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- Bobby Carter | May 13, 2024
For Tiny Desk concerts without a lead vocalist, I usually try to detect musicians' nonverbal conversations with each other as they perform. For Kiefer’s set, there’s a bonus show within the show. He plays with a sense of joy that I haven’t seen in a while and when his eyes connect with a fellow player, it’s as if he’s thanking them each time. With decades clocked behind the piano and a strong catalog, Kiefer Shackelford is primed for the moment.
The Los Angeles pianist and producer’s early instrumental projects were heavily hip-hop-based, playing the keys over drum loops and samples. His 2021 project, When There’s Love Around, leaped into full-on jazz, but his latest, It’s Ok, B U, finds that sweet middle ground. Between albums, he’s made a name for himself in the independent scene and among the majors, booking work with Drake, Anderson .Paak and SiR. For his Tiny Desk, Kiefer brought two ensembles to highlight the best of his work. The Kiefer Trio, comprised of drummer Luke Titus and bassist Pera Krstajic, played a medley of “Why Not?” and “Cute.” For “Superhero” and “Socially Awkward,” Kiefer then invited Nate Smith, Carrtoons, Theo Croker and guitarist Charlie Hunter who, shockingly, is the only musician in this combo who hasn’t played at the Desk.
SET LIST
“Why Not?”
“Cute”
“Superhero”
“Socially Awkward”
MUSICIANS
Kiefer: Rhodes piano, synth
Luke Titus: drums
Pera Krstajic: bass
Nate Smith: drums
Carrtoons: bass
Charlie Hunter: guitar
Theo Croker: trumpet
TINY DESK TEAM
Producer: Bobby Carter
Director/Editor: Kara Frame
Audio Technical Director: Kwesi Lee
Host/Series Producer: Bobby Carter
Videographers: Kara Frame, Joshua Bryant, Maia Stern, Christina Shaman
Audio Engineer: Neil Tevault
Production Assistant: Elle Mannion
Photographer: Elizabeth Gillis
Tiny Desk Team: Ashley Pointer, Hazel Cills
Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed
Series Creators: Bob Boilen, Stephen Thompson
VP, Visuals and Music: Keith Jenkins
#kiefer #tinydesk #nprmusic
😮💨 Keifer is that hidden gem…those who know…KNOW!
100%
And now I know, thanks to Tiny Desk. 🙂
Last time I listened was years ago, it was a little more poppy/rnb w/ vocals. I love this new direction
Purely I love his sound ❤
Let’s lift this supremely talented pianist up and NOT keep him a secret.
This is the greatest day of my life
Fax ❤
sameee
Glad I could be here for your best day
fr
Brother I feel you
Just love witnessing world-class musicians enter that flow state together. Almost like they communicate telepathically via their instruments.
Music is a language 🎉
Yes that how we do
Charlie Hunter is truly an unsung hero. He could have handled both rhytm guitar as well as bass simultaneously. But with Carrtoons poppin' it off Charlie ends up playing this incredibly smooth melodic rhytm guitar. He is never overdoing it during Superhero and Socially Awkward and his performance brings so extremely much to the composition and the vibe. Hats off, my friend!
Agree completely!
Agreed!
Yep. Such a delight to hear
Well said mate. Very tasteful playing.
Charlie Hunter is a treat
thank you NPR kiefer is criminally underrated.
Headphones so badly recommended for this Tiny Desk. That keyboard panned hard R and L into my ears it's just magnificent
Popped this open on the iPad til I read this. AirPods in… YES!
Wasn’t even hearing that fabulous bass.
I nearly lost it when the Rhodes was panning left to right. Sitting here missing my Rhodes (in storage) this made me feel a bit better
underrated comment
That Rhodes 🥞🥞🥞🧈🧈🧈
Like I am going to listen to a tiny desk concert any other way?
I just saw Kiefer perform in Minneapolis last week with Nate Smith and CARRTOONS!!!!!! Truly a mind blowing performer!
Can’t wait to see them in Oakland
I need to see him. I was immersed.
I saw the Kiefer trio play last October and now I'm seeing CARRTOONS and his band play in September!! So excited
Bro done assembled the avengers
Finally Kiefer in Tiny Desk what a great day
Absolutely fantastic day 🥹💯👏🏾
Dude naturally just brought some of the most incredible jazz musicians rn. Nate Smith, Theo Croker, Charlie Hunter.... Carrtoons ... Absolutely amazing :D
amazing! I just saw Kiefer with Nate Smith and Carrtoons TONIGHT in Portland, and man... what an absolutely special night of virtuoso music... Incredible.
Was there too man, such a good show
@@anthonyfox477me too. Absolutely sublime.
Kiefer is my favorite (and most listened to) artist of the last 10 years. whenever hes within a hundred miles of my city i go see him - almost went to see him in Berlin in Feb. So happy to see him blowing up of late, he's great and super deserving.
Dude's trio is as tight as the super group!! Such a great time in history for phenomenal REAL music!! 🔊🎶
Yes! Came here to say the same thing. 🙌
I'd never heard of Kiefer until now. I'm definitely a fan now. Great musicianship!
I saw the Kiefer live band in a small club in Chicago and my mouth was on the floor the whole night
Charlie is the master of groove. I never thought id get to see this group of musicians playing together! What an awesome set!
Thank you once again tiny desk, for introducing me to a beautiful artist I wouldn’t have known otherwise. I love what you do❤
Same. The first thing I do in the morning is to search Tiny Desk to hopefully learn of a new artist.
Yoooo your first introduction!? That’s amazing!! 🔥
This is my favorite comment
KIEFDADDYSUPREME!!!
LETS GOOO
I've wanted a performance on here for years. Congrats to Kiefer for pulling through and thank you to NPR for hosting him
Pure joy. Amazing recording quality, this made my sound system glow. I wish this tiny desk lasts longer.
True story I ended up falling to sleep late last night with TH-cam and i woke up to this playing. Never heard of these guys and I felt completely different this morning compared to other mornings
I woke up feeling refreshed even though I went to sleep late
I was in a super positive mood
Felt excited for the day
I think I got a new morning routine!
That's the Kiefer effect!
Kiefer finally on NPR and able to share his incredible gift with the world!
you're doing something right when this absolutely ALL-STAR cast shows up at your call. Kiefer has the talent, humility and sheer love for the music. well deserved tiny desk!!
they are having the time of their life. i've loved kiefer for yeeaars happy see him here
I saw him a few months ago in Copenhagen and his energy on stage was sublime - when some folks were talking he said “hey I’m doing my best here, can you do the same” - class act
The broken key on the super 6 is a paid actor. Kiefer is one of my all time Favorite artist. He is the Chick Korea of this generation. Unprecedented vibes
Same...actually closed my eye and couldn't really hear anyone other than Chick.
More to bob james than chick IMO.
Love to see Nate Smith. Anytime he's on the kit, it's a good day!
YEAH~
Carrtoons pulls up with that filthy smooth bass tone!! 🔥 Kiefer is a keyboard GOAT & this is a great showcase of his music and groove!!
He deserves this. Cute is the song that made me fall in love with his music and I've been listen to him since then.
Agreed!! ✔️
I can't get enough of this Tiny Desk.
Charlie Hunter 👑
Nate Smith 👑
Kiefer 👑
Carrtoons 👑
Ac.m
Ty🎉
bro I thought you were just listing off seperate tiny desk concerts that slap as I was reading this early in the video and then THEY ALL GET UP TOGETHER WHAT?!
From big bands to small trios, the sound is always sublime.
YESSSSS!!!! YESSSSSSS!!!!! AMAZING!!!! WE HAVE BEEN WANTING THIS FOR YEARS AND IT'S HERE! THANK YOU ALL!
Everyone sounds incredible!! ☀️
I really wish this was a live concert album. I would buy it in a heart beat.
They just put out a live album of this material?
Lovely performance from these talented musicians, thanks NPR for making this happen !
10:00 got my head spinning with the stereo sound. What a lovely set!
Three of the funkiest dudes alive, all at their most reserved, just keeping the groove and letting the keys and trumpet have the spotlight. Unreal humility from Charlie, Nate, and Carrtoons.
Good lord...nothing but modern all stars on this one.
This is top tier musician stuff right here
Kiefer is a one of a kind musician, unafraid to openly interact and communicate with his audience and orbiting musicians in such a humble and inspiring way. One of my forever musicians without a doubt
he had such a great presence on stage when I saw him live
HOW THERAPEUTIC. Thank you very much brothers.
So glad this channel is turning me on to new artist!
Can't believe I'm late on this one, the algorithm not doing its job. Kiefer's been my most listened to artist for years now, glad to see him getting the opportunities he deserves... especially when he brings this much grooving to the table
The joy on everyone’s face says it all.
Blessings to Kiefer, you music Inspires me everytime I listen. Keep sending that fire, always appreciated.
My 1st time experiencing this artist, absolutely AMAZING!!!!
This trio is just plain sick wit it, if you can't vibe out with Kiefer you not no real Head.
Love it! Let's go
my favorite music label just casually posting on my favorite artist's tiny desk
What an insane super group of musicians.
Siiick! Amazing performance... Cheers from Brazil
YESSSSSS KEIFERRRR IM SO HAPPY THIS EXISTS, i been waiting for this my whole life. Nate smith, carrtoons, kiefer, and Charlie, unREALLLLLL. legends in the making. What your witness is a true testimony to beauty and music
My face all the video: ☹️ but in the best way possible. Tiny Desk at his best, thanks!!!
man... freaking amazing.
Kiefer is so smooth with it throughout. I'm amazed.
The keys are lovely neo-soul chords that I am feeling. Nice!!! Another Favorite tiny desk of mine. Keep em coming!!!
Finally!!!!!!!!! Been waiting for 7 years for this moment!!!!!
This is SOOOOOOOO GOOD. I'm sold and I hate to say this but this my first time hearing this...
WTH! This is such a groove baaaaabyyy! ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊
Nothing wrong with finding something new and great for the first time! Enjoy!!!!!
@Kcasadont ikr. I'm lookin for some venues
I saw him in Denver recently with Nate Smith and CARRTOONS. Fantastic show. Even the opener Galaxe on the vibe/beat machine was good! Well worth the 2 hour drive there!
My upmost respect for having the trumpet player to play the melody on that song. thank you. -trumpet player
This is just insane. Kiefer is always mindblowing, such a great musician and his trio is sooooo cool
Been following this man for so long. He deserves this so much!
I saw them all a few weeks back in Chicago, and it was magical. In the process, I fell in love with Nate Smith and Carrtoon. and THEOOO comes thru. My New favorite tiny desk
I saw him with Cartoons and Nate Smith at the Blue Note back in March and met him briefly afterwards. Keifer was so chill and gracious. He genuinely seemed just as happy to be at the show as the crowd was. Glad he's getting his shine
I saw Kiefer live in London last year. A total blessing. Breathtaking top notch sound. He keeps it super real. He definitely stands out musically among what's out there.🙌🏿🙌🏿
Whaa...how did I miss this video? Still hoping for the chance to see him live one day.
Oh man. What's not to love about Kiefer's music? The ease he melds jazz & hip hop? The enjoyment he displays? This isnt even easy work for him, its joy. Tell him I said sorry for taking a week to realise he blessed NPR with his grooves and JDilla Donut jersey.
I never missed Kiefer whenever he comes touring in Paris. Love this guy !
Congratulations, Kiefer!!! I'm a huge fan. Fantastic performance, thank you for the beautiful music.
This all sounds so perfect🤩🔥
I love this, about time we saw the legend here!!
I love Tiny Desk. Such a pleasant set. It didn't hurt to have Cartoons back after his set.
Keifer Jamming On The Fender!!! I'm here for it....
they're having so much fun
whew been a fan of Kiefer for years, I'm glad he had this platform...day made!
So happy to see these amazing musicians in one space. Charlie Hunter was quite the surprise!
So glad yall got the genius kiefer to rock out!!!!
The groove on this set is so tasty I would eat right out of the pocket. Some of my favorite players all in one place with a great mix. A great auditory day.
He got all the greats with him !!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Been putting this off because I knew it was going to be a moment and boy did it deliver.❤❤🙌🏾.
The groove is insane.
Kiefer is such a vibe
Finally!!!! Congrats kiefer!!! You were made for this!!!
Found Kiefer through a track by Sam Gendel (Kiefer No Melody) and was sold with Be Encouraged. Very happy with this tiny desk!
Brilliant! Yes, Yes, YES!! Focus on Instrumentalists 🔥👌🏿👌🏿
Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿🖤
Yo this dropped on my birthday and this is hella tight!
WOW perfect groove tight as f**k awesome musicians I love it👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾✌🏾 ❤
“woo” indeed!!! 🔥🐐🐐🐐
Dilla endorsed! 🙏🔥
finding this kiefer partnership amazing in 2024 and I'll probably come back here more often in the years to come
Man I'm so happy to see these dudes crushing Tiny Desk! A+ 🔥 This is my spirit music! ❤
Yes my boy getting the spotlight!
Whaaaaa ............t?
Currently 😊😊😊, and for the foreseeable future 😊😊😊😊.
Thanks Bob B. and NPR crew. Kiefer and mates, just pure magic guys!
0:01 Why Not?
9:42 Superhero (ft. Nate Smith 🥁)
17:16 Socially Awkward (ft. Theo Croker 🎺)
MUSICIANS
Kiefer: Rhodes piano, synth
Luke Titus: drums
Pera Krstajic: bass
Nate Smith: drums
Carrtoons: bass
Charlie Hunter: guitar
Theo Croker: trumpet
Can't believe we get to have this - THANK YOU Tiny Desk and THANK YOU KIEFER for existing
Phenomenal
What an awesome way to have spent 22 minutes and 30 seconds. Something about "Socially Awkward"'s composition and the musicality behind the performance almost makes me cry. Gotdamn this is great. Everybody just floatin.
This show was fyah,music for the soul
I'm so happy for Kiefer! His music is incredible
I'm really upset. This version of Superhero slapped SO hard. Hurt my neck bopping to it, doc said it will never be the same again physically. But it was worth it.
Can't get enough of that.
FIRE!!! 🔥🔥 🔥
You mean Fuego!
Didn't want it to end!!!
Smooth groves sliding through the air way out into the universe