Jason McGerr is a criminally underrated drummer. He never goes for the obvious - yet his drum parts always enhance the song - not distract from it. Much respect
I do respect his ability to not choose violence on the drums but after watching myself on video I’ve realized I’m always choosing violence on drums lol I guess it’s an ADHD related tendency I have that has difficulty tolerating boredom and excessive periodicity, which to me is a small amount lol but I think it helps me be fairly creative on drums, though ultimately a drummer needs to be kind of the reliable trusty backbone of the song and most importantly not steal too much attention from the guitarist/singer lol which is why I’ve switched to guitar and singing (mostly backup though increasingly more lead) from drums. Drums were a good starting instrument though, I think mastering rhythm is the best way to set a foundation for getting into any other instrument because as anyone knows who’s played live, it’s impossible to play well in a band with someone who has a poor sense of rhythm. In fact having rhythmic synchronicity is probably the most important aspect of being able to vibe with someone in a band.
Whoever was doing the sound and audio on this show really knew what they were doing. The mix is perfect. So often bands sound like absolute crap on talk shows
He did the real and complex version with true band mates. Topped it off by telling DL he has been to the mt. Regardless of everything, still writing rad and quality lines and sounds. It takes a lot to produce and deliver. I know the cats got money to deliver badass style. But he's humble and does his own delivery of keeping it his. On point with the vid thanks for putting up the classic vid
0:32 that moment someone asks you to explain something complicated and you try to sum it up in one sentence but you end up just sounding like a nerd :(
Anybody else listen to a song flat out then leave it for a while and come back to eat it, and just like Sunday dinner it’s better when you’ve left it for a bit
In my opinion, they have a dark or macabre undertone to their music. Some folks don't take kindly to melancholy or cry in your beer music. Me, I'm like a fly on shit gravitating to my feels. Interpretation is everything. Songs that make some people happy, make me cry.
"There's a dumpster in the driveway" is my favorite line. Idk why I just love it. And this is my favorite Death Cab For Cutie song, and not just because it was the first song I heard by them.
Jason McGerr is a criminally underrated drummer. He never goes for the obvious - yet his drum parts always enhance the song - not distract from it. Much respect
75% of the time I watch videos of deathcab I wish he would choose violence and add some distraction
I do respect his ability to not choose violence on the drums but after watching myself on video I’ve realized I’m always choosing violence on drums lol I guess it’s an ADHD related tendency I have that has difficulty tolerating boredom and excessive periodicity, which to me is a small amount lol but I think it helps me be fairly creative on drums, though ultimately a drummer needs to be kind of the reliable trusty backbone of the song and most importantly not steal too much attention from the guitarist/singer lol which is why I’ve switched to guitar and singing (mostly backup though increasingly more lead) from drums. Drums were a good starting instrument though, I think mastering rhythm is the best way to set a foundation for getting into any other instrument because as anyone knows who’s played live, it’s impossible to play well in a band with someone who has a poor sense of rhythm. In fact having rhythmic synchronicity is probably the most important aspect of being able to vibe with someone in a band.
Whoever was doing the sound and audio on this show really knew what they were doing. The mix is perfect. So often bands sound like absolute crap on talk shows
And I was thinking that whoever is doing the lighting is doing an Awesome job!
The bassist must be so happy of this mix
Letterman had the best sound
How did this album come out so long ago when it still feels so new to my ears? Never gets old.
Such an amazing lyric - gives real insight to the demise of Ben and Zoe's marriage.
Bassist and drummer make this band tighter than a tick...great lyricist too.
Love this band
Ben has such a gift for melancholy melodies
This song literally haunted my dreams. Im doing so much better now, but this song still hits so hard...
Dave likes these guys too, thats why he did the back and forth.
This album was absolutely killer.
MY GOODNESS, 2:58 The strings come on harder in this live version more than the album version. So Damn Beautiful
That keyboard is the icing on the cake
A+ performance of an A+ Song BRAVO!
He did the real and complex version with true band mates. Topped it off by telling DL he has been to the mt. Regardless of everything, still writing rad and quality lines and sounds. It takes a lot to produce and deliver. I know the cats got money to deliver badass style. But he's humble and does his own delivery of keeping it his. On point with the vid thanks for putting up the classic vid
they sound awesome even in live,,,,
arnov pachani yeah they do, i was lucky enough to see them live a couple years ago, very talented, and a great show.
One of the best songs ever.
0:32 that moment someone asks you to explain something complicated and you try to sum it up in one sentence but you end up just sounding like a nerd :(
I know that feeling very well.
It's beautiful scar tissue.
Temazoooo
Anybody else listen to a song flat out then leave it for a while and come back to eat it, and just like Sunday dinner it’s better when you’ve left it for a bit
Yes,but in reverse. Drunk, I thought " can't wait to share it with my friends only to sober up and question my sanity.
This is an astonishing performance.
Beautiful and brilliant 😊❤️🌹🎶🎶🎶🎶
I have this EXACTLY drum kit here with me in Brazil. Thanks Jason !
classic song, is still so great
why dont they have like 9 billion views ?Excellent song.and band.
In my opinion, they have a dark or macabre undertone to their music. Some folks don't take kindly to melancholy or cry in your beer music. Me, I'm like a fly on shit gravitating to my feels. Interpretation is everything. Songs that make some people happy, make me cry.
Gee, they sound tight here, wonderful live performance.
I miss David on tv nights😭😖
Looks like Dave's brain was up Mt. Whitney! LOL
MASTERFUL.
Such a killer song
The lyrics of this song can explain a lot of times of my life . getting burned by the Black Sun .
Saw them live a week ago great band
There's s dumpster in the driveway for all the plans that came undone .. this sounds Frick n awesome
"There's a dumpster in the driveway" is my favorite line. Idk why I just love it. And this is my favorite Death Cab For Cutie song, and not just because it was the first song I heard by them.
@@maria-melek..."for all the plans that came undone" Absolutely the best part of the song. 🍻✌️
It really isn't awesome when there IS an actual dumpster. Trust me on this. Great song though.
Music starts at 1:03
The npr tiny desk acoustic version - or any acoustic version- is so much better and truly beautifully haunting.
I feel your pain Ben
Masterpiece.
Ummm...Mt Whitney is in California.
Hi Zooey
Dave Depper is the shiz
sorta fucks up the fill at 3:43
He didn't compliment him on his drums, even though he had the most expensive drums on earth with him.
Was Dave drunk?
Harry Bosch has this guitar riff as his mobile ring tone. (not a lot of people know this)
No, that’s just when his daughter, Maddie, calls.
She programmed it in.
Fabulous band, shame about the moniker though - let your music get attention not your jarring name ... cuties do not need "death" "cabs"...
its a reference to a 1967 song of the same name. most people dont expect their bands to be so popular when they name them
@@williamgarnett3705 It's actually a good name for a band as it's memorable. Most just call them Death Cab.
Ben Gibbard looks ridiculous.