Everyday
by Dave Matthews Band
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Feb 27, 2001
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 56 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 56
  3. Negative: 4 out of 56

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  1. raVen
    Aug 3, 2003
    8
    I don't buy the argument that when an established group built around a solid grassroots center decides to change their sound, (even for just one album) and that change brings in a whole new set of fans, said group has officially "sold out." First of all, (and you can call me naive) I was under the impression that sharing great music with others was a good thing. I'm a dMb I don't buy the argument that when an established group built around a solid grassroots center decides to change their sound, (even for just one album) and that change brings in a whole new set of fans, said group has officially "sold out." First of all, (and you can call me naive) I was under the impression that sharing great music with others was a good thing. I'm a dMb fan--it's a good club. And if Everyday gets somebody down to just one of their concerts, I say so much the better. The proof of Everyday's validity is found in the fact that its critics were expecting it to be THE SAME. To some, a club is no good unless some people are left out, and these people read Dave's dabble in the pop circles as a betrayal. (These same people assume that Dave, Roi, Carter, Boyd, and Stefan sit around writing music for THEM, not themselves). In this sense, fans treat their favorite groups like many treat their heros, friends, and politicians: "I want everybody else to like you as much as I do, but I don't want you to be 'popular' and play to the majority." Everyday is no Crash, to be sure. It's quicker, less complex, and the radio stations all played the singles like they'd discovered something new. But it was never supposed to be a duplicate of what had already been achieved. As Dave once said: "That'd be like saying a thing, then not saying it for awhile, and then saying it again... ...and people'd be like, 'why'd he say that again?'" Everyday is just fine with me, and I continue to enjoy the evolution (and, in this case, revolution) of my favorite band.… Expand
  2. BillyW.
    Nov 7, 2001
    10
    I am a huge DMB fan, so I would give anything of their's a ten, but this album is awesome. Nearly every song has it's own little thing about it that makes it awesome. And although there are no Boyd Tinsley violin jams, or Carter drum solos, or Leroi sax solos, the CD is still worth getting. Another great release by the always impressive Dave Matthews Band.
  3. EdD.
    Jul 5, 2001
    7
    He should of stuck with the older type of music that he plays instead of jumping into rock.
  4. Darlene
    Jan 9, 2005
    9
    In the spirit of love and positive enerergy I think this CD is great. "everday" is my anthem! Bring it on in Jesus name :)
  5. saraj
    Feb 10, 2005
    10
    i love david matthews there the shit!
  6. AshleyG.
    Dec 2, 2001
    8
    All of DMB's albums are different in one way or another. This one is more collected and organized, but still the DMB we all know and love. They always come out with something new but always keep us happy
  7. Grant
    Oct 30, 2001
    10
    This is a remarkable album, with an incredible new sound. Dave and the guys have pulled it off again. Song after song is pure brilliance. The new beats and more focused aspect is amazing. Even though there are not as many instrumentals as we have become to expect, the band does not leave you disappointed.
  8. KimH
    Jul 2, 2005
    8
    Honestly, this album deserves an 8 and im not saying that because it came from Dave or If i didnt come from dave. I could care less about the person who wrote it its all about the quality of the music and in my opinion this is a great cd. Im a DMB fan and i love all there songs but there were a couple not so great songs then there were a couple just GREAT! songs and a few here and there Honestly, this album deserves an 8 and im not saying that because it came from Dave or If i didnt come from dave. I could care less about the person who wrote it its all about the quality of the music and in my opinion this is a great cd. Im a DMB fan and i love all there songs but there were a couple not so great songs then there were a couple just GREAT! songs and a few here and there in the middle. This cd is very enjoyable to listen to.… Expand
  9. Paulos
    Jul 7, 2005
    10
    It's a great album! Thank You DMB for Your music!
  10. Adam
    Nov 8, 2001
    7
    Not the DMB I know. The tricky chords, and masterful musicianship is still there but the khaki-wearing, faded t-shirt sporting, necklace-hording of Matthews has seemed to slip between the cracks of mainstream. PLEASE BRING BACK THE JAM-BAND THAT I KNOW!!
  11. RogerR.
    May 18, 2001
    9
    genius work, amazing
  12. JoshG.
    May 20, 2001
    8
    This isn't Dave's finest hour, but, again his style appeals to the large "groupie" following
  13. M.J.Scrivens
    Aug 7, 2001
    10
    all I can say is how cool is it to hear Dave play electric??
  14. Hannah
    Feb 3, 2002
    9
    I am a huge fan of DMB. I have every CD, Concert CD... I was a little disappointed but it's still a great CD.
  15. PeteF.
    Apr 11, 2002
    10
    Dave already established himself as an immensely talented musician with beautiful lyrics. Now it has come time to push his border. I think its the challenge of every artist to change their style, and if you can do it sucessfully (like this album) then you can prove yourself in the long run.
  16. fishN/A
    Oct 16, 2003
    7
    i think that this a pretty good cd, a side of dmb that hasnt been seen, yet as said before there arent any really great solos, i think it lacks the ground-breaking quality that cds like under the table and crash produced. i do like this cd, but there is something missing, i think dave is changing, and as he and the band does, so will the music, and i hope somehow they can get it to their i think that this a pretty good cd, a side of dmb that hasnt been seen, yet as said before there arent any really great solos, i think it lacks the ground-breaking quality that cds like under the table and crash produced. i do like this cd, but there is something missing, i think dave is changing, and as he and the band does, so will the music, and i hope somehow they can get it to their "oldschool" stuff. this cd and busted stuff are too commercial, and some devil isnt good without the band(i think some devil is worse than this cd) and i hope dmb can dig down and pull out some songs like their old ones, with a twist of their new style.… Expand
  17. melissam.
    Nov 17, 2004
    9
    if anyone can't give this cd is atleast a 8 isn't a true dave fan and needs to keep his or her comments to themselves bc this cd seriously ROCKED! i think it's one of his best, personally. so, Dom S. , Jenny P. , Jeffery D. who rated this cd as a 0 just proved they have no knowledge of true music and in my humble opinion have NO TASTE in music. DAVE MATTHEWS BAND ROCCCCCCKS!!!!!
  18. TomC
    Apr 17, 2004
    9
    So underrated, I agreed it was average on first listen but on closer inspection fantastic (except for sleep to dream her). So Right could easily be the best DMB song ever!
  19. JohnnyM
    Jul 27, 2005
    10
    This CD captures Daves true feelings. Its a good reflection of him and his Band, and oh by the way the music sounds pretty good too.
  20. EricB
    Apr 7, 2006
    10
    For anyone who really knows what good music is;pretty much a music majoir like myself, would have to know that Dave Matthews is increadably musicly talented, and anyone who differs is most likely some emo head that shouldn't even open there mouths!!
  21. JacobS.
    Oct 17, 2001
    10
    This is the sweetest album I've ever heard
  22. EricT.
    Oct 27, 2001
    8
    a little different than the normal dmb, but still as good as hoped.
  23. JesssicaM.
    Jun 17, 2001
    10
    Ballard's a dumbass. He convinced Dave and the band that his cd's audience wasn't as indulgent as those of his live shows- thereby making the songs shorter and robbing them of their wonderful character. I'm sure it will be marvelous live, though. Nevertheless, it's Dave, and I'll never leave him. I give him a 10.
  24. BrianC
    Feb 21, 2005
    9
    I really thought that this was a great album for the group. They really produced more of a rock feel then any other. Great album.
  25. JennL
    Mar 25, 2005
    10
    Dave always finds his way into everyones heart. It's hard to listen to a song and NOT fall in love with his band. I'm a fan for life and this is just one of his MANY great creations. :)
  26. gregr
    Nov 26, 2004
    7
    lacking the density of the older albums. I guess every band has to go mainstream one day or another. Its till a DMB album, and therefor it still is very good music, but the soul is not as present...

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#22 Most Discussed Album of 2001
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#53 Most Shared Album of 2001

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Metascore
67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 1 out of 16
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    58
    A bumpy ride that finds [producer Glen] Ballard attempting to rein in Matthews' self-indulgent tendencies, with varying degrees of success, to ditch his jam-band image for a sleeker sound.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    60
    And though the smarter songs (the more personal "If I Had It All," the easygoing "Fool to Think") benefit from the concision, the group's newfound musical sharpness isn't that of a world-class bar band but that of an outsize stadium act -- all grand gesture and larger-than-life lyrics. Sometimes, as on "I Did It," the band recaptures the spirit of seventies rock in all its innocent fun. Other times, especially on the cloying, overdramatic "The Space Between," it recaptures only those moments that involve holding a lighter high above one's head.
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  3. HOB.com
    70
    The result of all this glorious epiphany is a record that remains on par with the last few DMB albums, filled with laid back grooves that beg for volume.
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