I still enjoy their music quite a bit. There are hits and misses, whether it's 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 47.0, it doesn't really matter. The beauty of Phish is that there are so many songs (and versions of songs) that you don't have to feel obliged to love every one.

Personally I love a 90's Reba or '03/04 Jibboo, but if you got on board later and dig Joy and Big Boat (like my wife), you are a phan as well.

As for criticism, that's what these forums are for. We can disagree with each other while respecting different opinions, or even worldviews.

Looking forward to Friday's show in Chi-town...