Steve Kimock: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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May 16, 2016 by FELIX CONTRERAS • Those of us "of a certain age" have always been told to be true to ourselves, with the understanding that maturity will show us a better sense of our true selves. The hope is that we can move forward and look backward with both confidence and (hopefully) not a lot of regret.
But musicians of a certain age are often better off if they resist the tried-and-true and look for something new to stretch their sense of self. They rely on a body of work to inspire yet more growth; that way, their sound changes while still feeling familiar.
Pardon my philosophizing, but that's how I hear Steve Kimock's music - both in this video and on his latest album, Last Danger Of Frost. Long known for his electric-guitar work in improvisational settings, he's rightly considered a musician's musician. I've always thought of him as one of those gifted players whose dedication to his instrument is matched only by his imagination. There's joy in hearing Kimock play acoustically, with no filter (or pedals or amps) between his ideas and his fingers.
Special mention on this video goes to legendary bassist Bobby Vega, who commands his instrument as easily as he breathes or walks around. It's a rare treat to hear these musicians up close and unplugged.
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SET LIST:
"Careless Love"
"Tongue N' Groove"
"Surely This Day"
CREDITS:
Producers: Felix Contreras, Niki Walker; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Niki Walker, Kara Frame, Nick Michaels; Production Assistant: Jackson Sinnenberg; Photo: NPR.
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Kimock holds a rare place among Northern Californian musicians, as does Bobby Vega, because he keeps the flame burning from a special time in American musical history-if you know of what I speak. If you don't, take a time machine back to San Francisco in the 1960s and listen to the future now that it's the past.
One of the most under appreciated guitarists out there.
@jimgroff6880
8 жыл бұрын
legendary😂😂
@5jhexp
6 жыл бұрын
and bassists.
@leejohnson7723
5 жыл бұрын
Truth
@reforest4fertility
5 жыл бұрын
Who thinks he'd've been a better choice than John Mayer to replace Garcia's position in Dead & co?
@FaqueGoogle-wo6ip
4 жыл бұрын
umm mayer should have never been a choice
Tongue and Groove....Perfection
You always hear the names Clapton, Hendrix, Guy, Page mentioned among the "greats." Kimock should always be on the list. He is a true virtuoso.
@shubhamlele5395
Жыл бұрын
That's a reach
@kumsy7170
Жыл бұрын
@@shubhamlele5395 Garcia>Clapton
@jimpowell6789
Жыл бұрын
@@kumsy7170 Not for those of us who have listened to him enough to have any idea, it's not a reach at all, it's a stone fact. Jerry called him his "favorite unknown known guitarist" -- and that was in about 1988 -- Jerry was always way ahead of the pack.
@kumsy7170
Жыл бұрын
@@jimpowell6789 just saying garcia should always be mention among "greats"...
@jimpowell6789
Жыл бұрын
@@kumsy7170 Yes, I understand and agree. I was trying to reply to shubhamlele but I musta hit the wrong button. Personally, I'm not that impressed by Clapton. He has that one incredible blue groove and when he's in it he's absolutely riveting. And other than that, nada. Michael Bloomfield is the same. Page has endless flash and lotsa moves, but not much taste. Hendrix and Jerry are in a league of their own and if Jimi had lived ... Buddy Guy is a blues great -- the real deal, not Clapton's museum blues. But there are others, too, of course -- Freddie King, T-Bone Walker ... Blues guitar is a whole other thing. Rock guitar is its own tradition. Kimock is a major figure. So was Cipollina, who is almost forgotten, it seems. And Jorma, while he would still play rock, was a major contender.
The guitar intro to 'Careless Love' goes right to my soul........AND, she has a voice of an angel
Steve Kimock w/ Bobby Vega, Leslie Mendelson & John Kimock
@joemurray2523
8 жыл бұрын
Bobby vega is one of the greatest of all time
@mindbodylightsound10
8 жыл бұрын
+Joe Murray yeah his name really needs to be in the title of this one.
@sensorysyrynx
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for scratching my itch. I'm happy that NPR credits others involved in production, but wish the performers were included as well.
@jellyfishrising
6 жыл бұрын
Jennifer Kimock so grateful for this video.
@mmullerman
5 жыл бұрын
Amen
Like a punch in the gut, I'm breathless. Like the sweetest kiss you just don't want it to end.
Even though there is a very low chance for someone to read this,i really wanted to put this out there.Theese guys are fkin incredible.they made my day when i listened to them.I cant believe how they are not popoular,people need to listen to this.It gave me such a good vibe that nice guitar tone and everything.It touched my heart.Hope you guyz dont stop making these videos and these guyz dont stop singing!
@ThatGuyThanus
3 жыл бұрын
Just happened upon this one, although I've been enjoying Tiny Desk Concerts for a while.. KZread throws up some great stuff, sometimes. Really glad this one found me!
@donaldgehre5964
3 жыл бұрын
They are popular anywhere people listen to good music.
@MrWallybones
3 жыл бұрын
Well said Tavi!
@Queequeg61
2 жыл бұрын
You should check out Zero.
@oliverchapman51177
2 жыл бұрын
I read it today. Kimmock. A treasure
The way the guitar and bass resonate together is ON point.. sounds amazing. Thank you NPR for giving us this treat.
@layersofmeta
7 жыл бұрын
that's one benefit of playing together for so long, like a great pitcher/catcher relationship
last song brought a tear to my eye. Music with heart and soul...
Kimock, a musicians musician for certain. Musical perfection. Leslie Mendelson is that the beauty singing and playing the keys? And kudos to the engineers, what a great recording. Sounds great.
Tongue N' Groove is really a masterpiece! Start at 6:20 so sweet
I appreciate this guitar player. Thank you so much!
@Mathameer
4 жыл бұрын
.. and the whole band! Everyone is so true.
Bravo!!! Exquisite crisp instrumental tones along with gorgeous vocals with the talented Leslie Mendelson. Legendary musicians who have perfected their craft!
Bobby vega on bass whoa
Thanks for getting Steve, et al behind the desk, NPR Music.
The vocalist has a beautiful voice!
Holy shit that bass tone.
@mikejosephson275
6 жыл бұрын
bobby vega is a beast.
What a treat... been chasing the dream of the finest tunes in the land, two weekends in a row at KWMF and HSMF... some came close, but no Kimock. This Summer he is Home however (second home) and more chances to be in the space he makes then. Petaluma Music Fest here we come!
Been listening to Steve and friends for over a decade, pleased to see that Kimock is big enough or notable enough to merit a Tiny Desk Concert. Kudos for that, NPR. (But shame on you for crediting yourselves and not the musicians. You're better than that.)
@SanFranciscoFatboy
2 жыл бұрын
who was the drummer?
@wgbearden7776
2 жыл бұрын
@@SanFranciscoFatboy his son
No one like kimock. Tongue and Groove is majestic
Never mind; did a little digging online. It's a Ribbecke "Halfling" bass (the Bobby Vega model). Beautiful sound, and great musicianship by everyone!
I saw Steve play with RatDog at their reunion show in 2012 at TRI and I was absolutely blown away. Incredibly player.
ive been waiting for a new favourite guitarist. thanks NPR
The Steve Kimock Band/ Steve Kimock and Friends are an amazing band (world class).
It'd be awesome to see Blake Mills do a Tiny Desk Concert!
That Ribbecke Bass is unreal. But then again, Bobby Vega makes any bass sing.
This video is fantastic ✌️with a special shout out to Leslie. What a singer! you have no idea how much I am connected to your voice. ❤️
Oh Hell Yeah!!! Steve Kimock and Bobby Vega
Steve Kimock Epic
Makes me one huge beautiful goosebump
This just made my Monday a WHOLE lot better !
Best dynamics I've ever heard on a TDC
Felix, the lady vocalist and amazing accompaniment on keyboard got no mention, for her to brave the studio was a feat, but to wade into t&g with such sensitivity ...
great singer
Beautiful version of Tongue and Groove!
Muy bueno lo de Steve Kimock !!!! No lo conocía " Ahora sí !!! Gracias Tiny Desk "
T & G, is saying so much, @Kimock and @Vega, you both are just AMAZING ARTISTS>>>>
Beautiful music!!Thanks
Kimock is the best artist still on tour.
@ajschroetlin2196
2 жыл бұрын
I would add Tedeschi Trucks Band. 😁
@jimpowell6789
Жыл бұрын
@@ajschroetlin2196 Trucks is good, too, yes. But by now Kimock is a classic. It's important to make a distinction between music and the music business, between genius artistry and pop stardom, between true beauty and hyped schlock. Kimock is the real deal and he has been for a very long time.
Wow, thats why they call them PRO's!!
So good
Wonderful!
Airport rides that I wish were ready for a ride back
This is called so fucking great
Beautiful
Love it.
Happy bday steve
Woah. Amazing stuff.
I love that resonator so much! I wish I could afford one.
@leroy0053
8 жыл бұрын
+Yousif Abuhamad hey man. i have a "recording king" tricone looks just like this one. they are great. and less than 1,000 US dollars. look into them. they sound amazing too!!!!
@rq2757
8 жыл бұрын
+Yousif Abuhamad Dobro makes a very affordable round neck four around 450. I have one and absolutely love it.
@yousifa7354
8 жыл бұрын
+TheQ I am planning on buying a dobro this summer, is the guitar worth it? Or is it not very weel built due to th eprice?
@leroy0053
8 жыл бұрын
i say check the recording king version out. i paid 800 for mine
@rq2757
8 жыл бұрын
Yousif Abuhamad I love mine, but guitars are very personal. I think it would be best to find the one you are interested in, and read reviews and watch videos. It's all up to you. If you can play it in a store before you buy it, that's even better. Then you'll know if you like it or not.
All those words in the description and you don't name the singer?
@57tele
7 жыл бұрын
Leslie Mendelson
@Stereostupid
4 жыл бұрын
That was lousy I thought myself
@mitchellmitchell4066
4 жыл бұрын
Leslie Mendelson.
Satellite City is a very interesting album. I'm glad Spotify recommended to me when it did.
beautiful playing
wonderful
Terrific!!!
This is so good. I see they are touring. I hope they are recording too!
lovely
fantastic...
My favorite living guitarist.
Tongue N' Groove is such a great tune.
awesome music!
Magnifique
Damn this is good
Soo good .. Bobby Vega´s back ;-))
Jerry Garcia called him "the greatest unknown guitar player" or something like that, and if you need proof hit the replay button.
wonderful :)
Wow!
What a fabulous little set. How come I never heard of him before Pandora popped up with him this morning?
Wow.
❤
good stuff.............
Be nice to know the name of the excellent singer.
@horvathadam
8 жыл бұрын
+John Woodman her name is Leslie Mendelson
@jwoodman
8 жыл бұрын
+Adam Horvath Thank you!
Klimtastic!
Great music from Steve Kimock and the band. +Leslie Mendelson great singer and sexy to boot, thanks again tinydesk crystal clear sound
Second song reminds me a lot of legend of Zelda music!
I really wanna pick that second guitar up and play along with some 50s and 60s blues records..
I'd love to know how they mic'd that vocal. super clean
@freddegeus5484
8 жыл бұрын
It looks like a Sennheiser MKH416, it's most commonly used in film and TV, its perfectly suited for the human voice, and has a great directionality, by which I mean that it doesnt pick up a lot of sound off axis! It is however, not a cheap microphone :)
nice
Great band - heard this and bought his latest CD. But note that although some of the songs played here are quoted on the CD track list, they are solo guitar only versions. The band playing here seem to be referred to as "KIMOCK" a project that has not (yet?) released any albums.
@57tele
8 жыл бұрын
Recording one right now.
fucking kimock! Thanks for waking me up again 😎
Vintage Guitar Magazine brought me hear
like butter
Where can I get that hoodie?
Is that resonator guitar fretless? Dang.
@1minrecording
8 жыл бұрын
lined fretless
@zeeeOgre
4 жыл бұрын
Noticed and asked aloud myself, haha.
Does anyone know what acoustic bass that is that Bobby Vega is playing?
@bassrob88
4 жыл бұрын
Brian Fassbender it’s called a Hafling Acoustic Bass by Ribbecke ...I believe I spelled it right..lol it’s a beautiful instrument to say the least
👍
Fantastic!! Any idea what the tuning on the dobro might have been?
@bradleyknudsen5228
8 жыл бұрын
DADF#AD
@SingleCoilVoodoo
8 жыл бұрын
+Brad Knudsen much thanks!
@jamespaulmitchell
7 жыл бұрын
close-ish. DADGAD up a whole step. EBEABE
what is the tuning on the lap slide setup, last song???
@57tele
8 жыл бұрын
DADGAD up a whole step.
the last song is incredible ! DADGAD tuning I think but not sure
@MoriceFR
7 жыл бұрын
it's ebeabe ! really nice to play
Could anyone tell me what kind of bass Bobby Vega is playing?
@CaptBattleship
6 жыл бұрын
nvm i found it: themusicemporium.com/guitars/used-vintage/halfling-bobby-vega-acoustic-bass-2005
That girl voice is soft and the guy guitar play great too
Sweet, whats the resonator guitar tunned to ? open D ?
@SingleCoilVoodoo
8 жыл бұрын
I am also wondering that very same thing
@seosamhv
8 жыл бұрын
D-A-D-Fsharp-A-D
@57tele
8 жыл бұрын
Dsus. Low to high d a d g a d.
@57tele
8 жыл бұрын
+57tele oops! Forgot to add it's up a whole step up from DADGAD. So EBEABE.
What make/model of acoustic bass is that?
@yousifa7354
8 жыл бұрын
I don't know, it sounds amazing though
@mindbodylightsound10
8 жыл бұрын
+Bill Bannister ribbecke halfling. if you search "bobby vega" in youtube there's a video of him talking about the bass.
what does this song mean to you?
fretless resonator!??
@57tele
4 жыл бұрын
Yep. Tuned DADGAD but a whole step up.
Who is the singer?
INVITE MODERN BASEBALL PLEASEEEE
Steve Kimock es un gran guitarrista, lastima que en este vídeo no puede jugar al 100%. Su música es más jam. Con decir que es de la escuela de guitarristas como Jerry Garcia con el cual ha tocado .
We need to get Steve and Tim Reynolds to get together w bob weir
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