The Tallest Man On Earth: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert (2019)
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Watch The Tallest Man On Earth play "What I've Been Kicking Around", "I'll Be A Sky" and "The Running Styles of New York" at the Tiny Desk.
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Sept. 9, 2019 | Bob Boilen -- It's 10 years almost to the day since we published The Tallest Man On Earth's Tiny Desk in 2009. What I remember most about that performance was the intensity of Kristian Matsson and how astonished our audience was to discover him. I think of it as one of our very first viral videos. Tiny Desk Concerts were in their infancy in 2009; we had recorded only about 25 by the time he visited my desk. Now, almost 850 Tiny Desk Concerts later, The Tallest Man On Earth returns with a touch of grey and a beard, but still ever so slender and intense.
The Swedish singer now splits his time between Djurås, Sweden and Brooklyn, N.Y., and has just put out his fifth studio album titled, I Love You. It's a Fever Dream. I think Kristian Matsson's words are more focused, more observational and more appreciative of life than in the past. His new song, "The Running Styles of New York," begins with, "I hear beauty in things / Like the neighbors return / To their love and pride / Their day like a wicked ride / But then to belong."
C.J. Camerieri joins him on French Horn and trumpet and those mournful sounds amplify these songs and their thoughtful intent. Hey, Kristian, want to come back in 2029?
SET LIST
"What I've Been Kicking Around"
"I'll Be A Sky"
"The Running Styles of New York"
MUSICIANS
Kristian Matsson: vocals, guitar; C.J. Camerieri: trumpet, French horn
CREDITS
Producers: Bob Boilen, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Jeremiah Rhodes; Associate Producer: Bobby Carter; Production Assistant: Paul Georgoulis; Executive Producer: Lauren Onkey; VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann; Photo: Shuran Huang/NPR
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this horn guy absolutely left his stove on at home.
@martinparidon9056
3 жыл бұрын
Okay this is the best one :D:D
@brittanymabry6202
2 жыл бұрын
LOL THAT IS WHAT HAPPENED TO HORN GUY
@HMbeav8404
2 жыл бұрын
oh gosh and that is now all i see
The Horn player has been possessed. He has never played the French horn until now and he cannot stop. He doesn't know what's happening and is quite surprised Editing this two years later to clarify that I LOVE TTMOE and the horn player is wicked.
@bartologonzo
4 жыл бұрын
I can't stop laughing x'D
@jasonbrooks633
4 жыл бұрын
Dara Otl I am crying laughing at this comment
@EchoesOfLight7
4 жыл бұрын
God. 13 fucking minutes laughing hahahhaha. Cheers!
@Miki-23
4 жыл бұрын
Dara Otl i cant believe how much I’m laughing rn
@brittnance1878
4 жыл бұрын
Why is this bout to be a thread..... But as quickly as the surprise came to be, the tiniest of snigglings almost became a thought but it was lost again to the surprise at hand: a cold and sobering sensation washed across his brain and a sink in his guts caught his breath: Neil was standing like a pro and fluently blowing a French Horn..... And he was able to anticipate what bars to blow next....
The guy on the french horn looks like he constantly wonders wtf is happening
@itsgub
4 жыл бұрын
Nar. He knows more than us bro
@MoozKcilc
4 жыл бұрын
Kjell Jesus 😂😂😂 now that’s all I can see 🥴
@AI3JeWelz
4 жыл бұрын
Ah I love KZread Comments
@Sandybowls_9001
4 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure that's just the face you have to make while playing the French horn.
@theMusiCandMedicinE
4 жыл бұрын
He's simply searching for and plucking the notes out of mid air via his eyballs.. ya know, cos his arms be busy
Rip horn guy who will only see comments about his eyebrows lol you have a great, warm sound
@IDontKnowCorp
4 жыл бұрын
bless
@YepsMr
4 жыл бұрын
i havent seen any comments on his eyebrows
@giselahubeny6967
4 жыл бұрын
Love the horn guy 🤗✌❤
@ezequielporfiri8822
3 жыл бұрын
exactly! nobody wonders how good he did it!
I see y'all had a talk with your camera person. Good on ya.
@christiandixon2086
3 жыл бұрын
PMSL
I've been following this guys for a good 10 years now, and I am so happy he is still going strong. He's so talented, and should get way more recognition.
@willibobsful
4 жыл бұрын
But what might happen with more recognition? nothing good usually.He knows the score in that respect i'm sure.
@absoledge
4 жыл бұрын
I've actually been following him for a good ten and a half years so I probably am more happy that he is still going strong
@casualuser8064
4 жыл бұрын
Saw him at his first US show in Boston, it's still memorable 10 years later. He was on the verge of tears staring out over a sold out crowd.
@deadfool33
4 жыл бұрын
I taught myself how to play guitar because of this guy. Hes my favorite.
@STaSHZILLA420
4 жыл бұрын
He's an honest gem from our generation. A treasure.
Back at the Pukkelpop 2012, he had a small 1 hour set mid afternoon. The organizers must have thought that we'd be just chillin' around in front of a folk set after two days of punk rock and electronic music. They just didn't see it coming. His show was mesmerizing, full of soul and age old magic. The crowd went mental and he went out in style. That's when the 10m high tent started shaking with people pushing on the pillars with the crowd chanting "One more" insanely loud for 5 whole minutes. For a moment it seemed it would escalate and then he just popped back on stage thanking the crowd profusely and played 2 more insane tracks until the technicians cut the power. To this day I still believe I saw a man backstage in panic pushing him on set like a sacrifice to the crowd. Best. Show. Ever.
@kroekman6
4 жыл бұрын
that was one of the most memorable gigs i ever attended!
@rpolisher
2 жыл бұрын
His show was mesmerizing, full of soul and age old magic. YES!
@Remu-
Жыл бұрын
Omg that's amazing xD
@alicecook3859
Жыл бұрын
I AGREE it's fully of old age magic and soul warmth ❤❤❤
@DjVerox
10 ай бұрын
Oh i was there too :)!!
He's such a great guitarist. And what a nice idea to be accompanied by a horn player only
How does it sound like he's playing 2 guitars at once? He's Absolutely incredible!
@rob_3417
4 жыл бұрын
Have a listen to Justin Townes Earle. Very similar guitar playing
@CarsickHitchhikers
4 жыл бұрын
He is using finger picks like you would banjo. Playing Scruggs style on guitar
@thegoose0m1
3 жыл бұрын
He apparently also uses a lot of open and alternate tunings, which can make it easier to play complex right hand patterns because you don't have to worry so much about your left hand.
@christiandixon2086
3 жыл бұрын
He's playing the second one with his feet
@shaunatherton8328
3 жыл бұрын
Affects pedal
He may be one of the most underrated guitarists of all time, its such difficult rhythms he just seems to make flow so comfortably.
@vgamedude12
4 жыл бұрын
His songs are some of the most fun and rewarding to play in my opinion. They are definitely difficult
@TheVeek192
4 жыл бұрын
He's not "underrated." Why do you say that? It's not the same as being unknown. He's not widely recognized. No such thing as underrated.
@leeroden7900
4 жыл бұрын
He is ridiculously good
@lyapunovnchill3028
Жыл бұрын
@@TheVeek192 I agree with the sentiment. Everybody that knows about TTMOE reckognizes that he is one of the best musicians out there, both as a songwriter and as a guitarist, but suprisingly few people know about his music. His music is so next level it is insane. He has the songwritning skills of Dylan and the guitar skills of Chet Atkins.
Horn dude looks like a confused time traveler from the 13th century
@BEENROOT
4 жыл бұрын
best comment
@megamushroom
4 жыл бұрын
@@BEENROOT yes
I love how he's grown. He seems super light and free and enjoying himself.
I wish more people knew about him! Ugh his music has been helping my anxiety for years
@angusmcleod9400
4 жыл бұрын
Itsmehjesssicaa Morris if I could throw my man knickers at him I would!
@lindsaywhite9437
4 жыл бұрын
Easily my favorite living musician.
One of those unique voices you can't help but enjoy. It pairs surprisingly well with the smooth tone of the french horn.
since my 14years i listen this man, now i have 25years. He is incridble
Kristian is like fine wine... I've been enjoying his music for year now & each album gets a little bit better. 😁
10 years now this has been my "go to" artist for a little emotional boost. Thank you so much. Kristian..... TMOE
This an absolute dream, his first concert is a classic, glad to see him back again.
I don't know what planet I've been living on but I've only been introduced last night via a Spotify suggested song for a playlist I was making. Listened for hours, woke up and kept going, immediately bought a ticket to a show in September and now watching his Tiny Desks. My life has changed overnight. 😭😭😭‼️
Saw him in early 2022 and he performed alone for over 2 hours and not one person left the hall during the performance. He’s so incredibly talented and captivating it’s insane
the horn player is so good. amazing tone
Just searched for his old performance, turned out he had a new one. OH YES
A beautiful and unique duo. I could listen to “I’ll Be a Sky” forever and ever.
A fantastically whimsical performance by The Tallest Man On Earth makes you feel as if you're walking through a deep forest with hidden meadows you stumble across every so often that bring you into the sun. Thanks TTMOE & thankyou NPR
@antonbrask4574
4 жыл бұрын
Damn, you described it so perfectly.
@albianchi
2 жыл бұрын
Nicely said..poetry
1:01 watching a movie with my parents and a nude scene comes on
@DerekSmyth
4 жыл бұрын
ariel aaa you too has a major share in owning the interwebby thingo today.
@Adam-th2ws
4 жыл бұрын
Loool
@johnpepito6514
4 жыл бұрын
Damn almost choked on my hot chocolate with that one
@lagunabxo
4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@guilleterra
4 жыл бұрын
Oh@@DerekSmyth, stop trying to make 'interwebby thingo' happen, it's NOT going to happen!
I think the eyebrows of the guy playing the french horn are the real MVP of the show.
So glad Tiny desk is now allowing Artists to return ! Perfect to see the evolution !
That dude's eyebrow position is directly correlated to the pitch of the note he plays
@alexfvcruz
4 жыл бұрын
looks like me during guitar solos, my mouth closes and opens to the note pitch
I adore CJ...his eyes relay his passion & talent. 💓
10 years almost to the day since he was last on NPR Tiny Desk. He has changed a bit, but has the same spirit. A little more confident, and you can still pick the splinters out of that guitar, Kristian! Keep up the writing. And this Martin sounds much better than the Guild from 10 years ago, good change there!
Seen him live 3 times. It's always a wonderful experience.
My first exposure to this Kristian Matsson (yes, I live under a rock). Love this guy. Reminds me of a young Dylan.
Some kind of life in his music, hard to find elsewhere.
This notification tickled me in all the right places
@AustenSummers
4 жыл бұрын
Wut
@RobertF-
4 жыл бұрын
👁️👁️
@hh4826
4 жыл бұрын
oh..
I've been checking my phone every 10 seconds for the snarky puppy npr notification!
@sergiopaixao2625
4 жыл бұрын
Probably you (and all of us) will need to wait for a couple of months until it comes out.
@garrettbabcock9024
4 жыл бұрын
That would be quite a squeeze for that space but yes.
Shallow Grave and The Wild Hunt are two albums that have accompanied on so many journeys and a few hardships too. Glad to see him back at Tiny Desk!
He was the first guy I saw on npr back then
00:00 What I've been kicking around 03:49 I'll Be a Sky 08:30 The Running Styles of New York
Wow! This guy is great
Saw him open for Bon Iver in 2008 and my life was forever changed.
YES HE’S BACK HERE! Saw him live in Copenhagen. Breathtaking artist!
Saw him in Asheville, NC and he was absolutely incredible! Glad to see him back at NPR
Oh god I’ve loved this dudes music for so long, good to see another Tiny Desk for him
Omgg im so happy to see him here again 😍😍😍😍
He is Leo DiCaprio + Jack Nicholson
Brilliant as always
I met him on April, the humblest, most awesome and sweetest human being you can imagine. Also, Tiny Desk introduced me to his music a long looong time ago!
You can turn the sound off and know exactly what note C.J. is playing based on the position of his eyebrows. I think it's very kind of him to make this TDC accessible to the hearing impaired. Thank you, sir.
Loved his music for years. Been on the tallest man on earth kick lately and then this was posted. What wonderful timing. Good job npr.
Trumpet was a great addition to Ill be a sky, really enjoyed this.
I love those french horn eyes
I love TMOE. So glad they had him on this show.
He’s back!!! His first Tiny Desk was what helped get me into Tiny Desks in the first place!! 😃
My guy is still fucking killing it, my favourite guitar player of all time. This man got me through highschool and early uni
The 2009 show was definitely the best discovery I've made through Tiny Desk shows. Cool seeing him come back around.
@Jeremy.Bearemy
2 жыл бұрын
And glad that cameraman got fired
I love how the Tallest Man on Earth plays guitar; it's as if they feed him watermelon and iced tea before the performance and he has to go to the restroom
@womanzuzu9688
4 жыл бұрын
Haha what the heck
@ericforsyth
4 жыл бұрын
And a visit to the restroom costs a silver dollar
@hansenmatthewt
3 жыл бұрын
Excuse me?
@JeremiahSpeaks
3 жыл бұрын
@@hansenmatthewt That's a joke 🤗
@JeremiahSpeaks
3 жыл бұрын
It's a joke my friend 🤗
I saw him live about 8 years ago in a small cinder block garage venue in Salt Lake City, Utah. The opener was Nathaniel Rateliff (solo), before he formed Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats. It was one of the most epic concerts ever.
Beautiful, can't wait to sing along
i keep coming back here. have heard this 10x probably now. Real good one
The modern Bob Dylan of the past. So talented and of a great artistic sense. And live is even better!
I remember seeing The Tallest Man on this channel like 10 years ago. It's crazy that it's been that long. Anyway, thanks for the amazing content for so many years!
I think about this man and his music often! His music inspired my youth and so happy to see him again! 🧡
this is just absolutely moving, so amazing.
Kristian on Tiny Desk! Best way to start my morning! Thanks NPR! ❤️
Your music makes me feel so happy!
Kristian's first visit to NPR was the first Tiny Desk Concert I ever watched. TEN YEARS AGO. Amazing. I've been waiting a decade to see him play again.
Loved it! I could listen to this for hours
I am so incredibly entertained by this.
One of the greatest songwriters around
8:17 = absolute perfection.
this is pure joy,
I was just watching his old episode yesterday thinking... man I hope they have him on again soon. Thanks guys!
You are amazing, TMOE.
THAT was a tall session! CJ Camerieri elevated it all beautifully. Thank you ❤
The joy I feel watching this 😊
What an incredible performance!
No words can describe my excitement of seeing this on my feed today!
Been rocking with this guy since my curiosity was piqued after seeing that Infiniti car commercial. A real talent and can tell he whole heatedly lives and bleeds for his craft. Would love to see him live one day
@aa-xn6vi
4 жыл бұрын
Yes to this, same!
@cowieson
4 жыл бұрын
Completely agree. I was lucky enough to see him quite a few years back: I definitely highly recommend seeing him live if you get the opportunity!
Chills all the way through, especially at 11:48 just insanely good. One of those moments when a song or a performance really hits you.
@peacockt0602
4 жыл бұрын
Crisp asf
Not only a fantastic voice, it was pleasantly upbeat. First time hearing them. Enjoyed it!
Great concert at the tiny desk. Interesting set up with the horn and I loved it! Hope to see you live someday!
Even better than the last visit. Love you Kristian!
I'm trying to play some of his songs for some years now. He is a very, very creative guitarist
About time yall had him back on!
Went straight from watching this to purchasing his new unit. love this man's music and performance. He has only gotten better since his first tiny desk concert. Tallest Man at the tiniest desk!
Incredible!! Love them
I saw this man play in DC, he was outstanding -- two or three money notes per song, new original music, heartfelt delivery - two thumbs up for this guy
He’s always reminded me of Bob Dylan. Love it.
What a dope telecaster. And his playing style on it really works.
Youuuuuu are quite simply my favorite
I've been waiting for thisss for so longggg!!!
@zyxwvut4740
4 жыл бұрын
Then you probably already know, but here is his first TDC from 2009: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fICGts6efbzFncY.html
I saw C.J. Camerieri who's playing trumpet and horn on tour with Paul Simon last year
@TheVeek192
4 жыл бұрын
Well, congratulations. You want applause or what?
@fblio7146
4 жыл бұрын
vee kay What’s your problem?!
this is so beautiful
This man started my journey with TDC! I’ve found so many unbelievable musicians all due to one tall man and his sad little garden.
Excited to see all my favorite artists come back to do a Tiny Desk 10 years after their first
Me: what's he on? Also me: he's on another level, dang
@nwananka
4 жыл бұрын
Lol
@CodyAlushin
4 жыл бұрын
He's on music
@karlajung1107
4 жыл бұрын
@@CodyAlushin I need to try it sometime
@CodyAlushin
4 жыл бұрын
@@karlajung1107 saw him life a few months ago and it was a truly life changing experience. TOO. GOOD.
@karlajung1107
4 жыл бұрын
@@CodyAlushin rad. 🤘🏼 glad to hear it
God, I love you guys so much for having him back. I love him, too, for coming back even after all of his succes.
I love you!! thanks Tiny Desk !! love you too!
Great music...Love the horns!👍✌️😊🙏🏼
Missed you tiny man with giant soul, welcome back