This version is prob the best version , But u got to check out the one show he does at KEXP i think its in a bowling alley, It is absoulutley unreal look at it please and tell me if its just me or is on another level
I love the way Shakey Graves can make the same song sound drastically different. Reminds me of old bands that would allow people to set up recording equipment at their shows to get copies of that "one awesome performance".
I've seen Shakey 4 times live and every performance has been completely different! Makes me keep buying tickets cause I know I'll hear classics completely different than studio.
this is what country music should be like. pure, geniune Americana, unfiltered and raw. Emotional and charming, and completely free of the "style-over-substance" that plagues modern country music. Thank you for making music that allows me to say "I like country" without any shame.
Can't get enough of this guy! Music is in his soul. His lyrics are stunning. His timing is perfection. He has a good time with it. And so wise for such a young man. Oh, and kinda cute too. My my
his facial expressions while playing make the whole experience 100x better-so much playfulness and humor and emotion and sexuality. every time he looks at the other musicians I melt a little bit..
There is still great stuff like this out there to be discovered. You will never find it on the radio anymore tho. You have find it. Guys like this are too talented to be on the radio.
Radio takes a different type of talent and usually it’s music that’s at the forefront of pop culture. It needs to be sexual, provocative, and modern. Stakey graves is a more traditional sound. Extremely talented but it’s a sound that’s been around for decades. They won’t be on Hot 100 radio stations but they can still get radio play on indie/blues/folk stations
I LOVE THIS DUDE. Just having fun? well he's having fun, but theres also a deep place a reservoir of emotions and wisdom he pours out and into our lids, our ears and right into our spirit. woo! I feel alive listening to this!
He warmed up for Thehead and the Heart last summer at Meadowbrook Mi. So glad we got there in time to see him! I had never heard of him but he blew us away! What a talent.
I'm glad Shakey played these three songs. He's always talked about wanting to branch out and wanting to constantly change. I love his other songs which have already become popular, but there's something admirable about how he just constantly puts out new music rather than sticking to what has worked in the past.
I love Shakey, and have seen him 4 times now. He is an amazing live artist and very personable with the crowd - very funny. His drummer is awesome too - I miss the days when it was just the 2 of them for a show now that he has a full band with him. He's still so amazing.
What a presence. This is one of those, change your life, now I have to go see this act live videos. So impressed by this performance, couldn't imagine being there in person.
man, at 13:58 when they stop and shakey waves to his band, then stares into the camera with a smile before starting back up in full chorus gets me everytime.
God I adore him so much it feels unreal seen him 3 times now and once upon a time, I was walking through a festival and I saw him walking toward me I just stopped in my tracks and looked at him He could immediately see how much I loved him, and without a word wrapped his arms around me 😂❣️ he’s the best
I've been saying that i liked shakey as a one man band, but everytime so far i have seen him collaborate with other musicians, it is the most beautiful thing i have ever heard. Amazing.
I Love this! Loved Shakey Graves from the First time I saw His audiotree Performance and his "dearly departed" Performance with Esme. I Wish WE could see Corey Heuvel on tiny desk that would be 👌!
Dam that's a superb set. Only Son is off the wall. Wow! This is a world class three song set across genre's, and certainly as good an Americana set as any other- top notch and he's effortless and playful. I could go on and on... thank you for this content.
this is an all time world class performance plus song writing- not to mention song choice props to NPR for capturing their sound so proper this is truly an all time performance captured thank you very much
I just can't stop listening to this, and beside the fact that I LOVE the songs and musicians, the sound is truly incredible!!! Like really outstanding in terms of each component being co-mingled into perfection to the ears. All of the tiny desk concerts are great, but this is one of my favorites 💕
Shakey is the F**king man. I absolutely love listening to his music and watching him play. His live performances always seem better than the studio version...all is good but live is always amazing to watch
... oh you’re songwriting gives me goosebumps ... I love the tune in multiple odd meter❤️... fUkn gorgeous ... & beaUtiful musicianship as well! I just discovered you on Spotify & I’m a little obsessed🙃
New to Shakey Graves.. Great to see musicians having fun when performing! If this is one of his weaker performances, (as mentioned in some of the comments) they are pretty damn good! really enjoyed it..
I wonder if everyone was aware at the time that this would become the best recorded version of "Only Son"? Its beautiful. Reminds me of a modern day Paul Simon tune. You're an amazing singer/songwriter Alejandro. Thank you for all the great tunes that will undoubtedly stand the test of time for our generation. Keep clean brother.
why was such a big man standing with such a small instrument lol.... i love this band... i’ve seen them in concert thrice and they never cease to amaze... the energy is great, keep doing what you’re doing!!
this was a really killer performance, but what most don't know is whoever is doing the audio engineering and mastering on this is fricking killing it.... you don't have each instrument/voice that isolated and clear on a live performance without those guys fucking blowing it out of the water...
Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Matthew Good in one person ! He is his own thing, don't get me wrong. But the vibes are there, and they are Fantastic ! Keep'm commin !
holy shit perfect parts. holy shit. one of those times that casual late youtubing turns into you going on a intense jog at 1 am because you fucked around and got inspiration shoved in your veins.
And jogging is the result of inspiration? What a waste of inspiration. I reserve inspiration for things that will last beyond my ability to do things like jog.....but if that's all you can contribute with your inspiration....cool. We are not all artists, and at least it's healthy.
well, a little inspiration before exercising can't go wrong. but the man does not claim that he only gets inspired at 1am, and with that inspiration he goes for a jog. that's a weird presumtion dudeXD
Yea, looks like I was being a sarcastic jerk, apologies. I must have been in a foul, uninspired, mood. I do think that when one is inspired they should grab that moment and use it for all it's worth. Jogging is just basic exercise you can do any ole time...so use the inspiration productively, because inspiration doesn't happen on command.
Hey no problem mate. but I get what you're saying. I'm a musician myself and can relate to not feeling inspired all the time. in my case tho, all I need is a cup of tea and a J man, then I'm good to go ;-)
Best version of Perfect Parts he ever recorded.
100%
I love the KEXP bowling alley version the best personally, but this is divine 🤩🤩🤩
This rendition of The Perfect Parts is absolutely amazing
my favorite version
This version is prob the best version , But u got to check out the one show he does at KEXP i think its in a bowling alley, It is absoulutley unreal look at it please and tell me if its just me or is on another level
@@darrenburchfield7936 That version is incredible as well. such raw talent
I love the way Shakey Graves can make the same song sound drastically different. Reminds me of old bands that would allow people to set up recording equipment at their shows to get copies of that "one awesome performance".
His voice is unbelievable.
Im so glad I stumbled upon this guy. Dont even have words to describe how amazing he is.
He's incredible live man. I try to catch a show whenever he's in town.
I love him like Sierra Ferrell. Which is a lot.
Have you seen his live version of late July where he’s in a grass field? So good!
I've seen Shakey 4 times live and every performance has been completely different! Makes me keep buying tickets cause I know I'll hear classics completely different than studio.
this is what country music should be like. pure, geniune Americana, unfiltered and raw. Emotional and charming, and completely free of the "style-over-substance" that plagues modern country music. Thank you for making music that allows me to say "I like country" without any shame.
Brandon Szparagowski This doesn’t exactly fit the country music genre at all.
This doesn't resemble country music.
1. The video quality is always amazing with these sessions
2. The microphones are just...unbelievable
3. I wish I could just listen to music all day.
I strongly agree
This is by far one of the best tiny desk concerts to date
That first song is the best version of it.....that mandolin hits my soul hard...love you guys
Song?
Can't get enough of this guy! Music is in his soul. His lyrics are stunning. His timing is perfection. He has a good time with it. And so wise for such a young man. Oh, and kinda cute too. My my
Kinda?? He is the personification of perfection 😍😍
He's smouldering. I'm funny though. I think a voice elevates a 6 to a 10 in a whiplash.
I can’t get enough of these concerts. Brilliant audio engineering. Camera work is great too.
He always looks like he's fresh off a bender when he performs.. so haunting in the best way possible.
8:10 you can see how pleased Shakey is that his drummer (and band) was astute enough to remain on his wavelength.
his facial expressions while playing make the whole experience 100x better-so much playfulness and humor and emotion and sexuality. every time he looks at the other musicians I melt a little bit..
Michelle Fan right? I always have to stop and watch shakey
Over shared a bit there Michelle Fan….
The version of “The Perfect Parts” was absolutely amazing
Those boys might look rough but their sound is so beautiful. This might be my favorite Tiny Desk Concert ever.
There is still great stuff like this out there to be discovered. You will never find it on the radio anymore tho. You have find it. Guys like this are too talented to be on the radio.
Ironic, since this is from National Public Radio.
Radio takes a different type of talent and usually it’s music that’s at the forefront of pop culture. It needs to be sexual, provocative, and modern. Stakey graves is a more traditional sound. Extremely talented but it’s a sound that’s been around for decades. They won’t be on Hot 100 radio stations but they can still get radio play on indie/blues/folk stations
Don't get me wrong, it's great to see shakey playing with others, but holy shit, he's so intense alone. That audiotree performance.
This comment is what I was looking for!
Agreed, either way is fine though. Just a cool cat!
Link to the audiotree spot?
Agree with you 100%
@@absoloodle37 you'll find it on youtube real Quick
I just noticed they all have matching tattoos. Sweet!
I LOVE THIS DUDE. Just having fun? well he's having fun, but theres also a deep place a reservoir of emotions and wisdom he pours out and into our lids, our ears and right into our spirit. woo! I feel alive listening to this!
He warmed up for Thehead and the Heart last summer at Meadowbrook Mi. So glad we got there in time to see him! I had never heard of him but he blew us away! What a talent.
I feel like shakeys live performances will always be better than the studio ones
Brandon Avila just wish he’d release a live album
thelukabaruka he has two of them, the live album we all deserve, and west of Calgary
Very true
@ right...
John smith maybe he has a good voice and projects well
I'm glad Shakey played these three songs. He's always talked about wanting to branch out and wanting to constantly change. I love his other songs which have already become popular, but there's something admirable about how he just constantly puts out new music rather than sticking to what has worked in the past.
i never thought I could be more in love with this band. and here I am.
shakey isnt a band. shakey is shakey
He's so adorable. I love that gravelly voice that pours like silk.
5:58, best version of "The Perfect Parts" I've heard--so good!
+42elliott It's crazy that they just changed it up on the spot
+42elliott That is one of my favorites of his and I agree! Killer arrangement!
I agree, I kept listening to it. So wonderful!
This is the best version out there!!! should be on album
I dunno...that bowling alley version is pretty insane
The more I listen to this set, the more I am entranced. Superb stuff, it should be compulsory listening for all music and peace lovers everywhere.
Just stunning music. The whole band. My favorite tIny desk concert and shakey graves and band are incredible.
We need so much more of this kind of music from them!
I love Shakey, and have seen him 4 times now. He is an amazing live artist and very personable with the crowd - very funny. His drummer is awesome too - I miss the days when it was just the 2 of them for a show now that he has a full band with him. He's still so amazing.
This gets better every time I watch it!
What a presence. This is one of those, change your life, now I have to go see this act live videos. So impressed by this performance, couldn't imagine being there in person.
That really young looking guitar player is just a fucking fantastic folk backup singer. Hot damn. I wanna sing with him.
I want to sing all over him too.
By far the most underrated tiny desk out there
man, at 13:58 when they stop and shakey waves to his band, then stares into the camera with a smile before starting back up in full chorus gets me everytime.
His expression is like "wow, we sound amazing together"
What a bunch of humble, and seemingly kind musicians! Good catch, Shakey. They are solid!
Simply the best version of this...and a voice that says it all. . Respect
. 🤙🤙.. love your stuff!!.. clever music and song writing 💪
God I adore him so much it feels unreal
seen him 3 times now and once upon a time, I was walking through a festival and I saw him walking toward me
I just stopped in my tracks and looked at him
He could immediately see how much I loved him, and without a word wrapped his arms around me 😂❣️ he’s the best
You lucky, lucky girl... I'm jealous. He is wonderful, isn't he!?
Absolutely amazing and talented!!! Love your music writing style 👌.. love the name too.. Shakey. 🤙🤙
I've been saying that i liked shakey as a one man band, but everytime so far i have seen him collaborate with other musicians, it is the most beautiful thing i have ever heard. Amazing.
I Love this! Loved Shakey Graves from the First time I saw His audiotree Performance and his "dearly departed" Performance with Esme. I Wish WE could see Corey Heuvel on tiny desk that would be 👌!
The first song is a sanctuary for my wondering soul... This is the first song that has made me feel that bliss. Blessings to Alejandro.
Dam that's a superb set. Only Son is off the wall. Wow! This is a world class three song set across genre's, and certainly as good an Americana set as any other- top notch and he's effortless and playful. I could go on and on... thank you for this content.
Oh...soooo great...I love the way how he express his feelings into his music. Nobody else couldn't do like he does.
OMG, not only are these songs beautiful,, & beautifully performed, but leads facial expressions are to die for. Thank you!
0:00 "To Cure What Ails"
6:02 "The Perfect Parts"
12:27 "Only Son"
(one year later)...nice, thanks!
I’ll maybe do Roll the Bones. For duck some girls. Thanks
Trollderpful thanks Lionel
5 years later thankful for this 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼
This dudes talent is so unreal
this is an all time world class performance plus song writing- not to mention song choice
props to NPR for capturing their sound so proper
this is truly an all time performance captured
thank you very much
Finally!!! Shakey on NPR
My life makes sense again :)
I love how they all can't help but smile during The Perfect Parts, great tunes
Never been in love with a cowboy before today, but here we are.
i have waited so long for this
me toooo!
+SkenkBeg sameeeeeeeee.Hes so freakin talented
+SkenkBeg so loving this
You've waited so long for what now?!? ;)
this rendition of perfect parts was one of the coolest ive ever heard and ive seen him 3 times
The best part of this performance is how much fun he’s having!
This is one of the best Tiny Desk concert's I've seen
I've been waiting forever for this show!
Same!
sssaaammmee!! hahaha
+Brian Goldman His new audiotree performance should be out soon. I watched it live online a couple months ago and it was incredible.
The world needs a Shakey Graves and Gillian Welch collaboration right now.
Yesssss!!
I just can't stop listening to this, and beside the fact that I LOVE the songs and musicians, the sound is truly incredible!!! Like really outstanding in terms of each component being co-mingled into perfection to the ears. All of the tiny desk concerts are great, but this is one of my favorites 💕
Shakey is the F**king man. I absolutely love listening to his music and watching him play. His live performances always seem better than the studio version...all is good but live is always amazing to watch
... oh you’re songwriting gives me goosebumps ... I love the tune in multiple odd meter❤️... fUkn gorgeous ... & beaUtiful musicianship as well! I just discovered you on Spotify & I’m a little obsessed🙃
Oh my god, Jerry Jeff Walker isn't retired after all!
What a breath of Texas this is, amazing find.
0:00 To Cure What Ails
5:53 The Perfect Parts
12:25 Only Son
If NPR could split this into 3 songs and make a play-list than I could actually like it 3 times.
New to Shakey Graves.. Great to see musicians having fun when performing! If this is one of his weaker performances, (as mentioned in some of the comments) they are pretty damn good! really enjoyed it..
So incredibly talented. Medicine for the soul.
Agreed - I described him to others as "intoxicating ".
I wonder if everyone was aware at the time that this would become the best recorded version of "Only Son"? Its beautiful. Reminds me of a modern day Paul Simon tune. You're an amazing singer/songwriter Alejandro. Thank you for all the great tunes that will undoubtedly stand the test of time for our generation. Keep clean brother.
Keep clean. Hear. Hear.
Love how the whole band, including shakey adjust the beat of the music. Great musicians!
I love reading Americana novels of the early 20th century. And this set beautifully personalized that. Well done Shakey. Keep crushing it.
Such a great version of "the perfect parts".. Can't stop listening to it!
why was such a big man standing with such a small instrument lol.... i love this band... i’ve seen them in concert thrice and they never cease to amaze... the energy is great, keep doing what you’re doing!!
What a weird thing to say or concentrate on but honestly, I was thinking the same thing. 😂😂
I generally thoroughly todays country music but the way Shakey Graves does it is pretty awesome. Makes me think of the Eagles or CCR.
Saw live tonight finally~✔️✔️✔️
Oh, Alejandro... LOVE LOVE LOVE!
Are you kidding me right now? So. damn. good.
this was a really killer performance, but what most don't know is whoever is doing the audio engineering and mastering on this is fricking killing it.... you don't have each instrument/voice that isolated and clear on a live performance without those guys fucking blowing it out of the water...
Shakey is the main man for old school jams in the modern time. The man can jam good.
Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Matthew Good in one person !
He is his own thing, don't get me wrong.
But the vibes are there, and they are Fantastic !
Keep'm commin !
That's talent...hungover and still producing beautiful music.
this version of the perfect parts is so insane
Never heard of shaky until now but he’s an amazing songwriter/composer, and seems like the man too
Being present and alive can be read all over on Alejandro's face..
If this was the line up I would for sure listen to this band even harder. These guys rock!
Closing my eyes and imagining hearing it on the radio in an old chevy driving along route 66
He's such a beautiful man.
that's awesome. I've been looking this live at least 3 times a week since you uploaded it. great songwriter, great voice, great guitar player.
Love seeing him with a band.
I love Shakey so much! Please, please, please have Wild Child play for you guys.
I just love him! I have only seen him do solos, interesting to have others with him. I have been a fan for a few months now, he's fantastic!
Ive been listening for a long time but here did he not sleep? Still sounds amazing!!!
The chords for "To cure what ails" are Am, D, C, D7
Jonatan Barjau and g
So god damn beautiful. Gotta love the nod to Shovels & Rope.
Love his voice! Thankful for musicians that get around!
Bloody brilliant version of "To cure what ails" at the begin - Superphantastic Set overall
- That´s all I wanted for Christmas ;) !!!
holy shit perfect parts. holy shit. one of those times that casual late youtubing turns into you going on a intense jog at 1 am because you fucked around and got inspiration shoved in your veins.
dude, you have no idea how much i can relate XD
And jogging is the result of inspiration? What a waste of inspiration. I reserve inspiration for things that will last beyond my ability to do things like jog.....but if that's all you can contribute with your inspiration....cool. We are not all artists, and at least it's healthy.
well, a little inspiration before exercising can't go wrong. but the man does not claim that he only gets inspired at 1am, and with that inspiration he goes for a jog. that's a weird presumtion dudeXD
Yea, looks like I was being a sarcastic jerk, apologies. I must have been in a foul, uninspired, mood. I do think that when one is inspired they should grab that moment and use it for all it's worth. Jogging is just basic exercise you can do any ole time...so use the inspiration productively, because inspiration doesn't happen on command.
Hey no problem mate. but I get what you're saying. I'm a musician myself and can relate to not feeling inspired all the time. in my case tho, all I need is a cup of tea and a J man, then I'm good to go ;-)
ONE OF MY FAVOURITE SHELTERS!
SUCH a good version of Only Son!
You where born to make the rest of us happy brother
I come back to this video a lot. It's marvellous
I can't stop listening to Shakey. I like the band in this Tiny Desk Concert #stagedive #motorboat