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With a career spanning over 30 years, Dave Matthews Band is one of the most influential bands in rock history. In 1991, vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews decided to put some songs he had written on tape and sought the assistance of drummer Carter Beauford and saxophonist LeRoi Moore, who were both accomplished jazz musicians in the local Charlottesville, VA music scene. 16-year-old bassist Stefan Lessard came on board shortly thereafter. Their infectious, distinctive sound garnered lots of early attention and a die-hard loyal fan base, catapulting the band into one of the most successful touring acts of the past three decades. The band has sold more than 25 million tickets since its inception, making them the second largest ticket-seller in history.
The band will release their 10th studio album, Walk Around the Moon, May 19, 2023 on RCA Records. To-date, their nine studio albums and numerous live recordings, have sold a collective 38 million CDs and DVDs since the 1994 release of its major label debut, Under the Table and Dreaming. The GRAMMY®-winning band’s many hits include "What Would You Say," "Crash Into Me," “Too Much,” “Everyday,” "American Baby," “Funny The Way It Is,” “Mercy” and “Samurai Cop (Oh Joy Begin).” The latest single from the new album “Madman’s Eyes” was released January 24, 2023.
Founding member LeRoi Moore passed away in August of 2008 and the band paid tribute to him with 2009’s Platinum-certified Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King. Dave Matthews Band has since welcomed longtime collaborators/touring musicians Jeff Coffin (saxophone), Rashawn Ross (horns) and Tim Reynolds (guitar) into the lineup and – most recently – keyboardist Buddy Strong. With 2018’s Come Tomorrow, Dave Matthews Band became the first group in history to have seven consecutive studio albums debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
The group’s Bama Works Fund, established in 1999, has raised more than $65 million dollars for humanitarian and environmental initiatives. Dave Matthews’ ongoing partnership with The Nature Conservancy has resulted in three million trees being planted since 2020. The continued partnership will bring the total to four million trees in 2023. Named as a UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador in 2019, Dave Matthews Band has a long history of reducing their environmental footprint, going back to their first shows in 1991.
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Dave Matthews Band
Dave Matthews Band is a rock group known for blending jam-band improvisation with elements of jazz, world music, and college rock. They formed in Charlottesville, Virginia, and built a passionate fanbase through energetic live performances and word-of-mouth tape trading before reaching mainstream success with their breakthrough album Under the Table and Dreaming.1
Their sound combines Dave Matthews’ distinctive vocals with intricate instrumental interplay, creating music that moves easily between introspective songwriting and expansive live jams. Over the decades, the group has remained a constant presence on the touring circuit while continuing to release studio albums and live recordings.
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Dave Matthews Band’s Background
Dave Matthews, originally from South Africa, settled in Charlottesville, Virginia, in the mid-1980s and became involved in the city’s growing music scene while working at a local bar.1 In 1991, he began assembling a band that included drummer Carter Beauford, bassist Stefan Lessard, saxophonist LeRoi Moore, and violinist Boyd Tinsley.1
The group steadily built a following across the United States.1 Their independent release Remember Two Things arrived in 1993, but their major breakthrough came with the 1994 album Under the Table and Dreaming, which produced hit singles like What Would You Say and launched the band into the mainstream.1
Dave Matthews Band’s Awards
Over the course of their career, Dave Matthews Band has received numerous industry honors recognizing both their studio recordings and their influence on rock music. Their accolades reflect decades of commercial success, critical recognition, and cultural impact.
- Grammy Awards – Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal (1997): Dave Matthews Band won this award for the song So Much to Say, highlighting the group’s breakthrough success during the mid-1990s.2
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Induction (2024): Dave Matthews Band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in recognition of their lasting influence on modern rock and live performance culture.2
- NAACP Image Awards – Chairman’s Award (2004): The band received this honor, recognizing their contributions to music and their broad cultural reach.2
Dave Matthews Band’s Biggest Hits
Dave Matthews Band’s catalog includes several albums and songs that helped define their sound and expand their audience. Their work often blends detailed songwriting with extended instrumental performances that have become central to their live shows.
- Under the Table and Dreaming (1994): This breakthrough album introduced the band to a national audience and featured notable songs such as What Would You Say.1
- Crash (1996): The album debuted near the top of the charts and produced well-known songs, including Crash Into Me.1
- Big Whiskey & the GrooGrux King (2009): This album, including songs like Funny the Way It Is and Grux, earned a nomination for Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards and paid tribute to late saxophonist LeRoi Moore.2
See Dave Matthews Band Live
Dave Matthews Band is known for dynamic live performances, where extended improvisation and shifting setlists create a different experience each night. Their concerts feature intricate instrumental sections alongside Matthews’ expressive vocals and storytelling. Decades of touring have helped the band develop a devoted global audience drawn to the spontaneity of their shows.
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