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2 CD set in a slimline double jewelbox. Scuffs on disc do not affect play.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The amazing thing about Dave Matthews Band is the fact that they can release the number of live albums that they do, without saturating their fanbase with too many concert albums. DMB only has four studio albums (five if you include the fabulous unreleased "Lillywhite Sessions") while now having three two-disc concert albums available (their first ablum, Remember Two Things, is somewhat of a hybrid of live performances and in-studio tracks). Three live albums is alot for a band with only four studio albums, but that's just the thing - DMB can do this because they - and their fans - know that the live shows are where it's at.
When looking over the track listing for Live In Chicago, you might think that it's not worth the price since several tracks appear on one or both of DMB's previous live albums. While this is a sensible concern, I advise you to disregard it. First of all, as most DMB concertgoers know, each show is different; no two versions of any given song are identical. Secondly, the songs on this album are simply played better than on previous releases. Songs like "Don't Drink the Water," "#41," "Rapunzel," and "Stay" all are included on Listener Supported, but are not performed nearly as well on that disc as on this one. "Rapunzel" is played at its proper tempo on Live in Chicago, unlike on Listener Supported where it is slowed down to a snail's crawl for some reason. "Stay" is performed on Live in Chicago without the Lovely Ladies (the band's backup singers that frequently perform live with them), and so Dave is left to handle what is normally a five-part vocal all by himself....and he nails it beautifully. If you're not a fan of the backup vocalists that play with DMB, this is the show for you.
It's important to remember that Listener Supported, by DMB standards, is a rather lackluster show. The only reason it was even released is because PBS (the network that broadcast the show in its entirety in a televised special) intended to release it with or without the band's approval, so the band decided to jsut go along with it rather than fight it. live in Chicago, however, is a band-selected performance that shines throughout. This is the first live effort to include the song "The Last Stop," and to hear this performance of this song is worth the price of the disc alone. It also has the rarely played and previously unreleased "The Maker." Do yourself a favor and buy this album. You WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!
When looking over the track listing for Live In Chicago, you might think that it's not worth the price since several tracks appear on one or both of DMB's previous live albums. While this is a sensible concern, I advise you to disregard it. First of all, as most DMB concertgoers know, each show is different; no two versions of any given song are identical. Secondly, the songs on this album are simply played better than on previous releases. Songs like "Don't Drink the Water," "#41," "Rapunzel," and "Stay" all are included on Listener Supported, but are not performed nearly as well on that disc as on this one. "Rapunzel" is played at its proper tempo on Live in Chicago, unlike on Listener Supported where it is slowed down to a snail's crawl for some reason. "Stay" is performed on Live in Chicago without the Lovely Ladies (the band's backup singers that frequently perform live with them), and so Dave is left to handle what is normally a five-part vocal all by himself....and he nails it beautifully. If you're not a fan of the backup vocalists that play with DMB, this is the show for you.
It's important to remember that Listener Supported, by DMB standards, is a rather lackluster show. The only reason it was even released is because PBS (the network that broadcast the show in its entirety in a televised special) intended to release it with or without the band's approval, so the band decided to jsut go along with it rather than fight it. live in Chicago, however, is a band-selected performance that shines throughout. This is the first live effort to include the song "The Last Stop," and to hear this performance of this song is worth the price of the disc alone. It also has the rarely played and previously unreleased "The Maker." Do yourself a favor and buy this album. You WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Dave Matthews Band's third complete live recording made commerically available (following 1997's Live at Red Rocks and 1999's Listener Supported) falls somewhere between the two. While Red Rocks is considered by many to be one of the band's finer performances ever, Live in Chicago doesn't fall too short. Including a couple of concert rarities (The Last Stop, The Maker, Christmas Song), some amazing guest musicians (Victor Wooten, Tim Reynolds, Maceo Parker), and a good mix of songs (all of the band's studio albums pre-Everyday are represented), it makes for a great live disc. One can argue, however, that the sound quality is not as high as that of Listener Supported (at times the mix seems a little off), and the argument can always be made that, "We've heard Watchtower enough now." Regardless, I'd still recommend this album to anyone interested in hearing what Dave Matthews Band sounds like live. This is raw and pure live Dave Matthews Band.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
With many people cringing at the release of Everyday (I am not one of those people), and its subsequent "pop-like" feel, the release of Live in Chicago gets us back to old school DMB. With more than 4 songs topping the 9 minute barrier, this is Dave and Co. at their best: jamming. Though there are songs on this album that have been released live before, the mixing job by John Alagia brings something new to these tracks. For example, Stefan's bass is more prominent on these songs, giving them a tight feel. Also, the entire set has Tim Reynolds playing, who always makes the songs that much better. Add that to special appearences by Maceo Parker, Victor Wooten, and Mitch Rutman, and you have the makings of a special set.
I have had this show on cd for a couple of years (due to trading of course), and when I listened to the new cd it sounds like a completely different set (especially on Lie In Our Graves, where Boyd's violin playing gets incredibly subtle; this is not apparent on the pre-mixed version of the show). There are some great gems on this disc, most notably The Last Stop, The Maker (which is an incredible song by Daniel Lanois that Dave covers beautifully), and Lie in Our Graves. All in all, a great live cd that we have come to expect from DMB, and I recommend it to all, davehead or not. You just have to appreciate brilliant musicians to appreciate the show. (Hopefully the next live release will have some Lillywhite Sessions on it, because I am sure the entire Dave community is anxious for that).
Most Recent Customer Reviews
you should really buy this
This c.d. opened me up to the beautiful world of music. It has technical mastery, passionate vocals, and powerful lyricism all in one. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Original
Always Better Live
Dave Matthews Band is fantastic. And even more so on live albums. Love it!
Published 19 months ago by Christine A. Fredrickson
Amazing!
Lie in Our Graves is my favorite song, and in this album it totally rocks. The entire album is great. Their live albums have never disappointed me.
Published on February 15, 2010 by Lissy
Might Be Biased
I bought this for a friend/coworker. I'm a very casual DMB listener. She is hardcore. Like, groupie hardcore. She has literally worn out several copies of this CD. Read more
Published on February 14, 2010 by Timothy Verthein
my favorite official live release
This is my favorite official live release from DMB. I started listening to a lot of live DMB about 3 years ago, and I find myself drawn to this concert again and again. Read more
Published on December 12, 2008 by S. Matthews
amazing!!!!!!!!1
This is a great live album. I highly recommend it!! #41 is such a great song!!!
Published on June 17, 2008 by Lewis Codington
Not their best, but still a great live album
Live in Chicago is a great, tight live performance that displays how great DMB is live. The guests are fantastic; which includes Victor Wooten, Maceo Parker, and Tim Reynolds. Read more
Published on April 11, 2007 by P. McGowan
Brillant live album, DMB at their height.
This album is so good, from beginning to start, it has that energy that is so lacking in today's DMB. Read more
Published on November 23, 2006 by Cayman2008
Best Live Recording Ever
Even if, they had to re-record Boyd Tinsley's Violin parts.
I love this live CD, it is only for hardcore fans though, with a lot of BTCS.
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I love this live CD, it is only for hardcore fans though, with a lot of BTCS.
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Published on December 3, 2005 by The Dude
Best live album..... maybe
This is the first album that I bought. Well, second. I bought Everyday and my younger brother bought live Chicago at the same time on the way back from Myrtle Beach (traveling back... Read more
Published on September 8, 2005 by Chris Watkins
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