About this album
Where they were
Released in 2003, 'The Central Park Concert' came during a peak period for Dave Matthews Band following their breakthrough album 'Before These Crowded Streets' in 1998. This live recording showcased the band's ability to captivate audiences with extended jams and rich arrangements, reaffirming their status as one of America's leading rock acts.
Why it matters
The album debuted at number 5 on the Billboard 200 and was certified gold by the RIAA, highlighting its commercial success. Additionally, it solidified the band's reputation for exceptional live performances, influencing countless jam bands and artists within the rock genre.
Essential tracks
- "Two Step" — This nearly 19-minute rendition features an expansive instrumental section that exemplifies the band's improvisational prowess and dynamic stage presence.
- "Crush" — The lush arrangement and intricate harmonies in this track showcase the band’s ability to weave emotional depth into their music, making it a fan favorite.
- "All Along the Watchtower" — This cover transforms Bob Dylan's classic into a powerful jam that highlights the band's signature sound, blending lyrical storytelling with captivating solos.
Release Date
November 18, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Don't Drink the Water 10:09
- 2 So Much to Say 4:14
- 3 Too Much 6:41
- 4 Granny 4:32
- 5 Crush 11:19
- 6 When the World Ends 3:54
Disc 2
- 1 Dancing Nancies 9:47
- 2 Warehouse 9:40
- 3 Ants Marching 5:51
- 4 Rhyme & Reason 5:36
- 5 Two Step 18:56
- 6 Help Myself 5:23
Disc 3
- 1 Cortez the Killer 10:52
- 2 Jimi Thing 16:39
- 3 What Would You Say 5:27
- 4 Where Are You Going? 3:53
- 5 All Along the Watchtower 12:59
- 6 Grey Street 4:58
- 7 What You Are 6:40
- 8 Stay (Wasting Time) 6:59
