Jim James: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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- Опубликовано: 19 июл 2024
- Oct. 26, 2018 | Bob Boilen -- A single voice can send a powerful message - and that's just what Jim James did at the Tiny Desk, with just his voice and an acoustic guitar. His lead-off song, "I'm Amazed," comes from My Morning Jacket's 2008 album Evil Urges. It's a prophetic song in many ways - it speaks not only of a divided nation and the need for justice but also to the beauty in the life and plight of others. It's something Jim James would find greater appreciation for after he fell from a stage at a My Morning Jacket concert, just three days before Evil Urges was to be released, sustaining life-threatening injuries. It would be a life-changing event and the inspiration for his first solo album years later, in 2013, Regions of Light and Sound of God.
Jim James' second song at the Tiny Desk, "Same Old Lie," comes from an album he released just days before the 2016 Presidential election. The lyrics take on a deeper meaning now, just days before the 2018 elections. "It's the same old lie you been reading about / Bleeding out - now who's getting cheated out? / You best believe it's the silent majority / If you don't vote it's on you, not me."
His closing tune, in what I think of as a purposeful trilogy for these political times, is from two albums he's released this year, Uniform Distortion and Uniform Clarity. The albums contain the same songs, performed with his blistering electric guitar on one and on the other, as here, acoustically. "Over and Over" is perfectly suited for "The Future of Voting 2018" tour he's embarked on. After 20-some odd years of putting out music, Jim James is full of fervor and compassion for others as he sings, "How can we make / The same mistakes / and still carry on / Living the same we did yesterday / Have we learned nothing at all?"
Set List
"I'm Amazed"
"Same Old Lie"
"Over and Over"
Credits
Producers: Bob Boilen, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineers: Suraya Mohamed, Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Kaylee Domzalski; Editor: Kaylee Domzalski; Production Assistant: Brie Martin; Photo: Madeleine Cook/NPR 
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I saw Jim James standing alone at a rally in DC in September. I approached him and said hello. He was extremely gracious and humble. I have been a fan for many years. Thanks for this wonderfully intimate concert.
ku klux klan rally?
A rally for what?
I have a similar story, back in 2009 I saw him play in VT and there was maybe 2000 people there. After the show he was literally just hanging out and he was the kindest person ever. He is such a beautiful human being.
If this video went viral I know the world would change. This man gets it. Words of change without being high and mighty about it! I have always lived my life in the way that I hope I leave a wake of happiness in every aspect even before I knew who he was. And ever since then I try to show people his music and his message because I am a firm believer that the message this man is tryna convey will change the world!! We’re all here together! We’re mostly not having a good time but we’re all trying! Gotta remember that we’re all just humans on this weird journey together and the only reasons any of us are enemies is because someone else told us to be. Peace and love friends!!!!!
A sane voice in an insane world.
We could all use a bit more MMJ in these hard times
I feel like Stan from American Dad when he first discovered My Morning Jacket every time I hear anything by Jim James or his band My Morning Jacket. 💛
I literally first hear of this band from an episode of American Dad and haven't stopped listening to My Morning Jacket😂❤
This man is so slept on. He is a great. Eternal Even... litterally opened my mind to him and now I can't get enough
literally?
WOW. Brilliant! Here is a silent ocean of standing ovation; we are all amazed.
Jim James is great and he's got such a great voice. Got that understated soul.
Thank you for this concert. I love that Mr. James is using his incredible talent to voice the concerns for so many Americans. Bravery, compassion and honesty in music may just heal the division in these dark times. Thank you and much love to Jim James for displaying courage and honesty in these 3 songs.
This is beautiful. No small talk and just feeling it all the way
He’s so good. So underrated. What a gem of a video. Thanks.
In all seriousness, you got so many damn fine musicians come to you and bring their totally different other interpretations of their songs to you, every time I visit spotify to look them up and find their songs and I am allways upset because it just doesn't sound as good as them little concerts they give at your place. Very well done, you have shown me so many artists I've already known in a different much more beautiful light and many other fine artists too! Big Thanks!
Love the message. Much needed; much appreciated.
There's something about #Jimjames that is very 'zen' and politically intune. Love and appreciated.
I feel ashamed that I didn’t know him! He really tells his stories. Love this
check out My Morning Jacket then! his voice was better back in the day too. Z is a good album to check out.
Listen to My Morning Jacket if you don't know them, folks. Dondante, It Beats 4 U, Wordless Chorus, Phone Went West. Great songs.
Mike H I probably listen to Z at least once a day
Their whole catalogue is magic and Jim James is the wizard.
Dude. One big holiday? best solo ever
gideon :)
Mike H rollin back
Jim James is a gem.
One human and one guitar are the two things that always catch me...so pure and true
Just keep making magical music. That is helping the world.
Same Old Lie...is.....Spiritually Blessed
Loved everything about this mini concert. Heartfelt.
Had the pleasure of seeing #jimjames in #Columbus Ohio and just like here on the #TinyDeskConcert he put on a fantastic show. Poetic Musician.
Genuine! And beautiful. I’m on board.
OMG! I'm Amazed is such a hard hitting and beautiful number.
Beautiful human. S/o to my fav band- mmj
He has that high lonesome echo sound on his albums that borrows from the best of the 1970s folk rock recordings.
This is fantastic ! We really like your work ! 🔥🙌🏽🔥
Finally!!!!! Can I get an amen for Yim Yames!
a man and his guitar. Cool vocals and artistic taste.
thaNK YOU jIM.
That just made my day! Happy friday
I love this beautiful man. OBH
Beautiful
Love
My baaaaabyyy ahhhhhhh I love him
Awesome 👍👍👍👍
His classic is Steam Engine acoustic during the rolling stone sessions. Few artists match that level.
One of the best of all time 100%
The Best
El mejor!!! 😫😍😌😌😌
Jim James at Britt 6/28/19. So happy to be there.
Awesome! It's Jim James!
See if y'all can get Yim Yames to come.
Bravo!!
Amazing
Awesome ❤️
hi dad
@@levonjb That's my boy 🎸🎸🎸
World class tone from that Baxendale!
Nice stuff
This guy's so great. A little disappointed by the comments. :/
right it's a bunch of people talking about his gum or bringing someone else on tiny desk..like come on..at least we know we love him. but we're closer to him cause we've listened over the years i'm sure.
@@kinder4931 Actually this is the first I've heard of him, but he's lovely. :)
@@Wonkyth oh man..there's a woooorld..go in whatever order you please if you do decide to jump in!
I’m amazed At How Jim did his whole set alone What a great wake up alarm
I read this comment as if Jim himself was singing it.
Royal Chicano he’s a great artist
Get Anthony Green to perform on Tiny Desk already!
Jeremiah Hernandez dude fuck yes. AG or Circa Survive would be so amazing.
❤️
This is really good, but nothing compares to the haunted vocals that came from recording in a grain silo. That was genius.
where do i find?
@@lilaccilla it's just how they recorded the vocals on the album At Dawn.
This is what should be played on every mainstream outlet. Enough Cardi B, and this MIGOS nonsense. Start playing something that has meaning so the public can hear something other than trash and toxicity
incredible performance
Yim!
I would love to see a CAKE tiny desk.
Italian leather sofa on tiny desk and I can die in peace.
Ranjan Crasta Hell Yes. Or Jolene. Honestly any song would be great
Take my like!
Put this comment to the top! I need to see this happen!! I love 🍰!! Local Talent!!
mega goon oh yes please yes
If only NPRMusic would go the distance...
This reminds me a ton of the soundtrack for “into the wild” by Eddie vedder. Pretty exclusive company, two amazing songwriters describing their observations of the human condition.
One of my favourite BeeGees gigs ever.
Im Here
He's a hippie shaman. My true spirit animal.
Thank You For This ! One question why do I see Jim James named spelled Yim Yames ? umm to me it seems confusing especially in a search lol Peace
Voice of an angel lol Stan
Shit I thought this was Hacksaw Jim Duggan.
HHHHHHHHHHHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
I love the cheeky gum hiding in his mouth
Some can't walk and chew gum. Jim James sings, plays guitar and chews gum.
Nice honest music & performance. In other news, “Jim” is short for “James”. Does that mean his real name is James James?
Jimbo James
Jimmy Jams
my Dad makes this joke every time we talk about Jim James. (We are a My Morning Jacket loving family haha)
Or Jim JIm?
Lol I’ve always thought that, James is his first name, definitely not his last. Yim Yames is a different story though!
He's good
NPR please consider the Accidentals!
freshest feed in the game. PUBLIC radio; listeners like US.
Indie forever
Yim Yames!
Hey
What about Martin Sexton someday? :)
Would be nice to see Soko, Soley and John Butler on NPR one day
Yim. 🦉🕉
Like to check out guitars I see on Tiny Desk. Anyone know this make?
I don't.. but he's been playing it for awhile now. Shouldn't be too hard of a find 👍
If Braun stroman never wins the universal title and gets released from the wwe he will be a success in music. He gives the guitar those hands
FUCK YES
Will you guys have Little Dragon on soon??
Why not my morning jacket ?
Because they aren’t playing together this whole year.
@Bobby BottleService and I hope he continues talking about politics and religion in his solo work. It is spectacular
@Bobby BottleService and that's why it is art (:
This was amazing. He's also chewing gum and you can hear that in the mic, which is funny. I've been diggin no-reverb jim james.
I rest my case m'lord
Get Jonas Alaska, The Staves, or Johnny Flynn on here. It would be amazing
You guys should get “NECRO” on the show
Nice video
7:36an here in Argentina. Tanks for this sound. More this sound, less sound from boms and guns
¡Aguante la Argentina! Abrazo desde Chile, muchos amigos por allá.
@@GonzaloLara viva chile po! Un abrazo
Chewing gum while singing? My 7th grade chorus teacher would have choke slammed me for that offense.
Moistens the mouth, helpful for singers
I had a music teacher like that. Drove more people away from music than it attracted. Children should be treated with compassion and respect.
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Seriously looks terrible.
Grohl does the same thing
Matisse and Carla Morrison would be a great addition to the Tiny Desk episodes!
🎸🔊🎶
nice
Jim James puts his pants on one leg at a time
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Juan Mora that’s the only episode of American Dad I’ve ever seen and I’ve seen it like six times.
Bruh our mans is singing with a wad of gum in his mouth
Some singers need gum to keep their throat moist.
I occasionally listen to Jim James and My morning Jacket and I like them both very much but for some reason I never made the connection.
I'd bonk my head on the desk but it would ruin the music :P
I'm on the same boat. Every time I dive back into their music I'm like "woah, this has the potential to become a favorite" and yet every time I forget about them within days.
Except for Dondante.
@@makkietakkie Dondante live is insane. Best moment of my concert-going life.
Absolutely amazing performance! But I still have one question: When will we see Childish Gambino on here??? When he does small performances like this platform they're always incredible.
7:51 weezer?
No
Here from watching American Dad 😂.
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you guys NEED to bring rex orange country
Dewey Cox??? is that you !!!!!
Dallas green please
2:42
Kid Travis plss:)
i really wish he woulda done something like steam engine, war begun, or the way that he sings...that song melts me. Amazing artist and song writer, but i find myself only listening to records up to circuital
yeaahh dropped off mmj after Z. All those records after Z just arent as good
Why yall didnt let him have the whole band.... i think it would have been dope to put more music behind him
does he have gum in his mouth , wouldnt he sound better without it, i love this show
*rex orange country :NPR tiny desk concert??*