Sneakin' Sally Thru the Alley

Debut 1985-03-08 · Last played 2026-04-30 · 86 performances

Gap — the number of shows the band played between one performance of this song and the one before it.

← → the songs either side, played as separate songs. > and –> are phish.net’s own marks, and mean the band ran them together rather than stopping between them.

Times Played
86
Median Gap, Last 10 Years10 Yr
17.5
Median Gap, All-Time
13
Longest Gap
925

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Eras4.0103.0292.031.044 86 of 86 shows
DateVenueBefore / afterGap

  1. 4.010 shows2021–2026

  2. 2026-04-30ThuSphereLas Vegas, NVGap18SET 2
  3. 2025-09-16TueAmeris Bank AmphitheatreAlpharetta, GAGap7SET 2
  4. 2025-07-23WedForest Hills StadiumForest Hills, NYGap13ENCORE
  5. 2025-07-03ThuFolsom FieldBoulder, CO
    Jam chartA massive extended dance party, Sally here makes a gorgeous racket that does not bother with vocal jams nor swerve from its intended purpose keeping the bodies bumping in Boulder and launching a stadium size celebration capped by peaks that sustain the energy deep into the second set.
    Gap81SET 2
  6. 2023-08-01TueMadison Square GardenNew York, NYGap17SET 2
  7. 2023-04-22SatHollywood BowlHollywood, CA
    Jam chart> from "2001". Eschewing the vocal jam, Sally gets the extended treatment for the first time in years. Mike's play shines through from the beginning as he leads the groove-based jam. The tempo gradually picks up, before > "Back on the Train".
    Gap22SET 2
  8. 2022-08-10WedBudweiser StageToronto, OntarioGap8SET 2
  9. 2022-07-29FriCoastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut CreekRaleigh, NCGap32ENCORE
  10. 2021-10-26TueSanta Barbara BowlSanta Barbara, CAGap22SET 2
  11. 2021-08-08SunRuoff Music CenterNoblesville, INGap15SET 2

  12. 3.029 shows2009–2019

  13. 2019-12-29SunMadison Square GardenNew York, NYGap20SET 2
  14. 2019-07-03WedSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NYGap24SET 2
  15. 2018-11-02FriMGM Grand Garden ArenaLas Vegas, NVGap14SET 2
  16. 2018-09-01SatDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COGap30SET 2
  17. 2017-08-02WedMadison Square GardenNew York, NYGap15SET 2
  18. 2017-01-15SunBarceló Maya BeachRiviera Maya, Quintana RooGap13SET 2
  19. 2016-10-22SatVerizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore ParkAlpharetta, GAGap16SET 2
  20. 2016-07-18MonBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA
    Jam chartThe special nature of this "Sally" unfolds after the vocal jam, and rather than peaking at its conclusion, the jam continues to build, with full-band play informing a perfect blend of rhythm and harmony. Excellent musicianship modulates in intensity, before pulsing, high energy rock cycles up to a euphoric peak.
    Gap29SET 2
  21. 2015-08-16SunMerriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MDGap19SET 2
  22. 2015-01-03SatAmerican Airlines ArenaMiami, FL

    Jam chart-> in from "Light". A minute-long vocal jam pushes into a more upbeat, rocking section led by Trey and Fish, before settling in murkier waters that lead to > Sand.

    Gap16SET 2
  23. 2014-08-31SunDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COGap19SET 2
  24. 2014-07-09WedThe Mann Center for the Performing ArtsPhiladelphia, PAGap13SET 2
  25. 2013-11-01FriBoardwalk HallAtlantic City, NJ

    Jam chartA solid and funkified breakdown jam follows a good vocal jam and includes Trey banter near the ending.

    Gap5ENCORE
  26. 2013-10-25FriDCU CenterWorcester, MAGap15SET 2
  27. 2013-07-27SatGorge AmphitheatreGeorge, WA

    Jam chart-> in from "Light." Although largely "Type I" jamming, this is a solid rocking version with great instrumentation.

    Gap29SET 2
  28. 2012-08-19SunBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA

    Jam chart-> in from "Light." Fish and Mike lay down a great base, and Page and Trey play off this in a spirited upbeat jam. The intensity grows before a segue (->) to a reprise of "Crosseyed And Painless."

    Gap6SET 2
  29. 2012-07-06FriSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NY

    Jam chart> in from "PYITE." A great, rocking, upbeat, and multi-part jam follows the vocal jam. > to "Ghost."

    Gap14SET 2
  30. 2012-06-15FriBader FieldAtlantic City, NJGap4SET 2
  31. 2011-12-31SatMadison Square GardenNew York, NYGap7SET 2
  32. 2011-09-02FriDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COGap5SET 1
  33. 2011-08-10WedLake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at HarveysStateline, NVGap8SET 2
  34. 2011-06-19SunnTelos PavilionPortsmouth, VAGap11SET 2
  35. 2011-06-04SatBlossom Music CenterCuyahoga Falls, OH
    Jam chartFollowing the vocal jam, the band breaks into a funky groove with a very 2011 sound to it (a bit of the staccato or "plinko" funk, somewhat similar to the 12/28/11 "Cities") that eventually gets "Manteca"-esque before dissolving into a spacey jam. > to "Harry Hood," a highly acclaimed combo among fans.
    Gap7SET 2
  36. 2011-01-01SatMadison Square GardenNew York, NYGap14SET 2
  37. 2010-10-16SatNorth Charleston ColiseumNorth Charleston, SCGap9SET 1
  38. 2010-08-14SatAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIGap17SET 2
  39. 2010-06-22TueComcast CenterMansfield, MA
    Jam chartAfter a brief vocal breakdown, the jamming turns to a thick staccato funk groove held down by Mike's super chewy slap bass with Page and Trey adding proto-plinko sprinkles on top and then gets a bit more amped up towards the end and -> "Light".
    Gap13SET 2
  40. 2009-12-05SatJohn Paul Jones ArenaCharlottesville, VAGap22SET 1
  41. 2009-08-07FriGorge AmphitheatreGeorge, WA
    Jam chartFirst 3.0 version is a monster. The most exploratory version to date. At first funky and snappy, it soon stretches beyond anything like "Sally." From there (about 11:00), it quiets into serene, beautiful space, and then regains momentum, reminiscent of the big Albany "Seven Below" that would follow months later. Must-hear.
    Gap26SET 1

  42. 2.03 shows2003–2004

  43. 2004-08-12ThuTweeter Center at the WaterfrontCamden, NJ

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chart> in from "Piper." Similar to 7/17/99, where an easy-going groove picks up steam and energy by the conclusion.

    Gap15SET 2
  44. 2004-04-15ThuThomas & Mack CenterLas Vegas, NV

    NoteVocal jam included rap about Fish's sonic dress.

    Gap17ENCORE
  45. 2003-07-23WedVerizon Wireless Music CenterNoblesville, IN

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartFirst post Hiatus performance. Band breaks into a very rhythmic, though not overly percussive jam coming out of "Sally" proper. Mildly funky, this version has a somewhat dark sentiment, and builds energy near the end.
    Gap31SET 1

  46. 1.044 shows1985–2000

  47. 2000-10-05ThuVerizon Wireless AmphitheaterIrvine, CA

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Gap31SET 1
  48. 2000-06-30FriMeadows Music TheatreHartford, CT

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Gap29SET 1
  49. 1999-12-11SatFirst Union SpectrumPhiladelphia, PA

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Gap17SET 2
  50. 1999-09-28TueOak Mountain AmphitheatrePelham, AL

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartSwirling, funky and laid back jam in this "Sally."

    Gap26SET 1
  51. 1999-07-17SatOswego County AirportVolney, NY

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chart-> in from "Wolfman's Brother." Great relaxed jam emerges from the back end of this "Sally." Gathers energy with Page and Trey adding nicely to a solid Mike/Fish groove. > to "Timber (Jerry)."

    Gap8SET 2
  52. 1999-07-07WedBlockbuster PavilionCharlotte, NC

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartWith a digital delay loop running in the background, Page and Fish crank up a nice rhythmic jam that grows very quiet in the final minutes before dissolving completely.

    Gap28SET 1
  53. 1998-10-31SatThomas & Mack CenterLas Vegas, NV

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartFunky '98-style jam emerges, where Page on clavinet is the star. Rocks along until morphing into some more ambient, serene space, before a fantastic -> to "CDT."

    Gap13SET 1
  54. 1998-08-08SatMerriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MD

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartA really great funky, but low key, jam emerges on the back end of "Sally." -> to "Guyute."

    Gap8SET 1
  55. 1998-07-28TueSandstone AmphitheatreBonner Springs, KS

    Jam chartRocking bridge. A very subtle vocal jam can be heard from 5:33 - 6:55. A great rhythmic, "Manteca"-like jam continues following the (non) vocal jam.

    Gap22SET 1
  56. 1998-04-02ThuNassau Veterans Memorial ColiseumUniondale, NY

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chart-> in from "Wolfman's Brother." A heavy funk groove breaks out following the lyrical section with some great Fishman percussion. Great collective playing as the jam progresses and segues -> into "Frankie Says."
    Gap2SET 2
  57. 1997-12-30TueMadison Square GardenNew York, NY

    NoteNo vocal jam.

    Jam chartFirst performance in 920 shows, opens first set of a highly regarded show. Nice '97 style funk/rock groove follows the lyrical section. A very unhurried, patient feel to this one. -> to "Taste", and is reprised and finished in the 4-part funk-fest encore.
    Gap925SET 1 · 2×
  58. 1989-05-28SunIan McLean's Party, Connie Condon's FarmHebron, NYBefore / afterThe Sloth> Ya MarGap35SET 3
  59. 1989-03-14TueNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterFireAlumni BluesGap60SET 3
  60. 1988-08-03WedFly Me to the Moon SaloonTelluride, COBefore / afterOn Your Way DownColonel Forbin's AscentGap1SET 1
  61. 1988-07-30SatThe RomaTelluride, COBefore / afterPossumHarpuaGap1SET 3
  62. 1988-07-29FriThe RomaTelluride, COBefore / afterWalk AwayThe Curtain WithGap3SET 1
  63. 1988-07-24SunNectar'sBurlington, VT

    Jam chartBridge starts with some great Page, then it's Machine Gun Trey's turn. Very good interplay between the two. Another long and excellent vocal jam.

    Before / afterFly Famous MockingbirdMike's SongGap2SET 1
  64. 1988-07-12TueSam's TavernBurlington, VT

    Jam chartExtended bridge with some great Page/Trey interplay. Long vocal jam is "YEM"-like, it gets way beyond "Sally." Must-hear, it's crazy.

    Before / afterThe LizardsGood Times Bad TimesGap6SET 1
  65. 1988-06-24FriHalverson'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterFeeYou Enjoy MyselfGap3SET 1
  66. 1988-06-20MonNectar'sBurlington, VT

    Jam chartHigh power bridge with some great Trey. Long vocal jam with more animal-like screams, howls and other weird sounds.

    Before / afterTelaGap7SET 3
  67. 1988-05-24TueNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterGolgi ApparatusSuzy GreenbergGap2SET 1
  68. 1988-05-22SunNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterFunky BitchAlumni BluesGap1SET 1
  69. 1988-05-15SunBeecher Hill FarmHinesburg, VTBefore / afterThe LizardsAC/DC BagGap19SET 1
  70. 1988-03-21MonNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterMcGrupp and the Watchful HosemastersDivided SkyGap3SET 1
  71. 1988-03-11FriThe Base Lodge, Stearns Hall, Johnson State CollegeJohnson, VT

    NoteBobby Brown on harmonica.

    Before / afterFunky BitchTake the 'A' TrainGap3SET 1
  72. 1988-02-24WedGallagher'sWaitsfield, VT

    NoteJohn Carlton on drums and Fish on trombone.

    Jam chartJohn Carlton on drums and Fishman on trombone. Fish is actually pretty damned good! Awesome vocal jam. Check it out!

    Before / afterMustang SallySanityGap6SET 2
  73. 1988-01-27WedGallagher'sWaitsfield, VTBefore / afterJesus Just Left ChicagoAlumni BluesGap4SET 1
  74. 1987-11-19ThuHunt'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterYou Enjoy MyselfHarry HoodGap5SET 1
  75. 1987-10-31SatSculpture Room, Goddard CollegePlainfield, VTBefore / afterWhipping Post-> Back Porch Boogie BluesGap8SET 1
  76. 1987-09-21MonNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterRocky TopFeeGap5SET 3
  77. 1987-09-02WedHunt'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterFluffheadDivided SkyGap1SET 1
  78. 1987-08-29SatThe RanchSouth Burlington, VT

    Jam chartGreat, rocking version with an extended vocal jam that includes crazy, animal-like screaming.

    Before / afterThe Ballad of Curtis LoewMakisupa PolicemanGap4SET 1
  79. 1987-08-09SunNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterPossumTimber (Jerry the Mule)Gap4SET 1
  80. 1987-05-11MonNectar'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterSlave to the Traffic LightClodGap7SET 1
  81. 1987-03-06FriGoddard CollegePlainfield, VTBefore / afterQuinn the Eskimo (The Mighty Quinn) >Gap2SET 1
  82. 1987-02-13FriJohnson State CollegeJohnson, VTBefore / afterPossumGap4SET 1
  83. 1987-01-21WedHunt'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterSwing Low, Sweet ChariotMakisupa PolicemanGap1SET 2
  84. 1986-12-06SatThe RanchShelburne, VTBefore / afterTush >Prep School HippieGap5SET 3
  85. 1986-10-31FriSculpture Room, Goddard CollegePlainfield, VTBefore / afterMelt the Guns ->Halley's CometGap1SET 1
  86. 1986-10-15WedHunt'sBurlington, VTBefore / afterFluffheadWilsonGap1SET 2
  87. 1986-10-12SunHaybarn Theater, Goddard CollegePlainfield, VTBefore / afterPossumMakisupa PolicemanGap19SET 1
  88. 1985-10-30WedHunt'sBurlington, VT

    Jam chartFirst recorded performance available. Solid version with an excellent vocal jam.

    Before / afterSlave to the Traffic LightI WishGap3SET 1
  89. 1985-09-27FriSlade Hall, University of VermontBurlington, VT

    NoteAudience shook boxes of macaroni and cheese.

    Before / afterT.V. ThemePrep School HippieGap13SET 2
  90. 1985-03-08FriDoolin'sBurlington, VT

    NoteFirst known Phish performance.

    Jam chartDebut. No recording available

    GapDebutSET 1