LivePhish 06: 11.27.98 Worcester Centrum, Worcester, Massachusetts
About this album
Where they were
By the time 'LivePhish 06' was released in 2001, Phish had solidified their status as a leading jam band. This album captures a performance from 1998, during a peak period of creativity and fan engagement following their breakthrough album 'Billy Breathes' in 1996. The band's exploratory live performances continued to evolve, showcasing their improvisational prowess and eclectic influences.
Why it matters
This live recording is particularly notable for its representation of Phish's improvisational style and the strong fan response it received. The concert captured a wide array of songs that span their catalog, and it contributed to the growing popularity of live albums within the jam band scene. It also reflects the band's commitment to documenting their live performances for an audience that craved accessible recordings.
Essential tracks
- "Reba" — This nearly 16-minute rendition showcases Phish's intricate harmonies and improvisational skills, making it a standout piece in their live repertoire.
- "Mike’s Song" — 'Mike’s Song' serves as a quintessential example of Phish's ability to blend structured music with extended jams, illustrating their dynamic range.
- "Weekapaug Groove" — The lengthy 'Weekapaug Groove' highlights the band's rhythmic tightness and exploratory jamming, capturing the essence of their live experience.
Release Date
October 30, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Funky Bitch 6:56
- 2 Ya Mar 10:40
- 3 Carini 5:51
- 4 Runaway Jim 9:21
- 5 Meat 4:52
- 6 Reba 15:47
- 7 Old Home Place 3:58
- 8 Dogs Stole Things 4:39
Disc 2
- 1 Vultures 7:13
- 2 When the Circus Comes 5:29
- 3 Birds of a Feather 9:01
- 4 Buried Alive 3:37
- 5 Wipeout 2:01
- 6 Chalk Dust Torture 3:33
- 7 Mirror in the Bathroom 0:58
- 8 Chalk Dust Torture 4:09
- 9 Dog Log 2:46
- 10 Sanity 4:52
- 11 Buffalo Bill 3:35
Disc 3
- 1 Mike’s Song 10:28
- 2 I Am Hydrogen 6:48
- 3 Weekapaug Groove 20:13
- 4 Run Like an Antelope 15:47
- 5 Wading in the Velvet Sea 6:47
- 6 Golgi Apparatus 4:33
- 7 Wipeout 2:02
