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Lol I love how he had his childhood friend do the classic tabletop beat for him. In grade school that was a staple during lunch time growing up in the DMV
Look at Mike Dean!!! F-kin b-tch!!! Lol!! He killed it. I’m not dissing him. I’m quoting Mr. 3-2 from the Geto Boys classic Straight Gangsterism. It’s my favorite line referencing Mike Dean.
I never really listened to IDK before. After this, I realise the error of my ways. This man a breath of fresh air. More blessings to him. Thank you NPR.
As usual, Tiny Desk and the musicians managed to make these songs sound even better than the studio versions! This rendition of "Taco" is truly something else.
@@gracie99999 bc in school you needed a hard enough surface to make a beat on and usually a table is everywhere and the perfect drum👌🏿 and a pen could be the highs like having someone clap
WOW!! First time hearing of IDK and that was some serious high-quality performance. CONGRATS TO EVERYBODY. Shoutout to the audio engineer for doing such an incredible job too! TINY DESK ROCKS
I first found out about IDK on Ari Melber. This is the best tiny desk I've ever seen. IDK is genre bending from every direction and hitting the mark each time. There needs to be much more promotion for this gamechanger.
Wondered why I was vibing so hard to “Breathe” then I realized Mike Dean is shredding sheeesh. Dopest Tiny desk in a while! (Probably the only one where I haven’t seen them introduce the band, but s/o to the ladies on vocals! Especially the yt girl doing craaaazy on the 🎺🔥)
This is why I love NPR music. Having access to talented artists thousands of miles from where I am. It is a privilege. What a blessing! Thank you for this!
Been with you since the start my man, finally you had this opportunity. Congratulations to everybody that helped to make this possible. So glad to know that you are still working with MD, two legends. 🖤
IDK has taken so many impressive steps forward in his songwriting. This latest album he did with Kaytranada is my favorite yet. Great to see him with Tiny Desk!
Idk been one of my personal favorite artists for a minute but this really showed the way his personality shines through his artistry. Now I just need this on spotify ‼️ GOAT
First off dope performance and I rock with IDK - PG Co all day... The angle on that wall on the right perfectly sends the snare straight to the background singer mics lol. Great engineering kept it in the pocket but wow. Good gating!
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Loved it! I've been waiting for something like this!
I gain more and more respect and admiration for your work every time I listen to you IDK. You are nothing short of pure and raw talent. 👏
Respect man! Never heard of you before but you got a new fan! Like the blues and rhythm feel - Oldhead
I wanted it to be longer, really good job
❤️
This man is one of the most versatile artists right now. His singing is incredible bruh. Literally could listen to him do a full rnb album
The evolution of his musicality man he always was in tune but his singing has brought him to another level
His singing has improved so much, I almost prefer his singing to his rapping
Homegirl busting out the trumpet.. not expected. This whole performance was dope. IDK doing what he does.
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Facts imma need her name cause she was snappingggg. Her and Mike Dean def my fave parts besides IDK of course
@@surfacegrey she is Kyla Moscovich (they always have everyones names in the desc)
@@ngbowenng Tysm
Lol I love how he had his childhood friend do the classic tabletop beat for him. In grade school that was a staple during lunch time growing up in the DMV
Feels more like IDK hosting and rapping a little and letting the band shine, I like it.
Beautiful performance 🔥also can we talk about MIKE DEAN ON THE GUITAR
Look at Mike Dean!!! F-kin b-tch!!! Lol!! He killed it. I’m not dissing him. I’m quoting Mr. 3-2 from the Geto Boys classic Straight Gangsterism. It’s my favorite line referencing Mike Dean.
The goat killing it as usual.
One of the greatest musicians of our times.
I never really listened to IDK before. After this, I realise the error of my ways.
This man a breath of fresh air. More blessings to him. Thank you NPR.
Pun intended 😂👌
So many styles he can switch between it’s so smooth 😭
Hashish! Tell me abou it 😳
First time I've actually heard IDK but instantly love the energy here! Gonna have to listen to their music ngl
Check out the album Is He Real? Not a masterpiece but very close to it. As for songs check out Digital
@@user-fs1lc2cj5s Thanks for the suggestions mate
You’ll be hard-pressed to find a better 3 album run than IWASVERYBAD, Is He Real?, and USEE4YOURSELF. You’re in for a treat 😁
@@manbo1213 Exactly this.
He has a lot of fun little projects in-between as well. Very versatile artist.
Mike Dean apparently the guitar god too. Got chills throughout the whole concert, thank you for inviting us into your home Jay 🫶
apparently? he’s been killing it for ever
He was the one who did that incredible guitar solo on Devil in a New Dress, 12 years ago.
NPR tiny desk does it again 😱 Thanks for introducing more people to the emaculent vibe that is artist IDK 🔥
His latest album with Kaytra was insane 🔥
The instrumentation is on point! Giving me Jazz vibes. One of my favorite Tiny Desk...thank you IDK
Been listen his work since 2017. Really talented. I was very bad is a treat.
Want to show some huge appreciation to incredible talented trumpet-vox-percussion girl at the right, you are unbelievable
I'm approximately at 1:57 in this video and I can say with 100% that these back up singers are HITTING.
Amazing performance. Unique sound. Trumpet blew me away, didn’t expect that!
Excuse me bugel 😅
As usual, Tiny Desk and the musicians managed to make these songs sound even better than the studio versions! This rendition of "Taco" is truly something else.
Great set, the background vocals killed and the introduction of the horn section (Kyla) was perfect. Thanks for letting us into your home.
Such raw talent. I love the energy IDK emanates.
Silently impactful while sippin tea... sound is on b.vs and band also!!! would you go on a kendrick track?
I didn't know this man sang porta Rico 😱😱 and when his friend started banging on the table I lost it😂👏🏿👏🏿 this was amazing
y they bangin on table 😳
@@gracie99999 bc in school you needed a hard enough surface to make a beat on and usually a table is everywhere and the perfect drum👌🏿 and a pen could be the highs like having someone clap
I weren’t ready for da vocals from IDK...another dimension to his talent...continue to strive nd create
amazing
Been waiting for this to happen and it finally happened
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Riiight 😭💪🏽🤧🤦🏾♀️
i love when IDK came to my campus two weeks ago and did a 25 minute set of mostly covers and then promptly left.
IDK is a whole vibe and very versatile. I discovered him 2 weeks ago on Spotify n haven't looked back since.
It’s a sin I didn’t know this existed till today, Puerto Rico is one of my all time favorite songs
WOW!! First time hearing of IDK and that was some serious high-quality performance. CONGRATS TO EVERYBODY. Shoutout to the audio engineer for doing such an incredible job too! TINY DESK ROCKS
this is incredible. IDK is definitely on the list of one of my favourite artists.
I first found out about IDK on Ari Melber. This is the best tiny desk I've ever seen. IDK is genre bending from every direction and hitting the mark each time. There needs to be much more promotion for this gamechanger.
He opened with my fav song of his 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I searched IDKHOW live and got this... way different to what i was searching but I am pleasantly surprised
Wondered why I was vibing so hard to “Breathe” then I realized Mike Dean is shredding sheeesh. Dopest Tiny desk in a while!
(Probably the only one where I haven’t seen them introduce the band, but s/o to the ladies on vocals! Especially the yt girl doing craaaazy on the 🎺🔥)
Love IDK’s journey. Been here since he was Jay IDK and man has his musicality transformed. He’s simply incredible
This session and IDK in general are criminally underappreciated. Stellar set.
I’ve been listening to his music the past 2 years but never really known what he looked like.
One of the most underrated artists when it comes to making TIMELESS music . Glad to have witnessed your greatness in this lifetime we share
This is why I love NPR music. Having access to talented artists thousands of miles from where I am. It is a privilege. What a blessing! Thank you for this!
this is such a talented man it's ridiculous
Liking. The raps. And grooves man and some. Cool trumpet playing. By the. Lady
He has amazing skin and features. The photographer in me always sees the beauty in everyone. The music was solid too!
Only started listening to his music 3 days ago. I can't wait to hear this
I’m new to IDK too, but I heard of him only a few months ago.
Glad to see him on tiny desk.
Absolutely incredible! Huge props to Kyla Moscovich nailing them horns!!
THESE MICS and the performers NICE
This is special, I love tiny desk -- man. +1
Great Job guys, beautiful .
live hits different
Fresh! Like a morning flute of Topo Chico with a splash of orange juice!
When someone puts their whole heart into their work the way IDK does it speaks volumes. Beautiful person making beautiful music ❤️
Idk about you but he knows what he’s doing
ive never heard idk singing and oh my god that blew me away! especially the harmonies on puerto rico that was amazing
Never expected the desk beat, that was a very nice touch
Love this dude, if I had a billion I’d invest in him rn
Been with you since the start my man, finally you had this opportunity. Congratulations to everybody that helped to make this possible. So glad to know that you are still working with MD, two legends. 🖤
Stunning, I wish I could sing with this ladies. Just killing of.
why was this so damm clean?!?!
IDK has taken so many impressive steps forward in his songwriting. This latest album he did with Kaytranada is my favorite yet. Great to see him with Tiny Desk!
Been waiting for this for s minute! Already know Jay killed it!
Idk been one of my personal favorite artists for a minute but this really showed the way his personality shines through his artistry. Now I just need this on spotify ‼️ GOAT
One of my favorite artist for a minute now
I like IDK and I was pleasantly surprised with how musical his performance was. Now I need to personally see him in concert.
moscovich on the flugel and horns in general is killing it oh my god
I wish this guy could sing more. The intro was everything!
trumpet on The code was INSANE !!!! she killed on every track fr
HATE HOW SLEPT ON THIS MAN IS ...... was having a difficult week but this recharged me 📍🤧
I love TIny Desk. I love being finally introduced to an artist's craft. Gotta check the homie's music after this.
(5:52-8:06) “Zaza Tree” is living rent free in my head right now.
IDK bom demais 🇧🇷
Salveee 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
I LOVE IT ! I COME FROM FRANCE
Legit one of best TD Concerts. Go off young man
First off dope performance and I rock with IDK - PG Co all day...
The angle on that wall on the right perfectly sends the snare straight to the background singer mics lol. Great engineering kept it in the pocket but wow. Good gating!
My favorite artist for the last six months
Recently new fan but I feel like I've know dude for forever
live is crazy good golly
The lady with the trumpet 🔥🔥🔥🥺🥺🥺
what beautiful musicianship and genre bending. new IDK fan but love what i’m hearing from him.
So incredibly talented
Pleeeease work more with brass instruments and jazz elements!!! It's soooo sooo good! 🔥😍👏🏼
I need more live music like this 😩😩😩
It’s 5am here when this dropped lets gooo
Three hours later and it's 5am here now. lols
He smoked this… amazing vibe and vocal ability! Project is 🔥🔥
The tiny desk i never knew I needed. Beautiful ❤️
I was about to change... then the first tune ended... then 4th grade story! Dang!!! Shout out to neighbors!!! Well, I was all in. Best wishes...
I love this!
One of the best
Best thing I’ve ever heard
Bro is so versatile🔥
This is already one of my favorite tiny desk ever
LONG LIVE IDK
Come Get Me Now!!! I Felt That Energy ✨
What a fkn smooth guy he is, greetings from the Netherlands, love ❤️
Mike Dean, what a genius
Represent MD
Much Love
I loved this performance. Thank you IDK.
Beat switch so smooth
This is a diverse set of people making amazing things together I want to live in a world like that
I wish I was in this room... Thanks NPR for introducing me to IDK! This became one of my faves from tiny desk.
PS: Kyla Moscovich killing it as always
Yasss thanks for the introduction !!!! New to the idk fam!!
Complex and beautiful