The Dave Matthews Band released their summer tour schedule and, as in years past, it will consist primarily of outdoor stadium venues. After an April 29 appearance at N.O. Jazz Fest, the DMB will commence traveling the country on May 30, kicking off the tour at the UMB Bank Pavilion in Maryland Heights, MO.

Earlier this year, DMB asked their fans to let them know who they wanted to see and hear as opening acts on the 2006 tour. While the results were not published, bands with strong grass roots followings apparently received much band-love from their adoring flock. Over the course of the four month tour, early arriving DMB fans will be treated to G Love & Special Sauce, Matisyahu, Animal Liberation Orchestra (ALO), Of A Revolution (O.A.R.), Gomez, Umphrey's McGee, Gov't Mule, Bela Fleck & The Flecktones and Pat Green. More supporting acts will be announced in the future.

On August 5-6, the DMB will return to Randall's Island for another weekend "Island Getaway." Last year's day-long events were notable for wonderful music but deplorable conditions. Gov't Mule and Bela Fleck & The Flecktones are already confirmed for the New York City shows.

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