Wilco: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert 

My Daughter played Wilco for me today. I looked at her and said "Do you know how many Wilco CDs I have?" She said "alot or you wouldnt have said that". Smart ass kid, but I love that she knows and likes Wilco.

Wilco is, in all likelihood, the greatest band to not have a single hit, in the history of American music.

My dad would play Wilco in the car every day after he’d pick me up from kindergarten. Their music is some of the first music I ever liked and they’ll always play a big part in my life. Those were the days.

this is just the best thing in life

Wow.. my buddy told me about these guys like 15 years ago.. tried listening and didn’t get it. There are stages in life when your just not ready for something. Just tuned in to check it out, and couldn’t leave. By the end, nothing but smiles, thanks Wilco. True joy

"You have to learn how to die if you wanna wanna be alive" One of my favorite lyrics ever

I listen to this about once a month and ten years later it hasn't aged a day.

What a fancy drum kit.

Their song Whole Love gets me everytime. Wilco is one of the best bands ever.

There has never been another rock band who can manage to present such dynamic songs with acoustic instruments as Wilco can. Each member plays a role in the overall sound with no egos in sight.

This tiny desk was so influential to me as a musician. It got me into Wilco and tiny desk. I think maybe the most meaningful music video for me ever.

Not to discount Wilco but that humble guy in the background second from the right is the legendary experimental jazz guitarist Nels Cline.

I had NO IDEA who Wilco was before I watched this video. This is f%*king AWESOME!!! The band, the idea, you gotta love NPR and what you are doing with the series is cool beyond words. Beautiful to see.

"The Whole Love" album was just a masterpiece. It doesn't get enough credit in their discography. It was an incredibly inspired set of songs and the best thing since "YHF" or "Being There", IMO. You could tell during that whole period of promoting the album and playing shows that Tweedy was really happy with that record.

Man, Glenn can play ANYTHING and make it sound good. He's an amazing drummer. And I love the fact that he has no problem playing something really simple if that's what the song calls for (which is the best quality of any drummer).

I've never heard these guys before (of course, I'm ancient!), but I really enjoyed their music and their performance. The jazz guitar and oddball percussion truly adds excellent textures to the songs. I think this concert has made me a fan.

Nels Cline. John Stirratt. Glenn.. They are all so fantastic together. I feel very lucky to be alive in this time to see this. Thank You Jeff and Wilco. ♡

Made me smile when he hit those high notes perfect on 'Whole Love'

That first track, the bass line in the chorus and the whole thing are just complete bliss. The melody is so endearing.

dawned on me - 0:10 whole love - 4:17 born alone - 9:10 war on war - 14:27

The Tiny Desk Concert series is absolutely amazing.

That little girl in the front row is so freaking lucky... you KNOW this will impact her life forever in such a positive way! ♥ #justsaying

Glen playing a cupcake and someone's Bento box while they are at a meeting is priceless. I wish he could take a call on that phone thingy while he's playing.

I remember that feeling. A buddy of mine came over and said "You have to hear this!" He put on Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and we listened to the whole thing, start to finish. It is my all-time favorite album to this day. If you're looking for a good starting point, that is the album I would recommend.

This rendition of Whole Love is phenomenal…

I've been young I've been old I've been hurt and consoled Heart of coal Heart of gold So I'm told I've been lost I've been found I've been taken by the sound My own worries and voices in my head I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me Every night Is a test To the east From the west The sun rises And it sets As the sun At its best I forget That I know I regret Letting you go Sometimes I can't believe How dark it can be But I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me Dawned on me So far And so forth And again I will stop To begin at the end I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me I can't help it if I fall In love with you again I'm calling just to let you know It dawned on me

Just love the notion of 6 guys with nothing better to do than gettin' together and revisiting a bedrock environment with some heartfelt tunes of their own making.

Lived down the street from Bob & JoAnn Tweedy. Lucked out one spring day & caught the Wilco crew playing wiffle ball in the street. Jeff was gracious enough to autograph my copy of the A.M. cd jacket. That was 1996. My daughter was 7 years old. Now she is a budding folk artist. At the time she had no idea what she was gifted by Jeff. Now at 23 she's a bonafide fan!

why does this band always leave me feeling nostalgic

"Now, let's trash this dump!" The last soundbite heard at the end of this video. I've probably only just focused on this for the first time since listening to this performance over and over.

Heaven is where the radio station just plays Wilco, Nick Drake, and the Beatles for eternity. There a very few bands I can listen to almost constantly and not need a break for awhile to re-appreciate. Obviously Wilco are one of them.

You never know what instruments you’ll see at a Wilco concert 😂. But you know it’s gonna be GREAT.

I love this. Those melodic bass lines! Such good songwriting.

desktop percussions!!! :) jihijhij... I am thrilled and delighted. Two thumbs up to fellow percussionist, the lack for space for the propper drumset opened enough room for creativity and innovation. Way to go!

I love this so much. Their little bouncing movements keeping time makes it feel so intimate.

Coolest "casual day" at any office anywhere EVER!!!!!!!!

War on War FTW!! That sounded FANTASTIC!! My favorite band, and rightfully so, tearing it up! Love these guys!!

The guys in Wilco seem to genuinely like each other's company.

I can't stop thinking about how this day was probably one of the best days in these people's lives.

What makes these guys so great for me...for the last 16 years it seems like they write songs for me to hear and discover.

Mandatory NELS!!!! One of the best guitarist ever The solo on “Born Alone” is one of the best sequences ever... feels hopeful and alive just incredible

Tiny Desk Concert - The celebration of triumphs of music experence. Everyboy's music. Everyday's music. Thanks.

They should change the name of this video to "How to become a Wilco fan in less than 20 minutes"

Wilco always makes me feel I’m living my best life

Saw these guys at Gathering of the Vibes. The bands before them were psychedelic jam bands. The bands after them were psychedelic jam bands. They did not fit in at all. I was tripping my face off and when they came on, I immediately went to sleep on the lawn. After they were done, I woke up. It was absolutely perfect.

Whoever mixed this knows a thing or two. I mean, they're in an office.

I never listened to this band, but then I found this girl. Looks like I have some time to make up for.

Tweeds lookin happy!!

Just love seeing all these informal, sorta intimate concerts! Thanks again, NPR, and all the musicians who agree to do these!

woke up today hating everything, nice to stumble upon something I love

I'm glad there are still bands like Wilco and Old '97s around.

I'm just seeing this after 11 years. Magic! Love these guys.

This band is one of the reasons I started my music career.

Glenn over there just playing a PADDED ENVELOPE. lol

i'm 39 years old and only discovered the glory of wilco last year. better late than never but i feel like of missed out on so much.

Man just found this, feels like I’ve met an old friend whew. Thanks Wilco

These Guys are an awesome band

Love these Tiny Desk mini-sessions. It shows what the artists are like as people. JT comes over very well.

Probably one of my favorite Tiny Desk Concerts of all time.They sound 10 times better than any of their albums here.

People may not like Jeff but he's one of the premiere song writers of our time.

Saw them live in Nashville a couple weeks or so ago and I have to admit, they are the best band i've ever seen live. Please, everyone, if you get the chance, go see this band!

I love the band. Makes me want to pick up my acoustic guitar again.

Love the way Jeff looks back and smiles during the guitar solo.

Absolutely in awe of these guys. Such a wonderful group sound, playing with the absolute basics!

They used just about every inch of that tiny desk. Awesome performance!

Last year Wilco played in Barcelona, in a big theatre where only operas and classical concerts are allowed. (Liceu theatre) I guess that promoter knew that Wilco fans could stand in their sits enjoying the show without destroying the place. Wilco is the one and only rock band who have played there. Full respect for them and their fans (BTW Nels Cne is one of he best guitar player I've heard in years)

That is one of the most amazing bass tones I have ever heard!

I'm not even a Wilco fan and I love this.

Don't know how many times I've listend to this ......Just LOVE IT ! ! ! !

that bass is so lively. Stirratt son...you're a genius

Really, one of my favorite bands ever, love the storyteller vibe and love npr even more now that they hosted this .. great band

Don't think I have ever seen Jeff look so happy.

I have never before felt an almost irresistible urge to brush another mans hair.

Best tiny concert ever.

I just love how Wilco sounds. straight up.

Music videos make it a little easier to get through this period of "social distancing". Thank you Wilco!

Wilco kick ass! love the sound of the guitars and of course jeff's voice is incredible as always

wow that was actually one of the best versions of "War on War" they've done!

I love the "tiny desk" drum set!! Very cool collection of little percussion. Ya'll have recorded the best tiny desk concerts. It's amazing how great the sound is in an office.

Incredible talent. We're blessed to be witnesses of such greatness.

love little drum kit so amazing

I must be responsible for 15% of the views on here. Can't stop. So good.

Pure beauty.

This is terrific, definitely one of the best TBC's you've done! Thanks!

Great bassist, tight harmonies, strong songwriting, and just a really fun little performance from a good band I've never really listened to before. I like the descending to chaos ending on Born Alone. Reminds me of the "everybody's gone nuts" part of "I am the Walrus." Now I gotta find more Wilco music.

Well, that was feckin awesome eh? I would love to play in this band.

i have been watching this over and over, Love it.

One of my favorite tiny desks. I keep coming back

fantastic band. just saw them 3 times in south america and cannot get enough

This makes me so happy.

That desk gets the best shows around! Thank you for this visit from a band I already love. Additionally, thank you for introducing me to incredibly talented musicians I hadn't known.

these guys always sound great... thank you NPR

I listen to this daily

Dunno if this is amusing or not, but around 11 or so years ago a coworker of mine turned me onto Wilco and we went to see a concert after work after hitting a few jazz bars and drinking wine until the show opened. During the concert a guy seated next to me spilled my drink and my coworker dumped her margarita on his head, security was called and I asked if I could go with them as they were taking her away and I was trying to smooth things over and she blurted out "It's okay WE are CHEMISTS!" I just about lost it and finally convinced security that she would behave and we got to enjoy the music. Just a short Wilco concert story

This is just magical! Thanks Jeff!

All the good things I need. And I thank Wilco for that. 💖💖💖💖

Wilco is one of the voices of today that are not afraid to sing out against all of the BS in the world toeartfelt performance.

My dude's chillin in the corner bangin on a grinder

What an Amazing treat for Music Lovers everywhere ~ NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert ROCKS ! Love Love Love Wilco's Choice of Songs here !!

Total definition of a band - all playing to serve the song. Special shout out to Glenn - it defies description all the nuance he adds.