Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

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  • Опубликовано: 1 окт 2017
  • Sept. 25, 2017 | Robin Hilton -- It's hard to think of an artist who's brought more joy to more people, across more generations - and in more ways - than Steve Martin. In the 1970s, he won the hearts of young children for his playful appearances with The Muppets while simultaneously charming legions of older fans with his subversive standup routines. Later, as an actor, he wrote and starred in some of the most memorable comedies (and a few dramas) of all time, while writing books, plays and even a Broadway musical.
    Throughout his 50-year career, one constant in Steve Martin's life has been the banjo. It was a staple of his early standup shows and even fans who only wanted to laugh couldn't help but marvel at his playing. Over the years, he's continued to perform and record with country and bluegrass luminaries like Earl Scruggs, Dolly Parton, Vince Gill and others.
    These days Martin is working on music full-time. He's just released a stellar bluegrass album he recorded with The Steep Canyon Rangers called (perfectly) The Long-Awaited Album, a record filled with often hilarious story songs and world-class performances.
    Martin's set with The Steep Canyon Rangers at the Tiny Desk was at times thrilling, particularly his opening solo for the song "So Familiar." But it was also playful, comical and a joy to witness. At the end of the typical three-song performance, the group graciously decided to do one more called "Caroline," a hilarious, first-person account of how not to handle a breakup.
    Set List
    "So Familiar"
    "All Night Long"
    "On The Water"
    "Caroline"
    Musicians
    Steve Martin (banjo, vocals), Woody Platt (guitar, vocals), Mike Ashworth (percussion), Mike Guggino (mandolin), Charles Humphrey (bass), Graham Sharp (banjo, vocals), Nicky Sanders (fiddle)
    Credits
    Producers: Robin Hilton, Morgan Noelle Smith; Creative Director: Bob Boilen; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Noelle Smith, Niki Walker, Bronson Arcuri, Alyse Young; Production Assistant: Beck Harlan; Photo: Christina Ascani/NPR.
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  • @nprmusic
    @nprmusic  Год назад +31

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    • @woodenloonynickel
      @woodenloonynickel 7 месяцев назад +1

      Super Psychos

    • @woodenloonynickel
      @woodenloonynickel 7 месяцев назад

      Luv ya.

    • @woodenloonynickel
      @woodenloonynickel 7 месяцев назад

      See Lawrence Welk

    • @SkillBorrower
      @SkillBorrower 2 месяца назад +1

      I'll tell you now and on god I will only say this once. DO NOT let industry ruin the image of hip hop. Hip hop is NOT the industry and the industry does not represent true hip hop. As an independent hip hop artist I can't stress enough to look under the surface of anything and everything for truth.

  • @alternateimpact81
    @alternateimpact81 4 года назад +2981

    Steve has been in his early fifties for 35 years!

    • @gdfggggg
      @gdfggggg 4 года назад +3

      Cory Knapp 👍🏻

    • @wendylogan4020
      @wendylogan4020 4 года назад +13

      He must, he must! The Invisible Generation of the '70's won't be able to stay in our 40's forever without such a thing!

    • @ellisgill1337
      @ellisgill1337 4 года назад +2

      FACTS lol

    • @jeffreycox180
      @jeffreycox180 4 года назад +14

      I never knew Steve Martin could play the banjo!

    • @somedude2630
      @somedude2630 4 года назад

      Lol true

  • @peteralford9147
    @peteralford9147 3 года назад +1130

    How is it that Steve Martin has been this age my entire life?

    • @meemo32086
      @meemo32086 3 года назад +10

      He's a vampire!!😂

    • @maxsandison4574
      @maxsandison4574 3 года назад +4

      Maybe you're 1 year old?

    • @peteralford9147
      @peteralford9147 3 года назад +26

      @@maxsandison4574 close, 27.

    • @jamesbacon5299
      @jamesbacon5299 3 года назад +21

      He regularly exercises and feasts off the blood of aspiring young comedians

    • @taydrabrookshire347
      @taydrabrookshire347 3 года назад +6

      @@jamesbacon5299 by having them sign contracts so their dreams of fame can be realized... with a heavy price.

  • @CadillacJak
    @CadillacJak 4 года назад +1491

    Holy shit Steve Martin can shred a banjo

    • @freedapeeple4049
      @freedapeeple4049 3 года назад +54

      He is one of the world's best banjo players. Probably one of the top three, depending who you ask.

    • @CadillacJak
      @CadillacJak 3 года назад +3

      @@freedapeeple4049 Such a Legend 🙌

    • @constancemiller3753
      @constancemiller3753 3 года назад +30

      Only dude who can school Kermit.

    • @AlanHope2013
      @AlanHope2013 3 года назад +40

      I wish to register a compliant, that this guy who's a great comedian and comic actor, also get to be an accomplished musician and not just because he's a movie star (looking at you , Bruce Willis).
      Some of us have no discernable talents. so some system of equitable distribution would make the world a fairer place. Thank you.

    • @shaanp9796
      @shaanp9796 3 года назад +1

      @@CadillacJak It’s a joke.

  • @seap9570
    @seap9570 Год назад +282

    I'm an 80's metal head and shred the axe now for over 40 years but when I hear this mountain music it is like heaven. Love it.

    • @fenrirvanwolfen6474
      @fenrirvanwolfen6474 11 месяцев назад +3

      Amen Bro.🤟🏼
      Me too.
      Steve rules!!!!!
      Greetings from Germany.

    • @kevinosalza8133
      @kevinosalza8133 10 месяцев назад +8

      Its funny i feel like a lot of metal heads end up enjoying bluegrass because its similar to metal in the fact its very technical and precise. As a musician i can really appreciate it.

    • @Jonwards05
      @Jonwards05 10 месяцев назад +4

      As my 11 year old sister who’s steeped in metal right now says “It’s like heavy metal but acoustic!”

    • @nimimerkillinen
      @nimimerkillinen 9 месяцев назад +1

      heaven, paradise and whatnot to be found in many other genres too

    • @user-ff2nf7iz1u
      @user-ff2nf7iz1u 9 месяцев назад

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  • @fliiguy247
    @fliiguy247 3 года назад +631

    I love that all these dads took some time out of their busy schedules to jam out for us.

    • @jeremysmith9694
      @jeremysmith9694 2 года назад +26

      Don't worry. You'll be there soon

    • @DickDickerson01
      @DickDickerson01 2 года назад +5

      Dad Rock forever! 😁

    • @payableondeath9091
      @payableondeath9091 2 года назад +1

      😝💯

    • @densfordt
      @densfordt Год назад +7

      The Steep Canyon Rangers actually perform regularly around here in western North Carolina. Not always with Steve Martin, but often enough. He writes most of the music he plays.

    • @qwkimball
      @qwkimball Год назад +2

      Weirdly, Steve Martin is 77 years old and his only child is 10.

  • @TheSlandis
    @TheSlandis 4 года назад +683

    Modern renaissance man. Comedian, actor, author, musician, and educator.

    • @bonniefiona7943
      @bonniefiona7943 4 года назад +8

      forgot genius :)

    • @rsprockets7846
      @rsprockets7846 3 года назад +3

      And he worked at knott's berry farm and pep boys too!!!!

    • @rebekahcuriel-alessi2239
      @rebekahcuriel-alessi2239 2 года назад +2

      Ooh. And playwright. Although perhaps it's redundant with "writer". ♥️

    • @anneahlert2997
      @anneahlert2997 2 года назад +2

      Don't forget art expert and collector. He has quite a collection, which he has showed off on occasion.

    • @FIRSTNAMELASTNAME-zt4kf
      @FIRSTNAMELASTNAME-zt4kf 2 года назад +1

      @@anneahlert2997 Collection of what might I ask? Is it arrow hats?!

  • @TheBrendanzn
    @TheBrendanzn Год назад +134

    This man is 76 years old, and he's as lucid and fresh as he was in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels! What a legend..

    • @moe42o
      @moe42o 8 месяцев назад

      One of my favorite movies!🎉

    • @fractuss
      @fractuss 8 месяцев назад +1

      Wow 76? He's been living right.

    • @esmewvimes2901
      @esmewvimes2901 6 месяцев назад +2

      Oklahoma! Oklahoma! Oklahoma! Oklahoma! Oklahoma! . . . Lady Fanny from Omaha? Yes Ruprecht? May I go to the bathroom please? Of course. Ahhh thank you.
      I may have seen the movie 1 or 200 times. It's like if you are passing through channels and A Fish Called Wanda is on. Or Blazing Saddles, Young Frankenstein or really anything Mel Brooks. It's physically IMPOSSIBLE for me to keep going, even though I can recite the movie from memory. I'm 2. I can't get away with saying, What Knockers! to other women, or asking anyone, "Would you like a roll in ze hay? Roll, roll, roll in ze hay!'
      Living in a world where no one around you knows what to do if you say, Frau Blucher, is like the difference between black and white and color.

    • @melodynote333
      @melodynote333 4 месяца назад

      Since Roxanne 🎬 in my opinion 😅

    • @taydrabrookshire347
      @taydrabrookshire347 3 месяца назад

      79 this year

  • @09nob
    @09nob 4 года назад +1622

    I like the fact that he's actually really good and not just some hollywood nob coasting on his name always loved Steve, what a legend I'm glad he's legitimate.

    • @b4ssfunk3d
      @b4ssfunk3d 4 года назад +37

      I agree man. He is pure talent and didn't get in Hollywood because of a family name

    • @doomslayer163
      @doomslayer163 4 года назад +35

      It's the same way with Dan Aykroyd and his bad a$$ harmonica skills..

    • @ah-xb3xi
      @ah-xb3xi 4 года назад +15

      He was on stage waaay before "Hollywood. Same with Ackroyd. Performing arts. "Hollywood👈 Small/Big county stars move to Hollywood not otherway.

    • @sommers6235
      @sommers6235 4 года назад +32

      He is a true jack of all trades. If you haven't already, you should check out his writing. I picked up one of his books on a whim once and it was one of the best stories I'd ever read.

    • @09nob
      @09nob 4 года назад +3

      @@sommers6235 Good idea I think I shall.

  • @lionredoux7231
    @lionredoux7231 6 лет назад +3104

    He's come a long way since the days of living with the poor black family who raised him.

    • @Not_Mii_Uus
      @Not_Mii_Uus 6 лет назад +79

      LionRedoux I can't tell if this is harmlessly descriptive or a backhanded compliment😂

    • @iwct
      @iwct 5 лет назад +276

      cowscowscows10 it’s from a film Steve Martin made, called “the Jerk”.

    • @Not_Mii_Uus
      @Not_Mii_Uus 5 лет назад +39

      ohhhh no wonder lmao, thank you

    • @hornetbrown
      @hornetbrown 5 лет назад +48

      I'm just a poor black boy from down Souf.

    • @soon3rfan
      @soon3rfan 5 лет назад +51

      The Jerk is one of the best!

  • @seanhopkins4986
    @seanhopkins4986 6 лет назад +528

    Steve Martin is living his best life.

  • @andycochrane4131
    @andycochrane4131 3 года назад +772

    I left my banjo in the back seat of my car once, unlocked with the window open. When I came back, there were 8 more banjos there.

    • @MrGogogordo
      @MrGogogordo 3 года назад +20

      Such a great joke!!
      Thank's!!

    • @patmureithi
      @patmureithi 3 года назад +3

      😀😀😀

    • @willgillis4207
      @willgillis4207 3 года назад +10

      That totally cracked me up! Thanks 👍

    • @amentlik
      @amentlik 3 года назад +2

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @capoeirastronaut
      @capoeirastronaut 3 года назад +7

      That didn't happen so much it unhappened things that had.

  • @KathyLouvin
    @KathyLouvin 5 месяцев назад +12

    I come from a Country Music Hall of Fame family, and I have been blessed to garner some music business awards myself, but I am telling you it doesn't get more authentic than this. More reasons to love SM 🤠

    • @whiteyfisk9769
      @whiteyfisk9769 10 дней назад +1

      Thats one heck of a humble brag...

    • @Met_Ethio
      @Met_Ethio 10 дней назад

      @@whiteyfisk9769 for real. bro i gotta grammy too

  • @littleteethkeith
    @littleteethkeith 6 лет назад +1850

    The older I get the more I like banjo music.

    • @colliedogboy
      @colliedogboy 6 лет назад +58

      Banjo, played well, takes us back to a better time when people loved other people.

    • @RecipeForFun
      @RecipeForFun 6 лет назад +78

      Perry Mike I think if we turn off the 24hr news cycle long enough and look around people really still do. . .but I'm a sappy optimist.

    • @andyinsdca
      @andyinsdca 6 лет назад +19

      Go get some Hot Rize (Steve Martin called them the best bluegrass band no one has heard of) and Del Mccoury Band.

    • @Jeff-jg7jh
      @Jeff-jg7jh 6 лет назад +12

      Banjos, bagpipes, drum solos. A little goes a long way. Hey, I can't play a note so....

    • @thelvl1bandit345
      @thelvl1bandit345 6 лет назад +12

      Perry Mike eeehhhh heemmmmm......slavery.......😐😐

  • @kyleloftis2748
    @kyleloftis2748 3 года назад +128

    Steve Martin is just another guy playing in this band. No playing off his fame. Comes across like a classy and peacefully humble dude

  • @tthings6686
    @tthings6686 2 года назад +146

    For my birthday, I once took myself to see Steve with SCR at Austin City Limits. It was the year he and Edie Brickell released their album. She was not announced as part of the line up, but made an appearance and collaborated for a while on stage. As if we had not all collectively gotten our money's worth, Paul Simon also came out for a couple of songs and my life was made utterly complete.
    What a night. What a collection of talent.

  • @hangfire5005
    @hangfire5005 4 года назад +106

    I'm sure theyll never see this but props to whoever setup the sound on this set. Great job

  • @hitopsful
    @hitopsful 5 лет назад +108

    Steve martin is amazing as hell, but c'mon his band mates are killing it too!! Awesome bunch of guys

    • @joelbates6499
      @joelbates6499 Год назад +1

      One wonders what the first thoughts were when they heard words like "Steve Martin would like to work with you".... Nah, there's no wondering, never mind... I'd be dancing if I were them.

    • @TheHappeninCaptain
      @TheHappeninCaptain Год назад

      That other guy playing the banjo looks confused but I can't knock him. He obviously knows what he's doing if he's playing with this group

  • @tkjordan1376
    @tkjordan1376 6 лет назад +61

    Tiny desks like these are such a gift

  • @matthewmaclauchlan1671
    @matthewmaclauchlan1671 3 года назад +94

    One of the best gifts of my life was my wife getting us tickets to see Steve Martin and Martin Short live. Grown man almost 40, nearly cried when Steve played banjo.

    • @jrees1082
      @jrees1082 9 месяцев назад +3

      I thought I was the only one..we must be from the same Era.

    • @paulataylor8608
      @paulataylor8608 6 месяцев назад

      I’ve heard him play in these great video clips and I cry! ( I’m 70!)

  • @31Alden
    @31Alden Год назад +64

    So wonderful! Steve Martin is a Renaissance Man in every respect.

  • @JasielCalixtoMusic
    @JasielCalixtoMusic 6 лет назад +1289

    I could never imagine he had such a talent for music

    • @glensarge
      @glensarge 6 лет назад +83

      hes actually received awards and is internationally recognised as one of the best banjo players in history

    • @DeathLoveRobots
      @DeathLoveRobots 6 лет назад +25

      Watch a movie he made called "The Jerk" one of the funniest movies of all time plus he displays his awesome musical talent. He can sing just as good as he plays. A very talented man

    • @shnootch
      @shnootch 6 лет назад +1

      well, I imagine he'd himself blanch at that notion, but I'd agree he sounds great...

    • @shnootch
      @shnootch 6 лет назад +3

      besides, he looks like my dad...

    • @TehDash
      @TehDash 6 лет назад +8

      Like Kate McKinnon on the piano and Kyle Mooney at sports.

  • @LMasniuk
    @LMasniuk 6 лет назад +781

    I love my dad, but also wish that Steve Martin was my dad.

    • @ClueFinderDirtDigger
      @ClueFinderDirtDigger 6 лет назад +19

      Logan Masniuk you said it. we were all thinking it. hell, our dads were probably thinking it too.

    • @TheBossman618
      @TheBossman618 6 лет назад +15

      Well it’s 2018 so you can have two dads if you want

    • @kevinroberts9580
      @kevinroberts9580 5 лет назад +11

      Steve is awesome, my Dad fiddle in his own bluegrass band and won a national fiddling contest at 73 yrs. of age. He like Steve also

    • @shadedandjaded7948
      @shadedandjaded7948 5 лет назад

      LMAO

    • @shadedandjaded7948
      @shadedandjaded7948 5 лет назад

      @@ClueFinderDirtDigger LMAO

  • @takprotakpro
    @takprotakpro 2 года назад +30

    Steve's guardian angels, take care of him please, he has given so many smiles to this world.

    • @loreman7267
      @loreman7267 Год назад +2

      Yes, he has. He's doing what he was meant to.

  • @caseyburnett6530
    @caseyburnett6530 4 года назад +84

    Folk music is so subtly complex and beautiful. This is a really clean and tight group. They play pretty good too.

  • @larrylund2682
    @larrylund2682 5 лет назад +264

    Doing what he loves. Life don't get any better than that. Deep respect for Steve Martin.

  • @stuartm2176
    @stuartm2176 5 лет назад +343

    Never been to the US in my life. I’m an Englishman but I absolutely love bluegrass and had no idea Steve Martin can actually play so well. I’ll head out to the US one day and make it some live shows.

    • @warrensapp2359
      @warrensapp2359 4 года назад +16

      Make sure you're here the 3rd weekend of September (any year) so you can go Winfield, Kansas, to the Walnut Valley Festival. You'll love it.

    • @hal4192
      @hal4192 4 года назад +1

      Same here. Would love to take in some live bluegrass. Currently grappling with a Dobro after 50yrs playing standard guitar. One day...

    • @EveBeeLovesYou
      @EveBeeLovesYou 4 года назад +6

      A lot of bluegrass has actually been traced back to European influences, so you're still in good company!

    • @Paul-zm1hb
      @Paul-zm1hb 4 года назад +5

      check out the Telluride Blue Grass Festival if you can

    • @brutusmaximumus
      @brutusmaximumus 4 года назад

      As a Kentuckian Stu J you are in for a treat, go to some live show outdoor festivals where bands after bands play

  • @erichlawrence4142
    @erichlawrence4142 4 года назад +208

    The variety and amount of good music I am finding through the 'Tiny Desk Concert' is incredible! Keep em' coming!

  • @JanetH.215
    @JanetH.215 Год назад +33

    I adore watching Steve Martin play banjo. What a super-talented man...and of course all the band members too.

  • @BuddyCoopers
    @BuddyCoopers 6 лет назад +388

    Thanks to the sound engineer for a perfect recording for these fabulous players and Steve too.

    • @nicktiberimusic
      @nicktiberimusic 6 лет назад +14

      Buddy Cooper Agreed. The mix is pretty incredible.

    • @slurve24
      @slurve24 5 лет назад +6

      Agree with that! Every Tiny Desk sounds perfect. Love listening to all of them

    • @coffeehigh420
      @coffeehigh420 5 лет назад +8

      yeh seriously, the audio is INCREDIBLE! put some good headphones on and get prepared to be blown away by the quality!

    • @shadedandjaded7948
      @shadedandjaded7948 5 лет назад +3

      Definitely got an optimal sound this time. Like usual. The fiddle whispers a scream.

    • @KalebMarshallDulcimerPlayer
      @KalebMarshallDulcimerPlayer 5 лет назад

      I agree with one exception. The bass doesn't sound like a double bass. I think it's been lifted considerably in the mix.

  • @dostacos1
    @dostacos1 4 года назад +75

    Steve is one of the most underrated people of our time. What a talented and good fellow.

    • @pattimcintosh7274
      @pattimcintosh7274 3 года назад +5

      I dont think he's underrated at all. He's absolutely adored by billions!

  • @dancalkins97
    @dancalkins97 2 года назад +46

    He always looks like he's having the time of his life...I hope he is! Here's to Steve Martin's 76th birthday today!

  • @Dadovate
    @Dadovate Год назад +10

    I knew and have seen Steve Martin play the banjo, but I had no idea how incredibly GOOD he is. Brother shreds!!! He's very good!

    • @MrEazyE357
      @MrEazyE357 11 месяцев назад

      Does he play without picks? I thought most players used them.

  • @shadowseer92
    @shadowseer92 6 лет назад +107

    Wholesome AF.

    • @Qwerty0791
      @Qwerty0791 6 лет назад +7

      Benny Pang right? I want to build a garden now and live off the earth

  • @DeanBaileyPhotography
    @DeanBaileyPhotography 6 лет назад +139

    It's almost like he'd dedicated his life to the Banjo, and yet he has accomplished so much more than that.
    Awesome stuff.

    • @richardhill8715
      @richardhill8715 6 лет назад +12

      Dean Bailey when he started out he shared a studio apartment with 4other people and had all his stuff packed up in a car and when he wanted a moment alone he would sit in his car and pick banjo parked in the streets of LA as he tried to make it as a comic

    • @rosaliefelberg5522
      @rosaliefelberg5522 6 лет назад

      Dean Bailey and check out Steve's banjo.... That thing is pimped out

  • @EtzEchad
    @EtzEchad 4 года назад +47

    Steve Martin is one of the greatest entertainers in history. I hope he goes on forever.

  • @lydiaheimbrock4743
    @lydiaheimbrock4743 2 года назад +2

    My 4 year old son and I discovered this video a few months ago and it has become one of his favorites. We watch it at least once a day, so much better than Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.

  • @keirkeir9859
    @keirkeir9859 5 лет назад +78

    I never used to like this genre of music then one day it started liking me.
    How can one not appreciate this many talented musicians playing together whatever the style

  • @czerskip
    @czerskip 5 лет назад +85

    One of those you were never looking for, and fell in love the moment you heard it.

    • @carltonclark4891
      @carltonclark4891 4 года назад +5

      So far that's how all my npr experiences have been and I love it

    • @Lark1610
      @Lark1610 2 года назад

      Oh, as soon as the episode of "The Office" in which Ed Helms plays "Take Me Home, Country Roads" on banjo (to Rainn Wilson playing on guitar) I had to get back to Steve Martin killin' on banjo. The first time was a surprise though. Few years back. I think I was on my Martin Short road when algorithm suggested Steve Martin stand-up routines and down the road there was him playing banjo. I have even more respect since then (same time I've learned he is really into physics).

  • @Kroniee
    @Kroniee 10 месяцев назад +12

    I had the pleasure of seeing these guys perform live at the Toronto blues and jazz fest a few years back. Steve is such a great entertainer, in between numbers he'd talk to the small crowd as this performance was in a small event tent that sat maybe 150ppl or so. Fantastic performers.

  • @tunesmith46
    @tunesmith46 Год назад +35

    Love this! HUGE props to the sound engineer and crew...the dynamics are fabulous!

  • @roytee3127
    @roytee3127 6 лет назад +163

    Steve's playing old-timey claw hammer stye. That first intro is beautiful. (The other banjo player is playing the more modern bluegrass finger-picking style.)

    • @Nantosuelta
      @Nantosuelta 4 года назад +7

      @SuperTrader Mikey learn bluegrass first its easier to grasp and will give you a good foundation and strengthen your fingers. Then learn clawhammer, or do it the other way , but I would recommend bluegrass first

    • @chuckbennett1872
      @chuckbennett1872 4 года назад

      @SuperTrader Mikey
      Is this course available online or in a book by any chance?

    • @s3nsec0rruptr80
      @s3nsec0rruptr80 3 года назад

      @SuperTrader Mikey if you ask me, figure out what your goal is and go accordingly. For me, that meant learning clawhammer and a bunch of old songs, because I wasn't trying to be a virtuoso or songwriter, just carry on some mountain music traditions. But if you want to tear up the fretboard or write your own stuff, you may want to consider a different route.

    • @Revolution1117
      @Revolution1117 3 года назад +1

      Most of what I've seen Steve play was finger-picking. I suppose having an additional banjo player allows him to play more claw-hammer style songs. Either way, Steve a masterful picker. Interestingly, Neil Young plays most of his acoustic songs using claw-hammer.

    • @fdfsdfsvsfgsg4888
      @fdfsdfsvsfgsg4888 3 года назад

      Nobody asked.

  • @ctaylorgh91
    @ctaylorgh91 6 лет назад +233

    ARE WE NOT GOING TO TALK ABOUT HOW *STUNNING* THAT BANJO IS?????

    • @AdamAnttt
      @AdamAnttt 5 лет назад +6

      For 15K I sure hope it's beautiful

    • @fcsaldanha
      @fcsaldanha 5 лет назад

      That headstock, 5 stars!

    • @louisecassidy5991
      @louisecassidy5991 4 года назад +3

      Any comment on the guy with the beard who seems quite out of his depth while trying to look cool? Oh, he actually picked couple of little parts.

    • @bhr788
      @bhr788 4 года назад +12

      @@louisecassidy5991 That man is a far better banjo player than Steve Martin and is gracious enough to let him take center-stage on his instrument, lol. Steve's great, but standing in the background is a all-genre level picker.

    • @gwoman6071
      @gwoman6071 4 года назад +5

      Louise Cassidy what Holden said. The “guy with a beard” is actually ridiculously good. Go watch some of Steep Canyon Rangers’ solo stuff. All those guys are master musicians.

  • @coffeehigh420
    @coffeehigh420 4 года назад +39

    the audio and video quality is STUNNING. Thank you so much NPR !!!!!

    • @AndrewAMartin
      @AndrewAMartin 4 года назад +2

      The cameraman could use a little work at pointing to the right musician when they're soloing, he's wrong most of the time.

  • @rbaleksandar
    @rbaleksandar 2 года назад +3

    Steve Martin is now 76. Playing banjo since he was 17. Ok... :D
    Lovely music. Very cheerful and made me tap with my foot from start to finish. :)

  • @KyleSantin
    @KyleSantin 6 лет назад +374

    I didn't know I wanted this.

  • @ShayanGivehchian
    @ShayanGivehchian 6 лет назад +415

    Steve Martin concert are probably the most worthwhile. You get comedy and great music.

    • @4ourty5ive
      @4ourty5ive 6 лет назад +1

      It'd be a dream

    • @koonjar
      @koonjar 6 лет назад

      i just saw him it was amazing !!

    • @sarahmbrown82
      @sarahmbrown82 5 лет назад

      i hope i get to hear him live at least once in my life. i have played the 5 string since i was 10 and cant play half as well as him. i love the banjo and he just plays so amazing. i love it big fan 😀✌

    • @robertgrider4346
      @robertgrider4346 5 лет назад +1

      'Ol Navin Johnson is one hell of a picker, by God!!😁

    • @felixhess4691
      @felixhess4691 5 лет назад

      If that's what you're looking for you should totally check out Tenacious D, in case you haven't done so yet :D

  • @america8706
    @america8706 2 месяца назад +1

    That third song is wonderfully simplistic at first glance but the lyrics just play so perfectly into each other and support each other as well. I love it

  • @AR-jq1hs
    @AR-jq1hs 2 года назад +9

    My jaw simply dropped at the AMAZING banjo playing by one of our acting icons... This most beautiful song played by this most talented group in a most beautiful setting, it simply does not get any better than this!!!

  • @Soul.in.the.garden
    @Soul.in.the.garden 6 лет назад +152

    Steve Martin is like the uncle I wish I had 🤗 So talented and charming.

  • @kubispice3026
    @kubispice3026 6 лет назад +107

    Whether you like bluegrass music or not, you have to respect all of the talent, finesse, and timing that these musicians master.

    • @mps397
      @mps397 5 лет назад +3

      You're right and why I've been listening to more artists like this. More passion and meaningful connections within each song.

  • @StuartDayGuitars
    @StuartDayGuitars 4 года назад +35

    I saw them live years ago and it was such a good show. Steve is obviously hilarious between songs but he's also legitimately talented as a musician, he's not just riding on his name. But I think what I love most about it is that he doesn't take center stage. He just seems so modest and just enjoys the music so he decided to play it.

  • @dr.alaricshawncastleberry6789
    @dr.alaricshawncastleberry6789 Год назад +10

    Steve Martin is an amazing person. So full of talent! Thank you for all of the joy you share through your talents!

  • @san7an4
    @san7an4 6 лет назад +48

    From 3 Amigos to this. What a career!

  • @DanielGloverTheGreat
    @DanielGloverTheGreat 6 лет назад +185

    I love Steve Martin’s music. This dude is seriously talented and so is his band!

    • @Crash2001
      @Crash2001 6 лет назад +8

      Daniel Glover its not his band. He's with the steep canyon rangers

    • @joelawson3638
      @joelawson3638 6 лет назад

      Daniel Glover he is also mad talented with comedy not just music, I don't know why he waited so long to show case his music talent

    • @lindseywalker6925
      @lindseywalker6925 6 лет назад

      Yup. That's his band. He bought 'em fair and square.

    • @joebillloudermilk9668
      @joebillloudermilk9668 6 лет назад +2

      All the guys in the STEEP CANYON RANGERS, went to school together, here in Brevard, NC, and have won 3 Grammys, without Steve Martin. Great guys. What you see is what you get.

    • @deleriumm
      @deleriumm 6 лет назад +1

      Steve Martin & Billy Connelly used to jam together. Billy started out as a muso & started stand up when he broke a string on stage & the audience reacted really well to his banter.
      Such a shame Billy isn't able to play any more! Apparently he's even better than Steve.
      I'd pay a lot to see the two of them on stage together!! :)

  • @satan15107291
    @satan15107291 3 года назад +39

    Fun fact: Steve Martin hasn't aged a day since 1980
    0:10 - So Familiar
    4:22 - All Night Long
    9:10 - On The Water
    12:34 - Caroline

  • @gamma8gear
    @gamma8gear 4 месяца назад +1

    that is the best banjo playing i have ever heard in my life. I could have been listening to a classical master playing that and i open my eyes and its Steve Martin... wow

  • @GPflashclass
    @GPflashclass 6 лет назад +559

    ONE HAT PER BAND. THAT'S THE RULE.

  • @FarceMartyr1229
    @FarceMartyr1229 5 лет назад +64

    I don’t quite know whether the fact that Steve Martin slays literally everything he does is inspiring or discouraging...

  • @PapaPhilip
    @PapaPhilip 4 года назад +5

    If Steve had only been a banjo player, he'd still be famous. What a great musician and composer! Add everything else he does.... what a talented human being. So glad he's here!

  • @dhruvwork
    @dhruvwork 2 года назад +7

    I love how NPR Tiny Desk makes listening to music a visual experience. I like how you can just watch one member of the band and isolate the sound in your head, and then layer them back together.

  • @MyMeade12
    @MyMeade12 5 лет назад +148

    "The photons come in and they affect the positrons so that the moron can play"
    Who else but Steve Martin would come up with that line :-)

    • @patrickkelcey2435
      @patrickkelcey2435 3 года назад +5

      ...and the banjo has no pick-up, so you have to be careful about losing the mike... or they wont even hear... a lovely human being

  • @gonzomiller1720
    @gonzomiller1720 6 лет назад +38

    I watched this with the stupidest smile on my face all the way through, Thank you!

  • @perrybucsdad
    @perrybucsdad 2 года назад +4

    What a beautiful banjo Steve has... looks like a Deering Clawgrass... wow!

  • @andyinwards2119
    @andyinwards2119 4 года назад +62

    Great music. Also great job whoever’s responsible for the sound quality!

  • @sineadking1821
    @sineadking1821 6 лет назад +147

    Steve Martin should be in a movie based off the last song called Caroline about a sweet old man who gets dumped and eventually decides to take up the banjo and start a band

    • @wolfinpdx
      @wolfinpdx 5 лет назад +7

      I don't go to the movies anymore, but I would go to a cinema to see this film on opening day.

    • @pbplss2248
      @pbplss2248 5 лет назад +1

      This. Bump this

    • @ktownshutdown21
      @ktownshutdown21 4 года назад +1

      He could easily write himself into a Best Song/Best Soundtrack Oscar. The Academy loves music like this, so they'd eat it right up.

    • @Taco_burrito
      @Taco_burrito 4 года назад

      I would be up to watching that

    • @skele-eleton
      @skele-eleton 4 года назад +1

      Can't wait for Steve Martin's biopic "Oh, Caroline" hitting theaters Summer 2044.

  • @MATZ302
    @MATZ302 6 лет назад +568

    It's so refreshing to come here and listen to music from so many cultures and real musicians! Damn! can't ask for more

    • @mtnbkr2011
      @mtnbkr2011 6 лет назад +3

      And in this particular instance, a comedian.

    • @taydrabrookshire347
      @taydrabrookshire347 6 лет назад +4

      sexy No thanks, Steve and his band are good enough.

    • @travis9260
      @travis9260 6 лет назад +2

      because of this comment i'll recommend an artist of the same accord Nako and mediciine for the people

    • @colorfullifeproductions464
      @colorfullifeproductions464 5 лет назад +1

      Yeah, couldn't agree with you more on that! we are totally addicted! this channel is exciting and refreshing !

    • @fireyflower6643
      @fireyflower6643 5 лет назад +1

      Yes, thats why I LOVE this channel
      You get to see bands that you'd never see elsewhere, so wonderful

  • @ferox965
    @ferox965 Год назад +3

    The joy of jamming with your friends is on Martin's face. Pure contentment. This is how I'm going in lto old age. Jamming with my friends.

  • @marvingoodman7381
    @marvingoodman7381 4 года назад +4

    I remember years ago Steve Martin used the banjo as a prop....From funny man to quite a well-known banjo picker who has played with the best. Glad this is where he ended up... AND what an awesome group of guys he's got playing with him.... Mighty fine..Mighty fine..

  • @thelastultra4163
    @thelastultra4163 6 лет назад +26

    steve be doing the most in this life

  • @joelawson3638
    @joelawson3638 6 лет назад +45

    I grew up with Steve and if it is one thing I had enjoy was him playing that banjo while doing his standup and it thrills me to know he spending time making music with a wonderful band.

    • @meazy451
      @meazy451 4 года назад +5

      We all grew up with Steve, son.

  • @Azi282
    @Azi282 3 года назад +26

    When i had surgery, i hallucinated Steve Martin was in the operating room talking to me.
    He is rockin on that Banjo, cool group.
    Cheers

  • @nancyhooper7715
    @nancyhooper7715 3 года назад +6

    Sooo good! Steve is great at whatever he does. Banjos and mandolins are musical Prozac!❤️👏🏻

  • @MosTalent
    @MosTalent 6 лет назад +20

    Out of curiosity I clicked on the NPR link expecting the usual Steve Martin gag....This was no gag! This was excellent and Steve Martin is an accomplished musician - dare I say that! I love this music....I want more. I'm buying the MP3 - CD project. Nice!

  • @tory9303
    @tory9303 6 лет назад +31

    The only good thing to come out of today. NPR, thank you. You give us so much joy.

  • @plucknpick4244
    @plucknpick4244 Год назад +1

    I love his Deering Banjo !

  • @TGDSC33
    @TGDSC33 3 года назад +8

    the energy of this music just put a smile on my face while I'm in pain, thank you

  • @franciscot
    @franciscot 6 лет назад +32

    So much happening, I can barely catch up! The beautiful instruments, the mellow singing, the amazing audio engineering, perfect jokes, impressive musicians. Loved everything about it!

  • @jwfoise
    @jwfoise 6 лет назад +643

    As Steve Martin said many years ago, you can't play a sad song on the banjo.

    • @CaitlinSullivan
      @CaitlinSullivan 5 лет назад +82

      Have you heard of my main man, Sufjan Stevens?

    • @hunterchu4231
      @hunterchu4231 5 лет назад +2

      jwfoise who’s steve martin

    • @jakescharn3060
      @jakescharn3060 5 лет назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/VY57vYFUmBo/видео.html

    • @waynethera2712
      @waynethera2712 5 лет назад +5

      jwfoise but you can play a crazy song about incest. Banjo Odyssey by Dead South, fun song.

    • @TABrown-xh7xc
      @TABrown-xh7xc 5 лет назад +10

      But there are many sad songs played on the banjo

  • @ventarfield7115
    @ventarfield7115 5 лет назад +5

    All the insanity in the world is worth it just to be on the timeline where Steve Martin is killing banjo in an incredible band creating this timeless music with these wonderfully talented and accomplished people! Thank you folks.

  • @ThatDarlaGirl
    @ThatDarlaGirl Год назад +4

    I have always admired Steve Martin's talents.

  • @casparH
    @casparH 6 лет назад +99

    So cool how they introduced each instrument

  • @nancymac6970
    @nancymac6970 6 лет назад +18

    He is considered #5 best banjo player in the WORLD. Love the SCR Band. Long time from SNL host and the Smothers Brothers writer.

  • @airakalanr
    @airakalanr Год назад +2

    You have to admit the fiddle, banjo and guitar just great make music together.

  • @wakingbear2778
    @wakingbear2778 Год назад +8

    Steve Martin is a freakin treasure!

  • @crystalsunshine
    @crystalsunshine 6 лет назад +58

    Sheesh, that third song moved me to tears! Time to go dig up everything I can find on Steve Martin and this band!

    • @Crash2001
      @Crash2001 6 лет назад

      crystalsunshine Its not his band.

    • @TruthSerumBarton
      @TruthSerumBarton 6 лет назад

      Recording in Session Music yep

    • @crystalsunshine
      @crystalsunshine 6 лет назад +9

      Technically, I didn't say "his" band...I said this band. :p

    • @Barkymark
      @Barkymark 6 лет назад +2

      Get the stuff they did with Edie Brickell.

    • @freddegeus5484
      @freddegeus5484 6 лет назад +1

      crystalsunshine Oh, you're in for a treat! Rare Bird Alert, The Crow are 2 incredible albums in this style!
      And the 2 albums with Edie Brickel are slightly different, but i loved em too!

  • @Jaznellow
    @Jaznellow 6 лет назад +51

    Today was such a shitty day but this totally put a smile on my face.

  • @bromixsr
    @bromixsr 4 года назад +12

    Being in the recording studio with Steve Martin has to be an experience, to say the least.

  • @jassiebell_
    @jassiebell_ Год назад +4

    Oh great, another reason to fall in love with Steve Martin. Do they ever stop coming?!

  • @duvanok3277
    @duvanok3277 6 лет назад +12

    REminds me of music from Firefly. God I miss that show.

  • @ikzalgraag2046
    @ikzalgraag2046 6 лет назад +3

    Holy smokes what a gem to have! This recording will be a big part of history. His enthusiasm for this music style will continue to enspire many.

  • @openmind763
    @openmind763 3 года назад +2

    My sister back in México and whom I love dearly, introduced me to these videos and now I am hooked to the music videos from Tiny Desk of NPR.

  • @aliceinwonderland1339
    @aliceinwonderland1339 Год назад +1

    Just imagining them getting together in a garage for rehearsals and having a monthly bbq like good ol dads

  • @woodsoncircle
    @woodsoncircle 5 лет назад +4

    Damn Steve ... you rock bro. My mom was a big fan of your classic movies from the 70's & 80's. Good to see you & thanks NPR!

  • @benjamine.564
    @benjamine.564 6 лет назад +88

    We found his special purpose 🎸

    • @DeathLoveRobots
      @DeathLoveRobots 6 лет назад +4

      Benjamin E. Lmao these kids won't understand. The Jerk was one of the funniest movies all time

    • @shadedandjaded7948
      @shadedandjaded7948 5 лет назад

      Now about that job.

  • @Hecate2011
    @Hecate2011 3 года назад +4

    Loved seeing him dance and sing with Gregory Hines....magic. Such an amazing multitalented man.

  • @TUBEDOUT07
    @TUBEDOUT07 4 года назад +4

    truly talented modern-day renaissance man...steep canyon rangers can hang on their own too- great collection of musicians and singers

  • @jedclampett6466
    @jedclampett6466 5 лет назад +54

    A dimension of complexity I never knew existed.

    • @gdfggggg
      @gdfggggg 4 года назад +4

      Jed Clampett brick upon brick, layer upon layer.; each layer practiced to perfection, until you have something that resembles music, then, you have to practice to make it sound like something people want to listen to.

  • @3rdrevant
    @3rdrevant 6 лет назад +94

    "So that the moron can play." ROFL so hard. Did not expect that punch line.

    • @reyatsmk9990
      @reyatsmk9990 5 лет назад +4

      Pray for his health and longevity...

  • @ichondroulis
    @ichondroulis 4 года назад +123

    Everyone talks about the frontman Steve Martin, but not a word for Dana Carvey and his violin

    • @HaiRuiDe
      @HaiRuiDe 4 года назад +8

      Or Hugh Laurie on backup backup!!!

    • @nikterlingua9408
      @nikterlingua9408 4 года назад +1

      LOL. wheres Dana Carvey? oh yeah he is commenting under the name John C

    • @paulya1269
      @paulya1269 4 года назад +3

      LOL....Garth!!!

    • @21mph12
      @21mph12 3 года назад +3

      ...or John C. Reilly on the drums.

    • @dukedoge802
      @dukedoge802 3 года назад +4

      Choppin broccolleeeeh