A Picture of Nectar
Phish · 1992
60 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · funk rock
A kaleidoscopic blend of progressive rock, funk grooves, and improvisational jazz influences creates an exhilarating sonic journey.
Why this album works
'A Picture of Nectar' is significant for its role in establishing Phish's cult following and their reputation for live performances. The album features fan-favorite tracks like 'Tweezer' and 'Chalk Dust Torture', which became staples in their concert repertoire, contributing to the band's influence on the jam band scene.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks exhilarating sonic journey short tracks for quick engagement
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'A Picture of Nectar' was Phish's second studio album and marked a pivotal moment in their evolution from local favorites to national touring act. Following their self-titled debut, this album solidified their unique sound and showcased their complex arrangements and improvisational prowess, laying the groundwork for their future success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Beck· Green Day· Moby· Tori Amos· Neil Young· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Llama 3:32
- 2 Eliza 1:32
- 3 Cavern 4:24
- 4 Poor Heart 2:44
- 5 Stash Standout 7:11
- 6 Manteca 0:29
- 7 Guelah Papyrus 5:22
- 8 Magilla 2:46
- 9 The Landlady 2:56
- 10 Glide 4:13
- 11 Tweezer Standout 8:42
- 12 The Mango Song 6:23
- 13 Chalk Dust Torture Standout 4:36
- 14 Faht 2:21
- 15 Catapult 0:32
- 16 Tweezer Reprise 2:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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