The Dave Matthews Band: Music for the People

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Summary: Horrible Book
Review: This book gave very good insight into the history of the Dave Matthews Band, and especially Dave Matthews. The things I did not like about the book is that the author tries to emphasize the it is an entire band, but he focuses most of his writing on Dave himself. The author also uses very few primary sources for his history. Everything he writes about is taken from previous interviews with the band and other magazines or television shows. The author should have atleast had a personal interview and shared some of his own thoughts.

Rating:
Summary: A Review for the People
Review: When I began reading DMB Music for the People by Nevin Martell, I immediately developed a craving for learning as much about DMB as I could. I'll admit that when I began the read, I was not very knowledgeable of DMB, its past and roots... I just knew I loved the music. The easiness in which Martell included the facts made them easy to remember, and I found myself sharing my newly learned information about DMB with others. Also, Martell seems to have acquired his information in a way that still allows the members of the band their own privacy, and by the members being allowed to keep some things private, it shows the respect Martell has for DMB. That aspect alone makes me respect Martell more. Martell seemingly captures the personality of the band within his book. My quest now is to make it to a show and fully experience DMB. This is due largely because of the way Martell has captured the personality of the band. I can't wait to see it in person rather then just read about it. But if I had to resort in just reading about it, I would rely on Martell's words to take me there. Another plus is all the lists Martell includes - the cds, gigography, etc. I've beocme a follower - and in the music for the people this person has found her soul.... again and again with every note that is heard.