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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  • @daraotl5187
    @daraotl5187 4 года назад +1749

    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
      @bartologonzo 4 года назад +41

      I can't stop laughing x'D

    • @jasonbrooks633
      @jasonbrooks633 4 года назад +19

      Dara Otl I am crying laughing at this comment

    • @EchoesOfLight7
      @EchoesOfLight7 4 года назад +12

      God. 13 fucking minutes laughing hahahhaha. Cheers!

    • @Miki-23
      @Miki-23 4 года назад +9

      Dara Otl i cant believe how much I’m laughing rn

    • @brittnance1878
      @brittnance1878 4 года назад +4

      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....

  • @Bozymandias1
    @Bozymandias1 4 года назад +237

    this horn guy absolutely left his stove on at home.

  • @kenzlflakes
    @kenzlflakes 4 года назад +569

    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
      @willibobsful 4 года назад +11

      But what might happen with more recognition? nothing good usually.He knows the score in that respect i'm sure.

    • @absoledge
      @absoledge 4 года назад +18

      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
      @casualuser8064 4 года назад +13

      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
      @deadfool33 4 года назад +15

      I taught myself how to play guitar because of this guy. Hes my favorite.

    • @STaSHZILLA420
      @STaSHZILLA420 4 года назад +8

      He's an honest gem from our generation. A treasure.

  • @kjelljesus3784
    @kjelljesus3784 4 года назад +2079

    The guy on the french horn looks like he constantly wonders wtf is happening

    • @itsgub
      @itsgub 4 года назад +60

      Nar. He knows more than us bro

    • @DiamondsAndLace
      @DiamondsAndLace 4 года назад +21

      Kjell Jesus 😂😂😂 now that’s all I can see 🥴

    • @AI3JeWelz
      @AI3JeWelz 4 года назад +46

      Ah I love RUclips Comments

    • @Sandybowls_9001
      @Sandybowls_9001 4 года назад +49

      I'm pretty sure that's just the face you have to make while playing the French horn.

    • @theMusiCandMedicinE
      @theMusiCandMedicinE 4 года назад +12

      He's simply searching for and plucking the notes out of mid air via his eyballs.. ya know, cos his arms be busy

  • @andginisin
    @andginisin 4 года назад +727

    Rip horn guy who will only see comments about his eyebrows lol
    you have a great, warm sound

  • @lordbuddybear
    @lordbuddybear 4 года назад +150

    He's such a great guitarist. And what a nice idea to be accompanied by a horn player only

  • @jeangregoire478
    @jeangregoire478 4 года назад +342

    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
      @kroekman6 4 года назад +8

      that was one of the most memorable gigs i ever attended!

    • @rpolisher
      @rpolisher 2 года назад +2

      His show was mesmerizing, full of soul and age old magic. YES!

    • @Remu-
      @Remu- Год назад +1

      Omg that's amazing xD

    • @alicecook3859
      @alicecook3859 Год назад +1

      I AGREE it's fully of old age magic and soul warmth ❤❤❤

    • @DjVerox
      @DjVerox 11 месяцев назад

      Oh i was there too :)!!

  • @adamobyrne2954
    @adamobyrne2954 4 года назад +154

    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
      @vgamedude12 4 года назад +13

      His songs are some of the most fun and rewarding to play in my opinion. They are definitely difficult

    • @TheVeek192
      @TheVeek192 4 года назад +3

      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
      @leeroden7900 4 года назад +6

      He is ridiculously good

    • @lyapunovnchill3028
      @lyapunovnchill3028 Год назад +4

      @@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.

  • @thorodin735
    @thorodin735 4 года назад +250

    I see y'all had a talk with your camera person. Good on ya.

  • @martincampbell2208
    @martincampbell2208 4 года назад +123

    How does it sound like he's playing 2 guitars at once? He's Absolutely incredible!

    • @rob_3417
      @rob_3417 4 года назад +3

      Have a listen to Justin Townes Earle. Very similar guitar playing

    • @CarsickHitchhikers
      @CarsickHitchhikers 4 года назад +8

      He is using finger picks like you would banjo. Playing Scruggs style on guitar

    • @thegoose0m1
      @thegoose0m1 3 года назад +4

      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
      @christiandixon2086 3 года назад +11

      He's playing the second one with his feet

    • @shaunatherton8328
      @shaunatherton8328 3 года назад

      Affects pedal

  • @itsmehjesssicaa
    @itsmehjesssicaa 4 года назад +76

    I wish more people knew about him! Ugh his music has been helping my anxiety for years

    • @angusmcleod9400
      @angusmcleod9400 4 года назад +6

      Itsmehjesssicaa Morris if I could throw my man knickers at him I would!

    • @lindsaywhite9437
      @lindsaywhite9437 4 года назад +5

      Easily my favorite living musician.

  • @northrnaurora
    @northrnaurora 4 года назад +35

    Kristian is like fine wine... I've been enjoying his music for year now & each album gets a little bit better. 😁

  • @grantdickey
    @grantdickey 4 года назад +64

    10 years now this has been my "go to" artist for a little emotional boost. Thank you so much. Kristian..... TMOE

  • @JK-lf9yf
    @JK-lf9yf 3 года назад +18

    I love how he's grown. He seems super light and free and enjoying himself.

  • @hansfritz7067
    @hansfritz7067 4 года назад +61

    One of those unique voices you can't help but enjoy. It pairs surprisingly well with the smooth tone of the french horn.

  • @strngwthr11
    @strngwthr11 Год назад +2

    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. 😭😭😭‼️

  • @banterwiththelads2638
    @banterwiththelads2638 4 года назад +62

    This an absolute dream, his first concert is a classic, glad to see him back again.

  • @razzc7
    @razzc7 Год назад +10

    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

  • @jlsvideos5990
    @jlsvideos5990 4 года назад +210

    Horn dude looks like a confused time traveler from the 13th century

  • @LC-le9ew
    @LC-le9ew 4 года назад +13

    A beautiful and unique duo. I could listen to “I’ll Be a Sky” forever and ever.

  • @TheMissOmni
    @TheMissOmni 4 года назад +45

    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
      @antonbrask4574 4 года назад +4

      Damn, you described it so perfectly.

    • @albianchi
      @albianchi 2 года назад +1

      Nicely said..poetry

  • @miguelgomes8001
    @miguelgomes8001 4 года назад +46

    00:00 What I've been kicking around
    03:49 I'll Be a Sky
    08:30 The Running Styles of New York

  • @fabi_briefs
    @fabi_briefs Год назад +4

    since my 14years i listen this man, now i have 25years. He is incridble

  • @gerardolozano5431
    @gerardolozano5431 4 года назад +35

    Just searched for his old performance, turned out he had a new one. OH YES

  • @amelia_babelia
    @amelia_babelia 4 года назад +12

    the horn player is so good. amazing tone

  • @desert_holly
    @desert_holly 4 года назад +6

    I adore CJ...his eyes relay his passion & talent. 💓

  • @arielaaa7107
    @arielaaa7107 4 года назад +426

    1:01 watching a movie with my parents and a nude scene comes on

    • @DerekSmyth
      @DerekSmyth 4 года назад +1

      ariel aaa you too has a major share in owning the interwebby thingo today.

    • @Adam-th2ws
      @Adam-th2ws 4 года назад +1

      Loool

    • @johnpepito6514
      @johnpepito6514 4 года назад +7

      Damn almost choked on my hot chocolate with that one

    • @lagunabxo
      @lagunabxo 4 года назад

      😂😂😂

    • @guilleterra
      @guilleterra 4 года назад +1

      Oh@@DerekSmyth, stop trying to make 'interwebby thingo' happen, it's NOT going to happen!

  • @ChakFournier
    @ChakFournier 4 года назад +11

    So glad Tiny desk is now allowing Artists to return ! Perfect to see the evolution !

  • @Will-wp2cp
    @Will-wp2cp 4 года назад +13

    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!

  • @pickledpeper
    @pickledpeper 4 года назад +49

    That dude's eyebrow position is directly correlated to the pitch of the note he plays

    • @alexfvcruz
      @alexfvcruz 4 года назад +1

      looks like me during guitar solos, my mouth closes and opens to the note pitch

  • @OsmonArtist
    @OsmonArtist 4 года назад +1

    Brilliant as always

  • @gabrieljosefson7467
    @gabrieljosefson7467 4 года назад +5

    Seen him live 3 times. It's always a wonderful experience.

  • @earthmama_luma
    @earthmama_luma 4 года назад +1

    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.

  • @allenbell1427
    @allenbell1427 4 года назад +4

    Oh god I’ve loved this dudes music for so long, good to see another Tiny Desk for him

  • @astronaut4291
    @astronaut4291 4 года назад +5

    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!

  • @BartimaeusOfUruk
    @BartimaeusOfUruk 4 года назад +134

    I think the eyebrows of the guy playing the french horn are the real MVP of the show.

  • @OurBungalow
    @OurBungalow 4 года назад +111

    This notification tickled me in all the right places

  • @steveparadiso6019
    @steveparadiso6019 3 года назад +4

    My first exposure to this Kristian Matsson (yes, I live under a rock). Love this guy. Reminds me of a young Dylan.

  • @magnuskjrbrols97
    @magnuskjrbrols97 4 года назад +4

    YES HE’S BACK HERE! Saw him live in Copenhagen. Breathtaking artist!

  • @akshaymasurkar1
    @akshaymasurkar1 4 года назад +49

    I've been checking my phone every 10 seconds for the snarky puppy npr notification!

    • @sergiopaixao2625
      @sergiopaixao2625 4 года назад +2

      Probably you (and all of us) will need to wait for a couple of months until it comes out.

    • @garrettbabcock9024
      @garrettbabcock9024 4 года назад

      That would be quite a squeeze for that space but yes.

  • @stephaniedaza8578
    @stephaniedaza8578 4 года назад +2

    I think about this man and his music often! His music inspired my youth and so happy to see him again! 🧡

  • @SwitchbackImages
    @SwitchbackImages 4 года назад +4

    Saw him in Asheville, NC and he was absolutely incredible! Glad to see him back at NPR

  • @Kyle-ql5eg
    @Kyle-ql5eg 4 года назад +7

    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.

  • @vertigohed
    @vertigohed 8 месяцев назад +1

    Saw him open for Bon Iver in 2008 and my life was forever changed.

  • @vukcevu5854
    @vukcevu5854 4 года назад +7

    Omgg im so happy to see him here again 😍😍😍😍

  • @jeffijeff
    @jeffijeff 4 года назад +3

    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!

  • @storiesnotstuff
    @storiesnotstuff 4 года назад

    Beautiful, can't wait to sing along

  • @DakotaRoundtree
    @DakotaRoundtree 3 года назад +4

    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!

  • @blindjohn2969
    @blindjohn2969 4 года назад +1

    i keep coming back here. have heard this 10x probably now. Real good one

  • @davidmcdonough7774
    @davidmcdonough7774 4 года назад +1

    Great concert at the tiny desk. Interesting set up with the horn and I loved it! Hope to see you live someday!

  • @eminecr7
    @eminecr7 3 года назад +2

    Some kind of life in his music, hard to find elsewhere.

  • @fbabo
    @fbabo 4 года назад +2

    this is just absolutely moving, so amazing.

  • @yoyoma8485
    @yoyoma8485 3 года назад +1

    I am so incredibly entertained by this.

  • @jamiehinchliffe5091
    @jamiehinchliffe5091 2 года назад +2

    Your music makes me feel so happy!

  • @theinbetweener216
    @theinbetweener216 4 года назад

    Loved it! I could listen to this for hours

  • @joeray2579
    @joeray2579 4 года назад

    Not only a fantastic voice, it was pleasantly upbeat. First time hearing them. Enjoyed it!

  • @ChristopherHerzan
    @ChristopherHerzan 2 года назад +2

    Wow! This guy is great

  • @funclaysculptures3758
    @funclaysculptures3758 4 года назад +4

    I love TMOE. So glad they had him on this show.

  • @marcelmiagi4579
    @marcelmiagi4579 4 года назад

    Kristian on Tiny Desk! Best way to start my morning! Thanks NPR! ❤️

  • @JeremiahSpeaks
    @JeremiahSpeaks 4 года назад +120

    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

  • @antonbrask4574
    @antonbrask4574 4 года назад +2

    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.

  • @vgamedude12
    @vgamedude12 4 года назад +2

    Trumpet was a great addition to Ill be a sky, really enjoyed this.

  • @AI3JeWelz
    @AI3JeWelz 4 года назад +48

    He was the first guy I saw on npr back then

  • @samlefebre5284
    @samlefebre5284 4 года назад +3

    The 2009 show was definitely the best discovery I've made through Tiny Desk shows. Cool seeing him come back around.

  • @c.jarmstrong3111
    @c.jarmstrong3111 4 года назад +2

    My guy is still fucking killing it, my favourite guitar player of all time. This man got me through highschool and early uni

  • @SteveDave227
    @SteveDave227 4 года назад +1

    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.

  • @scottbrown8614
    @scottbrown8614 4 года назад

    Incredible!! Love them

  • @atalkinghead3637
    @atalkinghead3637 4 года назад +2

    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.

  • @jan2bratt
    @jan2bratt 4 года назад

    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!

  • @ryandelp5048
    @ryandelp5048 3 года назад +1

    The joy I feel watching this 😊

  • @SupernalOne
    @SupernalOne 4 года назад +1

    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

  • @anotherman08
    @anotherman08 4 года назад +2

    You are amazing, TMOE.

  • @danihost1785
    @danihost1785 4 года назад

    What an incredible performance!

  • @PencilFingerz
    @PencilFingerz 4 года назад

    I was just watching his old episode yesterday thinking... man I hope they have him on again soon. Thanks guys!

  • @mackthemark9105
    @mackthemark9105 4 года назад +3

    He’s back!!! His first Tiny Desk was what helped get me into Tiny Desks in the first place!! 😃

  • @lovelife3407
    @lovelife3407 3 года назад

    THAT was a tall session! CJ Camerieri elevated it all beautifully. Thank you ❤

  • @angusmcleod9400
    @angusmcleod9400 4 года назад +4

    this is pure joy,

  • @TheWhyer
    @TheWhyer 4 года назад +1

    Excited to see all my favorite artists come back to do a Tiny Desk 10 years after their first

  • @mlgry
    @mlgry 4 года назад

    No words can describe my excitement of seeing this on my feed today!

  • @taysonjensen5322
    @taysonjensen5322 Год назад

    Youuuuuu are quite simply my favorite

  • @SeamusHutchensMusic
    @SeamusHutchensMusic 4 года назад

    God, I love you guys so much for having him back. I love him, too, for coming back even after all of his succes.

  • @ShadesoffosedahS
    @ShadesoffosedahS 4 года назад

    Even better than the last visit. Love you Kristian!

  • @Schwiin
    @Schwiin 3 года назад +4

    8:17 = absolute perfection.

  • @turo0903
    @turo0903 4 года назад

    I've been waiting for thisss for so longggg!!!

    • @zyxwvut4740
      @zyxwvut4740 4 года назад +1

      Then you probably already know, but here is his first TDC from 2009:
      ruclips.net/video/JLRTleMY_mc/видео.html

  • @bruno_dias
    @bruno_dias 4 года назад +5

    The modern Bob Dylan of the past. So talented and of a great artistic sense. And live is even better!

  • @MrBoomie00
    @MrBoomie00 4 года назад +1

    About time yall had him back on!

  • @garrettbabcock9024
    @garrettbabcock9024 4 года назад +1

    What a dope telecaster. And his playing style on it really works.

  • @lupertazzi6533
    @lupertazzi6533 4 года назад

    this is so beautiful

  • @tomas5376
    @tomas5376 4 года назад

    Great music...Love the horns!👍✌️😊🙏🏼

  • @MaximusFood
    @MaximusFood 4 года назад +21

    He is Leo DiCaprio + Jack Nicholson

  • @intermedianguitarsguild4482
    @intermedianguitarsguild4482 4 года назад

    Great tone the lot of you!

  • @fblio7146
    @fblio7146 4 года назад +12

    I saw C.J. Camerieri who's playing trumpet and horn on tour with Paul Simon last year

    • @TheVeek192
      @TheVeek192 4 года назад

      Well, congratulations. You want applause or what?

    • @fblio7146
      @fblio7146 4 года назад

      vee kay What’s your problem?!

  • @storiesnotstuff
    @storiesnotstuff 4 года назад +8

    I love those french horn eyes

  • @WhiskeySprit
    @WhiskeySprit 4 года назад +5

    Cant understand why that MainStream Radio sh*t has million of views, while he is soo underrated . Def deserves more fame

    • @miguelgomes8001
      @miguelgomes8001 4 года назад +2

      Don't worry about that, he is recognised by the people that truly understand music .. not everyone can have good taste in everything that's why it will be special when you encounter someone with the same refined tastes as you

  • @nikolaisoerensen
    @nikolaisoerensen 4 года назад +5

    I'm trying to play some of his songs for some years now. He is a very, very creative guitarist

  • @TheMktias
    @TheMktias 4 года назад

    I love you!! thanks Tiny Desk !! love you too!

  • @colinogorman4401
    @colinogorman4401 4 года назад +2

    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.

  • @kathyhollenbach7413
    @kathyhollenbach7413 2 года назад

    Really enjoy this man's guitar playing; he's great!

  • @BrklynBread
    @BrklynBread 4 года назад +4

    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
      @aa-xn6vi 4 года назад

      Yes to this, same!

    • @cowieson
      @cowieson 4 года назад

      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!

  • @theweirdsoul_
    @theweirdsoul_ 4 года назад +3

    This notification made my day. I've been longing for a reappearance and Bob has granted my wish