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Dave Matthews Band 3D Concert Film Coming in December
November 12, 2009
by Alex Billington
And the 3D trend continues. Thanks to the success of Michael Jackson's This Is It (which has pulled in almost $200 million worldwide) as well as U2 3D, AEG Live and Action 3D have partnered to produce a series of filmed concerts shot on HD 3D and slated to be released theatrically for one-week engagements. Variety reports that the first film to hit theaters will be called (take a deep breath): Larger Than Life…in 3D Featuring the Dave Matthews Band, Ben Harper and Relentless7 and Gogol Bordello. The concert film will feature footage that was shot at the Austin City Limits festival held just this past October.
That Dave Matthews concert film will be shown in some 300 to 400 digital theaters on December 11th next month. "Our goal was to mimic a concert," said John Rubey, president of Network Live, comparing that film to U2 3D. According to Rubey, the December release date was chosen to take advantage of the window between the release of Disney's A Christmas Carol and James Cameron's Avatar, which opens the following week. Other concert films in the works include Kenny Chesney (from Sony) as well as Phish live at Festival 8 and "best of" editions of both Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits as follow-ups to Dave Matthews in 2010.
I actually had a blast watching U2 3D in IMAX, so I'll admit I've kind of got a soft spot for 3D concert films, but it all depends on the band or performer. I won't go see anyone, which is why I hope they choose great bands. So far it sounds like they're doing a good job. Anyone planning on seeing the Dave Matthews flick?
DMB concert photo courtesy of Manuel Nauta on Flickr.
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Reader Feedback - 31 Comments »
1
Dave Matthews is the opposite of epic, and the opposite of who you'd want to make a concert film, 3D film, or any other film. This is bizarre.
Al on Nov 12, 2009
2
DO NOT WANT
whomever on Nov 12, 2009
3
Whoa you guys are crazy!!! Dave Matthews Band is known for their live shows! In fact, I'm pretty sure they hold the record for making more money with concerts than any other band! I go religiously every year! Hell yeah I'm gonna see this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CharlesInCharge on Nov 12, 2009
4
This is the greatest news ever. hell yeah im seeing this!
Daniel on Nov 12, 2009
5
DMB = crap. sorry, they do. and I really hate when people compare them to the Counting Crows. He has nothing on Adam Duritz
Colt on Nov 12, 2009
7
@5
are you kidding? dave matthews has everything on adam duritz. what have the counting crows done lately besides the shitty song they wrote for shrek 2?
Nick on Nov 12, 2009
8
Pretty sure Id see this JUST because of Gogol Bordello, and then I'd just bounce to the next movie.
other than that DMB sucks ass.
;P
Toucmyinfection on Nov 12, 2009
9
I am of the firm belief that most people who think that the Dave Matthews Band sucks have TERRIBLE musical taste. Disagree? Go on, try to fucking prove it.
That being said, I am now wearing Levi's cream jeans…if you catch my drift 
(Bike Horn)
Sean Hunter on Nov 13, 2009
10
Correct me if I'm wrong, but Dave Matthews' concerts have been in 3D since they were around correct? I've never been to their concerts but I've known plenty of fans and some that saw him said it was like 3D…
Tra la la la la di da on Nov 13, 2009
11
Dave Matthews Band is great. I've been a fan for almost 15 years and I've never once heard them compared to Counting Crows.
Brian Ricci on Nov 13, 2009
12
#7 hmm I don't know…maybe "Saturday Nights & Sunday Mornings" released in 2008. that recent enough for you? I'm sorry the Crows don't aspire to have the bogus idea of a concert in 3d.
#11 I've heard it plenty of times. I just don't care for DMB at all
Colt on Nov 13, 2009
13
DMB is love em or hate it seems. In my experience, people that don't like them don't know how to appreciate Dave's writing and lyrical abilities and doesn't realize that every musician is one of the best at what he does. Also, their live performances are what has made them continually popular through the years. Definitely seeing this for sure.
branden on Nov 13, 2009
14
If you don't like DMB, don't read the article or at least don't post. No one cares who anybody they don't know doesn't like. Do you feel the need to convince people who enjoy DMB that they shouldn't listen to them? Let people enjoy what they like without hating.
jeff on Nov 13, 2009
15
14, i hate when people say Im not entitled to discussing my opinion just because i disagree with them.
Al on Nov 13, 2009
16
#15 Thank you, I agree.
Colt on Nov 13, 2009
17
anyone know if they'll be showing in theatres in canada?
evy on Nov 13, 2009
18
Dave Matthews band in HD, awsome!
fiestyg/Gina on Nov 13, 2009
19
Most people I know who don't like DMB have never seen them live (which is their soul) and no appreciation for music as an art form. Underrated in their originality. They can play rock, bluegrass, folk, jazz all in one song and you'll never even know what hit you.
dre on Nov 13, 2009
20
who honestly wants to see middle aged men popping out of a screen?
xerxex on Nov 13, 2009
21
#19, No appreciation for music as an artform…simply because they don't like one band? please… I can tell you right now, regardless of how they act on stage, it's not going to make me enjoy their music. thats a ridiculous statement.
Colt on Nov 13, 2009
22
In defense of Dre he said "most" people and yes its still overstepping a bit. I'm not a fan of DMB. I'm a musician myself, however and I will say this at least: Anyone here who says "they suck" know nothing about music. Their musicians are INCREDIBLE.
Oh and Colt I don't think anyone is talking about "how they act on stage" when they are talking about how to appreciate the band. I think you outed yourself there a little in terms of ignorance. They are referring to the fact that they are at their heart a live band and their albums never capture what they are really capable of. I would never listen to one of their albums. I don't own any of their albums. But I must admit live they are a completely different band, very creative. Not my cup of tea, but talent wise, they are among the most talented bands I've ever listened to.
Sam on Nov 14, 2009
23
I guess in my "ignorance" I somehow thought saying "how they act on stage" would cover them on stage…heart, soul, whatever. their Musicians are incredible, that shows because they're in a band…making money. so obviously they're good at that. that doesn't mean you have to like them or even think they're good together, regardless.
Colt on Nov 14, 2009
24
DMB is nothing like counting crows. And they ARE extremely talented. Why don't you pull up a video of Carter Beauford playing drums on Youtube. You'll be amazed!
Leoben on Nov 14, 2009
25
Counting Crows…. ha. I went to see them once, the band had to actually restart A Long December two or three times because the singer couldnt remember the words.
Dave on Nov 14, 2009
26
I went to see DMB in concert once, the band had to stop playing cause no one showed up.
see what I did there?
Colt on Nov 14, 2009
27
Wow, Tom Hanks looks like crap. Oh wait, that's Dave Mathews?
mxr5150 on Nov 15, 2009
28
this seems like something that when it was brought up, there would be a 1 second pause and then everyone would start laughing.
Steve on Nov 16, 2009
29
dude! thats awesome! dave matthews band is the best! cant wait to see it! even tho they are a WHOLE lot better live! but still its gonna be awesome!! cant wait!
Dustin on Nov 17, 2009
30
i cant wait to see it! I think you dont really appreciate DMB unless you see them live. For example my boyfriend never liked them untill this year i made him go to the 3 day Gorge concert.. and guess what HE LOVES THEM! and Colt.. no one showed up to there show? The Gorge sells out every year and thats 3 days!
britt on Nov 18, 2009
31
DMB! Pretty sure they are one of or the top selling band of all time for concert tickets!!!! Counting crows…. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!! Where do they rank in cincert sales? The list doesn't go on that far!! One of if not the best live band ever!!!!
Rich on Nov 18, 2009