Hania Rani

Hania Rani Instagram – I am so happy to share with you our performance from the legendary “Tiny Desk” at @nprmusic in Washington.

It was filmed on one of the last days of November 23′, during my tour in North America. We arrived the day before, unfortunately both me and @ziemowitklimek were sick and feeling unwell after the first intense week in the States and a double show in NYC the day earlier. I felt almost woozy but thrilled on the other side and was really looking forward to the shooting day to come. I’ve already done a handful of challenging sessions in my life but this one seemed extreme. Firstly, I can hardly think of a more bizarre environment for an artistic performance – an open space office with its famous flamboyant corner, adorned with the oddest collection of clutter (which you are certainly dying to contribute to yourself). Secondly – the way you are going to perform – with no monitors, click, or in my case, vocal effects which feels completely terrifying at the first sight but on the other hand push you to rethink and reorchestrate your regular, dull setup. And lastly, the place and the people, the “Tiny” thing! The amount of anticipation and fear that is haunting you once your date with NPR is confirmed is enormous. And it is very understandable. So the moment when you finally arrive at the radio’s parking slot and everyone is immediately taking care of you and simply behaving like the kindest and most fun people on Earth is an utter relief (and let’s be frank – shock). The self doubt and stress is still in the air but the profound joy of making together something that might actually sound unique blurs the spiky edges and breaks the ice. 

To be very honest I don’t remember much from this day. I was too giddy and too sick. But when I watched the video last Monday in the studio with my friend we were both similarly excited and happy. It feels simply unreal to me to see myself and Ziemo jamming there around, acting totally relaxed and focused. And arguably having a lot of genuine fun making music together. 

@nprmusic, @bob_boilen, the amazing “Tiny Desk” team and everyone else involved – thank you! | Posted on 29/Jan/2024 17:05:51