#87 Yeasayer

A late session, a band who had not really convinced me until then. And suddenly, an improvised party in the subway, an apartment, a piano, an incredible turmoil of events. Thanks, Yeasayer.
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Yes, sometimes we get to shamble, half-motivated. It was one of these evenings: we could make a list of all the troubles we had with the equipment, organization, weariness, the Take away show scheduled after the show at the Nouveau Casino. Plus, the band kept us waiting and the tour manager refused to use the van...

However, two hours after, we left an apartment at Jourdain, exalted, light-headed, convinced that we lived one of the craziest, most free sessions of all the Take away shows... with a band I didn’t like.

When I saw them in Brooklyn, Yeasayer puzzled me, weird outfit, gimmicks from the 80s, crazy flights, it was all too much. When I listened to the record, it was worst: I couldn’t bear the layers, synthesizers, exaggerated reverberation. That evening, I hardly regretted missing the show, despite the amazed faces of those who were leaving the venue.

#87.1 - YEASAYER - NO NEED TO WORRY / REDCAVE

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à Paris

The band left the Nouveau Casino. They were funny, mordant, at ease, blithe. We went round in circles a bit, and then were told we would not take the van. So, we decided to go to the subway at station Goncourt. Fans, friends, god knows who, they all came with us. We walked for a long time, so long that we almost forgot we were there to shoot. Ira, the bass player, was the last one to take the stairs and the band almost took us by surprise, going ahead, turning around and singing a capella.

It would be useless to carry on this description, I think the videos speak for themselves... Crazy songs on the subway, rising and reaching their climax at Jourdain, opening a six-pack, a long walk, the building with two codes, an entry phone, a secured elevator and eleven floors. And then, the piano, beer, songs, 2080’s lyrics written quick and dirty on a sheet of paper, Lyn relaxing on her hamac, hands, glasses, bottles clinking on the floor as if calling the neighbour’s bawling out. A joyful hippie communion.

#87.2 - YEASAYER - 2080 / TIGHTROPE

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à Paris

And the songs. Their minimalism would be worth, more often, only the tictic noise on the beer bottles. As much strong, and beautiful. That evening, we talked Yeasayer into going wild but they went further, they dragged us. Yeasayer are fun.

le 10 March 2008 par Chryde
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Yeasayer

Absolutely amazing.

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10 March, by Yuhyuh.

Yeasayer

Fantastic.

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11 March, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

This has to be one of the best Take Away shows that I’ve seen. Wonderful.

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11 March, by ManBEar

Yeasayer

Great! Can’t wait to see them live.

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11 March, by un courageux anonyme

restorative

my faith in the human voice has been revived

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11 March, by Jeremy

Yeasayer

it’s clear this man has realised some important truths that affect us all in life and the end of life. music is so great, something nice to express oneself; worries and happiness, without it, life would be so much shorter. very beautiful, so nice to have people whom are not totally familiar with one another produce something so pleasing and impacting. definetley enjoy where music is headed these days. nice to have depth again. peace and love.

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11 March, by the deep blue

LINKS Check em out

www.beyondlegend.com

www.rockrenopi.com

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11 March, by sue

Yeasayer

oh my god, this is absolutely beautiful. a true inspiration, true music, straight from the soul. magnificent

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12 March, by eks

dudes...

take care and hurry home.

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15 March, by A.S.

Yeasayer

um... wow?!

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17 March, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

"I’m so blessed to have spent the times/ with my family and the friends I love./ In my short life/ I have met so many people I deeply care for."

— What beautiful words. I love these guy’s and can’t wait to see them again in Austin.

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24 March, by Stereo Soup

Yeasayer

thank you vincent moon for adding a little more beauty to my life. thank you with all sincerity. i watch this several times a week and smile.

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6 April, by thecharles

Yeasayer

beautiful! i can’t even handle it.

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10 April, by emily

Yeasayer

i am really overwhelmed by this band. They’re genuine and creative. Thanks Vincent for bringing great music and great bands into your circle.

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12 April, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

This was fantastic. Beautiful song, wonderful shot. Reminds me of why I bought their cd in the first place. Nice work.

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14 April, by un courageux anonyme

Great stuff!

Absolutely beautiful vocals, loved it.

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16 April, by Prof B

Yeasayer

I can’t get enough of this video. There are some amazing performances on your site but this one takes the cake. Much thanks for sharing. You’re the man Vincent.

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21 April, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

My god - this is life.

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22 April, by thomas

Yeasayer

Yeasayer are so much better live than their album sounds. Its a whole different experience.

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3 May, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

It’s like they can see into my heart and play the moments out of my soul.

I love it.

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14 May, by PlasticGeisha.

Yeasayer

Tout Va Bien!!!

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8 June, by un courageux anonyme

Yeasayer

I can’t wait to see them live!

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24 June, by Chad

Liens

#65

FINAL FANTASY FINAL FANTASY

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à : Paris

#21

HERMAN DÜNE HERMAN DÜNE

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à : Paris

#55

DIRTY PROJECTO... DIRTY PROJECTO...

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à : Paris

#51

LONEY, DEAR LONEY, DEAR

Réal : Vincent Moon

Tourné à : Paris

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