American jam band formed in Charlottesville, Virginia, led by Dave Matthews (born in Johannesburg). Known for dense, improvisational live shows and a blend of rock, folk, jazz and funk.

Formed in Charlottesville in the early 1990s. LeRoi Moore (saxophonist) died in 2008; Boyd Tinsley (violinist) left the group in 2018. Widely recognized for their live performances and extensive touring.

DeBaser's reviews present Dave Matthews Band as a quintessential American jam band prized for live shows and strong early albums. Reviewers praise musicianship (Carter Beauford, violin and horns), note lineup changes, and highlight standout records like Crash and Under the Table and Dreaming. Live energy and fans' devotion are recurring themes.

For:Fans of jam bands, live-music lovers and listeners who appreciate improvisation and instrumental virtuosity

 

because it's live that the band of the Johannesburg native performs at 200%.

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I hope I have left you with enough curiosity to abandon the attempt of understanding "Crash" through the eye: here the only way is the ear!

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Dave has a very distinctive voice, warm, deep, yet unexpectedly modifiable.

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Carter is an octopus, and his drums seem like extensions of his fast, powerful, elegant limbs.

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