Dave Matthews Band
Dave Matthews Band - Bartender Live at Cricket Wireless Amphitheater
Venue: Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
Location: Chula Vista, California, United States
Date: August 22, 2008
In the summer of 2008, Dave Matthews Band was riding high on the success of their sixth studio album, 'Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King,' which had been released just a few months earlier in June. This album marked a significant moment in their career, showcasing a more refined sound and deeper lyrical themes, largely inspired by the memory of saxophonist LeRoi Moore, who passed away in 2008. The live recording of 'Bartender' from the Cricket Wireless Amphitheater in Chula Vista captures the band’s electric energy on stage, blending improvisation with heartfelt emotion—typical of their performances. Fans often regard this period as a peak of their live show prowess, making this recording particularly special.