Oh I love this band. The singer gives it his all in every performance.

@paramost

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, his dancing is just legendary

@adriannetatta4791

3 жыл бұрын

YES!!!

@MrSterlingjw

3 жыл бұрын

You can tell he feels it in his bones

@Beastw1ck

3 жыл бұрын

You ever see him on Letterman in 2014? It’s on KZread and it’s legendary.

@jdmstyleh22a

3 жыл бұрын

Samual T herring has a god dam good voice

Sam Herring performing with the same intensity for an empty room as he would for a full crowd.

@jaymedykes2394

3 жыл бұрын

The only way to do it. Love your words.

@brigittekrause3944

3 жыл бұрын

exactly what I thought, can only applaud him for that

@sarahquinlan4730

3 жыл бұрын

I wish I was in that room!

@PPPolarPOP

3 жыл бұрын

That's why he's the king, baybeee!

@radujiga9079

2 жыл бұрын

actually, that's the thing: he's not "performing", he just lives his music... he lives what he plays...

I feel like I just saw a new color.

@letsgrow6934

3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful way to describe this feeling. Thank you for sharing this poetic thought with us !

@kevinmorton5149

3 жыл бұрын

What an immense quotation..consider it stolen to impress in the future as my own..thank you.

@Nothing-qq4hd

3 жыл бұрын

Love is a color with no defining tone ❤

@monkmcmonk440

3 жыл бұрын

And it's bright

@JasonSmith-cz8yj

3 жыл бұрын

Ooooh good one. I love that

The most unassuming yet legendary frontman! So much passion and artistry.

@ricclifton3910

3 жыл бұрын

if you really want to be surprised by him, see his work under the stage name Hemlock Ernst.

@fireyflower6643

3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@di3g0nat0r

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the lyrics for me

@unloveableandre

3 жыл бұрын

Delightful band to see live

balance is such a beautiful song. "but trust me as a friend, that i'll do all that i can do... and i'd do anything for you because i want to see you through" sometimes i'll sing that to myself during my most difficult moments. ya gotta be an encouraging friend to YOURSELF sometimes. i'm so glad they ended the set with that record.

@letsgrow6934

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that ! You are so right, and it is always a great remember. You are your own best friend, and the only person you’ll spend your whole life with. We shall learn to have our own backs and work on our own friendship, not only external friendships !

@jellemier2160

3 жыл бұрын

Hands down one of my favorite songs.

@jonlau7937

3 жыл бұрын

so nostalgic, i first heard balance 10 years ago on songza, back before google bought them out! synthpop indie music was booming at that time and this song had just the right positive message when you listened to it.

@renan8699

3 жыл бұрын

This comment has matched my mood today since I'm being my own best friend, but I'll try to think about that in my worst days, sure it'll be challenging...

@Chrystal609

3 жыл бұрын

We should always be our own best friend but it takes some of us the longest time to figure that out. Beautiful song

Some people want to watch the world burn, I just want to watch Sam dance.

@Rainjordan

3 жыл бұрын

best comment!

@TheGogogadget123

3 жыл бұрын

Some want to watch the world be more beautiful with the harmonies of Future Islands.

@elanyacoleman9862

Жыл бұрын

Me too 😌❤️

Hit the coast is one of the most underrated songs of 2020

@cyrilgerald5520

3 жыл бұрын

Best song on the album

@ericlepine6894

2 жыл бұрын

i totally agree. Ive been listening to this song all day long...everyday

@charlesyates4230

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericlepine6894 Aw Rye.....

future islands are transcendental, painful, beautiful, anarchic, joyous, sunshiney all at the same time xx

If you ever have the chance to see them live, I implore you to go. the passion that sam brings and gives is absolutely unreal. You will not regret it.

Sam looking more and more like Iniesta every time I see him 😂❤️❤️❤️

@OfficialMyxomatosis

3 жыл бұрын

I see that now (edit after looking him up, sorry I do not watch much football anymore), - I saw Morrissey. It's been so long since I have seen him, maybe he has lost his glorious coiffure?

@joecartermusic_

3 жыл бұрын

@@OfficialMyxomatosis yes! I see Morrissey as well. Which of him and Sam sings with more feeling in your opinion?

@OfficialMyxomatosis

3 жыл бұрын

@@joecartermusic_ ooh.. Morrissey.. I watched The Smiths R&R HOF performance and his gravity hits you like a wet blanket and takes you with him. Maybe this old punk is biased. Sam, even dances a bit like Morrissey. That's what got me. Edit: Wow! Thanks for the ask!

@hullaballoo11

3 жыл бұрын

I see that......my initial thoughts were a young Marlon Brando

@OfficialMyxomatosis

3 жыл бұрын

@@hullaballoo11 I love your comment. Came back this morning to watch/listen. *You are so correct!* Brando all the way!!

I saw this band by accident on Stephen Colbert. I'm so very happy I didn't turn it off and go to bed. I am now officially obsessed. I don't think there is a way to pinpoint what their magic is, nor should I try to do so. Their music, the amazing vocals all stir something inside that I may have forgotten about.

@lexstacks6944

Жыл бұрын

I quickly change the channel if I see Stephen Colbert lol..

@samuelclemens8361

Жыл бұрын

Same here. The Colbert performance was my first introduction and it set off a chain-reaction. The crazy thing is that I live in the same city that the are now from, Baltimore, and I've never heard of then until Colbert. Better late than never I suppose. There are still countless of music fans who have no idea about this beautiful "secret" called Future Islands

@lexstacks6944

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn't admit to watching colbert aka leftwing propaganda lol..

@samuelclemens8361

Жыл бұрын

@@lexstacks6944 There is always some loser that can't help but to make everything political. Today that loser is you.

@elanyacoleman9862

Жыл бұрын

Me too!

After having listened to them for a few years during a very intense time of my life full of changes, challenges, etc, I finally had the privilege of seeing them live and I must admit it was extremely hard to hold my tears.( I wanted to hold them because I knew if I started it would be difficult to stop.) Their music helped me get through some tough times, it always feels like a hug from a good friend. *Long live Future Islands*

@xcrnrkyle

11 ай бұрын

Saw them a few weeks ago - didn't dare hold it back for Light House.

I really love Future Islands. I can listen to them forever.

@elanyacoleman9862

Жыл бұрын

Me too ❤️😌

Sam has the soul of an 80s/90s new wave rocker. This band and his antics connect! 😎

I had heard a few of their songs and thought they were pretty decent, and then on a whim went to see them live and was absolutely blown away. Incredible artist.

@unloveableandre

3 жыл бұрын

same here... saw them opening for Morrissey in 2015, red Rock, in Colorado, first row... amazing guys

@priscillavalle5365

2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@priscillavalle5365

2 жыл бұрын

It was in Sydney

0:00 - *Hit the Coast* (3:52) 4:32 - *The Painter* (9:13) 9:46 - *Thrill* (14:04) 14:25 - *Balance* [18:18 - Tiny Desk team]

@owlislike

3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU.

@aryanshekarchi

9 ай бұрын

Thanks to be in a right place always

As a child of the 80s, I hear my beloved, dreamlike, new wave music I would listen to for hours, come alive with this band. The raw emotion and just pure talent of this band blows me away :)))). Thank you

One of my favorite bands. Sam Herring voice is so unique and just captivating. I could listen to him all day.

His voice is incredible. Happy to see them on tiny desk

I'll take all of that ya got!!!! 🤩😍🤩😍

@ghost__chips

3 жыл бұрын

found Letterman's account

@shamancolin

3 жыл бұрын

Reference to Letterman's comment when the played that set several years ago?

@Fluffyrocks

3 жыл бұрын

The passion this band has is second to none. Dont stop creating you amazing people.

@micahclawrence

3 жыл бұрын

Oh buddy!

Gerritt Wilmers is such a great unconventional Keyboardist. Love his work.

This is the most epic Dad band ever created.

@deweygoeshard5617

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@alfonsoestrada5145

3 жыл бұрын

Real facts

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

subjective nonsense....

@diegoflores4140

3 жыл бұрын

am a dad, can confirm

@DonJoeBob

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. Didn't want it to sound negative cause it's not. They're just not the rock star types and relatable guys. Dads. Also as a middle aged Dad, I really love what they're doing. Their music makes me want to cry happy tears and that's a good thing.

My musical tastes run the gamut from metal to blues to country..I have NEVER heard a band or sound quite like this. It's soothing and mesmerizing. You cannot look away from Sam's heartfelt performance.. adding the bass hook and dreamy synths...wow.

I love the brutal combination of soft sounds and the sharp edges of the drums and Sam's voice

When the drummer wears a Tribe Called Quest - Low End Theory t-shirt, I stop what I'm doing and listen.

I heard a song by them today just randomly...this band is F_cking amazing. I almost think they sound better live then on the recording.

i'm so thankful for their music, especially atm. i went through terrible times over the last months but i'm working through it with my last bits of optimism that i still have - even though it was so hard. and that's why i love their songs so much: they're comforting and optimistic but also carry a lot of honest pain and thought. sending good vibes to everyone, thanks for existing! :)

@rajo741

3 жыл бұрын

You sharing the difficulties does have a helpful influence on others. It allows us to feel that we’re not the only one adrift or hurt or confused.

The reverb in that old dance hall makes me shiver. So right for the vibe of this band.

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

"shiver" really?....

@Matsbh89

3 жыл бұрын

@@RobertSlover Haha! Yes indeed Sir! Also known as a good old chill.

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

@@Matsbh89 no.

Future islands music will be with me till the day I die.

Such a nostalgic and majestic feeling that this music brings, thank you NPR for uploading this:)

Sam’s emotions are so clearly woven into their songs and transferred to the listener. I just love how it gives me a visceral reaction.

These guys are still killing it after all these years!! I have been binging them on spotify all covid-long. . .They are all business!

I did security for FYF festival about nine years back , was hearing future islands play in the back , I didnt pay much attention at the time but their chords and Sam's haunting voice stuck in me for years .. until I had some experiences which lead me to go back and find out who was that band playing at that time years later .. by far my favorite band ever

@gorby3274

3 жыл бұрын

I was there too. Beautiful day.

*always going to admire Future Islands for sharing the craft they love so much with us. thank you so much NPR Tiny Desk for having them.*

Someone described Future Island as Joe Cocker with New Order ... and I think it is beautiful

@cronker86

3 жыл бұрын

More like Gowan, Joe Cocker, and IAN CURTIS of Joy Division.

@colindabill9083

3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic band with their own blend ☕️

@Dunkaroos248

3 жыл бұрын

I hear a lot of Peter Murphy in his voice

The Full-body footwork at the beginning of Balance is remarkable.

I can’t actually describe what future islands make me feel, Sam is insanely smart with his words and to top it off he’s so wholesome

Hit the Coast has to be one of my favourite songs. Love the passion he has no matter where they play.

Thank you to everyone for the Monday morning gift of great music!

I found Balance recently on Spotify. It was on my Discover Weekly and snuck onto my liked playlist based off of sound alone. After binging it along with a few other songs for a week, I finally started to hear the lyrics. It’s like they wanted me to just enjoy the music first and then they decided to reveal the lyrics and deeper meaning of the song. Incredible and unique sound that makes you feel in the room with them and then Sam is just a friend talking to you and relating to you about what you’re going through in life. Absolutely immaculate band.

@maritzatorres5118

10 ай бұрын

same thing ❤

@paulettemichigan8975

12 күн бұрын

My experience, too

I found this band sometime around 2015-2016. First seen "seasons" performed on David Letterman show, and I was hooked..

@johnbutler7567

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like me tonight

You just know that Sam feels every single word he's singing. It's just so obvious.

Music as it should be each song telling a story full of meaning emotion and passion simply the best band I've ever seen in my 50 years thank you Sam I feel blessed to have found you in 2016

My cardio workout is to watch Sam dancing.

The best & most honest band alive right now sam is a phenomenally talented writer.

They're like 4 men who met at school in Drama class, went their separate ways, got back together, and formed a band.

@TreeWhisper

Жыл бұрын

That's Lowkey the history of the band lol

I went to their concert yesterday in Philadelphia and all i can say is that I'm AMAZED. His performance is out of this world. Incredible energy and vibes. Needs more attention!!!!

I've never heard a voice like that before. It's a privilege to experience something new and special.

Get the same feeling with this band I did with Eddie and Pearl Jam back in the 90s. One of the best bands out there right now.

@rajo741

3 жыл бұрын

An absolutely spot on comparison 👍

@cjjdnc

2 жыл бұрын

Want to hear Ed and Sam on a track together!

Best dancer on this planet!❤️👍👍

Long time Future Islands fan, one of my favorite bands. They get me every time

When I look at Sam, I can't decide if I want to hear him sing, or provide me with sound financial advice.

First thing's first, if you're reading this comment go watch Sam Herring's (lead singer) interview of "What's in Your Bag" with Amoeba Records. There's one for the band and one for him individually. I don't think most people would guess how much of a hip hop head he is, and I'm sure it has an influence on his work, lyrically and instrumentally. Now, I've been listening to this band on and off for the last ten years, since In Evening Air. Their music has helped me through many tough times. My only regret is not being able to see them live. I've purchased tickets 3 times, last time was probably 5 or 6 years ago. Unfortunately something always prevented me from listening to them live, be it car trouble or personal events. Nevertheless I hope when covid has waned I might see them, hopefully in a more intimate setting (though perhaps I've missed my chance to see them in a small venue). When I saw them on Letterman I was both elated and a bit melancholic. I saw them making it, but knew I would probably never get the chance to see them in a dive venue ever again. Regardless, I'm glad these guys are still here, ending the set with balance, something we all need these days.

@beeryan2

3 жыл бұрын

Hope your well bud, I hear you

@mesastreatexit

3 жыл бұрын

have you heard Sam's rap album? Hemlock Ernst & Kenny Segal

@br0k3nman

3 жыл бұрын

@@mesastreatexit dude, thanks for this. DAF

@grinchums

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry you missed them live. It's still the best performance iv ever had the pleasure witnessing

@brianwohlleben3182

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm. That explains the tribe called quest shirt the drummer is wearing.

YESSSSSSS!!!!! This band, that voice, those MOVES! Ugh 🤦🏻‍♀️ I can’t take it! Absolutely mesmerizing!

My life is complete now.

i hope that one day i can dimension hop like Sam Herring

@monikca00

3 жыл бұрын

Haha, for reals.

This dude is just AWESOME, he makes me chuckle, almost cry, laugh and everything, I praise him so much for that!!

So good. Their music is like a warm hug.

@letsgrow6934

3 жыл бұрын

This is so accurate ! Thank you for saying that, I feel the hug now 😌

The band, the lyrics, the voice and the moves. Could listen all day!!

Thrill makes me want to change my life

I’m going to call this “Dadwave”. I like it.

@robinschwabegger9569

3 жыл бұрын

I would say it falls under the Sad Dad Rock genre.

@vandrews

3 жыл бұрын

There's still hope for us middle-aged dads -- represent! 😜

@chadwickwright2833

3 жыл бұрын

Dumb

@zeropainmedia

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@ChiKoVolcOM

3 жыл бұрын

🤣

I love this band because its just so original, and the singer is so impassioned

This kind of reverb and synths sound remainds me my young years...So cool, so nostalgic!

@RobertSlover

3 жыл бұрын

there is only now.

What a band, discovered them in late 2020 after reading their latest album review. Can't wait to see them live when they start touring again..Loved the insight Samuel shared about what each song was about on the tiny desk concert.

Watching him dance is like watching a beautiful Peacock do a mating dance with its majestic colorful tail in the cool summer breeze.

Hello to my 2020 self - it’s me, you from 2022, just letting know you can clean around the wound, but if you want it to heal, it just takes time. What a beautiful performance from a band that makes me see my own life in such a different way through its music.

Future Islands forever 💜💜💜 Every album, every performance, every word and song....every single time. Love you guys since day one 💜

I just saw them once in my life live in Offenbach, Hafen 2, Germany many years ago (2014?) and will never forget this concert again. The band's and frontman's energy and power is just contagious. Really looking forward to seeing Future Island in Frankfurt/Germany next year!

I love their “wall of sound” and “rolling groove” song settings - both retro and relevant! As always, outstanding production, NPR!

I wanna dance like him when I grow up.

NPR and Future Islands is a match made in heaven!

I love Future Islands, Sam you´re amazing!!!

just recently discovered this band and know I'm hooked.

God I love Future Islands so much. “Thrill” has become one of, if not my favorite song of all-time. I listen to it at least 10 times a day. Their entire album was amazing. All of them are...

@stevenkay4104

2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered this song and this band on a whim after hearing Matt from The National mention it in a concert I was viewing. I'd never heard of them... so glad I changed that!

So far this year has given me a lot ... Corona, stress, self-doubt. And it gave me Future Islands. I am very thankful for that. Every year I get to know and appreciate many, many new bands. But a band hadn't affected me so strongly in many years.

Big fan from Brazil! Thanks NPR and Future Island!

I’m going to see them end of this month in Dublin - I cannot wait! They kept me going during lockdowns in Ireland 🇮🇪 Sams voice is like nothing else. When I hear the opening bars of ‘Hit the coast’ I know it will send chills down my spine. The sound is just one ☝️ in a million!! 😁

@adrianpollard1804

2 жыл бұрын

Saw them last night in Belfast. Man you're in for a treat!

I needed this today. Thanks Sam and the rest of the band.

Just watched them on Jools Holland by chance now watching all I can WOW, so authentic, passionate, expression. His stage presence at home or on stage is inspiring

I randomly stumbled into this band when I was in Texas, attending a Modest Mouse show. They were better than Modest Mouse. And now I like them more. These guys are great. Pure emotion. Love em!

@peterdancer9537

4 ай бұрын

I was at that show too!

i would question this being a home concert, but this probably just what sam herring's house looks like

I've been looking for a band with something to say, and here it is. Thank you, Future Islands.

I remember seeing this band perform a free town-sponsored show on the top level of a downtown Chapel Hill, NC parking deck - several years ago. A small but energetic crowd! I made friends with everyone there!

@ToothTooth76

3 жыл бұрын

The first time I ever saw this band was at the first year of the Hopscotch Festival in Raleigh, NC. It was like watching lightning create fire.

I ve seen this band live in Berlin, best you you get.......so much energy, so good spirit, so fantastic

@gallinho7268

3 жыл бұрын

So did I! Absolutely amazing

I saw the band in wythenshawe manchester supporting Noel Gallagher on the last weekend of august 23. They were only on for about 15 minutes as an electrical storm forced them off stage ( it was an outdoor show ) the uk “ summer weather “ being what it is ,they didn’t come back as the show was delayed for over half an hour until it was deemed safe to continue. I saw enough in those 15 minutes to convince what a great band they are and what a superb frontman Sam is . I have played a lot of their stuff in the time since and never failed to be impressed, look forward to possibly seeing him live again ( indoors this time )somewhere sometime soon .

I can never listen to enough Future Islands. I genuinely hope when concerts resume they do a tour. I have been waiting years to see them live again. ❤️✌️

Hearing "For Sure" for this concert would have been amazing ❤️❤️

@trulyholistic3797

3 жыл бұрын

Look up For Sure Ellen show and you will notice it’s same setting as this hall.

Almost every song of Future Islands has the power to move, but there's just something in The Painter that hits me like a tonne of I don't know what. Unbelievable.

My love for this band just grows every year. I think this last release is their best, can't get enough!

Never seen anyone connect with a crowd like Sam. Immense.

cant wait to see these guys live post covid

@pavement422

3 жыл бұрын

Me too 👍

Thanks for this! We need such wonderful things. I remember the first time I saw you in a small cinema in Slovenia some 10 years ago and Samuel made an eye contact with each of us at least 5 times during the gig. Such a great performer.

An unexpectedly great end to a Monday. Many thanks to everyone who made this happen.

Ending this incredible set with one of THE BEST songs! Thank you guys!!

Top 10 Best Frontmans on 2021. Then Great band, excellent sound, amazing illumination! Complete musical pleasure!

The dancing caught my eye about a year ago and NOW I really really love the music !!

Minute 14:50 is probably my favorite part and song, and it is SPOT ON with how I dance every New Years Eve before midnight with my friends. The dancing is part of the magic of this band. (I'm buying that song "Balance" and adding it to my "Upbeat/dance" mix.) *Thinking out loud on youtube*

Thrill is one of these songs that creep through your ears into your brain and makes itself comfortable for the unforeseeable future.

One of the most unique voices and sounds the past years, loved them ever since I discovered them.

Hands down one of my favorite bands to watch perform.