Live at Piedmont Park
Dave Matthews Band · 2007
154 min · 20 tracks · rock music
A vibrant live performance that melds improvisational rock with deep lyrical introspection and a communal spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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One Sweet World Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Two Step — The extended jam in 'Two Step' exemplifies the band's improvisational prowess and showcases the dynamic synergy between the musicians during live performances.
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Grey Street — 'Grey Street' stands out with its poignant lyrics and emotive delivery, illustrating the band's skill at blending personal storytelling with crowd engagement.
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All Along the Watchtower — Their cover of this classic Bob Dylan song reveals the band's ability to breathe new life into familiar material, transforming it into a unique jam experience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the band's live energy but lacks a cohesive narrative flow typical of studio albums.
What we noticed
- The setlist includes fan favorites and deep cuts, creating a balance between well-known hits and less frequently performed songs.
- Transitions between songs often include improvised segments, maintaining a fluidity that enhances the live experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance atmosphere
- improvisational jams that evolve
- extended tracks for deep engagement
- storytelling that invites reflection
- for outdoor gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, radio-friendly songs
- dislike lengthy improvisational sections
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures the band's live energy and is cherished by dedicated fans.
- Themes
- Piedmont Park energy· live improvisation· emotional storytelling
- Career context
- By the time 'Live at Piedmont Park' was released in 2007, Dave Matthews Band had solidified their status as a premier live act following their breakthrough album, 'Crash,' in 1996. This album serves as a celebration of their extensive touring history while showcasing their ability to engage audiences through energetic performances and intricate musicianship.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phish· Widespread Panic· The String Cheese Incident
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 One Sweet World Start here 9:02
- 2 Two Step 13:28
- 3 Cornbread 5:06
- 4 Don't Drink the Water 12:23
- 5 You Might Die Trying 7:12
- 6 Grey Street 5:57
- 7 #27 5:42
- 8 What Would You Say 8:16
- 9 Melissa 6:01
Disc 2
- 1 Louisiana Bayou 8:07
- 2 The Dreaming Tree 15:28
- 3 Eh Hee 4:55
- 4 So Much to Say 5:34
- 5 Anyone Seen the Bridge 1:59
- 6 Too Much 6:24
- 7 #40 1:04
- 8 Warehouse 12:23
- 9 Stay (Wasting Time) 7:34
Disc 3
- 1 All Along the Watchtower 9:51
- 2 Ants Marching 8:14
What to play next
Live Trax
2007
Continues the live energy with fresh performances from the same year.
The Best of What's Around Vol. 1
2006
Sets up for the live experience with popular tracks leading into the concert vibe.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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