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Tripping Billies brings the late-90s and early-2000s Dave Matthews Band catalog to life with a faithful, high-energy performance that fans describe as a true jam-band experience. Formed in Chicago’s North Side pubs in the mid-1990s, this five-piece outfit has grown into one of the nation’s premier DMB tributes, known for their musical precision, seamless improvisation, and the vibe of a full-blown live DMB show. Led by Pat McKillen (vocals/guitar) and featuring Kelsey Tarver (drums/vocals), Phil Roach (violin), Mendell Beckford (bass/vocals), and Steve Schnall (saxophones), Tripping Billies has spent more than 25 years touring nationally, headlining mid-size venues and festival stages with credibility and crowd-pleasing energy.