Liz Phair Explains Dave Matthews Collaboration

On Liz Phair recent collaboration with Dave Matthews,she had shed some light on it.In the making of several tracks for Liz Phair's new album Funstyle, Dave Matthews have helped her out.

Dave Matthews also performs on one song, “You Should Know Me.” of her album.

Phair told Spinner.com, “It’s just a mutual admiration that came about a few years ago. Instantly, we liked each other. His entire production was an eye-opening experience. We don’t come from the same culture, but the people that he surrounds himself with, and the kind of person he is, is so inspiring that I defy anybody to get to know him and not love him.”

Dave and Tim Welcome Rashawn

Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds closed out their five date December tour last night at Las Vegas.

At Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino for Performing Arts they pair returned to the theater where they also had gigged on Friday.

A member of Dave Matthews band joined a Matthews & Reynolds gig (when Stefan Lessard did so) and that's why this performance was notable as it marked the first occasion since February 1, 1997.

On Saturday it was Rashawn Ross joining in as he appeared for four songs during the extended single set show: “Shake Me Like a Monkey,” “Where Are You Going,” “Help Myself” and “Spaceman.” At present Matthews has no dates scheduled for the immediate future.

Matthews calls DMB his second family

On December 6th and 7th at Seattle's McCaw Hall,Dave Matthews recently spoke to Billboard about his upcoming charity shows.100% of the proceeds will be donated to charities selected by ticket purchasers through JustGive.org.

Matthews also talked about the Dave Matthews Band, who have announced they'll be taking 2011 off from touring.