Daniel Caesar Shines at Tiny Desk Concert
Daniel Caesar made a spectacular return to the Tiny Desk stage, captivating audiences once again. His 2018 performance remains one of the most popular Tiny Desk concerts, ranking in the top 15 on YouTube. After several years, he returned to showcase his latest work, rooted in the themes of vulnerability and spiritual exploration.
Highlights from Daniel Caesar’s Tiny Desk Concert
Caesar’s new album, Son of Spergy, marked a significant evolution in his artistic journey. This performance embodies a sense of completion and acceptance after years of exploring spirituality through music. The simplicity of the setting—a piano, a guitar, and a 12-piece choir—enhanced the emotional depth of the concert.
Setlist
- Rain Down
- Emily’s Song
- Moon
- Who Knows
- Sins of the Father
Musicians Accompanying Daniel Caesar
- Daniel Caesar: vocals, guitar, piano
- Aver Ray: piano, music director, background vocals
- Tiana Kruškić: choir director, background vocals
- Yanina: background vocals
- Carmi Harris: background vocals
- Alanna Ysabel: background vocals
- Mia Taylor: background vocals
- Myranda Pagan: background vocals
- Joshua Taylor Brown: background vocals
- Wayne Wilson: background vocals
- Malik Spence: background vocals
- Cmaze: background vocals
- Chris Jackson: background vocals
- Daron Lameek: background vocals
Tiny Desk Team
- Producers: Bobby Carter, Dhanika Pineda
- Director/Editor: Maia Stern
- Audio Technical Director: Josh Newell
- Videographers: Maia Stern, Joshua Bryant, Kara Frame
- Audio Engineer: Josephine Nyounai
- Production Assistants: Dora Levite, Ashley Pointer
- Photographer: Virginia Lozano
- Series Editor: Lars Gotrich
- Executive Producer: Suraya Mohamed
- Executive Director: Sonali Mehta
- Series Creators: Bob Boilen, Stephen Thompson, Robin Hilton
The audience, composed of NPR staffers, was left in awe as Caesar led the choir with effortless grace. The performance was described as transcendent, leaving a lasting impression and showcasing Caesar’s incredible artistry. His return to the Tiny Desk not only reaffirmed his talent but also highlighted the growth he has experienced over the years.
