All articles tagged with #phish
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Rolling Stone
Phish celebrated New Year’s Eve at Madison Square Garden with a unique performance, including their first-ever cover of Prince’s ‘Cream,’ elaborate stage antics with milk cartons and dancers, and a festive finale with confetti and popsicles, marking a memorable start to 2023.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NME
A fatal stabbing outside a Phish concert at Hampton Coliseum in Virginia resulted in one death and two injuries, with the suspect still at large. The band expressed their sadness over the incident, which occurred during their final tour show, and police are investigating the isolated event.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Phish bassist Mike Gordon pays tribute to his hero, Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead, reflecting on their friendship and Lesh's unique bass playing style. Gordon shares memories of their collaborations, including a poignant performance of "Box of Rain" following Lesh's death. He praises Lesh's innovative approach to music and his belief in the spiritual nature of music, emphasizing the lasting impact of Lesh's contributions to the Grateful Dead's legacy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
A Phish fan, known as @acid_farts on Instagram, was banned from Madison Square Garden Entertainment venues after a viral video showed him taking a bong rip at a Phish concert in the Sphere, Las Vegas. Despite the ban, which includes major venues like Madison Square Garden and Radio City Music Hall, he has no regrets and views the incident as a badge of honor. The fan highlights concerns about privacy and data collection at live events.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Live for Live Music
A Phish fan, known on Instagram as @acid_farts, has been indefinitely banned from all Madison Square Garden properties after posting a video of himself taking the first bong hit inside the Las Vegas Sphere. Despite the ban, he humorously shared the letter from MSG Entertainment on his Instagram, referring to it as a commemorative plaque. The incident has also highlighted MSG's use of facial recognition technology to enforce venue policies.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Phish's four-night residency at Las Vegas' Sphere features unique, non-repeating performances with a focus on enhancing the music through the venue's massive LED screen. The show's co-creative directors aimed to support Phish's musicality while creating flexible visualizations that could adapt to the band's improvisations. The team used a mix of pre-rendered and real-time content, including Unreal Engine and Notch software, to create immersive and trippy visuals. The Sphere's unique environment presented creative challenges, but the team's advice for future events there is simple: "Try stuff." Fans can livestream the remaining performances, and SiriusXM is broadcasting each show the following day.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by JamBase
Phish wowed fans with their visually stunning first show at the Sphere in Las Vegas, featuring state-of-the-art visuals and a tight performance despite some sound issues. The concert showcased a mix of classic hits and newer tracks, with the band experimenting with creative visual effects that enhanced the overall experience for the audience.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by JamBase
Phish guitarist Trey Anastasio discusses the extensive planning process for the band's upcoming concerts at the Sphere in Las Vegas, highlighting the unique challenges and excitement surrounding the state-of-the-art venue. With a focus on pleasing their dedicated fanbase, Anastasio emphasizes the continuous effort to improve and innovate, ensuring that each show is new, exciting, and connected by a thematic narrative. The band's residency at the Sphere marks a significant milestone in their 40-year career, with livestreams available for those unable to attend in person.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Phish's Trey Anastasio discusses the band's upcoming shows at the new Sphere in Las Vegas, emphasizing the unique visual and sound experience, the creative planning process, and the decision to ensure each of the four shows is distinct. He highlights the band's commitment to constant creativity, the importance of their dedicated fanbase, and the potential for future performances like Gamehendge.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Billboard
Phish's upcoming four-night residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas will feature a bespoke production designed to support the band's music without overshadowing it. Co-creative director Abigail Rosen Holmes and Moment Factory are working on visuals that will evolve in real-time to follow the band's musical impulses, using cutting-edge technologies like Epic Games' Unreal Engine. The residency will see Phish mixing up its show for each gig, not repeating a single song, and marks the first time concerts will be livestreamed from the venue.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pollstar
Phish's upcoming shows at the Las Vegas Sphere are anticipated to be groundbreaking due to the band's emphasis on live performances and improvisation. Show director Abigail Rosen Holmes, who has worked with renowned artists like Talking Heads and Roger Waters, discusses the creative process and technical aspects of the shows, highlighting the band's willingness to take creative risks. The production will feature cutting-edge visual and audio technologies, with the goal of delivering a unique experience for each night's performance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Phish, a jam band known for their improvisational live performances, sold out four concerts at the new Sphere venue in Las Vegas. The band's frontman, Trey Anastasio, prioritizes quality over quantity, aiming to deliver mind-blowing experiences for fans. With a focus on surprise and innovation, Phish refuses to repeat sets and aims to create unique experiences at each show. The band's upcoming residency in Vegas will feature about 80 songs over four concerts, including new material from their upcoming album "Evolve."
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Brooklyn Vegan
Phish has announced a series of shows at Las Vegas' immersive Sphere venue, taking place on April 18-21, 2024. The band promises unique setlists and visuals for each performance, marking the beginning of a new relationship between Phish and Sphere. Tickets are currently available for request, with any remaining tickets going on sale to the general public on December 15. Phish's upcoming shows include their annual NYC New Year's run, a camping festival in August, and their Riviera Maya concert vacation in Mexico.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by jambands.com
Phish concluded their flood benefit concert at Saratoga Performing Art Center with a surprise sit-in by Derek Trucks, raising $3.5 million for flood victims. The band delivered an impressive performance, showcasing their instrumental prowess and playing fan-favorite songs. Trucks joined them for the second set, adding his slide guitar skills to create an effortless display of instrumental power. The concert ended with a high-energy encore, and Phish expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to the fundraising efforts.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by jambands.com
Phish will be hosting two special benefit concerts at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., on Aug. 25 and 26 to aid in the flood recovery efforts in Vermont and Upstate New York. All ticket sales and concert merchandise proceeds will go directly to The WaterWheel Foundation's 2023 Flood Recovery Fund, which aims to support flood victims, businesses, and non-profit organizations in the affected regions. The concerts come as part of Phish's extensive summer tour, with tickets going on sale to the general public on July 29.