Last Wednesday night countless rock fans did the unthinkable. They sat through hours of televised country music, even if they watched it on mute. What would possess an otherwise twang-averse person to do this? The promise of a duet with Dave Matthews of course. And those who persevered were rewarded with Dave's amazing voice adding depth and emotion to Kenny Chesney's “I'm Alive,” a timely song about gratitude.
I, on the other hand, cheated, and only watched the video of Dave's performance, so what I'm about to say could be totally off, and I trust that you'll tell me if I am. But to me it was incredible to hear such strong applause when Dave walked on stage, and to see the crowd offer a standing ovation when he finished. Did they do that for everyone? Yes, I know, if I had watched the whole show I would know this. But just the fact that a rock musician can elicit such a positive response from a country crowd is astounding. And that's what got me thinking about Dave's undeniably universal appeal. Just what is it about this singer/songwriter that draws admiration from every audience?
American Express cardmembers received an email today with an exclusive offer...an offer which includes a solo performance by Dave Matthews!
If you are an AE cardholder and a fan of good food and music, you can enjoy both at the Robert Mondavi Winery in Oakville, CA on November 13th, 2009.
American Express is offering cardmembers an exclusive offer: "Pairings" featuring Dave Matthews and Chef John Besh. This one-time event will feature a solo acoustic performance by Dave Matthews along with multi-course dinner prepared by Chef John Besh.
It is official. Dave Matthews Band will be kicking off the 2010 tour season in Europe! Dave Matthews mentioned in a recent interview in Guitar & Bass magazine that the band would be visiting Germany in the Spring. The tour will start on February 13th in Sweden and end in Birmingham, England at O2 Academy where they played two show this past summer.
Warehouse members can purchase tickets for Dave Matthews Band’s European tour through a special advance Warehouse presale.
The presales will begin on Tuesday, October 20th at 10:00 a.m. CET and GMT (10 am local time for the city in which the event takes place). The presales will continue until the public onsale begins on Friday, October 23 at 10:00 a.m. CET and GMT.
2010 European Tour Dates