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Watkins Glen International (Watkins Glen)

Watkins Glen, NY, USA

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Top Rated Shows

Highest rated shows at this venue by Phish.net users:

Date Rating
2015-08-22 1733 votes 4.6319/5
2015-08-21 1076 votes 4.5688/5
2011-07-03 566 votes 4.5583/5
2015-08-23 898 votes 4.5100/5
2015-08-20 239 votes 4.4979/5
2011-07-02 409 votes 4.3985/5
2011-07-01 386 votes 4.3005/5
2011-06-30 98 votes 4.2449/5
2018-08-19 26 votes 2.9615/5
2018-08-18 18 votes 2.7778/5

Top Reviews

Highest-rated reviews from shows at this venue:

2015-08-22 by n00b100 107
Try this declaration on for size: you could argue that, pound for pound, this is one of the greatest shows Phish has played in the modern era, even without having the same all-timer set that some of the other shows in this tour have had. Even if you don't want to put it in that heavy hitter...
2015-08-21 by n00b100 66
Set 1: It's rare for *any* set to be bookended with jams, let alone a Set 1, but that's what we got tonight - a Simple that wanders out of its usual jam into a droning, low-key space to start, and...well, let's hold that thought. The rest of Set 1 features some well-played songs, the magical...
2015-08-22 by Teaser 32
It's been a week since Magnaball began, and I'm now finally starting to really process the whole thing and wanted to unload some thoughts. As Saturday was arguably their greatest overall performance of 3.0 I figured I'd post them here... I've been seeing Phish for 17 years, since 2nd night of...
2015-08-20 by sanitynevercame 29
This is both a review and an appeal for a title change. I arrived at Watkins Glen with my 12-year old son at about 4:30pm as the rain fell heavily and steadily. We found our campsite in the family camping area, but there was no way we were going to set up in the heavy rain. So instead we just sat...
2015-08-23 by makisupaman 28
My feet still haven't hit the ground from this weekend (I am writing this via the free wifi on my flight home), but since most of the input on these shows has come from the couch, I will share some thoughts being there in person. My only other Phish festival was Super Ball, so my opinion might...
2015-08-23 by n00b100 25
Set 1: Mainly distinguished by its second half, with one more Maze from a year of really good Mazes, a Stash that made a very nice diversion into major key (it was longer than I'd remembered it live, actually), one more soaring Reba for a wonderful year for Reba (if, perhaps, not on the...
2015-08-23 by raidcehlalred 24
I wrote about Set I, but for the sake of space, I’ll enter here…. What a great time— Reba: My favorite. Been waiting these past couple days. Back in the first set. Let’s see what happens. The playing really pretty clean, actually (sans that one little spot, I think). And then into...
2015-08-22 by FACTSAREUSELESS 24
I listened to sets 2 & 3 on the bunny and didn't hear the first set at all, so I'll keep my comments brief here and save the space for more complete reviews, but at first blush, having only had a night of sleep to separate me from the experience of this show, I wanted to offer a comment about...
2015-08-22 by Squints 18
I'll first start off by saying this weekend was my first music festival and first Phish show..... Absolutely amazing! I couldn't ask for a better experience. I've been to shows plenty of times before and the biggest difference is how engaged the Phish fans are. I can't help but become...
2015-08-21 by nichobert 17
Farmhouse? Page's house! Nobody's going to mention that Farmhouse other than to say they were mad that the band played it. But if you're ever looking for a nice Farmhouse to play for a friend, I'd put this one right next to the Alpine 2012 version as my favorite ever. Always love when a spot...

Notable Jam Chart Performances

Individual jam chart entries from this venue:

2015-08-23 • What's the Use? (5:26) Set 2 Noteworthy
-> in from "Scents & Subtle Sounds." Dies away to a near hush at the 2 minute mark, then wonderfully explodes back to life. The Kent '94 "Hood" version of "WTU?," and proof that you really can teach an old dog new tricks.
2015-08-22 • Tweezer (17:39) Set 2 Noteworthy
Fierce, punchy version that soars from the get-go, with Trey employing killer effects. The jam then plateaus, and then launches into melodic, major key mode for a while before dissolving into Caspian.
2015-08-22 • Prince Caspian (16:10) Set 2 Noteworthy
The jam that emerges from this "Caspian" at around 6:00 is superb and must-hear Phish. Whether you think of this as a "Tweezer" or "Caspian" jam is a pedestrian concern; just enjoy this band kicking asses in its 33rd year!!
2015-08-22 • Blaze On (16:01) Set 3 Noteworthy
At the 7:45 mark, Trey's chording shifts this top-notch "Blaze On" from straight ahead bopping to deep melodic exploration for five minutes, when suddenly the band flips a switch and begins a psychedelic horror show filled with off-kilter intervals and eerie effects that last until the jam somehow careens swiftly into (and leaves explosive residue on) -> "Possum".
2015-08-21 • Bathtub Gin (22:50) Set 1 Noteworthy
Exceptional version including diverse jam segments. Hard-edged rocking, murky funk, and melodic "hose" all feature in this top-shelf "Gin".
Stunning exploratory "Type II" version. The jam departs "ASIHTOS" at 4:00 and arrives in a desert haze where the band proceeds to lose itself in a mirage-filled dream, wandering deliriously until emerging in heavenly bliss at 7:00. Led by Mike, this serene music patiently morphs into ambient space, and gradually fades to silence with no return to "ASIHTOS."
2011-07-03 • Mound (8:01) Set 1 Noteworthy
Great version which includes an unusual straightforward outro jam.
2015-08-23 • Twist (7:45) Set 2
Though short, this "Twist" isn't lacking in creativity. As @n00b100 points out, the jam almost immediately pulls itself apart, leads to a Trey-Mike duet of sorts, and moves into a Chilling Thrilling Drive-In space that swings into a "My Soul"-esque take on the main riff, before a heavy metal theme morphs into "Immigrant Song" for a moment and segues -> Weekapaug.
2015-08-23 • Stash (12:21) Set 1
Some good and varied playing, in addition to a warming modulation to major mode provide the differentiation that make this version well worth checking out.
The second "Scents and Subtle Sounds" of Summer solidly supports the Sunday show's second set as part of a silky segue sandwich from "DWD" -> to -> "WTU?".
Although the first half of this version is played in a now predictable manner, the second half breaks orbit and heads into the Exosphere, nearly achieving true outer space exploration. Trey's heavy use of effects play a decisive role, as the band seems more intent on jamming this "Martian Monster" than focusing on funk or comic relief. This strong version eventually drones-out, and slides neatly into "DWD."
2015-08-23 • Maze (9:30) Set 1
Trey's comping during Page's solo really adds good tension, then his shortish but intense solo puts this version in the "win" category.
2015-08-22 • Cities (7:22) Set 3
Another strong and typically funky "Cities" -> "Mind Left Body Jam" sandwich.
2015-08-22 • Light (15:57) Set 3
Particularly delicate playing from Trey in the first jam which is broken off by Fish in thunderous fashion. Second jam features calypso rhythms reminiscent of the Augusta version.
-> in from "Cities." Last heard in 1998, 17 years earlier, this throwback recalls great moments throughout the band's history.


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