Honestly, I am so happy to see so many people listening to this and becoming fans of Mk.Gee. You’re in for a Treat! The only thing that sucks is that you all just missed a tour 😭. It was AMAZING! Saw him in Seattle! I can vouch (probably along with everyone else who attended shows) that he absolutely sounds this good and BETTER live. The vibes were pristine, too! Everyone is just so happy to be there, see him, sing and bop along. ❤
Yes I'm still crying about this literally just discovered him rt after he was in nyc and totally distraught, yes I've noticed his live versions r FAR superior it's incredible and so rare.. !?!! May I ask how you discovered him? He seems to be bigger West coast maybe I can't believe I just discovered him I'm so in love lol! *SWOON
Didn't know who Mk. Gee was before his SNL performance, but he's had one of the best sounding live performances I've heard on SNL. I've been disappointed by more popular artists, so was totally taken aback by how great he sounded.
His live performances overall are unreal. Saw him perform live in October and it’s just like every single song is elevated in his live versions. His song how many miles is one I enjoy, but I didn’t really come back to it often when I’d listen to his album but after hearing it live, I fell in love worth it. It’s like that for every song live.
Please check out his discography, then check out his collaborator’s discography, his name is Dijon, both of these guys are amazing artists, really bringing the feeling back to music
Love those toms and that crispy sizzling bass 2:33-2:34 (almost like an 808? Or just tons of effects? How do they do that reverb to it to make it sustain like that?)
I like mk.gee but if it wasn't for his singing his sound would be very generic. But he has a haunting beautiful voice and it elevates his music into something unique
@@warbound91as a musician i couldn't disagree more. The vibe this man creates is more spacious than any modern artist I can name. Very identifiable sound almost immediately
Much like a lot of you, I had never heard of this dude whatsoever before the other night. What a breakout performance 👏🏻 kudos SNL, good call on bringing this young man on to perform.. earned him A LOT more fans
Congrats Mk.gee! It’s so awesome finally seeing you start to get the credit and success that you deserve. You are truly a mover and not a shaker. Music will never be the same. Keep it up but know that you’ve already given your fans more than anyone deserves. We love you Mike! 🦅 💫🖤
Rapidly aging Rock guitar nut here: It sounds really good but if youre over 50 years old, then you know this compressed, percussive and chorused attack are the Hallmarks of many a recording by Andy Summers and The Police. This kid is very good. Check out any album by The Police and youll probably hear what Im hearing.
imho it’s because for a lot of the songs (like this one) he streamlines and rearranges them to be in a more guitar-forward and arena rock-esque package, whereas on the album he’s more interested in exploring and experimenting with different textures and fidelities. Which a lot of artists do ofc, and he’s really adept at it
@@SwordFish3255 It’s just exciting to someone bring a breath of fresh air into the music scene man, if you don’t get it it’s fine, but hating is just ugh… You can do better
I am so hooked on this guy… I think I’ve watched this now 25 times plus. I keep finding little nuances that I keep missing the first time. I keep seeing people posting 80s vibe-I’m from the 80s, and I would’ve gone to see him every night! I can see why Clapton gave him compliments.
I got you beat...Ive watched it like 100+ times. I grew up in the 80s and if he was around during that era he would have killed the competition. He's amazing. The little Prince yelps and his vocal range is absolutely nuts.
@jnnx Oh I totally got it, that’s why I wrote what I wrote. I saw the movie in the movie theater when it came out! Lol, yes I’m that old! And rock clubs 5-6 nights following bands.
Mk.Gee is the one of best when it comes to tension and release in a song. This song is an example. It’s driving and nearly all tension and when you get to the chorus the perfect release. I hope he got nominated for a Grammy this year because “Two Star and The Dream Police” was one of the best albums released this year.
@@Harry-bv6xf brat and eternal sunshine. In the rock space you’re probably right There are a bunch of other good female pop albums that been coming out tho
@ it’s because half of this album sounds like farting. It’s a demo, a very promising and soulful demo. More like a low fi Prince knock off with a bit more authentic blue eyed soul with good marketing. However, I must admit, the songs do stick. I like Mk.Gee! Brat is no skips. But for me, eternal sunshine is AOTY. And I’ve never been an Ariana grande fan
anyone new to him, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE TWO STAR ALBUM. You’ll drop any of the Police references and say “welp there’s nothing else like that”. Man writes albums not songs, but he can write songs too.
Ok this was straight fire!! Omg !! Blown away !! No idea who this was and almost didn’t give it a shot. Almost fast forward!! So happy I didn’t!! Love it
This song has changed my life and I am in love 😭🤣 but like fr w both him and the song / all his stuff now. Also why's no 1 mentioning the major Gotye vibes? Its very "Somebody I Used To Know" what w all the gorgeous backup harmonies etc, he's insanely incredible, mark this comment he'll win all the grammys tho he totally transcends the grammys. HAIL 🙌👑👑👑 also who books SNL music acts? I can't find for life of me, bravo whoever booked this 👑👑🙌👌☄️☄️🎙️🎙️ and thank you, his music is my new absolute addiction.. !!!!! ⚡☄️🔥🎆🎇🧨⚡⚡
The episode itself was terribly unfunny, but the bright spot in slogging through it was a magical introduction to Mk.gee. Love, love, love the unique sound!
Discovered him earlier this year when "Are You Looking Up" was used on The Bear soundtrack. I became instantly obsessed, so much that I bought 2 VIP tables (8 seats) to see him live in Hollywood, and dragged a bunch of friends with me to the show. His sound is influenced by The Police, Genesis, Prince, and so many more, but is never derivative of them. His unique production style and guitar modulation really make him stand out from other artists. Can't wait for my vinyl to show up next week!
@@Jakub-gu7tl within 30 seconds i could hear Peter Gabriel and Sting. it's pretty obvious if you grew up with this playing non stop everywhere. i'd be shocked if this guy doesn't listen to their music.
Just found out about this guy! Read an article about how he’s already been writing, and recording music with Bieber! Justin’s vocals, and Mk. Gee’s guitar work! Sign me up!!!
It's obviously inspired by an 80's song, but I don't know the songs name, or the lyrics. I'll ask my brother unless Mk.Gee is reading this and wants to clue me in. Both songs sound 👍
@@jokingker2553 It's without a doubt a complete ripoff of The Police, who had an entire career of making songs that sounded just like this. It's one thing to be inspired by a band, but it's another thing entirely to take their sound and pass it off as new & original
Thankfully, I'm happy to report that all the members of The Police and Phil Collins are still with us, but I get your point. 80's music will never cease to be awesome, and I'm glad that Gen Z appreciates and carries on its legacy.
When I first heard this song I instantly though it sounded like Janie's got a gun, then it went full Police/Sting style. So much I had to look up if he was Sting's son. 100% fire!
The embrace of technology is as important as his musical prowess. And this song isn't on the album so someone somewhere decided this is better as a single release as opposed to the songs on on the album, each of which is exceptional in itself. Quite astonishing in my view.
Honestly, I am so happy to see so many people listening to this and becoming fans of Mk.Gee. You’re in for a Treat! The only thing that sucks is that you all just missed a tour 😭. It was AMAZING! Saw him in Seattle! I can vouch (probably along with everyone else who attended shows) that he absolutely sounds this good and BETTER live. The vibes were pristine, too! Everyone is just so happy to be there, see him, sing and bop along. ❤
Yes I'm still crying about this literally just discovered him rt after he was in nyc and totally distraught, yes I've noticed his live versions r FAR superior it's incredible and so rare.. !?!! May I ask how you discovered him? He seems to be bigger West coast maybe I can't believe I just discovered him I'm so in love lol! *SWOON
a live album is overdue. just round them all up and release it. please please please
even the dijon performances with mike ...live....MUCH MUCH BETTER
Bro he just came up😂
Just watch his live RUclips videos on his channel
See him live
why dont you do that yourself
Didn't know who Mk. Gee was before his SNL performance, but he's had one of the best sounding live performances I've heard on SNL. I've been disappointed by more popular artists, so was totally taken aback by how great he sounded.
DUDE, same!!! 😀😀😀
I keep saying the same thing! This preformance is actually better than his studio version! That little Prince yelp is perfect!!! This kid is great.
Thank you…
good snl musical performances are almost as rare as funny sketches these days
His live performances overall are unreal. Saw him perform live in October and it’s just like every single song is elevated in his live versions. His song how many miles is one I enjoy, but I didn’t really come back to it often when I’d listen to his album but after hearing it live, I fell in love worth it. It’s like that for every song live.
Never heard of the guy before, the Police vibes are indeed strong
Check out two star and the dream police album! Heavy dad rock 80s vibes lol
He's great man, I think his album has no skips
Right down to the 3 pieces. Ho hum.
It's th e Police
me too this waas cool i didn't know people make music in this style now .
Does all his stuff rip this hard?? I'm old and jaded about today's music but man this was great
Yes my man. Yes. But in a completely different way. More Peter Gabriel/phil Collin’s/sprinkles of Prince in his other songs
Yes! Just got in to this yesterday and can’t get enough!!!
Oh yes and it’s all phenomenal. This is just a taste.
I'm a fan of Roll With The Punches.
Sounds like the police.
Never heard of this guy til tonight and I’m obsessed with how many influences and sounds he’s somehow pulling off here
The Police basically.
Peter Gabriel too
Prince also in some of his other songs
It's a flash in the pan that you will never hear from again
@@haterade5137only up from here
Instant fan. That song was rad.
Wait til you hear the rest of his stuff
Please check out his discography, then check out his collaborator’s discography, his name is Dijon, both of these guys are amazing artists, really bringing the feeling back to music
Perfect way to put. Bringing feeling back to music.
He’s insane live, saw him in Boston in September
The drummer was feeling the fuck out of the performance, they looked so cool with their silhouettes and the red backdrop.
The excitement and love I had for this man being on SNL was unreal. He killed it
Never heard of him but I’m instantly obsessed. My ears are overjoyed.
Get your hearing checked!
@@bountyhunteratackaall of your comments are hating on snl live performances why do you keep watching them
@@joeyruemenapp3509 keep hoping for something, better different from the old dudes but it never happens, all derivative.
You should check out his latest album...it's everything
@@bountyhunteratacka people like you are net negative to the zeitgeist
First time hearing this last night and all I can say is, WOW!!
You should listen to his track “breakthespell”, there’s a live version on his RUclips channel and it’s unbelievable
Listen to all the live versions he has of songs on his RUclips channel. Candy and Are You Looking Up are potentially generational songs
0:19 I love the way it drops in around this point and the lights flash. Satisfying as hell
Drums go so insane
Drummer was feeling it
Love those toms and that crispy sizzling bass 2:33-2:34 (almost like an 808? Or just tons of effects? How do they do that reverb to it to make it sustain like that?)
@@pikminheromaybe tom sample with delay + filtered noise -- reminds me sounds you can get from Ableton's Erosion Effect
fr this live version is sick
'you don't have to turn on the red light'
*turns on the red light*
Goated reference
Woah
Omg
🟥🟥🟥
Yep 💯
Mkgee has had a hell of a year well deserved a good guy
The recorded version is already amazing….. but that is just shockingly good. Shivers and tingles in the body good.
Likeeee
I like mk.gee but if it wasn't for his singing his sound would be very generic. But he has a haunting beautiful voice and it elevates his music into something unique
@@warbound91as a musician i couldn't disagree more. The vibe this man creates is more spacious than any modern artist I can name. Very identifiable sound almost immediately
The drums add sooo much
Very cool song. As an older man, this reminded me of "the Police" sting back in the day.
Yes
you can laugh it off but you started a war. such cool sounding lyrics.
NO MATTER WHO IS IN THE WHITE HOUSE MK.GEEKERS ARE EXPECTING AN INCREDIBLE FISCAL QUARTER
Is that what It's called now Mk.Geeker?
🦅MK.GOONERS WYA🦅
Yep 👍🏻🖤🙌🏻
🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅
I’M MK.GEEKED UP RN
rgr
yup
Wow immediately a fan. Never even heard his name but damn this is spectacular.
amazing song and the live performance is even better. The production crew at SNL really nailed it too, this sounds and looks amazing!
Much like a lot of you, I had never heard of this dude whatsoever before the other night. What a breakout performance 👏🏻 kudos SNL, good call on bringing this young man on to perform.. earned him A LOT more fans
Congrats Mk.gee! It’s so awesome finally seeing you start to get the credit and success that you deserve. You are truly a mover and not a shaker. Music will never be the same. Keep it up but know that you’ve already given your fans more than anyone deserves. We love you Mike! 🦅 💫🖤
His live performances are so much better than the studio recordings
IM NOTICING THAT!!!!! This performance is nuts!!!
I'm an old fart, listening to and playing everything since the late '60s...this kid right here- this hits HARD.
That’s my mf boy up there
Lol sureee. You're watching SNL on a Saturday night.....alone....your bf is the shower head, keep it real. Lol
@@adamfrbs9259hilariously misread and quick to conclusions
@@adamfrbs9259damn not even allowed to like music in this country anymore huh
@@adamfrbs9259someone’s jealous
@@adamfrbs9259 tf are you so angry about
I got a fever! and the only prescription is More Eagle!
😂😂😂
more hawk too!
say that again @@prodbykotlas
@@prodbykotlasI know you’re joking but that legit is a hawk call not an eagle
Amen!!!!
This is the most musical shit I’ve heard in a long time. I’m inspired!
Um what I love this! Where have I been?😂
perfectly on time 🦅
If you like that performance, his recent album is 🤌🏾🤌🏾🤌🏾
Same here!
just to vary it up a little, i had heard of this guy, and i knew his snl performance would slap. mkgee deserves all the good things
Saw him live in Minneapolis. Unbelievably cool concert. Best sounding live act Ive seen just behind Peter cat recording co. Love this man
First time in a while I haven’t skipped right over the musical guest on an SNL playlist. These guys absolutely killed this performance!! 😮
This record encapsulates so much of the 80’s music that I love.
Rapidly aging Rock guitar nut here:
It sounds really good but if youre over 50 years old, then you know this compressed, percussive and chorused attack are the Hallmarks of many a recording by Andy Summers and The Police.
This kid is very good.
Check out any album by The Police and youll probably hear what Im hearing.
Obsessed for the last month, just saw the other song from his performance and this STILL blew me away - DAMN is this dude interesting as hell.
This sound better than the relased version
Legendary performance honestly, I'll come back to this often!
You’re the legend you got to hold and play the holy saber
I've had i t on repeat since Saturday night!!!
@@zzzdomzzzify Sameee
@@Bfhfkfkfkkfk You know it!! Ahaha Appreciate it man
the eagle screech was the best part of the performance 🦅.
It’s a hawk not an eagle
It makes this performance seem like a skit meme
Red tailed hawk
Those bird calls are giving me life
Sounds like I'm making a joke but I am completely genuine when I say the recorded version needs more eagle!
😨😯😯😦😦😦 THEY WAY HE SOUNDS EVEN BETTER LIVE NEEDS TO BE STUDIED CUS I WOULDVE BEEN IN THE AUDIENCE SO SHOOK OH MY GODDDDDDDD
I agree!! His live performances are on another level!!
imho it’s because for a lot of the songs (like this one) he streamlines and rearranges them to be in a more guitar-forward and arena rock-esque package, whereas on the album he’s more interested in exploring and experimenting with different textures and fidelities. Which a lot of artists do ofc, and he’s really adept at it
The drummer/synth guy is giving Animal from the Muppets 🤘
I was hitting refresh for this man
literally
same bro omg ahahah
Relly brah?
That's not enough, make a shrine and worship him like the other muppets worshipping other human beings.
@@SwordFish3255 It’s just exciting to someone bring a breath of fresh air into the music scene man, if you don’t get it it’s fine, but hating is just ugh… You can do better
Zack was going off in this performanceeee
he smashed it ...
Saw Mike twice on his tour this year. He opened with Rockman on SNL……he really did it. Shivers. 🥲🖤
Been following Mk.Gee since 2018, so unbelievably stoked he’s getting his recognition
I am so hooked on this guy… I think I’ve watched this now 25 times plus. I keep finding little nuances that I keep missing the first time. I keep seeing people posting 80s vibe-I’m from the 80s, and I would’ve gone to see him every night! I can see why Clapton gave him compliments.
Speaking of 80s, is he the bad guy from the Warriors
Come out and play-yay…
Its the guitar face-he’s good looking.
I can’t believe he’s 28…
We get it, you never grew up in the 80’s.
I got you beat...Ive watched it like 100+ times. I grew up in the 80s and if he was around during that era he would have killed the competition. He's amazing. The little Prince yelps and his vocal range is absolutely nuts.
@jnnx Oh I totally got it, that’s why I wrote what I wrote. I saw the movie in the movie theater when it came out! Lol, yes I’m that old! And rock clubs 5-6 nights following bands.
Absolute fucking legend already
Mk.Gee is the one of best when it comes to tension and release in a song. This song is an example. It’s driving and nearly all tension and when you get to the chorus the perfect release. I hope he got nominated for a Grammy this year because “Two Star and The Dream Police” was one of the best albums released this year.
He is great but unfortunately the disk is not even good enough in totality for a nomination. Stay tuned in the future ! 🤓
@@HelloSpyMyLie tell me three albums that are good enough so i can have a laugh
@@Harry-bv6xf brat and eternal sunshine.
In the rock space you’re probably right
There are a bunch of other good female pop albums that been coming out tho
Noms got announced already and unfortunately he was not amongst them.
@ it’s because half of this album sounds like farting. It’s a demo, a very promising and soulful demo. More like a low fi Prince knock off with a bit more authentic blue eyed soul with good marketing. However, I must admit, the songs do stick. I like Mk.Gee! Brat is no skips. But for me, eternal sunshine is AOTY. And I’ve never been an Ariana grande fan
Proud dad moment 🦅
This man bout to take over the whole music industry‼️
anyone new to him, PLEASE LISTEN TO THE TWO STAR ALBUM. You’ll drop any of the Police references and say “welp there’s nothing else like that”. Man writes albums not songs, but he can write songs too.
The album definitely has more Tom Petty/Phil Colins/Peter Gabriel vibes while still having its own distinct MkGee sound
There’s something about this song that just absolutely hits hard
1:45 goosebumps
Sounds like this 👉💩
😂😂
I love your music Mk gee keep it up, love the 80s throwback sound, no one has a voice like you in the industry 💪❤️👍
Ok this was straight fire!! Omg !! Blown away !! No idea who this was and almost didn’t give it a shot. Almost fast forward!! So happy I didn’t!! Love it
This song has changed my life and I am in love 😭🤣 but like fr w both him and the song / all his stuff now. Also why's no 1 mentioning the major Gotye vibes? Its very "Somebody I Used To Know" what w all the gorgeous backup harmonies etc, he's insanely incredible, mark this comment he'll win all the grammys tho he totally transcends the grammys. HAIL 🙌👑👑👑 also who books SNL music acts? I can't find for life of me, bravo whoever booked this 👑👑🙌👌☄️☄️🎙️🎙️ and thank you, his music is my new absolute addiction.. !!!!! ⚡☄️🔥🎆🎇🧨⚡⚡
This is good music!!! An 80s/90s sound in modern times is magnificent!
It's very Genesis coded
The episode itself was terribly unfunny, but the bright spot in slogging through it was a magical introduction to Mk.gee. Love, love, love the unique sound!
Never heard of these guys before, but I dig it! Totally 80s vibes ❤ Gotta show my mom, I'm sure she'll love it too 😎 ❤
Mk.Gee is a solo artist. his birth name is Mike Gordon. he plays everything on his records👍🏻
the scream at the beginning was something else…. 🤯🤩
YESSSSS!!
@1:45 sounds so much better live, especially the ooos. Instant chills
Everything about this is on point. The set, production, vocals, that lil guitar riff he added to the song at 0:30 FIREEE
Two star deserves album of the year! 🦅 ✨
Discovered him earlier this year when "Are You Looking Up" was used on The Bear soundtrack. I became instantly obsessed, so much that I bought 2 VIP tables (8 seats) to see him live in Hollywood, and dragged a bunch of friends with me to the show. His sound is influenced by The Police, Genesis, Prince, and so many more, but is never derivative of them. His unique production style and guitar modulation really make him stand out from other artists. Can't wait for my vinyl to show up next week!
He is putting together some of the most exciting guitar tones we've heard in years
if you like this, this is what a lot of 80s soft rock sounds like so there is plenty for you to listen to.
@@obscuremusictabs5927 yah its wild how many people are impressed by this, time to listen to some cure and smiths friends
@@obscuremusictabs5927 its not that obvious tbh,he does it more lofi than them
@@Jakub-gu7tl within 30 seconds i could hear Peter Gabriel and Sting. it's pretty obvious if you grew up with this playing non stop everywhere. i'd be shocked if this guy doesn't listen to their music.
@@obscuremusictabs5927sure it has its influences but don’t put him in a box. Dude is a lot more nuanced than just “80s” sounds
I'm 67 and it felt like I was back in the early 80's hearing a new tune for the first time. Checking out what else they have.
Legend in the making
Thanks to SNL for introducing me. Love the 80's vibe.
Saw him a few weeks back in Brixton. Cannot believe he's on SNL. An icon rising
Blown away! No glitz, just real sizzle.
I’ve got a fever and the only prescription is more…EAGLE🦅
Never even heard of this dude. He crushes this performance, so happy he was on SNL. Now I gotta listen to a bunch of his other stuff.
By far, the best live SNL musical performer/performance I have seen in decades! Excellent!
man who mixed this?? top 10 live tv mixes ive ever heard, if not the best.
I did…
Thanks.
@@jayengee978 no u didnt
Super proud of Mike & the boys!! You were greaaat 🦅🦅
Just found out about this guy! Read an article about how he’s already been writing, and recording music with Bieber!
Justin’s vocals, and Mk. Gee’s guitar work! Sign me up!!!
Bro why is the audio so damn LOW?! This demands to be bumped
I seriously cannot get enough of this man and this performance.
feels like 15 again to falling in love with a hot rockstar 😂
This song was lit on SNL. Those instruments hit harder than the recorded versions of both SNL songs
He is so up next it’s insane. Bro is actually about to be a star
bruh making me emotional
jesus the mix is amazing in this let's fucking go 🦅🦅🦅
Everything sounded so damn good!
he survived the curse of snl bad sound teching
@@starlesscoaster The only thing I would gripe is that the audio uploaded to RUclips isn't very loud. But everything else is really mixed well.
Absolutely love this song
Best thing about this is that it sounds like a generic 1980s movie soundtrack song 🎶 ❤ Ive never seen or heard of this guy.. but I like the vibe.
You should give his album two star and the dream police a listen!
Just what I was thinking
I would do anything to listen to two star and the dream police for the first time again
It's obviously inspired by an 80's song, but I don't know the songs name, or the lyrics. I'll ask my brother unless Mk.Gee is reading this and wants to clue me in. Both songs sound 👍
@@jokingker2553 It's without a doubt a complete ripoff of The Police, who had an entire career of making songs that sounded just like this. It's one thing to be inspired by a band, but it's another thing entirely to take their sound and pass it off as new & original
I feel wild lucky to have seen him play DNM 5 times in a row before he blew up
didn’t know he was on tonight, SO SO HAPPY!! he deserves sm success
Yo they killed this. This performance introduced me to them. Instant fan. Love this song.
Police, Phil Collins, Yes reincarnated
Thankfully, I'm happy to report that all the members of The Police and Phil Collins are still with us, but I get your point. 80's music will never cease to be awesome, and I'm glad that Gen Z appreciates and carries on its legacy.
Them boys added that kick drum on the SNL version! Lol
Mkgee is on SNL. Everything's going to be alright.
When I first heard this song I instantly though it sounded like Janie's got a gun, then it went full Police/Sting style. So much I had to look up if he was Sting's son. 100% fire!
This guy definitely found his dad's 80s record collection.
not my cup o tea but the sheer originality and skill is super inspiring
Mk.Gee and Bill Burr on the same episode this shi was made for me mane...
Specifically us! Lmao
Mk.gee is that dude. Literally has gotten me through most of my days
This sounds like demented Rick Springfield, this is awesome.
The embrace of technology is as important as his musical prowess. And this song isn't on the album so someone somewhere decided this is better as a single release as opposed to the songs on on the album, each of which is exceptional in itself. Quite astonishing in my view.
Feeling like a proud dad watching this!
Stop
@@Ppluvr215stop hating
@@nbeutler1134 Dude this sucks! SNL need's a real musical guest!
The 🦅 is strong in this performance. MK.Gee is a Helluva live artist