KEXP.ORG presents All Them Witches performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded April 14, 2023
Songs:
See You Next Fall
L'Hotel Serein
Bulls
Enemy of My Enemy
Michael Parks Jr. - Vocals, Bass
Ben McLeod - Guitar
Allan Van Cleave - Keys, Violin
Robby Staebler - Drums
Host: Cheryl Waters
Audio Engineers: Jon Roberts
Guest Audio Engineer: Azal Khan
Audio Mixer: Jon Roberts
Mastering: Matt Ogaz
Cameras: Jim Beckmann, Carlos Cruz, Alaia D’Alessandro, Scott Holpainen, Luke Knecht
Editor: Scott Holpainen
www.allthemwitches.org
kexp.org
0:27 See You Next Fall 11:28 L’Hotel Serein 19:50 Bulls 25:08 Enemy Of My Enemy 28:35 Post performance interview
19:00 Bulls
Lchaim. I was born March 11th in Bethlehem. I'll teach you some Aramaic. It's the slang of Hebrew. Schlama means peace. Malkuth means heaven. Hubba means love. Hubba to you all.
@@jacovawernett3077 cool man. Thanks! I wonder, is this where the mid century American idiom “Hubba Hubba!” Comes from?
The audio mix is excellent. Congrats to the engineers… the drums sound amazing.
First time I listen them, what a surprise!! Thxs kexp!!! Gianni from Latina, Italy
Kexp’s sound engineers need awarding how Fckin amazing they get all the artists sounding
dude fr, literally every single KEXP video ive seen I have been impressed by the mixing. I always seek out KEXP for live performances on YT
I was talking about that, here is the best place to reallly listen what the bands deliver alive! Amazing studio!
No freaking kidding... the tone... my gawd everything just sounds so good.
I almost disagree, because they make it sound so perfectly natural that my feeling is "Duh, that's just how it sounds."
You spot it was I was thinking about it constantly, they sound amazingly
Ben Mcleod is the real deal... Unreal guitar playing
Bro's playing basic pentatonic and blues scales. Sounds nice, but let's not get carried away. Nice tones though!
Amaizing player
Hurr durr
Hypnotic the way this guy shreds
@@markymarcm double-digit IQ comment
Go give your engineers a pay raise. They're amazing.
I think with the numbers of comments saying this under each kexp video their engineers must (rightfully) be the highest-paid of all the USA :)
Yes bro yes
@@SaintFranssoix still kind of funny to imagine how they read those comments and dry their tears with one layer tissues, cause thats all they can afford
I had the pleasure of seeing one of these recordings in person last week while visiting Seattle and I couldn't agree more. It sounded even better than the album. I don't know if they do further mixing and cleanup before posting the recording, but even the live version in the room was incredible. Top of their game for sure.
Amen brother 😅
I love when the guys play KEXP and render the studio recordings obsolete
Yeah, Blood and Sand especially. The KEXP vocals are just unreal compared to the album
I put that in the top 100 rock (all varieties / sub-genres) performances of all time. Cut that stuff into a gold disc and fire it into the extra-stellar void so someday “someone” can get a taste of what humans could do when at our best and working together.
sad but true 😢
Yup@@floatingcoffin
The worst thing is you can't find the KEXP versions on spotify which is a crime since they I prefer many of their songs the way they perform them live than studio like someone mentioned Blood and Sand is phenomenal in vocals but also the feeling overall I just couldn't dig the studio version at all as I was introduced for that song from KEXP's live version and thinking now I'm sure I wouldn't like the studio version had it been my first time listening to it either way, it just doesn't do it for me.
I just love the fact that KEXP love these guys as much as I do. One of my best discoveries in the past 5 years, already up there with some of my favorite bands ever.
Couldn’t agree more
Agreed, def one of my faves over the last 5yrs and combined with the mixing and production values of KEXP makes for a great performance.
Same. Discovered them through KEXP years ago. Been a fan ever since! Got lucky enough to see them play in Nashville on Halloween 💯
Im just a listener but i belive he is one of the greatest guitar players at this moment. This band is awesome and im greatful to be able to enjoy them.
Word They’ve been such a beautiful addition to my collection
never clicked so fast
Same lol
YEAH!!!
Right!!
Same
Seriously, i love their live format and performances.
Ben McLeod should be on the front cover of every single guitar magazine. And I am glad their original keyboard player is back. They weren’t the same without him.
Stoked the are calling themselves a four-piece now as well. His key and fiddle work add so much to their live show.
This band really understands the idea behind letting their songs and their instruments breathe. No one tries to outshine any body or do anything extra. Only what is necessary for the track. That probably comes with their chemistry and experience.
Dittto
The singer is just mistreated.
Robby's drumming is so creative. His cymbal striking is impeccable. Love his style.
It's kinda insane how he only has a hi hat and a big ass ride/crash. So many different sounds and dynamics.
his subdivision is so obvious, he's so into it
I love the more minimal setups. Like Greg from deerhoof. Bass drum a tom big hi hat and a crash/ride
Oh duh and his snare hahah
He understands the importance of space in drumming. And he does a lot with fewer voices in his kit. Much respect.
If no one is gonna say anything about Robbys timing, I will. That backbeat is going NOWHERE. Solid as a rock.
He's playing the heartbeat of the music
Basic as fuck tho
So solid!
He kinda makes my chuckle because he always looks so intense and a little stiff but he is undoubtedly excellent.
I love how his expression changes, it's like he is surprised the drums haven't hit him back
I remember when ATW were underground stoner darlings. Seeing them grow has been such a journey, every inch of their success is well deserved.
was lucky enough to see them a few times in some small venues with Weeed and they were great nights
@@flux3082sounds fun❤
Wait, they're not still?
@@chainframe I think they definitely are but what do you call over 600,000 followers on just Spotify and I’m sure that number is low. That doesn’t feel underground but they have that feel forever
I feel the same, bro! What a evolution! Looking foward to see them in Brasil someday🤞🏼
It’s time for this mythic band to release the complete KEXP Sessions as an album. The sound engineering is excellent in all aspects; as always from KEXP. The energy captured is unrivaled in all sets. Badass improvisation as well. Greetings from Mexico!
💯
tocaran en Hipnosis este año!!!
I cant stop listening and I dont want to! These songs scratch my brain in ways I didn't know I needed.
I love how much Cheryl loves them! And SO thrilled Allan is back. They sound amazing as ever. ❤
Allan provides a whole new dimension to everything off of Nothing as the Ideal (recorded in his absence) - it is such a treat to hear the live recordings with his stellar additions. I can't wait for their Denver residency🤘🏼
@@hrk262 I’ll be there also! I have had the 3 nights since they came out and has defined my year . First shows at the blue bird Also
@@tylermoulton7294 how kickass has this residency been though? Unreal🤘🏼🤘🏼🤩
@@hrk262The Austin residency was so good. Only caught one day but wish I could have been there everyday. Sleeping Through the War live in it's entirety was fantastic.
Thanks For The Great Music, merci.
All them witches and kexp is like aragorn and andúril
haha im re-reading LoTR right now and this comment is awesome lol 😂
Didn’t expect this here but in a way this doesn’t surprise me
Howard shore recorded some of the lord of the rings soundtrack at abbey road . ATW did their last record there. I think that’s cooler than the Beatles and Clapton
I really enjoy how the drummer drums
L'hotel Serein is such a damn good song.
was already obsessed from bakers dozen... the keyboard in this live is so good
Had the immense pleasure of seeing these talented musicians at Troubadour in Hollywood. One of the most memorable shows I've been to. Fantastic.
Thank you KZhead for randomly recommending this video. I love being introduced to new great music.
Welcome to this fantastic band❤
King Buffalo Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Frankie and the Witch Fingers Yuri Gagarin Dream Wife (euro punk chicks) This Is The Kit (kinda folk rock) Wo Fat Have fun...
Awesome stuff. No headphones falling off Robbie this time round. Can you blokes come to Australia soon please.
and then hop over to New Zealand
Bluesfest needs there magic
Thanks for the upload KEXP. Invite King Buffalo to the station!
That's a VERY GOOD idea
Yes yes yes
Yes!
I‘m a 60 year old bloke from Germany and ATW are by a margin my favourite band of all time. Never enjoyed seeing a band performing live as these guys.
Seriously one of the best rock/ blues acts OF ALL TIME... I know its a bold statement but I will die on this hill
Your not alone on that hill.
i think we can build a community on that hill
Agreed. When I discovered these guys a few years ago they blew my mind. Cant stop listening to them. I so want to see them live!
Bring a picnic it’s gonna be busy on that hill my friend 👊🏻
They’re getting there.
The previous KEXP sessions brought me through the lockdowns. This band is just on another level, its unreal. Stellar performance by the sound team aswell. Thanks for having ATW again.
Same thing about lockdown with ATW at KEXP. It was on of the main music discoverers of my life
I have sinned. I only just discovered this.
Same (except today). Boom.
When KZhead randomly plays a bloody masterpiece like this, and you discover an amazing new band, love it
No such thing as random hate to break it to you
Welcome to the family =)
@@tylermoulton7294Big Brother is watching you.
Welcome, friend.
Your life will never be the same
You guys should have them once a month lol
Not many bands at this mystic atmosphere. Love them
Hell yeah, i love All them Witches.
Just saw these guys at Rockville Daytona 2024, amazing 😮
Feels like music written by someone who found god on a shroom trip! I love this band!
Lemme tell you people somethin' ...I'm a half-ass musician up in my 60's always lookin' for new music. It's always a treat to find someone like this who has their own "original sound"! These guys are really good...I live for this kinda stuff!! 💥😎💥
If you dig these guys check out King Buffalo......
The constant evolution of this band is amazing to witness
I just saw these guys kill it three nights in a row at the Troubadour! If you can see them live do it, they're easily one of the tightest bands I've ever seen!
Was there for dying surfer night but didn’t get to see the other 2 nights. The best show of my life. Wish I was able to make all 3
Yoo! Believe me.. as soon as i get wind that they are touring in germany or in uk.. or anywhere near these places, ill be on my witches broom zoomin! :D
@@jwolfling 😂
Bluebird 3 days
@@tylermoulton7294 ooh wheres that? :)
Most underrated band on the planet.
This band is so polished and full of talent, wish more folks knew about them. Great set.
KEXP and All Them Witches. The Perfect Combo.
All Them Witches taking KEXP to 3 million subs What a killer set this is
Fantastic to see them back. Please invite King Buffalo into the studio soon!
Years back, we got to catch King Buffalo opening for All Them Witches. Sick!
@@davep2626lucky. That is a real blessing for you
They are a different beast with Allan
𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐀 !
Grateful for this greatness. :)
The audio quality is superb. SOUND GUY BIG THUMBS UP!
Ben Mcleod is a legend.
every band needs a freakin guitarist like Ben who obviously played a lot and loved a bunch of diff types of music. so great
KEXP: the best studio in the world to have the best bands in the world play live! What a fabulous band! What a fabulous sound!
God it’s good to hear the man on keys. Sounds great up higher in the mix.
How many different guitar tones does this guy go through? Why are they all perfect?
Check out Nick McCabe from The Verve (of Bittersweet Symphony fame), the band as a whole and their guitarist seem to take a ton of inspiration from their early records. Toooooons of psychedelic, ambient, heavy tasteful playing.
@@severebash9153oh shit, I never actually realised that there definitely are some stylistical and tonal similarities!
This live performance of See You Next Fall is the most amazing, hypnotic, and drift-away piece of music I've never heard in many years. Sonic perfection. Can't get enough of it. By the way, I'm 66 years old.
You're never too young to enjoy good music like this 😉
I may be an old guy now,@@MrGordy41 - but it gives me great pleasure to see that amazing music is not dead after all. I grew up on The Who, The Stones, Zeppelin, and all of the other legends. This band cancels out the crap music of the late 90s and early 2000s, and restores my faith. This track ( "See You Next Fall " ) in particular, just takes me away to another space. I just drift. I just love to float away on those guitar and key sounds. To me, it's an 11 minute long escape from pretty much everything.
LOL,,I know, Im 61 and grew up on the same music, I still consider us young. I def agree, rock is not dead with bands like ATW, King Buffalo, and such.@@spudbusted
Thanks so much for replying@@MrGordy41 . Seems we share the same visions that way , to some extent at least. You would probably hate me for my selling off all of my vinyl album collection from the 70s and 80s a few years ago, but I did hold onto my cassette collection, so I might be forgiven to some extent. : )
I’m 70 and amazed by this magic manifesting sound carrying me out there.
Man, I’m really glad Van Cleave is back. As a trio they were lacking like a dog it’s fourth leg.
I agree. I'm glad they kept trucking without Allan, but I'm SO glad he came back. They sound whole again.
I'm glad Allan's back but I don't think they were lacking in any department without him. These guys are the tightest band around and so incredible live.
The drummer found the pocket, then refused to leave it. Hell yeah.
Holy moly, these legends are back on KEXP! What an absolute MONSTER version of L'Hotel Serein. These boys are on a different level man
This is some of the best rock ive seen. ever. Fkn bold, raw and sexy music
Love the drummer repping a Noveske shirt.
See you next fall. Wow wow wow wow wow just beautiful
And just like that.. rock found its voice again. It always does…😎.. music will always win. Gratitude to all the musicians, producers, engineers.. keep on rocking in the free world!
For me, the best band in the world right now
Same
Igualmente!
Where would we put TOOL?
@@julyasa8095idk, after ATW for sure.
Same here!
The drummer lived in my building and is the nicest guy. Obviously a fantastic drummer as well.
Just when We thought We couldn't love See You Next Fall any more than We already do. Allan's return is heralding a new level of greatness.
Agree. That new space that Ben found was created by Allan. I think that Robbie is also using that space as is Parks. Liked the 3 piece, but something more magical exists with all 4 Witches.
I don't mean to understate my opinion, this is the best rock band I've had the joy to experience in my 75 years. I have been blessed got to see Jimi live in Berlin but a drunk agent threw a stun grenade on stage and killed his hearing in his left ear. It was all down Hill after that , police dogs and cops with automatic weapons, such was 1969 Berlin Germany. Then 15-20 years later SRV appeared, again fate intervened had great seats and Stevie was on fire. I have to see ATW live, I need a good recharge!!!
Coming from someone raised in Led Zep, Sabbath, Floyd, Allman Brothers Band and many more; I can say that Ben is what Rock guitar is really about. Holy f*ck. They're tiiiiight ❤
When ever ATW appear on KEXP.....I can't click the play button quick enough.
I love much they jam their track out when they play live
everytime theres a All Them Witches XEXP i crave a big fat Joint and good headphones, ethereal!!!!
Love this band so much! I've seen them 5 times now! Once at Metro/SmartBar in Chicago, once at Gabe's in Iowa City...and most recently, three nights in a row at The Empty Bottle in Chicago for the beginning of the Residency Tour! They are all such incredibly talented musicians, and super kind and humble! Ben has not only taken the time to talk with me after shows, but he always remembers me! I've even chatted with Parks, Robby, and Alan, and they are all such awesome guys! They all took the time to sign my collection of their vinyl discography, and I even got Robby's drumsticks from the last night at The Empty Bottle!! They are super grateful for their fans and they deserve all the success in the world!🤘🏻💗🤘🏻
Myself and two of my best friends got to attend the filming of this at KEXP and watched from the glass behind Parks. Such an amazing experience! Thanks to ATW and KEXP for doing these!
I was there too, unreal experience
Lucky 🦆 the both of you!
whatttt how?? That is amazing!
@@alimfar6206 It was announced a few days before the recording date. The first 60 in line at KEXP 2 hours before the show received an entry pass. Me and my two best friends drove up from Portland OR at 5am to ensure we were able to snag one, and sure enough, we did! Once and a lifetime experience for an ATW fan!
@@jacobwilson998 That is amazing! Hopefully in the future I get to live closer to KEXP haha so I can be able to do that. Thank you for the reply!
Dean getting a shout out by the band is great.
Love the Duane Allman influenced guitar playing! So sensitive ... The ending of See You Next Fall is pure bliss .
Such goodness. So happy to see them jamming on KEXP again.
THE best live band I have seen in a long time.
These are authentic, powerful people creating authentic, powerful music. This is why we love them.
These guys are so fucking good
Once again KEXP introducing me to a band I needed to hear! Thanks guys
Check out their other 2 KEXP sessions- legendary!!!!
Lightning at the Door and Dying Surfer Meets His Maker are two of the best albums you're ever going to hear. Strap in and enjoy!
Haha. I had the same experience 5 years ago. They instantly became one of my favorites. Don't miss them live if they come anywhere close to you!
Welcome to the rest of your life!
The Allman Brothers influence in Ben's playing becomes more evident with the time
and its not appreciated. Its "All Them Witches" not "All them them hairy chests on a sailboat at dusk" .
Got super lucky to be in the space that morning to witness this performance and then see the Dying Surfer set that night. Incredible live band, one of the best currently doing it.
i think ive listened to this a billion times now
Just when you think these guys can't get any better; they get better. Parks seems a lot more confident with his singing here, sounding great.
this band is just incredible,The talent that each member has is very unique.The sound they produce is mesmorizing. I have been lucky to see them live in person. Looking forward to seeing this band grow bigger and bigger.
Got to eat my breakfast and listen to these guys this morning. Bliss. They sound so tight. Kind of like they’re releasing all the energy built up during that time off.
I'm from Russia and found out about this group back in 2014. These are the best guys I've ever heard.
Another timeless All Them Witches Live on KEXP!! For years I kept coming back to listen to the first 2 lives here, so great to have one more now!
This masterpiece should be on apple music and spotify
Good day, for me indeed, when there is a new KEXP ATW special
My favorite rock band on my favorite KZhead radio show. These dudes are awesome. This band just keeps on getting better and better, it is a fk'n trip to behold and I'm old. These dudes are lyricists, these dudes are musicians. They have actual talent. It's a rare thing.
YEAH!!!! EPIC!!!
The drummer is so good
Heavy. Such a treat to hear them on KEXP. Thank you guys for making great music.
Check out the other two performances! They're all great.
The rock can still survive, thanks All Them Witches...!!!
And they just keep getting better
These guys keep getting better and better! Never ending creatives! They have some TRIPPY videos too!
Some of the best live performances you will ever hear right here on KEXP!
Michael's speaking voice is just as magical as his singing voice. Incredible
@@cabbagequeen i don't know him personally, but it seems that way indeed.
Dying Surfer Meets His Maker is still their masterpiece in my opinion. Such a great album!
That album has been my favorite show in the two three night three albums runs we've attended.
Just amazing.
Ben is so dope! Good to see Allen back behind the black and white bones.
Best group of musicians happening right now. Nothing like them since the early grunge era.
New fan
Ah, ATW, my favorite band. :)
Phenomenal band! Saw them open for Primus and Mastodon in 2018 and haven't been the same since. One of the very best.
Same
That's a sick lineup. Damn.
That's where I discovered them also. Great tour!
You lucky dog!!