Prime example of a real rockstar. Even though with multiplatnuim albums, countless live albums, millions of fans, and being the biggest act that still touring till this day. He is still a humble man. Thats what true rock stardom really is. Love of the music and letting nothing else effect you that comes along the way.
I thank Dave and the guys for all of their songs, from Ants Marching and Proudest Monkey to Barthender and Stay, but one song I'm particularly grateful for is Seven, that song just rings to me specially with my current situation with a lady, and every time I listen to it, it just feels like they are playing for me. They are the greatest artist I've ever listened to and their legacy will be forever imprinted in my life.
What a great and humble man. Tons of heart and respect for life, people and the world. I've been a huge fan for years and they just keep getting better. Dave's a saint - that is, all those things that a saint should be. Jian, great thanks.
Dave Matthews' view on god is just absolutely spot on, what an incredible man. I love his idea that no man is really superior to another because of success, its something so many people lose sight of. It's apparent that his humility is not an act, he really is a down to earth dude. A weird, quirky, lucky, talented down to earth dude. cheers dave.
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I saw the DMB live for the first time last week, and became a convert. Great concert..great energy from the band. Before that, I was just a casual fan-had never bought an album. After the concert, I went out and bought "Big Whiskey." They've won me over.
Dave is such a normal, fun guy. He has done and seen so much, but still is amazed by nature and childrens excitement. That is indeed, what god is all about, being a true altruistic part of this world brings all living things together.
He's a great interviewer, very conscientious and prepared compared to most interviewers. When you watch several of his interviews, you really get an in-depth interview, really getting to know the people he's talking to.
This is FINALLY finished processing, I saw it posted last night but I didn't want to watch it until the HD kicked in :P So I'll watch it now. I am glad you guys finally got this interview up!
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I have Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King on vinyl and it is my favorite record I own (which is a lot). It truly is a great album. LOVE Dave Matthews!!!
Waiting for Columbus-Little Feat live used to be my favorite live rock and bluesy thang-and then Dave and the Men flamed it-DMB is amazing on all levels-how much jam and soul can one band have?-much...way much-thank you DMB.
Excellent interview. I don't know who this guy is but he's quite the interviewer. Dave shared many facets of this album and his personal experience. I love that the interview was filmed. We got to see Dave making funny faces and got to witness the emotion he displayed as he talked of Le Roi and the members of the band. The monkey story was an awesome visual. Thanks Qtv. Keep'em coming.
i love dave, i often think to myself that he has expiernced or seen the wrong side of Christianity, as i am seeing right now in my life...its amazing how people can misrepresent their God and not realize, not that im perfect or anything either, this also goes to all the religions in the world...i blame media for showing the extreme views of society, and not the average human tryin to just live life and make the world a better place..
I can't believe I listened to this whole thing again in it's entirety as the new year rang in. Happy New Year Dave! I missed you and the guys last year when you didn't tour. Will you resume this year? Well if you do go back on tour I'll believe that the world won't end. Thanks baby.
I always listened to Jian Gomeshi on CBC radio, but I must admit that I didn't know his work or himself for that matter... I was surprised to see he's pretty young, as I was expecting someone older... ahah... he's a really good interviewer!
Jian Ghomeshi was doing well, then he told a great story teller to stop telling stories. I would tune in to listen to Dave tell monkey stories any day, any time, for any amount of time. Off to look for a better interviewer.
Great quality interview, the host did a really great job of getting into Dave's head with questions about God, obsession with monkeys (google 'Vervet Monkeys'--they really have blue....testicles!!), and why he believes GrooGrux King is the band's best album. Keep up the good work Q!
The introductions....are always epic. Mazel to you, sir. And Dave...legendary in my mind. Grew up on DMB and as an adult, my love for the work he always seems to produce...as great as ever.
Great interview, I remember watching the monkey story in a previous little clip you uploaded. I was really looking forward to the rest of the interview, but unfortunately, the best part was already uploaded in that previous clip. Still a good interviews though, he is a fun guy to listen to. Thanks for the upload !
i can relate to alot of things he is saying, pretty analitical smart man...love one another and be good to people. great interview,,delaying my morning unexpectedly but worth hearing valued opinions,,
Dave's strange perspective that he should be able to choose the characteristics of God, as he sees fit, is backwards even for the most ardent agnostic. Love Dave, and certainly wish he would allow himself to have an encounter with the God of our lives. He will meet Him one day, regardless.
His expect the worst and hope for best. same mentality here. Think it comes from hardships, and struggles. And not taking himself as a bloated star keeps him grounded and always pushing himself to prove to people. Never get comfortable. Starving artist thing. Long successful career. He shrugs off success. And prevents self from getting caught up in it.
Not really. He does incredible benefit shows out of wanting to help disabled and people in need. Not for publicity but out of a want to aid people. He certainly has been at his peek for awhile and it's awesome that someone like him can make a big impact on aiding people that need more than what they have been given.
@etanalot669 Yes, He once said at a concert before playing a song called "eh yee hee" that he likes "The idea that we came from the trees". His songs that speak of god are usually him mocking belief.
I think it's more the length of their songs rather then them being good or not, they used to be a mainstream titan in earlier years and have a devoted enough fan base now where radio play they don't really need. They still pack stadiums with or without radio airplay.
2:42 "you know if you really liked being slapped in the face"- ironic, awkward, Jian changes the subject immediately- did Dave know, like so many others are now admitting they did, so many years ago?
Anything negative about God has been brought about by man's interpretations. Man wants to use God as a tool to exercise his own selfish desires. I'm a Christian, but I've seen how men want to use God for financial gain or what have you. When in reality God is all of those beautiful things Dave has described.
I like Dave's thoughts around Religion adn Spirituality... It leads me to a thought/question... In light of another tragedy like Sandy Hook, are we in the beginning of another "Dark Ages" period??? It seems to be a troubling time as of late.
I'm the biggest DMB and Dave Matthews himself fan there is but what he said about separating us from monkeys is wrong. We don't need to wish to be closer to monkeys we need to look at monkeys and appreciate that good created us the way we are and gives us the opportunity to marvel at amazing creatures like monkeys
Young journalist should study Q and the interviews this host conducts. He is always prepared and respectful. Baltimore had a radio station called WHFS. The DJs were a mess when it came to interviews. Degrading and acting like they were anywhere near the story of the artists they were lucky to have in studio.
