Sylvan Esso: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

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The Tiny Desk is working from home for the foreseeable future. Introducing NPR Music's Tiny Desk (home) concerts, bringing you performances from across the country and the world. It's the same spirit - stripped-down sets, an intimate setting - just a different space.
May 21, 2020 | Bob Boilen -- There's a moment near the top of this Sylvan Esso Tiny Desk (home) concert when Amelia Meath and Nick Sanborn exchange glances and love spills from their eyes and into my heart. If you're stuck at home, this is the way to do it!
The Durham, N.C., couple gives us three songs from their home couch using modular synths, a rhythm machine and Amelia's heartfelt vocals. This home concert stands in sharp contrast to Sylvan Esso's remarkable new film, WITH, which features a host of their dear friends reshaping and reimagining their brilliant catalog of songs during the duo's 2019 tour. Add that to your list of things to do while sitting on your couch, hopefully with someone you like.
SET LIST
"Die Young"
"Rewind"
"Radio"

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@Technodreamer 4 жыл бұрын

Me forty seconds ago: "I've literally never heard of Sylvan Esso" Me now: "I absolutely love Sylvan Esso!"

@ihuomatuesday1600 4 жыл бұрын

Same

@nataliamudzhiri13 4 жыл бұрын

You might also like their live Tiny Desk!

@noodlegirl55 4 жыл бұрын

You should most definitely watch their in studio tiny desk concert, it's one of NPR's top viewed on here.

@gyberic 4 жыл бұрын

This was me with their Tiny Desk. Now their S/T is one of my favorite albums released in the last many years. They're so good!

@Hey_Burnsy 4 жыл бұрын

Me now: "Woops I now own their entire discography on vinyl."

@brooksherman495 4 жыл бұрын

You can tell he might be the happiest guy on Earth... quarantined with his electronics and the woman he loves.

@gitpusher2400 4 жыл бұрын

Simple tastes breed simple pleasures :)

@riseofthethorax 4 жыл бұрын

Being in the woods away from dense cities is the best place to be away from the virus. The plants have almost infinite surface area the virus drops to the ground as do all particles when the air is ionized. And the wind disperses a cloud of virus making it less likely for people to get a high viral load. The sun kills bacteria and virii.. The best place to be is in nature.. Most of the people dying from this are in close nit communities and mostly in dense tight living spaces like in manhattan, where every square foot is a commodity. This virus is going to make people spread out. One of the most densely populated cities? Hong Kong, all the apartments are jammed full of people, some apartments have people subleased into cages inside the apartments because the need for space is so great.

@ZeeboidThrok 4 жыл бұрын

If I could make a wish. Just the right amount of success to make money singing awesome music, buy a house, retire comfortably, to do exactly this with my favorite person.

@stevefisher2553 4 жыл бұрын

Are they a couple?

@jacksonhayes6218 4 жыл бұрын

@@stevefisher2553 yes married I believe

@jamesw.9256 4 жыл бұрын

Their first performance with tiny desk is still one of my favorites. Their energy is so infectious.

@bwinms1 4 жыл бұрын

Really, I need to look that up

@eyepod1967 4 жыл бұрын

First thing I saw on Tiny Desk and still one of the best.

@mjray1 4 жыл бұрын

Their first tiny desk is how I discovered them. So agree with you!

@johndjameson 4 жыл бұрын

No phone call from Dad this time. What an omission!

@partypiano0729 4 жыл бұрын

@@johndjameson Lol

@BenKrogh 4 жыл бұрын

Something tells me that even without the Tiny Desk appearance or any public success, these two would still be making music and having just as much fun together. Love it!

@tnkboy89 4 жыл бұрын

Imagine being their neighbor, hearing this and yelling for them to TURN IT UP!!!!!! 😁🙌🏾

@shumeister1059 4 жыл бұрын

They would be dope neighbors to have!

@GoRunMike 4 жыл бұрын

I would be creeping them out dancing along the property line

@djbost1 3 жыл бұрын

@@shumeister1059 My friends live across the street from them. No lie.

@shumeister1059 3 жыл бұрын

@@djbost1 Maybe have them point the speakers outwards, and you can have a dance party... err, social distanced, mask wearing dance party.

@monlili4298 4 жыл бұрын

He is always looking at her and smiling.

@IamAvidity 4 жыл бұрын

Married, happy and making music, living the dream.

@miguelangelriccione4950 4 жыл бұрын

@@IamAvidity Ah yes, the life!

@bitbrain3468 4 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't you? :DDDDDD

@mitchellkato1436 4 жыл бұрын

yeah she is cute

@crowley5125 4 жыл бұрын

Their first concert was one of the shows that helped me fall in love with Tiny Desk to begin with. I hope everyone swayed like seaweed in Ursula's cave while listening.

@Hello_Gorgeous 4 жыл бұрын

Omg I remember that. She's adorable.

@verityandstumclellan8585 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it was my first Tiny Desk. Amazing.

@HurricaneJ213 2 жыл бұрын

Makes so much more sense now lol…I thought she said “seaweed in a earthless cave” Between the shattering of my mind from experiencing their music for the first time there just weren’t enough pieces left to unpack how you could have a cave with no earth, let alone one with seaweed inside

@getsneakyuk Ай бұрын

I came here for the seaweed and got a new concert!!

@Joanna-ft6zd 4 жыл бұрын

Will never get over her voice. I just really like it a lot! And also their energy ❤️

@walkr7998 4 жыл бұрын

you might like Mountain Men then (her old group or they might still be active kinda)

@alexlavallee5562 4 жыл бұрын

her voice reminds me of regina spektor

@armandom.5299 4 жыл бұрын

These 2 make it look so easy to make music in your living room. He's just chilling making simple beats. She's just dancing and singing and having a good time. Sylvan Esso!

@rusteh1234 4 жыл бұрын

I love that they must have performed all three of those songs a thousand times before, and yet they still seem so completely immersed in the moment and rocking out. Great stuff!!

@marcozamudio6970 4 жыл бұрын

Sylvan Esso? Instant click

@streetster20 4 жыл бұрын

Instant click? Instant like.

@dakotadedreu1451 4 жыл бұрын

Yas!

@just_in_530_6 4 жыл бұрын

Every time

@jamiileighton7647 4 жыл бұрын

Klik NÖW ...please.

@Ripper77pep 4 жыл бұрын

💯

@threeinitiates8260 4 жыл бұрын

really cool to see them do a live set with a modular synth, not easy

@karlvader3011 4 жыл бұрын

Yuss!!! My daughters have grown up to the sweet sounds of Slyvan Esso...over here in NZ

@jotobin2860 4 жыл бұрын

My sons too!! I took them to see Sylvan Esso in 2017 and remember their faces when the bass picks up in Could I Be...🤣

@nikaunewman5026 4 жыл бұрын

was awesome to see them at Laneway Auckland a few years back!

@kaiahawkins4963 4 жыл бұрын

Same here x Aotearoa hard

@CarCrazyRDM 4 жыл бұрын

Her voice is so crisp and clear... sounding just as good sitting in their living room as it does on the album. And I've been listening to their music for at least 5 years (Coffee was the first song that caught my attention I think) and I never knew they were from right around the corner in Durham, NC! I like them even more now. :)

@creayt 3 жыл бұрын

So bummed they didn't play coffee

@joek1121 2 жыл бұрын

Durham puts out some great artists.

@Not_Likely_319 4 жыл бұрын

If I could see one concert after this pandemic is over, let it be Sylvan Esso!

@avenalynnspoerlein1010 4 жыл бұрын

i’ve seen them about two years ago, best experience i’ve EVER had

@Scoots1994 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen them twice now ... looking forward to the next time they come to Austin.

@Deprobot21 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, I saw them at Disney Concert Hall in LA. Such a chill band. Very special live. Keep a look out for concerts in your city!

@ThatBlackSheepy 4 жыл бұрын

I saw them in Knoxville a few years ago on their What Now tour!! I bought a single ticket the morning of the show, and it was one of the best nights of my life

@lpburrows 4 жыл бұрын

They were my last concert *before* the pandemic, here in Durham, NC.

@mattdavisgames 3 жыл бұрын

I'm obsessed with this version of "Radio". The distortion at 11:18 that lingers into the verse! And that amazing vocal improvisation at the end ❤️

@StevenMillward 4 жыл бұрын

that's my kind of dancing: while sat on the sofa

@iancovert1686 4 жыл бұрын

at 4:10 she sings "bathing in the red glue breen" instead of red blue green and just laughs and keeps going haha awesome

@christopherscragg7018 4 жыл бұрын

Eyes on Breen, look it up

@juanfortis4397 4 жыл бұрын

So cute

@falxonPSN 3 жыл бұрын

I just noticed that - that's awesome. She totally cracked herself up.

@FrancisBarton 3 жыл бұрын

Good spot - lovely!

@Specificpickle 4 жыл бұрын

So happy this has happened. Sylvan esso has blessed us with 2 performances, 1 beautiful film, and entire live album during quarantine. Thank you guys for keeping me sane.

@AmazingJayB51 4 жыл бұрын

What is the film?

@kaefalcon5142 4 жыл бұрын

Where can I find the film? Is it streamable?

@Specificpickle 4 жыл бұрын

Kae Falcon The WITH documentary on KZfaq. Checkout their channel!

@Specificpickle 4 жыл бұрын

Jay Brown WITH - it has live performances from when they had a 10 piece band with them and they share their thoughts on the experience. It’s lovely.

@jackie7929 3 жыл бұрын

This Tiny Desk is what introduced me to Sylvan Esso. And they're now one of my fave bands!

@emmalinalion4776 4 жыл бұрын

I swear listening to these guys IS my happy place

@joefish6546 3 жыл бұрын

These guys have just grown and grown on me. I love the simplicity of just two folks; it really helps to lay their talent and artistry bare.

@sizweshongwe2373 4 жыл бұрын

First time to ever hear your music and I'm from South Africa so I've never been exposed to this type of sound. I believe you guys will change the world with your music, the first joint was life-changing.

@ItsKells Жыл бұрын

I’m loving Amapiano from South Africa right now

@karliegilbert3917 4 жыл бұрын

Her voice is so flawless.. radio is so boppin I love it lol

@amalw.j.e5342 4 жыл бұрын

I love how they have probably sang this song hundreds of times , yet that first smile from him is like it’s their first time 🤍 . And she’s a cutie with a light so bright . Blind meeeee👊🏼 shine on

@laurenbutler4899 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. These two human beings and their dynamic and music has just changed my life!!! THANK YOU XX

@nprmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@SaintHarless 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously the best.

@stephd2010 Жыл бұрын

Drummer of 25 years here and a huge fan! Missing your show in StL because I help care for my disabled nephew now or I’d absolutely be there! You guys are amazing and an inspiration no doubt. One day I will see you all live and check it off my bucket list. Until then I’ll be vibing to your beautiful music every day! Thank you for keeping me sane during quarantine in the past and still moving me with your music to this day ❤ much love

@jessiehoyt9306 4 жыл бұрын

Heard coffee and was hooked ever since

@samiyaedgecombe3510 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. The energy they gave to us, the energy they gave to each other. Thank you, I needed this concert in my bed.

@PentameronSV 4 жыл бұрын

0:00 - *Die Young* (3:38) 4:08 - *Rewind* (8:14) 9:16 - *Radio* (12:41)

@lisasnotes 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Pentameron :)

@PentameronSV 4 жыл бұрын

@@lisasnotes Glad to have helped :)

@casumich 4 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks Man! I was looking for this!

@SunjayVideos 4 жыл бұрын

"Die Young" is a BOLD choice for a first song from a quarantine concert 😬

@willtoulan 4 жыл бұрын

lol yep

@simonryan8909 3 жыл бұрын

Only if you're not feeling it

@user-gn1cl9ix7p 3 жыл бұрын

It’s about giving up on suicide.

@raindrozest9558 4 жыл бұрын

Amelia is one of my favorite singers. and Nick brings the noise. Incredible band.

@phoboarfolo2260 4 жыл бұрын

Their first TDC for NPR was so full of this loving energy between the two of them that I became a fan right then and there. They look like they are on the same wavelength and they are so excited to ride it together. You cannot help but smile. Thank you Sylvan Esso. Thank you NPR.

@MrJaiLeeworthy 4 жыл бұрын

partial gear list if it helps anyone

@MermaidAmeliaRose 4 жыл бұрын

thank you! my boyfriend asked if I could scroll and see if anyone mentioned which Roland that was lol didn't have to go far!

@rhettwilliams9877 4 жыл бұрын

I came here for this. Thank you.

@dann8431 4 жыл бұрын

I miss my Roland kit

@joshuamejia2496 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was wondering!

@Cogentesque 4 жыл бұрын

Wow dude, I have no idea what these mean (synthesizers?), but I'm super impressed with your knowledge!!

@mykejwatson Жыл бұрын

Wow... that looked like so much fun. Sounded absolutely amazing

@oopsyoureinsane 3 жыл бұрын

Wowwwwwww, she is just absolutely captivating! Their energy together is untouchable.

@christensparago2416 2 жыл бұрын

Counting the days til they get the Grammy! Their music means the world to me and so did this tiny home concert!

@daletydoodles3389 3 жыл бұрын

She's so cute dancing on the sofa. So fun! ♥️

@chasinganalog 4 жыл бұрын

Loved thier original Tiny Desk Concert, one of the best of all time. This, from home TDC just makes me smile, the very essence of Sylvan Esso. So simple, so pure, so clever, so talented so loveable.

@herrerajoey2 4 жыл бұрын

Saw them at red rocks, it was amazing, so good live. I just got a little sad watching this and not knowing when we can go to live shows again... At least I live by one of the world's greatest outdoor venues (Red Rocks) as they will probably be able to hold shows sooner.

@markduret9538 4 жыл бұрын

Her voice ❤️ His beats 👌👌👌 Sylvan Esso 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳😘😘 Chef's kiss

@davidjduerr 4 жыл бұрын

Last couple days had me pretty down but this got me up.

@Paisan06 2 жыл бұрын

'die young' might be my favorite love song of all time. "I had it all planned out before you met me, I had a plan, you ruined it completely... I was gonna die young, now I gotta wait for you, honey"

@randpand3 4 жыл бұрын

💛 Please take me back to Eaux Claires 2015 on a sweaty summer day under a tent with these two lovely folks and so many others shoulder-to-shoulder dancing

@TheWhyer 4 жыл бұрын

The first Sylvan Esso concert I went to is still one of the best I've ever been to. COVID sucks but it will make the next time I see them all the better

@MichaelIhde69 3 жыл бұрын

I don't usually listen to music like this, but I've always been very impressed with everyone in Mountain Man, and Nick Sanborn's production works magic accompanying her voice.

@cyberspak 4 жыл бұрын

Synth god! Vocal goddess! Magical amalgamation of human talent!

@KarlPlesz 4 жыл бұрын

I only found out about Sylvan Esso via Tiny Desk and I loved their stuff right away. As someone who cut their teeth on Kraftwerk and OMD, Thomas Dolby and Jean Michel Jarre, I've always welcomed fresh, energetic new electronica content. This was a blast to watch. Especially Radio. I really appreciated that new Tiny Desk (home) concert.

@stormyyoung6344 4 жыл бұрын

Still sounds good no matter where their at.

@estevanphillips6889 4 жыл бұрын

(They’re)

@andersledell8643 4 жыл бұрын

I think part of it is that they don't need a super in depth mic setup to record. All they need is one decent microphone. They probably don't have to worry too much about echo either since they just need to record her voice rather than the sound of the room.

@whalebonefields 4 жыл бұрын

@@estevanphillips6889 no, they have misplaced their at

@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney 4 жыл бұрын

Anders Ledell That's what I was gonna say. This kind of stuff, you can record literally anywhere.

@rosieheller8989 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhh, a treat!! I found Tiny Desk and these two at the same time with their first Tiny Desk.... Loving this and forever love Tiny Desk! 💕⭐💕⭐💕

@allysagray2214 4 жыл бұрын

Both albums have been my go to for every sleepy driving time, always when I run, and for naps and bedtime for the babies. It started with Lucian after birth(2016) and now my Lucian and Lola are 2 and 4 and we all are listening faithfully

@firelordtieta3901 4 жыл бұрын

Sylvan esso has saved my life multiple times

@bentwomey6216 4 жыл бұрын

I found them through their first Tiny Desk and they have held a special place in my heart ever since. Just waiting for them to tour the UK and I'll be happier. This session is also very lovely.

@brianchuras4963 3 жыл бұрын

Found these two a year back from, you guessed it, NPR tiny desk and now rockin to their vinyl. What an eclectic and in tune band and couple. Her first group Mountain Man is pretty solid too.

@mifejosef 4 жыл бұрын

She has an amazing voice!

@cedzed 4 жыл бұрын

it's been 2 years since I saw them in concert.

@rodriogq 4 жыл бұрын

amelia dancing Energy is what i need at this time in life!!!!!

@imerriweather1 3 ай бұрын

I can't forget how I came across them originally but i gotta say, one of the most inspiring voices. sound is so different. her voice does something to me (in a good way).

@patrickmazie2053 4 жыл бұрын

Merci pour ☀️ je vous adore!!!

@jimsmint 4 жыл бұрын

Why would anyone dislike this?? I saw Sylvan Esso at the Laneway festival in Auckland, NZ a few years ago. Highlight of the day, honestly.

@allisonmueller6234 4 жыл бұрын

I first discovered them like a month ago in quarantine - I was watching the Tiny Desk from several years ago. Lo and behold, another one!!! Her voice is carrying me through these rough times :)

@heavyharris5580 4 жыл бұрын

So cool to watch them playing with the synths and drum machine

@hello.jennarae 4 жыл бұрын

blessed by this queen and king while i sip on hot fennel tea, wash the dishes, n wait for my almond milk yogurt, lemon bundt to finish bakin in the oven . 🍋🥰

@Ellier215 4 жыл бұрын

Yes. I want to know how you bundt cake turned out too.

@poyoslippy 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds incredibly mellow .

@jaydock1 4 жыл бұрын

Vibe

@apriladelewhyte 4 жыл бұрын

I love these two so much, thanks tiny desk.

@nprmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@stevencox1433 3 жыл бұрын

Omg the bass on radio is vibing my brain like I never thought possible

@bringonthelocust7764 4 жыл бұрын

There was something about the chaotic rhythms that made me anxious. Her voice was soothing.

@rendezvous_with 4 жыл бұрын

I like this version of "Radio" even more than the 2017 version. So much more depth

@Mantison 4 жыл бұрын

My god how much I love these two. So much joy when they are jamming. Thanks NPR, their first appearance on Tiny Desk made me fall in love with them, this one just makes me grin from ear to ear !

@flakeyjay 4 жыл бұрын

Her voice over the electric sounds just make my mind melt... Perfection in my ears!

@user-vf1nt8we6i 3 жыл бұрын

My heart is too full for these two. Completely amazed and so happy they share with us. They have changed my life!

@noahjacobs1471 4 жыл бұрын

didn’t realize til i watched this and saw her singing to him that die young is about him. such an emotional song🥺

@joshbrolicwright 2 жыл бұрын

Nvm I got it!

@davidpanek5741 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect start to this Thursday morning.

@MichaelBLevi 4 жыл бұрын

I can't love these two enough. So lovely so talented.

@tejaniruddha 4 жыл бұрын

OH ... wonderful... Great Show. OH wow...that song RADIO blew my mind... superb live rendition.

@JimPriest 4 жыл бұрын

Go Durham! Wish I was their neighbor! Cool weather with the windows open and jamming to this.

@beepot2764 4 жыл бұрын

Sylvan esso opened for a band in Indianapolis years ago, and I've been in love ever since. I don't even remember the main show, they ended up fully impressing me and put on such a fun show!

@markswindon222 2 жыл бұрын

Another brill video thank you. WE WANT YOU IN THE UK! Love and peace. Xx

@dowdy546 4 жыл бұрын

Years from now I'll look back on quarantine 2020 and this tiny desk will be part of my soundtrack

@petewhitesongs4382 4 жыл бұрын

I love every second of this video

@adamf5541 4 жыл бұрын

That first track... So absolutely perfect guys! Love where it's coming from - home

@DoctorRevers Жыл бұрын

Wow. Revisiting. How’d I forget this? Wow.

@Lucas_McCain 4 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite bands. Got to see them in Dallas a year or so ago. Amazing show. Such amazing synergy. Love Love Love.

@tuffgirl922 4 жыл бұрын

So cute and Amelia was super cute at the end of their last song!

@hippieasmr 4 жыл бұрын

one of my favorite artists ever!!! slack jaw is my fave

@julianheninger1174 4 жыл бұрын

Wow this and WITH back to back. I’m a happy happy boi

@samuelfoote5927 4 жыл бұрын

Love Tiny Desk, love these two, and now I'm loving today. Thank you!

@isabellegarcia6311 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing set! All my favorites and I woke up and danced to it all. Thank you so much with love from FL

@nprmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, FL! Glad you had a great start to the day!

@nicholas-pg7ku 4 жыл бұрын

they’re always pure and honest art. just stunning.

@matiasarambula8786 4 жыл бұрын

The simplicity and soulfulness of your music makes me weep for all the things that could have been. Your music is a gift and the candor of your performance exudes the very spirit of why music exists. I love you, Sylvan Esso!