On the evening of November 24, 2024, Madison Square Garden hosted a monumental benefit concert, Soulshine: A Benefit for Hurricane Relief and Recovery, bringing together an eclectic roster of artists to raise funds for those impacted in Florida and Western North Carolina by hurricanes Helene and Milton.
The night was filled with stunning performances, and we are happy to share a full remaster of this amazing show.
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Show Review by Carl Beust
From the moment the concert began, it was clear that this would not be just another benefit gig. The stage was set with an impressive design— screens flanked either side of the stage projecting not just the live performance, but footage from the hurricane zones, showing the destruction and the ongoing efforts to rebuild. It was a stark reminder of the purpose behind the evening: providing relief for those whose lives had been shattered by nature’s fury.
The evening opened with a moving introduction by Warren Haynes and Dave Matthews.
The duo then segued into an eloquent acoustic performance of “Soulshine”. The stripped-down, raw performance set the tone for the evening—one that would weave together the power of music with the urgency of humanitarian action.
As the night unfolded, a dazzling array of talent graced the stage. During Goose’s set the band was joined by pedal steel guitarist virtuoso Robert Randolph, Derek Trucks, and Dave Mathhews. The highlight of the set was Goose vocalist and guitarist Rick Mitarotonda shared vocals with Susan Tedeschi, accompanied by her husband Derek Trucks on guitar during the cover of Marvin Gaye’s “Baby Don’t You Do It”. Throughout the number Tedeschi’s raw, bluesy, and soulful singing was backed by Trucks’ fiery, dynamic approach on slide guitar.
At the conclusion of Goose’s set Warren Haynes brought out Trucks and Tedeschi for a gripping performance of “700 Houses”. Haynes’ full band filtered on stage for a set which included guests Trombone Shorty, drummer Joe Russo, and Robert Randolph. The high point being Trucks and Warren Haynes reunited on the Allman Brothers Band staple “Whipping Post” delivering an unforgettable performance. Trucks and Haynes played off each other, creating a powerful exchange that paid homage to the song’s roots while adding their own signature touches. Trucks’, impassioned slide work complemented Haynes’ gritty solos, capturing the essence of the Allman Brothers’ spirit and making it a memorable moment for fans of the band.
Next Nathaniel Ratecliff and the Night Sweats took the stage. The band’s set was a rich mix of soul, R&B, and vintage rock with a modern twist. Rateliff’s deep, gravelly voice, the mix of horns, and rhythm-driven grooves, channeled classic soul. The highlight of the set was when Mavis Staples was invited on stage to perform “Friendship”. The number was a powerful and heartfelt collaboration, blending their unique voices and styles. Their chemistry on stage was undeniable, with both artists delivering emotional intensity and passion, creating a beautiful blend of classic soul and modern roots music. The band concluded their set with a rousing version of S.O.B. with guests Robert Randolph, Trombone Shorty and Ben Jaffe, from Preservation Hall on sousaphone.
Before the Dave Matthews Band took the stage, Trey Anastasio joined Dave for a special rendition of the Phish song “Waste.” Anastasio’s signature guitar work and Matthews’ heartfelt vocals gave the song a fresh and captivating energy. Finally Matthews and his band took the stage. The set was filled with a who’s who of guest musicians who had performed earlier, creating a star-studded atmosphere. Highlights included “The Weight”, “Jimi Thing”, the Commodores “Brick House, and cover of the Allmas Brothers “Mellissa.
The night concluded with a euphoric moment as Dave Matthews invited the entire cast of guest musicians to join him on stage for a spirited rendition of The Beatles’ “Come Together.” The collaboration was a lively, all-star jam, with each guest bringing their unique style and energy to the performance. As the song built, the stage was filled with dynamic solos, harmonies, and a sense of camaraderie. It was a powerful and unforgettable ending, showcasing the magic that happens when musicians come together for a noble cause.
Remastering Notes:
The show was webcasted on Youtube and also streamed on SXM. In addition, the Goose tracks were streamed on Nugs. I've used what I thought was the best combination of those sources.
Mastering was quite a long process (30+ hours), because several issues had to be fixes (mainly dropouts). Different parts of the show had different instruments and mixes, so I ended up with different setting. I have used multi band compression, imaging, EQ and limiting for a first remaster, then I gave a first full listen for a week or so, making notes of all the all the errors in the streams.
After that I fixed the errors with iZotope RX9, and that was a lot of work.
In the last phase, I did some fine tuning, track by track, making use of dynamic EQ (Waves F6 and FabFilter Q3), added glue compression were needed, and smoothen the transitions between tracks.
Additional Notes:
This was a very special night. I was lucky to attend to this show, and it was fantastic. Actually there is am easter egg in the artwork, since I am in the crowd. It was a magical night and I immediately felt I witnessed something special.
Dave Matthews Band, Goose, Warren Haynes, Nathaniel Rateliff & other artists
November 24, 2024
Soulshine
Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
Source: various
Mastering: Xcacel
Intro (Warren Haynes & Dave Matthews)
Soulshine (Warren Haynes & Dave Matthews)
Arcadia (Goose)
Give It Time (Goose & Robert Randolph)
Hungersite (Goose & Derek Trucks)
Don't Do It (Goose, Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks)
The Way It Is (Goose & Dave Matthews)
700 Houses (Warren Haynes, Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks)
Man in Motion (Warren Haynes Band & Trombone Shorty)
This Life as We Know It (Warren Haynes Band & Robert Randolph)
Shakedown Street (Warren Haynes Band & Joe Russo)
These Changes (Warren Haynes Band & Derek Trucks)
Whipping Post (Warren Haynes Band, Joe Russo & Derek Trucks)
Angel From Montgomery (Dave Matthews & Susan Tedeschi)
Look It Here (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
You Worry Me (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Call Me (When ever You Like) (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Intro (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
I Need Never Get Old (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Heartless (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Friendship (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats with Mavis Staples)
I'll Be Damned (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
Love Don't (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats)
S.O.B. (Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Robert Randolph, Trombone Shorty & Ben Jaffe)
Carolina in My Mind (Dave Matthews & Warren Haynes)
Southern Accents (Dave Matthews, Derek Trucks & Warren Haynes)
Waste (Dave Matthews & Trey Anatasio)
The Weight (Dave Matthews Band, Nathaniel Rateliff, Trey Anatasio & Susan Tedeschi)
Pantala Naga Pampa » Rapunzel
So Much to Say » Anyone Seen the Bridge »
Too Much
So Damn Lucky
Jimi Thing » Brick House (with Trombone Shorty & Ben Jaffe)
Lie in Our Graves (with Trey Anastasio)
Melissa (with Trey Anastasio, Derek Trucks and Warren Haynes)
Come Together (everyone)
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If you enjoy this remaster, please consider donating to Soulshine Concert Fund or the other non profit organization what we've listed here: it would the best way to show your appreciation. Merry Christmas from dmbremasters.org
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