Shakey Graves - Dearly Departed | Live from the Pandora House at SXSW 

Shakey is one of the few artists whose live performances sound better than their album counterparts. There is so much more warmth and tone in this vs the album version.

This is honestly the one of the best duets I’ve ever seen performed. Adorable fucking chemistry.

I like the chemistry between Shakey and Esme, and how it builds in the duet.

It’s been 7 years since this was posted but the CHEMISTRY is undeniable

Am I the only one who prefers all of his "live" stuff over the albums?

Esme's boots, her voice, actually just everything just makes her the most beautiful girl in existence.

My partner of 8yrs, me and our 2 young daughters used to sing this in the car nearly every car trip. He passed away last May. First time listening to this since he's been gone. Hits so different. Hits incredibly hard. We miss you daddy ❤️💔

if shakey graves walked into a room and said shut up i have an acoustic i would very quietly wet myself, but definitely shut up

7 years later and I'm still.... fuckin.... looovin...... this!!!!!!!!!!!

Did anyone else fall in love with these two while watching this? So cute.

2024 and this duet still goes so hard!

this is the cutest thing ever

You can see that they're both having so much fun!

Shakey is fucking lit

Doesn't this just make you insanely happy?

She is breathtaking

Esme Is just Beautiful, I love her voice and the playful additude of the video. Would love to see them both sing together live. So far, the song has repeated at least 15 times... I can't get enough. I tried all the versions, this is by far my favorite!

Even after six years, this song still gives me chills.

i cant listen to this song unless its this youtube version

This is honestly one of the most perfect and beautiful songs I’ve ever hears

Do you see those heels itching for his suitcase drum and tambourine!

I INSTANTLY became obsessed with this song. I can't stop listening to it. 8th time or so now.

Been listening to Shakey for years now, I'm convinced he's channeling the soul of some dead guy...

It's impossible for me to watch this without a big stupid grin splitting my face. Their joy is so contagious.

50s-70s country, trip hop, jazz metal ! this guy is nucking futs

their performance chemistry is so good

Someone very special showed me this, now it reminds me of them ❤

I want someone to look at me the way these two look at each other.

Shakey has more soul in his pinky finger than a majority of mainstream artist, like a texas version of Jeff Buckley :)-

i understand different tastes in music but anyone giving this a thumbs down must be bitter about a lonely childhood. even if you dont like this music its still plain to see that its very musical while being quite unique. still so catchy with a great hook . some people just throw in weird changes to be different and it ends up sounding fussy or uncomfortable. very cool changes while maintaining the flow of the song. so aren't all those thumbs down really just a reflection of how you feel about yourselves? See, weve all learned something today. have a great day and remember to love even the little notes and empty spaces

The chemistry between these two is palpable

I love how playful they both are. Just livin life and enjoyin it

The future of Jazz Metal looks promising! Great work man, really refreshing to see modern music that sounds so genuine.

How could anyone watch this and not think it's awesome.

Aaaargh?! These goosebumps may be permanent?!

They look like they're thoroughly enjoying performing this great song - hope to hear them live someday

Love it! Happy Birthday Shakey Graves! Love you brother.

I end up here rewatching this at least once a year. Sooo much chemistry in this performance.

I reckon y’all think this is groundbreaking. Nothing new here. But he is keepin something alive. Just not sure what.

On repeat. Can't. Stop. Playing.

I have listened to this song about a 100 times within the past two days.

Esme Patterson is the brightest flame in the darkness for me.

The chemistry. It reminds me of something I used to... CIVIL WARS. So good.

Haven't stop listening to this song for a week THANK YOU SHAKEY GRAVES AND ESME.

Can't wait for his trip hop, and Jazz metal stuff.

Someone I love very dearly sent me this video. He was right, I totally love it. I love how he gets me. I’m so lucky yo have found him - and this song.

Back again.. the chemistry is insane!

Nothing puts a smile on my face like seeing folks who just love to play!

WOW!!! I sincerely hope that Shakey Graves does more with this woman. They are amazing together! And she is amazing! How fortuitous of them to meet each other, because they are like peanut butter and jelly to me right now.

That was way more than I expected. She gave me chills.

I love this version. Its so pure, with great feeling and chemistry. I have a huge crush on Esme Patterson!

All you can do is smile when watching this. Can't stop listening. Their sound is infectious

Where does such raw talent come from??? Fricking AMAZING!!!

This was magic. I wish I could buy THIS version of the song.

Its 2023, we are waiting for the Triphop and Jazz Metal Shakey! :D

it's funny to see how far this song has come. you can tell he's playing a lot more deliberately with a stricter time signature whereas lately, only a few months later, it's more relaxed, more flowing, more comfortable. like every other internet fan, i've been following him for a while and really, really happy he's having success. it does feel like 'our little secret' got out though.

I heard this once when me and my uncle was drinkin and spent a good few months trying to find it again glad I did

Such a great song with phenomenal chemistry

the energy felt from start to finish is so rare within a song.

This deserves a billion views!

2:50, "ugh thats so messed up..." god damn theyre so adorable.

They both have such amazing energy, love these two together!

Back to this one again, still makes me smile!

I smiled the entire time. Their chemistry is palatable. Beautiful song. They've always made the best music together.. never stop. Much love from North Texas 🖤

That is some real chemistry!

I have never shipped anyone so hard. Ever.

I'm so freaking obsessed with this

I love how much fun they look like they are having. Makes the song 100% better imho.

Shaky graves making trip hop, that I would like to hear.

Esme brings me back to this video over and over. She is beautiful with a voice to match. Watching her perform this makes me smile.

Now that"s Chemistry! Love this song.

10 YEARS!? Where have I been? This is amazing. Thank you! Woo hoo!

4 years later and this is still one of my favorite videos on RU-vid. It still makes me smile so hard while watching it. Their chemistry is so adorable

Now THIS is chemistry.

posted 2 years ago and I found it just now. wtf! better late than never? truly outstanding.

These two looking like they are having a lot of fun, and would make some very talented/beautiful children.

"What's a dagger without a cloak?... mhlhmydon oh..." Beautiful line and amazing musicians and performers.

It really can't be much better than what this man is doing. Kudos to Esme Patterson for naturally nailing her part. This is real music. Shakey Graves just might be the greatest band name I've ever heard of

They look like life long lovers, a fantastic mix of talent. This will play at my funeral party...

Long time fan... just wanted to come here and say "Hey I JUST heard this song in a Ford commercial!!!" No joke!!! Hope yall are getting paid for this... such an amazing "one-off" song reording 12/23/2022

absolutely stunning

I love this! The chemistry in their performance is infectious :)

Hot dang! One of the sweetest duets.

How do people dislike this.. i mean commo here is something beautiful.

At the beginning he says his music is based on country music...one genre I have a really hard time appreciating...but this is excellent. This is terrific! Tell me this is country and I'll love country.

I....am... speechless. This makes my top 5 favorite live performances. Ever. My heart hurts, because its so good.

Revisiting after 5 years… same great vibe as the first time I heard this masterpiece. I love you both!!!

I've probably listened to this song 160 times.

They both seem so genuinely happy. So cute! Brings a smile to my face every time! (:

Just your typical mesmerizing perfection courtesy of Shakey. Long live the king.

Not too many (ACTUALLY NONE) ANYMORE makes my soul dance inside. I love this. I can fill it in my bones.

Absolutely amazing- I took almost a decade off of new quality musica raising the kiddos- I’ve got the kiddos loving sonic youth, my bloody valentine, tribe called quest etc, so happy to love this new generation

They need too make a album together for real!

the first time i watched this i almost cried. such a true work of art. blessed.

Amazing chemistry between these two.

He comes alive with her! Just love it!!

So excited for him! Saw him years ago in Austin when he was getting going. He's a fucking genius, and definitely one of the best performers I have seen. Onward and upward, Shakey!

Love this! And Esme has THE cutest smile ever, omg.

Honestly this song does something to my soul...

You know you are in love with music when it means something different every time you hear it.