It all boils down to this: PHISH has given us some of the most powerful and creative
music that our generation has seen. PHIX is made up of four musicians in Colorado
who have been profoundly inspired by their music, not only as musicians, but as
human beings. Rather than trying to imitate the original (as is typically the
case with tribute bands), Phix attempts, in our own humble way, to recreate the
special energy and spontaneity of a live Phish concert.
Phix is not Phish. Obviously, it would be impossible for a tribute band to
capture the unique, quirky personality of this band that has been so important
to so many people, including ourselves. We do not look like them; we do not
imitate them Vegas-style (although our drummer has been known to wear a mumu
and goggles around the house once in a while). We try to play the songs accurately,
of course (even the hard ones), but most importantly we try to capture the spirit
in which the music is intended, which we believe is for it to sound fresh and
unique every time it is played. Phish's songs are masterfully created with that
in mind--they provide a springboard for improvisation and exploration that can
lead the band into fresh territory night after night. This is true of all great
music, from Beethoven symphonies to Miles Davis standards--the music sounds
fresh every time because there is space for each performer to be individually
creative and expressive within it.
All of us who have experienced Phish know that what lies at the heart of it
all is the incredible amount of energy that is exchanged between the band and
the audience at a live show. And that's the true goal of Phix--to try our best
to recreate that energy so that we can share it with audiences who are clearly
thirsting for it. While we would never claim to be able to truly recreate the
original, we do think we can bring a respectable version of it into intimate
settings for a low price at a time when live Phish shows are no longer available.
Phix has been together for over three years now, and it has been a truly amazing
experience for all of us. We have all become vastly better musicians since the
band started, and we have all shared some powerful musical experiences at our
shows. We want to thank all of the people who have been coming to our shows--we
would not be doing this if it weren't for your support and enthusiasm. And most
of all, we want to thank the guys in Phish for the universe of music that they
have created. It has been a pleasure and a privilege for us to be able to share
in the groove!
