Matt Berninger and Brent Knopf of the band EL VY recently graced the Tiny Desk stage with their richly textured sound. As established musicians in their own right – Berninger with The National and Knopf with Menomena and Ramona Falls – their collaboration brought a new dimension to their music. The intimate setting showcased Knopf's playful piano and Berninger's resonant vocals as they performed songs with autobiographical elements, reflecting on Berninger's love affair with music in Cincinnati and his daughter's burgeoning passion for it. The performance felt like a discovery, with the artists unraveling their own songs in real time. EL VY's debut album, "Return to the Moon," released in 2015, encapsulates their unique blend of indie rock styles and personal storytelling, making them a standout duo in the music scene.