With only two weeks separating us from the kick-off of Phish’s massive Summer 2011, let’s take a moment to revisit some of last year’s finest moments, in no particular order. For anyone who thinks Phish doesn’t jam anymore, take a run through this playlist…enjoy….
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“2001 > David Bowie” 10.30 II
The smoking conclusion—and finest segment—of a wild, pre-Halloween night.
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“Reba” 10.19 E
The divine creation that came out of nowhere in Augusta’s encore.
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“Ghost” 12.31 II
The Holy “Ghost.”
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“Seven Below -> What’s the Use?” 12.27 II
A delicate, introspective journey from Worcester’s snow-covered opening night.
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“Rock and Roll -> Carini” 10.22 II
Providence’s exploratory set-opening combo; from an avant-garde “Rock and Roll” into a blissful “Carini.”
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“Light” 8.7. II
The band’s magnum opus from the Greek—one of the year’s improvisational peaks.
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“Harry Hood” 12.28 II
An impeccable, four-part musical conversation that, in my opinion, represents musical perfection.
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“Backwards Down the Number Line” 6.12 II
One of very few jams from June’s tour with staying power. Phish came together in an instant amidst a noodly jam and crafted a soundtrack for secret-agent.
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“Simple” 8.6 II
One of the most engaging jams from, arguably, the most creative three-night stand of the year at the Greek.
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“Disease -> What’s the Use?” 8.14 II
Face melting rock and roll morphs into sublime territory, landing perfectly in “What’s the Use?.”
