Natalie Merchant: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- January 12, 2016 by BOB BOILEN
In the summer of 2014, Natalie Merchant came to Washington, D.C., to perform her first album of all-new material in 13 years. She was supposed to play here at my desk the day after that evening's performance. Instead, she fell ill, wound up in a D.C. hospital, and canceled her upcoming dates.
Now, Merchant has rerecorded her first solo album Tigerlily, complete with strings and different instrumentation. That album is called Paradise Is There: The New Tigerlily Recordings, and she recently came back to town to make a documentary film about that record. And so it was with abundant joy that Natalie Merchant finally made it to the NPR Music offices. This was truly one of the most warmhearted Tiny Desk performances I've ever seen. She sang two songs from that self-titled 2014 release and something from Tigerlily, and then Merchant had the NPR audience join her for a beautiful hymn - so have a tissue handy.
Paradise Is There: The New Tigerlily Recordings is available now.
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Set List:
"Motherland"
"Texas"
"Cowboy Romance"
"Weeping Pilgrim"
Credits:
Producers: Bob Boilen, Morgan Walker; Audio Engineer: Josh Rogosin; Videographers: Morgan Walker, Julia Reihs, Nick Michael; Production Assistant: Kate Drozynski; photo by Jun Tsuboike/NPR
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I went to a 10,000 maniacs show in san Diego in 1989 with my then estranged wife to try and make up. She didn't show. I sat in the front row with a bouquet of Roses and and empty seat for the first half of the show. Natalie stopped and asked who the roses were for and I told her they were for her. She invited me to sit on the stage ,took the flowers and sang the next 2 songs to ME. I have been completely smitten since. 30+ years..
What a Woman. What a talent.
Roses and tix to Natalie Merchant makes you the man of my dreams.
Found she existed yesterday, we almost the same age, how does that happen? I'm in love.
Lucky guy. What a great experience. A great story.
What a wonderful experience.
Amazing!
She is now full grey. I like the fact that she’s not gonna dye it. No plastic surgery. Just a normal person who writes songs and sings them.
She just becomes even more beautiful.
I believe Natalie Merchant is one of the most underrated voices in the world.
A professional singer should sing even just facing have one audience. We all come here to listen to Natalie Merchant, to appreciate and enjoy her music.
To be greatly inspired by her talents and words.
I guess that's pretty enough not to win a worldwide recognition or any so called awards, she is so influential still in our minds and hearts. Correct me if I am wrong.
I always thought of her as the epitome of feminine vocals were jewel sometimes sounds like a young girl.
Yea, i agree!
@@Artfuldame Where's your proof?
I’ll bet she was a fan of Melanie Safka! Similar type of voice / feeling
I had a really bad breakup with my first husband back in 1997, when I had to leave this abusive relationship and I was too afraid to take anything I basically just had to get out with my life I remember my mother yelling at me as I ran back into the house and she said, “what are you doing going back in let’s go!” “I said I’m going to get my Natalie Merchant CD” haha, no clothes or personal items just my CD! I’m so glad I did. It helped me get through a lot of bad times back then. Her voice can heal your soul, ahhhhh! ❤️🙌🏻❤️
I am not physically abused...
But, I wish I had the courage in '97.
I'm trying to let go of him now.
Thanks for your comment, honesty and a beacon of hope ♥️🌈🦋
I am glad you knew what was an essential item for your future survival!
Hope things are much better now x
I heard you abused him?
Thank you for sharing your story! Natalie has met at poignant times in my life, and I have loved her for years. Her song wonder is like a blessing for all humanity.
Shame on Me for forgetting how beautifully haunting Natalie Merchant's voice is! She is One of a kind!
With ya.....
Has anyone so important for so long ever been more quickly forgotten?
Is she the composer of Motherland?
😵same...
I concur,
When people talk about how tone can be more important than range.... Natalie Merchant is pretty much the pure representation of that. She sings in her own pocket, which isn't filled with glory notes or extreme range, but which features this beautiful tone nobody else can do.
It suits the Tiny Desk format very well
yeah - that's how I've been wanting to describe singing voices - I didn't know people talked about tone being more important than range. But this is why I don't like Mariah Carry - her tone does nothing for me and show off squeaky high notes - doesn't sound good to me.
@@SandraLovesSun Yes I agree. I call her "Mariah Canary". And let us not forget "Silly Dione" of Titanic fame!
spot on
Word up man....... word up!
I think Natalie has aged BEAUTIFULLY 💞💞💞💞
So natural, so effortless, so beautiful...it's captivating.
@@Nofarewell One of the Most BEAUTIFUL SOULS 💞
100% beautiful then and now
Agree! Natalie and Tori Amos were the soundtrack to my adolescence and twenties. Still obsessed with both ladies, but prefer Natalie's natural look to Tori's face lift, nose job, and botox🙀
She's beautiful
Once in a Generation Voice. Nobody can replicate Natalie's voice.
Since it isn't already listed in the video, the names of the performers are:
Natalie Merchant - Vocals
Logan Coale - Bass
Erik Della Penna - Guitar
Uri Sharlin - Accordion
Thanks for that information. I never know the names of the musicians who provide such a perfect background for the vocals.
Eric looks like John Oats. ?
They are fantastic!! So beautiful!!Thanks for sharing this. I will look them up.
It's a shame NPR didn't provide the name of band members. Thank you
Thanks for that information. I am a bit annoyed that this is not mentioned somewhere in the video description and think it is only fair to give these extraordinary players names. So I am glad to find it here.
So I’m a Scotsman who loves Christy Moore ( Irish folk singer for those who don’t know him) he covers motherland by Natalie…….as a result here I am just new to this wonderful lady. Yes I’m late to the party but man I’m glad I found her. Wow. Such soul and authenticity. I’m really blown away by her. Man. She’s a real treasure. Blessings from Scotland 🏴
I’m hearing echoes of Karine Polwart in her voice..
Make sure you hear ‘gulf of araby’
The world is a better place with Natalie Merchant in it.
natalie merchant’s tiger lily was playing in the room when i was born. her voice is so special to me. definitely underrated.
Beautiful comment ♡
Yup! I had a similar experience to you- grew up with her and I’m going 4 decades strong with her Angel voice
One of the most unique voices. The second she opens her mouth you know it's her. I don't even know the first song but it went through me like so much of her music. What a talent.
Natalie is the voice of love and frustration for a generation of wayward sons and daughters. So nice to hear her softly remind us of who we used to be, and the hopes and dreams, we let slip by. Much love and gratitude Natalie!
Her voice takes me back to a time when I was really happy 💔
I've watched this about 300 times. I love how she's really looking into the crowd and connecting with everyone. She has such a pure and gentle soul...and such honesty to her music. Amazing!
Natalie could sing the phone book and I’d buy a ticket to listen.
Wow perfectly fit...thank you...
very inviting aura
Anch'io, from Italy
I’ve often said the same thing.
Best comment yet
Couldn't agree more. A woman without a mask, so refreshing.
No pun intended
Natalie sings songs that feeds and heals the soul .
Her voice has NOT CHANGED!! Amazing and Gorgeous!
Actually it has. Watch her on Letterman 1996. It's more powerful now. Typically, singers lose power, not gain it. My wife says she thinks she has more technique now. I would have to agree.
No filter from her. Voice. Truth. Real. Her voice could lead me to places I was not prepared for.
She’s my absolute favorite female vocalist for the last 25 years. Angelic voice and songwriter.
It's a three-way tie between Natalie, Roberta Flack and Alison Krauss for me.
@@xquisite7791 No Joni?
@@turbodood79 Joni's voice is a little shrill for me. Alison's voice is high pitched too, but has a sweet, country twang that mellows it.
One day, I will have a ranch in front of a mountain, I will wake up in the morning, make a coffee seat outside and play her songs while enjoying life.
while on a glorious two grams of psilocybin...
That day is today, dont wait. ❤
Hope you're close, things are just getting worse in the world. In 10 years from now, you will not want to go into the cities. Unless you want to be part of the digital gulag.
I heard Natalie for the first time today and her voice has done something to my soul
Natalie always leaves me with an inner peace...shes good for the soul .
...and for the heart too.
I think the spirit gets better with... now for a soul, I dont really know.. cant say. I think there isnt any... just a religious Bs...
Wright! Very Good for The Soul🙏
Yes good for the soul
I'm probably not the first to say this, but there really needs to be a "Love" button to click. And you should be able to click it over and over and over. Thank you soooo much.
pmgarrett13 😍💘❤💜💙💚💗💖💕💛💚💙💛
Linda Clark - lol, this is the button to press!
Look at how here band breathes and interacts with her. That's how you know she knows how to lead a band of talented musicians.
+Godfrey Francesco They're terrified of her blowing a gasket and chewing them out. Seriously.
+Peter Turman yeah guitarist seated next to her looks like he has something else on his mind.
Mark Minard No. Some people have their own ideas of what a woman in leadership role should be.
She's inclusive - we are here in this together.
I love how the band responds to her as well. All very talented.
I keep coming back to his video. They seem to read each other's minds. This is the best live version of a beautiful song , no pauses or mixes. They read each other so well and Natalie is their queen. No retakes . Just perfect in one take . That's music and her INCREDIBLE voice. And the other musicians are flawless. Kudos Natalie and all of the band!
Don‘t want to ruin your excitement but Natalie - like every great musician does - has her band in her hand. No mindreading involved or needed...
Natalie Merchant has one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard.She is a modern day chanteuse.
I grew up with Natalie in my life everyday. my mother loves her and I quickly caught on. now being 28 i have my 3 year old singing her tigerlily album ... bring tears to my eyes .... she will never know how much she has given to me and I hope will give to my son. and he will carry her in his growing days. she is stunning... her voice has only gotten better with age. I can't believe how much I am literally in love with her. in love.
Do you listen to "Our Time in Eden"? I find that the best of her albums.
sarah jahoda Tiger Lily is the BEST!
Nice to read your story about this wonderful singer and what she means for you. By accident i listened to her on RUclips, today. And it was such a wonderful surprise. Somebody of whom i never heard was singing so heavenly !!! And such warm, real and honest appearance! I understand that you are thankfull, growing up with her music!
I play Natalie for my kids everyday, and agree with Mia F...Our Time in Eden is a masterpiece in a class all its own
'Our Time in Eden' and 'Ophelia' are probably my two favourite albums of hers, but she has never released a weak one.
I don't honestly know how many NPR TDC's I've watched.. but this is in the top 5 at least. Natalie, Natalie, Natalie... 👏...
A treasure as always 💚
Such an effortless talent. My goodness.
...natural beauty never fades....she´s herself...no show...no maskerade...
She has an effortless voice. Some singers with big voices often have really exaggerated facial tics when performing, but with Natalie, she just opens her mouth and all this power comes out.
She can hit those really subtle notes like no other.
A very special woman with a blessed gift... it is simply humanity at its best.
Fascinating....
Sorry I'm late to the party......... YEP!
Not just a beautiful voice, a poet, and a human you just feel is the type you want to sit with and have a cup of tea and chat. Have loved her since I heard her age 10 in 1990 and shes been a part of my life since and an influence who got me through so many hard and happy times x Cant wait to see her on tour this year here in the UK
Still one of the most effortless powerful voices in music.
I can't go back on a time machine but RUclips is the next best thing~~
Natalie sings her songs as if shes lived everyone of them. A special voice from a very special person.
that's so true captain....you follow her and relate....she is captivating
This is true even though I don't understand the lyrics very well(I'm not an english speaker)
Feels every word and delivers it with passion. Only great artists, do that !
She has lived them. She tells you in live performances the backgrounds of songs.
She's a national treasure!
She’s got the loveliest and kindest energy ✨ I wanna replicate these vibes and just flood the world with it 💖
What a unique voice Natalie has, fully of profound emotion, depth, sadness, thoughtfulness, introspection and wisdom 🌹
Russel Brand once called Amy Winehouse "genius" and then defined it as being "something where you don't know where it comes from". I feel like Merchant has that quality. When she starts to sing, it doesn't even sound like it's coming out of her body. It's like it's coming from some other holy place.
Never gets old...love her when I was in my 20s and now im closing in on 50s and still amazed!
You and me both brother.
I couldn't sleep last night no matter what I tried. Then l realized that I needed some uplifting, positive music from someone who feels like an old friend. Natalie Merchant has helped me get through my life's low points. I started watching her videos & suddenly smiles replaced the tears that had been running down my face. That's the magic that this beautiful, caring woman possesses. She is my Guardian Angel.
She definitely fits that description for me also...Her voice and words soothe.❤
I don't mind admitting I've got tears in my eyes watching this after the last song with the crowd participation. Truly this set is a gift today.
Haven't listened to Merchant for nearly a decade. Played Ophelia album on repeat a few times over the last couple days and it brings me to tears. Truly on par with the sign of the times, Natalie Merchant is a poet, song writer, voice of a people, timeless and resonates so deeply with everything we are dealing with collectively in regards to the trauma we are suffering as a planet amongst the parasitic dictators and autocrats, greedy billionaire opportunistic exploiters of people, animals and the planet. Her words and voice brings me to tears.
So, so true💜
Anti-fascists work for fascists. The left is a Un a live cult.
The W has gone into a death roll it will not pull out of.
Natalie Merchant is a national treasure. True to herself. Authentic. I have the deepest admiration and affection for her as a person and as musician. As long as she keeps playing I'll keep listening.
theglitteringmetropolis Same.
Queen Natalie still has no grammy! Nobody is as good as Natalie, shes simply the best of her generation. Like an alternative rock version of paul simon, joan baez, Leonard Cohen or Buffy sainte-marie all rolled into one Little Italian cannoli.
I like that analogy!
MrDLOC11 are you serious?! No Grammy? Nothing from Tigerlilly? Or Maniacs? They should be shot if true!
Some people just make music for the glory of making music. They make music to tell a story and to share their art. Many artists (art-it’s) never get a Grammy and I’m actually ok with that... hope they are.
Something tells me she could care less about “industry” accolades.
Jewel is equally special.
Natalie Merchant, Suzanne Vega, Sarah McLaughlin bring these ladies back!!!!!
As a fellow 1967, I AGREE
Tracy Chapman!
Suzanne Vega has her own Tiny desk (thank god) :)
Rosemary Standley, Rhiannon Giddens,
Imany
They never went away. At least not in my house.
this woman's voice and music have been pullin all my strings for 25 years ...many thanks
I love how Natalie unabashedly got older and still sings like a seraphim
And she and her voice are both utterly beautiful.
@@MsShellectable Well ... the voice still is. : /
@@SelectCircle Boooooooo! That’s a beautiful lady, right there.
@@SelectCircle ooh yikes... that was rude
@@pumpkinsmiles When isn't the truth?
Listening this again, 3 years later. Sounds even better, if possible!! The best Tiny Concert of all Times ❤
Natalie never intended to be a musician. It was all an accident. What a great unintended career.
Natalie Merchant is a national treasure.
still crushing on her all these many years later. amazing voice and talent.
she has the clearest , most touching voice ever
30 years and I still love this lady.......
I never hear about this singer, because i'm not from USA or Europe.
But i found her today after read the article.
Her music is wonderful, her voice is perfect! I enjoy her music.
She is a very beatiful and talented woman!
Awesome!❤️
I'm happy because i found this song 😍
You wouldn't hear about her if u were U.S. either
@@GodmadeConscious Why? She’s from USA
@@mar_marsis because she not mainstream. Only people who dig hear her
Natalie is such a beautiful soul. Her voice is so soothing. So natural.
I love the way she sang that controversial song "Pee Stain". Why can't the woman pronounce her R's?
@@TheKitchenerLeslie Doesn't really matter, does it?
@@mahayanamom Define the word "matter" and I'll take you seriously.
@@TheKitchenerLeslie she literally has a speech impediment. just like biden has a stammer. you cruel trumpenstein tool.
Motherland and The House Carpenter's Daughter are deeply underrated albums that deserve revisiting greatly in these times...
Natalie is a true earth mother. Love her and her music.
I cannot help but keep coming back to this. It stands as my all-time favorite NPR Tiny Desk Concert.
I've watched it over a hundred times I think.
Motherland is the best
My favorite is Delores ORiordan
Late to the party, but enthusiastic member of this club. ❤️
Gary Clark Jr. my favorite
Loving this in lockdown in Michigan. Surviving Covid-19 with Natalie Merchant!
I grew up in the same city as Natalie, Jamestown. Natalie was one year younger. What an amazing women, her music is still one of my favorites. Thank you Natalie.
Wow, this is so good. Her voice has aged like a fine wine.
watched this many many times over, has there not been any one more genuine, engaging and authentic than Natalie?
This one video shows the amazing pure talent of Natalie Merchant. What a voice, full of emotion, full of ease. She is my Sicilian cousin (we are all cousins). A unique voice for the ages.
Wow... Her voice triggers so many memories and feelings. She is stunning. That voice.
A truly gifted artist ... her songs are not for listening to ... they are for living through.
I bought the Motherland album. She was very young then. Now she has many grey hairs and I understand her songs more. She is still as beautiful as the younger version.
The band is fantastic too.
This guitar player is so appropriate, subdued, and there is not a single wasted note. Amazing.
Oh what a voice, she still got that memorable voice......
The last song makes you smile. It was special to hear the whole audience singing along. Her voice sounds as good as it did on The Wishing Chair. Talented band.
I loved her music when she was with 10,000 Maniacs. 20+ years have gone by so fast....
One of the most powerful voices ever. Glad to see her still innovating and sharing her talent this way.
What can I say that has not already been said, Thank you Natalie Merchant. The purest of pure talent, No Frills,
Just pure talent. Enchanting performance. Barry M Nova Scotia, Canada
Her voice touches me like very few do, or ever have.
+Mark Jones Same with me-there are certain voices (and for me it's Natalie Merchant, Sandy Denny, Rhiannon Giddens, Paul Rodgers) where it doesn't matter what they sing, the voice alone moves you every time-and when they are a great songwriter as well, it really doesn't get much better than that.
Loved and blessings from Malawi, Africa. Been a fan since the 10 000 Maniacs days. Such a blessing.
Agreed!
Hello muti
Muti Michael Phoya Ahh, 10,000 Maniacs! Love it, you’re a true fan. Her voice is angelic and subtly powerful.
She is the best. Her voice is still 100% on point after all of these years.
The melancholic beauty of her voice makes every moment I hear her a reminder of how beauty happens to be interspersed within our lives. If we hear beyond the noise, there she is.
Less electronics, smaller set up, yet she sounds better and better.. Very soothing, calming voice...
her voice just will always make me simultaneously pay attention...and melt into listening into a place i can feel at home. she's the best.
She just keeps getting better and better. She seems to caress you with her vocal, which is very special.
DannoCrutch:SHE &NORAH JONES NEED A DUET TOGETHER,WITH THEIR SIMILAR SOFT VELVET VOICES TOGETHER,PURE HEAVEN SCENT,WITH SARAH MCGLAUGHLAN BESIDE'EM!!WE NEED ANOTHER LILITH FAIRE!!
This is one of the perfect NPR presentations, if not the most perfect; a most admired singer, a great ensemble of musicians and beautiful songs, and of course the crowd involvement
Her album Tigerlily, along with Alanis Morissette's first album, were the first two albums I ever purchased.
I was 10.
Needless to say, I have impeccable taste 😄😎. It's a real treat to listen to her music in my 30s and love her sound just as much.
Cheers, everyone. Hope you're all well :)
Braylon18
Holly molly! When I was 10 I had no idea music existed!
@@daniluchison 😄
I
2 of the best alums of the 90s
Great comment thanks for sharing
Two great albums right there.
About 10 yrs ago my wife myself and our grown daughter had the amazing pleasure of seeing Natalie sing her songs accompanied by the Tulsa philharmonic . Afterwards we got to share a bottle of champagne with Natalie backstage and she was so friendly and fun...a truly amazing experience.
She is still a power house. What a voice.
seller559 this woman don't know what she does to men.wow
Thanks to whoever made this happen.
Absolutely my favorite Tiny Desk performance! Flawless. I've always loved Natalie's music but hearing it performed here in this intimate setting is the peak!
I really want to see Natalie duet with Alison Krauss. They both sing like angels and I think the harmonies between them would be pure magic ❤️
My two favorite female artists!
Wow, I never thought about this before but I agree completely, can't believe this hasn't already happened!!
Tonight I became a huge fan of Natilie Merchant.
Natalie Merchant videos are about the only ones that have no negative comments or it sure appears that way and rightly so.
good observation tod//////spot on
there was one, but even this one was merely making a negative comment about the acordeon, nit her =o)
You know something is good when it changes how you feel. This is gold.
"Mama's here" Thank you, Natalie!
She's so amazing. Been a fan since I saw the Peace Train video on MTV in '87. Can't wait for her new album in April '24. ❤️
I can’t wait either!
I was hardhearted/cold and skeptical...and then the CHOIR sang...I wept...and am CHANGED..!!! THANKS natalie..love you ...youre so beautiful. thanks band...thanks npr....god bless. kisses.
I love her for decades and decades. Seeing her in concert she is just awesome always speechless when it comes to Natalie
I lost track of Natalie for a bit, but here I return to find that she is better than ever. I hope she stays around for many years to come. She is one singer at the top of my all time list.