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Dave Matthews Band in Concert
With a career spanning more than 27 years, Dave Matthews Band is one of the most influential bands in rock history. In 1991, vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews decided to put some songs he had written on tape and sought the assistance of drummer Carter Beauford and saxophonist LeRoi Moore, who were both accomplished jazz musicians in the local Charlottesville, VA music scene. 16-year-old bassist Stefan Lessard came on board shortly thereafter. Their infectious, distinctive sound garnered lots of early attention and a die-hard loyal fan base, catapulting the band into one of the most successful touring acts of the past three decades.
The group has since released nine studio albums and numerous live recordings, selling a collective 38 million CDs and DVDs combined since the 1994 release of its major label debut, Under the Table and Dreaming. The GRAMMY?-winning band's many hits include "What Would You Say," "Crash Into Me," "Too Much," "Everyday," "American Baby," "Funny The Way It Is," "Mercy" and "Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin)."
Founding member LeRoi Moore passed away in August of 2008 and the band paid tribute to him with 2009's Platinum-certified Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King. Dave Matthews Band has since welcomed longtime collaborators/touring musicians Jeff Coffin (saxophone), Rashawn Ross (horns) and Tim Reynolds (guitar) into the lineup and - most recently - keyboardist Buddy Strong.
With 2018's Come Tomorrow, Dave Matthews Band became the first group in history to have seven consecutive studio albums debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. In a Critic's Pick review, The New York Times observed, "willed optimism fills the songs on 'Come Tomorrow,' while cynicism and irony are nowhere within earshot... each song notes the fears and sorrows it's determined to overcome. The music does that, with consolation in its melodies and a life force in its rhythms."
Renowned for their live performances, Dave Matthews Band has sold over 24 million tickets since its inception and ranked as the biggest ticket seller worldwide of the past decade. The group's Bama Works Fund, established in 1999, has raised more than $52 million dollars for humanitarian and environmental initiatives.
Night 1 was the BEST I’ve ever seen Dave and DMB. Energy was over the TOP!! EPIC! What. Great weekend and classic Labor Dave. Sorry we’ll miss his west coast fall concert but looking forward to Cancun!! AGAIN.
Amazing venue to see Dave! Fantastic show! Bathrooms were numerous and as decent as can be. Will be back.
The set list was well thought out , intricate and mesmerizing. It was beautiful , it was Art . The music seemed richer , fuller , and more “Grimy” than previous years I loved it . Congrats and Thank you to all the work that goes into presenting the show ,
The band is the best the venue is great but the reserved seating is way tight and packed. No one even wants seats at this venue as presently constructed.
Haven’t been to a concert in years. Now that I am living in the Northwest US I wanted to see The Gorge and finally see DMB. I was awestruck! This venue was packed with awesome people which made my experience even better. The acoustics were better than I expected. I guess one drawback was the trouble people had getting access to and from their assigned chairs. Regardless, I will be back for another show.
If you could find my face at The Gorge that would be great. It melted off and I really need it back.
The seating in reserved has gone from bad (metal chairs) to worse (plastic chairs). The chairs are WAY to close together and there is not enough room in the rows. The individuals that come STAND in the back of section 204 is unacceptable. These individuals have actually constructed seating that they bring into the venue. The Gorge has made a bad situation grow worse over time. There is no where to walk with the individuals standing in the back.
Nothing better than a Labor DAVE Weekend at The Gorge! DMB never disappoints...EVER. The Gorge is one of the best venues in the USA.
DMB always puts on a great show. The gorge is a great venue and fun for the whole family.
I’ve been a follower of DMB for years. The performance on Sunday (only attended one day) wasn't as good in the past. Music selection was ok but the riffs were disjointed and long. I also thought he could have been partying a bit too much between songs.
