I'm first a phan of extended jamming, and antics come 2nd, but Blossom Set II was certainly a raging show from my spot in the Pit. The jam in Walk Away (I song I don't really like) blew me off my feet. Antelope built to a thrilling peak after the jam started very lamely, IMO. And The Golden Ghost had a whole lot of the "unwasted notes" referred to in the article, and very few that weren't.

Was the Meatstick Dance Party "a little contrived"? Perhaps. But Phish is certainly taking chances, and while they don't always work out, I applaud their renewed adventurousness and cherish these last two shows Ive seen and the two coming at Deer Creek.

Having driven solo almost 20 hours already for the last two shows, I more than feel like I got my money's worth. These shows ruled.