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Middlebury VT, United States (1996 – 2002)
Dispatch originated in the early 1990s as One Fell Swoop, but changed their name to Dispatch in 1996. Chad Urmston, Braddigan, and Pete (Francis) Heimbold, who were all attending Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vermont comprised the band’s lineup throughout their entire career. Their music drew upon several influences, such as acoustic folk-rock, reggae, and funk.
Dispatch gained much recognition outside of New England, without any help from a label, and stuck together long enough to release seven albums, three of which were live performances. During concerts, the band had been known to improvise upon their album releases, often resulting in a song ending in twice the length of the original. The group was also fond of switching instruments and vocal duties when playing live.
Upon the announcement of its break-up in 2002, the band scheduled one final concert. The free show was performed at the Hatch Shell in Boston on July 31, 2004. “The Last Dispatch,” as it was referred, is said to be the largest concert in independent music history; roughly 110,000 fans from over 20 different countries attended the show. Parts of the performance were released as a CD/DVD two-disc set later that year, entitled All Points Bulletin, along with an earlier show in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Dispatch gained much recognition outside of New England, without any help from a label, and stuck together long enough to release seven albums, three of which were live performances. During concerts, the band had been known to improvise upon their album releases, often resulting in a song ending in twice the length of the original. The group was also fond of switching instruments and vocal duties when playing live.
Upon the announcement of its break-up in 2002, the band scheduled one final concert. The free show was performed at the Hatch Shell in Boston on July 31, 2004. “The Last Dispatch,” as it was referred, is said to be the largest concert in independent music history; roughly 110,000 fans from over 20 different countries attended the show. Parts of the performance were released as a CD/DVD two-disc set later that year, entitled All Points Bulletin, along with an earlier show in Somerville, Massachusetts.
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TheFatChocobo wrote:
New album due in August, supposedly. Got very high hopes for it.
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VS-1 wrote:
I remember when I first listened to Bang Bang freshman year of high school. Even back then I wasn't getting laid
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Neon_Spadezzz wrote:
My sister used to like this band. I don't know why I do.
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DiversityA wrote:
I was happy enough with the EP, but I'm pumped they're putting out a full album. can't wait!
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SmicTaguer wrote:
I love Noisetrade for introducing me to these guys.
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MrSteveSomeone wrote:
Seems like people haven't known about the fact they are putting out a new album & released an EP of new music back in May.
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hotgh wrote:
sad they broke up.
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Litasdu wrote:
headlights. love :]
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HR20 wrote:
Sólo he escuchado los primeros tres temas del último álbum y hasta ahora es una banda muy entretenida de escuchar!
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Tobbyno wrote:
europe tour!!! [4]
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freewaylivin wrote:
Red Bull Arena in Harrison, Owned by Dispatch! God, incredible concert. Catch their tour if you can!
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Nataraneh wrote:
love it :)))
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helterskelter6 wrote:
saw them last night. amazing.
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the_kelsmeister wrote:
They were awesome last night. Even if the traffic on the GWB wasn't.
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archauthor wrote:
Red Bull Arena last night was the best concert I've seen in recent memory.
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Oniren wrote:
I had a fun time at the concert in Red Bull Arena last night.
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snip_es wrote:
Turn This Ship Around is amaizing...
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Harry_01 wrote:
It's great to hear that they are doing some new stuff again. Can't wait for the album. :)
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grooveslow wrote:
Just saw you guys live last night at Red Rocks. Unreal performances!. Keep livin the dream fellahs! Thanks I needed that!
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MrMex wrote:
europe tour!!! [3]
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