Johnnyswim: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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Once you're able to see this three-song set by the band Johnnyswim, NPR Music will have published exactly 350 Tiny Desk Concerts - so we've developed a pretty good sense of when a set will stick in our memories for a while. We intuited, for example, that Adele was about to become a dominant force shortly after she breezed into our offices. (Okay, that didn't exactly require psychic powers, but still.) In the case of Johnnyswim, the prevailing sense boiled down to, "Boy, we haven't heard the last of them."
Impossibly telegenic and charming, husband and wife Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano - who formed their band in Nashville before relocating to L.A. - have the booming voices of great street buskers, but also the polished sparkle of natural-born stage performers. Sudano is the daughter of the late Donna Summer, with whom she used to sing backup, but Johnnyswim's story isn't one of nepotism or overnight success; the two have been at this together for nearly a decade, and they've got the grandiose impeccability to prove it.
In this set, the lovely ballad "Falling for Me" is bookended by songs that could be airdropped onto half the shows on television; if you're hearing them here for the first time, don't be surprised if it's your first exposure of many. Johnnyswim opens this session with "Home" - a sweet rouser that could easily follow in the footsteps of other recent hits with that title - and closes it with a full-band reading of what promises to be its signature song, the title track from the new Diamonds. As Sudano notes here, the song has morphed into "an anthem to ourselves to keep ourselves encouraged." For Johnnyswim, such pep talks won't likely be necessary for long. --STEPHEN THOMPSON
Set List
"Home"
"Falling For Me"
"Diamonds"
Credits
Producers: Bob Boilen, Denise DeBelius; Audio Engineer: Kevin Wait; Videographers: Denise DeBelius, Faith Masi, Olivia Merrion; photo by Jim Tuttle/NPR
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Donna Summer's daughter's voice is velvet and so is her husbands. I love Jonnyswim.
The way they look each other is relationships goals.
Donna Summer would be so proud of Amanda, amazing voice, just like her mom's. I'm Loving this singing duo.❤️❤️❤️
6 years later, in 2020. they're still awesome but they deserve more attention!
They don't only sing their songs. They express their feeling to audience and I can feel it all 150% What a great great couple!!!!
How have I not seen this? I love Johnnyswim and Tiny Desk. You're failing me KZread Algorithm
@Toni9Jean
3 жыл бұрын
They're so young in this one! Pre-kids A+A are soo cute.
@SoapPolice
3 жыл бұрын
well I just commented the same thing on a discord server so
@daneetheblkwidow9129
2 жыл бұрын
Same
@theongraham3394
2 жыл бұрын
I KNOW RIGHTTTTTTTT?????????
Abner is just an animal vocally and their performance chemistry is lovely. For the interested, the Live At Daryl's House of Annie is sublime.
@joannem8405
Жыл бұрын
Daryl's House also best version of Diamonds.
Awn this is so cute how it ends and she says I want to have a kid with this guy one day. Now look at them! ✨
7 Yearrrrrrrs!!!!!! Man Time Flies.
The love between these two is so amazing. Can't get a stage presence like that from everyone.
@Eiki7
8 жыл бұрын
+Priscilla Chuong if you like them, check out "The Civil Wars"
Just found them yesterday, then discovered they are playing in KC Friday. Can’t wait to see them live. Feeling blessed! Their amazing harmonies remind me of Lone Bellow. They sing with every ounce they have with no fear. Love it.
Ughhh their music is so light and airy and refreshing and lovely.
I don't know if this music they're making is country, folk, or a combo with soul. All I know is whatever they're doing here is so full of passion and heart. It's greatly appreciated and I'm NOT one who listens to country or folk music on a regular basis. I was told by a co-worker to check out Donna Summer's daughter and husband duo since he knew I am a big fan of Donna Summer. Fantastic job Johnnyswim, keep doing what you're doing!!! :)
@ABLynWilson
5 жыл бұрын
Their music. I still don't know what their style is but I can feel the spirit. Some songs has the spirit of gospel
@ta5393
2 жыл бұрын
@@ABLynWilson Yes! I feel those vibes from their music too. I love their music!😊
There is a genuine passion here that is rare in performances these days. You can tell that these words have meaning to them and even more so there is a deep connection between the two of them and to just being happy making music. This makes me want to go do something and not sit at my desk!
@aaronax726
7 жыл бұрын
DKSouthpaw dude yes was literally thinking this then scrolled down and saw your comment
@67stardust
2 жыл бұрын
DANCE!!
I looked up because I'm a big Donna Summer fan and this woman is her youngest daughter Amanda and this is her husband Abner. I became a big fan after listening to this just once. Now This is the four time I've seen this video. I'm a big JOHNNYSWIM FAN.
Wow, just heard this for the very first time today... 7 years on... Outstanding! I truly believe music finds YOU, not the other way around.... I really needed to hear 'Diamonds' as this relates to my life situation right now.... If I'd have heard it 7 years prior, I'd have liked it, sure... but it wouldn't have had the impact on me then, as it did today... I'll may just become that diamond, rising up out of the dust..... I got this!! Cheers Johnnyswim! Now to go dig deeper into this band and discover new tunes... 🙂
Thank you NPR for introducing me to The Lone Bellow and now these guys, such amazing music.
@chasethesun22
10 жыл бұрын
Same! Love it :)
It's rare to see such chemistry, and I love that NPR brought this and another example in The Civil Wars(RIP) to us.
These guys are an amazing Duo, beautiful couple and so so talented.... Johnnyswim deserve way more exposure!
I don't know if Johnny can swim but he surely can sing, and I'm almost sure that Amanda taught him to smile.
@ololade101
2 жыл бұрын
that was funny 😅
Their connection is awesome, so in sync with one another. You can see it in their eyes, body language and in their songs..Love Them!!!
These two! They are so inspiring to watch and listen to. More people need to pay attention to them. This is the real music from the heart and soul. I listen to Diamonds every day. It's opens up channels I didn't even know existed. Love lives!
Love it, I can't understand how Home isn't everywhere at the moment. One of my favorite songs
Yessssss! One of my most favorite tiny desk concerts! They sound exactly like this live...so much talent in these two 😍
I've love them forever ....@johnnyswim you are loved 🙏✌💜
They make the kind of music that is played in Heaven
Absolutely amazing! Had me hooked from the first few notes, fantastic melody, fantastic harmonies, great lyrics. Really blew me away!
Jealous when I saw Tiny Desk filmed these guys! I hope we can catch them in Boston. Great songs, great performance, great video.
As soon as I saw her I thought, "She reminds me of Donna Summer!" Amazing music!
@usooicee
9 жыл бұрын
Yep, Donna Summer is Amanda's mother :)
@zeezees.183
9 жыл бұрын
usooicee 20 or 30 people always post that info in every Johnnyswim video comment section.
@usooicee
9 жыл бұрын
ZeeZee S. Duh.
@zeezees.183
9 жыл бұрын
usooicee ... Duh? Really? But you also posted it tho ... LOL!
@usooicee
9 жыл бұрын
ZeeZee S. ...Duh. lol why is it a big deal? Maybe some people just didn't know. I honestly don't see what the big deal is but whatever, have a good day.
Listen, no one loves the Civil Wars more than I do, but for now, they are no longer. This duo, married or not have a vibe ALL THEIR OWN. Great music and song writing is great music and song writing. They are sooooo good and I can't wait to see them live at Bowery Ballroom on 8/19. Even flying my bro out to NYC for one night so we can see them together. Good music is good music, period.
@soup5995
6 жыл бұрын
They are married. They've been married since 2009.
How could somebody not love these people!
This is unbelievably good! I don't think I've ever seen two people more in sync with each other. Absolutely amazing.
This guy used to be the worship leader at my church!!
@lovelyrayax
9 жыл бұрын
that's really cool!
@ThereIsNoLord
7 жыл бұрын
Well, that's disappointing.
@cassieleonard1433
7 жыл бұрын
NoLord why?
@ThereIsNoLord
7 жыл бұрын
Because religion is fake, and I'm sad to hear about anyone being tricked by it.
@jgg59
7 жыл бұрын
I'm not a Christian but whats its your business if they are. They seem grounded and talented.
I love the Civil Wars. They are exquisite. Better musician/singers, but what they lack in connection Johnnyswim makes up in spades. Love these two. Love, LOVE, these two.
i cant tell who carries the group they’re both so talented
Saw these guys supporting Old Crow Medicine Show in England and they killed it. Good to see they are still amazing
This music is so charged with emotion and energy; it's electrifying.
I haven't been this inspired by a group in years. thank you.
May whatever exists out there keep this beautiful and talented couple together
OMG they're so cute together! Loved their passion.
lovely couple. we had the chance to catch them in Augusta GA at the westabou festival ...great to see them gain momentum. Love the song "I am"...thank you NPR. Thanks Johnnyswim!
Love it! Fantastic voices and writing. WE ARE THE DIAMONDS
They are my new favorite group - saw them at the Birchmere in Alexandria, VA last week - and have been hooked every since!
they are gonna be (and should be) massive
Impossible not to smile Absolutely brilliant 🙏🏼
Ooh those harmonies, ear candy!
So obsessed with them.. They're amazing !!
The Magnolia Channel brought me here. Love their show. Love them!
This is Magical. Without Question.
So, I saw this band on "Live from Daryl's House" and was instantly hooked. Great sound that totally sucks you into the lyric. Love these guys hope they're around a long time.
Fabulous, fantastic, phenomenal!
Amanda reminds me a lot of Joy Williams from the Civil Wars. The way she sways shows that the passion for the music oozes out of her!
@annaheath5232
9 жыл бұрын
That's because she's trying to be miss Joy.
@jonathanvanbeverhoudt7122
9 жыл бұрын
Roon Mc They both remind me of The Civil Wars with their harmonies. I was just thinking about that.
@cobberdig
9 жыл бұрын
Roon Mc A bit different i think, nice though!
Simply amazing. I can't believe I had never heard of them before today. I love, love, love them!
@tamiamyourfavoritedragon8890
7 жыл бұрын
Anne, They are currently on tour. Check their website to see if they will be in concert near you! www.johnnyswim.com/
@annetillman5378
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I would love to see them! They are the type of duo I could listen to over and over again. I wasn't prepared for her to have a great voice since she was Donna Summer's daughter but she blew me away too. God gave them beautiful faces and voices, what a great combination! Thank you !
This is just so good, glad I found them, thanks to my friend Nick.. We all need a friend like Nick!
First saw them at Firefly, fell in love with their music instantly!
They are fun, they are beautiful and they sound so damn good. They are the future and the best music can bring us today. They are the diamonds rising up out the dust.
Incredible vocals, awesome lyrics, and huge energy. You guys are awesome
Great duo!!!! Music with substance and heart..
I wish these versions of their songs were their album songs. So much better.
I love these 2. I listen to their albums over and over.
It's a testament to the kind of people they are, when even their "suck it" song is super polite and positive. :P Man, I love them.
They're great! love the vibe and that guitar, gorgeous
See you guys at Firefly Music Festival this Saturday, looking forward to checking you out. Donna Summers daughter can sing, go figure!
I have never heard these amazing artists before, I liked within the first 15 seconds of the video. Great vibe
Since they aren't listed, Aaron Redfield - Drums Marcus Huber - Bass
Beautiful voices, beautiful playing, beautiful songs, beautiful people. FML lol
I love that this is in stereo. So good.
Great job you two!!! Ya'll are truly two of the best people that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Keep up the good work.
This is seriously my most favorite band. I love them!
I think I'm loving in love with those two. Such a amazing performance. Will be buying this CD. Johnnyswin you have made a fan for life out of me.
I love JS! And hearing them live is even better. They never disappoint!
Love you guys! Great music and great people!
This deserves more views
You guys are BEYOND WORDS, INCREDIBLE! PRAISE GOD!
"someday you're gonna just burst out of your skin" - "you just shine you really do"
These guys are awesome!!!
Sick music. Really tight vocals.
I just love them. So much.
Wooooo!!!!!! This is fire!!!!
damn that last song it looked like the guitar was gonna grow wings and he was gonna fly off from sheer joy
Love this!
Amazing! Perfection!
Awsome show! See these guys at Lakewood all the time!
They make me think of The Lone Bellow. Awesome band!
@declanbcorcoran
10 жыл бұрын
Yes!!
@ipodkiller6
10 жыл бұрын
These two sound a lot better live than The Lone Bellow though.
@kevinbarrera3272
9 жыл бұрын
ipodkiller6 I really love these guys. But Lone Bellow's NPR Tiny Desk is truly amazing as well.
@sav0405
9 жыл бұрын
Kevin Barrera so much passion in that performance
@roastbeafman87
7 жыл бұрын
Why does it matter who is subjectively "better?" Why can't they both be good in their own right?
Wow! Great songs and stage presence. Hopefully they capture that energy and rawness on cd.
Outstanding.
Absolutely love Johnyswim! Cant wait until they come to Louisiana! My kids can't either!
These guys are amazing!!!
they were dope! can't wait to hear their album
Best I've ever seen.
Excellent!!!!!!
I have listened to them since like 2016 when I was visiting with Jake in San Diego
Beautiful!!! Nice Taylor
Diamonds is killer! What a great duo.
Caught them at the Ann Arbor Folk Festival in January. They were great!
Blown away!!!
Just loved it...wow!
I randomly heard these guys on Hypemachine a few months ago (I think it was "Paris in June") and promptly bought both their earlier EPs. I loved them both but still was unprepared for how good the full length is. I think this is the shoe in for "best album you haven't heard yet" recommendation to anybody who will listen to me or has to ride somewhere with me in a car. Well done, JohnnySwim!
I love these guys we are all diamonds thank you
I downloaded their CD and it's great!