Playing a 5 string fretless with perfect intonation, perfect time with the percussion, singing complicated verses , moving around ... how is that even possible?? Amazing!
I agree that technically this is all well executed. If I might ask, fundamentally, did you enjoy the music / songs? I am just curious. It seems like well-executed and an ambitious, artsy performance of musical theatre, but I am not sure I found the songs enjoyable. I am just wondering if others feel that way.
@@gleventhal I understand you, this album (just like the the rest of her albums) requires several listenings to begin to grasp the full concept of her music and lyrics, but once you got It, its really amazing, it really is.
@@israco89 I've enjoyed a lot of her more straight-forward jazz and brazilian/latin-jazz work, this is a different bag though. I feel like this is similar to Frank Zappa's work which I enjoy more because of Frank's dry comic personality coming though, where I find her to be more playful and seemingly-intentionally artsy here, which I find less appealing and a bit more (and it's a harsher word than I'd like) pretentious. She's a better musician than Zappa though, in my opinion (which I'd be surprised if it were a controversial one)
This is the most original stuff I've heard in about 25 fucking years. No one can say there isn't anything new out there after seeing something like this. Somewhere Miles Davis and Frank Zappa are smiling broadly. Fucking amazing, Ms Spalding. Please, never stop.
You can say that again. Can't believe the idiocrasy in the comments about this jazz artist who dares to go down her own lane. I definitely see why prince endorsed this girl.
Every musician needs to watch this. This is what it means to be a musician. She is fearless. She is a legend. This performance is inspiring and awesome. Her vocals over her playing is sensational. So glad I watched this!
It is not hard to handle all those things at once. Especially if you're the creator. That being said this is extraordinary music professionally crafted, original, sincere. Here is an artist that wants to communicate with her audience and does.
@@nowkentapplegate5315 you mean it's not hard for HER. Any musician will tell you what she does is unique to her other-worldly ability to completely "divide her brain and ears". There are other bass players that sing well, but usually the bass line is simplified to allow them to focus on the vocal melody.
I'm surprised at the negative comments on here. For me, this is an incredible artistic performance of one of the most musically interesting albums to come out in a long time. I guess it just goes to show how varied people's taste is. The greatest shame is how rude people are on the internet when they don't enjoy things other people do!
Those people are just not able to handle something different from what they know. Esperanza is wayyy ahead of her time. Maybe 10 years from now they will realize their wrong.
I saw this show at the Forum in Melbourne Australia a few weeks ago. The most amazing live performance I have ever seen. Her talent is from another planet. Not to be missed if you get the chance.
" Funk the Fear " is just straight up coming out of the Zappa tradition ( btw - try playing that bass line AND singing THAT melody ! ) . And " Elevate or Operate " is compositional gold. When people don't understand something , they tend to dislike it vehemently - maybe not understanding it , if ever , until years later ( i.e. Stravinsky's " Rite of Spring " ). But like it or not - this is a brave step for an artist clearly not wanting to rest on the safety net of past accolades. This is a gem, methinks.
Catch her live when she comes to a city near you. The show is very theatrical, almost like interpretive street art, but far more energetic and exciting in the live setting. The compressed audio just doesn't capture what you hear live in this show. I just saw them live tonight, and the sound is much bigger and more dynamic than what you hear here. While her voice (incredible range) continues to mesmerize me, her bass playing was what really captured my attention tonight, especially during the couple spots where guitarist Matthew Stevens takes extended solos. While she does hold down the bottom end nicely, she pretty much solos, more like playing counterpoint against his lines; fast, fluid lines that will inevitably invite Jaco comparisons. I hope she wins at least one more Grammy for this project.
Totally agree. I went to listen to her last year in Como (Italy), and it completely mesmerized me. Sound was ridiculously great, she was stunning and everybody was so talented. One of my favourite artist. She will be considered a giant.
I actually really like her new sound. Everyone is so use to her jazz music that its the only thing they associate her with. She's experimenting and making something quite new and refreshing. A true artist in the sense.
THIS WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! This is an intelligent play intended to challenge your perception of LIFE. Themes of true life events of love and fear and doing the things you want to do. She led by example and did exactly that, did what she wanted and composed music that is just SICK and made a performance that makes it hard for some people stuck in the traditional pop culture to appreciate. This is true artistry and really opened my eyes to what I would like my life to be... Esperanza... You're the SHIZNIT!
How people can dislike all this ? This is celestial. I can't get some people... Must to be very soulless... I'm touched with the acting, the meaning of lyrics and context, and surely, the amazing voice and arrangements. Her bass is life. Drums and guitar on point, the singers are amazing... I see passion and dedication to music here. I feel glad for the gift of audition. I am happy I can enjoy these songs. Haha idk what's going on after this with me. Surely changed my life .
It's taking me awhile too. There is some idiot-savantness in here though, I believe. Clear away some of the clutter and maybe find some really far ahead thinking stuff that may influence future styles. Listen to her outro on "Operate Elevate" for instance... And lyrically, Noble Nobles is not very accessible but musically, very interesting, I think. Just an opinion.
So thankful, I got the chance to see this awesome show. It was everything !!! Esperanza is even more beautiful in person...mesmerizing.😍 Her voice alone deserves an standing ovation...*perfect* From beginning to end..the story..the music captured my attention. Artistry at its best...have never experienced anything like it. Only a person..with an ear for music...a true art lover can appreciate this.
Wow,so you did like too.Very good taste,and my idol Esperanza speak my native language Portuguese from Brazil while she know a lot of brasilian musicia .She did also record so many beautiful music by brasilian composers in Portuguese Languages,only best from here who she likes,of course !
Fantastic show that really cheered me up on a bad day today. Esperanza is fantastic, I have no idea how one person can manage all of that singing, playing, performing at the same time. Incredible!
This is one of the most inspirational performances I've ever seen, the vision, the musicianship on display, the deeply positive spiritual message of love and radiance. Absolutely beautiful and iconic!
It amazes me that something this creative and musical can garner so many thumbs down. She is amazing, and this a wonderful twist on a music concert. Awesome!
I looove this. Art is something that needs to push your boundaries, and by god this music does that. I´m going to my record store on Monday and buying this record. FANTASTIC.
Musicians have to go through a lot of exploration to become flexible enough to be creatively free...we all seek creative freedom...this is the journey...freedom!
I fell in love with these tracks on first listen of Emily’s D+Evolution. It’s so interesting to take in these unique performances in a different order.
And 3 years on, this is every bit as amazing. So grateful that I had a chance to see it live in Chicago. Simply spellbinding. A true artist for the generations.
Brilliant! One talented lady! Great performance piece also. Takes guts and years of honing your craft to pull off a slick show like this. i'll be watching this again........also a bad ass bassist. #jealous LOL
Miss Spalding, I'm at loss for words, but damn baby...damn. I haven't been this satisfied with skill and creativity in years. Thank you for expressing yourself with like-minded support on stage...damn you're special! "No more acting predicable roles."
i won't deny the talent it took to pull this off but it's not for me. i still appreciate n.p.r. finding us unusual music to experience, there is no one like them.
+bryan mannoia She integrates art and poetry into a mix of soul and jazz. It's definitely not for everybody, but I think the people that claim that it is garbage are definitely mistaken.
This girl is tough man, she is blending jazz soul folk and rock she definitely has a lot of female artist in the business beat. But nothing beats her radio music Society album in my opinion.
Another important thing I see it's that she leaves the stage to the other musicians, she decided to put them in the front, the same place of her. Obviously she's the protagonist, but not the only character. That might a sing of humbleness.
Stellar ,,,the band is so tight with hooks it's off the hook,,grooves, music swings, rocks soul, ,,,Espiranza ,,,your bass ,vocals connect so well..and locking in with Karriem is like listening to a Alan Holdworth groove ,doesnt get any better whoooooa
That. Was. Amazing! I’ve never seen anything like that in my life but have imagined many things along the line for myself. Then adulthood. For some reason the journeys traveled as an adult have expelled my childhood visions and dreams from ever visiting the daytime. You have inspired me today and I only dream it will tomorrow. I hope to meet you someday (and I don’t say that sparingly) you are a being of light and creativity and I would love to share my creativity with you and converse about the relics of past artists and genres. Something tells me you’ve gathered some from many to create such a unique sound. Thank you for sharing❤️ cheers to somedays
I had the pleasure to diner twice with Esperanza, Lovano, Dejohnette and Genovese here in France at the beginning of 2014 and while discussing and listening what these 4 monsters were telling, exchanging and projecting about their future.....I now realize that I'd saw all of this coming......Esperanza is an Artist for the Ages and in capital letters......the purest....most badass musician of these last decades......talented as a million in one....yet assuming and absorbing what she has loved, or love in present time from what she hears in music.....such a magical inspired and inspiring musician... after ending her concert with the Spring Quartet and while all the others were already out of their lodges......she continued like a Yoda in trance to play Upright Bass from her lodge 'till her internal pulsions told her to stop.....then exit the theater .....yet with and expression of ecstasy on her face after such a musical trip on the scene.......Amazing.....with her older colleagues , with me, my team and every other people that just came to see her in action.....from Mulhouse - France - February 2014......
Hi! I´m a martian. I was just surfin´ the .NET in my UFO and came across this. Let me tell you, I love you human beings. You guys are really unpredictable and exciting... How do you do it? Singing, playing and dancing in sparkling garments... Those sounds are... can´t find the words. I guess I will never totally understand you. And that´s simply fascinating.
She sure puts on a show. Such fluidity and grace in this performance. She's got an impressive posse as well. There's talent up and down the stage. I'm amazed by all the critics here. Doesn't take much to tear someone down from your rollie-chair or toilet seat.
Some of the comments here are very interesting. I would like to add that new sound is always treated with some negativity. What I hear is explosive talent! Interesting, intellectually challenging lyrics, fantastic production and very innovative thinking when it comes to performance. However I do see where some negativity is coming from. I enjoyed this performance! Don't care about awards etc. I do believe they are indicative of talent or that something goes well but what I really focus on is the way my ears (and eyes in this case!) receive the performance in general. Thumbs up!
The need of change we should understand, wherever the wind blows. That's not the Esperanza we used to know, but another part of her exists and it's wonderful she menaged to show it.
Esperanza is one bassist and 🎭 I hope will grace NewYork in near future what a gifted talent. Really trippy work I will definitely be in the audience when the time comes with my glass of champagne.
I take back the "Hipster jazz" comment. I can't get these song's out of my head, especially: Lava, Ivy, One & Unconditional love. These song's are incredible, it just took me a few listens. I went back & researched Spalding. The Emily stuff is my favorite, but i absolutely love the trio clips with Geri Allen and the amazing drummer, who's name escapes me. The talent is off the charts.
Unlike some I love it . To be enough letting this out you so freeing. I’m truly enjoying the show. Back in the 80’s that sorta reminds of your show Thank you much love
I love ambition, and this is ambitious. I love people who won't deal in mediocrity. All the haters go and do something real. This is art from an artist. Who cares what you think.
Taking music performance to the next level, very theatrical, great band and new features. Singing and songwriting has improved beyond measure while still retaining the Esperanza sound. Keep up the great work and we'll definitely check it out next time.
Yes, she's "painting" with abandon. I can't process/embrace some of of it. But even then. My gosh. She is ALL OVER IT as a bass player - AND to be singing/playing at same time complex melodies/rhythms. Alone, alone that is jaw dropping for me. A monstrous/prodigious talent. Makes it all look pathetically easy when I'd have to practice the rest of my life to pull that off. Drummer pretty doggone sweet as well.
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Playing a 5 string fretless with perfect intonation, perfect time with the percussion, singing complicated verses , moving around ... how is that even possible?? Amazing!
She is ART; living, walking, breathing ART.
I agree that technically this is all well executed. If I might ask, fundamentally, did you enjoy the music / songs? I am just curious. It seems like well-executed and an ambitious, artsy performance of musical theatre, but I am not sure I found the songs enjoyable. I am just wondering if others feel that way.
@@gleventhal I understand you, this album (just like the the rest of her albums) requires several listenings to begin to grasp the full concept of her music and lyrics, but once you got It, its really amazing, it really is.
@@gleventhal yes, I did.
@@israco89 I've enjoyed a lot of her more straight-forward jazz and brazilian/latin-jazz work, this is a different bag though. I feel like this is similar to Frank Zappa's work which I enjoy more because of Frank's dry comic personality coming though, where I find her to be more playful and seemingly-intentionally artsy here, which I find less appealing and a bit more (and it's a harsher word than I'd like) pretentious.
She's a better musician than Zappa though, in my opinion (which I'd be surprised if it were a controversial one)
This is the most original stuff I've heard in about 25 fucking years. No one can say there isn't anything new out there after seeing something like this. Somewhere Miles Davis and Frank Zappa are smiling broadly. Fucking amazing, Ms Spalding. Please, never stop.
You can say that again. Can't believe the idiocrasy in the comments about this jazz artist who dares to go down her own lane. I definitely see why prince endorsed this girl.
I just found down the rabbit hole today..better later I find something once every ten years and this is the one.
Every musician needs to watch this. This is what it means to be a musician. She is fearless. She is a legend. This performance is inspiring and awesome. Her vocals over her playing is sensational. So glad I watched this!
This is the album of her I love most... And to play it lively is very challenging! Love this!
I can only dream of having that degree of independence between bass and singing!. An utterly impressively talented musician, singer and composed!
To handle all the vocals, (fretless) basses, bass pedals while being a performer and pushing her music to the limit is simply stunning!
+Joep van den Nieuwenhuizen (MuziekJoep) I didn't notice the bass was fretless. Now I'm even more impressed!
Yeah it's so difficult to intonate two things at once...
It is not hard to handle all those things at once. Especially if you're the creator. That being said this is extraordinary music professionally crafted, original, sincere. Here is an artist that wants to communicate with her audience and does.
It's the kind of thing that only happens when you really let go
@@nowkentapplegate5315 you mean it's not hard for HER. Any musician will tell you what she does is unique to her other-worldly ability to completely "divide her brain and ears". There are other bass players that sing well, but usually the bass line is simplified to allow them to focus on the vocal melody.
I'm surprised at the negative comments on here. For me, this is an incredible artistic performance of one of the most musically interesting albums to come out in a long time. I guess it just goes to show how varied people's taste is. The greatest shame is how rude people are on the internet when they don't enjoy things other people do!
it's all in good fun
Those people are just not able to handle something different from what they know. Esperanza is wayyy ahead of her time. Maybe 10 years from now they will realize their wrong.
Wow. This proves that human beings are dynamic and can't be put in boxes. Well done, E.
yes If PRINCE was a girl this would be HER/HIM
I think this is super fascinating. Artists explore new ways to express themselves all the time.
I saw this show at the Forum in Melbourne Australia a few weeks ago. The most amazing live performance I have ever seen. Her talent is from another planet. Not to be missed if you get the chance.
" Funk the Fear " is just straight up coming out of the Zappa tradition ( btw - try playing that bass line AND singing THAT melody ! ) . And " Elevate or Operate " is compositional gold. When people don't understand something , they tend to dislike it vehemently - maybe not understanding it , if ever , until years later ( i.e. Stravinsky's " Rite of Spring " ). But like it or not - this is a brave step for an artist clearly not wanting to rest on the safety net of past accolades. This is a gem, methinks.
Catch her live when she comes to a city near you. The show is very theatrical, almost like interpretive street art, but far more energetic and exciting in the live setting. The compressed audio just doesn't capture what you hear live in this show. I just saw them live tonight, and the sound is much bigger and more dynamic than what you hear here. While her voice (incredible range) continues to mesmerize me, her bass playing was what really captured my attention tonight, especially during the couple spots where guitarist Matthew Stevens takes extended solos. While she does hold down the bottom end nicely, she pretty much solos, more like playing counterpoint against his lines; fast, fluid lines that will inevitably invite Jaco comparisons. I hope she wins at least one more Grammy for this project.
Great to hear..seeing her this week..beyond excited.
Totally agree. I went to listen to her last year in Como (Italy), and it completely mesmerized me. Sound was ridiculously great, she was stunning and everybody was so talented.
One of my favourite artist. She will be considered a giant.
Thanks for this comment - thanks to you I just checked and she's coming to my town in less than two weeks and yep, you bet I'm going.
update: yea, fucking awesome show. Worth every penny.
lol Grammy shmammy
saw her yesterday giving this show in Buenos Aires Argentina... MIND-HEART-SOUL BLOWING!!! Loved it!
dude! incredible!! sabes quien la teloneo?? estoy buscando el nombre de la chica y no la encuentro en ningun lado.
no che, llegué justo cuando terminaba de tocar así que ni idea...
I watched her for the first time ! I couldnt behave... I regret I screamed all songs. But I enjoyed every second haha
She just makes everything she does look so effortless. Truly one of the most talented people on the planet.
Wonderful jazz-rock kind of stage play! Musically and visually entertaining!🎤🎶🎸🎹
What a woman! What a performance!
I actually really like her new sound. Everyone is so use to her jazz music that its the only thing they associate her with.
She's experimenting and making something quite new and refreshing. A true artist in the sense.
THIS WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! This is an intelligent play intended to challenge your perception of LIFE. Themes of true life events of love and fear and doing the things you want to do. She led by example and did exactly that, did what she wanted and composed music that is just SICK and made a performance that makes it hard for some people stuck in the traditional pop culture to appreciate. This is true artistry and really opened my eyes to what I would like my life to be... Esperanza... You're the SHIZNIT!
What an incredible artist and performer. You can hear the joy in her writing and see it on her face as she performs. I'm in awe!
How people can dislike all this ? This is celestial. I can't get some people... Must to be very soulless... I'm touched with the acting, the meaning of lyrics and context, and surely, the amazing voice and arrangements. Her bass is life. Drums and guitar on point, the singers are amazing... I see passion and dedication to music here. I feel glad for the gift of audition. I am happy I can enjoy these songs. Haha idk what's going on after this with me. Surely changed my life .
First impression dont like, it seems so histrionica...nearly music busines...but perhaps I´ll change my posicion next time..auch
man is a lotttttttt of material......
jesse ok voy a escuchar
It's taking me awhile too. There is some idiot-savantness in here though, I believe. Clear away some of the clutter and maybe find some really far ahead thinking stuff that may influence future styles. Listen to her outro on "Operate Elevate" for instance... And lyrically, Noble Nobles is not very accessible but musically, very interesting, I think.
Just an opinion.
+SinoSoothsayer I don't know...but I was hit right on centre as target audience . I can relate every song .
Damn! A genius fem bass player doesn't even start to do her justice. Really amazing creativity. And so much heart.
Beautiful. Like a Zappa flower!
+Dragoneye Spot on.
The most beautiful thing ever! I just cried, filled with joy
What a talent. She can do it all. Absolutely beautiful.
So thankful, I got the chance to see this awesome show. It was everything !!! Esperanza is even more beautiful in person...mesmerizing.😍 Her voice alone deserves an standing ovation...*perfect* From beginning to end..the story..the music captured my attention. Artistry at its best...have never experienced anything like it. Only a person..with an ear for music...a true art lover can appreciate this.
This is modern Art at it finest!
Wow,so you did like too.Very good taste,and my idol Esperanza speak my native language Portuguese from Brazil while she know a lot of brasilian musicia .She did also record so many beautiful music by brasilian composers in Portuguese Languages,only best from here who she likes,of course !
Fantastic show that really cheered me up on a bad day today. Esperanza is fantastic, I have no idea how one person can manage all of that singing, playing, performing at the same time. Incredible!
This is one of the most inspirational performances I've ever seen, the vision, the musicianship on display, the deeply positive spiritual message of love and radiance. Absolutely beautiful and iconic!
This is so beautiful. We are witnessing this incredible bassist becoming a great composer, great artist. all in one
This is good! I just loved it! Great musicians, especially Esperanza...what a voice, bass player and she looks good too!
This is beyond music,this is Art.What a great evolution this girl had!
the music is art folk
Im so obsessed
been listening to this for 4 years now. can anyone say enough about how genius this performance is?
Her complete and utter flawless separation between the bass and vocal performance is unreal to the point of hard to fathom.
Flawless.
Great vocals, and backup musicians are crazy-good. Such a treat to hear new music that's not industry-pumped -out garbage!Genius!! ..love it.
It amazes me that something this creative and musical can garner so many thumbs down. She is amazing, and this a wonderful twist on a music concert. Awesome!
This album is going to be the first new piece of vinyl I'm going to buy in over a decade.
She's absolutely killing it. Wow, so amazing.
I looove this. Art is something that needs to push your boundaries, and by god this music does that.
I´m going to my record store on Monday and buying this record. FANTASTIC.
Simply A W E S O M E !
Loved each second of it. There's so much uniform goo in the music industry. Esperanza's Emily stands out with her creativity and honesty.
She's amazing, this is the first time I'm listening her music, as a musician I can say she's brilliant
21:30 Who are these giants!!
Multi-talented, inter disciplinary Spalding! Love it.
Musicians have to go through a lot of exploration to become flexible enough to be creatively free...we all seek creative freedom...this is the journey...freedom!
What a rich diversity of Music the world has created over the centuries! We are indeed blessed. Love this video on so many levels!
Absolutely incredible!!!!! amazing musicianship. Best performance ive seen in ages.
I fell in love with these tracks on first listen of Emily’s D+Evolution. It’s so interesting to take in these unique performances in a different order.
i´m so glad i "end up" enconter this amazing music - its just .... no words to discribe ! so much joy ! thank you so much!
The talent this woman contains within her is legion.
And 3 years on, this is every bit as amazing. So grateful that I had a chance to see it live in Chicago. Simply spellbinding. A true artist for the generations.
Her music gives me new life
Brilliant! One talented lady! Great performance piece also. Takes guts and years of honing your craft to pull off a slick show like this. i'll be watching this again........also a bad ass bassist. #jealous LOL
Miss Spalding, I'm at loss for words, but damn baby...damn. I haven't been this satisfied with skill and creativity in years. Thank you for expressing yourself with like-minded support on stage...damn you're special! "No more acting predicable roles."
Absolutely amazing! I can't stop watching this show!
i won't deny the talent it took to pull this off but it's not for me. i still appreciate n.p.r. finding us unusual music to experience, there is no one like them.
+bryan mannoia She integrates art and poetry into a mix of soul and jazz. It's definitely not for everybody, but I think the people that claim that it is garbage are definitely mistaken.
This girl is tough man, she is blending jazz soul folk and rock she definitely has a lot of female artist in the business beat. But nothing beats her radio music Society album in my opinion.
She has a lot of male artists beat as well
@@reespace You just had to drag men into the comparison...
when she picks up her bass and hits that first note....its like ,WOW!
Weird and full of feeling. I liked the music, you guys are really talented. Thanks for sharing!
She is sooooooooo amazing, Why did I not see this before? I love the theatrical approach
Brilliant!!! AND Beautiful!!! I hope she lives for a thousand years!!!
Frank Zappa and Joni Mitchell's lovechild. Amazing
I said the same thing after hearing "earth to heaven" for the first time last sunday on a local radio show hosted by my ex brother in law.
I always thought she was more like Jaco Pastorius and Lauryn Hill's lovechild :-)
Jaco and Joni's (Mitchell) love child
I said Jimi Hendrix and Stanley Clarke. Lol lol
When I listen to this show I always think about Zappa Thing Fish
Another important thing I see it's that she leaves the stage to the other musicians, she decided to put them in the front, the same place of her. Obviously she's the protagonist, but not the only character. That might a sing of humbleness.
Stellar ,,,the band is so tight with hooks it's off the hook,,grooves, music swings, rocks soul, ,,,Espiranza ,,,your bass ,vocals connect so well..and locking in with Karriem is like listening to a Alan Holdworth groove ,doesnt get any better whoooooa
That. Was. Amazing! I’ve never seen anything like that in my life but have imagined many things along the line for myself. Then adulthood. For some reason the journeys traveled as an adult have expelled my childhood visions and dreams from ever visiting the daytime. You have inspired me today and I only dream it will tomorrow. I hope to meet you someday (and I don’t say that sparingly) you are a being of light and creativity and I would love to share my creativity with you and converse about the relics of past artists and genres. Something tells me you’ve gathered some from many to create such a unique sound. Thank you for sharing❤️ cheers to somedays
ASTOUNDING CREATIVITY AT IT'S ZENITH! True innovation in art here.
You can really see how much they all love performing
I had the pleasure to diner twice with Esperanza, Lovano, Dejohnette and Genovese here in France at the beginning of 2014 and while discussing and listening what these 4 monsters were telling, exchanging and projecting about their future.....I now realize that I'd saw all of this coming......Esperanza is an Artist for the Ages and in capital letters......the purest....most badass musician of these last decades......talented as a million in one....yet assuming and absorbing what she has loved, or love in present time from what she hears in music.....such a magical inspired and inspiring musician... after ending her concert with the Spring Quartet and while all the others were already out of their lodges......she continued like a Yoda in trance to play Upright Bass from her lodge 'till her internal pulsions told her to stop.....then exit the theater .....yet with and expression of ecstasy on her face after such a musical trip on the scene.......Amazing.....with her older colleagues , with me, my team and every other people that just came to see her in action.....from Mulhouse - France - February 2014......
this is pure, raw and just so unique to her. we can only be grateful that she is brave and strong enough to put it all together and share this with us
Esperanza's range,creatively and musically, is absolutely stunning. She's a genius.
beautifully incredible, magic music to dream with infinite universes
Hi! I´m a martian. I was just surfin´ the .NET in my UFO and came across this. Let me tell you, I love you human beings. You guys are really unpredictable and exciting... How do you do it? Singing, playing and dancing in sparkling garments... Those sounds are... can´t find the words. I guess I will never totally understand you. And that´s simply fascinating.
Such a shame so many people can't wrap their heads around the beauty and boundary-pushing badassery of this album/project. Their loss!
She sure puts on a show. Such fluidity and grace in this performance. She's got an impressive posse as well. There's talent up and down the stage.
I'm amazed by all the critics here. Doesn't take much to tear someone down from your rollie-chair or toilet seat.
Love it, love it love it.
Awesome - what a beautiful display of talent and confidence x #womeninmusic at it's best x
Some of the comments here are very interesting. I would like to add that new sound is always treated with some negativity. What I hear is explosive talent! Interesting, intellectually challenging lyrics, fantastic production and very innovative thinking when it comes to performance. However I do see where some negativity is coming from. I enjoyed this performance! Don't care about awards etc. I do believe they are indicative of talent or that something goes well but what I really focus on is the way my ears (and eyes in this case!) receive the performance in general. Thumbs up!
One of my favorite albums by her.
The need of change we should understand, wherever the wind blows.
That's not the Esperanza we used to know, but another part of her exists and it's wonderful she menaged to show it.
This is a BRILLIANT performance!!!!!! Wow!!
Who's the drummer?? He's just shredding... loved this show... fresh & on-point excellence!
I like her music a lot. I can't say I'm quite so in love with the mixed media, performance art stuff. It reminds me of a kid in a sweet shop.
simplemente ALUCINANTE ....... gracias
"Rest in pleasure" is a very good tune.
I am really excited
Outstanding and gutsy! When you have something in your soul, you can't hide it. It has to come out. I love it! Do you girl!
She's a musical genius. and props to all the other performers
Amazing piece of art Esperanza!! Keep it up!!!
Esperanza is one bassist and 🎭 I hope will grace NewYork in near future what a gifted talent. Really trippy work I will definitely be in the audience when the time comes with my glass of champagne.
when my 11 year old is upset, he wants to hear this.......he loves it, says it relaxes him.
This is great, has that weirdness vibe of Kendrick Lamar's To Pimp A Butterfly
I love it
love her, she's amazing. Dedicated to her craft, how could you not love her just for her work ethic!
I take back the "Hipster jazz" comment.
I can't get these song's out of my head, especially: Lava, Ivy, One & Unconditional love.
These song's are incredible, it just took me a few listens.
I went back & researched Spalding.
The Emily stuff is my favorite, but i absolutely love the trio clips with Geri Allen
and the amazing drummer, who's name escapes me.
The talent is off the charts.
Music Is The Best !
Remembering 90's Defunkt band (NY)
listening to this show and ES marvellous
bass playing !
Cheers from France
Unlike some I love it . To be enough letting this out you so freeing. I’m truly enjoying the show.
Back in the 80’s that sorta reminds of your show
Thank you much love
I love ambition, and this is ambitious. I love people who won't deal in mediocrity. All the haters go and do something real. This is art from an artist. Who cares what you think.
Taking music performance to the next level, very theatrical, great band and new features. Singing and songwriting has improved beyond measure while still retaining the Esperanza sound.
Keep up the great work and we'll definitely check it out next time.
Beautiful short muffled note at 16:58, every time I see this video I hear different sounds. Great Concert
I can't stop listening to the recording.
Totally mind blowing.....the bass playing is world class .
Yes, she's "painting" with abandon. I can't process/embrace some of of it. But even then. My gosh. She is ALL OVER IT as a bass player - AND to be singing/playing at same time complex melodies/rhythms. Alone, alone that is jaw dropping for me. A monstrous/prodigious talent. Makes it all look pathetically easy when I'd have to practice the rest of my life to pull that off. Drummer pretty doggone sweet as well.
Saw this in PDX last night. Reeked with creativity. Awesome and mind boggling.
That's crazy she played at the airport!
+Kyle Spaghetti I think he means the city, Portland.
Ya, that's just me making fun of people who call their city the initials of said cities respective airport. It's in poor taste, I know...
+Kyle Spaghetti it's fine! i just wanted to make sure there was no confusion
Good looking out :)
this is wonderfully strange and i loooove it
Wonderful theatre - and with the harmonies that only such an amazing bass player can come up with!