Man, I went down a Father John Misty hole for about 4 or 5 years, where nothing else got me as excited. He's just the full package, not something you see often.
Oh man, I am feeling this comment. I haven't been able to find anything else that stands up to FJM since I started listening to his music. Please let me know how you eventually broke the spell!
Everyone needs more Father John Misty in their life. I was fortunate to be introduced to him when he released his 1st FJM album - Fear Fun - and I've been following him ever since. My single most favorite live performance of a song is Father John Mist playing "Bored in the USA" on Letterman. His exaggerated, sarcastic and deliberate choreography fit perfectly with the sarcasm and misanthropic tone of the lyrics. It's one of the most perfect and perfectly-executed live performances I've ever seen. If you like the way he moves and his performance in this video, definitely check out "Bored in the USA" live on Letterman.
He played Only son of a ladiesman on letterman once too, and his performance was great. Very flamboyant, yet subdued and perfect at the same time for the song.
Thanks for this! Often people say Father John Misty songs are simple, but it's so deceptive! They can be so complex! Also really enjoy seeing you watch this for the first time and really GET IT. ❤
You might not know, but he was the drummer for Fleet Foxes. His solo stuff was simple and dark, but as Father John Misty he really went for that Fear and Loathing in Las Vega vibe.
I always wondered what role he played in Fleet Foxes. I never listened to them much but I always tried to pick his voice out. Now I know why I couldn’t lol
I saw him open for Rocky Votolato and Damien Jurado in 2006. This was back when he performed as J Tillman. He opened the show and blew my mind then ad-libbed drums for Votolato. Jurado closed the night out. Such a great show. To top it all off it was $7 to get in the door and there were only about 150 people in attendance.
I absolutely love FJM. I was glad that he made his way to the microphone where he belongs. I've listened to quite a bit of his J. Tillman stuff, but it just feels like it's missing the satirical wit and dark comedic charm of FJM. He's mentioned in interviews that he found his 1st person narrative voice he uses to write his FJM songs while writing a novel. He also claims he had an epiphany one night while taking LSD. Maybe it was a mix of both. I'm just glad he figured out the formula.
Thank you so much for reviewing my song Michael! SOOO glad you dig it. Man this whole concert is well worth your time! There's a whole rabbit hole to dive into with Father John Misty!! Also its Daniel Lee lol. Not Les😂
Welcome to the FJM fan club! Hes one of the BEST rock /folk/pop artists from USA in the last 20 years easy! Lyrics very clevers and music with full of details of a great song writer.
Just need to watch the whole concert. You will not regret it. Captivating. Magical. All those words. I’ve been in a worm hole for months where nothing else is good enough.
Love Josh Tillman/Father John Misty. Got to see him live several years ago. Incredible show! So much wonderful, unique music with his wonderfully bent sense of humor. Check out Ballad of a Dying Man. One of my favorites.
Man. The Honeybear album is genius. I saw him on that tour and they were incredible. Check out the album, and definitely, When You're Smiling and Astride Me.
Thank you so much for reviewing this amazing live performance. I’ve only seen him live a half dozen times. That’s not near enough for me. He has SO many other songs you must, must, must, hear. 😳😳😳😳
Love your channel and that you take these requests. Love Father John Misty's sound and style. Although haven't heard his more recent stuff, and actually haven't seen his live stuff. Really good!
so cool to see you react to some Father John Misty, I Love You Honeybear got some really powerful tunes, always bringing a complex, melodic and crisp sound but with show stealing performances from John
Absolutely love this channel!!! As a non musician, I still feel your reactions. Your ATW and Manchester Orchestra reacts were dope. Try out Lord Huron “Your Other Life/ Ton Autre Vie videos. Cool AF. I would love for you to go back and rewatch ATW Blood and Sand live in Belgium. This version has the keys and they aren’t to be missed! Keep up the great work.
Hey Michael-- I just want to thank you for this video and your channel in general! While my guitar skills will always be stuck at "mediocre" (I don't practice!), what I really appreciate is your enthusiasm for music and your willingness to listen to all different genres of music with an open mind. Ever since you put this video out, I have been listening to Father John Misty almost exclusively, and I never would have checked him out without your video. And this isn't the first time you have gotten me into a new artist, either. You even got me to listen to a genre I had sworn off (country)! So thanks for the great content. I really enjoy it!
I haven't list to Father John Misty in a hot minute. Great quirky artist! I've got a few of his CD's but I think it's time to do a Spotify deep dive and see what else I can find. Cheers!
Saw him in Atlanta last year……he’s fucking mesmerizing….incredible performer, the production was so stylized I thought I was at a broadway performance. You definitely need some more Father John Misty in your live. He’s dark, he’s smart and he’s melodic. I loved seeing your reaction to his music because it reminded me of mine.
Hey Michael! Love you real time breakdowns. Please check out Glass Beams in the future. If you haven’t already heard them, I think you’re going to dig it. Cheers from Michigan
You also need to get into "Butch Bastard" aka Ian Murray. Start with "Little Black Shoes", "Elegy For The Baby Boomer" and "Las Vegas Salvation"..Ian is a lyrical and musical genius like Misty is
with you being a guitar teacher and all, I'd love to see your take on the song "Where did all the guitars go" by McFly. It came out a few months ago in the UK. Your take not just on the musicality of the song, but the subject matter as well.
If you're looking for more music that's in dialogue with Americana from an art-rock perspective with an emphasis on strong poetry, Big Thief certainly fit the bill: th-cam.com/video/T0jzqIwrhIs/w-d-xo.html
![Father John Misty - "Nothing Good Ever Happens at the Goddamn Thirsty Crow" [Live from Nashville]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/eYlpGkVelck/mqdefault.jpg)
Man, I went down a Father John Misty hole for about 4 or 5 years, where nothing else got me as excited. He's just the full package, not something you see often.
Oh man, I am feeling this comment. I haven't been able to find anything else that stands up to FJM since I started listening to his music. Please let me know how you eventually broke the spell!
@@jaskocd It can't be broken. You can temporarily abandon the Father, but you will always come back.
@@spazalicious Im doing it now on 6/8/2024
Everyone needs more Father John Misty in their life. I was fortunate to be introduced to him when he released his 1st FJM album - Fear Fun - and I've been following him ever since.
My single most favorite live performance of a song is Father John Mist playing "Bored in the USA" on Letterman. His exaggerated, sarcastic and deliberate choreography fit perfectly with the sarcasm and misanthropic tone of the lyrics. It's one of the most perfect and perfectly-executed live performances I've ever seen. If you like the way he moves and his performance in this video, definitely check out "Bored in the USA" live on Letterman.
He played Only son of a ladiesman on letterman once too, and his performance was great. Very flamboyant, yet subdued and perfect at the same time for the song.
His album Pure Comedy is a near perfect piece of art...
Agreed, it’s one of my faves!
Thanks for this! Often people say Father John Misty songs are simple, but it's so deceptive! They can be so complex! Also really enjoy seeing you watch this for the first time and really GET IT. ❤
You might not know, but he was the drummer for Fleet Foxes. His solo stuff was simple and dark, but as Father John Misty he really went for that Fear and Loathing in Las Vega vibe.
I always wondered what role he played in Fleet Foxes. I never listened to them much but I always tried to pick his voice out. Now I know why I couldn’t lol
Honestly so nuts to have a guy with THAT voice hiding silently behind the drums.
I saw him open for Rocky Votolato and Damien Jurado in 2006. This was back when he performed as J Tillman. He opened the show and blew my mind then ad-libbed drums for Votolato. Jurado closed the night out. Such a great show. To top it all off it was $7 to get in the door and there were only about 150 people in attendance.
I absolutely love FJM. I was glad that he made his way to the microphone where he belongs. I've listened to quite a bit of his J. Tillman stuff, but it just feels like it's missing the satirical wit and dark comedic charm of FJM. He's mentioned in interviews that he found his 1st person narrative voice he uses to write his FJM songs while writing a novel. He also claims he had an epiphany one night while taking LSD. Maybe it was a mix of both. I'm just glad he figured out the formula.
Thank you so much for reviewing my song Michael! SOOO glad you dig it. Man this whole concert is well worth your time! There's a whole rabbit hole to dive into with Father John Misty!! Also its Daniel Lee lol. Not Les😂
Thank you Mr. Lee, Michael, bubbie. For yourself, time stamp 25:20 and listen to " chateau lobby #4. It's the song I play and I am in love
You wrote this song?
@@macphee24 lol no. I wish! Father John Misty gets all credit there. I just requested it
I’ve seen FJM live six times and often visit this video because it’s such a good recording of a great performance.
Welcome to the FJM fan club! Hes one of the BEST rock /folk/pop artists from USA in the last 20 years easy! Lyrics very clevers and music with full of details of a great song writer.
Just need to watch the whole concert. You will not regret it. Captivating. Magical. All those words. I’ve been in a worm hole for months where nothing else is good enough.
Huge fan here. I’ve followed this guy for a really long time. Live shows are incredible and let’s not forget that band. Total pros
Love Josh Tillman/Father John Misty. Got to see him live several years ago. Incredible show! So much wonderful, unique music with his wonderfully bent sense of humor. Check out Ballad of a Dying Man. One of my favorites.
Father John is amazing live!
Love Father John. Great lyrics
PAPA BLESS
Man. The Honeybear album is genius. I saw him on that tour and they were incredible. Check out the album, and definitely, When You're Smiling and Astride Me.
You get it. This is why I watch you.
I've listened to a number of his albums much more than once, but weirdly never looked up a live performance. Holy schmoly, I've been missing out!!!
Got to see them live at an outdoor venue in San Diego last summer. Everyone in his band is amazing.
Thank you so much for reviewing this amazing live performance. I’ve only seen him live a half dozen times. That’s not near enough for me. He has SO many other songs you must, must, must, hear. 😳😳😳😳
Love your channel and that you take these requests. Love Father John Misty's sound and style. Although haven't heard his more recent stuff, and actually haven't seen his live stuff. Really good!
Great song and an even better arrangement. Good work everyone!
I would like to see this live again like the first time, what a performance
so cool to see you react to some Father John Misty, I Love You Honeybear got some really powerful tunes, always bringing a complex, melodic and crisp sound but with show stealing performances from John
I don't remember seeing you almost speechless.
Absolutely love this channel!!! As a non musician, I still feel your reactions. Your ATW and Manchester Orchestra reacts were dope. Try out Lord Huron “Your Other Life/ Ton Autre Vie videos. Cool AF. I would love for you to go back and rewatch ATW Blood and Sand live in Belgium. This version has the keys and they aren’t to be missed! Keep up the great work.
Hey Michael-- I just want to thank you for this video and your channel in general! While my guitar skills will always be stuck at "mediocre" (I don't practice!), what I really appreciate is your enthusiasm for music and your willingness to listen to all different genres of music with an open mind. Ever since you put this video out, I have been listening to Father John Misty almost exclusively, and I never would have checked him out without your video. And this isn't the first time you have gotten me into a new artist, either. You even got me to listen to a genre I had sworn off (country)! So thanks for the great content. I really enjoy it!
I haven't list to Father John Misty in a hot minute. Great quirky artist! I've got a few of his CD's but I think it's time to do a Spotify deep dive and see what else I can find. Cheers!
Yes!!! Michael discovers Reverend Tillman. Some kind of genius. Smiling and Astride Me from this same concert is an ABSOLUTE MUST!🍻👍👍
This started out as a country ballad, and evolves into a Elvis Presley like performance. I haven't made up my mind yet. 😅
Saw him in Atlanta last year……he’s fucking mesmerizing….incredible performer, the production was so stylized I thought I was at a broadway performance. You definitely need some more Father John Misty in your live. He’s dark, he’s smart and he’s melodic. I loved seeing your reaction to his music because it reminded me of mine.
Real Love Baby. Father John Misty
I’m so glad you got into Josh. One the best artists I’ve ever seen live
It's cool to watch you react to really good song writers.
Easily my favorite song from him. The lyrics are absolutely hilarious.
When he throws the guitar was probably the coolest moment in rock music in a decade
Hey Michael! Love you real time breakdowns. Please check out Glass Beams in the future. If you haven’t already heard them, I think you’re going to dig it. Cheers from Michigan
You also need to get into "Butch Bastard" aka Ian Murray. Start with "Little Black Shoes", "Elegy For The Baby Boomer" and "Las Vegas Salvation"..Ian is a lyrical and musical genius like Misty is
You NEED to watch the whole 2017 concert this was from Live At The Capitol Theater"///pure genius
with you being a guitar teacher and all, I'd love to see your take on the song "Where did all the guitars go" by McFly. It came out a few months ago in the UK. Your take not just on the musicality of the song, but the subject matter as well.
Never heard Father John before, what a smooth voice😊
Thanks for this. Really fascinating to hear your thoughts.
I would love to see what you say about Elliott Smith.
I know, it’s only rock n roll, but I like it
You have to check out Charlie Parr 1922 blues
Next FJM needs to be So I’m Growing Old on Magic Mountain live at ASL
the album version bro
Hey Palmisano! The wood brothers have a new song. Thw wood brothers - Kitchen Floor
I put a FJM song into the requests on GuitarGate last year!
Can you do a Hermanos Guiterrez reaction!
Man what is the ethereal sound in the beginning? It feels some kind of way. Tension may be the wrong word
Talk about a set of woozy, boozy sounds to make you immediately feel ill at ease.
@@geirgaseidnes7809 I love when something catches me off guard in a song so much
If you're looking for more music that's in dialogue with Americana from an art-rock perspective with an emphasis on strong poetry, Big Thief certainly fit the bill: th-cam.com/video/T0jzqIwrhIs/w-d-xo.html
Did she talk to Angels while packing her bag mid flight?
Not the easiest song to play along to at first listen! 😁
DIE ON THE CROSS OF THE MARTYR FT Tim Henson.... Your welcome.
See also Pink Floyd The Wall
That was damn awful
Personally I think this song sucks..but I like watching the reactions