Eleven Years Ago Today…
Eleven years ago today was my very first Phish concert.
Throughout the years, my music preferences are always fluctuating. As far away as the majority of my musical tastes have shifted away from Phish, they have always held a place in my heart. With that said, I vividly remember my first show.
I was a junior at Eastern illinois University and along with some friends, we hit the road and headed an hour north towards the University of Illinois. It was a brisk fall day (have I told you that I love fall before? :)) and I remember the sights, smells and energy within the parking lot of Assembly Hall like it was yesterday. We finally got in, the lights dimmed and a truly memorable concert experience was now forever etched into my brain.
To commemorate this anniversary, let me share with you the version of “Possum” that they performed at my first show on October 22nd, 1995. This has to be one of my favorite versions ever. There is some CRAZY tension/release in this version.
Even if you’re not a Phish fan, this is a really good example of Phish doing what they do did best…
Download it here -> Possum - 1995.10.22 - Assembly Hall - Champaign, IL
