i think him singing 'Green' might be one of the reasons we evolved as a species. God would feel proud knowing he made this person, the Universe expressing itself through him belting the tune out, watching its own glory reflected back at it. unreal.
I gotta say, this may be my favorite TinyDesk Concert of all time (tied with MacMiller). Such an amazing and heartfelt performance! I've listened to it hundreds of times and it never gets old, just keeps getting better with each year that passes. Everything is perfectly executed and so authentic. Love Shaun Fleming, and the added strings makes it even more beautiful. All their live sessions are excellent. Give them a listen, they don't miss.
I've been listening to it for about three years, recently I changed accounts on RUclips music and ended up messing up my playlists. Today I left it on random and the audio of this concert dropped. I can't go out anymore, skip music. Just enjoy one of Npr's best concerts.
I recently had the opportunity to see Diane Coffee in a small venue in San Diego. I thought the venue would sell out but instead there was only about 50 people there. I was embarrassed. I couldn’t believe a band like this could go so unnoticed. I brought my gf there to see what I consider my current favorite band. And I was nervous how the energy would be with such a small crowd! Well, I was totally wrong to be so. The energy they gave was as if the crowd was 10,000 strong, and the crowd gave it back. It was a great show. I truly don’t understand how these guys aren’t huge, (or at least have a substantial cult following). I hope people discover them while they’re still touring. Sean is a songwriter and performer that should be celebrated.
Saw them in Louisville at a small little venue. It was so intimate and amazing. Afterwards Shaun came out sweating and talked to all of us. 🥰 this has been a few years ago now, but I will always cherish that show!
I was at that show! It was a shame there was not a lot of people, especially because a few years earlier they played in San Diego and it was packed! He was the nicest dude too. Talked to him before and after the show and had drinks with him. Class act dude and super down to Earth.
Every time I feel happy or sad, I return to this concert. Have probably watched it, like 400 times. I genuinely think this has been one of his most intimate and outstanding live performances. Love Shaun. So much raw talent and beautiful art in a person.
Not gunna lie, over the past week or so I've probably heard this at least a dozen times all the way through. I don't know why the albums don't come anywhere near to being this good, and I don't know how I'd never heard of Shaun Fleming before because I've seen I think actually everything on his imdb, but honestly this is the best Tiny Desk out there. And Diane Coffee should really consider doing a live album because it wouldn't even be fair how amazing that album would be.
ask a reasonable question, just take a look,,reverbnation,itunes,etc, scores of venues wherein people can sell their act. the music industry is completely saturated with talent. everyone and their grandmother has a band. for every band playing there are probably two more that are more accomplished, seasoned, etc,, looking for a gig. surely you dont have an argument about this subject? jesus
I could literally write a short book on the phenomenal that was this performance. I don't even like stuff like this, and I am just...stunned. How is this group not ridiculously famous?
Not only is it a beautiful performance, with rich vocals and great musical accompaniment, I think the best part of the act for me, is the way that the band seem so appreciative and down to earth. It's endearing to see it, and makes me appreciate them more as a result.
This sounds a million times better than the recorded versions of these songs. I tried each of Diane Coffee's albums, but they lacked the feeling of passion from this performance.
randomly stumbled here, almost skipped it, so glad I didn't. Reminds me a lot of E.L.O. in ways, which is god damn amazing to hear anything contemporary that reminds me of E.L.O.
This is my third time watching this video and each time it goes by too quickly. His style of singing reminds me of Rocky Horror Picture Show for some odd reason, haha. I absolutely loved this Tiny Desk concert.
+Aleesa Baakko Cuando un artista es mejor en acústico que en sus grabaciones... es que algo no funciona!! Esta canción es infinitamente mejor que su video clip
De hecho, creo yo que cuando un grupo es mejor en acoustico q en grabaciones es porque tiene talento puro y crudo. Los estudios a veces anaden sonidos q distraen de su pureza.
I often feel that that's the point. consider the difference in their outfits in conjunction with their instruments. while the sound of violins and cellos are undoubtedly beautiful the way in which this video is orchaestrated commands a kind of musical authority based solely om the ideology of the instruments. now I'm not saying I don't like the music but the presentation is worth examining. also damn, that last song is fucking amazing
Watched this band at the house of blues in Chicago, great experience, so much power in their music, the singer has a very special aura and connects with people instantly.
As an old timer, I would have never in a million years thought I would like this. But it's absolutely contagious! Just a great vocal range... superb. I play a RainSong guitar myself, this was great to hear one in this live setting. Why haven't these folks been on the radio or something? This music is modern with the best of the edgy old school.
NPR Tiny Desk and KEXP *_NEED_* to take their sessions and sell then to us!!! LOL. Both NPR and KEXP have GREAT recording and mixing! There are at least 20 sessions from both places I'd beg to buy!!!
I was working as an intern at a small, independent radio station in St Louis. I was editing a spot to advertise for Diane Coffee -- I've never heard of them. I was browsing their music to use a snippet for their upcoming show. Heard the date, it was the same night. I bought tickets on a whim, went, and fell in love with their sound. Best live performance I've ever seen. I was drawn in from the start.
Heard Diane Coffee for the first time last week at The Mohawk in Austin, Texas and fell in love instantly. Bought the album and actually used the CD player in my car for the first time in 5 years.
Dear dying coffee, this is how I discovered your band, live. and I fell in love immediately with your voice, with the music and the lyrics. Then I went to Tidal and listened to your albums, the three of them. I was really disappointed by the lack of feelings in the albums and the lack of clarity. And also the effects that are applied on your voice in the albums are really really bad. I really hope that you would do another version of your albums. You deserve better , you are amazing.
Sounds a lot like Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and Spiders From Mars record. Mayflower is very in the groove with Star. And the passion of Green reminds me of Rock N Roll Suicide. I love this stuff!!!!!!!
Saw them sometime in November in Santa Cruz and no words can be used to describe their performance. I fell in love. Going to see them again in February in SF.
OMG love at first listen I cant get enought of it all, his passion, the chorus, the instruments is all beyond lovelly. Going to look for his album everywhere I go I need it
i ll say it in broken english if i could * i would change this picture this filmstill * i wondered and wondered why they have such less views * ... * in it i have heard bowie * mick jagger * pavlovs dog * bob dylan! * rocky horror ... but its new * its young * its so beautiful * powerful and genious and so it makes me new * young * beautiful * powerful & genious ... Thank you * guys :)
Formidable presentación! Increíble lo versátil que es el cantante, lo bien que suena la banda, y un reconocimiento especial a los ingenieros de sonido, productores, etc. que sacan un sonido fantástico donde se aprecian todos los instrumentos en su justa medida. Saludos desde Argentina!
i think him singing 'Green' might be one of the reasons we evolved as a species. God would feel proud knowing he made this person, the Universe expressing itself through him belting the tune out, watching its own glory reflected back at it. unreal.
this guys vocal control is insane
I gotta say, this may be my favorite TinyDesk Concert of all time (tied with MacMiller). Such an amazing and heartfelt performance! I've listened to it hundreds of times and it never gets old, just keeps getting better with each year that passes. Everything is perfectly executed and so authentic. Love Shaun Fleming, and the added strings makes it even more beautiful. All their live sessions are excellent. Give them a listen, they don't miss.
I was just looking at best ranked tiny desk concerts and this never was mentioned. He killed it here
I've been listening to it for about three years, recently I changed accounts on RUclips music and ended up messing up my playlists. Today I left it on random and the audio of this concert dropped. I can't go out anymore, skip music. Just enjoy one of Npr's best concerts.
I recently had the opportunity to see Diane Coffee in a small venue in San Diego. I thought the venue would sell out but instead there was only about 50 people there. I was embarrassed. I couldn’t believe a band like this could go so unnoticed. I brought my gf there to see what I consider my current favorite band. And I was nervous how the energy would be with such a small crowd! Well, I was totally wrong to be so. The energy they gave was as if the crowd was 10,000 strong, and the crowd gave it back. It was a great show. I truly don’t understand how these guys aren’t huge, (or at least have a substantial cult following). I hope people discover them while they’re still touring. Sean is a songwriter and performer that should be celebrated.
Saw them in Louisville at a small little venue. It was so intimate and amazing. Afterwards Shaun came out sweating and talked to all of us. 🥰 this has been a few years ago now, but I will always cherish that show!
I was at that show! It was a shame there was not a lot of people, especially because a few years earlier they played in San Diego and it was packed! He was the nicest dude too. Talked to him before and after the show and had drinks with him. Class act dude and super down to Earth.
Every time I feel happy or sad, I return to this concert. Have probably watched it, like 400 times. I genuinely think this has been one of his most intimate and outstanding live performances. Love Shaun. So much raw talent and beautiful art in a person.
Dang, I am amazed how he went from gasping for air to singing that beautifully on Green. What a great singer!
The PASSION in that last song near the ending deserves a fucking Grammy or some shit.
Not gunna lie, over the past week or so I've probably heard this at least a dozen times all the way through. I don't know why the albums don't come anywhere near to being this good, and I don't know how I'd never heard of Shaun Fleming before because I've seen I think actually everything on his imdb, but honestly this is the best Tiny Desk out there. And Diane Coffee should really consider doing a live album because it wouldn't even be fair how amazing that album would be.
How they are not huge by now is beyond me.
+Josh Christensen perhaps it is because there are thousands of other bands just as talented etc and just not enough freakin time nor room
Name the thousand bands.
ask a reasonable question, just take a look,,reverbnation,itunes,etc, scores of venues wherein people can sell their act. the music industry is completely saturated with talent. everyone and their grandmother has a band. for every band playing there are probably two more that are more accomplished, seasoned, etc,, looking for a gig. surely you dont have an argument about this subject? jesus
+jimmy smith It was a rhetorical thought, I wasn't looking for a literal answer.
So since you didn't name the bands we'll call it a draw? This is the NPR version of an internet flame war. Have a good day.
I'll always come back to this performance 🥺🔥
Dude please never put effects on your vocals ever ever again
This sounds so much better than the studio recordings! All that talent is wasted! Use the mans voice please!
I was a bit skeptical at first, but this band is great!
+headcheeez same
I could literally write a short book on the phenomenal that was this performance. I don't even like stuff like this, and I am just...stunned. How is this group not ridiculously famous?
Because their production is really bad
Not only is it a beautiful performance, with rich vocals and great musical accompaniment, I think the best part of the act for me, is the way that the band seem so appreciative and down to earth. It's endearing to see it, and makes me appreciate them more as a result.
This sounds a million times better than the recorded versions of these songs. I tried each of Diane Coffee's albums, but they lacked the feeling of passion from this performance.
randomly stumbled here, almost skipped it, so glad I didn't. Reminds me a lot of E.L.O. in ways, which is god damn amazing to hear anything contemporary that reminds me of E.L.O.
This is my third time watching this video and each time it goes by too quickly. His style of singing reminds me of Rocky Horror Picture Show for some odd reason, haha. I absolutely loved this Tiny Desk concert.
+Aleesa Baakko he's cited RHPS as an influence! Listen to his episode of the podcast, Comedy Bang! Bang!
+Gewürzt Grillen Thanks for the info! I'll have to check out the podcast.
+Aleesa Baakko Cuando un artista es mejor en acústico que en sus grabaciones... es que algo no funciona!! Esta canción es infinitamente mejor que su video clip
+Aleesa Baakko It gets better everytime you watch it. Awesome!
De hecho, creo yo que cuando un grupo es mejor en acoustico q en grabaciones es porque tiene talento puro y crudo. Los estudios a veces anaden sonidos q distraen de su pureza.
This is like if mercury and bowie had a love child. 🙏🏼
killer voice and I always respect some orchestral action
I often feel that that's the point. consider the difference in their outfits in conjunction with their instruments. while the sound of violins and cellos are undoubtedly beautiful the way in which this video is orchaestrated commands a kind of musical authority based solely om the ideology of the instruments. now I'm not saying I don't like the music but the presentation is worth examining. also damn, that last song is fucking amazing
+MonikerAddict huuijgg
+MonikerAddict Dude. Chills. That last song.
'Green' hits hard every time I watch this.
This version of Green here sounds better then the album version
way better
I totally agree.
I was very disappointed by the album version after listening to this
i agree, after hearing his beautiful voice here it's hard to hear it so distorted on the album version.
Same with the Gallant Tiny Desk
14:45 so goddamn powerful!! Amazing
Watched this band at the house of blues in Chicago, great experience, so much power in their music, the singer has a very special aura and connects with people instantly.
As an old timer, I would have never in a million years thought I would like this. But it's absolutely contagious! Just a great vocal range... superb. I play a RainSong guitar myself, this was great to hear one in this live setting. Why haven't these folks been on the radio or something? This music is modern with the best of the edgy old school.
they KILLED green I love them so much
Since it hasn't been mentioned yet, the guy on keys, Caleb Hickman, has actually already been on tiny desk back in 2013 with the band Night Beds
This performance left my in chills. Fleming is amazing pure talent
NPR Tiny Desk and KEXP *_NEED_* to take their sessions and sell then to us!!! LOL. Both NPR and KEXP have GREAT recording and mixing! There are at least 20 sessions from both places I'd beg to buy!!!
Smiling Dog try audiotree live. They do exactly this and splitting the profits with the performers.
Share your thoughts on this...Npr & Kexp are producing some great recordings....more please :)
please don’t give them any ideas. gotta love that this shit is free
oh my... such passion... yes, I need this
This blows the studio versions out of the water!
The future has potential...
Refreshingly entertaining...can't wait to see them unchained...
I was working as an intern at a small, independent radio station in St Louis. I was editing a spot to advertise for Diane Coffee -- I've never heard of them. I was browsing their music to use a snippet for their upcoming show. Heard the date, it was the same night. I bought tickets on a whim, went, and fell in love with their sound. Best live performance I've ever seen. I was drawn in from the start.
I absolutely love everything about this. Talk about a talented band with a phenomenal lead singer! That final song, Green, left me gasping in tears.
I can’t get enough of Diane Coffee!
Heard Diane Coffee for the first time last week at The Mohawk in Austin, Texas and fell in love instantly. Bought the album and actually used the CD player in my car for the first time in 5 years.
I'll always come back here when I need moodbosters. This is one of the best performances 😊❤
I'm reminded of the vibe or Queen and Bowie.... I like very much
the lead singer shaun fleming is so dynamic and feminine on stage, he reminds me of freddie mercury
@@talkshowhost3512 defo was thinking the same
WOW!!!!!!!!!
Best Tiny Desk Performance EVER BY FAR!
No....I'm not crying.........I just yawned really hard bro!!!
From the sound on the Album and this recording yes! Tiny Desk really showed this guys potential.
What a Great Musical group, ....Haven't heard something so fresh, artistic and entertaining for a long time!
This human is absolutely fabulous 👌🏼In love
This may be my 8th time watching this and, honestly, I can't get enough.
Not what I was expecting at all but so much better. Definitely gained a fan here.
Dude can seriously sing.
It’s 2024 and I still come to listen to this since release.
A M A Z I N G
Congrats from Brazil!
Saw these guys open up for Of Montreal a month ago. LITCHRALY, the best $20 Ive spent all year.
Bloomington Indiana shines through this video! Thanks Ben, Glen, Drake and Caleb!
Dear dying coffee, this is how I discovered your band, live. and I fell in love immediately with your voice, with the music and the lyrics. Then I went to Tidal and listened to your albums, the three of them. I was really disappointed by the lack of feelings in the albums and the lack of clarity. And also the effects that are applied on your voice in the albums are really really bad. I really hope that you would do another version of your albums. You deserve better , you are amazing.
This sounds so early Bowie... Loving it.
The most underrated artist. He should be bigger than what he is.
This is so beautiful. This is what music is about.
Sounds a lot like Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and Spiders From Mars record. Mayflower is very in the groove with Star. And the passion of Green reminds me of Rock N Roll Suicide. I love this stuff!!!!!!!
That last song, it's incredible! One of the best performances I've ever seen! So so good!
Way better than the album. I'd buy if they put it on iTunes. Hint.
Saw them sometime in November in Santa Cruz and no words can be used to describe their performance. I fell in love. Going to see them again in February in SF.
Diane Coffee and Aldus Harding are doing it right. Just awesome stuff
First heard him on Comedy Bang Bang where he performed Not That Easy and I've been hooked ever since.
Same!!!!!
Yeah Same here.
Shaun Fleming is an amazing talent, and this wonderful performance certainly showcases that talent. Thank you, once again, NPR.
Soo beautiful. Voice of an angel
I'm out of breath just watching this guy perform. What a talented group.
Amazing! Waaay better than the album version.
My teacher played this and i see why he is awesome now. Solid taste in music.
Saw them last night at The Hideout in Chicago. Stellar performance. So much fun.
OMG love at first listen I cant get enought of it all, his passion, the chorus, the instruments is all beyond lovelly. Going to look for his album everywhere I go I need it
diane coffee sooooo good. love how shaun fleming uses his voice.
Loved watching how taken he is by the music. Amazing!
I absolutely love this band, and the greatest part is they live in my home town! So, I can honestly say they are great people too! Much respect!
Genius, fascinating and incredibly entertaining! I can't stop watching this performance. I want more!!!!!
So much better on here than on their Album, less effects taking from his raw voice.
I wish I could 'Like' this video again.
Brilliant vocalist and stage performer...excellent musicians...
I am in awe. Incredible passion and voice. The dancing is also awesome.
Go see these guys live. Be amazed. Go home with new favorite album.
i ll say it in broken english
if i could * i would change this picture this filmstill *
i wondered and wondered why they have such less views * ...
* in it i have heard bowie * mick jagger * pavlovs dog * bob dylan! * rocky horror ... but its new * its young * its so beautiful * powerful and genious and so it makes me new * young * beautiful * powerful & genious ...
Thank you * guys :)
Diane coffee remind me ‘Hedwig’ for some reason. Vox recorded awesomely. Lovely gigs.
his vocal quality is incredible. great songwriting. I'm soooooooo late to the game here but holy moly this is great music
The opening is angelic. I saw them when they came by San Diego and they were amazing!
I keep coming back to this. His voice is unbelievable
great voice. i like the quartet how they blend the sound-perfect. (i’m a violinist)
OMG! I hear Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Bowie, Bread, Queen, The Who, The Stones and I could go on and on and on!!! Talent at its purest form!
I have no words but i think i really liked that
best tiny desk
the best
So wonderfully amazing
Pure. Simple. Beautiful.
Love the change in emotion in the voice from one verse to another, awesome performance.
Thank you for introducing me to this incredible band.
Opening reminds me of "Here there and everywhere." I have listened to this so many times. One of my very favorite Tiny Desk concerts.
That song gets better with time.
wowwww great groupe !! great voice too !!! great interpretation !!!
This is so freaking good. I have no other words for it
I just discovered Diane Coffee! This is great!
I've tried to listen to their albums, but none hold a candle this performance.
I would like this a thousand times if I could.
Pffff, them vocals... Great songs all around too!
my ears were blessed
so glam and psyché .... L-O-V-E from Paris
Formidable presentación! Increíble lo versátil que es el cantante, lo bien que suena la banda, y un reconocimiento especial a los ingenieros de sonido, productores, etc. que sacan un sonido fantástico donde se aprecian todos los instrumentos en su justa medida. Saludos desde Argentina!
... I'm at a loss for words. Keep on keeping on, bud! You give me goosebumps!
this is just awesome - that voice gives me goosebumps every time i hear it. since one month every day. gosh