Most people don't seem to like Alaska. Whether it's the song, the placement, or whatever...I don't know. I am also one of those that isn't totally enamored with the song, but it's better than it used to be. The groove is better for sure! Not so honky-tonky. Also, the one performed at this past UIC show was fabulous if you just set aside your opinion of the tune. It's clear Phish likes to play the tune, and they jam well on it. This past version had a great jam, and while I shrugged my shoulders when the song started, I was smiling from ear to ear by the time it ended. Set aside your opinions or feelings for a second and check the tune and jam...very well-played, and great energy in the jam. Someone called it "languid." Perhaps that person just tuned it out because it was Alaska. It was much more than "languid," and I don't even really care for the tune.