Tye Tribbett: Tiny Desk Concert

Suraya Mohamed | March 20, 2023

It was a bit of a tight fit, getting the choir, horns and full rhythm section properly situated behind the center nook of the Desk where Tye Tribbett would eventually stand. As the band warmed up, there was concern that his voice might not carry over the fullness of the talented ensemble. During the rehearsal, he stood nearby, directing music cues, occasionally taking a moment to make “grrrr” vocalizations as the band adjusted to bring the loudness down. They quickly found just the right level and when Tribbett moved into place for sound check, his lead vocal both blended into and soared above the magnificence of the band’s high energy praise music.

Even before the production crew pushed their record buttons, an excitement filled the air. As the first song developed, the intensity rose to an even higher level, setting the tone for an emotional, spiritual experience. Musical excellence was abundant as the singers lifted their voices with precise intonation, and Tribbetts’ vigor was infectious. The complex instrumental arrangements included jazzy licks and funky beats that drove spontaneous but smooth transitions in and out of six inspiring songs.

Before the last tune, the encouraging “Be Alright,” Tribbett exclaimed, “There is hope! You’re never hopeless. I know your world gets dark and you feel all by yourself. You think nobody sees you but God sees you and not only does he see you but he’s been with you the whole time.”

SET LIST
“No Way”
“Get Up”
“Victory”
“Everything”
“He Turned It”
“Be Alright”

MUSICIANS
Tye Tribbett: vocals
Joseph Bethea: keys
Brandon Jones: keys
Thaddaeus Tribbett: bass
George "Spanky" McCurdy: drums
Jabari Johnson: guitar
Kevin Woods: trumpet
Joseph Streater: trumpet
Frank Rein: trombone
Jalisa Faye: vocals
Jewell Jones: vocals
Jocelyn Bowman: vocals
Sharon Ann: vocals
Billy Crayton Jr.: vocals
Brandon Edwards: vocals

TINY DESK TEAM
Producer: Bobby Carter
Director/Editor: Kara Frame
Audio Engineer: Neil Tevault
Audio Mix: Josh Rogosin
Creative Director: Bob Boilen
Videographers: Kara Frame, Joshua Bryant, Sofia Seidel, Maia Stern
Audio Assistant: Josephine Nyounai
Production Assistants: Jill Britton, Ashley Pointer
Tiny Desk Team: Suraya Mohamed, Marissa Lorusso, Hazel Cills, Pilar Galván
VP, Visuals and Music: Keith Jenkins
Senior VP, Programming: Anya Grundmann

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[austinjarrettltd.]

Whoever booked Tye from Tiny Desk should get a raise every year on this today for life

[ericlewis]

I would argue anybody this is a top 3 tiny desk performance

[ayacaka]

Who's watching this with me in is too awesome guys😮

[Cam-Mar]

They are actually worshiping and not just putting on a show!! Praise God

[jackaltv]

Tye’s band is fire. Many don’t realize that Tye himself played piano on Justin Timberlake’s “Cry Me A River”.

[sapeca]

Probably listened to this a dozen times now. But as someone in the process of overcoming Cancer, his song “Alright” has become my anthem. And the way seamlessly transitions into, “Only one Night” is perfection!

[kay]

Whew! I lost it when they started singing everything!! You don’t see too many gospel artists screaming JESUS this loud nowadays!!

[jonathanvijongarth]

Tye Tribbet is the James Brown of gospel music. His talent is undeniable. Much respect to NPR Music for bringing Tye Tribbet & company to Tiny Desk.

[highwaygoals]

I love how he kept the music going without talking in between every song

[darrenjohnson]

Jabari johnson on guitar, spanky on drums, thaddeus on bass, and he even brought in Jalisa Faye on vocals 🔥🔥🔥 15 years watching this guy shape the very way we listen to contemporary gospel music and its like this guy doesnt run out of fresh creativity

[tiaraanice]

“Everything to Me” gets me every time! 🙌🏾😭🙌🏾😭

[MIAmo]

The Energy ... The Authentic Praise ... The Vocals .... The Worship ...The Fun ... Sounds like an amazing Praise Party If you are reading this and you are going thru a God Designed Journey ... Hold on God Hears you ... He has not forgotten about you .. He Cares.. He can and will bring you out ... May God Bless Tye Tribbet and His ministry and all who listen

[Emanuel-vzzj]

This is one of the only gospel artists I can actually see doing the Superbowl. What an amazing testimony that would be shared with the world.

[jaytothebee]

Tye is a true gem in gospel. His music is loved across generations. I pray he’s able to creatively share the good news for a long time. 🤍

[ebonykaleidoscope]

I am blown away….this needs to be at the SuperBowl someday….

[rjc]

When he said “The devil thought he had I hit the floor 😩😩😩😩😩😩🙌🏽

[Hardicus]

As an atheist knowing nothing about gospel music, I was not expecting that! What an incredible energy. Tiny Desk always delivers.

[ChadLott]

In terms of energy, musicality, songwriting, and vocals…not too many people touching Tye..regardless of genre!

[Briandaherring]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I know all y’all “I’m not Christian” people in the comments FEEL THAT it’s called the Holy Ghost lol just hop on the train Jesus is waiting 😇❤️