About this album
Where they were
Released in 2005, 'Live Phish 04.03.98' captures an era when Phish was solidifying their status as a leading jam band following their mainstream breakthrough with 'Billy Breathes' in 1996. By this time, they had developed a dedicated fanbase and were known for their intricate live performances that showcased extended jams and spontaneity.
Why it matters
This album is significant as it highlights the band's unparalleled live improvisational skills, particularly notable during the 1998 tour. The performance captured here has been praised for its seamless transitions and collective musical conversation, contributing to the band's enduring legacy within the jam band scene.
Essential tracks
- "Mike’s Song" — The opening track sets an energetic tone with its intricate bass lines and expansive jam that exemplifies Phish's improvisational prowess.
- "Reba" — This track features one of the most celebrated jams of the performance, showcasing both lyrical beauty and instrumental interplay that defines Phish's style.
- "Piper" — 'Piper' is notable for its dynamic build-up and cathartic release, demonstrating the band's ability to create tension and resolution through group improvisation.
- "Run Like an Antelope" — A fan favorite, this track delivers relentless energy and showcases Phish's unique blend of humor and complexity within their songwriting.
Release Date
June 29, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Mike’s Song 14:19
- 2 Old Home Place 3:41
- 3 Weekapaug Groove 16:27
- 4 Train Song 2:59
- 5 Billy Breathes 7:38
- 6 Beauty of My Dreams 2:41
- 7 Dogs Stole Things 5:00
- 8 Reba 16:41
- 9 My Soul 8:27
Disc 2
- 1 Roses Are Free 5:33
- 2 Nassau Jam 21:56
- 3 Piper 16:13
- 4 Loving Cup 6:53
- 5 Run Like an Antelope 14:43
Disc 3
- 1 Carini 4:36
- 2 Halley’s Comet 6:15
- 3 Tweezer Reprise 3:24
- 4 Funky Bitch 3:38
- 5 Nassau Jam 5:55
- 6 Birds of a Feather 10:08
- 7 Providence soundcheck jam 9:10
- 8 Shafty 15:23
- 9 Roggae 5:23
