Hi, it's David Paul Meyer, director of the Daily Show. I just wanted to say that it was a real thrill getting to direct this performance. I remember watching Vampire Weekend in 2008 perform M79 on SNL, and how I became an instant fan. Now, I play VW's music for my kids, and they love it too. That's what's so special about great music. So yeah, this was a dream gig. I also want to say that this would not be possible without the remarkable efforts by staff and crew at The Daily Show who go above and beyond every single day to create these special moments. It's an honor to get to work with such talented people. I know the internet is not a great place for being earnest and heartfelt, but figured I'd put this out there anyways.
@marthacluver8916 ай бұрын
Thank you David! It was so exciting and amazing to be a part of this production (choir) Had an absolute blast! Vampire Weekend is 🔥
@Scott_Silver6 ай бұрын
The production quality sounds amazing, would love more and more performances from quality NYC bands/whoever!
@danikaiser65086 ай бұрын
My 2 year old is a fan too! Great work on this production. This performance was an absolute masterpiece.
@aprilswagman14836 ай бұрын
This was an absolutely stunning performance! I am emotional watching it!
@brianwantz25856 ай бұрын
incredible production, you guys did great work. sounds great, and seeing everyone just getting so into the performance, really just a rare treat all around
@Hamptonio6 ай бұрын
It’s been a pleasure aging through life with these guys. Every time a new album hits, I have a brand new soundtrack for another stage in my life.
@hannahcook80176 ай бұрын
I feel the same way!
@afropuffguru6 ай бұрын
Wholeheartedly agree :)
@CalamityCannon6 ай бұрын
Aw nice! A little corner of the comments section that are My People 🥰
@jeffder71436 ай бұрын
Gotta love lies.
@Zaxomma6 ай бұрын
I think that was actually Ezra’s intention! He says every four years is like a new stage: high school, college, etc.
@joe67006 ай бұрын
Props to the sound team on the Daily Show. Way better sound quality than most talk shows.
@WhatTheFrack6 ай бұрын
The sound engineer loves VW for sure!
@mattyp28696 ай бұрын
Wow Ezra’s voice sounds so amazing here.
@jenikat6 ай бұрын
Best I’ve heard him live ever, I think!
@TheBandIsPlaying5 ай бұрын
Autotune
@boonesnake5 ай бұрын
@@TheBandIsPlaying I thought it was autotune but you can tell he's off pitch slightly here and there
@TKontent5 ай бұрын
That's because he's just one step below autotune. But still, he's really talented.
@lalotime27 күн бұрын
@@boonesnake he's using auto tune. But it's low.
@anti-parasocial6 ай бұрын
One of greatest examples of a band getting better as the time goes on. One of the best of my generation. They haven't missed yet.
@cashxx_x6 ай бұрын
father of the bride is a miss
@DeesBees856 ай бұрын
@@cashxx_xfor most bands it would be an incredible album. It just wasn’t as perfect as their other albums.
@cashxx_x6 ай бұрын
@@DeesBees85 i still disagree it was too bloated
@sHART17806 ай бұрын
@@cashxx_x Father of the Bride is my second favorite album of their's after Contra.
@cashxx_x6 ай бұрын
@@sHART1780 im glad you like it to each their own i didnt like it. but i gotta say the fact that vampire weekend has an album for everyone just makes them so much more special i love that about them. i might not like it but so many people do which just proves their diversity.
@plasticbleach40046 ай бұрын
Appreciation here for the mixing team. A fabulous performance of a beautiful song, and the production here makes the most of it
@Positive_Tea6 ай бұрын
I hear audible ducking of the choir when the drum hits! Is that how the original recording sounds?
@michaeldelehanty9946 ай бұрын
think that's Ariel r (who produced album) mixing on the side there...that would explain why mix is exactly as it should be)
@jesss53346 ай бұрын
Yes!!! Love the mixing and sample pulls! It’s all beautiful
@leightnite30566 ай бұрын
This sound guy agrees!
@billymac298428 күн бұрын
I totally agree
@tmccullough12516 ай бұрын
Hearing the amazing recorded version first, I was not expecting this to sound even better live
@Ami-pl5sh6 ай бұрын
The live choir, the varying instrumentation and Ezra's vocals, I teared up so easily, this song is such a masterpiece
@michaelgreene48166 ай бұрын
Don't cry. Save it for November.
@Tirolian6 ай бұрын
That's one of the best live performances I've ever seen. Mindblowing!
@hibryd74816 ай бұрын
Vampire Weekend sounds simultaneously fresh and nostalgic, even after nearly 2 decades. Their songs make me feel like I'm reading a classy book under the shade of a tree on some new Ivy campus on a cool day in late spring. Sweaters, lemonades, tennis, youth.
@nicolasmcguire78836 ай бұрын
Dev Hynes (Blood Orange) casually chilling on the sitar okaaaaaaay
@Rain_power6 ай бұрын
The drum beat and sitar combo bring some 90s nostalgia.
@beatteks85356 ай бұрын
Back to life...
@aprilswagman14836 ай бұрын
@@beatteks8535 Ohh I knew I recognized it!
@szlachta916 ай бұрын
100% Very strong Moby vibes
@MrPablortega6 ай бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/aomtqXl3pM6Kibs Primitive radio gods
@Benadryl_Submarine6 ай бұрын
This is one of the most incredible songs I’ve heard in a while
@samanthakazer82576 ай бұрын
There is a very specific feeling to reading these comments and realizing.. all vampire weekend fans feel the same exact way about them. We’re all living our life, evolving, through the soundtrack of this band… life has a funny way of connecting us threw invisible ties.
@ronster3696 ай бұрын
I agree. It's almost like a secret club. I know better than to get too revved up over them with friends and family with no real understanding. But for those who recognize their magic....few words are necessary. And being in an arena surrounded by all the likeminded people for their live performances is truly unforgettable.
@anti-parasocial6 ай бұрын
Second time watching this and I just noticed that is Dev Hynes (Blood Orange, Lightspeed Champion) sitting down in the back playing the sitar! I knew they were friends, but it's crazy seeing him back there!
@crisismethodactor6 ай бұрын
he's having the time of his life back there. we love to see it.
@smokydesperado6 ай бұрын
Y’all go listen to their new album it’s stellar
@classicbambi6 ай бұрын
never thought they could surpass “Ya Hey”, “Step” or “Hannah Hunt” but here we are.
@ElReed-k4y6 ай бұрын
Ya Hey is way behind of this lol. This track is up there with Step and Hannah Hunt.
@aunthaumv37116 ай бұрын
@@classicbambiwhat does that even mean?
@frarfarf6 ай бұрын
@@ElReed-k4y you're laughing at them for liking Ya Hey?
@cainomac6 ай бұрын
This may be even better than Hannah Hunt
@hapahapahappy5 ай бұрын
@@ElReed-k4y Ya Hey is probably their best song
@rodtaylor54766 ай бұрын
The choir adds so much to this performance. Boys are killing it with these songs.
@retroglamx6 ай бұрын
Vampire Weekend at the top of their game. What a beautiful performance.
@FanStudio16 ай бұрын
Their live performances never dissapoint!
@mattw83506 ай бұрын
I’ll tell you what that Austin concert was surreal. Ezra is fabulous live
@FanStudio16 ай бұрын
@@mattw8350 I’ll be seeing them in Primavera this year, I’m so excited!!!
@taylor_made866 ай бұрын
I can't think of many other bands around today that put this much time and effort into crafting the structure of their songs and the instrumentation.
@gusfernanddes6 ай бұрын
Well said!
@danikaiser65086 ай бұрын
Probably best I wasn’t in the audience to view this in person, I almost fainted when the choir started. I’m not leaving til I hear Mary Boone when I see them live in Indy. This is one of their strongest releases in a while
@alejandromistborn6 ай бұрын
This is a freaking Masterpiece
@strandsbyolivia50762 ай бұрын
I don’t know this group but I saw them on Jimmy Kimmel and I thought that this particular rendition of the song was an absolute masterpiece!! I saw the video and it doesn’t compare to the performance on Kimmel. I am African American so when I play this song I get that strange look lol but Excellent music is Excellent music and the visual added much to it. I think that they should re release this version instead of the current video.
@jeffreywweaver6 ай бұрын
Just saw them on my 40th bday in Austin, TX for the eclipse show. My life is complete! 💚
@shabyheltay6 ай бұрын
That was Ezra's birthday too!
@bhughes83016 ай бұрын
Lucky! Bet that was cool. Happy Birthday
@karenwilson53306 ай бұрын
Love Vampire Weekend. They are one of the best bands around, still. 🧛🏻♀️🧛🏻♂️
@kayn87036 ай бұрын
Dev Hynes!
@austinbond25276 ай бұрын
Love his music, watch new film “Challengers” - song “Uncle ACE” plays a prominent role in
@Romeo91866 ай бұрын
wow, this performance, arguably their best song so far
@GIBKEL6 ай бұрын
I could have watched a full hour show. Sweet vibe.
@vickyharrison846 ай бұрын
Look for their total eclipse show performance 😊
@70mackdaddy6 ай бұрын
No kidding....performing the whole album with that mix would be jaw dropping
@rizkillla6 ай бұрын
they just get better with age. they've given us incredible albums for over the past decade. truly incredible musicians. this performance gave me chills
@vinny1426 ай бұрын
A refreshing change to have a singer who can actually stay in tune.
@kevinmcconnell36416 ай бұрын
Are you 100% sure there is no autotune being employed? I don’t trust anything post 2000 is the talent of those attributed with the performance!!
@DeesBees856 ай бұрын
@@kevinmcconnell3641he slips slightly out of key at times, so there is definitely not auto tune happening here.
@kevinmcconnell36416 ай бұрын
@@DeesBees85 did you read the original comment? Thanks to you tube I have access to the music of my youth, and have zero interest in most anything post 1980;) I’ve been waiting 43 years for something new, not just more RnR or pop. When you grow up with the best music written in my life, at some point it’s just more of the same. Ain’t nothing I’ve heard in the past 40 years tops CSNY, Starship, Heart, YES, Ronstadt, etc!!
@mountainbored6 ай бұрын
@@DeesBees85 this is untrue - what you have stated is not indicative of no AutoTune. As someone who has a Degree in Audio Production and has worked in the field for 5+ years in a live music context, I am 99% sure that this has been tuned in post-production, or they have employed a real time autotune in their live show setup. No this does not make him a bad singer, or a cheat. Nearly every professional live show that you can currently see uses the same method
@classicbambi6 ай бұрын
@@kevinmcconnell3641guys look Mark Fisher came out of his grave to say hi
@gatordonttakenoshiat6 ай бұрын
I don’t think Ezra’s voice has ever sounded better than this. Amazing song and fantastic performance
@jeremyknight43156 ай бұрын
Seeing them with my two teenaged daughters in Vancouver, BC mid June at outdoor concert. So stoked. Been a top 5 for me since my introduction to them with contra.
@chaddevlin85456 ай бұрын
Saw them in Vancouver last time they were here; exceptional performance. Enjoy!
@johnyliltoe6 ай бұрын
I often forget how much I like Vampire Weekend. They're not on my playlist, but I always enjoy their songs when I stumble upon them.
@ChristianJarry6 ай бұрын
The new album is fantastic but this was spectacular. Can't wait to catch them live later this year.
@liseudisruiz86656 ай бұрын
Can’t stop watching this, absolute perfection
@70mackdaddy6 ай бұрын
It's addictive and brilliant AF🔥🙌
@gusfernanddes6 ай бұрын
Me too!
@constore6 ай бұрын
best tv performance ever
@70mackdaddy6 ай бұрын
It really is in that conversation 🔥
@hectorwright45506 ай бұрын
That was sensational
@offtarget17586 ай бұрын
Haven’t listened to this band, may have heard the name in passing at best, but def looking them up now ☺️
@CL2-6 ай бұрын
Unbelievably magical song, definitely 2nd or 1st on the album for me
@jennyn36926 ай бұрын
Obsessed with this song. My new favorite!! Can’t wait to see you guys in San Diego!
@zanderturner6 ай бұрын
Actual magic
@WindFireAllThatKindOfThing6 ай бұрын
Music is the oldest form of black magic known to the species, capable of causing actual physiological reactions in vast groups of human beings, even against their will. For example: If ever captured by cannibals in Borneo, play Michael Jackson's Billie Jean and they will somehow all know the words and start dancing.
@liseudisruiz86656 ай бұрын
This performance lives rent free in my head
@jakefox44996 ай бұрын
This song is a masterpiece
@LeGrandeOrange6 ай бұрын
The Soul II Soul beat is perfect here. Just proves that sometimes the obvious choice is the right choice
@albionmyway6 ай бұрын
The production, musicianship, and singing all coming together like this.... ☝️👌👌
@connorsmommy366 ай бұрын
My favorite song on the album and this performance made me love it even more!! Incredible!!!
@ghostwriter94826 ай бұрын
Music's specially quality is its capacity to move us...this happened to me after hearing VW on the Daily Show playing "Mary Boone." What an outstanding tune, the melody and the chorus...simply moving. I can't stop listening...loudly!!! Thanks VW
@smallgirldreams5 ай бұрын
I did not realize I was holding my breath for quite some time. This was absolutely Breathtaking
@captaindilf5 ай бұрын
i would die for this band
@seanlemkey15086 ай бұрын
Absolutely flawless...I have goosebumps
@marksevillano15936 ай бұрын
This is awesome performance from the best band living in my opinion
@telescopebuilder6 ай бұрын
Hey, cool, I'm pretty old and so are they! Wow, they come a long way. Always great, though.
@narcowake6 ай бұрын
Shoutout to all those Mary Boones
@gretamarin2346 ай бұрын
Beyond excellence
@ryannix-jn6le5 ай бұрын
One of my favorite tracks off the new album. Absolutely beautiful and incredibly performed!
@rupman27isback6 ай бұрын
What a performance!! These guys never disappoint
@xdrian6 ай бұрын
More music, yes, please and thank you.
@isaacversaw73686 ай бұрын
Dev Hynes (Blood Orange) on the sitar!!
@gretamarin2346 ай бұрын
Loving their music more than ever.
@michaeldelehanty9946 ай бұрын
BEST thing I watched on the internet in 2024 so far. Well done!!
@Aggye776 ай бұрын
This is an amazing song and The guys are my favorite band ever theirs songs are incredible their knowledge of music I can’t wait to see them live in Dublin well done Ezra! 😊
@gshaney176 ай бұрын
VW music is very Wes-Anderson coded, so it's only fitting to get his twin brother to produce this album and be on the decks here. Unreal performance 👏
@HelloFiggy6 ай бұрын
Such a bop. Fantastic live performance. Can’t wait to see them at Jazz Fest!
@shibbyzoltan6 ай бұрын
BEST TV LIVE PERFORMANCE IVE EVER SEEN ❤😮❤😮🎉🎉
@billymac298428 күн бұрын
Saw them on this tour recently , they played A-Punk. Right after someone on the floor yelled play A-Punk. Ezra says , we just played it , get off your phone. Then said ok then , band was caught off guard but second rendition blew the roof off
@cstar16843 ай бұрын
incredible acoustics, flawless performance, 10/10 song and ezra also looks great lol
@lawrencetheuniqueone6 ай бұрын
Brilliant. New album best of year so far.
@adambraunstein32836 ай бұрын
Wow! Best song off the album!
@trapt296 ай бұрын
The new album is amazing
@moniquemonet30816 ай бұрын
Just wonderful.
@sofievandepitte74046 ай бұрын
Beautiful performance. The choir was amazing
@Magicalphototour6 ай бұрын
Love the sound of the Sitar. Such an exotic musical instrument.
@mauricioortega12616 ай бұрын
Just because it isn't western doesn't mean is exotic
@HillySean6 ай бұрын
@@mauricioortega1261 shut up
@opesorryboutthat6 ай бұрын
@@mauricioortega1261If one is a westerner, it quite literally does.
@Magicalphototour6 ай бұрын
@@mauricioortega1261 Okay.
@paramountxtreme6 ай бұрын
Ikrr it adds so much depth and it bangs along with cello
@zilizhang35556 ай бұрын
There is nothing else like this
@Tropyy6 ай бұрын
i've never heard of these guys until this performance. this was so vibey i couldn't stop bobbing my head
@liseudisruiz86656 ай бұрын
So so incredible, this is my favorite song in the album and listening to it live just took it to another level, wow wow wow, what a great record, love VW so much!
@augusmnyt4 ай бұрын
I heard this song on the album and I knew it would be amazing in concert. So glad I get to see them this coming month!
@JamesBond-zd5jx6 ай бұрын
I lament the days when music was outstandingly made. I hate the fact that almost everything is a four chord no key change repetitive bore that nauseates me after hearing it for the fourth time. And this song almost brought me to tears. This is a modern masterpiece. It’s praise I don’t give lightly. Wow! I’m blown away.
@rjathar6 ай бұрын
Wow. When you can recreate that song (with so much going on) live... What a treat that must've been
@TheChocolatechaos5 ай бұрын
Great song, great musicians, and very beautifully filmed. Thanks for the great work!
@tarskylover6 ай бұрын
I can't love this group enough. Every single song is a turn on for me. ❤
@MishMashTravels6 ай бұрын
My favorite track from the new album 🥰
@AuthorCertifiedGoof6 ай бұрын
I suspect their new album is amazing! What a gorgeous song!!
@rhuanovin6 ай бұрын
unbelievable
@OzyMandias136 ай бұрын
The A&R man said, “I don’t hear a single.”
@adderon4 ай бұрын
Get Mary in here to slap some sense in that one
@blake30376 ай бұрын
Primitive Radio Gods still hits 25 yrs later
@yield21176 ай бұрын
I couldn’t believe it when i found out the sample is NOT Primitive Radio Gods but Souls 2 Soul’s “back to life, back to reality”!
@blake30376 ай бұрын
@@yield2117 wow I hear it now. Still hits!! Can’t wait to see em thos summer
@horaciotorruco6 ай бұрын
Listening this guys since 2008
@ivanward6 ай бұрын
Just brilliant...
@blackcatt246 ай бұрын
This album is incredible! I'm so glad I have tickets to see them in St. Augustine later this year!
@tylerhackner97316 ай бұрын
Incredible!
@donnarequa18636 ай бұрын
Incredible! ❤
@yankeeclipper286 ай бұрын
Oh, I love everything about this.
@BenFowler-b8qАй бұрын
An upright bass,nice taste in music they have!
@thestomache5 ай бұрын
they absolutely nailed it, incredible
@vectorthurm6 ай бұрын
Holy smokes!!! Got goose bumps listening to this! Thank you 🙏