Dave Matthews Band at Wrigley

by CubsBall2202 on Dec 4, 2006 7:15 PM CST

According to the band, they are scheduled to play at Wrigley this summer during the all-star break.

http://chicagosports.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/cs-061203cubs,1,908463.story?coll=cs-ho me-headlines

This is quite interesting. They did something like this at Fenway last year for 2 nights, just taking up center field. I would definetely be excited about this and seems like it would be a good atmosphere. Thoughts?

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sorry to the dave fans here

but I can't stand dave matthews or his band

Baby, you got a stew goin'

by Thelonious on Dec 4, 2006 7:09 PM CST reply actions

Interesting.

That's the first I've heard of this. The article says "two" concerts, which may be the reason the Cubs are scheduled for fewer than the maximum 30 night games allowed.

by Al Yellon on Dec 4, 2006 7:10 PM CST reply actions

I think that's what they did

at Fenway. I'm guessing that because the CD was a 4 disk set.

What a perfect event that would be. DMB at Wrigley! Too bad I'll be stuck in Syracuse.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:13 PM CST up reply actions

DMB...

I don't personally like Dave/Band (I've heard some odd rumors), but I absolutely LOVE the music.

Crash is my favorite song of all-time.

Wish I could make it.

DUNSTON!

by thekansasian on Dec 4, 2006 7:12 PM CST reply actions

Crash

is mine and my sig. other's song.

"Jimi Thing" is always absolutely outstanding live.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:13 PM CST up reply actions

Also

So is "Gravedigger" :)

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:14 PM CST up reply actions

Dave Matthews is ...

....definitely a band I have to be in the right mood for. I loved his solo CD but didn't care too much for his most recent release.
My favorite songs from Dave are "wearhouse", "Don't drink the water" and "Kit Kat Jam".

by escapegoat on Dec 4, 2006 9:33 PM CST up reply actions

Dave Matthews is ...

by escapegoat on Dec 4, 2006 9:34 PM CST up reply actions

Those are all good

The last couple releases don't even compare to the first few. I'm not pleased with the direction the band has taken. But I'll always love them for Under the Table and Dreaming, Before These Crowded Streets, and Crash. Plus, all of their songs sound great live.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 9:39 PM CST up reply actions

my...

Favorte DMB song is also gravedigger. Must admit the acoustic version is much better though :)

by Patblue on Dec 4, 2006 9:38 PM CST up reply actions

The acoustic version...

...is why my name is what it is :) You are right - it is excellent. It is another one that can be down right chilling live.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 9:40 PM CST up reply actions

I've been to over...

...15 Dave concerts and have a CD collection pushing 100 right now. Count me in.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Dec 4, 2006 7:20 PM CST reply actions

Man..

that's amazing. I usually go to Alpine Valley every year, and I definetely plan on going to both Alpine and Wrigley for every show they have this year.

by CubsBall2202 on Dec 4, 2006 7:21 PM CST up reply actions

I've been to Alpine...

...5 out of the last 6 years. I did my undergraduate work at UW-Madison and trekked over there yearly. Camping out four days near East Troy is awesome.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Dec 4, 2006 7:23 PM CST up reply actions

Lucky

I've been to only two, but it would have been more had I not spent the last 8 years in the most remote parts of the country.

My second biggest wish (after the Cubs winning the World Series) is to go the full 3 days at the Gorge. That'll never happen.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:23 PM CST up reply actions

Gravedigger is an AWESOME song...

btw......

July 7, 2006: Fenway Park

Opening Band: Sheryl Crow

Everyday *
Pig *
Proudest Monkey * -->
Satellite *
The Idea Of You *
Grey Street *
Bartender *
Crash
Jimi Thing *
Last Stop *
Digging a Ditch *
Tripping Billies *
Can't Stop
Hunger for the Great Light *
Louisiana Bayou *
Ants Marching *
Encore:
Smooth Rider *
Stay *

* Rashawn Ross on trumpet

July 8, 2006: Fenway Park

Opening Band: Sheryl Crow

One Sweet World *
What Would You Say?
Don't Drink the Water *
Say Goodbye
Grace Is Gone
American Baby *
Break Free *
Sweet Caroline * -->
So Much to Say *
Too Much *
Can't Stop
Crush *
What You Are *
Dancing Nancies * -->
Warehouse *
Pantala Naga Pampa * -->
Rapunzel *
Encore:
American Baby Intro * -->
Two Step *

Show Notes:

* Rashawn Ross on trumpet

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by TheBeerBaron on Dec 4, 2006 10:30 PM CST up reply actions

Rashawn Ross on trumpet

during Jimi Thing at that concert is simply perfect.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 10:35 PM CST up reply actions

Grace is Gone...

my #2 DMB song

DUNSTON!

by thekansasian on Dec 5, 2006 10:48 AM CST up reply actions

Also a very good one

I have a really hard time picking my favorites. I love how you can just get completely wrapped up in Two Step, and where they can take the music with Jimi Thing. Nothing beats Dave's vocals more than Bartender. Crash has sentimental value. Even the more pop songs from the Crash album are just fun, enjoyable music.

I think, though, my favorite is Rapunzel. Give the lyrics a good look and you'll see why.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 5, 2006 10:55 AM CST up reply actions

Dave Matthews Band

Just what Wrigleyville needs...

I wouldn't really have any objections to the Band playing in Wrigley as long as they don't dump any *stuff* on the field.

Federer

It's like deja`vu all over again ....

by tigerperson on Dec 4, 2006 7:30 PM CST reply actions

I really wish...

...people would stop blaming the band for the bus driver's incompetence. DMB has done a lot for environmental causes, and I'm willing to bet that DMB was unaware of the company/driver dumping practices until it was too late.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:34 PM CST up reply actions

The Band...

...was not on the bus at the time, in fact. DMB strongly supports the environment; examples are DMB's entire profits from Ben & Jerry's "One Sweet Swirl" ice cream going to the environment (I cannot recall exactly what), lots of "natural herb" smokers (not my cup of tea, but whatever...), and Steffan Lessard's clothing line was (maybe still is) completely natural.

In conclusion, it was not DMB's fault and it is ignorant to think so.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Dec 4, 2006 7:49 PM CST up reply actions

Applause

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:55 PM CST up reply actions

and now

i have puke all down the front of my shirt

by mike b on Dec 4, 2006 7:46 PM CST reply actions

You should clean that up

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 7:55 PM CST up reply actions

I don't like...

...Jimmy Buffett at all but he played at Wrigley. DMB played at Fenway last year and it is considered one of the best concerts of the last tour. DMB played a fan favorite at Fenway and let us hope they do a rousing rendition of "Take Me Out To The Ballgame".

If you don't like them, fine, move on.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Dec 4, 2006 7:57 PM CST reply actions

dtpollitt

My new brother.

formerly mfarrell

by gravedigger on Dec 4, 2006 8:01 PM CST up reply actions

He also did a cover

of the Grateful Dead's "Scarlet Begonias"......

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by TheBeerBaron on Dec 4, 2006 10:32 PM CST up reply actions

Hey now....

That Jimmy Buffett concert was a blast. Let's not knock each other's music here.

"Don't complain to me about the stormy weather, boys. Just bring the ship into port." --Steve Stone, September 2004

by ctcoff99 on Dec 4, 2006 11:34 PM CST up reply actions

I am not...

...knocking Jimmy Buffett. I was making an analogous statement relating JB to DMB and although we might not like the same much, we still can agree Wrigley Field is a great venue.

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Dec 5, 2006 12:58 AM CST up reply actions