Phish

alternative rock, funk rock, progressive rock

United States Est. 1983

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Sound in a sentence: "A tapestry of interlocking rhythms and layered textures unfolds through dynamic shifts, driven by extended grooves and spontaneous melodic explorations."

Phish matters for its role in transforming the live music experience into a participatory ritual, where fans gather not just to listen but to engage in an expansive journey through sound.

Phish matters for its role in transforming the live music experience into a participatory ritual, where fans gather not just to listen but to engage in an expansive journey through sound. By cultivating a dedicated community around their improvisational performances, they have altered concert culture, encouraging a spirit of exploration and spontaneity that has resonated across various musical landscapes. Their approach hinges on an intricate interplay between structure and freeform jamming, allowing each performance to evolve organically while still holding onto familiar motifs. This unique process fosters a sense of unpredictability; no two shows are alike, creating an atmosphere where both band and audience navigate the sonic terrain together. The band's ability to blend tightly crafted segments with extended improvisations propels listeners into a space of collective discovery. In songwriting, Phish often explores themes of everyday life interspersed with surreal imagery, resulting in narratives that strike a balance between whimsy and earnestness. Their lyrics tend to evoke vivid scenes, inviting listeners into stories that resonate on multiple levels, whether through playful irony or sincere reflection. The tone can shift from lightheartedness to contemplative depth, ensuring that each song feels both personal and expansive.

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The Gorge '98

Get More Down

The Baker's Dozen – Live at Madison Square Garden

The Complete Baker's Dozen

Kasvot Växt: í rokk

St. Louis '93

Big Boat

Amsterdam

Fuego

Ventura

Niagara Falls

Chicago '94

Live Phish 12.31.91 Worcester Memorial Auditorium, Worcester, MA

Livephish.com Japan Relief – 7.31.99 Field of Heaven, Fuji Rock Festival, Niigata, Japan

Hampton/Winston-Salem '97

Live Bait Vol. 04 - Past Summers

Live Bait Vol.01 - Summer 2010 Leg 1

Live Bait Vol. 03 - Worcester Sampler

Joy

At the Roxy

Live Phish 12.01.95

Live Phish 11.14.95

Live Phish Downloads: Headphones Jam

Vegas 96

Colorado '88

Phish: Live in Brooklyn

Live Phish 04.04.98

Live Phish 04.03.98

Live Phish 04.05.98

Live Phish 04.02.98

Phish: New Year's Eve 1995 – Live at Madison Square Garden

Undermind

LivePhish 17: 7.15.98 Portland Meadows, Portland, Oregon

LivePhish 19: 7.12.91 Colonial Theatre, Keene, New Hampshire

LivePhish 18: 5.7.94 The Bomb Factory, Dallas, Texas

LivePhish 20: 12.29.94 Providence Civic Center, Providence, Rhode Island

Live Phish 07.15.03

Live Phish 02.28.03

Live Phish 07.29.03

LivePhish 13: 10.31.94 Glens Falls Civic Center, Glens Falls, New York

LivePhish 16: 10.31.98 Thomas & Mack Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

LivePhish 15: 10.31.96 The Omni, Atlanta, Georgia

LivePhish 14: 10.31.95 Rosemont Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois

LivePhish 12: 8.13.96 Deer Creek Music Center, Noblesville, Indiana

LivePhish 11: 11.17.97 McNichols Sports Arena, Denver, Colorado

LivePhish 10: 6.22.94 Veterans Memorial Auditorium Columbus, Ohio

LivePhish 09: 8.26.89 Townshend Family Park, Townshend, Vermont

LivePhish 08: 7.10.99 E Centre, Camden, New Jersey

LivePhish 07: 8.14.93 World Music Theatre, Tinley Park, Illinois

Round Room

The Victor Disc

LivePhish 06: 11.27.98 Worcester Centrum, Worcester, Massachusetts

LivePhish 02: 7.16.94 Sugarbush Summerstage, North Fayston, Vermont

LivePhish 05: 7.8.00 Alpine Valley Music Theater, East Troy, Wisconsin

LivePhish 01: 12.14.95 Broome County Arena, Binghamton, New York)

LivePhish 03: 9.14.00 Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, Darien Center, New York

LivePhish 04: 6.14.00 Drum Logos, Fukuoka, Japan

Farmhouse

Live Phish 10.31.90 Armstrong Hall, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Hampton Comes Alive

The Siket Disc

The Story of the Ghost

Phish

Slip Stitch and Pass

Billy Breathes

Stash

A Live One

Hoist

Rift

Junta

A Picture of Nectar

Lawn Boy

The Man Who Stepped into Yesterday

Sigma Oasis