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Men I Trust: 60% pure talent, 40% bad posture

@stevejeffrey11

2 жыл бұрын

it's hard to play and sing sitting down

@walkhardwalk

2 жыл бұрын

@@stevejeffrey11 I mean, you don't play drums standing up, right?

@mateoarguiano6611

2 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHAHAH

@clairew1319

2 жыл бұрын

hilarious!!! however ... they can do no wrong in my eyes.

@mitsu9314

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah 💀😭

Nobody understands how difficult it is to play drums this gentle

@jakethecake31

2 жыл бұрын

My exact thought the minute the video started with that buttery snare roll. Dude is playing soft but grooving hard, now that's a real drummer!

@TheMF018

2 жыл бұрын

100% correct

@zeeisnotayewrapr

2 жыл бұрын

That’s what I’ve been thinking about, how does he play them so gently. Most drummers I’ve met are loud asf without even trying

@AdFunk

2 жыл бұрын

Thank god we've got you to educate us - otherwise literally nobody would understand!

@MM-vs2et

2 жыл бұрын

haha compression goes *pssssssssssss*

they look exactly like the music they play

@phonyk568

2 жыл бұрын

“Image”

@ebbiec

6 ай бұрын

Love this ❤

@unathisejam7995

3 ай бұрын

I swear

@davidfernandezdiaz759

3 ай бұрын

So true! ✨️

@sidsmith6839

Ай бұрын

Sleepy 😪 lololol

They play so softly I bet the neighbors come over and yell "Turn it up!"

@eternallyminded7

Жыл бұрын

Yea, they give franny wisp a run for her money.

@cathriceragin9280

2 ай бұрын

Turn me beat up Tuuuurrrrnnnn it all the waaaaaaayyyy up

guitars that sound like “wawawow” are the best kind of guitars

@95LFern

2 жыл бұрын

the best way to explain the perfect guitarist sound in three syllables

@slowregardofsilentthings

2 жыл бұрын

it's called pedals XD

@drljevic583

2 жыл бұрын

you might be talking about a wah-wah pedal.

@benmadi

2 жыл бұрын

it's a pedal they use, called a "cry-baby' or wah-wah pedal. Jimmi Hendrix used it quite a lot and most funk bands. :)

@salt6251

2 жыл бұрын

Wah pedal

Men I Trust and Tiny Desk? Match made in heaven

@patclineii5059

2 жыл бұрын

bean shoe

@Smooth219

2 жыл бұрын

@@patclineii5059 what the dog doin?

@Timbuka

2 жыл бұрын

now we need a Mild High Club Tiny Desk

@alissondantas3864

2 жыл бұрын

Finally! ;)

@brianpato

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

Now that we got this masterpiece all we need next is The Marías to present a Tiny Desk Concert

@peporila

2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@ehgabika

2 жыл бұрын

YESSSSSSSS

@jessicafavila8893

2 жыл бұрын

Yessss!!

@Theloveinabubble

2 жыл бұрын

Omg imagine that

@EddyGraphic

2 жыл бұрын

Yes please!

How come men I trust music fits for every season? In the spring it feels like the relief and clarity that comes with the first blue sky after months of congested gray. In the summer it feels like a slow relaxing day in the shade. In the fall it feels like the cool sunset after the burning heat of summer. And in the winter it feels like slowly falling asleep in a warm fluffy bed. how can a select few songs convey such different feelings?

@freethinker79

2 жыл бұрын

Very good question. You described the magic of their music perfectly.

@bossoholic

2 жыл бұрын

Magic 🙂

@lancelance9314

Жыл бұрын

I'd say think less dog. Enjoy it don't let anything impact you having a good jam. 👍

@hunterakins7082

Жыл бұрын

Ah yes the burning heat of fall

@Vanile.

Жыл бұрын

@@hunterakins7082 my brother in christ, what season precedes fall?

The room is so their aesthetic

@areyoujelton

2 жыл бұрын

It looks similar to the den in my 1956 ranch. I sit there all day with a guitar sometimes, looking out the giant window.

@sunsetave5206

2 жыл бұрын

Yes it’s such a perfect match ♥️ so beautiful

@Gutirinthians1

2 жыл бұрын

it's just a room they rented on Airbnb

@RobertSlover

2 жыл бұрын

totally irrelevant.

@atypicalmatias

2 жыл бұрын

their aestetic: logs and dirty tapestry i guess??

I never thought I'd see Ron Swanson playing keyboards with Walter White at the guitar. Best crossover ever. Surely, I would trust those men.

@krystleflaherty5250

2 жыл бұрын

And Tom Green on a bass?

@ironman4493

2 жыл бұрын

And Paul Dano on the drums.

@cyruslaing94

2 жыл бұрын

And Margot Robbie singing

@deborafontoura2572

2 жыл бұрын

lol

@filmstaratease

2 жыл бұрын

RON SWANSON ON KEYBOARDS I'M DYING AHAHAH

Men I Trust always makes me feel so comfortable. Musicians I Trust.

@freethinker79

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Their music gives a calming ASMR effect.

@IndieAndNeoPsychPlaylists

Ай бұрын

I totally agree

Every time I hear "Men I Trust" I get the feeling I can die in peace. Even though things aren't okay, it's like they're going to be okay in the end.

@1blink4yes99

2 жыл бұрын

Bro this is my exact thought! Glad to see I'm not the only one.

@epalheta

2 жыл бұрын

@@1blink4yes99 we are together bro

@draven4883

2 жыл бұрын

i get the same feeling with them and land of talk

I have been following them for quite some time now and I cannot express how happy I am to see them play my favourite songs on Tiny Desk!

@bpaul2001

2 жыл бұрын

Sane

@gomezlakade

2 жыл бұрын

I tottatally agree

@ianveras

2 жыл бұрын

Same feelings

@kingari18

2 жыл бұрын

yes !!! omg same

@ouassimfeliachi6363

2 жыл бұрын

same

This drummer is so smooth

@snowfall8891

2 жыл бұрын

And the bassist has Scoliosis

@squeakeththewheel

2 жыл бұрын

And beautiful too.

@Mojokiss

2 ай бұрын

ugh they are playing with a track as usual. 99% of people don't see it.

Now I know why she trust them.

I think i can be true friends with anyone who loves this group

@miguelpatrick6192

Жыл бұрын

Most Definitely...:)

@jjnolascojr

Жыл бұрын

i feel ya

@wandan98

2 ай бұрын

Howdy

Men i trust have one of the best bass sounds in this generation omg im in love with it❤❤

@ortsanguitar2425

2 жыл бұрын

The drums so simple but important, the fleshed-out basslines driving the songs while guitar, keys and voice just feel like exploring space dreams

@liandiorellacruz2783

2 жыл бұрын

@@ortsanguitar2425 what a perfect description!

@liandiorellacruz2783

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that bass

@AlejanddroV17

2 жыл бұрын

what about thundercat

@ericfricke4512

2 жыл бұрын

Based off the sound, I'm guessing it's flatwound strings + palm muting + using a pick. Nicolas Godin of Air gets that same sound.

The bass slaps, especially in the first song

@spencerswaine2032

2 жыл бұрын

One of the best bass tones

@EddyGraphic

2 жыл бұрын

All their songs are like this, they have an amazing bassist, listen to “Norton Commander” you’ll have an eargasm 😂

@primocalcio2141

2 жыл бұрын

Came here to say this

@rektyrektingson4668

2 жыл бұрын

It's usually Jessy, the guy on guitar, who plays the bass. I guess they got a new bassist to add a 2nd guitar and it sounds great!

@VRamalho

2 жыл бұрын

I just want to point out that he is playing with a pick, so technically is not slap, but nice bass line nonetheles

They look like 5 random strangers that got locked in a music store without the manager noticing... for the entire weekend, and they decided to start a band to pass the time

@deerich188

Жыл бұрын

Lemonade mouth

Serious props to whoever did the audio engineering on this - sounds so crisp, really adds to the performance for me

@shakeeljessa9619

Жыл бұрын

Josh Rogosin ;)

@j0rd0

Жыл бұрын

For real

@Mojokiss

2 ай бұрын

thats because its an alternate studio master backing track

0:00 - *Show Me How* (3:33) 3:38 - *Lucky Sue* 6:43 - *Humming Man* 10:06 - *All Night* (14:28) [14:34 - Tiny Desk team]

@fulerage9514

2 жыл бұрын

thank you mate

@doobydoes4956

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@fariha_rahman98

2 жыл бұрын

Thank youu

@daffayaz

2 жыл бұрын

Not all heroes wear capes (copied)

@bernlin2000

2 жыл бұрын

The mood that they set here is just superb, and they never let it go either, the entire concert. That's surprisingly unique in this eclectic world, especially after living through the "loud-soft-loud" era of 1990s rock music XD

Emma’s voice is velvet personified

"Show Me How" is one of those songs you listen to on the way home from a night out with the one you love

Can you imagine how sublime it must be to hear Men I Trust & Khraungbin as a single concert?!?

@4wileys

Жыл бұрын

Seen them in Bend Oregon together. That was the first time I ever heard of Men I Trust. One of the best shows I've ever been seen

@cfriotrip7420

3 ай бұрын

yeah!!!!!!!

@cfriotrip7420

3 ай бұрын

they could make songs together

@_Creaux

3 ай бұрын

going to see them together in september : ^)

@jonathanfries5062

3 ай бұрын

@@_Creauxme too

The band that basically helped me keep sane this past few pandemic years. So glad to see them here!

@kingari18

2 жыл бұрын

YES OMG!!! same

@aaronhim6414

2 жыл бұрын

Nothing like Men I Trust after almost going crazy

@adamkujawski9653

2 жыл бұрын

for real for real tho

@fredomtz9559

2 жыл бұрын

Same here! The days that i felt the worst I just need to put their music and everything was better

@naylabarreto5365

2 жыл бұрын

Same amigo!

Emma is so beautiful

@areyoujelton

2 жыл бұрын

Hard to believe she used to be a dude.

@benrowe3547

2 жыл бұрын

@@areyoujelton huh?

@Billy-vp7yp

2 жыл бұрын

@@areyoujelton I can see it

@tiffanyleung566

2 жыл бұрын

@@areyoujelton whatt? So she is a trans?

@TurnerDavide

2 жыл бұрын

@@areyoujelton what do you mean?

Hard not to love this band. It's not normally my type of music but the bass in particular really elevates their music to something I can listen too.

@LanceWillMakeIt

2 жыл бұрын

right? it's like we all have our favorite and least favorite genres, but even when there's someone playing in a genre you're not super interested in, if they're reeally good at it it's still amazing

@damionwiggan

Жыл бұрын

Bro same.

@aidilmubarock5394

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it's very in the pocket and funky-ish

@willkill123ful

Ай бұрын

Same here

This is the most Canadian interior I've ever seen.

Every time I watch them performing they make me change my posture instantly

@slimft2733

2 жыл бұрын

That’s crazy 😂 I did the exact same thing when I saw this video

@dakotatahran4877

2 жыл бұрын

ikr, that bass player is gonna get a hunchback

the style of each member of the band fascinates me, to see that they are completely at ease and that everyone is in tune enjoying their own music is something very beautiful

@freethinker79

2 жыл бұрын

They've got that rare and magical chemistry that's hard to find.

@adonisjesien

2 жыл бұрын

@@freethinker79 really, and the sound of this band enchants me

@christopheperron1730

2 жыл бұрын

well said every members brings something unique to the band

@christophergieseler52

2 жыл бұрын

they all have degrees in some music field lol

@bernlin2000

2 жыл бұрын

Pure Vibin', its cool to see almost no trace of ego in these concerts.

found this band yesterday in the middle of the night. totally fell in love after listening their "oncle jazz" album. the whole record is just pure greatness.

The way it hits when she sings “Then I understand.” Does something to me. Anyone else?

This vibe is so chill I need a blanket

I love men I trust. Also love the fact that that guy on the left looks high af.

@DingoAteMeBaby

2 жыл бұрын

They all kind of look high fam

@samhoste1342

2 жыл бұрын

they're canadian so, "highly" possible xd

@freethinker79

2 жыл бұрын

High? Nah. Just in the Zone.

@rektyrektingson4668

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. theyre in Canada sooo

@waltersamuelalvarosnay3019

2 жыл бұрын

@@freethinker79 High zone

In my mid thirties, I never thought I'd be finding my favorite bands! But here we are, Men I Trust and Parcels have taken the reigns from previous generations to hold the torch and lead us into a future that isn't so bleak. Shout out to NPR for the Tiny Desk series for keeping our heads above water when everything else in the world is out to get us.

@kalebian2415

Жыл бұрын

Stinky Fingers 🐐

@andrewfritz3673

Жыл бұрын

This is me! Also in my mid thirties and so into MIT and Parcels. ha!

@billypilgrim8903

Жыл бұрын

Can confirm this happens to mid-forties too.

@robertgorman2713

10 ай бұрын

@@billypilgrim8903 & early 60's also lol

@BrandonAdams1010

9 ай бұрын

Age not real g

Went down a tiny desk rabbit hole and stumbled upon this group. Looked up their tours dates. They’re playing in my town at this exact moment! I wish I came across this an hour sooner

Been waiting for this all my life

@SoyJovv

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed.

That solo in All Night was amazing

I met Eric when I went to the wrong side of the building to see them play at Terminal 5. The person I thought was first in line for the show was happy to talk to me about how he practices: playing the same rhythms for hours at a time and working to involve the body in that movement, as well as where the inspirations for the songs come from (mostly written by the guitarist in black). I mentioned that the things he is playing are very sparse, and he agreed; He is classically trained, but sees his playing more as "fundamental" than "simple." I likened it to samurai who practice simple sword-draw techniques their whole lives, as perfecting these fundamentals is as important as complex playing.

@masaosimanjuntak

Жыл бұрын

Like a sushi chef too!

This is what the 90's actually felt like

I'm in heaven right now

My god - "Lucky Sue" sounds absolutely gorgeous live. Awe struck.

@karwashblark7499

2 жыл бұрын

tbh I didnt really even like the original, but this live version is incredible. I feel like a lot of this band's songs are a bit overproduced, very electronic with midi drums etc. Their live versions are generally much better

@fran-yv1xc

Жыл бұрын

bass sounds so good

@bunnywavyxx9524

Жыл бұрын

I know right I keep replaying that chorus! I just love it so much.

@CameronMLeet

12 күн бұрын

@@karwashblark7499you must have been listening to headroom

This vibe is a perfect mixture of muzak and indie rock. Super sweet.

2 years later, this is still my favorite tiny desk appearance, oh I miss the times when I was obsessed about Men I Trust 😢

@Albex26D

3 ай бұрын

What happened to them

That guitar tone in Lucky Sue melts my brain, soooo nice

6:46 - This version of Humming Man is beautiful.

@ariz9381

2 жыл бұрын

yeah first official live of that same song.

this version of Humming Man is pure gold

@PayneLive

2 жыл бұрын

I literally feel the same way at this very moment. The 2nd half of the 2nd verse when that guitar lick comes in blows me away everytime.

This is my comfort band when i'm feeling down, lonely or just need something to jam and zone out to

OMGGG!!! I never tought Men i trust would have a tiny desk!! This is amazing. NPR: PLEASE INVITE THE MARIAS NEXT!!!!

@EricEustace

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Especially since their new album is coming out really soon.

@josh-mf6iv

2 жыл бұрын

YESSS!

@lardball976

2 жыл бұрын

this

One of my favorite indie groups and I am so thrilled to see them getting the recognition they deserve 👏

This is the best band/group ever.

it just felt so right for them to start with show me how

this band is a sunset incarnate.

Omg YES! I got into obsessively into Men I Trust in 2020. This my dream Tiny Desk set. Thank you!

i love this version of Humming Man

you know the music is good when the Bassist is doing that pose.

i’ve been manifesting this

@veram4820

2 жыл бұрын

The Universe can really bring us what we want, can't it? we just gotta get into the flow in order for it to happen

@brentwalker3300

2 жыл бұрын

Shall we call you Miss Algorithm?

This band is absolute perfection

Very grateful to hear them do “show me how”. That was the first song I herd by them and I was stuck on it for the longest time. It’s such a nice song. & to hear “lucky sue” was a big dream that came true. Being able to hear “all night” was a literal blessing. I love this band sm. Their one of my personal favorites. ♥️

that transition in Lucky Sue is the most elegant thing i've ever heard! you know what i'm talking about!

the aesthetic of this is insane, glad men I trust got on here

Their bass instrument is heaven 🍀

@ardd.c.8113

2 жыл бұрын

Listen to sly stone, There's a riot going on, for more of that kind of low fidelity bass

Best guitar solo ever

@grabgrabgrabthegrab

Жыл бұрын

Every time I listen to Men I Trust, I feel like I'm being transported to another world - one where everything is just a little bit softer and more peaceful. I'm so grateful to my friend from showing me this band, I want to give his band a shout out, their called The Doublejumps, you should definitely check them out. I can't wait to see what the future holds for Men I Trust - they're such a talented group of musicians and I know they're going to continue to create amazing music for years to come.

How did we go from not knowing what fire was, to creating these mesmerizing frequencies.

That is such a prototypical 1970's Laurentian cabin. Most Montrealers my age have dozens of holiday pics in cabins just like this one, nestled somewhere between St-Jerome and Mont Tremblant. Driving up north on the 15 in a cigarette smoke smelling Pontiac and stoping at the Dunking Donuts on the way are some of my most cherished memories. This Tiny Desks fits perfectly with tgat mood

I love when drummers play like this. To make the song sound cool. Not to make themselves look cool

@20BigPaulyPaul12

6 ай бұрын

Yes their songs are not drum heavy but more melodically centered

You know the bass player is good when he's got that kyphosis

MY FAVE INDIE POP BAND

thanks tiny desk for the perfect timing, i was properly depressed this evening but listening to Men I Trust is like getting a warm hug from your best friend and being told it's all gonna be ok

It’s so cool to see them here, Ive only discovered them a week ago and I just can’t get enough of Men I trust

@rynomoron

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the cult of Men I Trust.

@freethinker79

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club!

@WowJustWow37

2 жыл бұрын

Best thing that happened to me was finding this band. Might sound nuts, but their music led me out of a dark chapter in life. I knew I deserved peace with each listen. I’m getting emotional here. Love the band and all my fellow fans!

I have listened to this a minimum of 160 times since it was posted and I never plan of stopping

I feel so much peace listening to them. I can never be in a bad mood listening to this music. I love them sooo much

[ 12:28 - until end ] - ANYONE TALKING ABOUT THIS AMAZING GUITAR SOLO OR WHAT? edit: giving me justice der vibes

I *will* watch this a thousand times

I CAN'T BELIEVE I JUST FOUND OUT THAT MEN I TRUST DID A TINY DESK CONCERT

@tams-alasia48

8 күн бұрын

I just found out

Only thing wrong with this is its not longer. Such a vibe

Finding new music that I fall in love with on the first chord? Yes. Thank you, Tiny Desk and Men I Trust. 💖

is this the sound of heaven?

love you MEN I TRUST

Saw them live last night, they were incredible. Can’t wait to see them again.

@gabeharris2433

2 жыл бұрын

I just saw them in Kansas and it was a dream. I missed out on the opener tho

@opalchar

2 жыл бұрын

aaah im going on march 30th im so excited!!!!!

Qué hermoso despertarse y encontrar estoooo

@tylerbowie

2 жыл бұрын

@Noah Ricketts it's beautiful

@lucasagustinck

2 жыл бұрын

@Noah Ricketts Aguante Boca

@aamigo_

2 жыл бұрын

toy shorando encima con este fríoooo qué belleza

@JuanseFluck

2 жыл бұрын

Totalmente

@lauraamujica

2 жыл бұрын

Maaaaalll :D

The extended All Night guitar work was sublime.

As usual, the Tiny Desk production team deserve an Oscar, Emmy or KZready or whichever award for EXTREME excellence in broadcasting!! Insane audio..🌟🌟🌟

@pedrofreire6169

2 жыл бұрын

it is credited to the band...

@oliverhite5540

2 жыл бұрын

@@pedrofreire6169 I'm pretty sure the dude playing the keyboard does most of their mixing. He's very talented

@pedrofreire6169

2 жыл бұрын

oh for sure. it's a pretty neat mix imo. the untourable sounds insaaaaanely smooth!

@pandahodl5598

Жыл бұрын

Sound is amazing!!!!!

Hands down to the best All Night solo ever. I cried at 12:20

I'm so obsessed with men i trust, hope to see them at concert

Sounds like the cardigans...seriously, if you're into this check out their first album, it's so great

@runchmansrecords6491

2 жыл бұрын

Yesssss

@WowJustWow37

2 жыл бұрын

I was a teen when that came out. This band made me feel like a kid again. You’re so right!

@Wheresthelove7

Жыл бұрын

Beach house is what I'm thinking only funkier.

this band is simply so underrated. Their talents are unmatched

drummer play style reminds me of the drummer from sunset rollercoaster. Pure detail in every touch. master on their own craft and style

Love how they started off with Show Me How. Such a great song.

4 straight minutes of head-nodding for the last song. Absolutely brilliant.

They have ascended to a new level of chill

@Wheresthelove7

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Transcendental Chillness

My future van life soundtrack❤❤

Feels like my ears just smoked a joint.

I am so glad to see my favorite band on Tiny Desk. What an incredible set. I'm so glad to hear them again.

For you listening to this: if you like men I trust, you're my mate! ❤️

final guitar solo is a masterclass, so much soul and musicality, pure joy! great band

Its so nice to watch this band again, the last time i saw them maybe 3 years ago in indonesia.

Men i trust's Music always relaxes me.. Makes me wanna make a coffee and watch the rain 💜

keep coming back here