Moonchild: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • Watch Moonchild play "Money", "The Other Side" and "The List" at the Tiny Desk.
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    Dec. 16, 2019 | Bobby Carter -- Many bands make considerable adjustments to their playing style in order for their sound to properly fill the Tiny Desk space. LA-based trio Moonchild, along with three background singers and a drummer, arrived promptly for their load-in time, unpacked their gear and were ready to go within minutes. Aside from being especially efficient, their natural musical instincts made for a custom fit in our corner.
    Amber Navran, Max Bryk and Andris Mattson joined forces in 2012 at the University of Southern California and their debut album, Be Free soon followed. This year, they released their fourth album, Little Ghost, intricately meshing jazz, R&B and hip-hop sounds under Amber's subtle vocal feats.
    For their set, they pulled out all the stops: flutes, flugelhorns, saxophones, keyboards, ukuleles and some the best harmonies I've heard in recent memory. From the moment Amber walked into the building and throughout the performance, she wore a smile on her face and expressed sincere gratitude for the Tiny Desk platform. She took advantage of the moment and amplified a cause near and dear to her heart. She asked us to "spend our privilege" and do more in the fight for people of color in the United States. They closed with a jam from 2017's Voyager.
    SET LIST
    "Money"
    "The Other Side"
    "The List"
    MUSICIANS
    Amber Navran: vocals, saxophone, flute; Andris Mattson: keys, guitar, flugelhorn; Max Bryk: keys, saxophone, flute; Erin Bentlage: vocals, ukulele; Efa Etoroma Jr.: drums; Michael Mayo: vocals; Micah Robinson: vocals
    CREDITS
    Producers: Bobby Carter, Abby O'Neill, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative director: Bob Boilen; Audio engineers: Josh Rogosin, Alex Drewenskus; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Maia Stern, Kara Frame, Jack Corbett; Production Assistant: Zoe Jones; Executive producer: Lauren Onkey; VP, programming: Anya Grundmann; Photo: Catie Dull/NPR
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  • @nprmusic
    @nprmusic  Před 5 měsíci +26

    Want to play your own Tiny Desk concert? Unsigned musicians, enter the 2024 Tiny Desk Contest between Jan. 23 and Feb. 21. Learn more: npr.org/tinydeskcontest.

  • @thisismoonchild
    @thisismoonchild Před 4 lety +6407

    Such an honor ❤️We love you NPR!

    • @trueviolinist
      @trueviolinist Před 4 lety +14

      Amazing ❤️

    • @Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77
      @Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77 Před 4 lety +87

      Moonchild I loved this session. One of my favorites. I love that you spoke on black lives matter. That was powerful ✊🏿💯

    • @taylorsmith366
      @taylorsmith366 Před 4 lety +17

      You are amazing

    • @Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77
      @Kang-B-and-The-Sipps77 Před 4 lety +11

      Taylor smith you are too queen✊🏿💯

    • @brothajohn
      @brothajohn Před 4 lety +27

      You guys are fantastic. Love the entire vibe of this band. Thank you so much.

  • @RmaNYouTube
    @RmaNYouTube Před 3 lety +731

    Which Instrument can you play?
    yellow shirt guy: YES

  • @DaousTommy
    @DaousTommy Před 2 lety +589

    She looks like she’s always on the brink of cracking up laughing, it’s so sweet!

    • @mauriceodellporter8084
      @mauriceodellporter8084 Před 2 lety +9

      lol right She does carry that look here.

    • @LiMCRiMZ
      @LiMCRiMZ Před 2 lety +16

      Get ya a girl that smiles at you like she smiles at an audience 😍

    • @michaelfoxbrass
      @michaelfoxbrass Před 2 lety +22

      I saw that too! The pure joy in her soul just can’t be contained or fully expressed even by the love of making her music. She teeters on laughter and we follow and smile.

    • @vm9240
      @vm9240 Před 11 měsíci +2

    • @hoffnstuff8996
      @hoffnstuff8996 Před 8 měsíci +4

      So true. She really projects a sincere warmth. Its mesmerizing.

  • @250miles2
    @250miles2 Před rokem +288

    This man is playing a horn with one hand, and on keys with the other... I love this group.

    • @chrisdavis2161
      @chrisdavis2161 Před 7 měsíci +3

      ...tearing that bass -line up

    • @Anhel6
      @Anhel6 Před 4 měsíci

      @@chrisdavis2161ALL THE WAY UP!!!!

  • @emmanueltuisaua7204
    @emmanueltuisaua7204 Před 3 lety +1654

    AIN'T NOBODY TALKING ABOUT YELLOW SHIRT MAN AND HIS BADASS SYNTH BASS LINES. THEM LINES ARE HOTTTT HOTTTT

  • @lupsie19
    @lupsie19 Před 4 lety +2569

    Dude in the yellow played a horn and keyboard at the same time. We owe him more money.

    • @nickmartin4298
      @nickmartin4298 Před 4 lety +39

      guitar too hes amazing .. totally felt like i should be paying too watch !!

    • @2FadeMusic
      @2FadeMusic Před 4 lety +44

      plus that piano solo on The Other Side though . . . . . .

    • @WalterMusic
      @WalterMusic Před 4 lety +35

      and the amazing bass line in the first song!!!!

    • @dr.comfort1183
      @dr.comfort1183 Před 4 lety +29

      He played the bassline during horn! sigg

    • @AGVersace100
      @AGVersace100 Před 4 lety +28

      usually people who play two or more instruments on a given gig earn around 30% more for each instrument they play. I think it is deserved.

  • @Minisodalala7
    @Minisodalala7 Před rokem +208

    THEY'RE ALIENS!!! Anit no way 7 random super multi-talented humans "found" each other and perform like THAT. I'm awestruck. Their vibe is too immaculate. I'm a permanent fan now. Also yellow shirt is a whole vibe. 😊

    • @gesselberry6499
      @gesselberry6499 Před 5 měsíci +2

      WHOLE vibe! He is grooving for REAL!!

    • @Mauriciovideomaker
      @Mauriciovideomaker Před 5 měsíci +2

      Yeah , it’s like watching angels perform !

    • @OrmanD7
      @OrmanD7 Před měsícem

      Humans do this. No aliens no angels HUMANS….❤

  • @bailahie4235
    @bailahie4235 Před 2 lety +466

    I love the "minimalist" feel of Moonchild's music, no tone too much... No embellishments, just the raw thing.

    • @OYNG
      @OYNG Před rokem +13

      no need for extra parts when each element is well written and work together so well!

    • @eespecialeventsdj
      @eespecialeventsdj Před rokem +6

      But my bros on the left hand bass though!!!!

  • @alvinbattle82
    @alvinbattle82 Před 4 lety +287

    All I need is D'angelo and I'll be COMPLETE

    • @Gaverny
      @Gaverny Před 4 lety

      Yessir!

    • @naturalTJ
      @naturalTJ Před 4 lety

      Oooihhhhh 🔥🔥🔥

    • @musiq21
      @musiq21 Před 4 lety +1

      Bruhhhhhh 😳😳🤯🤯🔥🔥

    • @Gaverny
      @Gaverny Před 4 lety +7

      But what would his setlist be? I would want to hear Africa and Latin Joint. Then somethin off of Brown Sugar and Black Messiah....

    • @cassietad3178
      @cassietad3178 Před 4 lety

      Tiny desk is such a blessing, i think your dreams could be realized!

  • @marsaylus3466
    @marsaylus3466 Před 4 lety +775

    Everyday is tiny desk for MoonChild

  • @ctatrains
    @ctatrains Před 2 lety +326

    This woman's voice is something special. Her song style is just captivating.

    • @Dimechanel
      @Dimechanel Před rokem

      I agree

    • @lucalemay9997
      @lucalemay9997 Před rokem +6

      Theres coffee in the coffee maker she had me from the start

    • @davidmeinie6699
      @davidmeinie6699 Před rokem +3

      Reminds me of Michael Franks

    • @adrianjeffrey2897
      @adrianjeffrey2897 Před rokem +2

      She's not doing anything new stylistically but what she does do perfectly. Can't knock it

    • @SendMilfPics
      @SendMilfPics Před rokem +1

      She sounds mad similar to Dido and I’m all here for it. Just stumbled on this group and they’re amazing

  • @thandocollenmahlatsi8083
    @thandocollenmahlatsi8083 Před 6 měsíci +56

    2023 and Im still here losing my mind over this performance. I genuinely loved and still love this. Thank you @thisismoonchild you guys are blessed

  • @davestarns
    @davestarns Před 4 lety +1111

    Once again, hats off to the NPR engineers. The recording quality on every installment of this series is stunning.

    • @doubleahitmusic
      @doubleahitmusic Před 4 lety +29

      Agreed‼️Speaking as an audio engineer myself, I really appreciate it when audio engineers get the props they deserve 🙌🏾

    • @kennygsmooth83
      @kennygsmooth83 Před 4 lety +20

      Outstanding sound engineering! Haven't heard much better for a live online performance.

    • @josephdejarnette5143
      @josephdejarnette5143 Před 4 lety +28

      Agreed... Josh does a spectacular job every time... I often like the tiny desk mix better than the artist's studio recordings!

    • @weepete2t8adw
      @weepete2t8adw Před 4 lety +8

      Truly masterful work!

    • @8dioproductions
      @8dioproductions Před 4 lety +6

      Yup - exceptional engineering - so much detail. Feels like being there!

  • @motheomolefi9603
    @motheomolefi9603 Před 4 lety +841

    It was only a matter of time for Moonchild to be here... this is the perfect scene for them

  • @BigJazz522
    @BigJazz522 Před 2 lety +172

    "This List" is one of those songs that takes me to a familiar place that I've never been to. It speaks to a part of me that doesn't get much attention. I love it.

    • @jeffarredondo
      @jeffarredondo Před 2 lety +4

      Wow! I couldn't have said that better if I tried. Thanks!

    • @adifferentdrumbeat
      @adifferentdrumbeat Před 2 lety +4

      Thought I was the only one that has these kinds of experiences! Love the way you put it!

    • @DivineChocolate561
      @DivineChocolate561 Před rokem +2

      Same here!!! I feel so free with that song.

    • @TheColtswin1
      @TheColtswin1 Před rokem +2

      Perfect description!!!!!

    • @dinatesfay
      @dinatesfay Před rokem +2

      Exactlyyy!!

  • @alexmathewmendoza
    @alexmathewmendoza Před rokem +68

    Moonchild is so underrated. Everyone involved is just overflowing with talent and the music is simply immaculate and beautiful!

    • @feliciaparker2420
      @feliciaparker2420 Před 6 měsíci

      I been an instant fan years ago when I heard “The List” on a random playlist. I been hooked ever since! ❤❤❤

  • @RomainQ
    @RomainQ Před 4 lety +5694

    She looks like she's giving a TED talk when she sings

  • @DavidBenson2
    @DavidBenson2 Před 4 lety +327

    They seem like THE friendliest band ever man lol.

    • @chefdh
      @chefdh Před 4 lety +21

      They are. They let me take them to a late breakfast after their show here in Chicago

    • @hz3917
      @hz3917 Před 4 lety

      @@chefdh that's dope

    • @dwoollery
      @dwoollery Před 4 lety +1

      Hiatus Kaiyote: am I a joke to you?

    • @curtisfarmer7734
      @curtisfarmer7734 Před 4 lety +1

      They are I met them in San Diego and they are all really chill.

    • @SALISA27703
      @SALISA27703 Před 4 lety +1

      David Benson they really are

  • @emilynnemascardo3687
    @emilynnemascardo3687 Před 9 měsíci +65

    Always love her messaging of solidarity in their shows. All of the musicians in this band are amazingly talented.

    • @fuckcensorship69
      @fuckcensorship69 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I heard her speaking about "standing up for black and brown lives". That isnt solidarity. GROSS

  • @blackdev417
    @blackdev417 Před 2 lety +23

    You can't tell dude in the yellow shirt nothin. He knows he's killing it. Beautiful music and a great voice.

  • @Coolcucumber2
    @Coolcucumber2 Před 4 lety +967

    Her voice is like butter, on butter

    • @jrewing73
      @jrewing73 Před 4 lety +1

      For real though, bro!

    • @chumps7974
      @chumps7974 Před 4 lety +21

      & Dipped in butter, with butter on the side

    • @browncrichlow
      @browncrichlow Před 4 lety +8

      You wouldn't think that voice came from her.. she's always smiling.. will be definitely looking her up know Amazon music..

    • @jrewing73
      @jrewing73 Před 4 lety +4

      @@browncrichlow Amber Navran has the voice of an Angel. I absolutely LOVE her smile! 💗

    • @brahmwilliams5943
      @brahmwilliams5943 Před 4 lety +5

      Like the softest butter the world could ever produced

  • @MusicRevolution1992
    @MusicRevolution1992 Před 4 lety +1479

    *Fun Fact:* this band is also responsible for doing the horn section on the Hive Album by The Internet. 💯

  • @rachidvanheyningen
    @rachidvanheyningen Před 10 měsíci +13

    I don't think people realize this was one of the cleanest executed, most in sync, most hard to pull off performances ever on NPR, and that says a lottt...

  • @nedadillard4514
    @nedadillard4514 Před měsícem +5

    Back again, 2024 😂😂 I just can't get enough of this performance!!!

  • @GabrielRO8
    @GabrielRO8 Před 3 lety +1256

    You had me at "There's coffee in the coffee maker".

  • @67downXXninellusK
    @67downXXninellusK Před 4 lety +2845

    This finally happened ! Next Hiatus Kaiyote and I'll be finally complete

  • @j9ruiz
    @j9ruiz Před 6 měsíci +24

    They sound like this live?!! Amazing...

  • @jbharms1
    @jbharms1 Před rokem +30

    Piano solo around 9:30 is really great. Really great phrases, no excessive chops just substance. 100% lean.

  • @katyneve8165
    @katyneve8165 Před 4 lety +819

    Cannot believe this day has come

  • @hernanperez8930
    @hernanperez8930 Před 4 lety +524

    NPR has become the ultimate host for concerts. Everything sounds so good

    • @mint-flavouredsand8943
      @mint-flavouredsand8943 Před 4 lety +6

      A good sound mixer can make anything come true. A bunch of Louis Cole’s songs were recorded in (what I assume was) his house

    • @jackieclark8253
      @jackieclark8253 Před 4 lety +1

      Mint-Flavoured Sand ...it’s not the mixer,it’s the players...makes the mix engineers job easier when players know what they’re doing.

    • @ryanhalvorsen6497
      @ryanhalvorsen6497 Před 4 lety +2

      Just put this on some better speakers with a sub instead of just my phone. Loved it before. But with even decent audio it's 🤯🥴

    • @johngregg6820
      @johngregg6820 Před 4 lety +1

      Tiny Desk, Audiotree, KEXP, COLORS. Love 'em all.

    • @tedros6917
      @tedros6917 Před 4 lety +1

      For real! Even artists I don't like come through on tiny desk. I think it's bc the setting forces most of them to change their performances, so they get to refine them

  • @catherineprince5345
    @catherineprince5345 Před rokem +54

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE Moonchild!!! STILL listening in 2022!!!!

  • @illwill287
    @illwill287 Před 11 měsíci +27

    The fact that they are playing multiple instruments is definitely insane talent

  • @jeffreydiggs693
    @jeffreydiggs693 Před 3 lety +715

    The most slept on group .. straight fire

  • @SpaceLion87
    @SpaceLion87 Před 4 lety +631

    I love how she sings while looking at people, like she's narrating a story.

    • @shenroncali4372
      @shenroncali4372 Před 4 lety +5

      Shes an amazing performer. They all are

    • @PurveyorOfCuriosities
      @PurveyorOfCuriosities Před 4 lety +20

      It's funny you say that, because I told a friend of mine that she sings like she's reading a book to children. I totally get that.

  • @zshakur
    @zshakur Před 2 lety +191

    You can't deny good music! There's a difference between appropriation and appreciation! This sister gets it!!!

    • @zshakur
      @zshakur Před rokem +27

      @@scladoffle2472 Many white artists copy the soul sound but don't do it from the heart. You can tell that this woman truly respects the roots of soul/neo-soul and she's singing and vibing straight from her heart!! I LOVE her music! It's so refreshing! She reminds me of Sade'

    • @VivianWynter
      @VivianWynter Před rokem +6

      @@scladoffle2472do you not know where this style comes from? I KNOW you didn't think clear people invented it did you?

    • @zshakur
      @zshakur Před rokem +14

      @@scladoffle2472 Thanks for the pep talk I needed that...Lol, never knew I was a victim...wow that explains everything. FOH Goofy

    • @edhooper1421
      @edhooper1421 Před rokem +4

      @@scladoffle2472 when one has to write an whole essay just to 'prove' a point, clearly your argument is weak. I bet even Moonchild would disagree with ur premise

    • @KxNGFeel
      @KxNGFeel Před rokem

      I had noooooooo idea

  • @Ultrevolous
    @Ultrevolous Před 2 lety +41

    The dude in yellow what a talent! The horn and the synth at the same time. Incredible.

  • @beepboopboop4537
    @beepboopboop4537 Před 4 lety +454

    It's amazing how well their music translates into a tiny desk. Sounds just like the studio release

    • @HSetonNotes
      @HSetonNotes Před 4 lety +7

      Sounds even better than their already gorgeous studio stuff

    • @eboneegrover395
      @eboneegrover395 Před 4 lety +4

      JOSHUΛ I was thinking they! Especially her voice! She sounded extra amazing

    • @godva254
      @godva254 Před 4 lety +3

      Facts

    • @duroxkilo
      @duroxkilo Před 4 lety +9

      it's partially because of the musicians' talent, but also the recording game @npr's tiny desk is off the charts :}

    • @beepboopboop4537
      @beepboopboop4537 Před 4 lety +12

      Durox Kilo 100%, the sound engineering on the npr team is off the charts to another level

  • @MrRjozefiak
    @MrRjozefiak Před 4 lety +461

    All of this multi-instrumentalism is intimidating.

  • @maryammohaghegh4297
    @maryammohaghegh4297 Před 2 lety +91

    "It is not charity, it is solidarity as you didn't deserve the privileges." Love love love this

    • @surfboarding5058
      @surfboarding5058 Před 6 měsíci +2

      It’s woke virtue signaling

    • @mauhuff
      @mauhuff Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@surfboarding5058as a Black person and lover of Moonchild for like 7 yrs it made me smile 🤷🏿‍♂️

  • @TheDfrence
    @TheDfrence Před 2 lety +25

    Man……I feel like I’ve been living under a rock. I just got introduced to this group. Where have you been!!!!!!!!!!! 💜

  • @aiyeshathomas6746
    @aiyeshathomas6746 Před 4 lety +401

    Please give that person a raise that booked theses artists

  • @gregvang5164
    @gregvang5164 Před 4 lety +818

    Who else keeps coming back to this excellence?

    • @agcee11
      @agcee11 Před 4 lety +14

      This has turned into my daily routine, what a discovery

    • @nashi7200
      @nashi7200 Před 4 lety +5

      For the past 2 months and I guess more this days :P

    • @frank_southwell
      @frank_southwell Před 4 lety +7

      My fourth time watching. She is so cool... The harmonies are so pure and effortless. Of course, those two monster musicians on keyboards... both accomplished masters of multiple instruments... including Moonchild herself.

    • @Olivia-de3yj
      @Olivia-de3yj Před 4 lety +6

      Yep. Here weekly. 🥰🥰

    • @aceboog4000
      @aceboog4000 Před 4 lety +3

      About weekly fr

  • @ryanbrown3318
    @ryanbrown3318 Před 2 lety +34

    THE ENTIRE SET WAS FLAWLESS.........PERIOD .POINT. BLANK.!!!!!!

  • @whitneyhealing2947
    @whitneyhealing2947 Před rokem +33

    And she's singing live! Beautiful voice. Beautiful group. Beautiful everything across the board!

    • @mannurse06
      @mannurse06 Před rokem +1

      pristine keys, harmonies, beats and instruments that require a breeze

  • @emyleemargaret
    @emyleemargaret Před 4 lety +695

    I was in high school band with Amber and it’s so fun to hear her sing and see how far she’s gone

  • @diaspo
    @diaspo Před 4 lety +536

    Don't think I've ever seen so many instrument changes in one set. Seriously talented group.

    • @nhattuyenvodieu3103
      @nhattuyenvodieu3103 Před 4 lety +9

      watch jacob collier but yes its amazing :D

    • @nopeno2350
      @nopeno2350 Před 4 lety

      Never been to the south I see

    • @johnnyplays7222
      @johnnyplays7222 Před 4 lety +3

      @Cindy lou Betris i don't get your point?

    • @johnnyplays7222
      @johnnyplays7222 Před 4 lety

      @Cindy lou Betris I guess not but it's ok when you think so.

    • @harrisonbrand8985
      @harrisonbrand8985 Před 4 lety +8

      Cindy lou Betris no, he isn’t a dullard you’re comment seems either nonsensical or racist

  • @alexdexter258
    @alexdexter258 Před 8 měsíci +20

    I just love Ambers voice and her dimples are so adorable 🤩🥰

  • @calicoskyband
    @calicoskyband Před 9 měsíci +4

    Our old housemates. They are basically the best people.

  • @angelvelasquez2181
    @angelvelasquez2181 Před 4 lety +385

    I love how happy she looks when she sings 💕

    • @cestmoi5702
      @cestmoi5702 Před 3 lety +5

      Me toooooooo!!! 🥰🥰🥰

    • @carloshughes9741
      @carloshughes9741 Před 3 lety +2

      I love that about her......

    • @frantillman2486
      @frantillman2486 Před 3 lety +3

      Me three! The glow from within shines and I’m here for it.👏🏽

    • @anthonyweaver5501
      @anthonyweaver5501 Před 3 lety +2

      She loves her blessings of singing that brings joy to others

    • @TheGurusama
      @TheGurusama Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah, she sings, feels, lives, and she is music... Sweety

  • @ferrisbates1176
    @ferrisbates1176 Před 4 lety +280

    "There's coffee in the coffee maker!"
    I Was Hooked From There 😭😭😭

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 Před 4 lety

      Where I didnt see it

    • @Xaldar
      @Xaldar Před 4 lety +12

      @@lateshiachilds3640 Literally the first lyrics she sings

    • @Los47
      @Los47 Před 4 lety +6

      You saw the bright smile on her? 😭😧

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 Před 4 lety +2

      @@Xaldar oh ok, I didnt catch that

    • @Jesse-lv2yo
      @Jesse-lv2yo Před 4 lety +5

      I just woke up, watched the first few seconds of this, realized there actually IS coffee in the coffee maker (it's on a timer), and I got impossibly happy

  • @555rerun
    @555rerun Před 2 lety +30

    I’ve never seen anyone so happy to perform, her smile is beautifully infectious.

  • @dgarcia930
    @dgarcia930 Před rokem +19

    Came across this by "accident" today while nursing a broken heart. Have no idea who these guys are but what a cool little eclectic group of beautiful people! I feel so happy for each one of them that they are doing their thing and sharing their gifts with the world. I am smiling inside and out watching theses talented cuties groove like they are...how could I not be?

  • @beckygoulding4246
    @beckygoulding4246 Před 4 lety +322

    I'm not even kidding. I had a dream that I got a notification saying Moonchild was on Tiny Desk three months ago and I woke up and checked youtube thinking it was real. Then I saw it today and thought I was dreaming again. So glad I'm not. This was what I've been waiting for

    • @juancpgo
      @juancpgo Před 4 lety +6

      dream something nice about me 🙂

    • @bluehalo8604
      @bluehalo8604 Před 4 lety +4

      They're out here fulfilling dreams and all. Sheesh!

    • @December_baby04
      @December_baby04 Před 4 lety +1

      Becky Goulding prophecies

    • @angeloa780
      @angeloa780 Před 4 lety +1

      Dreams come true ✨

    • @MoPoppins
      @MoPoppins Před 4 lety +2

      You’re a master-manifester! ✨ You should test what else you can make happen in your life and in the greater world. 🌎

  • @kelsiec2196
    @kelsiec2196 Před 4 lety +321

    Moonchild is so deserving of this. I hope people will stop sleeping on them now.

    • @BigDipperPro
      @BigDipperPro Před 4 lety +13

      We live in the world of beyonce and mumble rap, people will always sleep

    • @RaymondAinyam
      @RaymondAinyam Před 4 lety +16

      They're not being slept on. They've got a pretty solid fanbase

    • @angelafoxmusic7265
      @angelafoxmusic7265 Před rokem

      What does that mean? Sleeping on? ...sorry to appear thick, but I'm old😊

  • @mobass48
    @mobass48 Před rokem +11

    What a phenomenally talented Group of Human beings.
    I First heard them doing " THE LIST "
    I'm 65yrs old, and very much moved by their Music.

  • @myckeee
    @myckeee Před 2 lety +4

    The yellow short guy does everything. He even snaps his fingers

  • @NicOleFrenchie
    @NicOleFrenchie Před 4 lety +295

    I saw them live at the Atlanta Jazz Festival in Piedmont Park and they were magical. The lead vocalist is such a pure spirit. Love her and love them.

    • @BellesView
      @BellesView Před 4 lety +3

      Makeba Nicole Omg I saw them there too! They opened for The Internet during the Hive Mind Tour at The Tabernacle last year too 😍

    • @BigDipperPro
      @BigDipperPro Před 4 lety +1

      Completely jealous

    • @zoserreseachsociety6029
      @zoserreseachsociety6029 Před 4 lety +1

      @@BellesView i was at that concert with the INTERNET!

    • @Res0313
      @Res0313 Před 4 lety

      Oh no!! ... was that the one from this summer ??. I hate I missed them !!

    • @BellesView
      @BellesView Před 4 lety +1

      Zoser Reseach Society OMG small world! That was an incredible concert.

  • @deniselove2590
    @deniselove2590 Před 4 lety +97

    If you wake up to MOONCHILD and you are still angry or sad please continue you're therapy!😊 God bless you all!

  • @brianhardaway9716
    @brianhardaway9716 Před 2 lety +25

    These Cats are just Vibing in that Heart felt Place. Music has to come from the Creator because it doesn’t matter what Language, Race, Religion or whatever Unimportant distractions on this Earth, it can always touch Something deep down inside ALL of US!! Thanks for making My Soul smile.

  • @Orangutan33
    @Orangutan33 Před 2 lety +3

    the guy playing the trumpet and keys at the same time is truly amazing

  • @samhealey7603
    @samhealey7603 Před 4 lety +237

    Homie in the yellow shirt is feeling it. Me too man, me too...

  • @tiffanysmith2407
    @tiffanysmith2407 Před 4 lety +271

    Dude in the yellow shirt is officially one of my favorite people...EVER.

  • @lesamccree2395
    @lesamccree2395 Před 2 lety +2

    I’ve been listening to Pandora’s Robert Glasper radio and every time I’m compelled to press the like button on a song it’s by Moonchild

  • @pamelaking8154
    @pamelaking8154 Před 2 lety +2

    The first time I saw this Tiny Desk episode I watched it back to back 4 times.

  • @alvinbattle82
    @alvinbattle82 Před 4 lety +139

    This group right here..........SPEECHLESS!!!!!!! Jill Scott even gave them a co sign....

    • @pamelamcdaniel7072
      @pamelamcdaniel7072 Před 4 lety +2

      I cant wait to see them and jill on tour. Its gonna be amazing!!!

    • @_Palesa_M
      @_Palesa_M Před 4 lety

      @@pamelamcdaniel7072 a

  • @letterstomyson195
    @letterstomyson195 Před 4 lety +731

    Musician: I'd like to audition to join the group!
    Them: 6 instrument minimum.

    • @TAMISHA710
      @TAMISHA710 Před 4 lety +4

      😅😅🤣

    • @catboyzee
      @catboyzee Před 4 lety +1

      Really tho...LMBO!!!

    • @ToobDude1
      @ToobDude1 Před 4 lety +10

      "We don't need no steenkeeng bass player"

    • @jackieclark8253
      @jackieclark8253 Před 4 lety +3

      ToobDude1 ...no they don’t but,the right one makes it all even better! 😂 One or all of them probably play bass as well! 😂

    • @QSRWORKXCHANGE
      @QSRWORKXCHANGE Před 4 lety +15

      Singer: I'd like to audition for a backup singer.
      Them: still one instrument minimum

  • @corneliusjefferson6249
    @corneliusjefferson6249 Před rokem +5

    The fact that she smiles while she sings is unbelievable

  • @BreTheBlkGenie
    @BreTheBlkGenie Před 2 lety +11

    Just heard about this group. Idk where the heck I’ve been. Under a rock clearly. Every time I hear this group I just cry. I just feel the soul in everything down too the musicians. They are officially my favs 🥰 after learning about them about one week ago.

  • @brittanyrobinson8548
    @brittanyrobinson8548 Před 4 lety +570

    I had them playing while giving birth to my son. They set the mood so perfect!! Love them!

    • @Skyjuice70
      @Skyjuice70 Před 4 lety +13

      Nice!!! and Congrats. I hope you get to meet them in person someday and tell them. I'm sure they would love to hear that.

    • @theTrend7
      @theTrend7 Před 4 lety +42

      Your son must be chill😆🤣

    • @brittanyrobinson8548
      @brittanyrobinson8548 Před 4 lety +17

      The Trend yes, he’s a music baby it’s calms him

    • @Verowatches
      @Verowatches Před 4 lety +6

      That is so sweet! I bet they would love to know that.

    • @typhlosionisbest
      @typhlosionisbest Před 4 lety +4

      That is so beautiful, to come into the world to the sound of this sort of music. Every time he hears them, he may feel like he's home.

  • @peltierluc8768
    @peltierluc8768 Před 4 lety +321

    She smiles like she has a good joke to share.

    • @StefveoX
      @StefveoX Před 4 lety +9

      She’s like: “Here’s a good one: Did you know that not everybody listens to us??”

    • @fybraines
      @fybraines Před 4 lety +1

      Peltier luc 24/7

    • @davebryand1960
      @davebryand1960 Před 4 lety +6

      She knows the cosmic joke and her music is how she shares it 💖💖💖

    • @p4u7y
      @p4u7y Před 4 lety

      Peltier luc 😭😭😂😂😂best comment ever

    • @martt2101
      @martt2101 Před 4 lety

      😂😂😂 I can't

  • @markushofer4874
    @markushofer4874 Před 2 lety +2

    Never forged to mention the very good background singers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @larrylove5081
    @larrylove5081 Před 2 lety +17

    I saw Moonchiild in the ATL and they had us dead silent in aww of what we where hearing. Like we didn't want to miss anything and do it again just in case we did!! Moonchild is keeping neo soul (REAL MUSIC) alive!!

  • @LittleFabrizio
    @LittleFabrizio Před 4 lety +364

    She looks like she’s not even trying & her smile is so gd contagious omg.

    • @fybraines
      @fybraines Před 4 lety

      Young Padawan EXACTLY

    • @Mmmmmmmmmmdamgoodmix
      @Mmmmmmmmmmdamgoodmix Před 4 lety +2

      Young Padawan I don't think her upper lip can cover them up.

    • @ross-carlson
      @ross-carlson Před 4 lety +1

      She sorta sounds like she's not trying either - is she really the lead or is she filling in for someone?

    • @dholmes974
      @dholmes974 Před 4 lety

      I know, right???

    • @areffadli8041
      @areffadli8041 Před 4 lety +1

      I have to agree

  • @masseyrati3396
    @masseyrati3396 Před 4 lety +2214

    ADVISORY: This video contains exceptional musicianship, heart-felt bouncing around by the keyboard, a deeply touching humanitarian message, mezmerizing dimples and other factors that may cause heart fluctuations.

    • @ronbellaz
      @ronbellaz Před 4 lety +34

      That deeply touching humanitarian message ... so well expressed, every word as compact as the music with a great call to action for a such a passionate cause ... and amen to the music.

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 Před 4 lety +10

      I love it

    • @LJ-uh9hd
      @LJ-uh9hd Před 4 lety +6

      some smooth loving on the saxophones too :3

    • @masseyrati3396
      @masseyrati3396 Před 4 lety +6

      @@LJ-uh9hd I have absolutely no idea how to play a saxophone myself but I believe I know what you mean. Smooth is the exact word I would use here as well. And to think they can just go from singing or playing a keyboard to playing the sax or a flute? I guess I'm in love with all of them...

    • @chelswels1570
      @chelswels1570 Před 4 lety +2

      Masseyrati lol!!! I am shooketh!!! Nice vibes

  • @bobbyspencer7089
    @bobbyspencer7089 Před 2 lety +13

    This is still my favorite of all the Tiny Desks. Amber’s voice is so 😇 😇 😇

  • @WarriorByNature
    @WarriorByNature Před 2 lety +11

    I am so honored to find out about this group. My soul feels at ease for once during so much he’ll going on in Afghanistan, Haiti, Jamaica, and many other places right now.

  • @jadedj1
    @jadedj1 Před 4 lety +159

    Her smile throughout the show is infectious.

  • @jodyharris9731
    @jodyharris9731 Před 4 lety +449

    With groups like Moonchild, KING, The Internet, Tank & Da Bangas, The Dove Society, Radio Galaxy, wax poetics(the group), the oz collective, snarky puppy, OSHUN, etc makes me still love music.

    • @leafsoup
      @leafsoup Před 4 lety +4

      Louis Cole, Jacob Mann/Max Ox, Fearofdark too.

    • @ankihansen2489
      @ankihansen2489 Před 4 lety +20

      Listen to Hiatus Kaiyote

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 Před 4 lety +5

      Yes I truly agree, I love underrated singers

    • @deanroddey2881
      @deanroddey2881 Před 4 lety +5

      Snarky Puppy is musogasmic sometimes. Lingus just floors me. And the one that they do with Jacob Collier is ridiculous.

    • @ixzaluoh8997
      @ixzaluoh8997 Před 4 lety +2

      Lateshia Childs don’t worry soon they won’t be underrated

  • @mystikal3
    @mystikal3 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Still jammin this 4 years later as I study to become a nuclear plant senior reactor operator! Love you guys! Can't wait to see you guys live!

  • @FabiannedeJesus
    @FabiannedeJesus Před 2 lety +22

    It’s magical when we first like their songs and afterwards we fall in love with the artists themselves!

  • @asherramras6545
    @asherramras6545 Před 4 lety +96

    Voice lesson of a lifetime: smile.

  • @kurtemonster578
    @kurtemonster578 Před 3 lety +414

    Andris Mattson (AKA Yellow Shirt Guy) did not have to go that hard. But he did that. He did that for us.

    • @hoffnstuff8996
      @hoffnstuff8996 Před rokem +7

      That he did! The face doesn't lie @ 4:39 - much respect from his fellow bandmate as well.

    • @t.c.9838
      @t.c.9838 Před rokem +4

      He killed it! Yes he did.

    • @miram2053
      @miram2053 Před rokem +9

      Ok! Syncopation on 1000%! Playing the bass line on keyboard while playing trumpet is a new one lol i love it!!!❤️❤️❤️

    • @nealhoward8279
      @nealhoward8279 Před rokem +5

      @@miram2053 Then this ninja picks up a guitar after that! Crazy!!

    • @Alex-qr6jh
      @Alex-qr6jh Před rokem +1

      🤣🤣🤣

  • @jasonflaherty8364
    @jasonflaherty8364 Před měsícem +1

    She has first grade teacher teaching high school for the first time energy and it's the coolest thing I've ever seen.

  • @mnqobintombela1302
    @mnqobintombela1302 Před měsícem +1

    "The List" is their signature song!! No tour should end without them singing this track!

  • @hawitithompson6354
    @hawitithompson6354 Před 4 lety +791

    Growing up on badu, Sade prince and d’angelo. I’ve always had this idea that neo soul is and will always be a black only genre. But hearing these new white artists take the art from and do great things with it. Man I gotta eat my words. Tom misch, moonchild and mac ayers are killing it

    • @sheisshea9477
      @sheisshea9477 Před 3 lety +10

      Great taste!

    • @andreabrooks1581
      @andreabrooks1581 Před 3 lety +1

      Yeeeesssss

    • @debbiedeb_
      @debbiedeb_ Před 3 lety +41

      I hear what you're saying, but I wouldn't go that far

    • @o-redbeard-o1036
      @o-redbeard-o1036 Před 3 lety +84

      wait until you disover Nai Palm and Hiatus Kaiyote. I highly suggest the song "Fingerprints" by Hiatus Kaiyote and Nai Palm - "When the Knife (Live at Sydney Opera House)". Trust me!

    • @sawa4000
      @sawa4000 Před 3 lety +52

      I agree. I felt the same way. But I think good music is color blind. It can even build bridges when it seems that none exist.

  • @crystalo.6222
    @crystalo.6222 Před 4 lety +298

    Can we just give it up for all the MULTI-talented and musically gifted people in this tiny desk?! Especially homeboy andris in the yellow handling the keys, trumpet, AND guitar. You can tell he really FEELS the music

  • @jaytube411
    @jaytube411 Před 2 lety +10

    I swear this is heavenly every time I hear there music

  • @godchild7664
    @godchild7664 Před 2 lety +3

    9:32... That man was playing from a whole nother dimension. You have a very unique gift and thank God for your willingness to be who you are. This solo says:. I'm creative, I'm smart, I'm different, can't nothing stop me If I try 1st!!!😷✊🏾🗿

  • @JerryT21
    @JerryT21 Před 4 lety +401

    The engineer and production team should get in front of the camera and take a bow you guys are quality top notch 🎛🎤🎚🎙🔊

    • @abbasdaif3490
      @abbasdaif3490 Před 4 lety +8

      Amen I can not fault their production for almost every tiny desk, most of the time sounds better than studio recordings

    • @joefish6546
      @joefish6546 Před 4 lety +2

      Agreed. Pushing my ear buds in deep on this one in particular, but they're often the best I've heard many of these artists.

    • @rogeryoung3813
      @rogeryoung3813 Před 4 lety +1

      geraldotorres35 I wish I had the ear to appreciate sound engineering. Maybe I’d only notice if it was bad.

    • @therealtaxman6471
      @therealtaxman6471 Před 4 lety +2

      yeahh it sounds damm great!

    • @CANDYSOULonline
      @CANDYSOULonline Před 4 lety +3

      EXACTLY!!! this sound is album worthy...like, all of the Tiny Desk shows should have albums...that is how good the sound quality is.

  • @positiveenergy4131
    @positiveenergy4131 Před 4 lety +120

    She doesn't have to sing a word. The smile alone is very entertaining.

  • @chipgladson
    @chipgladson Před rokem +7

    I celebrate musicality. Moonchild has the chops, as Stevie Wonder would attest. Amber Navran and her bandmates exhibit a musicality--conception, composition, and performance--that adds another layer to the fabric of 21st century jazz. Flash, post-production, and promotion typically win the day. I can listen to Moonchild and celebrate musicality. I'm good.

  • @kiandramason5864
    @kiandramason5864 Před 2 lety +9

    I love the 2nd song they performed called, "The Other Side" I play this on repeat. I love it!

  • @fallonj6095
    @fallonj6095 Před 4 lety +52

    When the universe decides to come together, it sounds like this

    • @lorenzobaines6222
      @lorenzobaines6222 Před 4 lety +4

      Krazy you said that because I feel the same way. It's effortless. Natural sounding music. Beautiful on every level.

    • @ateneacarter
      @ateneacarter Před 4 lety

      What a beautiful and true sentence!!

    • @fybraines
      @fybraines Před 4 lety

      Fallon J EXACTLY

  • @mj23pc34
    @mj23pc34 Před 4 lety +163

    Unfortunately it's artists like Moonchild, that get the least exposure. So slept on. Just pure chill music, and the vibes... mainstream would never give it a chance. Well done Tiny Desk/ NPR...
    SN: Let me not short change the background singers and musicians. Homie on the piano in the yellow a fool with it!!! 🔥🔥🔥

    • @lateshiachilds3640
      @lateshiachilds3640 Před 4 lety +4

      I know right I love jazz music I wish jazz was more mainstream

    • @Jell0zz
      @Jell0zz Před 4 lety +1

      Great music, but they can keep their politics to themselves 🤢

    • @iunderstanphotography2780
      @iunderstanphotography2780 Před 4 lety +3

      exactly. those chill vibes should be all over WDAS (r&b station in philly) but they're not... smh

    • @LearningDrummerSam
      @LearningDrummerSam Před 4 lety +6

      @@Jell0zz The President is a reality TV star. I don't see why you think the topic of politics should not be talked about, especially being musicians.

    • @gpizarro3798
      @gpizarro3798 Před 4 lety +1

      I don't know, sometimes I like it better that way than being oversaturated..They doing well touring and stuff...Man, their music is so good!

  • @ArronYouSeeItMalachi
    @ArronYouSeeItMalachi Před rokem +6

    It's so amazing that they all play multiple instruments and produce on their own albums! Some much in-house talent!

  • @irener.3503
    @irener.3503 Před 2 lety +6

    I was so lucky I could see them live exactly when I first discovered their music and I was so hyped. I was in a business trip, went to the concert on my own and after their concert I had the pleasure to meet them. Bought them a CD, they asked me lively if I wanted it signed and shared a nice talk and pics 🙂 they are so down to earth... They deserve more recognition...

  • @theMad_Artist
    @theMad_Artist Před 4 lety +222

    That synth bass playing is just too nasty 🔥

  • @justinalexander1056
    @justinalexander1056 Před 4 lety +82

    This is what a good day feels like

  • @BrickRoom7
    @BrickRoom7 Před rokem +8

    I've seen this performance at least 60+ times (lost count lol) and never get tired of it. The amazing music and Amber's sweet voice and smile keeps me coming back for more.