Dave Matthews, Tim Reynolds - Live at Luther College
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Free Music Review: Misunderstood
Hit: 5 Stars
The editorial reviews of this album on Amazon and elsewhere miss the point of this fascinating CD. It's not supposed to capture the unbridled energy of a DMB concert (though some elements of that come through), nor is it supposed to be a greatest hits album. The real value of this album to Dave Matthews afficianados is this: It provides fresh and new interpretations of some wonderful songs. To hear the relatively minimalistic sound of two accoustic guitars and two voices brings a whole new perspective to songs like "Jimi Thing" and "Warehouse." In fact, this album is at its strongest when it showcases Dave and Tim's abilities to approach old songs from entirely different angles. Listen to this version of "Jimi Thing" and you will never listen to the more familiar electric version the same way again. It's brilliant. For that reason, this CD is probably not a great purchase for folks unfamiliar with DMB. I would steer them toward UTTAD or Red Rocks instead.One small gripe: Some of the cuts (like "Dancing Nannies") sound almost identical to the album versions, so I'm not sure I see the point of including them on this CD, but that is a very minor complaint.
Free Music Review: Swept away with Dave and company...
Hit: 5 Stars
I don't care if you like DMB or not. If you are a fan of music you can not deny the sheer power and emotion that comes flowing from Luther College. Dave will stop you cold no matter what you are doing and make you just sit and listen. This is not a cd where you can read a magazine while listening. Dave and Tim will not let you. If you want a bouncy little pop album go and buy NSync or any other band that does not even write or perform their own music. If you want a piece of art then suck it up and pay the sixteen bills. Even if you hate Dave, you will not hate the album. Tim Reynolds, a fixture in the world of DMB, will blow you away with his strumming of a seemingly symphony of guitars. Long time DMB fans have known about Tim for a long while, now the rest of "pop" society can peek behind the curtain for a couple of hours. If you have never witnessed the extraordinary event known as Dave Matthews live, this is your most intimate chance to meet the man behind the poetry. He may actually save the music industry from the pathetic cliches that run so rampant on "top 40" radio. Just buy it. Dave and Tim have the power to make you think that everything may just be alright.Free Music Review: surprised this hasn't been reviewed already
Hit: 5 Stars
I suggest you ignore the editorial reviews and buy this set if you don't have it already. When you get it home, you should put on your headphones, turn up the volume, and listen very carefully--because you might need to listen to some of these songs three or four times before you can even begin to be immersed. The synthesis of Dave and Tim's creative powers is nothing short of inspiring, but it can take a little while to take in all the details. This version of Warehouse is arguably the best. Two Step isn't quite as good as on Storytellers, but still great. #41 is beautiful and Halloween is powerful. And you should at least hear the predecessor, Little Thing, of that remarkably inconclusive little song in the middle of Some Devil. I must admit I am not a big fan of Stream (the only all Tim song), Christmas Song, or Deed is Done, but the rest of the 2-cd set is well worth price. Every other song is incredible. Just to let you know my bias, my current favorites are as follows (and in no particular order): Storytellers, Lillywhite Sessions and maybe two/three Busted Stuff versions, Live at Luther College, Live at Red Rocks, Listener Supported, two songs from Some Devil, and the bonus cd from Some Devil.Free Music Review: THE BEST UNPLUGGED CD IN A WHILE...
Hit: 5 Stars
I can't seem to find a review for this album that doesn't have the clause "for fans only" in it. Like most live/unplugged albums, if you're not a fan of the group, live or unplugged is not the best way to be introduced to them. I believe this album is an exception to the rule. It shows the DMB (or at least two of it's components) doing what they do best: being incredibly talented musicians. The songs just roll out with a smooth and velvety feeling. The acoustic guitars sound amazing. The feeling of this acoustic endeavor is right up there with Eric Clapton's Unplugged. Albeit, if you're a fan of DMB you will get a hair raising experience listening to your favorite songs in ways you've never heard them, but those who are not fans yet will quickly get hooked. This is one of the best unplugged albums you can buy, and you can't beat the amount of music you get for the price. Highlights include: 1) The slow version of What would you say that turns into... 2)the awesome Minarets (reminiscent LED ZEPPELIN's Gallows Pole), a song coming from the same vine as The Last Stop (reminiscent of LZ's Kashmir)on BTCS 3)All of DMB's ballads in acoustic versions (ie, #41, say goodbye, etc)Enjoy...
Free Music Review: The very best of Dave
Hit: 5 Stars
Before this CD, I was mostly unfamiliar with Dave Matthews' material. I'd heard a few songs on the radio, and seen a few videos on MTV, but I had never really gotten into it. And then one day I heard this album playing in my roommate's room. I immediately asked to borrow one of the CDs, and after one song I finally understood what all the fuss was about.I've since gotten all of the band's albums, and I love them all, but this one remains my favorite. Dave and Tim strip down each song, capturing the very essence of the original. "#41" exudes the loneliness that was only hinted at on the Crash album, and "Halloween" is banged out with an undeniably dark passion. And to top it all off, Tim Reynolds provides good reason to believe that he was born with a guitar in his hands. He displays his unbelievable skills with solos on "Typical Situation" and "Tripping Billies" (to name just a couple), as well as rocking the place with the awe-inspiring "Stream." Add all of this to Dave's comments to the crowd in between songs (which really gives you a sense of being at the concert), and you've got an album that anyone interested in quality music will love.