"If the American music business made any sense, guys like John Moreland would be household names." No truer words ever spoken.
@djsweatymix8117
4 жыл бұрын
@dom deasha Nonetheless, I reccomend his music
@hamburgerdan101
4 жыл бұрын
Who cares? as long as he isn’t on dog food and he’s clearly not doing this for show business money. also don’t don’t kid yourself this guy is too good for Sirius and top 40
@DnAfilms405
4 жыл бұрын
the american business does make sense, just not to you. I love Johns music, but thats just not what people are looking for today. It makes sense, because tahts how the music industry works.
@johnmccoy1254
4 жыл бұрын
Thank the good lord he is in my household. Or whoever y'all wanna thank cause he should be.
@Richard-r7u6c
3 жыл бұрын
Instead, we all have to listen to Cardie b
@wilsonbrey7521
Жыл бұрын
That was the best lead guitar playing I’ve ever seen bar none.
@Andy-th9kj
4 жыл бұрын
Stapleton Sturgill Childers Colter Cody Jinks Jason Isbell John Moreland I'm sure the list goes on. From someone who never really listened to country before the last 2-3 years, it's a great time to be alive! These guys are keeping REAL music alive.
@kipe5619
4 жыл бұрын
Check out Ian Noe!
@Andy-th9kj
4 жыл бұрын
Sara Morrow he’s great!
@user-bm7ze1vn8f
6 ай бұрын
Travis Meadows.... you're welcome
@michaelkonopacki6317
Жыл бұрын
I wish this was longer. The sound is perfect. I mean this whole thing… perfect.
@petermarshall4620
2 жыл бұрын
Just saw John in SF tonight. Best small venue show I've ever seen. Go see him live ya'll. So so good!
@willykayak
3 жыл бұрын
.....not a wasted word , seamless guitar harmony and just an intimate reflection...... the perfect tiny desk performance....thank you guys
@dearydarling
3 жыл бұрын
John Calvin Abney mines that guitar for every ecstatic drop of emotion it's capable of and then some more ... absolutely stunnning guitar work. It's not just skill ... it's feeling ... these two are deadly
@brandonyork5570
3 жыл бұрын
Agreed 110%!!!
@Darkside_78
3 жыл бұрын
exactly what I was thinking
@jakthurmond
2 жыл бұрын
Got to play a song swap with John Calvin in my home town and man, talk about impressive.
@tbm3x
2 жыл бұрын
This is the absolute truth. Man, that guy somehow made his presence known by knowing how to back off at every right moment. Which gave every note he did play so much more relevance. That’s how you play together and not over each other.
@dariusdribbles.3981
5 жыл бұрын
How about that supporting guitarist though!!
@fletchermoore5428
4 жыл бұрын
Oh dude... he's an animal.
@joelcarlson239
4 жыл бұрын
His name is John Calvin Abney. Another great musician from Oklahoma.
@catedoge3206
4 жыл бұрын
he on x games mode
@tomgreeves9248
4 жыл бұрын
Spot on. Masterly accompaniment. Perfection.
@fiftythree30
4 жыл бұрын
Check out his work with Samantha Crain. Good Stuff on the youtube video of "when you come back"
@williamrobertson6989
5 жыл бұрын
Easily one of the best performances at the Tiny Desk..
@brandonyork5570
3 жыл бұрын
The guy on lead guitar..... is pure talent. I couldn't believe that 1st song. Gave me chills how smooth he was, and how much fun he's having! That's why I play. Because someday I want the opportunity to do it with a legend like John Moreland and do it with a style and sophistication this guy showed. Thanks guys! A display of PURE talent. Big love
@kevinstankiewicz5791
6 жыл бұрын
John Moreland is one of my favorite artists - his voice is haunting, his lyrics are stirring. So glad he finally got the Tiny Desk treatment.
@PNW_Gunner
3 жыл бұрын
John Calvin Abney came straight out of the David Rawlings school. Beautiful playing.
@michaeldemarco1170
8 ай бұрын
You can catch this guy occasionally at a local bar in Tulsa playing randomly.
@CullenTheDuck
Жыл бұрын
I just keep coming back to this
@handymanm
5 жыл бұрын
It's artists like this that I find myself gravitating towards lately. Singer/songwriters that tell stories , guys like John Morland and Townes Van Zandt. We definitely need more like this.
@robh4713
4 жыл бұрын
When music makes you cry it’s not your ears listening, it’s your soul
@ih8music
3 ай бұрын
Man those guitars sound magical...
@Blah.747
4 жыл бұрын
Dude on guitar/harmonica is KILLING it..reminds me of my dad's friend who passed away..that man could play the harmonica like no other
@gimmetea5615
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for following you heart and allowing yourself to share you gift, brother. Keep up the great work.
@ddevico1181
6 жыл бұрын
John moreland and Tyler childers are here to save country.
@DonSimpson4stringer
6 жыл бұрын
So right! Insane songwriting talent in both.
@TheKountryboy54
6 жыл бұрын
yessir! two of my favorites with colter wall. those three are the best on the acoustic side without a doubt!!! absolutely amazing. theres not enough good words to say about them. Im going to see tyler childers tomorrow night in Richmond. probably more excited to see him than I was to see cody jinks.
@lukenumber1
6 жыл бұрын
Check out Brent Cobb as well
@Amansvista
6 жыл бұрын
Gotta put sturgill and Jason Isbell on that list.
@dreamsaresharedhere_
6 жыл бұрын
I strongly dislike country but I really love this man
@williamvedder1991
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr. Moreland for your music. I don't know much about anything but know when I see and hear the real deal. Sad to see untalented musicians make it big in the mainstream but people like Mr. Moreland don't get the recognition they deserve. Thank you again Sir.
@Ruthity
4 ай бұрын
That guy accompanying him...incredible!
@thomaspaciello1068
6 жыл бұрын
John Moreland is amazing. His songs make my heart hurt.
@WalturdTheCat
5 жыл бұрын
It is funny how his songs just touch you so deeply like your soul is crying. From the singing the lyrics to the guitar music it is just Heavenly to me. I sit on my deck and drink beer and listen to his songs over and over
@seanchesal5676
2 жыл бұрын
I have watched this easily over 100 times now. A truly great performance
@WelfareChrist
4 жыл бұрын
This is some of the best songwriting I’ve heard in a long time and John Abney’s guitar is such an unbelievably perfect match for it. What a treasure this performance is.
@WalturdTheCat
5 жыл бұрын
The song Cherokee gets my heart. The guitar player in the red plaid is having so much fun through every song excellent guitar player as is John Moreland I just want to be there. All of the song Speak to My Soul. John Moreland please come to San Diego
@danielsaur9553
6 жыл бұрын
I woke up this morning and just wanted to hear some John Moreland, I didn't expect this when I searched his name in youtube. Thank you Tiny Desk!
@28happenstance
6 жыл бұрын
Daniel Saur Exact same thing happened to me. Ran across it after I watched the TDC episode with John Prine. Definitely recommend that one as well. With that said, Moreland just keeps getting better and better. Love this guy.
@claygirl8
5 жыл бұрын
@@28happenstance Thanks for the recommendation on that TDC episode!!! Much Appreciated Senor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@28happenstance
5 жыл бұрын
@@claygirl8 Very welcome!
@willaustin8917
6 жыл бұрын
I love John's voice and his songwriting style. I'd love to sit and drink a few with him and listen to him play for hours. Real talent.
@danielsaxby
4 жыл бұрын
What guitars can truly sound like... wow. all of this is great.
@tonypeeler3070
6 жыл бұрын
So glad to see you looking so dam good....now you're stuck sticking around for many years giving all the people that love your music many many more songs. Thank you and WTG
@NickSquaredTV
6 жыл бұрын
INCREDIBLE sound with just two guitars. Wow
@suehamlin51
6 жыл бұрын
Oh my God, you made a believer out of me. real fast. You know most guys would wear that harp, but this guy just picks it up, puts it down and goes right back to blazing on that guitar. You're both amazing. Thank you Tiny Desk Concerts, for finding me so much excellent music!
@tobiasoellers146
4 жыл бұрын
These Guys are awesome. I Hope they‘ll perform for a long long time.
@codybray5888
5 жыл бұрын
I can't believe my Spotify or Apple music hasn't recommended this man, AND this is the first time KZitem told me to check him out. This guy is amazing. Just a fantastic set.
@upyours5460
6 жыл бұрын
I love how his eyes are closed in every song ... If that's not telling you something I don't know what is
@rfd339
4 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of Charlie Daniels doing that..
@2134yanto
4 жыл бұрын
It just doesn’t get any better than this. Come see us in the UK John. Much love
@nels5413
Жыл бұрын
Please tour again! I'm so sad the Colorado Springs show got canceled. You're one of my favorites!
@sbingham1979
6 жыл бұрын
That is some great guitar playing and singing and lyrics. Fun to watch the first song where John Calvin Abney plays his smoking harmonica, then lays it down just in time to grab his guitar for more lickety-split picking!
@aaron.debattista
4 жыл бұрын
John Moreland has revolutionized the way I write my own music.
@rca-ui1ue
5 жыл бұрын
John Moreland sure knows how to hit the heart strings. Love you bro. Keep up the amazing work 🇺🇸
@georgeovitt5443
4 жыл бұрын
A duo that reminds me of Guy Clark--poet/songwriter--and Verlon Thompson, guitarist extraordinaire.
@nolanbeard7324
4 жыл бұрын
Wish there was something more than a thumbs up for this video. Thank you NPR and thank you John Moreland for blessing us with your music.
@buttrocksavant
6 жыл бұрын
Holy crap! I just discovered John Moreland last week and have been hooked since! This is awesome.
@RIGeek.
6 жыл бұрын
Cherokee is such an amazingly powerful song. Gives me the chills from head to toe.
@kenhughes4715
5 жыл бұрын
It doesn’t get much better than this. Doubt I’ll ever see two people complement each other better than this. Thank you for doing what you do.
@pepehands9364
Жыл бұрын
They are fantastic but to me the greatest duo of all time is jim croce and muary muehlheissen
@BreathEmpowerment
Жыл бұрын
Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds come to mind.
@Away.Aweigh.A.Way.
6 жыл бұрын
Saw John open for Lucinda Williams in ATL a year back or so and was blown away. Good to see him getting some attention.
@s0l0m0n
5 жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to this once a week. So perfectly soothing. True gem.
@phillip623
5 жыл бұрын
Old wounds...new favorite! NPR delivers another gem. These guys are incredible
@Chihusky177
4 жыл бұрын
Thankyou. Melbourne Australia
@Pownage1245
6 жыл бұрын
That chugging riff for Sallisaw Blues is so damn addictive. Way better than the album version where the acoustic riff is drowned out.
@maryhafner6387
5 жыл бұрын
This is great. Thank you Tiny Desk...you are my heroes for bringing great little concerts to us. You rock!
@Jacob32905
5 жыл бұрын
I've been sleeping hard on this guy. Damn. "I've been mining the horizon looking for lies I've yet to tell". I mean come on...
@Ianmcguire1993
6 жыл бұрын
John Moreland you are the man!!! Great music, great soul and writing!!
@vincentlussier8264
3 жыл бұрын
His deep raspy voice, his lyrics and pounding on that great sounding Martin this guy is a real gift to us all! This guy is also rising to stardom.Look out Bruce Springsteen, this guy is moving through!
@andylowe6968
5 жыл бұрын
Powerful poetry, the melody pulls my heartstrings . . . . hooray for real country music.
@patrikklingborg
6 жыл бұрын
this might be the best music i have ever heard
@tahoma6889
5 жыл бұрын
Love the hat. Thanks John, and friend, You two rock!
@beauskelton7819
3 жыл бұрын
0:05 Sallisaw Blues 3:57 Old Wounds 8:00 Cherokee
@thomaspaciello1068
6 жыл бұрын
I could watch this again and again. His songs are so heartfelt they hurt. I got tickets to see him play in Asbury Park in August. Can't wait.
@anglovr
5 жыл бұрын
Tiny Desk people... do not decide one day to bring this show to an end. Thank you for the artists you showcase. I've discovered new music and been warmed hearing familiar songs made new 👍😁 We saw Mr. Moreland last summer with Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. It was a special night I'm glad you reminded me of that evening. Thank you so much, please carry on...annndd give the Sheepdogs a chance on here I think many would approve!
@Shakeytunes
6 жыл бұрын
The two of them suit each other. Personally never heard of either of them until today. I have now and am pleased to have done so
@Lavafish26
6 жыл бұрын
I hope you go so far in this career of yours John. Good luck and Keep on doing you.
@rrbaggett7
5 жыл бұрын
*THIS!* Gems like this is reason #27 why I financially support NPR. A million thanks & buckets of gratitude, gang!
@cqfishbrain7437
6 жыл бұрын
Just found out about John Moreland, he's awesome...especially live and acoustic...those lyrics are crazy soulful...I'm sure anybody whose lived at all, love, lost and felt deep earth shattering pain can relate to his music...it's strangely therapeutic for me!!!
@michaelhegarty6977
5 жыл бұрын
excellent.could listen to these guys all night
@evansmith627
6 жыл бұрын
Yes! Yes! Saw him in Tulsa a few months ago at Cain's Ballroom, so proud of his work finally getting the recognition he deserves. Such a wonderful and humble guy!
@pelotasdad
6 жыл бұрын
john is so gifted.... and amazing in concert.... keep on keeping on, oklahoma boy.....
@martinparidon9056
3 жыл бұрын
We need another one of these. Setlist: You don't care for me enough to cry Blacklist East October This Town Tonight Hang me in the Tulsa County Stars In Times between Thank you.
@marcoscamillo6606
3 жыл бұрын
Killer setlist.
@coreyfunch561
6 жыл бұрын
So excited to see this on here!
@Warrior1587
6 жыл бұрын
Old Wounds is an amazing live version.......Cant express the amazingness of it. Bravo. John Moreland...I missed your show in Lincoln, NE. You need to come back to Omaha NE. Cherokee hits me right in the feels.
@jdavidrhea
Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen John play live in OKC twice in intimate venues, and I swear to god he made me cry both times. Like magic. 🏆
@Mr11Melon
4 жыл бұрын
What a voice, lyrics and supporting guitarist. Providing inspiration in these uncertain times.
@theglamster1
6 жыл бұрын
Hauntingly good. This is what music was invented for.
@tobycooper4157
5 жыл бұрын
Saw this guy a year ago today and like I kinda fell in love with the high pitched original sounds from the left guys guitar
@jenmoffett1018
4 жыл бұрын
You can pick up his newest album "Safe Passage" which has fantastic songs, and a lot of that "high pitched" sound. Very glad I added it to my small collection of artists' CDs.
@fabiorinaldi877
Жыл бұрын
Blessed musicians...it sounds so tight!
@chadmclane9278
5 жыл бұрын
Saw these guys open for Iron & Wine in San Antonio in 2017. Great performance from the duo.
@julierenee4134
6 жыл бұрын
Saw this guy play in Waverly, AL in 2014. Good stuff.
@TroopBSA-ez8ig
5 жыл бұрын
Found John Moreland this morning and so glad I did! What a great voice. And...love the Sonics hat!!
@debraboaze2991
5 жыл бұрын
HIS VOICE IS SUPER UNIQUE.
@timbrittain
Жыл бұрын
Love you man your music is magic thanks for making the world better
@seoworlderic
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent, I didn't know these guys. NPR for ever Thx !
@Che3z3rz
6 жыл бұрын
Wow these guys are good
@madgalactic
4 жыл бұрын
I'm so happy this man got an NPR Tiny Desk 💎
@schwigi
6 жыл бұрын
On this episode of "before they were famous" - Action Bronson feat. Lil' Dicky
@mortenrollsen271
6 жыл бұрын
I wish Lil' Dicky would come to the tiny desk.
@willpike8053
6 жыл бұрын
I could have sworn the little fella was that dude from Silicon Valley
@skyecharles7913
5 жыл бұрын
Epic
@heckadankgangster
5 жыл бұрын
I cant even watch this now holy shit thats funny
@Drew-hd4hm
5 жыл бұрын
im dead
@Hexapointe
4 ай бұрын
Amazing. Since in the throes we’ve all been hooked
@karamiller69
4 жыл бұрын
Im in love with this guy
@egopeche4157
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutly beautiful. Wonderful Guys !
@savylace1197
2 жыл бұрын
wish i was 25yrs younger so i would have a chance to marry you john!
@InterferenciasRG
6 жыл бұрын
Holy shit!!! I've been super obsessed with this guy's music, I was totally waiting for a TDC from this man! Thank you sooo much
@JV-df9em
5 жыл бұрын
Sure! Let me just rip this vicious harmonica run and fall right into a tasty guitar lick. WHAT!? That was awesome!
@loveipabeer
6 жыл бұрын
John Moreland is so good and love the hat!
@SandyCarlton
6 жыл бұрын
A songwriters' songwriter
@thelevitucker
5 жыл бұрын
eeyup
@Zophedus
5 жыл бұрын
8:09 Cherokee.. I can't quit listening to this song or John Moreland. There's just something about his voice that feels like a warm blanket.
@murcianity
5 жыл бұрын
Oh okay..Great music!!! Great musicians...
@SouthernPinesNetwork
5 жыл бұрын
Good job brother! Nice to see ya on the show!
@canturgan
6 жыл бұрын
That's all you need. Talent.
@henrygilbert3798
6 жыл бұрын
Powerful.
@surakura3819
6 жыл бұрын
A xenon
@jclark1693
6 жыл бұрын
Probably countless hours of practice too.
@StonecrusherinPCB
5 жыл бұрын
Talent baby! I love this guy
@michaelbarnes7437
2 жыл бұрын
John hardly says a word in his performance because he already pours everything into his lyrics.
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