Luxury Wafers Exclusive: As Tall As Lions, Live@Chessvolt Studios with Videos and Mp3s
Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 2:28AM 
As Tall As Lions was such a fun session. Transcendent, really. As soon as the guys opened their roadcases and liberated their instruments, extraordinary, joyful chaos took hold. I hadn't quite expected their wonderful level of soulful exuberance - Daniel Nigro and the band (minus their drummer) were aflame with inspiration - at 10:30 in the morning!
Needless to say it was rich and refreshing.
Apparently Julio had been lost, out all night, partying liberally, but, by grace, he made it to the session in plenty of time (albeit naked....but don't worry, he clothed himself). The band went freeform during setup, jamming, writing new songs off the cuff, seeming to have a barrel of fun. By the time recording was finished, the whole place lit up and everyone present gleamed with a radiant sparkle. In fact, the session was so inspiring that our video guy went nuts and edited almost all the footage taken during As Tall As Lions' visit with us. Perfect, since the band's Velcro quality is enhanced hundred-fold by seeing them in action. As Tall As Lions recently put out a great record, but their real juice lies in their live act - in person, the band endears, engages and compels. All truly good guys and talented multi-instrumentalists, the 5 went all-acoustic (no headphones, which was nice), creating a remarkable and memorable session for all. Except for Julio, maybe.
As Tall As Lions - Circles - Luxury Wafers Sessions from Luxury Wafers on Vimeo.
As Tall As Lions - Go Easy - Luxury Wafers Sessions from Luxury Wafers on Vimeo.
As Tall As Lions - We's Been Waiting - Luxury Wafers Sessions from Luxury Wafers on Vimeo.
As Tall As Lions - Piano Jam - Luxury Wafers Sessions from Luxury Wafers on Vimeo.
Listen to the Exclusive Live Tracks (option/click to download):
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Reader Comments (13)
Any reason the 'Go Easy' download isn't working?
Technical glitch. Try 'Go Easy' now.
Sweet! Thank you.
This is amazing! Thanks so much for posting this.
these are extremly talented everyone get the new album You Can't Take it With You. Brings out a great message!
That was a great session. Thanks for the free downloads!
This is awesome. I really enjoyed "Lost My Mind"!
These videos are great, I can't get over how great Dan's voice is. Its full of soul!
haha julio is so funny and they are amazing live!!! ahhh i wish i could meet all of them someday.
Haha looking good boys! great videos too cant wait to see ATAL live again next month!
Thanks a bunch! The videos are great.
I kinda like it better acoustic. even though all the effects are gone, i think it sounds pretty bombin and a lot of songs can't do that.
So much feeling, damn. Real good videos from a very good band.