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Live at Mile High Music Festival

Dave Matthews Band · 2008

158 min · 21 tracks · rock music

A vibrant tapestry of live rock energy infused with improvisational flair and heartfelt lyrics.

Why this album works

This live album is significant as it showcases the band's ability to translate their studio sound into an exhilarating live experience, reflecting the band's strong fan base and consistent ticket sales. It also captures a period when the band was frequently headlining major music festivals, further solidifying their place within the rock genre's landscape.
Best for
dynamic live performance energy improvisational flair throughout tracks long-form tracks for deep engagement
Context
By the time 'Live at Mile High Music Festival' was released in 2008, Dave Matthews Band was well-established, having achieved significant commercial success with multiple studio albums. This album captures a moment during their peak popularity, following the release of their well-received studio album 'Stand Up' in 2005, showcasing their dynamic live performance skills that had become a hallmark of their identity.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Don't Drink the Water 7:13
  • 2 You Might Die Trying 7:29
  • 3 Eh Hee 4:25
  • 4 Two Step Standout 14:05
  • 5 Proudest Monkey 8:10
  • 6 Satellite 5:07
  • 7 Corn Bread 6:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Sledgehammer 5:55
  • 2 Stay (Wasting Time) 6:53
  • 3 Old Dirt Hill (Bring That Beat Back) 5:12
  • 4 Jimi Thing 14:57
  • 5 #41 Standout 15:11
  • 6 Tripping Billies 6:38
  • 7 So Damn Lucky 8:09

Disc 3

  • 1 So Much to Say 5:46
  • 2 Anyone Seen the Bridge? 1:59
  • 3 Too Much 5:10
  • 4 Ants Marching Standout 8:50
  • 5 Gravedigger 4:49
  • 6 Louisiana Bayou 7:30
  • 7 Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) 8:17

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