2018 wish lists

[snow1868]

You know it's bad when even KevinTH is off the bandwagon.

[dontdrink36]

Two nights in Atlanta or Atlanta and Charlotte to be on different legs of the tour.
New Album that sounds like Little Red Bird EP that is the best 3.0 has sounded IMO
Tim on acoustic for some songs and clean channels.
Song selection similar to 2013

[moosicmaniac]

Originally Posted by dpduke5173

The overpowering Tim issue could be solved just by changing his guitar tone on certain tunes. There is no reason that he should have an overdrive/distortion sound for LIOG, Ants, Grey Street etc.. If he's going to play electric on those why not go for a clean fenderish sound to match the mood/color of the music.

This x1000.

Tim will not play acoustic with the full band unless it's an acoustic set. Everyone needs to give up that dream right now. It's simply not going to happen. This is the best we can hope for.

[KevinTH]

Originally Posted by TheLastPig

Sunday disheartened me a lot too. This was after me being excited about how Dave's voice sounded at farm aid.

But its hard to tell from the mix of a stream, which was obviously out of whack, and its the first show in a year, so im trying not to take too much.

But they sounded way off, and Dave seemed to struggle singing over the full band, but again, he's only played acoustic shows for a year so it might just be an adjustment.

Likewise. Dave's voice sounded great at Farm Aid, and I am a fan of the new tune. In his defense, I'm sure it was a long week of rehearsals and maybe some sleepless nights given that he was an integral role in putting on the show. That coupled with probably visiting with people backstage all night probably played a role in how his voice sounded.

But with that said I have just had it with Carter, Tim and Rashawn. Everyone complains about Boyd, but we all know that story, and honestly having listened back he wasn't as low as he usually is in the mix. It was really the tunes with Stevie Wonder that he couldn't be heard well, even though he can be heard towards the end of Imagine. But Boyd is still not a promising situation. That Grey Street was absolutely atrocious.

Originally Posted by snow1868

You know it's bad when even KevinTH is off the bandwagon.

I may have finally been beaten into submission.

[CrushB610]

I wish the crowd would forget about singing Thank You during the outro for #41 by 2018. That'd be cool.

[Aforauer]

Originally Posted by TrippingCrushCT

I know it would never happen but bringing Hartford back to 2 nights would be nice.

Yes please

[BTCS_JTR]

Originally Posted by CrushB610

I wish the crowd would forget about singing Thank You during the outro for #41 by 2018. That'd be cool.

Isn't it during So Damn Lucky?

[BTCS_JTR]

I know this isn't the first time Tim's sound has been discussed on here, but is it because we've just had out first listen on the band in over a year, and maybe we're not used to it after listening to Dave & Tim for majority of the year so far? It just seems more people are advocating for Tim to either leave the band or be lowered than normal on here. I'm not complaining about it, just an observation.

[CrushB610]

Originally Posted by BTCS_JTR

Isn't it during So Damn Lucky?

Normally it is.

In 2016 it was noticeable at multiple shows I was at in the Pit & Lower Pavilion. I'm sure it's pretty easy to catch on tapes, I know the Gorge N3 tape you can clearly hear it.

[TheLastPig]

Originally Posted by BTCS_JTR

I know this isn't the first time Tim's sound has been discussed on here, but is it because we've just had out first listen on the band in over a year, and maybe we're not used to it after listening to Dave & Tim for majority of the year so far? It just seems more people are advocating for Tim to either leave the band or be lowered than normal on here. I'm not complaining about it, just an observation.

I think its more that he was way out of whack loud on the stream to start sunday

[OneLove41]

Thinking the band is goin to change their “sound” next summer is unrealistic imo. Tim’s going to be loud, the horns will be loud, and carter will play aggressively. That’s just the way it is, again it’s just my opinion. Also, the setlists will more then likely be stale.The past few summers have proved these things.

But, to answer the question
2 nights in Nashville (at least 1)
Setlists variety

[bamashane1975]

1) New album
2) A tour that includes Red Rocks and a finish at The Gorge
3) Homage to BTCS anniversary
4) A long, chill, Anastasio-esque LIOG
5) Cover a track from The Who
6) Butch

[badgernation41]

I'd like to see some more variety in the sets. A return of Sweet Up and Down, JTR, Shot Gun etc...

[camptravisr]

Realistic Wish List 2018:

1. Alpine Valley
2. Setlist Variety
3. New Album

[Pmfnharris]

Do people really not think Alpine and the Gorge will be played next year? When we get a tour (smaller or the same) those places will still be visited.

As far as Tim, I agree it can be too much but I would place that on the CVille event mixing. It's never been that dominated at a live show I've seen.

RR...and for that matter Jeff. We have to give up that this is the horn SECTION. As much as I along with all of you, loved LeRoi, it's not gonna change. I honestly don't find it that bad.

Lastly, let's remember we love this band. Love can be our harshest critic but let's not have it take away from the end of the day. We still buy LT, still buy posters, and still hang on to any new updates of the band.

[Acester25]

Originally Posted by WidespreadMule3

Fan-picked setlists.

I know that could open a can of worms but at least it'd give us a shot at some epic shows without having to go to a multi-night stand just to hear something besides Seven, Rooftop and DDTW.

I agree! Fan-picked setlists would be great!

Originally Posted by chadizzy1

1. Tim on acoustic or full band acoustic shows
2. Rashawn more quiet
3. Carter playing less death metal style and more jazzy style
4. Butch to join the band or guest at some shows
5. Mix up the openers/closers/encore - in general, more variety
6. No Lovely Ladies

I love when Carter plays with some jazzy pizzazz! It's one of the reasons #41 is my all-time favorite song by any band. I hope some of the new songs have some great jazz-inspired grooves.

Originally Posted by BTCS_JTR

I don't think Tim has to play on every song. Songs like Warehouse, and Grey Street where he just plays the exact same chords as Dave (granted the horns are playing the intro riff to GS as well, but I feel like that's different), he could definitely sit out for. It brings nothing to the table.

Give Rashawn a tambourine or something
Bring back openers
#41 sax solo
A stop at Scranton and Bethel

I miss the #41 sax solo!...
Tim can play on every song... just not obnoxiously.

Originally Posted by bowa36

1. Butch
2. Rashawn not peresent on most songs
3. Tim on acoustic for most songs
4. New Album
5. play Cry Freedom & PFWYG heavenly
6. Sweet Up and Down
7. Captain
8. Joyride

I hope they play EVERY song heavenly! (I'm guessing you meant to say heavily? They ARE great chill songs.)

Originally Posted by Lealealuvsdmb

Honestly if I had to pick my biggest wish? It might be cliche but here it is: to hang out with Mr. Dave Matthews. He seems so sweet and he really has a good heart. So caring! If I was in his position I’d do everything he’s doing. He’s doing it all right! I’d love to just hang out with him and talk. He’s so very cool!!!!

Not cliche... it's a good wish! There are no limitations to wishes! If that's what you wish, that's cool with me. FWIW...Although unlikely, I hope you get your wish!

[Lealealuvsdmb]

I would absolutely love to see my greatest love dmb play the gorge but it’s unrealistic for me really. I live in Pa all the way on the other side of our country! It would be super awesome if they came back to montage mountain again. Maybe someday I’ll see the gorge and my favorite band! It is after all heavens amphitheater


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[Lealealuvsdmb]

Originally Posted by Acester25

I agree! Fan-picked setlists would be great!









I love when Carter plays with some jazzy pizzazz! It's one of the reasons #41 is my all-time favorite song by any band. I hope some of the new songs have some great jazz-inspired grooves.







I miss the #41 sax solo!...

Tim can play on every song... just not obnoxiously.







I hope they play EVERY song heavenly! (I'm guessing you meant to say heavily? They ARE great chill songs.)







Not cliche... it's a good wish! There are no limitations to wishes! If that's what you wish, that's cool with me. FWIW...Although unlikely, I hope you get your wish!

Well thank you so very much! It just seems like he is so my kind of peeps! I would have a few drinks with him and really talk!! He’s a f-ing genius!!!!


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[spiza]

1. Slow Things Down
2. Turn Tim Down
3.Turn Boyd Up
4. Set List Variety 2013 was the last year they really surprised us with liberation's and tour debuts.
5. Shelve songs like Seven, Shake Me, You & Me, & Jimi for Break Free, Sweet up and down, Shotgun, Break For it, The Stone etc.

[#41Tom]

- turn Tim up
- kick Boyd out
- give Carter some heavier sticks, take away his chimes
- ask Raab to do full-time backing vocals
- tell the fans Butch is coming back, but at the last minute surprise us all with Stevie Wonder instead
- have Stevie Wonder introduce the band every night
- cover at least 5 Stevie Wonder songs per night

[RSSR]

I just want Butch, Jeff, the horns and Tim for an entire summer tour.

I want all the '15-'16 songs sprinkled through all the different stops, and whatever material Dave has written during the break. I want Break For It played a lot too. Just that, I'm easy.

[patdeegan]

At the risk of asking a dumb ?, is Butch back for GOOD? I guess I am assuming he is -- or at least for 2018 -- but I didn't know if his appearance at the Benefit was because it was in Charlottesville and a "special" show.

[KevinTH]

Damn, there seem to be a lot of new folks around who were around in 2002. Have we been infiltrated by The FaMilY?

[SeekNancyUp]

Monkey Man
Monkey Man
Monkey Man (at a show I witness)

Last Stop - played at Alpine

What You Are
Lying In the Hands of God
You Never Know
Write A Song
If Only
Too High
Snow Outside
Sweet Up and Down
Broken Things
I'll Back You Up

Wrigley Field - at least one show

YMDT: Dave scat outro as he did in Moline 2016
Ants Marching: keep playing 2016 version

MORE BOYD.
"Horny" section: I like the battling horns, keep 'em! ex. 2016 N3 Gorge - Typical Situation was epic, the energy and the look on Rashawn's face as Carlos Malta waled was priceless. I don't see how many of their songs work without the horn variety.
KEEP TIM. I love his solos and I love them loud! but I understand turning down his rhythm parts.
NO BUTCH.

New album.

Better songs and more song variety. Imagine how song flow would of been impacted if they substituted Dreaming Tree in the place of Plastic Girl last year..

[lockman21]

Originally Posted by KevinTH

I may have finally been beaten into submission.

One of us! One of us!

[blackslip]

Originally Posted by badgernation41

one of the things I loved about the acoustic sets was that the songs sounded awesome.

The accoustic sets were great for me because Dave didn't have to yell over everyone #davethecolorsinDavesvoice. You realize it's not gonna last forever, so let's lighten up, slow things down. My opinion.


Know it's not the same thing, but let's not/let's be selfish, if you know what I mean. 😈

[dpduke5173]

Will never understand why they feel the need to change their stage set up just for Tim to pick up an acoustic, Stefan to bring out his upright/acoustic bass, or Carter to switch up his playing style. Would be great if they could just integrate this into the traditional set. Its not that big of a deal, just some more work for the road crew.

[camptravisr]

Originally Posted by Pmfnharris

Do people really not think Alpine and the Gorge will be played next year? When we get a tour (smaller or the same) those places will still be visited.

As far as Tim, I agree it can be too much but I would place that on the CVille event mixing. It's never been that dominated at a live show I've seen.

RR...and for that matter Jeff. We have to give up that this is the horn SECTION. As much as I along with all of you, loved LeRoi, it's not gonna change. I honestly don't find it that bad.

Lastly, let's remember we love this band. Love can be our harshest critic but let's not have it take away from the end of the day. We still buy LT, still buy posters, and still hang on to any new updates of the band.

As far as Alpine goes, it was closed this summer. They said they're opening back up next year, but I still feel uneasy about it. Unless there's been an update that I missed?

Also, good point about our love for the band.

[jmc419]

2 days - Deer Creek - June or July 2018 on a weekend.

Thanks Dave. You're the best.

[Acester25]

Originally Posted by Lealealuvsdmb

Well thank you so very much! It just seems like he is so my kind of peeps! I would have a few drinks with him and really talk!! He’s a f-ing genius!!!!

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You're welcome!

Originally Posted by spiza

1. Slow Things Down
2. Turn Tim Down
3.Turn Boyd Up
4. Set List Variety 2013 was the last year they really surprised us with liberation's and tour debuts.
5. Shelve songs like Seven, Shake Me, You & Me, & Jimi for Break Free, Sweet up and down, Shotgun, Break For it, The Stone etc.

Agree with everything you said. (also see my next comment)

Originally Posted by RSSR

I just want Butch, Jeff, the horns and Tim for an entire summer tour.

I want all the '15-'16 songs sprinkled through all the different stops, and whatever material Dave has written during the break. I want Break For It played a lot too. Just that, I'm easy.

I love Break For It! It would be fantastic to see that as a regular on the setlists!

Originally Posted by KevinTH

Damn, there seem to be a lot of new folks around who were around in 2002. Have we been infiltrated by The FaMilY?

We are FaMilY! Come on everyb...
Yeah I don't remember when the last time was that I posted. I guess seeing Butch possibly back got me excited? Didn't realize how much I missed the keys in the DMB sound until recently... plus my 3 daughters keep me busy.