Out of the many great Phish jams during the post-hiatus era, here are a couple of top-shelf selections.
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“A Song I Heard the Ocean Sing” 6.19.04 II SPAC
Evoking the feel of Pink Floyd’s psy-rock, this piece of improv is among my favorite regardless of era. A truly masterful excursion, this song needs to find itself back into rotation come summer.
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“Scents and Subtle Sounds” 7.30.03 I Camden
Arguably the most impressive version ever played – it would certainly get my vote – this “Scents” highlighted the first set in one of the band’s most impressive post-hiatus’ outing.
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“Mr. Completely > Low Rider” 7.15.03 II West Valley, Utah
In one of ’03s out-of-the-way and undersold shows, Phish debuted Trey’s longtime TAB classic, “Mr. Completely,” and with it came a furious half-hour of non-stop groove.
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“Twist” 6.20.04 II SPAC
Another interstellar jam from Phish’s last stand.
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“Seven Below” 7.13.03 II The Gorge
One of the first psychedelic masterpieces of the summer and legitimate tour highlight when all was said and done.
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7.25.03 – Charlotte, NC (Alex)
“Harry Hood” 7.25.03 II Charlotte, NC
A ground-breaking jam for “Harry Hood” illustrating the band’s exploratory spirit that underlines these years. A piece that once you hear you will never forget.
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9.18.99 Coors Amphitheatre, Chula Vista, CA < Torrent
9.18.99 Coors Amphitheatre, Chula Vista, CA < Megaupload
An outdoor affair that started in the dark amidst the Southern California desert; this standout show goes out via reader request to Christine!
I: Tweezer > Roses Are Free > Wilson, Maze, Brian and Robert, Tube, Rocky Top
II: Boogie On Reggae Woman, Meatstick, Free, Bouncing Around the Room, Harry Hood, Frankenstein, Cavern
E: Contact, Tweezer Reprise
Source: Schoeps cmc6/mk4v > Apogee AD-1000 @ 48k
