Dave Matthews does it again By Cassie Weicher Assistant Editor      After a decade of music and sold out shows, The Dave Matthews band does it again with their new album, Everyday. The new album combines a pop feel with the same good violin and guitar riffs.      With songs like, “I Did It” and “When the World Ends,” Dave has made his way back into the hearts of people everywhere. Some say that this album, co-produced and co-written by Dave Matthews and Glen Ballard, is too different from all of the previous albums for it to be the same. Instead of the normal jam sessions, there is a more quiet and relaxing sound that makes it a refreshing addition to any Dave Matthews Band collection.      Ballard, who co-produced and co-wrote the multi-platinum Alanis Morrisette album, Jagged Little Pill, was brought into the picture when their album fell flat. The band had previously recorded an album to be released when Everyday was, but were not happy with it when it was done.      After a decision not to release the album, Dave Matthews flew out to California to see Glen Ballard while the band stayed home and waited for the results. Although the band was not there to help with the album, they are pleased with the results. There are even new voices heard, other than the string vocals of Dave Matthews. Violinist Boyd Tinsley lends his vocals in “I Did It” which gives a great variety in the song itself and also Grammy award winner Carlos Santana lends a hand in the song “Mother Father”.      After problems with drugs and alcohol, Dave has finally realized the most important thing in his life - his music.      The result? An album with a sound exactly like all of the others, but with a “re-birth” feel of the band itself, having more pop-vocals and instruments invading each song.      The first song, “I Did It,” about Dave picking up the electric guitar for the first time, has a harsh yet good, electric guitar riff instead of their normal acoustic cadence. The lyrics are as follows: I did it/Do you think I’ve gone too far/ I did it guilty as charged, says their regret fullness of now being the same as every other rock band.      I recently attended one of the Dave Matthews concerts at All-State Arena, and I have to say that it was the best concert ever. The Dave Matthews Band would end their song, or at least you thought, and then come back with a ten-minute jam session that was improvisational every time they did it.      And the stadium was packed. They were sold out after the first day that tickets went on sale. Ladies, just make sure that you do not wear your nice clothes. I have two burn holes in my jacket and one in my purse.      The most important part is that, although Glen Ballard made a huge contribution in creating the album, The Dave Matthews Band polishes it up and makes it shine. The Columbia Chronicle would like to hear your opinion on this topic. Note: If your browser does not support multiple windows, click here. Back to top   |   Home Copyright © 2001, Columbia Chronicle Columbia Chronicle articles, photos, and graphics are the property of the Columbia Chronicle and may not be reproduced or published without written permission from the staff, editors, or faculty advisor. The Columbia Chronicle is a student produced publication of Columbia College Chicago and does not necessarily represent, in whole or in part, the views of Columbia College administrators, faculty or students.

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