Plasma
Trey Anastasio · 2003
127 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A sprawling blend of jazz-infused rock and improvisational exploration that showcases Anastasio's virtuosity.
Why this album works
'Plasma' is notable for its ambitious structure, featuring extended compositions that highlight Anastasio's improvisational skills. It received positive reviews and contributed to the resurgence of interest in progressive rock influences within the jam band scene, solidifying Anastasio's status as a key figure in that movement.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks long-form immersive listening experience patient explorations of sound
- Context
- Released on April 29, 2003, 'Plasma' marked Trey Anastasio's first studio album after the breakup of Phish in 2000. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a frontman of a beloved jam band to pursuing a diverse solo career. The album reflects his experimentation with different genres and collaborative efforts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Green Day· Nine Inch Nails· Moby· Beck· Sonic Youth· R.E.M.· Nirvana· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Curlew's Call Standout 11:23
- 2 Plasma Standout 4:20
- 3 Magilla 3:06
- 4 When 4:48
- 5 Mozambique 10:19
- 6 Every Story Ends in Stone 8:37
- 7 Small Axe 3:23
- 8 First Tube Standout 11:28
Disc 2
- 1 Night Speaks to a Woman 22:50
- 2 Simple Twist Up Dave 8:46
- 3 Inner Tube 21:56
- 4 Sand 16:10
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