Live Bait Vol. 04 - Past Summers cover

Live Bait Vol. 04 - Past Summers

Phish · 2011

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

A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock, blending funk grooves with intricate melodies and captivating live energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • extended improvisational jams
  • engaging live energy
  • for group listening
  • captivating late-night exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, standalone tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Themes
summer festival vibes· improvisational energy· nostalgic live performances
Career context
Released in 2011, 'Live Bait Vol. 04 - Past Summers' is part of Phish's ongoing legacy of live recordings, emerging after their reunion in 2009 following a hiatus. This collection showcases the band's ability to blend spontaneity with musical complexity during their performances, particularly highlighting their improvisational prowess.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Mantis by Umphrey's McGee — Features intricate melodies and a mix of funk-rock elements, emphasizing live spontaneity and complexity.
Don't Tell the Band by Widespread Panic — Captures the essence of live energy and improvisation, resonating with the nostalgic festival atmosphere.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Scent of a Mule 12:04
  • 2 You Enjoy Myself 24:59
  • 3 The Landlady / Tweezer 16:26
  • 4 Mike’s Song / Contact / Weekapaug Groove 36:46
  • 5 Split Open and Melt 15:09
  • 6 No2 5:36
  • 7 My Friend My Friend / McGrupp and the Watchful Hosemasters 17:54
  • 8 Twist / Slave to the Traffic Light 29:50
  • 9 Free / What’s the Use 19:27
  • 10 Axilla / My Sweet One / Run Like an Antelope 17:38
  • 11 David Bowie / Catapult / David Bowie 13:11
  • 12 Divided Sky 15:28

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