No matter who you are, music soothes the soul.
it’s one of the only things that virtually everyone can relate to. Whether it’s hip hop, rock, country or jazz, music has a unique way of bringing people together to enjoy life. Even so, there’s something particularly unique and American about jazz. Jazz musicians first came on the scene in the early 1900s, though since then, bands like Snarky Puppy have carried on the traditions all while adding a new-school flair.
And this live performance from Snarky Puppy proves just how good they really are.
Recording live from the Netherlands, Snarky Puppy gives the world a look into their creative process with this awesome video.
For those who don’t know, Snarky Puppy is a Brooklyn-based jam band led by bassist Michael League. The jazz-based group mixes all types of music into their Grammy-winning songs. With a total of 14 people playing instruments at any given time, you won’t believe how amazing and complex their sound is.
The video goes back and forth between all members of the band, letting viewers peek into their first-hand experiences as they perform. In each of their faces, it’s easy to see how focused they are as they deliver an epic set.
With drums, guitar, saxophone, keyboards and more, Snarky Puppy really does it all.
They’ve won three Grammys for good reason—after all, these amazing musicians are great live performers too! Every member is a master of their device, whether it’s trumpet or piano. The entire time, the group displays serious teamwork through their music. Since it’s an ensemble performance, each of the members must perform as one.
Each person in the band takes turns showcasing their abilities, and the sound they create is truly one-of-a-kind. Snarky Puppy uses just about every instrument you can imagine, and it shows in their music.
About five minutes into the video, the man on the keyboard lets loose with a brilliant solo and the rest of the band vibes off of him.
Organist Cory Henry wows the crowd with his ability to manipulate the keys. After he leads the band into an amazing rhythm, the drummer starts to join in before the rest of the band eventually continues.
It’s hard to believe this is a live performance, as the quality of the sound is out of this world. The video went viral in a major way, as it has been viewed over 21 million times since it was uploaded!
In all, 21.3 million people have viewed this epic live performance—and over 10,000 people have left comments.
The 14-person band is unlike any other, people on the internet went crazy for these live performances from the grammy-winning group. Organist, Cory Henry, was a common topic on the comments for his impossible solo.
“The more I learn about playing piano and music theory, the less i understand how this solo was possible.” Said one YouTube user.
“How do I become one of those people that just sit and watch these guys record their songs.” Said another.
Snarky Puppy sets the bar high with this powerful performance. The way the band members read each other to create the perfect tune is insanely impressive. To see the talented live show for yourself, you’ll have to watch the video below!
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