Allen Stone: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • This performance was recorded on February 26, 2020. We will continue releasing Tiny Desk videos of shows that had already been taped. In light of current events, NPR is postponing new live tapings of Tiny Desk Concerts. In the meantime, check out Tiny Desk (home) concerts! They’re recorded by the artists in their home. It’s the same spirit - stripped-down sets, an intimate setting - just a different space.
    Watch Allen Stone play "American Privilege", "Give You Blue", "Brown Eyed Lover" and "Consider Me" at the Tiny Desk.
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    March 30, 2020 | Bobby Carter -- I can't recall an artist so committed to making their Tiny Desk concert memorable. I'd met with Allen Stone weeks prior to go over priorities, expectations and the usual formalities, but this was different. His questions about how to prepare for the Tiny Desk signaled to me that he held this platform in the highest regard and that this wasn't just any appearance.
    The Washington state native has a voice that we simply don't come across often. The old saying goes, "He could sing the phone book and make it sound good." His three graceful background singers and piano player provided the perfect compliment, but this set proved undoubtedly that his voice belongs right up front. He's been releasing music for more than a decade and touring the world, but last year's Building Balance is his best yet and he graced the desk with some of my favorites from the LP.
    Before he rolled into a trilogy of Building Balance songs dedicated to his wife (who he said he's "face first in love" with), the set opened with the jarring "American Privilege," which addresses his internal guilt about everything from materialism to being born white. Between songs, he couldn't contain his affinity for the Tiny Desk and his appreciation for the moment. "It's a breath of fresh air for me that this is the way people want to hear music."
    SET LIST
    "American Privilege"
    "Give You Blue"
    "Brown Eyed Lover"
    "Consider Me"
    MUSICIANS
    Allen Stone: vocals, guitar; Michael Elson: piano; Jessica Childress: vocals; Moorea Masa: vocals; Raquel Rodriguez: vocals
    CREDITS
    Producers: Bobby Carter, Morgan Noelle Smith, Maia Stern; Creative director: Bob Boilen; Audio engineers: Josh Rogosin, James Willetts; Videographers: Maia Stern, CJ Riculan, Bronson Arcuri; Production Assistant: Shanti Hands; Executive producer: Lauren Onkey; VP, programming: Anya Grundmann; Photo: Max Posner/NPR
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  • @AllenStoneMusic
    @AllenStoneMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7148

    Thanks for having me - it was a blast!!

    • @joshlaquian7246
      @joshlaquian7246 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      Allen Stone I am so glad to have found your music. I am eagerly holding on to these VIP tickets to meet you and tell you how much your music means to me in person. Good vibes and love to you dude!

    • @p3terlos
      @p3terlos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Allen, you’re amazing, man. You’ve brightened my day with your music for ten years now. Please come back to Stockholm again when you get the chance.

    • @czd55
      @czd55 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      You are incredible. Thank you for the good vibes!

    • @shardanette1
      @shardanette1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Thank you for being who you are.

    • @Rockberries
      @Rockberries 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Your songs mean a lot to me man. Your music changed my life for the better!

  • @ryanmiller3956
    @ryanmiller3956 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1408

    If you’ve followed Allen stones career. You’ll also know he’s consistently a humble guy who just loves music. Simple as that

    • @mizzstizzie
      @mizzstizzie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Surreal to witness this. I've been a fan for 10 years now. He deserves every second of spotlight in the way he enjoys it. 🙏🏽❤

    • @shannonburgess2388
      @shannonburgess2388 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Facts! 🔥

    • @mentaldetecting
      @mentaldetecting 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m new to him but you can see by his face he looks like a top guy

    • @tiacruise19
      @tiacruise19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      dude i came in here just for that song thats how i got introduce white dude got soul lol

    • @leilaniryales9789
      @leilaniryales9789 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      all truth!

  • @justinlatawiec3553
    @justinlatawiec3553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +342

    There's a select number of artists that sound as good live as they do on recordings. Then there's even a smaller group that sound BETTER live, and Allen Stone is one of them. Not a single incorrect note, so much raw emotion and energy, and simply pure talent. Such an incredible musician.

    • @jesseleboeuf2315
      @jesseleboeuf2315 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Seeing this man live is a religious experience. He is absolutely angelic, and pitch perfect through and through

    • @mastermao8592
      @mastermao8592 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes Miley Cyrus comes to mind

    • @travisanderson3920
      @travisanderson3920 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mastermao8592 😆😂😆😂

    • @padua16
      @padua16 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Allen stone and Dallas green both are amazing live

    • @alexnelson8
      @alexnelson8 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Allen stone sounds freaking amazing live, but your comment isn’t great. I can think of dozens of great live bands that never cared about recording and set the bar real low. The Grateful Dead would be #1 on the list.

  • @ellie-ue9mx
    @ellie-ue9mx 4 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    'give you blue' is just one of those songs you listen to and instantly know you want to be played at your wedding.

    • @mle1ravens1
      @mle1ravens1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Haven't cried like this the first time I've heard a song in...ever?

    • @jonathanlovingood5425
      @jonathanlovingood5425 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You should listen to consider me by him

    • @mustang9549
      @mustang9549 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This songs makes me want to redo my vows just because 😅

  • @nessatenny
    @nessatenny 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1093

    Lowkey raging that he didn’t sing Unaware, but his love for his wife is melting my heart at the same time🥺🥺

    • @c.d.3298
      @c.d.3298 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I know riiiiight! I was looking for the comment with the time stamps and then saw Unaware wasn't even in there haha

    • @marburyt
      @marburyt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      My feelings are a tad hurt too. It was the first song of his that I heard a few years ago, then I fell down the rabbit hole.

    • @UKLeonie
      @UKLeonie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too but Allen on TDC is good anyway.

    • @sustainablemma283
      @sustainablemma283 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      it's so old. Imagine singing a song thousands of times. He has grown and made new music. He wants to play it and it be heard. He's head first in love. i'm still bummed he didnt play it though, one of my favs.

    • @pigtailsgurl88
      @pigtailsgurl88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@sustainablemma283 Same here. Unaware was his big break but it is old. I personally like his newer "post love/Wiser Allen" material. He speaks a lot of his personal growth in his interviews from the last year or so and it shows in his music. His TEDTalk on mental real estate is a particularly good listen. He references how he moved on from carrying bitterness during the time period he was indebted to his ex manager and other stuff going on in his life. Great to see he's come out on top from that period of his life.

  • @WilbertGross
    @WilbertGross 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1225

    One of the rare artists that his live performances sound better than his records. You can't say that with many artists.

    • @erikbueno5710
      @erikbueno5710 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      you described almost every artist who passes by tiny desk haha

    • @pigtailsgurl88
      @pigtailsgurl88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Agreed. If you are able to catch Allen Stone live do it. He's an amazing live performer and his energy and positivity on stage is infectious.

    • @WilbertGross
      @WilbertGross 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@erikbueno5710 No, not every artist who came by Tiny Desk lived up to their potential.

    • @Javier_Bltrn
      @Javier_Bltrn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yesssir. The last few years i have been looking at artists live performances instead of listening to their record. You can definitely tell real performers when you hear them live

    • @taurtue
      @taurtue 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You can say that for all tiny desk artists

  • @baileyk108
    @baileyk108 4 ปีที่แล้ว +411

    Wow the back up singers absolutely bodied those vocals 😳plus have you ever seen such a gorgeous trio??

    • @romanmoralesqb1
      @romanmoralesqb1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      There’s Something about musical souls

    • @1909Kris
      @1909Kris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Is that Moorea Masa on the left!?

    • @1909Kris
      @1909Kris 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nevermind, just saw the introduction 😂🤦

    • @abhijeethdubey9065
      @abhijeethdubey9065 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree theyre amazing and theyre so pretty

    • @mastermao8592
      @mastermao8592 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@abhijeethdubey9065 then what heart do you have then

  • @brittany6315
    @brittany6315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    I didn’t think I could love brown eyed lover more but this version is perfection!

    • @juliaholmes3305
      @juliaholmes3305 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The thing is all of his music videos jam they are amazing...but correct me if I'm wrong nothing compares to him singing live! That's why I loved when he was so gracious to and for the people that love the music on this platform! Raw and unedited and sincere! It just hits different! I prefer all music especially the real artists that write there own music and it means something! They get to show more emotion when it's performed this way! My apologies for the long response I just love this so much! Be Blessed! ♥ ♥

    • @xThatTaNKiD
      @xThatTaNKiD ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@Julia Holmes I just saw him live here in Miami. Wow what a talent there are few artists who sound better live and Allen is one of them. Definitely want to see him live again

  • @MsSnapcrackle45
    @MsSnapcrackle45 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1011

    Did us dirtyyyyyyyy. I need about 45 more minutes of this perfection.

  • @hanselgunawan1151
    @hanselgunawan1151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +528

    S E T L I S T :
    American Privilege - 00:00
    Give You Blue - 05:41
    Brown Eyed Lover - 10:25
    Consider Me - 16:02

    • @stevemccray8345
      @stevemccray8345 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They put the title of each song on the screen right before each song begins.

    • @HammyJamm
      @HammyJamm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you

  • @sallysson
    @sallysson หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Tiny Desk is never pregnant but it always delivers.

  • @OtisAmey
    @OtisAmey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Brown Eyed Lover is THAT track!!!

  • @Neco181111
    @Neco181111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    I love how he dedicates most of his set to his wife. I hope to meet someone someday that inspires me that much.

    • @easygarednia
      @easygarednia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I used to love Allen Stone until I learned he was married. Lol. That lucky woman💎

  • @iGnominee
    @iGnominee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    Allen stone’s vibrato is unreal, such control and variation to it. One of the best in today’s music.

    • @taurtue
      @taurtue 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think you mean tremolo?

    • @iGnominee
      @iGnominee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@taurtue No, I meant vibrato.

    • @taurtue
      @taurtue 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iGnominee Just to be clear, the thing he does at 7:06 for example is tremolo not a vibrato.

    • @taurtue
      @taurtue 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Anthony Abrakmanov What I find impressive and what I hear the most during his show are tremolos. Tremolo is a variation of the volume, while vibrato is a variation of the frequency. He combines both a lot, but what makes him stand out is his absolute control of the tremolo. Just listen closely, the volume goes up and down, not the frequency.

    • @tdb517
      @tdb517 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iGnominee Those are indeed tremolos

  • @mildredwilliams8107
    @mildredwilliams8107 3 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    These background singers are worth a million bucks. They compliment Allen's lead perfectly. My ears are happy 😊

    • @foulweatherworks7831
      @foulweatherworks7831 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      i also like that one of the backup singers has the pants of an outfit and the other has the shirt! what a great set!

    • @AilisMarquez
      @AilisMarquez 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Fun Fact! They are often his backup singers! You are correct all three literally follow his lead and feel and give us his energy and that's amazing! Real artists carefully choose their back up (support) singers! Allen can stand alone without any support, but he seems to me to be the guy the loves the music and the people who love the music, and they all shine together! I love him!

    • @deshagreely4238
      @deshagreely4238 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      These three women come in a package or group . They have always moved together. They are backup for other artists but they surely stand up ❤️🎶🎵🎼

    • @st3phhh82
      @st3phhh82 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why he do Jessica like that though 😏 introducing her last.. smh. She kept it classy.

  • @davidmurphy9918
    @davidmurphy9918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I come and watch this tiny desk at least once a month. One of the best and most underrated tiny desk ever published. Allen Stone is a true gem.

  • @humanbeing494
    @humanbeing494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +550

    Been listening to him for years and genuinely dont understand how he's not huge......great musician & funny dude

    • @caltrimmer
      @caltrimmer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Human Being I wonder the same. I’ve seen him a couple times live. My wife and I had a coversation with him before a concert, super nice guy, very down to earth and personable. Hope he never changes.

    • @humanbeing494
      @humanbeing494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@caltrimmer - I hope one day he makes it to Scotland - there are so many American musicians I absolutely adore that for whatever reason ( obviously for them mostly financial in regards to travel ) I will never see live - maybe once this madness leaves us I could catch him in the US - hope you are ok and safe and listening to music every day - a fellow music lover

    • @OldSkool2007
      @OldSkool2007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      You genuinely don’t understand that? Then you don’t understand anything about the music industry today. Allen makes REAL music not commercial sellable stuff so that’s why he hasn’t made it big and won’t make it big. Because he will never sell out and change.

    • @humanbeing494
      @humanbeing494 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@OldSkool2007- I understand the status quo I just choose to ignore it and listen to artists that have the breadth of talent, fortitude of will and strength of conviction to operate outside the current norms because they just have to make music, they avoid the instant retreat to not attempting to breakthrough because of the cards being stacked against them, I was trying to be kind about a great artist who I think deserves more recognition - he has notably turned down larger contracts within the industry purely because of the threat to his creativity and potentially being owned by a conglomerate - I dont feel owned or controlled by the current music industry either which is aimed at a different demographic hence I can promote and be a fan of who I want, if you go looking for offence eventually you're gonna find it.....

    • @treborsimagination
      @treborsimagination 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Because he is a real musician that puts music over the $$$.

  • @shanevan1
    @shanevan1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    One of the most underrated vocalists of this century!

    •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol 😂 no

    • @olbeef250
      @olbeef250 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Plenty of great singers. Not many good song writers

    • @KataroQuick
      @KataroQuick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yup him and Matt Corby

    • @nikoleaustin3446
      @nikoleaustin3446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Right!!! I'm like wow I should have listened to him a long time again!

    • @beliveinurself
      @beliveinurself 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@KataroQuick This.

  • @Smogget
    @Smogget 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I've never heard this artist before, but the second he started singing I just said 'oh my god'

  • @BPSpigley
    @BPSpigley 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Allen Stone is the only guy id wanna see at a party with a guitar. Such a chill dude with an amazing gift

  • @freddymejia6984
    @freddymejia6984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +219

    Allen Stone is invited to the cookout

    •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah so he can clean up all the trash afterwards

    • @happylife6705
      @happylife6705 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      As he should

    • @stebossm3195
      @stebossm3195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      His music is ... stop givong free passes.. all these ppl rude the black wave then .. get off ..

  • @orian52
    @orian52 4 ปีที่แล้ว +514

    ALLEN STONE GOT A TINY DESK!!!! In these dark quarantine times, his voice gives me joy!

    • @christinadever8041
      @christinadever8041 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too!

    • @EE-bg1de
      @EE-bg1de 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      facts! I saw him name on Tiny Desk, my reaction was, "FINALLY!"

    • @AilisMarquez
      @AilisMarquez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      orian52 me too!! It literally touches my soul! He can SANG!! He seems to be a kind and humble person..he’s funny..and soooooo much more..and the extra bonus I think he is just so handsome!!!

    • @mlbrewington4085
      @mlbrewington4085 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So glad this was recorded before everything got shutdown. I legit have been rocking this on the daily. ❤️

    • @dylanmayne3231
      @dylanmayne3231 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m in South Texas it is bad here. Nothing brings me more joy then listening to Allen Stone and John Mayer live. Allen’s got the modern day Motown & r&b that’s incredible, and John’s has guitar solos and blues vibes with BB King live on TH-cam. I highly suggest checking that out.

  • @samsonmorrell
    @samsonmorrell 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    His vocal control is straight fire 🔥

  • @katehall7188
    @katehall7188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Lost my brother 5 years ago. He was a blues Guitarist. I know he set me up tonight to hear this remarkable, soulful, simple, clean , hits every note following a creative, detour ; gorgeous voice. Allen is more than remarkable... he is almost too good to be real.. and Im thanking my brother from his place in heaven , for sending me on the errand that put me in the right place at the right time... in time to hear this beautiful happiness and joyful noise..

  • @nindyrafitricia5177
    @nindyrafitricia5177 4 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    My ex introduced me to Allen. I could easily got over the ex, but Allen will stays in heart 4eva

    • @haileehalprin3747
      @haileehalprin3747 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too 😂😂

    • @yahiewarsame5
      @yahiewarsame5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Your Ex got good taste 😍😍😍😍, not you but Allen stone’s a beast

    • @stebossm3195
      @stebossm3195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well you came out a winner

    • @kbluedoc7768
      @kbluedoc7768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha omg same! Greatest thing I’ve ever gotten from an ex.

    • @xXVidNOVAXx
      @xXVidNOVAXx ปีที่แล้ว

      If he showed you this, he will soon come back...4real girl. Give him time.

  • @MooreaMasa
    @MooreaMasa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +315

    Thanks for having us Tiny Deskkkk! 💖🙏🏽🥰

    • @shardanette1
      @shardanette1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thank you!

    • @bobbygrey5859
      @bobbygrey5859 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thank you for providing a awesome performance Ms. Masa I appreciate your talent with brother Stone epic🎵👍👃

    • @jacobcourseymusic6414
      @jacobcourseymusic6414 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You guys are amazing! If y’all ever need an opening act (after Corona) then let me know! Love the music!

    • @nolanbeard7324
      @nolanbeard7324 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You and everyone up there were absolutely beautiful. Thank you for giving us that performance :)

  • @jasaraponton6168
    @jasaraponton6168 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    When I tell you, I love love it and love him!! Bless him, and all his talents! His wife! Congratulations Allen on getting married, so happy for you and your beloved one! Bless the band the background singers OMG! I remember the last time he came to Philly well, I got a chance to see him down at Penns Landing, and he is phenomenal! Thank you tiny desk for finally putting this amazing Talented artist, front and center stage!! Loving on you from Philly!!!

  • @christinalyons9433
    @christinalyons9433 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    Anyone else love how much he’s in love 🥰

    • @tanyajohnson7837
      @tanyajohnson7837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He made me believe in love again after his songs. He really loves his wife

  • @DroneCorpse
    @DroneCorpse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    If Allen Stone were a Bojack character he'd be a wholesome, soulful cocker spaniel.

  • @kryzhalid5195
    @kryzhalid5195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +169

    FINALYYY ALLEN STONE IS HERE!!!!

  • @unknownbeats4490
    @unknownbeats4490 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I love that Allen hasnt changed one bit since I discovered him on "Mahogany sessions" years ago.

    • @pilgrimdepok5486
      @pilgrimdepok5486 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      UnknowN BEATS loll samee, thats exactly what i was thinking

    • @jrobertgadams7766
      @jrobertgadams7766 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is the real deal !! Not the what's in the mood of people kind of guy and that's all in his honor.

  • @pleffman
    @pleffman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    The chemistry between the backing vocalists is so refreshing love spotting them smiling at each other

  • @ozzyreborn394
    @ozzyreborn394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    Allen Stone's music is made for tiny desk

  • @amandafeliciano542
    @amandafeliciano542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Awwww, y'all I went to Google pics of him n his wifey and THEY JUST HAD A BABY MARCH 29!! Congrats Allen!!

    • @christenford3864
      @christenford3864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah a year ago, baby boy is a cutie pie💙

    • @amandafeliciano542
      @amandafeliciano542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@christenford3864 oh jesus christ I missed that it was LAST YEAR hahahaha....too funny !!

    • @christenford3864
      @christenford3864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@amandafeliciano542 the only reason I knew was his live stream a couple of days ago. Baby boy was very interested in his microphone 🤣

    • @sckym2797
      @sckym2797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christenford3864 that live stream was real cool

  • @johnventura7741
    @johnventura7741 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    “I will give you blue” is spectacular musically and lyrically

  • @constancelacy3263
    @constancelacy3263 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Still a great show after 3 years❤

  • @hplup
    @hplup 4 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    The pianist feels almost immediately when Allen starts "Give you blue"
    Chills, literally, chills

    • @AilisMarquez
      @AilisMarquez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Luiz Henrique P I love that you said that!! I always comment on the vibe shared in every song video I’ve watched! His band jams every time but if you watch them.. it’s like it’s their first time hearing him sing!! The way you can see their undeniable appreciation for his gift is amazing.. you’d think they had no rehearsals nothing that was the first time y’all!! I love seeing their reactions to his voice and his soul and his energy and his sincere and humble and powerful talent!! Man!!

    • @tanyajohnson7837
      @tanyajohnson7837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I replied about that I would like to hear more from the guy playing the piano cause he feeling it like allen

  • @mr.kidchaos2477
    @mr.kidchaos2477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I legit was watching/listening to Allen on 4/3/2020, while working from home during this pandemic, and thought "it's a shame they haven't brought him on tiny desk, yet." Log on to the computer Monday 4/6/2020 to start my work day and... BOOM. Allen Stone tiny desk.

  • @Guitargate
    @Guitargate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I love this dude.

  •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    I will pray for you Allen. I’ve been followin you since 2016, and I love what u doin. And I will pray, for more people to see that wonderful soul!

    • @niiico2351
      @niiico2351 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same. Been listening to his glorious music since 2016

    • @thaterasound
      @thaterasound 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Been his fan since 2012. Saw him at a wine garden in Washington

    • @barbfaison1333
      @barbfaison1333 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same

  • @internetathi
    @internetathi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    The first song drew me in. I'm sold.

    • @zinawarrior2444
      @zinawarrior2444 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same !

    • @alipia561
      @alipia561 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hard. The sweetest lyric I've heard in a looong time hehe

  • @eganfuego
    @eganfuego 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Proudly brought to you by NPR, your partner in fighting off bad vibes.

  • @bronzeandbase
    @bronzeandbase 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The tiny desk I didn’t know I needed but am now obsessed with

  • @brandonburton5928
    @brandonburton5928 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I held off on watching this since I've been an Allen Stone fan since day 1 and knew it would hit.
    Ive rewatched the first 5 minutes 3 times already. Incredible.

  • @BrentLane1
    @BrentLane1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    Been a big fan since I first heard “Unaware”(live from his mother’s living room) -check that out if you haven’t!!- saw him live several years ago and it was phenomenal. Pure soul. Also check out his stuff he made with Tingsek.❤️

    • @UKLeonie
      @UKLeonie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 yep how I got started on the stonepath.

    • @kahurangiratana-wilson2787
      @kahurangiratana-wilson2787 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I first saw him singing Unaware on American Idol with Dennis Lorenzo 🥰

    • @TheGreatGuitarGurus
      @TheGreatGuitarGurus 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here! Seen him twice in concert since then. So good and so pumped to see him on Tiny Desk!

    • @TrevorReis
      @TrevorReis 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      First saw him on Knocksteady.

    • @pridzkiss
      @pridzkiss 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I first fell in love with Figure It Out !

  • @amowdy
    @amowdy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    So excited to see him in do a tiny desk finally. Been a big fan of both him and tiny desk for years.
    I almost dropped my phone when I just got this TH-cam notification.
    Love it

    • @mizzstizzie
      @mizzstizzie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yo same. I sat there in awe. Then commented. Then took a deep breath and clicked play. ❤

  • @juliaholmes3305
    @juliaholmes3305 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Also I can't even begin to explain how much I appreciate the fist song..amazing lyrics..a beautiful message..and an outstanding delivery! And man every song touched my heart..soul..and spirit , He's such a gift and his team!

  • @jjenae629
    @jjenae629 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why am I just now finding this? Amazing!

  • @riverunbounded
    @riverunbounded 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    One of my favorite memories is seeing Allen a few months after I moved to Colorado. My sister and I went to a free festival (Chipotle was putting it on to celebrate the community. Random, I know) and some bands were supposed to be playing. The guy next to us was insanely stoked to see Allen play and was like "You haven't heard Allen Stone?! Oh man. You're in for a treat". I thought maybe he was exaggerating but boy, was he right. If you get to see him live, do it. The energy, love, and passion flowing through everyone in the space is almost tangible.
    I'll forever be grateful we took a bus across town for free food but ended up with a captivating experience and a new favorite artist

  • @mannymanito17
    @mannymanito17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    First time hearing Allen Stone. So much soul and purity in his voice. Can’t wait to hear what else he’s got!

    • @amandafeliciano542
      @amandafeliciano542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Ohhhh you're so lucky I envy you haha...dont miss Unaware live from his mother's living room!! Enjoy!! :)

    • @DarthGled
      @DarthGled 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Listen to the new album, Building Balance, it's gorgeous.

    • @Casey_J96
      @Casey_J96 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Yes highly recommend his live performances here on TH-cam like Unaware and Is This Love and can’t go wrong with any of his albums. No bad place to start.

    • @yolilli
      @yolilli 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Listen to his Aretha tribute too! My fav

    • @oliviamillard5415
      @oliviamillard5415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You’re in for a treat sir

  • @TakishaDanet
    @TakishaDanet 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This man is nobody to play with. ok. 🙏🏾💝

  • @dustinallen211
    @dustinallen211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Such a pure humble soul . And his undying desire to express his love for his wife and to express how grateful he is to be able to share his music . Gotta love it !

  • @robcrow2436
    @robcrow2436 4 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    "It's a breath of fresh air for me that this is the way people want to hear music"

  • @jaltersmusic
    @jaltersmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    Tiny Desk HALL OF FAME right here! Seriously, Allen Stone is a living legend, a mood, and history in the making.

  • @lindseyh.9032
    @lindseyh.9032 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I have been a fan of Allen Stone foreverrrrr and I've seen him live 3 times. He was always a too well kept secret! So glad he will get that audience and recognition he deserves!

    • @themarkl0813
      @themarkl0813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gonna see him love soon? How was it??

  • @travisanderson3920
    @travisanderson3920 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    There's none like Allen Stone.. absolutely AMAZING

  • @lovepink6577
    @lovepink6577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I've been such a huge fan of Allen Stone for 8 years now and if you're looking for a singer to be obsessed with you've found him!! He's the most true real and beautiful talent you'll ever listen to!

  • @dianarojas4299
    @dianarojas4299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    All them vocals 👌👌
    me: don't cry, don't cry ....
    - then he sings 'consider me' -
    me: *starts crying*

    • @amandafeliciano542
      @amandafeliciano542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh girl. Bawling at the end 😢😢😢

    • @UKLeonie
      @UKLeonie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You need to watch the video,it will dry your tears away...I hope.

    • @bvm5753
      @bvm5753 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My son travels with Allen's band so I hear his miscue often and it still makes me cry. Every. Single. Time!!!

    • @gianniclaud
      @gianniclaud 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Gurrrrrrrrrrl! GURL!

    • @HeyiPlayMusic
      @HeyiPlayMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're gorgeous

  • @therealfya4703
    @therealfya4703 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    One of the most sonically sound and pleasing Tiny Desks I’ve seen. Between Al and the background singers the pianist everything compliments each other perfectly. When their not there you barely notice and when they join in you feel as if they’ve been there the whole time. Thank you for this.

  • @alimbo9436
    @alimbo9436 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Clicked on this by accident. Best accident ever. Loving the energy, you have a new follower.

  • @No_Name_FR
    @No_Name_FR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    This goes head to head with Anderson Paak Legendary set

    • @Patmorejr
      @Patmorejr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No Name agreed

    • @raequinn9986
      @raequinn9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ooo I’ll check it out

    • @michellehiemstra3041
      @michellehiemstra3041 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Facts.

    • @2eggrollz
      @2eggrollz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Anderson .Paak is most definitely top 5 tiny desk sets of all time

    • @naomicgabriel
      @naomicgabriel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And Jordan Rakei!

  • @justjanayyyyy
    @justjanayyyyy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Also my man on the piano and the background singers DID THAT!

  • @Mattieboi1201
    @Mattieboi1201 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Allen Stone is a gift from God and many blessings for his family

  • @frederickjackson1395
    @frederickjackson1395 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just heard him for the first time ❤🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @Jalegre
    @Jalegre 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Allen is great as usual, but my goodness the back up singers were incredible! Just realised Raquel sang one of my favourite Valerie covers years and years ago! So good to see her on here!

    • @Wiley_Coyote
      @Wiley_Coyote 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Stone is so good that even his backup singers are good enough to be soloists. Lol. But seriously, they way he uses them, they're doing counterpoint to him, not just backup. It's fantastic.

    • @Jalegre
      @Jalegre 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Wiley_Coyote absolutely! The way the songs are arranged have such a pleasant feel and make you feel that every little detail is thought out, from the way they hold back during Allen's vibrato to the contrast of his falsettos - absolutely incredible! He's got an ear and has surrounded himself with the right people for sure.

  • @tylerwhitt5927
    @tylerwhitt5927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    So glad my wife and I got to see him live again before the pandemic.... Having a bad day, put on some Al and it's guaranteed to make your day better.

  • @uscitizen3252
    @uscitizen3252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I'm literally crying during "Give You Blue." I've always loved this song, but WOW, this performance.

    • @AilisMarquez
      @AilisMarquez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Undine Shorey he makes you feel his music he brings us into the emotions he felt while writing it!! He’s so amazing man!!

    • @tanyajohnson7837
      @tanyajohnson7837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My favorite song give you blue

    • @kakashimoto9916
      @kakashimoto9916 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I became an instant fan when I heard "Give You Blue". Listening to it brought me to tears, something I haven't felt in a song in a LONG while.

  • @itzesmi
    @itzesmi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    When Allen Stone first dropped ‘Give you blue’ I literally cried, showed it to my husband and he sings to it to me too 😭 ❤️

  • @itsjawdnpal
    @itsjawdnpal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I just wanna be Allen's friend, he seems like a wonderful person.

  • @Imrightyourewrong1
    @Imrightyourewrong1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Don't worry, the future of soul is in real good hands people.

  • @MsShellybell12
    @MsShellybell12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Piano man is doing his thang I like he is feeling the music👌🏾👌🏾🎹🎹🎹🎹🎼

  • @opeletia
    @opeletia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This man can SANG, but also has the perfect campfire storytelling voice 🥺. It just makes my heart warm to listen to him.

  • @amandafeliciano542
    @amandafeliciano542 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    My favorite thing is to play Allen for people n tell them imagine what he looks like, then show them haha....same with St Paul and the Broken Bones, who are also amazing and have a Tiny Desk! Enjoy everybody!

  • @robertjakeman1004
    @robertjakeman1004 4 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    83 people need to take a long hard look at themselves

    • @jenniferpatterson4964
      @jenniferpatterson4964 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Robert Jakeman Correct. They could always come see me...just to talk, you know? About life choices and such. And maybe I poke them in the eye. THIS 👏🏽 IS 👏🏽 GOLD👏🏽!!!!

    • @CoolHandLukeDuke
      @CoolHandLukeDuke 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah they are probably soulless Vampires without reflections.....

    • @mlbrewington4085
      @mlbrewington4085 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly!

    • @amantlemashele5719
      @amantlemashele5719 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂

    • @michaelclark1811
      @michaelclark1811 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe they have different taste in music? No? Its okay to not like certain music.

  • @PayMeNoMind
    @PayMeNoMind 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Something is effed up in the game when cats like Allen aren't household names. But it's great to see bro still doing things his way.

    • @leighaburris5287
      @leighaburris5287 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I cannot believe I haven't heard of him before now.

    • @keyloso324
      @keyloso324 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      In a weird way I’m happy when my favorite artist stay out the spotlight. I feel like once they get big the music get compromised. just hope he is making a good living and keeps true to the music and not get caught up in holly weird politics etc..

  • @bigmac51290
    @bigmac51290 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    He needs to go ahead and write a song called "Face-first in Love"

    • @tabbycatmeows
      @tabbycatmeows 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’ll buy it with gusto

  • @christiani7592
    @christiani7592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +204

    I don’t think people realize who the backup singer on the right is. Raquel Rodriguez is an amazing soul artist that should get a spot on this show as well!

    • @YamaJupi
      @YamaJupi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I remember her from the Anderson paak. Show.

    • @shanellyfaust
      @shanellyfaust 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She's awesome! Get to know her when she first played with scary pockets.

    • @anthonypalkovic2144
      @anthonypalkovic2144 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I believe the woman in the middle is Jessica Childress too. Same with her. She opened up for him in L.A. a couple years ago and absolutely slayed. After singing backup for Allen for a long time.

    • @UrHinesTheGemini
      @UrHinesTheGemini 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for putting me on!!

    • @creolan
      @creolan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same for Morea Masa, on the left. I saw her open for Emily King about 4 yrs ago in Portland. Great solo artist as well!!

  • @ryanparker2701
    @ryanparker2701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    YES! Al is finally on the Tiny Desk train!!! Add this one to the list of BESTS with Daniel Caesar, Tom Misch, Anderson Paak, ALLEN STONE!

    • @nprmusic
      @nprmusic  4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      That's a good list!

    • @ryanparker2701
      @ryanparker2701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@nprmusic Thanks for making the list possible!

    • @lilykoss442
      @lilykoss442 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You can add Jordan Rakei😄

    • @ryanparker2701
      @ryanparker2701 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@lilykoss442 Or Thundercat, Cory Henry, Mac Miller, Khalid, Raphael Saadique (BOTH), Miguel... ok honestly, I don't know why I even tried to start a list of bests or favorites cuz I end up including 90% of them

    • @ahmedhayek4585
      @ahmedhayek4585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ryanparker2701 dude your choices are perfect. Add Snarky puppy and HER too

  • @SwingingSamoan
    @SwingingSamoan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Consider Me is just one of those songs that is getting me through these times we are in

  • @JXter_
    @JXter_ 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was introduced to Allen Stone's music by my middle school band director who actually knows him personally. While not in my main rotation of music choice I have always respected Allen as a musician and love so much of his music - so wonderfully soulful! It's a sound you have to savor, it's so good I have to take time between listening so I can come back with fresh ears and an even better appreciation for it. It's music you want to miss for a while so when you come back it's just as good as the first time.

  • @TheCharlieSmithChannel
    @TheCharlieSmithChannel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I literally just jumped out of seat and yelled when I saw this had been posted

    • @serfboreds
      @serfboreds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Charlie Smith me too

  • @FrancescoCelauro7
    @FrancescoCelauro7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    One of the best NPR performaces, from one of the best artists alive! Very strong emotions

  • @sultrysoloist
    @sultrysoloist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Look at NPR blessing us during this quarantine... and his lyrics are so poignant and beautiful. And the climaxes of his songs always get me 😭😩

  • @bsusak09
    @bsusak09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    GOOD GOD this man is talented. That voice is absolutely spectacular. It sounds like it may be too high for him for a quick second, but then it just completely opens up and soars. It's magnificent.

  • @darrenluong4069
    @darrenluong4069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    HE'S FINALLY ON NPR. YESSSSSS. I'm sad that he's not a secret anymore...

  • @louisaambarita
    @louisaambarita 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    omg this all i needed in this isolation

  • @bobblaguen8698
    @bobblaguen8698 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    YES. I JUST RECENTLY GOT INTO ALLEN STONE. Seeing this is amazing.

  • @RonnieBoyKids
    @RonnieBoyKids 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Goodness. Those 3 angels that came in at 6:38 thru the rest of the song gave me chills. I can hear and feel them passionately sing every word ❤

  • @ashleepeters2357
    @ashleepeters2357 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    OMGOMGOMG THE AMOUNT OF TIME IVE WAITED FOR THIS 🥺🥺

  • @tizzoczap_7164
    @tizzoczap_7164 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I’ve been waiting for this for so long!

  • @JtothaMajesty
    @JtothaMajesty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Give you Blue and Consider Me....WHHOOOOOWHEEEEE....powerful!

  • @onimushatherapper
    @onimushatherapper ปีที่แล้ว +14

    For me, "Give You Blue" is genuinely one of the best songs ever written.
    There are a handful of songs that once you hear them you think, "this song is timeless."
    I wasn't even halfway through Give You Blue for the first time when that thought crossed my mind.

    • @kidkoryo
      @kidkoryo ปีที่แล้ว

      I would group it with my all-time favorites like:
      Gravity - John Mayer
      Tennessee Whiskey - Chris Stapleton
      Hallelujah - Jeff Buckley
      If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
      Hold On - Alabama Shakes
      Heaven up There - Palace
      They just give you goosebumps, you know?

  • @UKLeonie
    @UKLeonie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Been a fan for aggggggeeeeessss and NOW I'm seriously excited for this Monday gem.

  • @rudegirlmon
    @rudegirlmon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Allen your music got me through a deployment back in 2015. Congratulations on your beautiful marriage ❤️ So good to see you on tiny desk!!

  • @1katsan2
    @1katsan2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    He's exactly right, this is how people want to hear music! Pure Music without all the flashing lights & smoke. Just pure vocal talent .💞🎶

  • @janakelly1751
    @janakelly1751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm late to finding Allen Stone, but I'm so glad I did. So in love with his soulfulness and beautiful heart.

  • @JoMozoux
    @JoMozoux 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The soul in his voice!!! Love his personality too!

  • @drewesrock9414
    @drewesrock9414 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I'm loving this man's positive vibes! Stay strong everyone!

  • @deshagreely4238
    @deshagreely4238 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm so happy I crossed this artist, who is now a fabric of my Musicology
    ❤️🎶🎵🎼 🤗