This song would always play on XRT when I was in the car with my mom. We would never talk during, just listen. Such a good song. Makes me think of her every time I hear it now. Rest easy Mom.
Actually, it was back in middle school when the music video for Australia came out. My social studies teacher put it on, because he was a fan of The Shins, and I was hooked
He's not off key at all, not sure what u guys are talking about? It's awesome when it doesn't sound exactly like the album because then you have 2 versions! The album one, and a new one
Man, how special was 2007? We got Wincing the Night Away, Neon Bible, We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank, In Rainbows, Into the Wild, Favourite Worst Nightmare, Icky Thump, All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone, Boxer….Unreal.
As a huge fan of The Shins since the 90's I must say this is actually a fantastic performance. It's always hard to get the original sound of a former band, and they still did an amazing job.
That's not why people go to see a Shins concert for though. I think most fans love them for their lyrics, melody and sound, and are content with getting just that.
Unfortunately Jessica Dobson left the band to concentrate on her own project, Deep Sea Diver (they are pretty good, check them out). I agree though, she was my favorite part of seeing them live.
I discovered this song (and the Shins) about 14 years too late when I heard it playing in a Wahoo’s in Southern California. While I’m sad I missed out for so long, i’ve more than made up for it since because holy shit I love this so much.
This one has always been tough for me to analyze in terms of what the song is about or the lyrics mean. Some of it seems to make sense and some doesn't (to me). I think in one of his interviews, Mr Mercer said something about usually writing the music first and then having to come up with lyrics later. I believe it!
No, only the drummer was fired. The other two members have come back to play and guest on albums from time to time, although they all play in other bands.
I find it interesting that Mercer and the "new shins" play all the old songs that were created with the original Shins members. Probably because the new shins album sucks and is terrible-that is why they are playing all the original hits with the old band. Nevertheless the songs just don't sound the same and are off. Something magical that was with the original Shins members is obsolete. Mercer made a grave mistake losing the original band members. What the hell were u thinking Mercer?
He wanted to take the band in a new direction, and at least some of the original musicians either couldn't cut the mustard (not enough musical technique / chops) or they weren't playing in a style that he felt meshed with the new songs he was writing. Plus a couple of the guys were already involved with side-project bands at that time, I think. At least that's what I remember reading. I do also miss the old band, BUT the current crops of musicians really do have chops and can bring it.
I prefer the original lineup. This just doesn’t do it for me. Still a great song and it’s prudent to remember that everything went tits up for james after he sacked that lineup.
![The Shins - Phantom Limb [OFFICIAL VIDEO]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/OkITsv3Nk6M/mqdefault.jpg)
This song would always play on XRT when I was in the car with my mom. We would never talk during, just listen. Such a good song. Makes me think of her every time I hear it now. Rest easy Mom.
Rest in peace 🙏🏽
They all look like Middle School teachers and I love it.
lol
lol, yes, except for jessica. she's a Ph.D in the Fender Jazzmaster teaching at the Graduate level.
i just realize that all of them are in the "simple song" video
Actually, it was back in middle school when the music video for Australia came out. My social studies teacher put it on, because he was a fan of The Shins, and I was hooked
and they are all gone now, replaced by yet another batch. Settle ! with the lineup changes Mercer.
He's so beautiful. His songs are magical and his performance is awesome. I like him being a little shy, that makes him even more special.
Yes. :)
God these guys are perfect, they have the ability to hook your heart
you a bi-guy?
uh what?
I always want this song to go on for hours.
RIP Richard Swift (the keyboard player).
I feel his best musical contribution was on the 2003 album Old by Starflyer 59. You should check it out if you've never heard it.
WHAT ?
He's not off key at all, not sure what u guys are talking about? It's awesome when it doesn't sound exactly like the album because then you have 2 versions! The album one, and a new one
James Mercer has more experience on the microphone than the douche bags posting comments, I promise
Man, how special was 2007? We got Wincing the Night Away, Neon Bible, We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank, In Rainbows, Into the Wild, Favourite Worst Nightmare, Icky Thump, All of a Sudden I Miss Everyone, Boxer….Unreal.
Damn i love this band. If they ever want to come sailing, they are all welcome.
among the greatest songs in rock history
Mercer is a rare talent. The successor to Brian Wilson imo. Touched by genius.
Spot on
I was thinking the same thing! The chord changes and vocals are so reminiscent of Wilson.
YES. I keep them mixed together on my 'Sound Inspirations' playlists
The Shins are so God damned good they bring tears of joy.
All hail James Mercer.
This was the first tune I heard from them and I have been hooked since. One of my desert island picks, for sure.
I definitely can't listen to Phantom Limb without Pam Berry as an intro.
I saw them in Vegas for this tour. I was 9. First and greatest concert I've been to so far.
Absolutely love these guys, one of, if not the best indie rock band out there!
Argentina !! Present e
He's so beautiful. His songs are magical and his performance is awesome. I like him being a little shy, that makes him even more special.
As a huge fan of The Shins since the 90's I must say this is actually a fantastic performance. It's always hard to get the original sound of a former band, and they still did an amazing job.
Bryan Gilmore 90s?? The fuck? first album didn’t even come out until 2001 I believe
@@ENTPhilosopher They released an EP in the 90s.
90S JAJAJAJAJJA ALL THE PEOPLE ARE OBSESED WITH THE 90S THE SSHINS CAME UP IN THE EARLYS 2000S THEY ARE TOTALLY 2000S
The Shins, The Unicorns, Deerhunter, Radiohead, etc.. have that indie sound in their rock that is just the beezkneez
Has it been TEN YEARS? Holy crap. Love you, Shins.
That's not why people go to see a Shins concert for though. I think most fans love them for their lyrics, melody and sound, and are content with getting just that.
I love Jessica Dobson.
I second that emotion. Marry her I would!
It's gotta be in the best albums of 2000s-2009, right?
this song is magical
I miss Jessica Dobson in the lineup
We all do, we all do :(
and richie
My favorite The Shins song!!!
This version of the Shins is good, but I miss the old lineup 😢
I wish they were still around 😭. They sounded so much better..
Love this song but have to admit, I can't take my eyes off how cool Jessica Dobson is!!
Parecen maestros de secundaria, son buenísimos.
wow her guitar tone is so nice
man don't ever write a song with this many high notes, you might actually have to sing it Live!
ohhh this girl on guitar is perfect, i mean how she plays, love this song, like the live version
Unfortunately Jessica Dobson left the band to concentrate on her own project, Deep Sea Diver (they are pretty good, check them out). I agree though, she was my favorite part of seeing them live.
pearljammer13 What songs would you recommend?
***** A few of my favorites are "Always Waiting", "One By One", and "Weekend Wars". Hoping for a new album from them this year.
pearljammer13 That's great, thanks for the help.
Vitalik Lopatiuc dude! note the beard and adam's apple
I think this is my favorite Shins song....no wait...
That pam berry intro though...nice.
Stunning.
the clearest, purist voice!
Bright and beautiful!
this town seems hardly worth the time....
very good the shins
❤❤❤ great show great song!
I discovered this song (and the Shins) about 14 years too late when I heard it playing in a Wahoo’s in Southern California. While I’m sad I missed out for so long, i’ve more than made up for it since because holy shit I love this so much.
This reminds me of The Smiths.
+Sigurður Baldursson This reminds me of The Shins.
'Could ever tra-aa-aay' that's very The Smiths
Mercer likes them a lot.
U icelandic?
todos parecen como profesores de escuela y me encanta..
Great song. Great band!
ｍｅｌａｎｃｈｏｌｙ
The best songwriter alive.
Eric Larry Mercer though those guys are good, Mercer is just on another plane of the universe
Isaac Brock
Him and Ben gibbard
Don't understand why the drummer and guitarist in this are different from the ones in the official video. are they studio musicians?
...and the Wankers of the North... 0:48
The lyric is actually "white girls of the north", as per the lyrics in the liner notes.
This one has always been tough for me to analyze in terms of what the song is about or the lyrics mean. Some of it seems to make sense and some doesn't (to me). I think in one of his interviews, Mr Mercer said something about usually writing the music first and then having to come up with lyrics later. I believe it!
Pam Berry+Phantom Limb
the guitarist! i love her cutest women ever!
Great but letterman is a looney bird
i wanna share this, but i think it'll do better to discover this on their own
Stunningly excellent writing and arrangement. Perfect.
And here I thought it was, “and the girls had perfect boobs” :(
that singer is incredible.
Best band from the 90's!
I will never forget these amazing people
Underrated big time. Great band
0.41 Best transition from one song to another ever.
what was the song before the phantom limb?
These guys have such a good groove and vibe. Great stuff.
отличная песня
Great song
You're watching the best band of the year!!
Lovely melody!
Yes, Brian Wilson would approve! It's very haunting.
lovin it, no gimmicks, just good music
haha who has the lyrics to that intro goshh
this is hang out with you girl ,your friends and have a pint somewhere in the sun.
❤❤
Lovely…
The Beach Boys lost tapes.
White man dancing....
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
bass player married to lead guitar player?!
#1 hypster in the whole goddam world.
You know that Pavement music video where the guitarists fires the whole band and hires young sexy replacements. Yeah, that.
Which Shins album sounds the most like this one besides the one this song was on? I didn’t really get into Oh Inverted World.
Fantastic
The audience is remarkably chill.
is the guy on the keys who played drums on the video?
blackcatmusic The keyboardist here is Richard Swift - the drummer in the vid was founding member Jesse Sandoval.
faithfull fan since 2006!! great band
So he fired his original band didnt he?
No, only the drummer was fired. The other two members have come back to play and guest on albums from time to time, although they all play in other bands.
the singer reminds me of buck darma, the smiths, and dexies midnight runners. The guy is awesome.
If Kevin spacey did counter culture while on drugs.
I find it interesting that Mercer and the "new shins" play all the old songs that were created with the original Shins members. Probably because the new shins album sucks and is terrible-that is why they are playing all the original hits with the old band. Nevertheless the songs just don't sound the same and are off. Something magical that was with the original Shins members is obsolete. Mercer made a grave mistake losing the original band members. What the hell were u thinking Mercer?
He wanted to take the band in a new direction, and at least some of the original musicians either couldn't cut the mustard (not enough musical technique / chops) or they weren't playing in a style that he felt meshed with the new songs he was writing. Plus a couple of the guys were already involved with side-project bands at that time, I think. At least that's what I remember reading. I do also miss the old band, BUT the current crops of musicians really do have chops and can bring it.
Amazing song. Way better with the original lineup.
Amazing!
is that a sweater around Joe's neck, So rock and Roll... I do like this drumming style though
wait that's is part of his sweater.. My bad
when did jack white start dressing in drag?
1st comment. 1st to view it. 1 of many to love it.
That is possibly the greatest response i've ever heard
Just got into the Shins this past year...wow, kinda like a Radiohead lite, or a Wilco, bit more poppy... amazing stuff... tight band
tremendous songwriting as well. second to no one imo
The Shins is a rock band that appears in the episode “Bitzer Puts His Foot In It”.
The Shins is a rock band that appears in the episode “Bitzer Puts His Foot In It”.
I prefer the original lineup. This just doesn’t do it for me. Still a great song and it’s prudent to remember that everything went tits up for james after he sacked that lineup.
Clearly you're not familiar with DSOTM.
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The Shins is a rock band that appears in the episode "Bitzer Puts His Foot In It".
The Shins is a rock band that appears in the episode "Bitzer Puts His Foot In It".
@@pumpkinpoi3974 What
dreamy
Awesome
the chick is kind of hitting the chords and the notes before the dude, lol
MrScalzo13 a lot of music works that way.
Either it was hard to get perfect timing due to the noise level / acoustics live on stage, or else they were going for an echo effect.