Toro y Moi Unveils New Session Recording for 'Live from Trona'

Three years later.

Music
2.9K 0 Comments

Back in 2016, Toro y Moi drove out to the remote Californian desert of Trona Pinnacles with his band to play a live concert. After a three-year-long wait, the singer-songwriter has finally released new visuals for the set.

The video kicks off with a wide pan of the desert landscape, followed by fuzzy lo-fi clips of a team of technicians building the stage — set up for 360-degrees of coverage. The first song the band plays is “What You Want,” which is also the track that kicks off What For?, Toro y Moi’s fourth studio LP from 2015. The instrumental arrangements sound slightly different from the original recording, with the addition of new equipment and subtle tuning — this time around Chaz Bundick is accompanied by four bandmates: percussions, guitar, keyboard and bass. Doused in funky bass lines and tinny guitar riffs, “Buffalo” is the next song on the set list, followed by other tracks like “Still Sound,” “Half Dome,” “Grown Up Calls” and “Lilly.” Playing into the night, the session comes full circle as the band finishes off the session with “Yeah Right,” which is the last song on What For?

Scroll up for a look at Toro y Moi’s new visuals of 2016’s Trona Pinnacles set.

Elsewhere, Chronixx has tapped Sampa the Great for a visceral remix of “Black Is Beautiful.”

Read Full Article

What to Read Next

Vin Diesel Stars in 'Fast & Furious: Crossroads' Spinoff Video Game
Gaming

Vin Diesel Stars in 'Fast & Furious: Crossroads' Spinoff Video Game

Along with franchise staples Michelle Rodriguez & Tyrese Gibson.

VAGABUND Builds Blacked-Out "V12" BMW R100RT Motorcycle
Automotive

VAGABUND Builds Blacked-Out "V12" BMW R100RT Motorcycle

Made with a number of 3D-printed parts.

André 3000 Talks Creative Woes & Why He Isn't Musically "Motivated"
Music

André 3000 Talks Creative Woes & Why He Isn't Musically "Motivated"

In a new podcast alongside Rick Rubin at his Shangri-La Studio.

The Standard Releases Craig Green-Designed Bath Robes
Fashion

The Standard Releases Craig Green-Designed Bath Robes

Designed to celebrate the group’s London outpost.

adidas Launches Phoenix-Tinged Arsenal Kit for Chinese New Year
Sports

adidas Launches Phoenix-Tinged Arsenal Kit for Chinese New Year

Showcased by Özil, Luiz & more.


Jaeger-LeCoultre's Air-Powered Atmos Clock Receives "Transparent" Redesign
Design

Jaeger-LeCoultre's Air-Powered Atmos Clock Receives "Transparent" Redesign

A change in one degree can power the clock for two days.

Chronixx Taps Sampa the Great for Visceral Remix of "Black Is Beautiful"
Music

Chronixx Taps Sampa the Great for Visceral Remix of "Black Is Beautiful"

The Zambian upstart joins the reggae renaissance artist.

Baby Keem Joins the Celebration of Sukkot in "MOSH PIT" Visual
Music

Baby Keem Joins the Celebration of Sukkot in "MOSH PIT" Visual

Shot in the Crown Heights neighborhood in Brooklyn.

50 Cent to Executive Produce Black Superhero TV Series 'Trill League'
Entertainment

50 Cent to Executive Produce Black Superhero TV Series 'Trill League'

Based on Anthony Piper’s indie graphic novel.

Take a First Look at the RSVP Gallery x Nike Air Force 1 High
Footwear

Take a First Look at the RSVP Gallery x Nike Air Force 1 High

Centered around elements of the Air Force 1, 2 and 3.

More ▾