Lucius: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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We brought Lucius to the Tiny Desk because I fell in love with one joyous, catchy song: "Don't Just Sit There." That's all I had to go on - I'd never seen the group live - and though I expected fun, we also got fabulous. Not only are Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig a winning singing duo, but their charisma and charm helps turn good pop songwriting into an endearing performance.
Both Berklee School of Music alumni, the two women moved to a Victorian home they'd found on Craigslist. As it turns out, that old Brooklyn home had a 60-year history as a recording studio and music school, complete with an old Steinway piano; it was there that they found their future bandmates. Danny Molad, Peter Lalish and Andrew Burri fill out the group with guitars and drums and an uncanny ability to create songs with vastly differing character.
One minute, Lucius sounds like a girl group circa 1961; the next, you could be hearing an Emmylou Harris outtake. And, though only four songs turn up on the band's 2012 EP, I feel a strong album on the way. Pair that with a dynamic and lovable stage presence, and what you're witnessing from Lucius at the Tiny Desk sounds like the early days of a long career. --BOB BOILEN
Set List
"Go Home"
"Don't Just Sit There"
"Turn It Around"
"Genevieve"
Credits
Producer: Bob Boilen; Editor: Denise DeBelius; Audio Engineer: Kevin Wait; Videographers: Denise DeBelius, Christopher Parks, Ryan Smith; photo by Lauren Rock/NPR
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Found in 2013 and still listening in 2024
I've watched this an embarrassing number of times, never gets old
@czapnation
4 жыл бұрын
Amanda Feliciano same!
@accuser_of_the_brethren7816
4 жыл бұрын
Samsies..Genevieve is my fav but the way they bled the 1st two songs together is amazing too tho
@theofficalrutama2332
4 жыл бұрын
They are awesome!
@moleratical7634
4 жыл бұрын
yeah me too, their KEXP show is also fantastic
@TheRealWinsletFan
4 жыл бұрын
You're not wrong, I'm back yet again. Lost count some time ago. I bought the records, but this performance has such great energy
it's been 10 years and this still lives in my memory and heart.
"...and what you're witnessing from Lucius at the Tiny Desk sounds like the early days of a long career." Solid prediction, Bob.
@michaelmichaelmotorcycle87
2 ай бұрын
2024 gang
does anyone else find that they prefer these tiny desk concerts to the more produced versions of the songs?
@madelinesault5678
6 жыл бұрын
iTunes just doesn't feel the same :/
@blazeandcyrus
3 жыл бұрын
Check out Teri Gender Bender from La Butcherettes on Tinydesk
@bgfischer565
3 жыл бұрын
I've seen them live twice...it was not bad.
@kellybaker1758
2 жыл бұрын
100%
@kianjohnson9804
2 жыл бұрын
@Michael Morgan I have ALWAYS thought this--"Genevieve" is so much simpler and more powerful here. I like the one on the album, but this so raw and I feel like it gets to the heart of the song.
I think this is my all time favorite tiny desk concert.
@allysaurus96
5 жыл бұрын
Check out the Pixies tiny desk it's so good! As well as Xenia Rubinos, Haley Hendrickx, and Aurora.
10 years later, and Wildewoman is still a go-to in my library. It's one of those great albums that doesn't age, and they still play tracks at their live shows - and they still give me goosebumps. Absolutely one of my favorite bands of all time.
holy crap...this is the best stuff Ive heard since the last thing i heard on NPR
i literally will never get over this concert. one of the most magical performances i have ever seen via video. in complete and utter awe every time i turn it on.
@bobgray1226
3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't of said it better myself...how on earth can 2 voices sound this amazing...who helped them all find eachother?
First heard Lucius yesterday. Got all goose pimply over the refrain to "Go Home." Immediately bought the album, which is consistently catchy, fun, beautiful. At my age, musical obsessions don't come around as often as they once did. I'm grateful for this one.
@reddwarf74
3 жыл бұрын
Me Too!
Just saw this band on Austin City Limits and I have to say What a breath of fresh air. I am in my mid 60’s and I love the sound and positive energy of this band. Great job, I will follow.
Lucius is one of my favorite bands ever, and one of the big reasons is because they become one in their music. At 14:30, you can see the two singers get off beat on their percussion together, while still filling in as what is right automatically. One isn't catching the other one off beat and covering, they literally don't even realize they swayed a bit cause the whole phrase is mostly there. Their music is so natural, subconscious, and real. They are so amazing.
I am new to the music. I loved hearing the Indigo Girls. And Lucius is my 2022 Indigo Girls.
This band makes me happy to alive.
this performance had a profound effect on me. i love them
Just popping in, since I see some of the comments are five years old. This is still one of the greatest things to have ever been witnessed. Considering I saw them play in my local park, I am beyond pleased to see they are still thriving.
@MickeyMolad
3 ай бұрын
still kicking :)
What a wonderful conversation those two guitars are having...
The vocal harmonies and power in "Go Home" bring me to tears every time.
The way they come up with the percussion on the fly during that last song...fricken impressive! Great sounds... (14:06)
Omg that song Genevieve. Amazing.
"I broke your cashew tin," lmao. The fun they had with that is SO infectious- l smile every time I watch it. Awesome.
I’ve seen them live, listened to their CDs, watched their videos, but I love this one because they’re having fun and happy.
I’m about to go see them for the 3rd time live in 2022 and they never miss!
No words. Just in awe.
@strace67
5 жыл бұрын
ditto
@grrwuff4099
2 жыл бұрын
3 words - 'Less is more'
The blend of their voices never fails to fascinate...I absolutely love that I cant tell whose voice is whose, so beautiful. Thank God they found each other. :)
OH Good GOD!!! This is why I Love KZread..... found you guys by accident, now it's a Love Affair!!!!!!
saw them for the first time yesterday at brooklyn bowl in LV. they opened with "go home" and it brought me to tears. amazing voices
this is the most organic perfect charming tiny desk concert. hopefully whoever thought these up was crying watching this.
What a treat, watching and listening to their creative process near the session's end! A unique sound, with pure vocals. Can't wait to see them live shortly...
I revisit this tiny desk concert often, a favorite! EPIC!
@mrcreosote44
5 жыл бұрын
I have a feeling in 20 years, we'll be sitting in the room still listening to this perfection but with KZread vr
Saw them in person for the first time in Portland Tuesday night....oustanding and moving show! I listened to their set on KEXP in 2014 a bazillion times. Dusty Trails makes me cry everytime.
Will never forget trekking out into the frigid Chicago winter to see you guys perform at the Cubbie Bear 2 years ago. So amazing.
Wow! Amazing vocals and creativity. I'm not easily blown away, but this group does it for me!
they were absolutely amazing! saw them 3 times... heres to more in the future!
I remember watching this video back in the day and it blowing my mind- still does! What a performance!
I have watched this sooooo many times. It gets better every time .
It's quite possible that I have played this one hundred times and may play it one million more. Because... Damm. Good Music!
Been watching Tiny Desk all day, and wow. This band really takes the cake. such power.
NPR Music Tiny Desk Concerts make me so happy. This was so much beautiful fun!
These guys are absolutely amazing! To sound that good live is incredible. LOVE them!
Their energy is so great to watch.. and that last song was soooo dope
Hauntingly beautiful. They are better Live than recorded. Love Lucius! Chills when I listen.
The vocals are simply stunning for a live performance.
These songs have been stuck in my head for days now. Incredible talent, just pure musical genius! Love, love this.
I absolutely love how their sound is unique in each song! I'm digging this band! NPR... How do you find such rare talent?!
Can't listen to this enough. Sultry, bittersweet, joyful. Thank you
Wow amazing. They've got soul.
incredible - I'm 55, mainly rooted in jazz, but these girls are killing... no words to describe the beauty, power and emotion of this band. PERFECT... keep on groovin'
6 жыл бұрын
herbert ebenbauer they are just musically outstanding...a real pleasure
Just saw them last night in Portland, ME. Super strong bass in your face and hypnotic banshee vocals. I loved every minute of it!!
I was introduced to these amazing musicians at a Watkins Family Hour at Largo. LUCKY ME! They are so wonderful!!!
I wish I could Like this more than once! It was this video that introduced me to Lucius and I have been checking out all there other web content since! Great band!
I love Lucius! Beyond amazing...
If you ever get a chance- see them live. One of my top concerts.
Love this so much! Your harmonies are beautiful.
What an absolutely breathtaking tiny-concert, I so love this band! So original, and an intimate & gorgeous sound in this recording.
This band is fantastic. Amazingly good.
I just discovered this band.. love it...
Beautiful!! Jess, Holly and the guys, amazing...
Guys, guys, guys - how is this even possible..? Perfect harmonies, counter-point vocal arrangements, understated acoustic-electric abundance... HOW..? ANSWER ME...!
Lucius, simply LUSHIOUS,Luv this Band!
Resourceful and understands their sound, loving their energy as well.
I’ve been listening to this NPR session for the past 6 months - over and over again. It is so good on so many levels: lyrically, musically, vocally, and the arrangement and stage presence are phenomenal. It hits me personally every time and it also makes me think of the hearts of my daughters. Thank you so much for this raw and real and stripped down performance. Cannot be any better💙
I saw you in Seattle. The goodbye in the middle of the audience, and unamplified was absolutely spectacular. Plus I ran into the band outside the theater. Great show ! Thank you again !
Holy shit! Just found out from this video they're playing in Columbus TOMORROW and got a ticket!!! Hellll yesssssss!!!!!!
Lucius...please have a concert in my area so I can see and hear you live.
Lucius is hands down the best concert I have been to. Magical, mesmerizing.
They are amazing musicians and singers. You can immediately tell they are professionally trained. Amazing.
I cannot get enough. Come down south and play!!
My new favorite band. I can't get enough of this video!
These concerts are freakn kick ass! Makes life better.
Fabulous Harmony! So put together ~ ❤🎤🎵
the talent on display here from those five folks is nothing short of amazing, not really something I normally would listen to but I can't get enough
Such a special and unique sound! Love it!
This band inspires me! Real musicians!!!!
Brilliant, talented, inspiring. A breath of fresh air. Lucius, keep doing what you do! It's perfect!
Beautiful
I can't stop listening to this! It's so good, and so addictive. Fantastic.
These are my favorite two girls singing together ever. Im in love with both of em
SO detailed. From their appearance to the dynamics of the music. New Favorite Band. Can't wait to see you in UT on Valentines Day!! :)
Still obsessed with these vocal melodies
What a talented bunch of people! Really, really enjoyed this gig! Love it!
Beautiful.
This is Pure Magic!!! Love from Nigeria
this is straight rocking my world. Thanks +Lucius!
I absolutely love these girls, such great wonderful talent...I could listen and watch them everyday
I LOVE this!!!
Incredibly addictive and pleasing to watch them have fun
Go home is my favorite of their songs
I love this group! What a fresh approach to today's music!
Peter sent me here and he was RIGHT. This is indie music at its best. Thank you Peter, you have my respect and more....
Great sound ~ look forward to seeing them live!
I am a longtime listener of the Tiny Desk Concerts. They have turned me on to dozens of bands and reinforced my respect for those I already had the fortune to encounter. This is truly one of the best performances I've seen on youtube in quite sometime.Thank you NPR!
Absolutely Gorgeous!
The attention to rhythms and harmonies is awesome. Truly talented.
i wish i got the same chills from listening to their studio recordings, nothing beats this live performance
Thank you! I've watched this video at least ten times and have bought the EP. I've been through a bunch of other Tiny Desk Concerts to find another gem like this, but so far no luck - the musicianship just shines through on this one.
@erikbeck3662
Жыл бұрын
9yrs later and this still holds true
Loving this group!
Thanks to NPR and tiny desk concerts for introducing me to this band. Seven years on I hope to see them again post-pandemic
Wow. Just wow. These guys are mind blowing. I don't think I've ever seen a band with so much style and charisma. Just watching them makes me want to get up on stage and play. So unique. So good. 10, 000 thumbs up!
YESSSSSSS!!!! love love love them. what charisma and talent!!!