Guest Wildbomb 4:20 Report post Posted July 9, 2004 I'll start this off by saying that I am a longtime fan of DMB, ever since "Under the Table and Dreaming" dropped way back in 1994. Some too often will compare them to Phish, despite the fact that Phish is a superior jam band, capable of making every song 18-20 minutes in length. Meanwhile, DMB will feature in their live performances a few good extended jams, while also being able to keep song lengths in check: 5-7 minutes. At least, this is how it worked at last evening's performance at the Tweeter Center, formerly known as Great Woods. Now, for those wondering why I bring this up: there were about 35 mics spread throughout the crowd, along with more cameras than often featured during a DMB performance. All signs point to this being a CD release concert, which is awesome for those that attended and those that didn't, as out of four performances I have ever seen from the band, this is by far the greatest. Things kicked off with the single "Too Much." An excellent choice in openers as well, as it is recognizable, and loud as hell to start. For our resident metalheads here at TSM, I use the term "loud as hell" a bit more loose than you guys. Things got started on the right foot. For those who like their music a bit louder than what you'd expect out of DMB, I would suggest looking into their four newest songs, which right now do not have a name. "Grace is Gone" was terrifically depressing, as always, and also featured a nice slide performance by Stefen Lessard. Everybody stepped it up on this performance. Dave stretched out his vocals and was going absolutely nuts on stage. Bassist Lessard kept sliding and soloing whenever he got the opportunity. Violinist Boyd Tinsley brought out vocals, while also showing his ability to solo with a wah-pedal for his violin. Carter Beauford ran on his double bass pedals, giving everything a deep, resonant tone, while Leroi Moore ran the woodwind section. His tin whistle at the end of "Bartender" was one of the most bittersweet sounds ever. DMB also knows how to work a crowd, as shown on "Everyday." In the middle of the song, the crowd got a vocal working with the song featured on the Live From Fulsom Field disc: "Honey, honey / Come and dance with me." Matthews began singing back-up to the crowds lead, while Boyd and Carter joined with the crowd. Made things far more interesting. The band played for a solid three hours, including encore, which worked out perfectly. The set list is here: Too Much Granny Don’t Burn The Pig New Song #4 Bartender When The World Ends Drive In Drive Out New Song #1 Lap Steel Intro Grace Is Gone Recently Grey Street Intro New Song #3 Intro Ants Marching Cry Freedom New Song #2 Everyday Stay __________________ So Much To Say Rapunzel For someone who listens to just about everything, this was by far the best performance that I have ever seen. From the solos being perfect, to the lively crowd, to the amount of effort and quality of music, it could not have gotten any better. I feel sorry for all the other tours I'm seeing this summer, as they won't be able to live up to this. 10/10. Feedback goes below, or send me a PM. --Ryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Winter Of My Discontent Report post Posted July 9, 2004 For the life of me, I've never ever ever ever grasped or understood the popularity of DMB. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nl5xsk1 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2004 Why is the first new song played referred to as "New Song #4" rather than "New Song #1"? Or is that what everyone is calling it, and it just happened to be played first last night? /Great Woods sucks with the lawn-seats. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Wildbomb 4:20 Report post Posted July 9, 2004 They're referred to in that manner as that is what the set-list has them listed as. They haven't come up with new titles for them, but have just labeled them #1, #2, #3, and #4. Don't ask me. I'm not sure why DMB is so damn popular. They have had some true clunkers (can you say the CD "Everyday"; not the song, it's good), but more often than not, they have music for everyone: depressing songs, followed up by some good love ones with it. Plus the band is good. Reallly good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nevermortal 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2004 The verdict is in: DMB sucks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Wildbomb 4:20 Report post Posted July 10, 2004 If you wouldn't mind explaining said reasoning towards your "verdict," it'd be fine. For those looking for a song to reflect on the death of a loved one, listen to "Grace is Gone" again. Bootlegs seem to be available for this show as well, for those interested. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skullman80 0 Report post Posted July 11, 2004 My g/f is a huge DMB fan, and I have gone with her to see them with her 2 years in a row now when they have hit Pittsburgh, which they always play 2 nights here anways.. The music just does nothing for me, maybe its because Im a metalhead, I dont know....It's not that I dont respect the musicianship, because I do, the music is just boring to me. She had a good time so it was all good... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Wildbomb 4:20 Report post Posted July 11, 2004 See, sometimes I'm the opposite: some of my roommates metal stuff got me bored after a while. It all sorta blended together. Some of it was real good, but it didn't do anything for me. Eh, what are you going to do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moral suasion 0 Report post Posted July 12, 2004 so were the new songs good? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
