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Europe 2009

Dave Matthews Band · 2009

188 min · 23 tracks · rock music

A vibrant live album that captures the Dave Matthews Band's improvisational spirit and rich, melodic rock sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • vibrant live improvisational energy
  • extended tracks for deep immersion
  • wave-like pacing with contrasts
  • engaging sing-along moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Themes
European concert atmosphere· improvisational rock energy· post-Boyd Tinsley transition
Career context
Released in January 2009, 'Europe 2009' is the Dave Matthews Band's first live album since the departure of violinist Boyd Tinsley. This period marked a transition for the band, as they sought to redefine their sound while maintaining their signature blend of rock and jazz influences. The album showcases performances from their European tour, highlighting both classic hits and newer material.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Outside Inside by The String Cheese Incident — Shares a blend of rock and jazz influences with a focus on live performance and audience engagement.
Anchor Drops by Umphrey's McGee — Combines melodic rock with improvisational sections, echoing the lively concert atmosphere of DMB's performances.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Don't Drink the Water 8:59
  • 2 Shake Me Like a Monkey 4:56
  • 3 You Might Die Trying 8:27
  • 4 Seven 4:43
  • 5 Funny the Way It Is 6:01
  • 6 So Damn Lucky 8:40
  • 7 Everyday 8:30
  • 8 Crash Into Me 6:37

Disc 2

  • 1 #41 21:24
  • 2 Spaceman 5:01
  • 3 Corn Bread 6:37
  • 4 Lying in the Hands of God 9:45
  • 5 Jimi Thing 14:10
  • 6 Why I Am 4:43
  • 7 The Dreaming Tree 14:43

Disc 3

  • 1 Alligator Pie 4:42
  • 2 Ants Marching 9:21
  • 3 Gravedigger 5:20
  • 4 Dive In 6:46
  • 5 Two Step 18:45
  • 6 Rye Whiskey 3:21
  • 7 Pantala Naga Pampa 0:40
  • 8 Rapunzel 6:48

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata