Pokey LaFarge: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert

LaFarge writes and performs original, sometimes traditional music steeped in American blues, country and Western swing from the days when 78s ruled the record player. Watch him perform a short set at the NPR Music offices, with the help of his band The South City Three.

Set List:

"La La Blues"
"Pack It Up"
"Head To Toe"

[martydick]

I'm 81 and my son just told me about this guy and I am listening online. Very happy music! I love it.... hand clappin, foot tappin music! Thanks!

[mnmdisney]

I found Pokey Lafarge about 4 months a ago, was like "he from back then ot now?" When I found out he's from now I lost my mind, HELLZ ya!!!!🙉 Solid sound play in my world now with Charlie Crockett!!

[markstrugnell]

All four of these guys are very, very, very talented musicians. And my god they are tight. A real pleasure to watch.

[MusicByTheMoon]

"Shall we?" is the best way to start a song.

[madogblue]

The way Pokey carries himself, his upright confident posture, his head back crooning is so timeless of a man singing this classic music with skill and style.  The percussionist did a great job on Harp on La La La also.

[joshstrike]

That harmonica player is awesome. Licks are great, but not a single missed note, and that is a long song to play lead on. Like when he gets syncopated with it later on. That's gotta be one of the best live performances I've ever seen of a harp solo. Like many, I can cross-harp just well enough to know a virtuoso when I see one.

[Ombevorder]

I am 70 and just discovered his, "end of my rope" love the rhythm and his rendition

[steveparness]

one of the best bands I ever did hear.

[keiths]

A trip back in time to the late 19th century... like something out of O Brother Where Art Thou? Crazy authentic...

[DanielVerberne]

First time I've heard of Pokey and I'm struck but just how much he and his music harks back to the era of his music. He could be a time traveler.

[Dulcimerea]

New Pokey LaFarge fan, now to forever.

[kdevine]

I'm glad to see Pokey getting the recognition that he deserves.  I first started going to his one man shows in little bourbon bars in Louisville in 2005'ish.  He'd have a drink with anyone after he was done playing, real friendly to talk with in his 1920's mannerisms. I hope he hasn't changed much in that regard. 

[HeavyMetalBluegrass]

I listen to all genres and am always on the lookout for new (to me) songs. How did I not hear of these guys until yesterday? You got a new fan here Pokey. Thanks NPR Music and YouTube for a great forum for music.

[WillowPt]

As good a musician as Pokey is, his greatest talent is in how he connects to the audience. By the end of a performance, you feel as if you're in an intimate and wonderful connection with Pokey and the band, and you can feel his energy lifting you up. Thank you, Pokey!

[TouchdownProductions]

it's like a musical time machine. this is beautiful

[Latino_scholar]

In the age of amplified, synthesized electronic music...It's great to see good old fashion folk music in the spot light.

[TigerKing]

Know what i like bout pokey lafarge South city EVERYTHING 🎶

[gshu]

Pokey LaFagre is awesome!!! I've caught this roving troubadour playing in my hometown of Harrisburg a few times. Nice to see him getting national attention!

[johnmcmahon]

I saw Pokey Lafarge in Pittsburgh last night. That was one of the best shows I can ever remember seeing. Pokey's got a little Cab Calloway and Iggy Pop in him, He is a true entertainer, who can do it all in a show.

[Scitzo]

A pleasant surprise to see Pokey in 'The Devil all the time'. recognized him right away! brought me back here.