Dave Matthews - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 09, 1967 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Dave Matthews's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Lead vocalist and guitarist of the Dave Matthews Band |
Intro
Dave Matthews is a South African-born American singer, songwriter, musician, and actor, best known as the lead vocalist, songwriter, and guitarist for the Dave Matthews Band, a group that rose to prominence in the 1990s with a distinctive blend of rock, jazz, and folk influences.
Early Life & Background
David John Matthews was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, and moved frequently in his youth, living in the UK and the United States due to his father's job at IBM. The Matthews family eventually settled in Charlottesville, Virginia, where Dave became involved in the local music scene.
Career Highlights
- Formed Dave Matthews Band in 1991 in Charlottesville, Virginia
- Released best-selling debut album 'Under the Table and Dreaming' in 1994
- Won Grammy Award for Best Rock Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group for the song 'So Much to Say' (1997)
- Known for hit songs such as 'Crash Into Me', 'Ants Marching', and 'The Space Between'
- Successful solo album 'Some Devil' (2003), featuring the Grammy-winning single 'Gravedigger'
Trivia
- Dave Matthews is an environmental activist and has supported numerous charity initiatives.
- He became a naturalized American citizen in 1980.
- Matthews has also acted in films such as 'Because of Winn-Dixie' and 'I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry'.
FAQs
People also ask
Dave Matthews is 59 years old.
Dave Matthews was born the 9 January 1967.
Johannesburg, South Africa.
On His Birth-Day
About January 9th, 1967, in brief:
- Historical events: Julian Bond was officially seated in the Georgia House of Representatives after a lengthy battle over his election. His seating marked a significant moment in the civil rights movement, as he was a prominent activist and co-founder of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). Bond's presence in the legislature was a step towards greater representation for African Americans in politics.
- Day of the week: January 9th, 1967 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm A Believer by The Monkees
- #1 UK song: Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones
- Popular movie: The Graduate directed by Mike Nichols
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