Local Natives: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • čas přidán 27. 02. 2011
  • The L.A.-based indie-rock band plays buoyant, infectious songs that brim with sunny melodies and three-part vocal harmonies. Local Natives' members bring their euphoric choruses and clattering Afrobeat rhythms to the NPR Music offices for a stirring acoustic set.
    Set List:
    "Wide Eyes"
    "Cards & Quarters"
    "Airplanes"
    For more videos, visit npr.org/tinydeskconcerts
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Komentáře • 679

  • @mikecolletta7527
    @mikecolletta7527 Před rokem +41

    I have been to countless live shows of every genre in my life…I truly feel that Local Natives may be the best I’ve ever seen. It’s ridiculous how good they are.

  • @alexrizzutto5634
    @alexrizzutto5634 Před 9 lety +188

    Wish they recorded an acoustic album of all their songs. Their live versions always sound incredible.

    • @hunterpaschke4091
      @hunterpaschke4091 Před 9 lety +1

      their itunes session has some acoustic tracks

    • @bryarkelly9910
      @bryarkelly9910 Před 9 lety +2

      there's an itunes session and a spotify sessions album

    • @rockmusic111
      @rockmusic111 Před 9 lety +6

      Alex Rizzutto We need MTV Unplugged back from the nineties! I still watch STP's, Nirvana's and Pearl Jam's unplugged shows regularly, and there are so many bands today that could do great things with acoustic instruments. This video is just one among many!

    •  Před 4 lety

      @@rockmusic111 that would be such a welcomed return!

  • @christianhedstrom5931
    @christianhedstrom5931 Před 5 lety +50

    Crazy how big they are now....still one of my favorite tiny desks!

  • @Weeeezaa
    @Weeeezaa Před 4 lety +109

    I'm little 9 years late to the party.

  • @s_cue
    @s_cue Před 11 lety +65

    I already liked Local Natives but seeing this video made me love them even more.

  • @elle3076
    @elle3076 Před 5 lety +33

    They're singing many parts in octaves and I can tell you this is one of the hardest things in music because both parts Intonation needs to be absolutely on point. And these guys did it just perfect!!

  • @gregorychittenden5505
    @gregorychittenden5505 Před 3 lety +1

    Attention everyone! There are approximately 161 people who hate, but, can't sing, nor play any instrument, that decided to put a thumbs down on this video.... shame on them. Local Natives live, is amazing... if only, this is what 2021 needs.

  • @TerraRysing
    @TerraRysing Před 12 lety +4

    Wide Eyes = no words can describe this songs beauty. oh to see it with my own eyes.

  • @RobTheBernardinosaur
    @RobTheBernardinosaur Před 10 lety +31

    Cards and Quarters sounded perfect. That's the way to do it.

  • @thingamarob
    @thingamarob Před 9 lety +236

    A mustache like that, how could you not?

  • @GraditudevsRevenge
    @GraditudevsRevenge Před 10 lety +12

    Hearing these guys live at Osheaga this year was a true privilege. They are incredibly hard working and to say they sound amazing is an understatement. Local Natives are band everybody needs to see live to believe that they're one of the most outstanding and yet underrated bands in North America right now. You'd be kicking yourself if you decided to skip their set at any festival.

  • @Cyauuu
    @Cyauuu Před 9 lety +189

    I literally just found these guys about about hour ago and I honestly have never loved a band as much as I love these guys.

    • @funkymonk816
      @funkymonk816 Před 9 lety +4

      Glad you found them! They truly are a gem. Such a beautiful band in every way possible.

    • @hasanhejazi4831
      @hasanhejazi4831 Před 9 lety +2

      If you like Local Natives youll love Avindale very underground but they're stuff is gold :D don't confuse them with Avondale though lol

    • @tiffanyrodriguez7477
      @tiffanyrodriguez7477 Před 8 lety +2

      +Hasan Hejazi hey they're a local band here in my hometown! my friend is actually cousins with the drummer :)

    • @hasanhejazi4831
      @hasanhejazi4831 Před 8 lety +1

      tiffany rodriguez​ nice yeah I'm also from el paso haha but Avindale isn't the same anymore and they're new stuff is gonna be more electronic indie :(

    • @lencawley2445
      @lencawley2445 Před 6 lety

      Yes please. I live in Avondale. Over the past number of years we have frequent visits from Avindale music fans looking for their band members. Please leave us alone, we are running out of avocado toast due to these ppl.

  • @LiLBulqer
    @LiLBulqer Před 7 lety +22

    How can you dislike this video. Rare to find a band like this. With naturally good voices. Look at their other stuff

  • @Phabulouso
    @Phabulouso Před 10 lety +106

    Cards and Quarters is such a masterpiece. The drumming is so tactful and subtly brilliant. And, my God, the harmonies...

  • @HeyNowHank
    @HeyNowHank Před 11 lety +19

    Out of all the amazing live recordings of 'Airplanes', this is their best performance. Flawless. All 3 songs are expertly done.

  • @Whoisjulien
    @Whoisjulien Před 10 lety +23

    THAT FREAKIN BASS! No one cares about bass but it makes the music.

  • @brandongrimmett6672
    @brandongrimmett6672 Před 8 lety +77

    I don't think I'll ever find another acoustic set I love more than this.

    • @FasterToTheEnd
      @FasterToTheEnd Před 8 lety +18

      +Brandon Grimmett their sets with La Blogtheque are equally as beautiful.

    • @lemonsnomel
      @lemonsnomel Před 6 lety

      Check out the tenamentTV one with them in it! Equally as dreamy ❤️

    • @subrosaboi1ify
      @subrosaboi1ify Před 5 lety +1

      Nirvana unplugged

    • @zombockerman
      @zombockerman Před 4 lety +1

      Check out pinegroves tiny desk

  • @anwarabdullah2887
    @anwarabdullah2887 Před 5 lety +7

    It’s good to revisit this every once in a while

  • @unation7322
    @unation7322 Před 5 lety +6

    Wide eyes got me Wide eyed thanks for the trip

  • @nbdragon19
    @nbdragon19 Před 11 lety +4

    "Infectious" is the perfect word for their music.

  • @mathildeb2710
    @mathildeb2710 Před 10 lety +13

    They are so genuinely passionate about the music, it makes it so real and beautiful. Absolutely love them.

  • @docm4544
    @docm4544 Před 2 lety +3

    Such a harmonizing, beautiful, special performance! You could feel the love and energy through their music every time!! Much love and blessings from Canada to everyone reading this!!!

  • @zecasilva2674
    @zecasilva2674 Před rokem +1

    THE best mustache that came across in NPR since ever! still hunts me! remember the first time I saw this clip, back in 2012, both amazed and amused. Cheers from Portugal 🍻 ps: yeap, I still see this vid in 2023!

  • @indieglowflowerchild
    @indieglowflowerchild Před 10 lety +50

    This is why I love Local Natives, such a remarkably majestic band.

    • @airun894
      @airun894 Před 9 lety +6

      i love people that love the local natives

    • @indieglowflowerchild
      @indieglowflowerchild Před 9 lety

      Indeed. I see we have a mutual connection already xD

    • @airun894
      @airun894 Před 9 lety

      Ha ha ha without a doubt

    • @indieglowflowerchild
      @indieglowflowerchild Před 9 lety

      Ya know you're the only guy I've met who also loves Local Natives? Plus, you look pretty cool (making an assumption) based on your profile pic haha. Just saying ;P do you like similar artists? (:

    • @trukn1
      @trukn1 Před 9 lety +22

      "We met on youtube"

  • @magicmnms101
    @magicmnms101 Před 9 lety +200

    is anybody else disappointed they didnt do World News for the NPR

  • @raggysiel
    @raggysiel Před 7 lety +18

    Just saw them live in SD last Thursday. Before it, they already had a special spot in my heart, with their vocals feeling a little melancholy to me, and the beautiful & novel arrangement of their songs (esp dat percussion ;D). Seeing them live though.. man, I have to say it was a once in a lifetime, absolutely amazing show. I already can't wait for the next time I'll see them~

    • @luciamiranda2225
      @luciamiranda2225 Před 7 lety +3

      I was also there. I travelled all the way from Mexico City to San Diego just to see them. One of the best shows I've ever been on.

  • @polymathematics_
    @polymathematics_ Před 10 lety +10

    One of the absolute greatest bands to listen to

  • @brandonnelson103
    @brandonnelson103 Před 4 lety +5

    Came from a opening band 10 years ago to now in 2020 making it big. Patience is key

  • @sevonyoung7804
    @sevonyoung7804 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Yeah just saw Local natives live. Wasn't even a huge fan at the time, but they absolutely killed it. So much energy, like it was one if their first shows. Also, before the show, one went on a bike ride, the other a run, and another had a kettle bell lol. Staying in shape I gues

  • @welikelethabo
    @welikelethabo Před 5 lety +5

    Kelcey's voice is so beautiful

  • @paulrichardson2273
    @paulrichardson2273 Před 10 lety +5

    Maaaaaaaaaaan these guys are so damn good!! Love them..summer days...sweet surf and a girl in my arms...melodies of pure heart felt love! Keep going Local Natives....you fill so many souls and hearts! Big beautiful hugs! x

  • @kathexinemae
    @kathexinemae Před 10 lety +84

    i couldn't tell which guy was sing high and which was singing low until the last song

    • @welikelethabo
      @welikelethabo Před 5 lety +1

      The first guy

    •  Před 4 lety

      Yeah! They delegate their vocals so well!

  • @waakkeuppp
    @waakkeuppp Před 11 lety +4

    This is one of the best live performances I've ever heard; even my Dad's feel'n it- really timeless talent.

  • @ctmnich
    @ctmnich Před 4 lety +1

    Have watched this dozens of times. Still magical. Love me some Local Natives.

  • @dcbcbrian
    @dcbcbrian Před 12 lety +2

    it is so nice to hear music that makes you feel happy to be alive

  • @inthegardenars
    @inthegardenars Před 12 lety +3

    Airplanes makes me feel like I soar. I love it all

  • @ElliottMorrow
    @ElliottMorrow Před 9 lety +23

    good. but on their Take Away Show, they were amazing. Idk how that channel always has the best sound when filming in weird locations

  • @CertifiedDabster
    @CertifiedDabster Před 8 lety +18

    Still beautiful in 2015

  • @laleona61
    @laleona61 Před 11 lety +5

    This whole channel is just amazing. I love you NPR. And Local Natives!

  • @musicdood97
    @musicdood97 Před 13 lety +3

    Pure, raw, music. Finally. This is awesome.

  • @ginaquinn2
    @ginaquinn2 Před 2 lety +1

    Love the Local Natives even better acoustic. 🎸 🎼🎶

  • @Rispolikid
    @Rispolikid Před 9 lety +58

    killer stache killer music

  • @DBurns0941
    @DBurns0941 Před 11 lety +1

    The tiny desk concert series is just so awesome. I know I am not the only who thinks they sound better here than on the record. Its the same for many bands.

  • @Maria-hq9zp
    @Maria-hq9zp Před 9 lety +5

    this is/was/always will be amazing

  • @panjigangsalp6697
    @panjigangsalp6697 Před 5 měsíci +1

    still beautifull in 2024

  • @hello50881
    @hello50881 Před rokem +2

    This album was truly elite

  • @Brianna7104
    @Brianna7104 Před 11 lety +2

    Their voices give me chills. So amazing!

  • @nadiarahman8092
    @nadiarahman8092 Před 4 lety +1

    it's crazy that this was 8 years ago ! how time flies ! 2011 was such a good year

  • @TheBulletPoet
    @TheBulletPoet Před 12 lety

    Earth wind water fire heaven they all harmonize

  • @ilynnetterossmusic
    @ilynnetterossmusic Před 12 lety +2

    I was not expecting what came out of them. I really enjoyed this.

  • @ricardocosta351
    @ricardocosta351 Před 4 lety +1

    Wow! I am blown away! Such great musicians

  • @carolinebartlett6179
    @carolinebartlett6179 Před 10 lety +9

    ahh, nothing like great harmonies after a long day

  • @rayramone1428
    @rayramone1428 Před 7 měsíci +1

    This video makes me realize that my biggest regret in life, was not studying music and trying to form a band with my best friends.

  • @AndresPerez-rg4xk
    @AndresPerez-rg4xk Před 7 lety

    Still watching this years later!! There's definitely been a drop off in music like this recently ... Local Natives never fail!

  • @y0MamA12345
    @y0MamA12345 Před 11 lety

    that guy is one of the best damn drummers you will find in Indie-influenced music :)

  • @AmberGaiamaFlows
    @AmberGaiamaFlows Před 12 lety +5

    .."could it ever be on Earth as it is in Heaven?"

  • @meremere427
    @meremere427 Před 12 lety +2

    I love the passion behind Kelcey's voice! amazing

  • @aquamarine426
    @aquamarine426 Před 6 lety +1

    This is such an awesome performance. I always have to come back to it!

  • @imundertheCityLights
    @imundertheCityLights Před 11 lety +1

    they always sound so amazing.

  • @shamiquawilson4403
    @shamiquawilson4403 Před 4 lety

    This really feels like REAL “music” 🥺❤️❤️ you don’t hear that too often anymore? My new favorite song!!!

  • @eaglekiller23
    @eaglekiller23 Před 11 lety +3

    love the percussion on this!

  • @mubeenah7883
    @mubeenah7883 Před 5 lety +1

    love local native!

  • @fivesixnineten
    @fivesixnineten Před 12 lety +2

    Of course this is amazing...it is impossible not to fall in love with everything Local Natives does. I wish they had done "World News" for this Tiny Desk Concert, though! It's all about NPR, after all. :)

  • @ramosmary26
    @ramosmary26 Před 8 lety +6

    Can't believe I haven't seen this since 2011... holy shit they sure have come so far 💓

    • @natya3121
      @natya3121 Před 7 lety +1

      MaryJane Ramos it honestly brought a tear to my eye. I feel like a proud mom 😭💕

    • @ramosmary26
      @ramosmary26 Před 7 lety

      ***** same here! :-( let's just wish and hope the best for them, and honestly wish that I can get to see them one day lol missed every opportunity that would come up :/

  • @geezyohh
    @geezyohh Před 11 lety +5

    I was actually waiting for "oooohWOOOOAHH-WOOOOAHHH" thing that usually happens around 8:35. Are these guys phenomenal or what

  • @maddiemacdowell5992
    @maddiemacdowell5992 Před 10 lety

    every one of them plays such a huge role in the harmonies and ah i love it, perfect

  • @SuperBupi
    @SuperBupi Před 8 lety +11

    This is so f**cking relaxing

  • @oscarpetherick1598
    @oscarpetherick1598 Před 11 lety +3

    NPR tiny desk concerts: Infinitely better than BBC live lounges.

  • @sarcasminacan
    @sarcasminacan Před 12 lety

    I like it, and thought I would being that I like pretty much everything that the Tiny Desk Concerts puts on. But why would people click on this, and then decide they should devote energy to telling people they didn't like it? Why? Why? Why... If you don't like it, leave the page.

  • @oldbirdwing9114
    @oldbirdwing9114 Před 8 lety +7

    Hummingbird is such a good album, disputing this one for the best album

    • @morgandaisy9881
      @morgandaisy9881 Před 7 lety +1

      Old Bird Wing my family and I constantly argue about which album is best😂 I loove Sunlit Youth x

  • @OthersOrSomething
    @OthersOrSomething Před 9 lety +23

    they look hella tired. sound good though. I've seen some live performances of theirs where they just aren't on, slightly off with harmonies and what not. but despite how exhausted they look for this performance they're sounding frickin awesome.

  • @gigigooglas4242
    @gigigooglas4242 Před rokem +1

    props to the guy on the right rocking the broccoli top a solid decade before it took off

  • @BlackPrince555666
    @BlackPrince555666 Před 13 lety

    I've seen this video so many times, and I just can't get tired.

  • @TSAwesomeonomy
    @TSAwesomeonomy Před 10 lety +22

    They should've played World News, there's a lyric about NPR in it haha

  • @christinaaaaa
    @christinaaaaa Před 12 lety

    I LOVE THESE TINY DESKS CONCERTS!! every single one i've seen I've absolutely LOVED!!

  • @carrolly2k
    @carrolly2k Před 13 lety +1

    These guys are fantastic. Thanks for showcasing them!

  • @jenniferpatterson4964
    @jenniferpatterson4964 Před 4 lety +5

    These guys make my soul bounce. They’re so deliciously creepy and talented, I get instahappy when I hear their trademark sound.

  • @JbRi08
    @JbRi08 Před 11 lety +1

    Taylor and Kelcey's harmonies always give me chills..

  • @davidcarver8159
    @davidcarver8159 Před 8 lety

    saw these guys at the Disney concert hall in L.A. a few years back and that show was amazing and in a amazing venue.

  • @mipake
    @mipake Před 11 lety +1

    NPR seriously needs to make a "Tiny Desk Concerts" album off of these recordings. I enjoy many of them more than the recorded albums.

  • @MrMblevins
    @MrMblevins Před 12 lety

    I love how LA hipsters try not to smile when the audience applauds! So cool :/ Such great musicians :)

  • @horizontaljames
    @horizontaljames Před 3 lety

    This performance is what turned me on to Local Natives. Still love it

  • @karenepic
    @karenepic Před 10 lety

    Just saw them at ACL. Hands down one of the most sincere, best performances in the festival.

  • @lonelygizzy4534
    @lonelygizzy4534 Před 10 lety +10

    Taylor Rice is perfect

  • @tierneyheisinger2010
    @tierneyheisinger2010 Před 11 lety

    This makes me so happy. I just love them.

  • @anisahidris3471
    @anisahidris3471 Před 11 lety

    I don't know how many times I've watched this video. Just love it

  • @TheMaggiecup
    @TheMaggiecup Před 13 lety

    Beautiful.
    I've watched it 20+ times and still never get bored.
    ANOTHER SESSION PLEASE :)

  • @M0NK3YB4LLB0I
    @M0NK3YB4LLB0I Před 11 lety

    NPR I've listened to so many of your Tiny Desk Concerts is not even fathomable.

  • @simocaster14
    @simocaster14 Před 10 lety +1

    Love it! First thing I heard from them... Going to see them live this Saturday

  • @ravenlittlewing3783
    @ravenlittlewing3783 Před 6 lety

    L.A. Homegrown...Fantastic!!! Thank you soo much for the introduction!! OOXOO

  • @MrKyledaboss
    @MrKyledaboss Před 12 lety

    How could anyone dislike this??! This is pure talent!

  • @dianed4190
    @dianed4190 Před 2 lety +1

    Their harmonies are amazing. (On par with Civil Wars harmonies for me. Can't get enough of either!)

  •  Před 4 lety

    They were such babies!

  • @natelogston
    @natelogston Před 13 lety +1

    such an awesome performance. a whole new appreciation after seeing this.

  • @AdamCicchillitti
    @AdamCicchillitti Před 10 lety

    Definitely one of my new favourite bands. Awesome sound.

  • @TalksToWalls98
    @TalksToWalls98 Před 11 lety

    Beautiful , harmonies were spot on, excellent band

  • @YOOUZheartKRISSY
    @YOOUZheartKRISSY Před 12 lety

    This is the video that introduced me to Local Natives. I'm exceedingly glad that I clicked this when it showed up on the sidebar. Literally life changing

  • @SOLIDSPINMUSIC
    @SOLIDSPINMUSIC Před 10 lety

    forever and a day, always! so good!

  • @LydonLovesButter
    @LydonLovesButter Před 12 lety

    Those harmonies are unworldly.

  • @LeikaMochan
    @LeikaMochan Před 12 lety

    this is the best version of the song.. directo al corazón!! gracias!!