You will never know, this musician was god in Africa, long before he was discovered back in his home country. What the world does not want to acknowledge is this, he was listened to by Apartheid soldiers. Apartheid soldiers loved his rebel music. Just like Vietnam vets enjoyed rebel music.
But wasn’t he banned in South Africa because of that one song? So all his record sales were bootlegs and one of the reasons why he never saw any money.
To Dave and the band, thanks for doing an amazing original version of a cool song from a great artist. I urge everyone to get the CD Cold Facts from Sixto Rodriguez
So incredibly sad to hear of the recent passing (for real this time) of Rodriguez. My thoughts and much love to his family. Like Dave I grew up in SA and was a big Rodriguez fan. Such an amazing story but so thankful that the man finally received the recognition and applause that his talent so richly deserved.
Cool version of Sugar Man. It's the first time I've heard someone cover a Rodriguez song. Rodriguez is still as down to earth and humble as he was 35 years ago. A poet genius up there with the likes of Bob Dylan. He's been floating my boat for about 35 years. Way cool.
I once heard this song in club somewhere and I never new who it was,nor did anyone else.Twenty five years on I find out.I have now put this amazing artist in my all time top most loved musical Legends.Bless you Rodriguez what an amazing Man.
This is so f'ing awesome! DMB doing Rodriguez it's hard to even fathom - so cool he was one of those who thought Rodriguez was world famous! Love that intro
I had the album Cold Fact as did just about everyone I know back in the mid 80s when I was a teen and knew every song like the back of my hand...He was also very big here in Australia
It takes some pretty big kahunas to cover Rodriguez. I’ve never even seen anyone do a cover until now. Well done! I was pleasantly surprised. Love you guys DMB, been a fan for years. 🔥🔥🔥 ❤❤❤
He was as loved in Australia as he was in Africa.
Excellent version. Not easy the instrumentation of that song.
You will never know, this musician was god in Africa, long before he was discovered back in his home country. What the world does not want to acknowledge is this, he was listened to by Apartheid soldiers. Apartheid soldiers loved his rebel music. Just like Vietnam vets enjoyed rebel music.
Yep, we listened to Rodriguez. But we also believed the African corruption will bring South Africa to ruins.
But wasn’t he banned in South Africa because of that one song? So all his record sales were bootlegs and one of the reasons why he never saw any money.
To Dave and the band, thanks for doing an amazing original version of a cool song from a great artist. I urge everyone to get the CD Cold Facts from Sixto Rodriguez
So incredibly sad to hear of the recent passing (for real this time) of Rodriguez. My thoughts and much love to his family. Like Dave I grew up in SA and was a big Rodriguez fan. Such an amazing story but so thankful that the man finally received the recognition and applause that his talent so richly deserved.
The story still blows my mind. Viva Rodriguez!
Cool version of Sugar Man. It's the first time I've heard someone cover a Rodriguez song. Rodriguez is still as down to earth and humble as he was 35 years ago. A poet genius up there with the likes of Bob Dylan. He's been floating my boat for about 35 years. Way cool.
RIP RODRIGUEZ
great version Dave ❤
True...definitely true about Africa...he was big in the 70's in Rhodesia...remember well...
I once heard this song in club somewhere and I never new who it was,nor did anyone else.Twenty five years on I find out.I have now put this amazing artist in my all time top most loved musical Legends.Bless you Rodriguez what an amazing Man.
The best man ever
Amazing! I love Rodriguez but this band do a great great job!!! Respect to both
Redsong yes agreed.
What a fabulous cover. Beautiful and fluid and perfect. ♥️
This is so f'ing awesome! DMB doing Rodriguez it's hard to even fathom - so cool he was one of those who thought Rodriguez was world famous! Love that intro
We all thought that in the 80s man...
I had the album Cold Fact as did just about everyone I know back in the mid 80s when I was a teen and knew every song like the back of my hand...He was also very big here in Australia
The bar I was working at.....
I'll prob be there tonight having a beer..
Rodriguez is awesome. I'm so glad he has been able to enjoy some success.
Thank DMB RIP Sixto!
It's rare with good covers of amazing songs like Sugar Man, but you guys nailed it!
Rest in peace legend!!
Dave...great song with a great voice.........jip..I agree....best song ever....
Simply wow! i love his story❤️❤️❤️
Thanks Dave for this performmance
So happy ,finally the world knows who is Sugar man , yea
I am so glad you found Rodriguez!! Thanks for sharing your story
It takes some pretty big kahunas to cover Rodriguez. I’ve never even seen anyone do a cover until now. Well done! I was pleasantly surprised. Love you guys DMB, been a fan for years.
🔥🔥🔥
❤❤❤
Awesome job ! You are the best
Rodriguez 💕💕💕💕💕
If Sixto Rodriguez had changed his artistic name to some shit like Six Rod, Americans would have listened to his music.
Just liberated 6-21-2022
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wtf... THIS IS SO FUCKING COOL!!!
Dude your audio is incredible. What type of camera is this? TH-cam videos never have audio this good.
The audio is actually dubbed from a taper at the show. Cool guys, I met them in the pit.
Chris Price Amazing job, keep on dubbin'! :D
You GUYS did a fantastic job with this recording.
beautiful 💖
Awesome..
amazing
Utterly delicious!
Dave Matthews is getting older and sexier
Lol . I guess
They tell me I look just like him...so...wassup girl!?
Stay thirsty baby
It blue corn... I forgive you Dave...
Sixto is amazing artist but sugar man does kinda remind me of Sam Cooke Summer time ?
It’s a crime what happened to Rodriguez.
better sound
Is this a song about buying drugs?
I don’t believe Dave used to listen to Rodriguez, just saying… good story though.
He is from South Africa and lived there until finished highschool so most likely he listened to Rodriguez in his early teens days.
He grew up in Johannesburg, there's simply no way he didn't listen to it at some point.
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Dave dumped all of his band's excrement from their tour bus over a bridge and into a river.
Real class.
As if Dave himself intentionally dumped it. You're a complete douche if that's what your comment is for this song.
boaring
+muhammed rizwan Vt you mean he is like a boar? the pig with tusks?
Yep, he did not wobble his head.
Only to musically retarted people like yourself