I didn’t attend this show, nor did I stream it. It may have been a dud. It may have been great. Ultimately it doesn’t matter what I think.

Because the music of Phish does not exist in a vacuum.

Song selection, jam lengths, number of “Junta” tunes vs number of “Big Boat” ones…none of that matters if you’re not in a good head space anyway.

At least to me, the experience matters. And my experience will differ from yours. And you know what? That’s okay.

I’ve been to shows that I didn’t enjoy but the rest of the group loved (7/3/00 comes to mind, which, after further review, was a fantastic event). Conversely, I have loved a show or two that was generally panned and criticized harshly (For instance, any “Jibboo” gives me great joy, as does, well, “Joy.”)

I don’t begrudge those who rip these shows. That’s their right and I respect that. But after 40 years - 30 since I boarded the bus - I will choose to enjoy the ride. Even if they play “The Line” and “Brian and Robert” as an encore.

Love to all!