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The Best of What's Around Vol. 1

Dave Matthews Band · 2006

127 min · 20 tracks · rock music

A vibrant collection of soulful rock anthems blending intricate instrumentation with heartfelt lyrics.

Why this album works

'The Best of What's Around Vol. 1' debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and solidified the band's status in rock music. It features hits that have become staples in their live performances, showcasing their influence on the jam band scene and beyond.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks for sing-along moments soulful reflections during road trips
Context
By the time 'The Best of What's Around Vol. 1' was released in 2006, Dave Matthews Band had established themselves as one of America's premier rock acts, following their commercial peak with albums like 'Crash' (1996) and 'Before These Crowded Streets' (1998). This compilation served as a retrospective of their early years, coinciding with their first major hiatus after an extensive touring schedule.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Best of What’s Around 4:16
  • 2 What Would You Say 3:42
  • 3 Crash Into Me Standout 5:16
  • 4 Too Much 4:21
  • 5 Rapunzel 6:00
  • 6 Crush 8:09
  • 7 So Right 4:40
  • 8 The Space Between Standout 4:03
  • 9 Grey Street 5:07
  • 10 Grace Is Gone 4:38
  • 11 Hunger for the Great Light 4:21
  • 12 American Baby 4:35

Disc 2

  • 1 Don’t Drink the Water 6:31
  • 2 Warehouse 10:57
  • 3 Say Goodbye 9:26
  • 4 Stay (Wasting Time) 6:23
  • 5 Everyday 10:27
  • 6 Louisiana Bayou 7:24
  • 7 Ants Marching Standout 7:36
  • 8 Two Step 9:50

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