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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.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with peaks vibrant live improvisational energy extended tracks for deep immersion
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.
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Europe 2009 is an album by Dave Matthews Band, released in 2009. A vibrant live album that captures the Dave Matthews Band's improvisational spirit and rich, melodic rock sound. This album offers a significant glimpse into the band's live dynamic and was well-received by fans, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Its release also underscored the band's commitment to live performance as a core aspect of their identity, influencing future live albums in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does Europe 2009 sound like?

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

What makes Europe 2009 by Dave Matthews Band notable?

This album offers a significant glimpse into the band's live dynamic and was well-received by fans, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Its release also underscored the band's commitment to live performance as a core aspect of their identity, influencing future live albums in the genre. 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.

Who is Europe 2009 for?

Europe 2009 works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, vibrant live improvisational energy and extended tracks for deep immersion.

How many songs are on Europe 2009?

Europe 2009 has 23 tracks, running approximately 188 minutes.

Tracklist

23 tracks·188:59

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Don't Drink the Water Standout 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 Standout 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 Standout 18:45
  • 6 Rye Whiskey 3:21
  • 7 Pantala Naga Pampa 0:40
  • 8 Rapunzel 6:48

Release Date

January 1, 2009

Genre

rock music

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

188 min 59 sec