Walk Around the Moon (album) discussion

[Cptn. Monkeyman]

Based on the Madman’s Eyes single, I’m really looking forward to hearing Walk Around the Moon, The Only Thing and Ocean and the Butterfly. Short track times are disappointing though. Hope the new songs are good, maybe they’ll develop some jams on the road.

[ForkInFork]

Originally Posted by dmb2much40

Still not sure why there are so many vinyl colors and no bonus disc? Even if it was like AFTW and the bonus disc was all live versions of the album tunes that would have been cool. Or even alternate takes of break free since we know it was recorded multiple times.

I will say Madmen’s Eyes sounded pretty good but my hopes aren’t too high for much of the rest. I have a feeling we’ve already heard the best songs on this. I’d be interested to know why they included break free and not break for it? Seems like they worked on both and had the space.

Because management is totally tuned in with what the kids like these days...vinyl is in, complex songs are out. Gotta make that bank.

[bigeyedpigs]

Originally Posted by FSUnTwoStepToo

Track times are posted on the high resolution streaming service Qobuz. It has been discussed AT LENGTH in the "New Album Coming in 4 months" thread, but I don't blame anyone thay doesn't was to read through all that shit. It madness over there.

The Qobuz track lengths are thought to be correct though. Seems unfortunate, but we shall have to wait and see what the songs sound like.

Okay thank you.

[dmbdreamingtree]

Just listening to the tracks (live) except MME - I am excited for this album. I can dig a quickie lil album if it bangs hot and true

[FSUnTwoStepToo]

Originally Posted by dmbdreamingtree

Just listening to the tracks (live) except MME - I am excited for this album. I can dig a quickie lil album if it bangs hot and true

Agreed. I think WATM, The Only Thing, and Ocean and the Butterfly have a chance to be great songs on the album. I really hope the 5 *new new* songs are enjoyable. Sadly might just be quick little diddies.

[TypicalBilly14]

I wonder if DMB will play SNL in April before the tour starts since the album will be out a few weeks later and Rashawn has played with the house band.

https://www.reddit.com/r/DMB/comment...ouse_band_for/

[BruceW]

Originally Posted by Cptn. Monkeyman

I wonder if Revolution had a name change. That one seemed heavily rumored for inclusion.

No it did not

[Cptn. Monkeyman]

Originally Posted by BruceW

No it did not

Thanks, Bruce

[crushme5]

Originally Posted by BruceW

No it did not

Bruce, were you surprised with any additions or omissions to the track list?

[Pags1228]

Originally Posted by Cptn. Monkeyman

maybe they’ll develop some jams on the road.

I’m hoping for the same thing, but I’m pessimistic given their recent track record. They’ve done virtually nothing new with the CT songs, and they all sound basically the same live as they do on the album. And the new album songs we have heard haven’t developed at all live. If anything they were shortened. I hope I’m wrong, and the band turns a 2 minute song into a lengthy jam, like smooth rider, but it’s doubtful.

[FSUnTwoStepToo]

I feel like Bruce's, Scott's, and Chad's "quietness" today has been kind of telling. I wonder what their thought are on everything. Hopefully they'll tell in some time.

[hopewelljones]

Just gonna say it again- I’m SO excited to hear WATM, OATB, ToT, and SFTW. Hope the unheard tracks are good, but I’m really looking forward to having crisp studio cuts of the songs I mentioned.

[ChrisLaMar0]

Originally Posted by anthonysoscia

Just keeping track of the vinyl variants:
Standard Black
Special Edition Lavender
Warehouse White
Deluxe 180g Black

Clear Indie https://millsrecordcompany.com/UPC/196587970413
Target Red https://www.target.com/p/dave-matthe...l/-/A-88421775
Walmart Blue walmart.com/ip/Dave-Matthews-Band-Walk-Around-the-Moon-Walmart-Exclusive/1478495807

how many more they gonna put out there??

Barnes and Noble Green https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mus...=0196587970710

Unironically hoping they release Orange, Yellow, and Purple so I can finally express my true love for Dave Matthews

[GoingToCA91]

Lol, I had NO idea B&N sold vinyl.

[KClaw]

May hang out here for a bit. Other 'new album' thread is so off the rails right now. Maybe we stay sane here??

[BruceW]

Originally Posted by crushme5

Bruce, were you surprised with any additions or omissions to the track list?

Yes but I don’t want to get into details on that. At least for now I won’t.

[ElijahSoRight72]

Originally Posted by BruceW

Yes but I don’t want to get into details on that. At least for now I won’t.

Hmmmm... have to wonder if this means there could be some movement behind the scenes that's still being discussed about what to do with those songs.

Hopefully they'll at least play them live at some point so they don't get lost forever.

[ForkInFork]

haha so many vinyl options but nothing for pre-orders or even warehouse members. Strange choice, we will see if it pays off.

[BTBaboon]

Originally Posted by BruceW

Yes but I don’t want to get into details on that. At least for now I won’t.

Bruce - do you know what they're planning to do over the next 4 months to promote the album and/or why such a long lead up to the album release?

[chadizzy1]

Originally Posted by FSUnTwoStepToo

I feel like Bruce's, Scott's, and Chad's "quietness" today has been kind of telling. I wonder what their thought are on everything. Hopefully they'll tell in some time.

I’m just at a loss. The bonus disc thing I heard was that it’s in the bag.

I was just waiting to see what it would be, not “if” we got one

So I’m just as surprised as anyone

[alec]

Originally Posted by chadizzy1

I’m just at a loss. The bonus disc thing I heard was that it’s in the bag.

I was just waiting to see what it would be, not “if” we got one

So I’m just as surprised as anyone

Do you know if those track times that were posted are in fact the actual track times / that the album is 42:42 long?

[chadizzy1]

Originally Posted by alec

Do you know if those track times that were posted are in fact the actual track times / that the album is 42:42 long?

I believe so, I think they came from a reputable source

[Cscottrun]

I think either this thread or the new album 4 months thread should be locked. No need to have two threads about the same thing.

[FSUnTwoStepToo]

Well, it's been nice having some sort of civility in here. Lock away though. Not hard to read between the lines for the insiders thoughts, "disappointed".

[Cptn. Monkeyman]

Was just looking back at the whiteboard from 2020. Obviously Monsters and All You Ever Wanted Was Tomorrow appear there and were selected, which gives us some context about how long those two songs have been in consideration. But the most intriguing thing I see on that board, as pertains to this album, is the recurring side note “CB electro kit”

[Cptn. Monkeyman]

Originally Posted by Cscottrun

I think either this thread or the new album 4 months thread should be locked. No need to have two threads about the same thing.

I believe there’s room for both. This thread is a legitimate thread about the album for folks who want to discuss things that won’t get lost in the shuffle. That other thread is way too hot and is almost it’s own entity separate from the rest of the forum

[haiku.warrior]

Originally Posted by Cptn. Monkeyman

But the most intriguing thing I see on that board, as pertains to this album, is the recurring side note “CB electro kit”

oh god we're getting the Batson drum treatment

[dmb448]

It is interesting how they announced it. It doesn't seem like it will be promoted heavily but it is early days. It's too bad they didn't give us a bonus disc or Live Trax from 2022 tour with it.

[Whiteyxc514]

The Wood Brothers just announced an album today and it comes out in mid-April. Wish DMB did that timeline, but oh well.

[alec]

Originally Posted by Cptn. Monkeyman

Was just looking back at the whiteboard from 2020. Obviously Monsters and All You Ever Wanted Was Tomorrow appear there and were selected, which gives us some context about how long those two songs have been in consideration. But the most intriguing thing I see on that board, as pertains to this album, is the recurring side note “CB electro kit”

Which songs (that made the album) have CB Electro kit next to them?