Live Bait Vol.01 - Summer 2010 Leg 1 cover

Live Bait Vol.01 - Summer 2010 Leg 1

Phish · 2010

79 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · funk rock

A vibrant tapestry of improvisation and intricate musicianship, capturing the essence of Phish's live energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • improvisational energy throughout performance
  • for lively gatherings
  • wave-like pacing keeps engagement
  • headphone detail hunting experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike extended improvisational sections
  • prefer concise standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
summer festival vibes· improvisational journeys· post-hiatus revival
Career context
Released in early 2010, 'Live Bait Vol.01 - Summer 2010 Leg 1' finds Phish revitalizing their presence after a hiatus from 2004 to 2009. This album showcases their return to touring and is a testament to their enduring appeal as a jam band, following the successful release of their studio album 'Joy' in 2009.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Outside Inside by The String Cheese Incident — Captures a similar festival spirit with improvisational jamming and eclectic influences.
Mantis by Umphrey's McGee — Features complex arrangements and virtuosic musicianship, echoing the improvisational energy of Phish.
Earth to America by Widespread Panic — Shares themes of revival and live energy, blending rock with improvisational flair in a festival context.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Alumni Blues / Letter to Jimmy Page / Alumni Blues 5:47
  • 2 Backwards Down the Number Line 13:37
  • 3 Swept Away / Steep 5:23
  • 4 Gumbo 4:49
  • 5 My Sweet One 2:42
  • 6 Kill Devil Falls 10:58
  • 7 Tweezer 15:10
  • 8 Slave to the Traffic Light 10:17
  • 9 Show of Life 7:06
  • 10 Tweezer Reprise 3:53

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