so many personal roots from each individual pup being expelled into this track. Many, many thanks for your touch.

This is the most beautiful piece of art that I ever had the privilege to experience. Tears of joy are still running at the 100th play. Truly wonderful what music can make to our minds, without a doubt, music is the lingua franca of humanity, capable of fusing all of us into one true-self. Thanks Snaky Puppy, Hoping that somehow I’ll return to others some of the immense joy and bliss that you have given to us all. Keep it rockin’ it daaamn

[@damankj]

I’ve listened to this song so many times over the years, and each time it’s just magical. The rhythm, harmony, and melody of this song were wonderfully assembled. It’s one of Snarky Puppy’s best.

[@adrianduchniak]

I literally cried during Shaun's solo. This amazing progression + his tasteful playing is just amazing

[@cybermiguelo]

I just simply can't listen this song enough. Every time I hear it I find something new.

[@matiskaater]

That happen to me with every Snarky puppys songs

[@drumandball]

Ahhhhhh! Too much talent in one room!

[@sadrachebenezer6524]

Rest in peace Shaun, you’re very remarkable, especially this GOLDY solo synth by you

[@billabbott6092]

Saw them live last night in Vancouver. Unfrikinbelievable!!!! The coolest writing I have heard in a long time. Total free form and I don't think I counted more than a few 16 bar sections without an odd bar or push that turned the time around, and they make it look effortless. More please....!!!

[@RyanTanuwijaya]

That Shaun Martin solo at the end never failed to bring tears to my eyes. So beautiful...

[@jnjtv7737]

I CAN'T IMAGINE HOW THEY CREATE SONG LIKE THIS .. I REALLY LIKE "SNARKY PUPPPY"...

[@Gyniecakes]

RIP Shaun Martin. Your music would live on in our hearts.

[@peterteare2782]

Discovered SP a few weeks ago. I grew up on Milt Jackson, Return to Forever, and Joe Farrell. Never thought I would hear music like that again. The heart and soul these guys put into their music is breathtaking.

[@MultiIlikeyou]

The horn section at 4:52 when Shaun started his solo is so soothing

[@AshLovesToSkate]

RIP Shaun. A legend of all time.

[@51ESH]

When good young musicians from all backgrounds come together for the love of jazz

[@brenttauromusic]

The original. The best. Period.

[@ianoo11]

I have never once ever been FEELING MYSELF as much as that man was with his solo at the end. AMAZING

[@RayfieldA]

When society returns back to normal, AND IT WILL, I truly look forward to seeing these guys play Live! I only hope they'll still do it as Cosy like This performance was. ❤️

[@TheAntoineHaywood]

This IS gold! Simply can't stop listening to this joint. It's on constant repeat. Talk about taking a breath of fresh air.

[@rodanste]

I've been listening to this every day for a few months now, and it still makes me happy EVERY time I hear it. Beautifully composed song with incredible musicians involved

[@IkechiUkazu]

that melody tho...

[@Zeal808]

Ike Ukazu for real

[@onetwoBias]

I love how the bassist turns around to conduct the string section in the moog part! So much musicality!

[@oeliasaugusto]

1:10 - That part always makes me stop everything that i'm doing and appreciate the song. Marvelous.

[@TheProfessorpapa]

Unbelievable talent here. What a gift to the world these musicians are!

[@TheHappyLeperBeaver]

I was bored, exercising on my instrument, decided to take a break, got on this masterpiece, leaved it with a smile and a warm sensation of well being as well as the will to struggle with mountains. Must have been at least the 50th time I'm listening to these genius and Shaun Martin ... you are an all time inspiration. Thank you. One day I will transcribe all your work in this tune. I'm getting back on my guitar, see you very soon gents :)

[@Vano-ss2le]

Haven't listened to this beautiful piece for a while, and just browsed and saw the comments on Shaun Martin passing to the other worlds. RIP Shaun Your music was the thing of gold

[@dazzarg5]

Amazing.. love how all the elements come together.. and the guy on the moog!! Favorite band since The Roots

[@bebez4life]

It's Great :) love it !!!

[@eddie160994]

I unliked this, just so I could like it again. Perfect music

[@athomaswrites]

KMSL! We all feel the same way! They're on tour all summer. Not in the U.S. though :(

[@yemowang5877]

The groove from 3:44 has been my all time favorite: it accents beat 1 and 2 and to me it sounds like heart beat - a perfect match for the significantly touching melody whilst providing brilliant impulse to drive the movement..

[@hojumoney3614]

How long will we miss Shaun while listening to this song? He will continue to breathe with us with this song, but I don't think it will be easy to overcome this great sadness. R.I.P My Hero.

[@klausschilling9855]

Like many of you guys, I put this music video on whenever I need to push me up. This incredible joy being displayed by both the artists and the audience, the disbelief of beauty in the eyes of those who did not expect something wonderful is just unique. I mean, I listened to millions of wonderful tracks but this one hear brings literally everything together. When you feel down, just put this one up and everything gets better. Pure bliss.