Early 1990s
In the early 1990s, the band established a cult following through relentless touring with weekly stops at Virginia clubs known as Trax and Floodzone, an active taping community, and an independent LP, Remember Two Things. (Keyboardist Griesar left the band in 1993, shortly before the release of "Remember Two Things".) After signing to RCA Records, Dave Matthews Band, under the direction of producer Steve Lillywhite, released Under the Table and Dreaming in 1994, a critical and popular smash that firmly established the band's style of pop-rock with improvisational leanings. Under the Table and Dreaming would be the first of three albums released under Lillywhite's direction. This was followed by Crash (1996). For most of America, Crash was the record that put the Dave Matthews Band on the map. Featuring the hit single "Crash Into Me", as well as fan-favorites such as "Two Step", "Tripping Billies", and the Grammy-winning "So Much to Say", Crash would go on to be the band's best selling album.
The Mercy Songfacts reports that Lillywhite lent his skills to their 2012 album Away From The World. Lillywhite hadn't worked with the band since a series of unreleased recordings in 2000, which led to the leaked Lillywhite Sessions.
History
David John Matthews was born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1967. Two years later, his family moved to Westchester County, NY. His father was a physicist and worked for IBM at the time. He has two sisters (Anne and Jane) and a brother (Peter). After living in New York, his family moved to Cambridge, England in the early '70s. The family returned to New York where his father died in 1977. In 1980, the family moved to South Africa where the young Matthews went to several schools and "got more wise about the evils of government, there and in general." He first played at a club in Charlottesville (Miller's) where he worked as a bartender. He admitted to Playboy magazine that he was really never that good at bartending, but loved getting customers...well..."drunk as hell!" He was first discovered in a demo tape that he recorded with a couple of current band members. This all came about when he decided to put together a demo tape and decided that he needed some musical accompaniment; which ended up as the Dave Matthews Band. In 1994, his sister Anne died in a domestic tragedy at her home in South Africa. The Grammy nominated album "Under The Table and Dreaming" is dedicated to her.
Community
Dave Matthews Band is highly involved in giving a helping hand. In 2003, the Band held a concert entitled, "The Central Park Concert" which was held in New York City's Central Park. The concert helped New York City Public Schools, the band is a big supporter of education.
The band also held a concert that helped victims of Katrina.
Sadly, Leroi Moore passed away in 2008. After being seriously injured in an ATV accident in Virginia, Moore succumbed to his injuries on August 19, 2008. He was replaced by Jeff Coffin, famous for his work with Béla Fleck and the Flecktones.
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Pantala Naga Pampa
Dave Matthews Band Lyrics
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Put your troubles down
No need to bear the weight of your worries
Just let them all fall away.
The opening lyrics of Pantala Naga Pampa by Dave Matthews Band invite the listener to let go of their troubles and relax. The song serves as an ode to finding peace within oneself, clearing the mind of any worries, and simply living in the moment. The word "Pantala Naga Pampa" itself is a reference to a beautiful, serene place in India where one can find a sense of calm and tranquility.
The lyrics encourage the listener to release themselves from the weight of their worries and focus on the beauty of the present moment. The song's upbeat melody, coupled with Matthews' soothing vocals, serve to emphasize the idea that life is meant to be enjoyed, and that one should live in the moment rather than constantly worrying about the future or dwelling on the past.
As a whole, Pantala Naga Pampa serves as an invitation to let go of our worries and embrace the present, reminding us that sometimes the best way to find peace is by simply relaxing and allowing ourselves to experience the beauty of the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Come and relax now
Stop all your tasks and take a break now
Put your troubles down
Don't worry about your problems anymore
No need to bear the weight of your worries
You don't have to carry the burden of your concerns
Just let them all fall away.
Let go of all your worries and let them disappear
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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@dyanalynn6698
This whole show sealed my fate as a life long DMB fan...
@ajgwilli
Me too
@bpatrickhoburg
Me too
@bane2256
Me three
@thedeucemonkey2331
Me four...i remember borrowing it like 4 times off my friend...she finally gave me the DVD for Christmas...
@donnacampo8818
Me too. I remember reading that they weren’t happy with this show which blows my mind because I thought it was phenomenal!
@MsAudreyKEvans
Greatest scat Dave has ever done...been watching him a long time. Seen live 7 times. See him live. No regrets
@hacdmb41
Dang, Dave with that precious fresh face! 🥰 He's barely changed, aging looks good on him. This is STILL my fave version of PNP>Rapunzel. 💃🏻 I have seen them live 47 times in 24 years and been a fan for more than half of my life, so crazy! When i watch this I miss Roi and Boyd terribly.
@brynnetuley2871
I had the VHS of this concert when I was in high school and used to watch it on repeat. It sealed the deal to be a fan for life.
@taylorlankford1396
GOOD GRACIOUS this is an amazing song and video