Phish facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Phish
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Phish performing at American Airlines Arena in Miami, FL on December 30, 2009. Left to right: Page McConnell, Trey Anastasio, Mike Gordon
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Burlington, Vermont, USA |
| Genres | Rock, alternative rock, jazz fusion, neo-psychedelia, progressive rock folk rock, avant-garde, funk rock, experimental rock |
| Years active | 1983–2004 2008–present Hiatus: 2000-2002 |
| Labels | Elektra, Rhino/WMG, JEMP |
| Associated acts | Phil Lesh and Friends, Oysterhead, 70 Volt Parade, Amfibian, Benevento/Russo Duo, Jazz Mandolin Project, Pork Tornado, Ramble Dove, Rhythm Devils, SerialPod, Surrender to the Air, Trey Anastasio, Trey Anastasio Band, Vida Blue |
| Members | Trey Anastasio Jon Fishman Mike Gordon Page McConnell |
| Past members | Jeff Holdsworth Marc Daubert |
Phish is a famous American rock band. They started playing music together in Vermont in 1983. The band took a break from 2004 to 2009. They got back together in 2009 and have been playing ever since.
The lead singer and guitarist of Phish is Trey Anastasio. The band is known for its amazing live shows. They often play very long songs that change each time.
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Who is Phish?
Phish is made up of four talented musicians. Trey Anastasio plays guitar and sings. Jon Fishman is on drums. Mike Gordon plays bass guitar. Page McConnell plays keyboards. Together, they create a unique sound.
Their Unique Sound
Phish's music is special because they use a lot of improvisation. This means they make up parts of the music as they play. So, a song might sound different every time you hear it live. This makes their concerts exciting and unpredictable.
They blend many different types of music. You can hear sounds from rock, jazz, funk, and even bluegrass. They also mix in country, reggae, and blues. This mix of styles makes their music interesting for many listeners.
Live Shows and Fans
Phish is very famous for their live concerts. They often play long shows with no set list. This means they decide what to play as they go along. Fans love this because every show is a surprise.
The band has a very dedicated group of fans. They are often called "Phish Heads." These fans sometimes travel all over the country to see the band play. They enjoy the unique experience of each concert. Phish's return in 2009 was a big event for these fans. They played three shows in Hampton, Virginia, which were very long and exciting.
Albums and Music
Phish has released many studio albums over the years. A studio album is a collection of songs recorded in a music studio. These albums let you hear their music even when they are not playing live.
- Studio albums
- The White Tape (1986)
- The Man Who Stepped into Yesterday (1987)
- Junta (1989)
- Lawn Boy (1990)
- A Picture of Nectar (1992)
- Rift (1993)
- Hoist (1994)
- Billy Breathes (1996)
- The Story of the Ghost (1998)
- The Siket Disc (1999)
- Farmhouse (2000)
- Round Room (2002)
- Undermind (2004)
- Joy (2009)
- Fuego (2014)
Images for kids
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Phish's 1994 New Year's Eve hot dog float, hanging in the lobby of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio
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The Hampton Coliseum in Virginia, where Phish played their big reunion concerts in 2009.
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Phish in concert at the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in Wisconsin, in July 2003, with a cool light show.
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Phish onstage at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida, in December 2009.
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Phish playing at Wrigley Field in Chicago during their 2016 Summer Tour.
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Phish dressed up as their fictional band, Kasvot Växt, in 2018.
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See also
In Spanish: Phish para niños
