NPR Tiny Desk Concerts | Live Music & Interviews

by Sofia Alvarez

Indie rock artist yeule is quickly becoming a defining voice for a new generation, and their recent performance offers a stripped-down look at their signature sound. With a catalog of gauzy, sometimes sludgy songs that blend shoegaze and pop sensibilities, yeule’s music is often described as spectral and enigmatic, awash in reverb and noise.

But for this intimate performance, captured on a shining autumn afternoon, yeule intentionally pares back the layers. The drums are subtly dampened with towels, and while the guitars retain their fuzz, yeule’s vocals take centre stage, delivered without the studio effects fans have come to expect.


Did you know? – Yeule’s music frequently enough explores themes of trans identity, digital alienation, and the complexities of modern relationships, resonating with a growing online audience.

Backed by their band, yeule began with the shimmering tracks “Dudu” and “VV,” both from Evangelic Girl is a Gun, before transitioning into the guitar-driven energy of “dazies” from 2023’s softscars. The set concluded with a haunting rendition of “sulky baby,” featuring yeule on bowed guitar.

SET LIST

  • “Black”
  • “VV”
  • “dazies”
  • “sulky baby”

MUSICIANS

  • yeule: vocals, guitar, keys
  • Chris Greatti: guitar
  • Topaz Faerie: bass
  • Ryan Bernardo: drums

TINY DESK TEAM

  • producer: Robin Hilton
  • Director/Editor: Maia Stern
  • Audio Engineer/Mix: Neil Tevault
  • Host: Bob Boilen
  • Videographers: Maia Stern, Joshua Bryant, Kara Frame
  • Audio Engineer: Hannah Gluvna
  • production Assistants: Dora Levite, Dhanika Pineda
  • Photographer: Alanté Serene
  • Tiny desk Team: Josh Newell, Ashley Pointer
  • Series Editor: Lars Gotrich
  • Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed
  • executive Director: Sonali Mehta
  • Series creators: Bob Boilen, Stephen Thompson, Robin Hilton

Expanded Article (with answers to questions):

Yeule Delivers Intimate, Stripped-Down Tiny Desk Concert

Indie rock artist yeule is quickly becoming a defining voice for a new generation, and their recent performance offers a stripped-down look at their signature sound. With a catalog of gauzy, sometimes sludgy songs that blend shoegaze and pop sensibilities, yeule’s music is often described as spectral and enigmatic, awash in reverb and noise.

But for this intimate performance, captured on a bright autumn afternoon, yeule intentionally pares back the layers. The drums are subtly dampened with towels, and while the guitars retain their fuzz, yeule’s vocals take center stage, delivered without the studio effects fans have come to expect.

Did you know? – Yeule’s music often explores themes of trans identity, digital alienation, and the complexities of modern relationships, resonating with a growing online audience.

Why did yeule perform a Tiny Desk Concert? Yeule performed a tiny Desk Concert to showcase a more raw and intimate side of their artistry, moving away from the heavily produced sound of their studio albums. The performance aimed to highlight the emotional core of their songs and connect with listeners on a deeper level.

Who is yeule? Yeule is an indie rock artist known for their ethereal and atmospheric sound, blending elements of shoegaze, pop, and electronic music. They are a rising star in

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