I love the band, Calexico. A co-worker introduced me to them. We live in Chicago. I spent a lot of time at the Tucson VA, before my Father's death. I visited the Hotel Congress. Sorry to have missed the live performance of such an awesome band. Dad, WWII, was my main concern at this time. Calexico is a very fine band, one of my very favorites. I love the clip of the old airplanes. I drove by there daily to find dad a decent pair of shorts that he could wear. :-)
This gives a real feel to Tucson which I miss deeply where I am from but now live in Europe. When I left in the 80's I scorned Tucson because I thought we had no good bands or culture but each time I'm reminded that we have things that no other towns have like 4 mountains that surround us & a creepy downtown.I bumped into Joey & John in London recently & filmed their two shows at Rough Trade & The Forum where as usual they excelled.They deserve their success because they ARE the sound of Tucson.
I have been hearing this song on an AM radio station in Montreal quite a bit the past few weeks, it immediately grabbed my attention. The first time I ever heard them was a few years ago when their cover of Alone Again Or came out, that song was really pretty, but this....it's captivating.
yes yes yes, i totally agree! when i listend to the record for the first time this song kept ringing in my ear. i can`t count how many i have been listening to it the last couple of weeks, must be about a hunderd already, as i spent even one single evening walking around my neighbourhood at night listening to it for like 25 times of so... b.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l. song!!
Two Silver Trees is a metaphor for the two Twin Towers during 9/11… the imagery and way that this band created this song even down to that haunting feeling everyone gets just perfectly fits the subject. 12 years and counting, I’ll always love this song. It’s ironic a song about 9/11 is one that I listen to that reminds me of music and nostalgia of my teenage years. ❤️
I read that this song was inspired also by the fantastic American poet Norman Dubie (whom I only today learned sadly passed away a little less than a year ago). Now having heard about the 9/11 metaphor only adds further layers of resonance. Thanks for sharing it.
Oh that's so sad to hear. And honestly every time I hear the beginning of this song I get goosebumps for many reasons. If you watch the first couple seconds it shows a plane flying and then a building. Such a gorgeous haunting nostalgic song. I'm so glad we can share this stuff with each other and others who enjoy it.
I never heard of these guys until today. I like their "trance" style. There's a certain haunting mellowness in this song. Why don't we hear of innovative groups earlier? Why are all the outlets so controlled, so as to only allow certain select groups public exposure? I'll give these guys 5 Stars.
Well, when I went to visit my Dad at the VA hospital there in Tuscan, I DID stop in there at the Hotel Congress. They DID have that neat jukebox. I saw it. But, I didn't go later at night because Dad always seemed to be scheduled for an early morning appointment. I DID see the airplane graveyard though. It was AMAZING !!!!! Wow.
im a love fan and discovered calexico thru their cover of alone again or!! and they are as mighty a band as love! high praise! but deserved! this song is gorgous!!!!
i heard this song for the first time yesterday on the television galaxy station "ambient" - they remind me of old fleetwood mac and a bit of chris isaac. if/when they come to canada i will want to see them
@MrsNemonina Well said. Although it's not next record that I'm waiting for. I want their next DVD with high quality sound. Everything they do live is so much better than studio(I'm not saying they aren't good in studio). I had a DVD : Live From Barbican london but I broke the disc and I can't find song "Wash" from that concert anywhere on net. That's great version. And I need it badly.
It's great that this was filmed entirely in Tucson. You've got the Hotel Congress Taproom, Wig-o-Rama, Menlo Park Video on W Congress, the El Tradito shrine and "The Boneyard" out at the air force base.
Probably the most original band that came up in last 20 years except maybe for Tool, SlipKnot and Tortoise. They really brushed their style to perfection. I remember the Spoke album. And the song Wash. Since then they only got better unlike some bands. I can't believe that someone can dislike this. Dislike button should be disabled for this video.
I agree with jimnaughton1, you've got something special with this song. The chorus is so powerful...I don't know what else to say besides it speaks to my soul, and it is augmented by the sparse and mysterious verses. I heard this on 89.3 The Current, and while that's great, I hope you've got some smart people promoting you, because you've really got something that needs to be shared with more people.
saw them Friday @ Mesa Amp.....this was the third song I think. It was amazing. More electric than this version and perhaps a bit faster. Just churning and roiling. Jacob played the main melody on vibes. it was amazing. god i love these guys.
Is there such a thing? What an interesting way to classify music. i can imagine this being time disposing rather than mindbuilding if listened while commuting. This is to be savored in a moment of emotional settlement. But if that's what transportation does to you, then go for it. :)
0:32 : east side of Meyer just north of 17th, looking north. 0:42 : northwest corner of Convent and 18th, looking southwest. 0:45 : west side of Meyer just south of the convention center, traveling north. 1:28 : southeast corner of W Congress/Grande
geez louise, 🤣🤣🤣. Me either, but this RUclips thing has everything imaginable! Best thing about the Internet (if this qualifies as Internet stuff🤷🏽♀️)
Check it out. Behind those planes is my backyard! Hahaha. Calexico rules. Hey quick question. Any one know what kind of guitar Joey is playing? I'd buy that guitar in a heartbeat. Thanks!
LOVE Calexico ..... sooo gorgeous... thanks guys!!
xxx
And still listening to it ....
These guys are awesome musicians and super genuine people, have had the pleasure of meeting them a few times.
Đcalexico
Goddamn goosebumps. Happens every time I listen to Calexico.
Oh my God, I'm nearly addicted to this song! So great, unbelievable!
I love the band, Calexico. A co-worker introduced me to them. We live in Chicago. I spent a lot of time at the Tucson VA, before my Father's death. I visited the Hotel Congress. Sorry to have missed the live performance of such an awesome band. Dad, WWII, was my main concern at this time. Calexico is a very fine band, one of my very favorites. I love the clip of the old airplanes. I drove by there daily to find dad a decent pair of shorts that he could wear. :-)
Calexico is great as always! Saw them live last night and it was amazing. They played for over two hours and it never got boring.
i like the sound these guys produce. very crisp and haunting. i love it!
Growing up in So-Cal, Yuma, this is the sound of life for me as a child in the 60's-Susan
This gives a real feel to Tucson which I miss deeply where I am from but now live in Europe. When I left in the 80's I scorned Tucson because I thought we had no good bands or culture but each time I'm reminded that we have things that no other towns have like 4 mountains that surround us & a creepy downtown.I bumped into Joey & John in London recently & filmed their two shows at Rough Trade & The Forum where as usual they excelled.They deserve their success because they ARE the sound of Tucson.
I have been hearing this song on an AM radio station in Montreal quite a bit the past few weeks, it immediately grabbed my attention. The first time I ever heard them was a few years ago when their cover of Alone Again Or came out, that song was really pretty, but this....it's captivating.
yes yes yes, i totally agree! when i listend to the record for the first time this song kept ringing in my ear. i can`t count how many i have been listening to it the last couple of weeks, must be about a hunderd already, as i spent even one single evening walking around my neighbourhood at night listening to it for like 25 times of so... b.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l. song!!
Magical and some great images
That graveyard for planes looks frankly awesome
Calexico a fantastic band
seen and heard from Czech Rep - thumb up, great music
I LOVE Calexico and DREAM of the day when I can sing with them!!
I love Calexico and love my city Tucson. Beautiful video.
Two Silver Trees is a metaphor for the two Twin Towers during 9/11… the imagery and way that this band created this song even down to that haunting feeling everyone gets just perfectly fits the subject. 12 years and counting, I’ll always love this song. It’s ironic a song about 9/11 is one that I listen to that reminds me of music and nostalgia of my teenage years. ❤️
2 stinking arabs u mean ??
I read that this song was inspired also by the fantastic American poet Norman Dubie (whom I only today learned sadly passed away a little less than a year ago). Now having heard about the 9/11 metaphor only adds further layers of resonance. Thanks for sharing it.
Oh that's so sad to hear. And honestly every time I hear the beginning of this song I get goosebumps for many reasons. If you watch the first couple seconds it shows a plane flying and then a building. Such a gorgeous haunting nostalgic song. I'm so glad we can share this stuff with each other and others who enjoy it.
I thank my friend from Belgium for tipping me on this band from Tuscon, Arizona. KooL !
I never heard of these guys until today. I like their "trance" style. There's a certain haunting mellowness in this song. Why don't we hear of innovative groups earlier? Why are all the outlets so controlled, so as to only allow certain select groups public exposure? I'll give these guys 5 Stars.
Well, when I went to visit my Dad at the VA hospital there in Tuscan, I DID stop in there at the Hotel Congress. They DID have that neat jukebox. I saw it. But, I didn't go later at night because Dad always seemed to be scheduled for an early morning appointment. I DID see the airplane graveyard though. It was AMAZING !!!!! Wow.
ahhh this song...great loving memories...
i heard of 'em for the first in london,10 years ago,it's one of my favorites bands since then
they are great...I love all them CD´S
nice!
Just found, just love.
This is my favorite band!!!!
im a love fan and discovered calexico thru their cover of alone again or!! and they are as mighty a band as love! high praise! but deserved! this song is gorgous!!!!
I has Carried to Dust.
I LOVE IT!
The bass line of this stays with me and the hushed vocals are like a mysterious dream.
This always makes me miss Tucson so completely....
F Mills Tucson is a wonderfully strange place. I’m glad I got to live there, if even for only 2.5 years.
@@johnguzowski8634 Tucson Arizona?
They are also playing in the tap room at Club Congress! Its been awhile since ive been there but it still has the same jukebox!
Can't wait to see Calexico with Amos Lee this summer. It will be the BEST. SHOW. EVER!
I looove the piano
LOVE THIS SONG! BTW :) I met these guys on a Dutch festival where my band played with them and discussed music afterwards :)
Musical regards, AlascA
absolut great!
This video makes me miss my time in Tucson.
Saw them in concert (again) last week - great gig!
This man has talent.
Great song! Great band!
Heard them at Enlighten here in Canberra (Australia) this evening - absolutely awesome. Hope to see them back in here soon.
Great tune and video - nice work :-)
@MrLive2win Seeing Calexico AND Fleet Foxes tomorrow in Chicago. Perfect mix.
love love love this :)
saw them live with Arcade Fire last month. They were great!!!!
i heard this song for the first time yesterday on the television galaxy station "ambient" - they remind me of old fleetwood mac and a bit of chris isaac. if/when they come to canada i will want to see them
The video was shot in (and around) Tucson, Arizona.
And congratulations, Cowboy, you're from Hrvatska and speak better English than many Americans!
!Saludos desde Leiden, Holanda! fabulosos! excelentee
@MrsNemonina Well said. Although it's not next record that I'm waiting for. I want their next DVD with high quality sound. Everything they do live is so much better than studio(I'm not saying they aren't good in studio). I had a DVD : Live From Barbican london but I broke the disc and I can't find song "Wash" from that concert anywhere on net. That's great version. And I need it badly.
ghost tune ... I didn't know there were silver trees before hearing this ... now I see them everywhere ...
Finally I found this song... Since 2010.....from Laos
This played on the Finnish Subtv Movie complication ad on christmast so this is legendary for me.
I like this! Nice....
This has a calming effect
It's great that this was filmed entirely in Tucson. You've got the Hotel Congress Taproom, Wig-o-Rama, Menlo Park Video on W Congress, the El Tradito shrine and "The Boneyard" out at the air force base.
una gran banda, como tambien sus canciones, que todas ellas tienen esos tintes fronterizos que marca el estado de arizona y mexico...
Probably the most original band that came up in last 20 years except maybe for Tool, SlipKnot and Tortoise. They really brushed their style to perfection. I remember the Spoke album. And the song Wash. Since then they only got better unlike some bands. I can't believe that someone can dislike this. Dislike button should be disabled for this video.
I love this group. Maybe you should start with one of the earlier recordings because the mariachis are not to be missed. What talent!
magic music
i love this song. i love calexico for not being comparable with any other band i know =)
love this band, can't believe they are not more popular, then again maybe not =)
Really somethin fabulous,Ill see you guys in Dublin in september..
I agree with jimnaughton1, you've got something special with this song. The chorus is so powerful...I don't know what else to say besides it speaks to my soul, and it is augmented by the sparse and mysterious verses. I heard this on 89.3 The Current, and while that's great, I hope you've got some smart people promoting you, because you've really got something that needs to be shared with more people.
saw them Friday @ Mesa Amp.....this was the third song I think. It was amazing. More electric than this version and perhaps a bit faster. Just churning and roiling. Jacob played the main melody on vibes.
it was amazing. god i love these guys.
Wish I could see these guys live, sounds like they can play
Tucson is my home, and you described it correctly.
Great band I wanna see them in Poland someday
Joey B is perfection ♥ ❤
This is a nice commuter tune
Is there such a thing? What an interesting way to classify music. i can imagine this being time disposing rather than mindbuilding if listened while commuting. This is to be savored in a moment of emotional settlement. But if that's what transportation does to you, then go for it. :)
This Song is simply cool.
Tucson
The airplanes are at the AMARG Boneyard and most of the other scenes are in downtown.
Feast of Wire is a great one to start with.
0:32 : east side of Meyer just north of 17th, looking north.
0:42 : northwest corner of Convent and 18th, looking southwest.
0:45 : west side of Meyer just south of the convention center, traveling north.
1:28 : southeast corner of W Congress/Grande
brilliant song!
Chillout Chillout Chillout!!!!
esta canción es maravillosa
Does someone know, how old Joey and John are? I relly need to know! Please answer quickly
I don't do all this google, facebook, twitee-bird, twitter .. or whatever else !!!!!
But, this is a pretty cool song !
geez louise, 🤣🤣🤣. Me either, but this RUclips thing has everything imaginable! Best thing about the Internet (if this qualifies as Internet stuff🤷🏽♀️)
good song :)
@MrLive2win Calexico been making waaaay before fleet foxes even thought about existing.
Hey, Cowboy - try to make the trip with a short stop in Germany so I can jump on that plane as well. I want to visit Arizona once either! :)
This song would be so perfect for a Homestuck vid
wig o rama! jajajaja...i love it
Very nice !
Very good!
kneejerker: Well, excuse meeee. I suppose you're so "hip" yourself...
❤️ ❤️ ❤️
visit google, search for the following:
"Two Silver Trees" lyrics
Calexico rules with a worn leather fist over the desert.
Warts and all Tucson is my home.
@jazar99 that was the point :)
I want to buy a CD of Calexico, but have no idea which one is good or what... (Sorry)
Can somebody name a good one?
In your opinion what are the two silver trees?
do you think "two silver trees" is a homage to "silver trees" by rocky votolato? :D
Mumford & Sons playlist.
Some of the shots are from Tucson Arizona I thought that was cool to see considering
Lovely. 3
Woah is it me or is the best part of the intro missing?
Check it out. Behind those planes is my backyard! Hahaha. Calexico rules.
Hey quick question. Any one know what kind of guitar Joey is playing? I'd buy that guitar in a heartbeat. Thanks!
caleeeeexicooooooooo!!!!!!!
A San Sebastián el 10 de Noviembre a verles
It would have been sweet if they had some of Calexico's tracks in red dead
1554! A very good beer to have on draft