Debut 1999-06-30 · Last played 2026-07-19 · 170 performances
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Median Gap, Last 10 Years10 Yr
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Median Gap, All-Time
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Longest Gap
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Current Gap
Best version2003-02-28VenueNassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, UniondaleScore88Hear itListen · Details
2025-04-18FriClimate Pledge ArenaSeattle, WAHighly rated 84 · ListenJam chart> from "Theme". Where Trey might typically take his soaring solo, the song takes a much more subdued direction, indicating this isn't going to be the standard "BOTT" fare. Rollicking and upbeat one minute, spacey and searching the next. Things build from there into a fiery crescendo of a peak before returning to the song proper to close things out.Before / afterTheme from the Bottom >If I CouldGap3SET 1
Jam chartTrey focuses on rhytmic riffs at the outset and then picks up the pace of his leads, but instead of building to a full crescendo, the jam relaxes into a warm current that recedes into -> "MFMF".
Before / afterThe Moma Dance-> My Friend, My FriendGap3SET 1
2022-12-29ThuMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterLonely Trip> Character ZeroGap5SET 2
2022-09-01ThuDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterAxilla (Part II) >> Theme from the BottomGap2SET 1
2022-08-13SatAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIBefore / afterLeaves ->TasteGap5SET 1
2022-08-05FriAtlantic City BeachAtlantic City, NJBefore / afterTheme from the Bottom >Sigma OasisGap3SET 1
2022-07-31SunMerriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MDBefore / afterSparkle >MullGap12SET 1
2022-07-14ThuXfinity CenterMansfield, MABefore / afterMountains in the Mist> Ruby WavesGap4SET 1
2021-10-17SunChase CenterSan Francisco, CARated 78 · ListenJam chartAll four musicians contribute to one of the finest versions in the nation. Featuring far more than "extra mustard," although there's that, too, Trey's typically great 21 play leads to a passage of extended improvisation, a deeply textured jam that plays off a false peak to inform an incendiary conclusion.Before / afterMy Soul >MazeGap8SET 1
2021-08-15SunAtlantic City BeachAtlantic City, NJBefore / afterRoggae >You Enjoy MyselfGap6SET 1
2021-08-07SatRuoff Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterThe Moma DanceArmy of OneGap6SET 1
2021-07-30FriOak Mountain AmphitheatrePelham, ALRated 77 · ListenJam chartWhile Trey always seems at ease playing "BOTT," the first of several Summer 21 fire versions may be the finest, featuring deft and nimble musicianship that carries over into other Phish classics like "Foam" and "Fluffhead." Page's impossibly fun work on the Wurlitzer makes recommending this jam a no-brainer.Before / afterSigma OasisDirtGap2SET 1
3.081 shows2009–2020
2020-02-23SunMoon PalaceCancun, Quintana RooJam chart-> from "Undermind." The end of the song proper features a heavy dosage of"Simple" teases which give way to some stellar, driving play from Fish. The upbeat jam takes an ambient turn, featuring some growling effects by Trey and eventually > into "Passing Through."Before / afterUndermind ->> Passing ThroughGap6SET 2
Jam chartInstead of the typical, crescendo-oriented jam, here the band breaks into an atypical major mode jam, providing a warm and more relaxing sentiment.
2019-07-13SatAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIRated 73 · ListenJam chartThe jam begins predictably enough, with quieter straightforward playing. But the locomotive on this train really builds up a head of stream, and by 6:00, it is rolling down the tracks and continuing to pick up speed, before finally easing the passengers safely into the station.Before / afterGolden Age >Harry HoodGap4SET 2
2017-12-28ThuMadison Square GardenNew York, NYRated 78 · ListenJam chartCool, slight spacey sounds and effects are intermixed within the conventional jam structure, giving this version a decidedly altered tone. Page's return to the baby grand initiates a rousing finish to a solid performance.Before / afterBouncing Around the RoomYour Pet CatGap1SET 1
2017-07-23SunMadison Square GardenNew York, NYRated 76 · ListenJam chartSuper summertime version finds Trey channeling some sunshine to warm the Garden. Following a great groove - which slowly builds to gain serious traction - "Streets of Cairo" teasing functions as a change of sorts, with Trey skipping through a sweet little set of notes before shaping his tone and taking what amounts to a second solo. Bright and shimmering, this soon yields to a "simple," yet euphoric, release.Before / afterYour Pet Cat >How Many People Are YouGap11SET 1
2016-12-31SatMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterKill Devil Falls >> My SoulGap11SET 1
2016-10-21FriVerizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore ParkAlpharetta, GARated 78 · ListenJam chart> from "AC/DC Bag," the band is quick to capitalize upon the vibe, and creates a soupy, "southern" groove. Page keeps everyone on point; Mike and Fish provide great break back beats; and Trey shows considerable patience and restraint, bending notes and shaping his tone, his soloing adding extra swagger to the strong, straightforward play which drives this version to a close.Before / afterAC/DC Bag >Blaze OnGap3SET 1
2012-08-19SunBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CARated 73 · Listen
Jam chartAlthough similar to the '10 and '11 versions here, there's some nice dynamic modulation that makes this jam interesting and just a little different.
Before / afterNICU >Gotta JibbooGap6SET 1
2012-07-06FriSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NYBefore / afterHeavy ThingsFunky BitchGap3SET 1
2012-07-01SunAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIBefore / afterGhost ->> FarmhouseGap3SET 2
2012-06-28ThuKlipsch Music CenterNoblesville, INRated 79 · ListenJam chartNice departure from the crescendo oriented "BOTTs" of '10 - '11. This jam begins in "plinko" mode, modulates to a great Page-led section (very unusual for "BOTT"), and ends unfinished with some dissonant space. -> to "HYHU."Before / afterMcGrupp and the Watchful Hosemasters >-> Hold Your Head UpGap5SET 2
2011-09-04SunDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, CORated 74 · Listen
Jam chartLike other strong recent versions, has the energy building jam much like "Possum" does. Version also includes a "Sneakin' Sally" tease and has a unique ending.
Before / afterMaze> RiftGap5SET 1
2011-08-15MonUIC Pavilion, University of IllinoisChicago, ILBefore / after> RiftGap4SET 1
Jam chartThe surprise "Type II" jamming vehicle from a stellar second set of the '09 NYE run. This train leaves the station at about 6:15 for 11 minutes of quality, wide-ranging exploration. > to "Velvet Sea."
Before / afterLifeboy> Wading in the Velvet SeaGap5SET 2
2009-03-07SatHampton ColiseumHampton, VARated 74 · ListenJam chartFirst "BOTT" of 3.0 sets a good precedent, although it would be surpassed by a number of subsequent versions (see below). Really, the band is playing "BOTT" better in 3.0 than previously, with the notable exception of 2/28/03.Before / after> Runaway JimGap10SET 1
2.06 shows2003–2004
2004-06-24ThuVerizon Wireless Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterCities ->VulturesGap8SET 1
2000-06-27TueNBC Television Studios, Studio 6ANew York, NYGapNot a showSET 1
2000-06-23FriLakewood AmphitheatreAtlanta, GABefore / afterHeavy Things> David BowieGap2SET 1
2000-06-16FriZeppSuminoe Ward, OsakaBefore / afterLimb By Limb> Sample in a JarGap2SET 1
2000-06-14WedDrum LogosChuo Ward, FukuokaHighly rated 87 · ListenJam chartWith a rolling, funky groove that stays close to the standard structure, this is the first truly jammed-out version that sets up nicely for a 35 minute "Twist." Lots of improvisation within a narrow groove.Before / afterTwistGap2SET 2
2000-06-11SunHibiya Outdoor TheatreChiyoda City, TokyoBefore / afterWhen the Circus Comes> Harry HoodGap3SET 2
2000-05-23TueRoseland BallroomNew York, NYBefore / afterWhen the Circus ComesGotta JibbooGap1SET 1
2000-05-22MonRadio City Music HallNew York, NYBefore / afterHeavy ThingsSplit Open and MeltGap2SET 1