The Dave Mathews Band

After the 14,000 KM trip, returning home for a week to have the RV serviced and some repairs we decided to do another 1000 KM by visiting the Gorge Amphitheatre in Eastern Washington. We took a circular route initially along highway 2 in Washington State (staying two nights on the way at state parks) to Ellensburg where we met up with family members and then returning via highway 20 again staying three nights in state parks. The orchard growing area of Eastern Washington was great scenery drive through. 

Imagine camping with 10,000 people and then attending a concert in a natural Amphitheatre with 25,000 in the audience. We were doing it because Mark and cousins and their friends had being going to this three days of concerts for sixteen years. We decided just to go for one night. The following day we went with the family and friends to a nearby state park to swim in the very warm weather (about 85F).

Who are the Dave Mathews Band? Thanks to Wikipedia - the band, known as DMB was founded in 1991. They are considered a “Jam Band”. Other names - rock, jazz fusion, folk rock, funk rock, pop rock, alternative rock. I enjoyed the experience of being there and understanding the audience. Clearly members of the audience had been following DMB for at least 25 years. They were familiar with the lyrics seem very relaxed, some had flowers in their hair and were smoking joints. Mostly the age group I would say were between 25 and 50.  They came from all over the US. Our camping neighbor came from North Carolina every year for the concert. DMB clearly has a huge fan base. It was great to have been able to experience the band live surrounded by the fans who all seemed to be in a very happy relaxed and friendly mood.  The music for me did not resonate with ones usual enjoyment of classical music. The lighting effects and sound (very deep base) added to the audience being stimulated by the band. DMB has over the years contributed greatly to philanthropic causes.