The Staves: These Days | Peluso Microphone Lab Presents: Yellow Couch Sessions

Peluso Microphone Lab Presents: Yellow Couch Sessions
The Staves: These Days
www.thestaves.com
www.pelusomicrophonelab.com
The Staves appear courtesy of Nonesuch Records
It's hard to imagine a more enchanting and talented trio than The Staves. I've been a fan of their music for years and when I received word that they would do the series, I bugged out. They were a treat to work with - charming and funny - and they are capable of making music that heals and inspires. A regular heap of rare and impressive talents, The Staves are!
I believe that we've featured three covers on the series, two of which have been Jackson Browne songs. Fun fact: he wrote this song when he was 16! I can say with a sense of certainty and relief that no one will ever want to cover anything I wrote when I was 16.
For this Yellow Couch Session, I used Peluso Microphone Lab's P-12 in not-quite-omni mode. The band's blend of harmonies and dynamics are so incredibly tight that I felt using more than one vocal mic would be excessive. For this song, we used Peluso's P-28 small diaphragm tube condenser on Jessica's acoustic guitar. I did very little with regard to processing this audio because it really didn't need much.
All audio for Yellow Couch Sessions is recorded and mixed by Steven Foxbury of Yellow Couch Studio. Video for this session was shot and edited by my main man, Matt Dayak.
Here are some links for clicking:
Yellow Couch Studio: www.yellowcouchstudio.com/
Peluso Microphone Lab: www.pelusomicrophonelab.com/
Empire Music: www.empiremusiconline.com/
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust: www.trustarts.org
Matt Dayak Photography: mattdayak.com/
Commonwealth Press: www.cwpress.com/
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[@soundtrackmaker]

It amazes me that Jackson Browne wrote this at the age of 16.

[@mikeyb4344]

How come?

[@dts7824]

@@mikeyb4344 Why doesn't it amaze you? You don't see anything special about that?

[@SalaWalter]

@@mikeyb4344 what sort of profound “failures” does a sixteen year old have that compels him to write such a song? It’s incredible

[@deanroddey2881]

@@dts7824 I guess the obvious retort is, how many timeless classics, covered by a wide variety of well known artists, do you know written by 16 year olds? If it wasn't unusual, there'd be lots of them.

[@VictorianDad]

Tapped on this thinking it might be a cover of the Joy Division song. Unlikely as that may seem.

[@TreacleMary]

“Please don’t confront me with my failures I have not forgotten them” ❤️

[@StephenNapurano]

I showed my friend this cover and that part hit him hard lol

[@tottabz]

😊O😊😊😊😊😊😊​@@StephenNapurano

[@robsdad]

Quite possibly the prettiest thing on the Internet. ♥

[@robertboyd9794]

Dear Jackson, Get the ladies on stage with you soon.

[@dj10thompson]

nothing but pure musical class as always from the staves

[@jamievidd775]

These are my favorite Staves performances. These studio sessions with great acoustics.

[@marianaquiroz1977]

I've been out walking I don't do too much talking these days These days These days I seem to think a lot About the things that I forgot to do And all the times I had A chance to I've stopped my rambling I don't do too much gambling these days These days These days I seem to think about How all these changes came about my ways And I wonder if I'd see another Highway I had a lover I don't think I'd risk another these days These days And if I seem to be afraid To live the life that I have made in song It's just that I've been losing So long La, la, la, la, la La, la I've stopped my dreaming I won't do too much scheming these days These days These days I sit on cornerstones And count the time in quarter tones to ten Please don't confront me with my failures I had not forgotten them

[@giovanniluca7348]

Guitarist is a honey

[@thechazdarby]

these angelic voices...like helium...like breating life directly...FANTASTIC!

[@jmarcus110]

From the heart and soul of a 16 year old! Unbelievable!

[@turgsh01]

I hate that I never know which channel will have a The Staves video.

[@R5d4d2]

Keep searching. Its like finding a diamond every time. :-)

[@alanhollis9610]

I can listen to this song over and over for the rest of my life and never get tired of it. When I'm out working it's in my head. These women are incredible. I would love one day tickets shake their hands and talk about music with them

[@robsdad]

Me too, this is beautifully melancholic. I'd like this played at my funeral.

[@josedaniellopoz8401]

Well, I've been out walking I don't do that much talking these days These days These days I seem to think a lot About the things that I forgot to do for you And all the times I had the chance to And I had a lover But it's so hard to risk another, these days These days Now, if I seem to be afraid To live the life that I have made in song Well, it's just that I've been losin' for so long Well, I'll keep on movin', movin' on Things are bound to be improving these days One of these days These days I'll sit on corner stones And count the time in quarter tones to ten, my friend Don't confront me with my failures I had not forgotten them

[@hubb123456]

They just seem like the sweetest girls! Celebrate.

[@cochica24]

Wow just WOW 🌹❤️🙌🏼😱

[@robsdad]

I probably listen to this version most days. I think I might like it to be played at my funeral service.

[@muzzatube212]

A pure combination of angelic soothing voices and a beautiful selection of well plucked notes creating a fresh, uplifting and original feel. what an achievement. x

[@diznanl]

This is perfection.

[@R5d4d2]

They astound me EVERY TIME.

[@dainetv2022]

You know a performance is beyond great when even the artists themselves give each other a look and throw in a little smile like they're giving each other a compliment for a job well done. Love these ladies so much!

[@TheMak445]

Truly Beautiful.. Heard this on BBC Radio 2 today. Fantastic ;-)

[@subhankarbanerjee8651]

The guitarist, fallen for her a thousand times.

[@pauldavies8571]

Quite possibly the most beautiful thing to have come into English folk in a good while.

[@thetoughones]

They're all equally beautiful

[@daector]

warm regards from Germany...and Thank you so much for the wonderful music...this touches my soul...

[@lili_tarn]

this version is completely new---i would love a guitar tutorial of this!!!!

[@clairespinks5249]

Another slice of sweet, harmonic perfection from the beautiful Staves. Cannot wait to see them live in Glasgow this June!

[@jaythesail]

These days.. I listen to this most days

[@gavinblair8546]

Solid

[@scottstrand1874]

I normally hate remakes but this is truly fantastic

[@TheWhyer]

A Staves cover of Jackson Browne. Wow oh wow

[@billycostello6485]

Girls i have never heard anything like this( u 3) and im sure i never will again thank u so much for this u saved me life .jess i love u billy xxx

[@katieduong52694]

this is sooo good! i'm beyond happy to find a clear recording of their cover after hearing them sing this live at the troubadour! thank you very much for uploading :).

[@guilhermeourivio]

perfect combination of artist and song.

[@SalaWalter]

Absolutely perfect

[@_DivineTruth_is_Home_]

Thank you ❤

[@gilesthompson4605]

Not bad at all. My favourite cover of this song is Glen Campbell's, he really provided a fresh take on this classic by slightly revising the melody as well as the intonation of various words and phrases, which ultimately results in the track having a deeper, somber feel to it.

[@vvillela7]

Love this :)

[@teribiniononutube]

Sweet!

[@beverlyderry3843]

Big love - so fantastic!

[@larrygarrett724]

Flawless!

[@Yunamyhero]

Fantastic cover!

[@peregrinemccauley7819]

Wow . Be lovely to see them live .

[@kamiah2178]

wooooooooow!

[@leannesmith1207]

beautiful x

[@Ragameleff]

BRAVE. BRAVE. BRAVE!!!

[@SalaWalter]

Still one of my favourite ever performances. I am dreaming of seeing these girls live!!!!!!

[@efrngt1234]

Heavenly, soo beautiful.

[@roccoesposito6657]

I love the music these girls make

[@sustomusickillsyoutube]

Thank you

[@indefinicy]

I was just singing this song this morning. These ladies are the beeessssttt. Great capture

[@yellowcouchsessions7036]

Thanks, Kristiana! It was a treat to work with them.

[@ekosusanto8918]

Best cover

[@pdw_art__musicoriginal3699]

Excellent cover. And right at 0:35 the listener is hit by how great their voices sound together with spot-on harmony.

[@yvesdeba]

Confusingly beautiful. I'am waiting for a Linda Perhacs cover now (Chimacum Rain for example..), ladies..

[@daddio307]

F@#$cking brilliant. Luv it!!!!!!!!

[@ericharmon9025]

Please come to North Carolina. Pleeeeeeease

[@peterhillman8282]

I bought a Peluso mic because of these clips, and discovered this group, which has since become one of my very favourite. Win win.

[@philipclifton3058]

Oh Lord! can break one in half!

[@juryrecitalmay1359]

Super solid guitar

[@juryrecitalmay1359]

Damn so good..

[@sbingham1979]

Beautiful take on a really nice Jackson Browne song from back when...I love the harmonies & blend of these Staves singing "These Days" --

[@connopv]

Nice version of a nice song.

[@pLaIrVaIdNoGx]

The first time that I ever heard this song is when it was so perfectly placed in The Royal Tennenbaums. What a great song.

[@KidNoah2012]

A finger picked guitar, beautiful harmonies and meaningful lyrics= bliss.

[@Stalliere]

Right when I thought they couldn't get any better they do my favorite Nico's song. AND make it better. Well I'll be damned

[@hughbenson1987]

Stunningly beautiful music and performance. I got obsessed with this song for about 3 weeks after finding it on a Spotify playlist about 3 years ago. Now I have it back again with this excellent rendition. Thank you.

[@JosCabrera91]

oh sweet

[@catman2316]

Nico is smiling down on them

[@MsILOVEGAY]

jackson browne wrote this song :)

[@okiedokie8534]

Catherine Jacoby Catherine Jacoby I almost wrote it off when I heard the first voice in falsetto.. whoa, I am so fucking impressed! Yes, Nico is smiling down AND Jackson Browne!..... Lovely performance gals!!!

[@jonirules123]

Vocal harmony talent wise, one can only think of 'the Lennon sisters. There's also the added bonus of flawless beauty and a vibe grounded in Joni, Neil and Bon.

[@twinandearth8693]

lol Bon

[@ellenfilms]

❤

[@richardwilson1234]

12 out of 10

[@shuvelhed73]

Some of the best harmonizing period....❤️

[@djacaro]

🔥

[@dingleheffer]

Never liked this song until today ❤

[@edicamon8486]

Incredible beauty of the guitar girl. Superb music of the trio, too.

[@charlisestewart1031]

This cover gave me that nice arms to feet, tingling sensation when you hear really good music

[@Sianny-J-L]

Lipstick!!

[@mikeyb4344]

2:17.... 😍🙏

[@skeptictruth9355]

A beautiful rendition of a Jackson Browne song. Loved it!

[@Bernd_Gandamete]

I was listening to Hello Again by Bridget St John and thought here's a forgotten song that deserves the Staves treatment. Jess could do justice to the guitar and for once Emily could take the lead - it would need her lovely low pitched voice. At any rate, more Emily please!

[@SalaWalter]

James Joyce yes!!

[@philliptompkins4064]

👍🏼❤️🙏🏻

[@jamievidd775]

So incredibly talented. Love the Staves so much. Jess, you in particular never cease to impress!

[@meagneff7084]

💗Another great song ladies. I'm listening while I'm tired as fuck. That song broke my 🍒Staves cherry🍒

[@richemusic]

oh man I love this song! Jackson Browne / NICO / The Velvet Underground any version it's all good - this cover is super beautiful though

[@alphabetajournal9009]

Jessicaaaaaaaa

[@Fairy-door-78-86]

Beautiful.Does anyone know what this picking pattern is ?

[@rolom3]

Emily is so beautiful

[@Gogiee138]

Someone, somewhere...please make a guitar tutorial

[@lucmiteran7248]

great ! but would have been even better in stereo

[@tahitislim25]

CONNERYDUBBERS That's very true! I wonder why it's mono? Cheers mate 😎

[@paulmcfadyen689]

Tahiti Slim because it was recorded using an omni microphone on the vocals and a single cardioid microphone on the guitar. How would you present this in stereo?

[@Eltonlaleham]

What are the staves names

[@billycostello6485]

Jess marry me xxx billy.

[@cdesfusa]

huh, and I was expecting lezbo music