Broken Bells - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)
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- KEXP.ORG presents Broken Bells performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded August 12, 2014.
Songs:
After The Disco
The High Road
Holding On For Life
The Angel And The Fool
Host: Cheryl Waters
Audio Engineer: Julian Martlew
Audio Mixer: Kennie Takahashi
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Shelly Corbett & Jenna Pool
Video Editor: Jim Beckmann
photo thumbnail by Dave Lichterman
kexp.org
www.brokenbells.com - Hudba
How has nobody mentioned the fact that James Mercer's vocal performance is flawless?
+Andrew Theis -Just perfect vocals, everything.
i feel like he's so much better in Broken bells because the guitar parts he plays are more relaxed, where as i feel like in some shin performances it takes away from his vocals because he's doing both
James Mercer is sure doing an insane job but the backing vocals are doing just as good in my opinion, it emphasyze James' talent just right and make the vocals part just perfect..
Sie Gurd Indeed!
He's a modern day Paul Mcartney... sorry can't spell it right
Broken Bells = true definition of Underappreciated.
Because apparently that's just how he rolls
All of the bands I listen to are underappreciated. Silverchair, Floater, hed pe.....I did these guys. Just found them ☺️
Their songs are something unique. One of the kid
totally
I just recently heard the song Good Luck, and was blown away. Had to save that song and here I am. What a killer band!
9 years later.. still a f**king incredible performance. Dan Elkan, Jon Sortland, James Mercer and Brian Burton you dudes are awesomely talented.
0:18 After the Disco
3:52 The High Road
7:59 Holding on for Life
11:17 The Angel and the Fool
7:59 = perfection.
They switched instruments...because they can. So envious of that kind of talent.
Haha my band used to do that. Just not to this proficiency… or close.
I couldn't believe my eyes at first. I was like, What?! These guys are awesome 🙂
holy fuck his voice live is amazing
I’m convinced KEXP is the best radio station on the planet.
Anyone else stoked for the new music???
It's not fair. Mercer has the great voice, the guitar skills... and even his whistle game is on point!
Broken Bells is my best music discovery in the past 5 years or so. Enough said.
Jane Doe - I enjoy them quite a lot...have you checked out Purity Ring? Stupid name, amazing music.
I can take it one more step, found Broken Bells and God is an Astronaut both yesterday on Radio Paradise, I call that a very good day.
I like James Mercedes’ acoustic stuff alot
Mercer
4 years later…. It still is
Just a joy to hear James go high. It seems like he saves his high notes for big moments.
Every single song was perfect. I've listened to this so many times.
Love how we can just play paper, rock, scissors at each song change to see who gets to play drums, bass and keyboards.
Alright, only now I found out that James Mercer is the same guy from The Shins... Now I love it much more. THank you KEXP!
After years loving The Shins, I just now found out James is in this band! Immediately searched and found this as my intro - and not disappointed!
They are so good. How are they not a household name? Their music moves me.
They're even better live, holy shit!
Probably my favorite rendition of After the Disco
PES 16 soundtrack :)
James Mercer's falsetto is amazing. Flawless perfection.
Absolutely agree. I remember the first time I heard The Shins while watching Garden State; and just loved it. As.themovie was over I IMMEDIATELY Googled the sound track because I just had to know more about the band.
One of the best pop bands to come out of the last 10 years
nicely done, mr. spacey.
How come I’ve just discovered this band? Flawless music
wow, I think they sound even better live than on the album. This less "produced" sound is really good (the album is good too, but IMO it's better in this "live" sound situation. Not even a need for overdubbing of anything, it just sounds fantastic).
You're so right!
Agreed, but I didn't think the mix on the album was very good. May be why it sounds better live.
They're so musically proficient this comment makes total sense.
@@kindking8009 Also take into account that KEXP is notorious for their unbelievably good audio engineers
fucking love that whistling solo in Angel And The Fool.
Osian Jones Melting.
One of the best shows I’ve ever seen about 8 years ago.
The vocals were so perfect, swore it was recorded, but obviously it wasn’t.
Hope he tours again.
The two other guys were great! Even the host was great. Talent city.
this is pretty awesome. They sound way better live than I would have expected. Wish this set was a bit longer though
For some reason I can't get into The Shins, nor has Gnarls Barkley (other than Crazy) ever done it for me.....but Broken Bells is fan-bloody-tastic, a perfect melding of James' and Brian's talents. I love both their albums, and hope for many more.
bellerophon30 I agree. Haven't been able to get into the Shins, so far. I do like Gnarls Barkley, but Broken Bells is on a completely different plane, as far as I'm concerned. Absolutely love this band.
jsramsey26 Man, I love all three, but wincing the night away is a classic album, IMO.
Boo Radley To be fair, I probably haven't given the Shins enough of a chance. I'll keep listening.
+bellerophon30 really eh? Shins got a pretty big selection, throw on wincing the night away, and drift off to sleep tonight. its fairly diverse, I wasn't big on them till I listened to that album through.
That's because this producer is a freaking Genius. He makes every song unique and tight.
One of my favorites. Been coming back to listen for years now. Love the band but this particular performance is perfect.
This is pretty amazing. Brian Burton is a genius and he adds a lot of enhancement to the recordings in studio. It's really impressive that they can recreate their sound live. Their songs are well written and they are both major talents. What a band.
you ever heard of Muse?
James Mercer and Andrew Bird should do an album together of just them whistling songs.
i was just thinking there should be a benefit concert of great whistlers where they all engage in whistle-offs, so there would be james mercer and andrew bird and nick urata from devotchka all whistling furiously at each other
YESYESYES
Love both!
oh my god yes, youtube recommended both these guys to me, they're on fire right now!
Omg yesssss
Danger mouse is a badass and James Mercer is a god
Aeoster Wonder if Drew Burkek is an alias for James Mercer- wouldn't be out of character:)
I need broken bells Number 3. they are the single best music project. Brian and james music personalities are amazing on their own, but they go so well together, the sinergy powerful .
I recently discovered this band and can't stop listening to their music. Hopefully there will be more music in the future...
This is amazing. James Mercer's voice live is wonderful~
Jon sortland on drums kills anything he plays/ touches. I'm so happy he made it. He's a true musician and James is one of the coolest guys I've met. Great band, good people
Been listening to this band since the album first came out. Even so, somehow the lyrics seem more appropriate now than ever before. Truly wonderful.🙏🏻
Why hasn't this just BLOWN UP yet??? Love this!!
amazing sound quality. i'm pleasantly surprised.
+chaosinorderrr Typical for KEXP
+Pancho308 Indeed =)
Omg i hit my screen thinkin that was really a fly 😂🤣
Hands down the best Indy band ever. I always get goosebumps listening to them.
Get a grip on yourself.
profd65 4 years later and I still haven’t got a grip on myself 🥲
@@imalright2837 lol
This has medicinal value. It's a live performance and you know you sing along cause it's true what he says.
Today I heard the new album Into the Blue. Today I became obsessed with this band. Just perfect, so creative
Can't stop listening
unreal. how does this music NOT make millions? And that which does is rubbish.?
I wonder the same thing but I'm glad that the commoners are content with their garbage.
mark packham I realize your comment is a year old but I couldn't agree more. Pop music today really sucks
You know what they say about the eye of the needle.😄
mark packham totally agree with u 👍🏼
mark packham Hey guys, at least we have this great taste in music!
the songwriting of James Mercer with the talent of all these musicians is astounding, what an incredible group. Gorillaz level of wow-factor talent and incredible songs
That man can sing
They can all sing!! Pretty sure they have 3 tenors in this band. I think Danger Mouse is in the lower register.
Broken Bells is amazing! Keep coming back to this performance, it is great. Might even prefer it to the album.
Terriblemente Bueno!!!
Damn, can it get any more perfect than this set? Perfect vocals ,lead and backing. Kick my ass!!
James Mercer is one talented SOB.
I admire Broken Bells more & more each time I listen to them. This is a beautiful performance. So unpretentious & economical, and yet masterful with fully formed beautiful songs played & sung perfectly.
Shout out to the lady interviewing them, top notch.
I always liked the High Road when it came out and last night I hear Holding on for Life...these guys are good !
2018, still great
only the best band that was and ever will exist
If a video of Broken Bells live is as good as this... then I don't even know how I'm going to prepare myself for how amazing they must be ACTUALLY live. October 24 and 25th can't get here fast enough--Los Angeles, get ready!
How was the shows?
Two of my favorite musical artists. I saw them live in Tucson and it was incredible and so was this video. Thank you KEXP!
this is so good , they are unique together
Amo esta banda.
this is the best thing ive seen in my entire life
This was beautiful. Thanks for sharing it :)
They’re amazing! Incredible performance.
Thinking all bands should have an accompanying acoustic album alongside their main..Holding on for life sounded awesome.
Odd silence after the first song, like waiting for the audience applause that never came! Really like these guys, just such a cool vibe with their songs and so many really, really good ones.
and he whistles like a freakin' angel!
love this live, great versions
all these guys are sooooooo talented. insane.
Man, I love these versions!
so good
So much in love with this band
Such Humble Artists.
i listen to this song... and somehow... you're on my mind... again.. ... like it was yesterday... like time didn't pass at all... music is my time machine to you,... now, that you're gone.... months away....
I am listening with my daugther and in my deep I am leading to hear this great band.Underated by the way
this sounds so close to heart
omg i so luvs u guys, soooo happy to be listening to this rn, just makes me wanna find peeps to jam with again. Definition of inspiring - job done! YEW
An amazing band and album. The best I’ve heard since the release.
Excellent whistling
Wow!! Fresh, Clean, Solid, Love the Harmonies..Dig it..Looks like I found a new favorite for the playlist..
I love this band
My favourite KEXP performance. I've been going through many of them during 2020.
such a great band
Like the best live performance I've ever seen.
I really like broken bells, I even got a tattoo that has art from their record
I'm from Brazil
masterpiece! thanks for this
Great song writing! I love every song! Please keep making music together, you're awesome!
An amazing performance!
Very underrated. LOVE THEM!
When the singers still sound great when theyre ACTUALLY LIVE. Amazing stuff guys! I cant stand modern pop lipsync trash, youre a breath of freah air
This band is so versatile. Lush spacey production on the albums, then tight minimal performance here. Really speaks to the musicianship of James and DM
1 word UNDERRATED!!! Also they are an excellent groovy band to sing or jam to, as well as Skateboard, surf snowboard too etc. These guys have are vibes and I hope this live set is available on any streaming platform!
Lovely to see Brian relax during the interview.
They are one a my favorite bands!!
I love so much this band!
Fantastic band, few people understand how powerful these songs are but I'll give them time...
You know why he looks so serious? The continuous Kevin Spacey joke that nobody will let die... you have killed him softly...
First time hearing this band. Blew me away.
Watching it through again….absolutely insane
one of the best albums of the year!
Great session, had no idea they were so good live, I love these guise. The High Road sounds a little jaded, but Holding on for Life, absolutely effin' nailed.
Outstanding, simply outstanding...😎😎😎😎
SO good!
My favorite band ever!