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Round Room

Phish · 2002

78 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · funk rock

A cohesive blend of improvisational rock and introspective melodies, evoking a sense of exploration and connection.

Why listen to this

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
Context
Released in 2002, 'Round Room' marked Phish's first studio album after their hiatus in 2000. This period was crucial for the band as they sought to redefine their sound while reconnecting with their audience following a transformative break.
If you like
alternative rock, progressive rock, funk rock

Round Room is an album by Phish, released in 2002. A cohesive blend of improvisational rock and introspective melodies, evoking a sense of exploration and connection. 'Round Room' received significant attention for its organic, jam-oriented approach, reflecting Phish's live performance ethos. The album debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200, showcasing their enduring popularity and influence within the progressive rock scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Round Room sound like?

A cohesive blend of improvisational rock and introspective melodies, evoking a sense of exploration and connection. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive rock.

What makes Round Room by Phish notable?

'Round Room' received significant attention for its organic, jam-oriented approach, reflecting Phish's live performance ethos. The album debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200, showcasing their enduring popularity and influence within the progressive rock scene. Released in 2002, 'Round Room' marked Phish's first studio album after their hiatus in 2000. This period was crucial for the band as they sought to redefine their sound while reconnecting with their audience following a transformative break.

Who is Round Room for?

Round Room works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on Round Room?

Round Room has 12 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·78:07

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Pebbles and Marbles Standout 11:40
  • 2 Anything but Me Standout 4:32
  • 3 Round Room 4:15
  • 4 Mexican Cousin 3:16
  • 5 Friday 6:32
  • 6 Seven Below 8:29
  • 7 Mock Song 4:29
  • 8 46 Days 6:15
  • 9 All of These Dreams 4:08
  • 10 Walls of the Cave 9:59
  • 11 Thunderhead 3:21
  • 12 Waves Standout 11:05

Release Date

January 1, 2002

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

78 min 7 sec