“What do you like to do?” “I don’t know... I don’t know...” “That’s okay” WTF I LOVE BOTH OF THESE WOMEN

The host... Is no one else getting a complete mother earth vibe from her???

Cheryl Waters is one of the kindest most courteous interviewers.

I have developed crushes for every single member of this band

No algorithm beats Cheryl Waters.

Cheryl: "Where does that hat live now?" Aldous: "Which one?" Cheryl: "The big hat." Aldous: "Which one?"

Shout out to the sound engineer at KEXP. Everything is always so perfect.

We should never get used to listening to a song with a commercial in the middle of it.

Her songs give me the feeling of laughing and crying at the same time. She’s amazing

she is one hundred percent from another planet and i love it so much.

This young woman is in touch with something elemental.

What an amazing interview, at one point Cheryl Waters allows her the space to be so weird without interruption, all the while, I'm hanging on every second. Amazing, beautiful, weird music, a rare soul, I'm sold.

Why do I get the feeling Harding's band both fears and admires her.

“I think to resist any more of myself would be foolish.” Aldous saves me all the time! 🙏

She's sweet but rough, she looks so wavering as she talks and yet she appears very confident and self-assured as she sings. I had the chance to listen to her in Bologna, Italy on November 15. She was not 'public friendly' at all, she played for about an hour, but I can say it was for me an astounding experience, she is so charismatic without any intention to be, she is shy but her music and texts speak always openly for her. I think she's one of the most interesting songwriters of the decade, she is original and yet classic. I think she's a very deep artist and I look forward to hearing her next pieces.

There is an alarming lack of hats here

Early on Aldous points, and says, _"He's my favorite."_ Later, Aldous tells the keyboard player, _"You're the best one."_ Aldous has quite the sense of humor.

That drummer is solid gold.

among her hobbies- "sitting in the dark." What do you like to do? "I don't know." I love interviews like this, it's a real conversation- It doesn't feel like the ten thousandth time she's telling an interviewer what she thinks about X. It's a fantastic musical performance, but it's one KEXP set where I almost like the interview even more.

'... I take it to people. They try to fight me on things. They lose. And then we make the video exactly how I want it to be made ...'

Cheryl: What are your hobbies, what do you do when you're not on tour writing music? Aldous: This is a fun question because my hobbies, the things that make me feel alive and present and excited and put faith in my in my... you know... I'm very different to the things that I'd actually do so, the things that I do.... and I've watched a lot of films and I eat a lot of food.... and I sit in the dark you know.... and I do that kind of stuff like I'm on my phone. But that's no what I like to do, you know that's just what I do, So.... Cheryl: What do you like to do ? Aldous: I don't know, I don't know ..... Cheryl: That's okay

0:25 Designer 4:45 Treasure 20:16 The Barrel 25:45 Damn

Oh my lord, it's so good to see someone be themselves. What an amazing artist.

be so completely yourself that those around you feel safe enough to be themselves too. thats the entire vibe i get from her and why i love her so much like i honestly cant even really express how beautiful it is this was SUCH a treat, thank you.

It's incredible to witness a person who has self-actualized and grown beyond the typical human experience. Aldous is an amazing person and a great songwriter. I wish there were more people like her in the world.

Cheryl is a Queen, she is my all time favorite interviewer

"I've never heard an Aldous Harding song," Aldous Harding. What a perfect answer. As the creator the way the song sounds and feels to her is entirely different than what it could mean to anyone else. She's got all the background and story to the song, the experience of crafting, trimming, killings bits of it along the way. All of that experience and time spent personally locked up with it to flesh it out? I can well imagine that Aldous Harding has never heard her songs the way her fans hear them, mores the shame. I wish that she could.

I looked her up a few months back and instantly fell in love. Luckily a few weeks later I caught a show in LA. INTENSE persona. Songs were FLAWLESS. She really seems to enjoys when people get her clown persona. It's such a relief to see a musician act like an artist where you can also witness the philosophical perspective flow as part of the entire tearing down of and creating reality. Her utter honesty feels eccentric & that's quite a statement as an artist to make- that getting to the root of your own being is so unacceptable. Forever in love w her. Fav song is The World Is Looking For You. Devastating beautiful voice and her variance of execution and evolution as a musician and songwriter is fascinating. Can't wait for more music

Cheryl Waters you are the sweetest and most gentle interviewer. Thank you for letting this whole scene be as it is. and not trying to manipulate it to a more “ comfortable “ talk /show ❤️🙏

You gotta respect a flugelhorn-playing drummer...

Aldous has a peculiar energy and intensity in how she performs that is captivating to watch.

Aldous was the most intensely beautiful concert I have ever been to in years.

“When you jump up and down your chains almost sound like a tambourine” I may never recover

This almost 60 yr young rocker has just been completely blown away by these amazing artists this morning... we're hearing someone becoming, realizing herself, and from what I've heard so far, the sky's the limit...

Cheryl Waters is amazing as an interviewer... she might be my favourite... so well prepared so humble and not intrusive... we can see she prepares to the interviews according to the artist... congrats @cherylwaters

"It's impossible to speak the truth and be honest" OK MY THERAPIST AND I HAVE A LOT TO TALK ON THE NEXT SESSION

After an Emma Ruth Rundle binge, somehow I stumbled on "The Barrel." Soon after I searched all of Aldous Harding's videos, then listened to Designer and Party repeatedly, and then capped all that off with this live KEXP performance. It hasn't even been 24 hours.

I'm glad she did The Barrel. My favorite Aldous Harding song.

I came for the music but I stayed for the interview,.. that was great. She's really... just, great. yeah...

God to hear Cheryl talk about being an involuntary fan girl at her age. Is so sincerely awkward and good. I love this session so much more.

Wow- when asked about her hobbies, the explanation was exactly what I would have said if I didn’t feel the need to say “something interesting” or “something cool”. I’m shook. I thought she was being pretentious but I think she might just be a higher life form.

Saw her in Brooklyn last year. She's a MUST see. I would travel great lengths to see her again.

I'm so happy I am alive to hear AH's music

Twice on kexp in 4 years shows how much kexp and we love Aldous

Cheryl Waters you are the best. The greater music community is forever in your debt.

This was the most real interview I have ever heard!

I saw Aldous live in Melbourne last night.... without a doubt THE BEST performance I have ever seen! Love her so much ❤️

what a singular artist - an absolute delight to watch

fascinating person

Captivating band. And good to see Cheryl Waters again. :-)

I feel so much listening to her. She is inner-outer-worldly if that makes sense. I feel she is enlightened and it shows in her expression. I was going to see her here in California but I can wait. All the more valuable and beautiful. Support out artists and radio stations.

Thanks for inviting such a great ARTIST, her music is everything

Literally so happy to have discovered this

The smile after her "You're Best One" comment is infectious. The last minute of Damn is one of my favorite music moments of the year. Well Done everyone!!

I wish the YT ads would not show during songs. Else always checking performances in KEXP. The best sound/mix.

i like the way she brings her own experience into the conversation and then makes a question from them

The music world is definitely a better place for having Aldous Harding in it. Love Designer.

Big shoutout to Kevin Suggs. The sound quality is immaculate.

i don't know why but the first song brings me tears instantly as the piano started ....

She have a power over me I can't stop listening to her she is even wonderful when she talks I just want more of her in my system ❤

Brilliant. Both Aldous and Cheryl.

Great to see her back on KEXP. It was her set there a couple years ago that hooked me deep.

I feel a weird kind of sad today, a little out of my mind and uncomfortable but I can't put my finger on why. This is really doing the trick for some reason. Cathartic.

HAH the part about what she likes to do and what she actually does sitting in the dark on her phone is so relatable & hilarious!

I can so relate to her. "That's just what I do, not what I like to do. So what do you like to do? I don't know. I don't know."

Very sympathetic interviewer. I don't think I have ever seen anyone try so earnestly to be honest -with every question they are asked- as Aldous Harding.

I love how she balances out her guitarist's lack of a microphone by adding "he's my favourite". A small act of such genuine empathy and kindness.

She has an inscrutably honest artifice. Reminds of Dylan

I‘m in love with this beautiful band

Elemental. Primeval. Numinous. Transcendent.

She plays the most deliberate, conflicting, awe inspiring characters ❤️

“And I sit in the dark.” That’s my favorite part. So relatable haha.

Just came across this soul for the first time... She is so enchanting and beautifully authentic, such inspiration. Her look makes me want to just hug her for eternities.

The best in all the ways that matter.

Saw them perform tonight. Very tight band of great musicians. Can't imagine enjoying a live show much more. Feeling so fortunate to have seen them in a small venue.

"Damn" is absolutely stunning. This whole performance is stunning in general.

Oh Aldous, I've loved you from the moment I saw you at the Tiny Desk. Your features look like my mother who passed away 2/13/14, she would have also loved you so much. Please always create and I hope to see you live one day! If you and the band stop through Southern Oregon on your way to Boise, look me up and I'll show you the greatest coffee/tea places here!

'What instruments do you play?' 'Drums and flugelhorn' 'Well of course'

Amazing artist. Amazing Cheryl Waters.

She’s so weird and cool I just love her❤️

The most captivating performance and interview ever. I adore Aldous Harding's song writing. I listen, and find myself taken away within a torrent of inner feeling's and emotions. I've been lucky enough to see Aldous and her band play live twice. On both occasions I experienced many tingles throughout the performance, which was an absolute joy to me. Many Thanks KEXP and Aldous Harding.

This is stunning. And I hadn't noticed before how Aldous and Richard Ashcroft have strikingly similar angular beauty in their facial symmetry and mannerisms.

So glad she played Damn; it's a special song. Love the way it moseys along, whilst being completely gripping at the same time

this is why i love kexp and subscribed all those years ago- to discover new (to me) aural magicians like this!

YES! So happy Aldous Harding is playing at KEXP again. Last time I was very angry at the DJ for not asking enough questions; my apologies to that previous DJ. Cheryl Waters did a fantastic job interviewing her, thank you so much; Aldous Harding is such a fascinating performer. :)

What a treat! :) Thank you KEXP for making it possible! Cheryl's voice as soothing as ever, Aldous being honest - bringing the joy each time she sings - together with her amazing band.

Oh my gosh, it's my birthday today and this is the best birthday gift ever!! Thank you Hannah and KEXP!!

I have been rooted to my seat, watching and listening to these remarkable artists. Beautiful spellbinding music. Thank you Aldous Harding and your band. Beautiful.

I love how much the band is connected to her. She's a genius, and the band (and the radio host) really, really get it.

i love her. true artist.

"Hey, Aldous - where would you like to eat tonight?" ".....mm......." "....." "There are... many places to eat. And... where I would like to eat... it's... dependent on a lot of things."

It's so amazing to experience how every single sound, and notes, and lyrics in your songs have a deep meaning. It aligns every single particle of my being. Thank you for your art.

KEXP THANK YOU i really needed this today 👍🔥❤

Such an amazing artist... Thanks for posting KEXP ♥♥♥

How do her expressions perfectly describe how her music makes me feel?

I love the way Cheryl peels back the layers to try and unearth the complexities of Aldous mindset and musical talent.....like most of us, Cheryl has been taken on a musical journey but wants credence to solidify her own dreams on that journey.....if that makes sense, it's how I interpreted the interview. Just found that she is playing in London on 20th May....can't wait.

I discovered Aldous Harding two days ago. Until I saw this interview I thought that she may not be of this world. Now I know that she is human, and a genius.

Her dancing is so enchanting 😍

This is just too good. An amazing session. Thanks Cheryl and KEXP. X

Her music/poetry is on another level. Such an amazing artist. Pure and powerful.