Neal Francis - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

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  • KEXP.ORG presents Neal Francis performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded May 26, 2022.
    Songs:
    Can’t Stop The Rain
    Alameda Apartments
    Problems
    Changes, Pts. 1 & 2
    Neal Francis - Keys / Vocals
    Kellen Boersma - Guitar / Vocals
    Mike Starr - Bass / Vocals
    Collin O’Brien - Drums / Vocals
    Host: Cheryl Waters
    Audio Engineer: Julian Martlew
    Audio Mixer: Sergio A. Rios
    Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Alaia D’Alessandro, Carlos Cruz & Scott Holpainen
    Editor: Scott Holpainen
    www.nealfrancis.com
    kexp.org
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  • @Funk-Monks
    @Funk-Monks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    The lady who prsents this program has just the most beautiful job of the history of this saddy world, we all love you my queen

    • @LetsBeHonestImAPrat
      @LetsBeHonestImAPrat 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah Cheryl is the best

    • @EmmaRoseNethery
      @EmmaRoseNethery 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am jealous of her!! Always the best artists on here:)

    • @JKoooozie
      @JKoooozie 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      She was having so much fun when KGLW was on

  • @strictlynorton
    @strictlynorton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Neal is such an accomplished pianist and his songwriting just gets better and better. His band are really solid and I see him beginning to gain a larger audience which is long overdue. Big up Cheryl and KEXP for putting him on!

    • @DannySullivanMusic
      @DannySullivanMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is my first time hearing him. Love his piano style.

  • @sixfourrecords
    @sixfourrecords 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I saw Neal open for Black Pumas and immediately became a fan. His band puts on a great show. Definitely recommend catching them live

  • @blackswanmtg
    @blackswanmtg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Cheryl don't lie. I do have a new band to follow. Thanks KEXP!

  • @SixBeasts1
    @SixBeasts1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Jesus, this is real. Awesome musicianship. Been a fan for just a few months but feel like I've known him forever.

  • @riverrunner8
    @riverrunner8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    These guys are so underrated (generally speaking) and deserve a much larger fan base.

  • @ozzyozcorn
    @ozzyozcorn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    WE LOVE YOU NEAL!!!!!! YOUR MUSIC BRINGS ME UNMEASURABLE AMOUNTS OF HAPPINESS!!!!!! THANK YOU

  • @ryannadler2617
    @ryannadler2617 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Neal is absolutely incredible live. Make sure you see him and the crew.

    • @steveododo
      @steveododo ปีที่แล้ว +2

      saw yesterday night, blasting !!

    • @TTWGD3
      @TTWGD3 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t think he changes set lists like jam bands, but if I’m wrong I’d be happy for this years NYE show cause a lot of jam fans love Neil and the band

  • @JC_JC_JC_JC
    @JC_JC_JC_JC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh my, these fuzzy headed freaks of the funk bringing the goodness!!!

  • @MartyMcCahill
    @MartyMcCahill ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Happy to call this guy my friend. You're doing great Neal.

  • @felipemorales4901
    @felipemorales4901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man cheryl looked so happy after they played changes.

  • @BillyBats773
    @BillyBats773 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Unfuckingreal to see these dudes live. The energy before Marcus King was UNREAL. First time I’ve ever seen them and in Chicago at that. So good.

  • @marSLaZZ66
    @marSLaZZ66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Wow !! Love that 70's style, back to my childhood !!
    The piano is an amazing instrument, warm and powerful at the same time.

    • @strictlynorton
      @strictlynorton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He shares that virtuosity Elton had as a young artist. Clearly influenced by that eras greats. Lots of Leon Russell in there too, but totally his own man.

    • @williamwelsh409
      @williamwelsh409 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@strictlynorton Neal definitely has the Tumbleweed Connection vibes for sure.....good stuff...One of my favorite lesser known Elton albums

  • @JohnElliot14
    @JohnElliot14 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Neal and his band crush it live. A must see

  • @nugznmugz
    @nugznmugz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That METERS shout out was killin!

  • @arturomontilla5073
    @arturomontilla5073 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This Changes album (the instrumental) is a must. Long time without hearing something of this caliber. You mean music, man. Thanks, KEXP.

  • @alanvaughan2937
    @alanvaughan2937 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just saw your band last night in Toronto opening up for Marcus King...Wow won't be long before people are opening up for you, amazing band amazing songs, I'm 60 and have played music my whole life and you brought me back to a time when music was GOOD..I thought I was watching Don Kirshner's Rock Concert, your a combination of all the best of the 70's but you are still so current and so refreshing. You seem to take all the best from bands gone by, early Billy Joel, Doctor John, a little Disco ....Band is amazing I could go on and on ..thank you for a great night

  • @monicaspector2388
    @monicaspector2388 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm an old lady with a HUGE crush on Neal Francis... OMG! Love this guy and his band. 🥰

  • @Singinau
    @Singinau 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The sound of drums here is so sweet!

    • @marSLaZZ66
      @marSLaZZ66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Pure 70's sound, love it too

    • @NealFrancis
      @NealFrancis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sergio Rios did a great mix!

  • @ballstadt
    @ballstadt 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Caught Neal and crew on the Wilco Sky Blue Sky Festival in 2022 and have been a huge fan ever since. Went to the show the night before this recording at Madame Lou's, the Sweetwater in Mill Valley, went up to Vancouver and again at the Crocodile. This band is absolutely raw talent, no two shows are the same, they never disappoint. Just incredible.

  • @joadhenry
    @joadhenry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    New fan of that man and his music. Not just the music though, that is one likeable dude…and the band as a whole are one personality. An absolute pleasure to watch em workin it on out.

  • @marcusadams8067
    @marcusadams8067 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Four phenomenal musicians. I was lucky enough to see them in London in 2022. Haven’t enjoyed anything so much in decades.

  • @cormackjames
    @cormackjames ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Real Magic! Really Real Magic! Oh my word!

  • @0920121908250727
    @0920121908250727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you Cheryl for another introduction to another great band! Super fun live performance! ❤️ KEXP

  • @eronstroud
    @eronstroud 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    heard Neal yesterday for the 1st time.. thank you again KEXP!. Saw he's playing with Marcus King in Toronto and got tickets immediately. This is really great stuff. The groove at the end of Changes is like a giant dose of endorphins.. amazing!

  • @Bluzian74
    @Bluzian74 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love Neal! Great record. Only heard/saw of and met him last night in Toronto for the first time opening up for Marcus King. Yeah~

  • @MatthiasVanEnte
    @MatthiasVanEnte 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love Neal Francis!

  • @imirim
    @imirim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    just saw this band in Cincinnati last night. They were phenomenal.

  • @M_B_J
    @M_B_J 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    First concert I saw after 2+ years of COVID was Neal. He puts on a show, good stuff. Colemine is killing it.

    • @CaponeCraps
      @CaponeCraps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too. Saw them in the home town at an amazing venue, Thalia Hall. Unreal live band!

    • @ryannadler2617
      @ryannadler2617 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Neal's with ATO now!

  • @earlbutler6213
    @earlbutler6213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes !

  • @glenkellett492
    @glenkellett492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These guys have been touring relentlessly. And it shows! Bravo

  • @DannySullivanMusic
    @DannySullivanMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    They've got the best feel

  • @bhamss11
    @bhamss11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    never heard of them thanks for turning me on these guys rock

  • @julesdrums6167
    @julesdrums6167 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man. Awesome. What a cool, retro sound. Love it!

  • @thejibberful
    @thejibberful ปีที่แล้ว +2

    SO good. Alameda Apartments has been on repeat lately around my apartment

  • @yanleysalazar8050
    @yanleysalazar8050 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw Neil Francis last night in New Orleans, what a great performance! A great band, a must see if there in a town near you

  • @vonnscottbair
    @vonnscottbair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good Morning: Holy Mackerel, the woman speaks truth--do have a new band to follow.

  • @guidovene539
    @guidovene539 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mi nuevo Reyyyyyyy

  • @mattymurphmusic302
    @mattymurphmusic302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    unreal musicianship

  • @Tom_Coppola
    @Tom_Coppola 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Changes is such a masterpiece, been waiting on this one for a long time so thank you KEXP!

  • @stevegrunkemeyer2420
    @stevegrunkemeyer2420 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Neal, your vibe of love and feeling a specific moment are just great to follow and listen to. The Journey is awesome.

  • @playitsofast
    @playitsofast ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just seen Neil Francis on Saturday. What an amazing performance! What a band! What an amazing piano player. I'll be seeing them Everytime they come through Detroit or anywhere in Michigan! Keep up the great work gentlemen 👍🏼

  • @funkyris
    @funkyris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Found new music. What a band. Second song is the killer. Thank you so much. I love the whole show.

  • @benfinkleman4323
    @benfinkleman4323 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soo Great, it just keeps sounding better and better. I hope you guys come to Vancouver bc again !!

  • @Leonkcirtap
    @Leonkcirtap 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When sound & songs are just perfect ! Pat from Belgium 😊

  • @lawrenceheadrick
    @lawrenceheadrick ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saw them open for Marcus king in Oct.... Never heard of them and I came away liking their show better than Marcus King.... Don't get me wrong Marcus was awesome, but something about Neil and his band that just blew me away!! Hugh fan of these guys now... can't wait to see them live again!!

    • @cormackjames
      @cormackjames ปีที่แล้ว

      That's cool, I had never heard of Marcus King until today because he is on the bill for a festival in Indy. The bill is top to bottom amazing so far.

  • @LuisMedinaInformador
    @LuisMedinaInformador 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where The Music Matters!

  • @drstevil9054
    @drstevil9054 ปีที่แล้ว

    We visited their Rotterdam performance this October. It was awesome! Thank you, to the whole Neal Francis band!! Hope to see you again soon.

  • @bigtdrewdrmr
    @bigtdrewdrmr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking forward to seeing them live tomorrow night in Chattanooga TN. Opening for Amos Lee 😁

  • @Ivansaraceno
    @Ivansaraceno ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍 bravissimo

  • @dmc2008
    @dmc2008 ปีที่แล้ว

    That rhythm section sounds sooooooooooooo good

  • @earlbutler6213
    @earlbutler6213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Indescribably Good !

  • @maertykeller2779
    @maertykeller2779 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    True Musicians!!!

  • @buddha4242
    @buddha4242 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm really glad I started listening more to Neal. Prometheus is probably my favorite.
    He is his own thing for sure, and I hear so many influences blended together: Richard Manuel from The Band, Elton John, Dr. John, Ben Folds, even Ray Charles.
    So good.

    • @rickporteous6578
      @rickporteous6578 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm hearing some Bruce Hornsby in here too.

  • @metaldetectorists76
    @metaldetectorists76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Only just clicked on the new KEXPbait...Only 2.02 minutes in and lovin it.. Lovin it..lovin it like that...It is wicked...Piano tinkling reminds me a little of classic Supertramp minus the hire pitched vocals...

    • @CaponeCraps
      @CaponeCraps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great call on the Supertramp vibe 👌

    • @shnootch
      @shnootch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      getting a big kinks hit from the second tune

  • @brownkemosabe
    @brownkemosabe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally!! COLEMINE RECORDS REPRESENT

  • @jimdickson9816
    @jimdickson9816 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look forward to seeing Neal here in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada for Harvest Music Fest this September! Great sound! :)

  • @scottmizener8026
    @scottmizener8026 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saw them opening for Marcus King in Toronto , Never heard of him before , Great vibe live he brings , Woth seeing if around your town cheers

  • @oarghmm72
    @oarghmm72 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fucking brilliant!!!! You guys have illuminated my Friday night! :-D

  • @meripoupon1128
    @meripoupon1128 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow

  • @mountainlife2411
    @mountainlife2411 ปีที่แล้ว

    They're coming to Fuji rock this year. This should be a good one.

  • @sandierzen7300
    @sandierzen7300 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Coola !😉✌

  • @JabYoFace
    @JabYoFace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I knew I would like this video and music before I clicked on the video.

  • @sistawoman1
    @sistawoman1 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤❤❤

  • @jamesrogers3082
    @jamesrogers3082 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great forum

  • @mtnrunner2
    @mtnrunner2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yeah, pretty sure Cheryl Waters has one of the best jobs in the world 😀

  • @charliefrederick5434
    @charliefrederick5434 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I saw these guys last night 9-27-22. They were so much fun to watch and also great music

  • @mtnrunner2
    @mtnrunner2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn

  • @zozulka3170
    @zozulka3170 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Вау, мені подобається 💔

  • @mozart_rosicky23
    @mozart_rosicky23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Maybe this is the best Live on KEXP I've ever seen. Amazing performance and a really interesting interview. Cheers ✌️

    • @kiereluurs1243
      @kiereluurs1243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, probably, 'ever' ('period').
      Off all those hundreds of session, you ALL heard, of course.
      #voidCliche

    • @NealFrancis
      @NealFrancis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow thanks!

  • @PullingEnterprises
    @PullingEnterprises 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it's pretty groovy

  • @TTWGD3
    @TTWGD3 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alameda Apartments is my fav cuz it sounds like a cross between Billy Joel and Steely Dan and Jackson Browne

  • @philipberry1633
    @philipberry1633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Well, someone has a new fan...

    • @CaponeCraps
      @CaponeCraps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out everything he has, it's all great!

    • @rjd7545
      @rjd7545 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow this dude is a boss on the keys!

  • @deashadominic
    @deashadominic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Real Elton John “Tumbleweed Connection” vibe.

  • @kumbackquatsta
    @kumbackquatsta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the talented mr. ronald weasley (headed to the ball)

  • @mattnorman4007
    @mattnorman4007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Primal scream vibes

  • @Beradikals
    @Beradikals 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cheryl is my dealer.

  • @stradgaming8864
    @stradgaming8864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow same voice as Damon Albarn !!

  • @PegroProX440
    @PegroProX440 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It’s Edward sharp meets Jim Croce

  • @metaldetectorists76
    @metaldetectorists76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Meant to say "high pitched vocals" LOL...

  • @SF.Carlos
    @SF.Carlos ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing duo band, but its spelled “Neil Frances” (as the duo); not Neal Frances (just the vocalist)

  • @mc76
    @mc76 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is very reminiscent of Tumbleweed Connection-era Elton John.

  • @gabrielsacks5267
    @gabrielsacks5267 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    First!

  • @JJ-xt2cf
    @JJ-xt2cf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They sound good and also their songs get a little snoozy

  • @jimbobbeer6642
    @jimbobbeer6642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Channeling Freddie Mercury on the piano.

  • @iannorstad58
    @iannorstad58 ปีที่แล้ว

    Encino man is that you???

  • @JJ-xt2cf
    @JJ-xt2cf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    They got the groove in this first one but lyrics leave something to be desired

  • @swarolis
    @swarolis 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Só tinham que arranjar um vocal mais marcante, de resto tá perfeito.

  • @estudiotamboril6025
    @estudiotamboril6025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Elton John and Billy Joel vibes

    • @steveododo
      @steveododo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would rather say Allen Toussaint

  • @kroggydog
    @kroggydog 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great sound ,camera production is bad , never shows the band play ing together. individual closeups are lame

  • @MarioAMM1
    @MarioAMM1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cheryl’s voice seems weird somehow… maybe she was sick?

  • @MaximGolovlev
    @MaximGolovlev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your music is awesome, you need to find a good vocalist and it will be something

    • @marSLaZZ66
      @marSLaZZ66 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry his voice is limited cause i really like this guy

    • @CaponeCraps
      @CaponeCraps 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      There are a lot of musicians that some people consider to not have "good voices" who have really stood the test of time... Dave Matthew's, Leon Russell, Bob Dylan...

    • @marksimons4108
      @marksimons4108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like who???

    • @rabo4686
      @rabo4686 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CaponeCraps …Donald Fagen….😊

  • @kiereluurs1243
    @kiereluurs1243 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please cut the draaawwwl, Cheryl .
    With all sympathy.

  • @paynej32013
    @paynej32013 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw Neal Francis open for Les claypool last night. Never heard of them. They KICKED ASS