Hampton Comes Alive
Phish · 1999
314 min · 45 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · funk rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock, funk grooves, and eclectic covers that captures Phish's live energy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks improvisational jams for exploration communal energy for live settings
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1999, 'Hampton Comes Alive' came at a pivotal time in Phish's career. It was their first official live album and showcased the band's extensive touring prowess following the commercial success of their 1996 album 'Billy Breathes'. This album solidified their reputation as a premier live act in the jam band scene.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive rock, funk rock
Hampton Comes Alive is an album by Phish, released in 1999. A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock, funk grooves, and eclectic covers that captures Phish's live energy. This album is significant for its cultural impact within the jam band community, marking Phish's rise in popularity and securing their legacy as innovators in live music. 'Hampton Comes Alive' debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart, which highlighted their crossover appeal beyond niche audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hampton Comes Alive sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock, funk grooves, and eclectic covers that captures Phish's live energy. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.
What makes Hampton Comes Alive by Phish notable?
This album is significant for its cultural impact within the jam band community, marking Phish's rise in popularity and securing their legacy as innovators in live music. 'Hampton Comes Alive' debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200 chart, which highlighted their crossover appeal beyond niche audiences. Released on January 1, 1999, 'Hampton Comes Alive' came at a pivotal time in Phish's career. It was their first official live album and showcased the band's extensive touring prowess following the commercial success of their 1996 album 'Billy Breathes'. This album solidified their reputation as a premier live act in the jam band scene.
Who is Hampton Comes Alive for?
Hampton Comes Alive works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, improvisational jams for exploration and communal energy for live settings.
How many songs are on Hampton Comes Alive?
Hampton Comes Alive has 45 tracks, running approximately 314 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Rock and Roll, Part 2 2:04
- 2 Tube 4:12
- 3 Quinn the Eskimo (The Mighty Quinn) 4:28
- 4 Funky Bitch 6:53
- 5 Guelah Papyrus 6:12
- 6 Rift 6:15
- 7 Meat 6:16
- 8 Stash 12:44
Disc 2
- 1 Train Song 3:30
- 2 Possum 10:07
- 3 Roggae 8:26
- 4 Driver 3:57
- 5 Split Open and Melt Standout 12:50
Disc 3
- 1 Bathtub Gin 14:12
- 2 Piper 7:04
- 3 Axilla I 4:33
- 4 Roses Are Free 5:32
- 5 Farmhouse 5:13
- 6 Gettin’ Jiggy Wit’ It 7:31
- 7 Harry Hood Standout 12:48
- 8 Character Zero 7:37
- 9 Cavern 4:47
Disc 4
- 1 Wilson 7:03
- 2 Big Black Furry Creature From Mars 5:08
- 3 Lawn Boy 2:50
- 4 Divided Sky 15:12
- 5 Cry Baby Cry 3:05
- 6 Boogie On Reggae Woman 6:12
- 7 NICU 5:33
Disc 5
- 1 Dogs Stole Things 4:34
- 2 Nellie Kane 3:19
- 3 Foam 10:08
- 4 Wading in the Velvet Sea 6:44
- 5 Guyute 10:24
- 6 Bold as Love 6:45
Disc 6
- 1 Sabotage 3:08
- 2 Mike’s Song Standout 11:50
- 3 Simple 15:28
- 4 The Wedge 5:55
- 5 The Mango Song 7:44
- 6 Free 4:48
- 7 Ha Ha Ha 1:33
- 8 Free 5:14
- 9 Weekapaug Groove 8:59
- 10 Tubthumping 5:21
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
314 min 33 sec
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