Theme from the Bottom

Debut 1995-05-16 · Last played 2026-07-11 · 200 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
200
Median Gap, Last 10 Years10 Yr
5
Median Gap, All-Time
4
Longest Gap
32

Best version1997-07-21VenueGTE Virginia Beach Amphitheater, Virginia BeachScore90Hear itListen · Details

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Eras4.0363.0692.061.089 200 of 200 shows
DateVenueBefore / afterGap · mark at median 4

  1. 4.036 shows2021–2026

  2. 2026-07-11SatRuoff Music CenterNoblesville, IN

    NoteUnfinished.

    Before / afterPunch You in the Eye >-> Timber (Jerry the Mule)Gap11SET 1
  3. 2026-04-16ThuSphereLas Vegas, NVBefore / afterFoamRiftGap7SET 1
  4. 2026-01-27TueMoon PalaceCancun, Quintana RooBefore / afterMy SoulGapNot a showSET 1
  5. 2025-12-28SunMadison Square GardenNew York, NYHighly rated 87 · Listen

    NoteUnfinished.

    Jam chartAround 6:45 we shift from "Theme" to a seedy funk groove. From there the band builds into a shimmery strut behind ominous chords from Trey & Page's focus on the Clav. What develops is a very focused and singular theme which will guide the extended cut of "Theme" into easily the longest version played to date. Reminiscent in focus to the extended jams of Natural Information Society. Deep chin stroke groove jamming. Around 21min, Mike helps guide a shift to dreamlike bliss which is quickly overtaken by shards of noise and effects. The jam moves into a final uplifting space before -> "Simple."
    Before / afterGotta Jibboo-> SimpleGap6SET 2
  6. 2025-09-13SatCoca-Cola AmphitheaterBirmingham, ALBefore / afterSample in a JarThe Old Home PlaceGap4SET 1
  7. 2025-07-23WedForest Hills StadiumForest Hills, NYBefore / afterBack on the TrainCitiesGap5SET 1
  8. 2025-07-15TueTD Pavilion at the MannPhiladelphia, PABefore / afterCamel Walk> Prince CaspianGap5SET 1
  9. 2025-07-04FriFolsom FieldBoulder, COBefore / afterBeauty of My DreamsRiftGap6SET 1
  10. 2025-06-20FriSNHU ArenaManchester, NHHighly rated 85 · Listen
    Jam chartMike and Fish maintain an aggressive bounce that provides a foundation for a quasi-psychic back and forth between Trey and Page who exchange shimmering melodies that build toward a peak that takes a brief and gritty detour into more exploratory ground before returning to the more customary close.
    Before / afterWolfman's BrotherThe Old Home PlaceGap7SET 1
  11. 2025-04-18FriClimate Pledge ArenaSeattle, WABefore / afterKill Devil Falls> Back on the TrainGap3SET 1
  12. 2025-01-29WedMoon PalaceCancun, Quintana RooBefore / afterSandFreeGap1SET 1
  13. 2024-12-30MonMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterMazeMoreGap4SET 1
  14. 2024-10-25FriMVP ArenaAlbany, NYHighly rated 81 · Listen
    Jam chart"Theme" has frequently featured on the Jam Chart in recent years (this being the 7th entry since '22), with most versions distinguished by play that goes beyond the traditional format, but here the band delivers big time in a relatively small package with a vibrant, purely "Type I" rendition.
    Before / afterNo Men In No Man's LandSteamGap3SET 1
  15. 2024-08-29ThuDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterLlamaSugar ShackGap1SET 1
  16. 2024-08-17SatThe WoodlandsDover, DEBefore / afterWeekapaug Groove> Blaze OnGap2SET 1
  17. 2024-08-11SunBethel Woods Center for the ArtsBethel, NYBefore / afterFikus> Timber (Jerry the Mule)Gap3SET 1
  18. 2024-08-06TueVan Andel ArenaGrand Rapids, MIBefore / afterTube> StashGap4SET 1
  19. 2024-07-30TueChaifetz Arena, Saint Louis UniversitySt. Louis, MOHighly rated 84 · Listen
    Jam chartExtended take sets sail for "Type 2" waters, and cohesively shifts between melodic effects-based playing, hose-y major key rocking and finally a murky funk-rock section before shifting back to "Theme's" ending to close. Excellent.
    Before / afterEvolveVulturesGap6SET 1
  20. 2024-07-20SatXfinity CenterMansfield, MABefore / after> Back on the TrainGap3SET 1
  21. 2024-04-19FriSphereLas Vegas, NVRated 79 · Listen
    Jam chartComes loaded with extra sauce, a generous dollop of "Dave's Energy Guide", and a schmear of 'type II' flirtation that takes an edgier turn adding some improvisational heft to the otherwise uplifting play we've come to expect from "Theme".
    Before / afterBathtub Gin> Split Open and MeltGap7SET 1
  22. 2023-12-29FriMadison Square GardenNew York, NYHighly rated 80 · Listen
    Jam chartA soaring, muscular version distinguished by bright and conversational interplay is especially notable for the return of Trey's "Deluxe Reverb" which paints the affair with cascades of crystalline peaks, settling eventually into a cloud of sound that uncurls into "Mountains in the Mist".
    Before / afterBack on the Train> Mountains in the MistGap5SET 1
  23. 2023-10-10TueErvin J. Nutter Center, Wright State UniversityDayton, OHBefore / afterThe 9th CubeCool Amber and MercuryGap4SET 1
  24. 2023-09-02SatDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / after> The Mango SongGap8ENCORE
  25. 2023-07-30SunMadison Square GardenNew York, NYHighly rated 81 · Listen
    Jam chartPlayful, sprite, and inventive, this is no deep dive, a la 1997, but rather a reflection of Trey's recent penchant to embrace, then explore, recent goofiness. Whacky vocals, "funky" otherness, Trey, way out front and in full effect, moves through his bag of tricks, offering a version that settles to become quite serious, a take on this classic that's not to be missed.
    Before / afterBathtub Gin> LlamaGap4SET 1
  26. 2023-07-23SunSt. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at LakeviewSyracuse, NYBefore / afterWalk AwayKill Devil FallsGap6SET 1
  27. 2023-07-14FriAmeris Bank AmphitheatreAlpharetta, GABefore / afterKill Devil Falls> No Men In No Man's LandGap7SET 1
  28. 2023-04-17MonWilliam Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, CABefore / afterUndermindGap3SET 1
  29. 2023-02-25SatMoon PalaceCancun, Quintana RooBefore / afterSaw It Again> MazeGap3SET 1
  30. 2022-12-30FriMadison Square GardenNew York, NYHighly rated 85 · Listen
    Jam chartDespite some tuning issues in the composed section, the band ultimately delivers the second massive "Theme" of '22. The usual soaring play giving way around 6 min as Trey shifts to a more rhythmic approach and Page adds some crunch on the clav. The jam, gaining momentum, grows darker propelled by Mike's aggressive lines and Fishman's deft cymbal work as Trey's tone becomes grittier. Page moves back to piano and around 11 min the band modulates to a brighter space with Trey continuing to adjust his sound. Play then turns atmospheric under the influence of Page's synths and Mike's bass effects before > to "Reba".
    Before / afterPebbles and Marbles> RebaGap5SET 1
  31. 2022-09-01ThuDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterBack on the Train >Blaze OnGap3SET 1
  32. 2022-08-10WedBudweiser StageToronto, Ontario
    Jam chartWorkhorse song goes huge, with Trey, just past the five-minute mark, riding rhythm effortlessly offset by an array of notes effects-laden and so "played," in equal measure, by his feet. Wonderful. Page is grand on his piano. Mike's play is deft and sweet. And Fish. On full display, here, that ineffable quality that is a sort of lead drum, a perfect case in point for the man who, if Trey had to lay down money, would pay to see play.
    Before / afterMy Sweet One> WombatGap2SET 1
  33. 2022-08-05FriAtlantic City BeachAtlantic City, NJBefore / afterPlasma> Back on the TrainGap10SET 1
  34. 2022-07-20WedTD Pavilion at the MannPhiladelphia, PABefore / afterKill Devil Falls >> Birds of a FeatherGap6SET 1
  35. 2022-06-03FriRuoff Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterBoogie On Reggae WomanGap31SET 1
  36. 2021-08-31TueShoreline AmphitheatreMountain View, CABefore / afterThe Final Hurrah >Axilla (Part II)Gap6SET 2
  37. 2021-08-11WedHersheypark StadiumHershey, PABefore / after> Birds of a FeatherGap4SET 2
  38. 2021-08-04WedAscend AmphitheaterNashville, TNBefore / afterWater in the Sky> Suzy GreenbergGap16SET 1

  39. 3.069 shows2009–2019

  40. 2019-12-04WedPetersen Events CenterPittsburgh, PABefore / afterSample in a Jar> Funky BitchGap9SET 1
  41. 2019-07-12FriAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIBefore / afterCamel Walk> RiftGap5SET 1
  42. 2019-07-02TueSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NYBefore / afterThe Moma Dance >MeatGap13SET 1
  43. 2019-06-11TueChaifetz Arena, Saint Louis UniversitySt. Louis, MOBefore / afterFree >TubeGap10SET 1
  44. 2018-10-31WedMGM Grand Garden ArenaLas Vegas, NVBefore / afterOcelot >> First TubeGap4SET 1
  45. 2018-10-23TueAscend AmphitheaterNashville, TNBefore / afterCool It Down> Funky BitchGap4SET 1
  46. 2018-10-16TueTimes Union CenterAlbany, NYBefore / afterTube> FreeGap2SET 1
  47. 2018-08-31FriDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterCarini >> MercuryGap3SET 2
  48. 2018-08-08WedBB&T PavilionCamden, NJ

    Jam chartTrey's solo is short and to the point but played with inspiring confidence and results in a strong collective peak.

    Before / afterUndermind> My Sweet OneGap4SET 1
  49. 2018-07-31TueAustin360 AmphitheaterDel Valle, TXBefore / afterHeavy ThingsBrian and RobertGap7SET 1
  50. 2018-07-18WedLake Tahoe Outdoor Arena at HarveysStateline, NVBefore / afterMy Sweet One> Bathtub GinGap4SET 1
  51. 2017-12-28ThuMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterWaking Up Dead >Gap2SET 1
  52. 2017-09-01FriDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, CORated 76 · Listen
    Jam chartFluid jam, with Trey running through an airy, lilting line, his play accented by colorful fills from Page. After shaping his tone and working the version to a peak, Trey > for a fresh "Free", further toying with his effects, and working his Korg Kaoss Pad a bit like an instrument. Cool combo.
    Before / afterBreath and Burning> FreeGap10SET 1
  53. 2017-07-23SunMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterGlide> It's IceGap6SET 1
  54. 2017-07-14FriHuntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly IslandChicago, ILBefore / afterNellie Kane >> Blaze OnGap2SET 1
  55. 2017-01-13FriBarceló Maya BeachRiviera Maya, Quintana RooBefore / afterSand> Funky BitchGap2SET 1
  56. 2016-12-29ThuMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterBeauty of a Broken Heart> Split Open and MeltGap2SET 1
  57. 2016-10-30SunMGM Grand Garden ArenaLas Vegas, NVBefore / afterStash> Suzy GreenbergGap6SET 1
  58. 2016-10-19WedAscend AmphitheaterNashville, TNBefore / afterCamel WalkGap5SET 1
  59. 2016-09-03SatDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterTwist >> Also Sprach ZarathustraGap6SET 2
  60. 2016-07-19TueBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CABefore / afterBreath and Burning> CitiesGap7SET 1
  61. 2016-07-03SunSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NYBefore / afterAxilla >> Harry HoodGap4SET 2
  62. 2016-06-26SunKlipsch Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterSaw It Again >> First TubeGap5SET 1
  63. 2016-01-15FriBarceló Maya BeachRiviera Maya, Quintana RooBefore / afterThe Wedge> FreeGap1SET 1
  64. 2016-01-01FriMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterHalfway to the Moon >> LightGap5SET 2
  65. 2015-08-23SunWatkins Glen InternationalWatkins Glen, NYBefore / afterWaiting All Night >> MazeGap13SET 1
  66. 2015-08-01SatAaron's Amphitheatre at LakewoodAtlanta, GABefore / afterHeavy Things> Run Like an AntelopeGap6SET 1
  67. 2015-07-21TueLes Schwab AmphitheaterBend, ORGap3ENCORE
  68. 2014-12-31WedAmerican Airlines ArenaMiami, FL

    Jam chartA fresh and varied take on the typical "Theme" jam leads into a stop-start section that turns percussive before "The Birds" stylings lead the attack with a smooth -> Cities.

    Before / afterGhost >-> CitiesGap0SET 2
  69. 2014-11-02SunMGM Grand Garden ArenaLas Vegas, NVBefore / afterPiper >> WombatGap2SET 2
  70. 2014-10-29WedBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CABefore / afterDown with Disease >> Split Open and MeltGap4SET 2
  71. 2014-10-22WedSanta Barbara BowlSanta Barbara, CA
    Jam chartA typically fluid "Theme" jam takes a turn from the bottom to the side with an "Echoes"-like (Pink Floyd) jam, replete with Gilmour licks, before sliding and modulating seamlessly -> Steam.
    Before / afterDrowned >-> SteamGap8SET 2
  72. 2014-08-01FriAmphitheater at the WharfOrange Beach, ALBefore / afterDown with Disease >> TweezerGap5SET 2
  73. 2014-07-20SunFirstMerit Bank Pavilion at Northerly IslandChicago, ILBefore / afterWinterqueen >> Mike's SongGap3SET 2
  74. 2014-07-15TueCMAC Performing Arts CenterCanandaigua, NYBefore / afterGotta Jibboo >> MeatstickGap6SET 2
  75. 2014-07-04FriSaratoga Performing Arts CenterSaratoga Springs, NYBefore / afterLight >Backwards Down the Number LineGap8SET 2
  76. 2013-11-02SatBoardwalk HallAtlantic City, NJHighly rated 89 · Listen
    Jam chartAs a standard "Theme" jam draws to a close, it morphs into a jam on the "Theme From Shaft" with amusing banter from Trey and Fish. Some good funky jamming follows the banter before returning to "Theme" to end.
    Before / after46 DaysYarmouth RoadGap4SET 1
  77. 2013-10-26SatDCU CenterWorcester, MABefore / afterSand >> Mike's SongGap4SET 2
  78. 2013-10-19SatHampton ColiseumHampton, VABefore / afterBoogie On Reggae Woman >> The WedgeGap3SET 2
  79. 2013-08-30FriDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterHeavy Things> EstherGap3SET 1
  80. 2013-08-02FriBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA

    Jam chartBy mixing up the melody of the jam more than in the past, the band is creating more interesting versions in less time. Nice!

    Before / afterSeven Below >> Harry HoodGap6SET 2
  81. 2013-07-20SatFirstMerit Bank Pavilion at Northerly IslandChicago, ILBefore / afterMike's Song >-> Weekapaug GrooveGap6SET 2
  82. 2013-07-10WedPNC Bank Arts CenterHolmdel, NJBefore / afterStealing Time From the Faulty Plan> Suzy GreenbergGap3SET 1
  83. 2013-07-03WedDarling's Waterfront PavilionBangor, MEHighly rated 88 · Listen

    Jam chartA clean bridge!!! The jam that follows is melodic, varied, and interesting. Trey makes good use of the "allotted" jam space.

    Before / afterRift> Chalk Dust TortureGap3SET 1
  84. 2012-12-28FriMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterTwist >-> FluffheadGap1SET 2
  85. 2012-09-01SatDick's Sporting Goods ParkCommerce City, COBefore / afterWhen the Circus Comes> Golgi ApparatusGap7SET 1
  86. 2012-08-19SunBill Graham Civic AuditoriumSan Francisco, CA

    Jam chart"Theme" is one of those songs where the jam can be repetitive and pointless, or it can be inspired, rousing and melodic. Nice to see Trey opt for the latter in this 3.0 standout version.

    Before / afterCrosseyed and Painless >> Rocky TopGap18SET 2
  87. 2012-06-16SatBader FieldAtlantic City, NJBefore / afterLight >> Golgi ApparatusGap2SET 2
  88. 2012-06-08FriDCU CenterWorcester, MABefore / afterRoses Are Free >> AxillaGap1SET 1
  89. 2011-12-31SatMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterGolden Age >Heavy ThingsGap3SET 2
  90. 2011-09-14WedChamplain Valley ExpositionEssex Junction, VTBefore / afterBackwards Down the Number Line> Suzy GreenbergGap4SET 2
  91. 2011-08-16TueUIC Pavilion, University of IllinoisChicago, ILBefore / afterBackwards Down the Number Line >> Golden AgeGap18SET 2
  92. 2011-06-08WedDarien Lake Performing Arts CenterDarien Center, NYBefore / afterWhat's the Use? >> Backwards Down the Number LineGap7SET 2
  93. 2011-05-28SatBethel Woods Center for the ArtsBethel, NYBefore / afterNICUGap3SET 1
  94. 2010-12-30ThuMadison Square GardenNew York, NYBefore / afterLight >-> My Friend, My FriendGap4SET 2
  95. 2010-10-29FriBoardwalk HallAtlantic City, NJBefore / afterPiper >> Golgi ApparatusGap4SET 2
  96. 2010-10-20WedUtica Memorial AuditoriumUtica, NYBefore / afterSand >AxillaGap3SET 2
  97. 2010-10-12Tue1stBank CenterBroomfield, COBefore / afterLight >-> FreeGap5SET 2
  98. 2010-08-15SunAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIBefore / afterGhost >> Big Black Furry Creature from MarsGap5SET 2
  99. 2010-08-07SatWilliam Randolph Hearst Greek Theatre, University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, CABefore / afterHarry Hood >Also Sprach ZarathustraGap14SET 2
  100. 2010-06-18FriThe Comcast TheatreHartford, CTBefore / afterTweezer >> Harry HoodGap1SET 2
  101. 2010-06-15TuenTelos PavilionPortsmouth, VABefore / afterTaste> A Day in the LifeGap3SET 2
  102. 2009-12-31ThuAmerican Airlines ArenaMiami, FLBefore / afterSimple >Shine a LightGap12SET 2
  103. 2009-11-22SunWar Memorial at OncenterSyracuse, NYBefore / afterTube> MazeGap3SET 2
  104. 2009-11-01SunEmpire Polo ClubIndio, CABefore / afterLimb By Limb> Mike's SongGap6SET 3
  105. 2009-08-11TueToyota ParkBridgeview, ILBefore / afterGotta JibbooWilsonGap15SET 2
  106. 2009-06-09TueAsheville Civic CenterAsheville, NCBefore / afterAlaskaGolgi ApparatusGap2SET 2
  107. 2009-06-05FriNikon at Jones Beach TheaterWantagh, NYBefore / afterYa MarBoogie On Reggae WomanGap5SET 1
  108. 2009-03-06FriHampton ColiseumHampton, VABefore / afterPossumFirst TubeGap4SET 2

  109. 2.06 shows2003–2004

  110. 2004-08-10TueTweeter CenterMansfield, MABefore / afterWolfman's BrotherBirds of a FeatherGap16SET 1
  111. 2003-12-28SunAmerican Airlines ArenaMiami, FLRated 77 · Listen

    Jam chart> in from a jammed out "Suzy G." The boys rock this one pretty hard, but it's different, well played, and interesting.

    Before / afterJam >Water in the SkyGap12SET 2
  112. 2003-07-23WedVerizon Wireless Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterScents and Subtle Sounds >RiftGap5SET 1
  113. 2003-07-15TueUSANA AmphitheatreWest Valley City, UTBefore / afterYa MarSaw It AgainGap9SET 1
  114. 2003-02-25TueFirst Union SpectrumPhiladelphia, PAHighly rated 84 · Listen

    NoteUnfinished.

    Jam chartJam begins conventionally until 8:40, when it abruptly shifts into a great, rocking groove. Mode shift again at 11:35 when the jam takes on a bluesy and somewhat funky vibe, which continues for about a minute until the ending section suddenly appears. Great little groove tacked on the end as well, with a > to "Runaway Jim."
    Before / afterCities> Runaway JimGap9SET 2
  115. 2003-01-03FriHampton ColiseumHampton, VABefore / afterTweezer >FoamGap16SET 1

  116. 1.089 shows1995–2000

  117. 2000-09-17SunMerriweather Post PavilionColumbia, MDHighly rated 80 · Listen
    Jam chart> in from "R&R." At about 8:45, shifts away from "Theme" proper into Mike led, low key, pulsing groove. Some nice, subtle Page and Trey fills in this jam. All of a sudden, Fish and Mike shift gears with a great -> to "Dog Log."
    Before / afterRock and Roll >-> Dog LogGap10SET 2
  118. 2000-07-11TueDeer Creek Music CenterNoblesville, INBefore / afterChalk Dust Torture> CavernGap5SET 1
  119. 2000-07-03MonE CentreCamden, NJ

    Jam chartBeautifully played version that has that unique '00 dreamy feel to it. > to "Sand."

    Before / afterGlide> SandGap8SET 2
  120. 2000-06-16FriZeppSuminoe Ward, Osaka
    Jam chart-> in from "Runaway Jim." The jam has a very relaxed feel to it and some typical '00 sounds from Trey. At about 7:30, a droning, Fish and Gordon section begins. Trey adds some high pitched effects, and at 11:25, Page plays the chords signaling the impending conclusion. A gradual cycle down leads to a -> to "Dog Faced Boy."
    Before / afterRunaway Jim ->-> Dog Faced BoyGap19SET 2
  121. 1999-12-13MonProvidence Civic CenterProvidence, RIBefore / afterPiper >Gap17SET 1
  122. 1999-09-29WedPyramid ArenaMemphis, TNBefore / afterI Can't Turn You Loose> Tweezer RepriseGap5SET 1
  123. 1999-09-21TuePima County FairgroundsTucson, AZBefore / afterBirds of a FeatherGolgi ApparatusGap5SET 1
  124. 1999-09-12SunPortland MeadowsPortland, ORGap7ENCORE
  125. 1999-07-26MonDeer Creek Music CenterNoblesville, INHighly rated 82 · Listen

    Jam chartSoaring, but essentially a straightforward version has an elongated concluding section with a > to "DwD."

    Before / afterPiper> Down with DiseaseGap8SET 2
  126. 1999-07-15ThuPNC Bank Arts CenterHolmdel, NJBefore / afterAxilla >I Didn't KnowGap14SET 1
  127. 1998-11-29SunWorcester Centrum CentreWorcester, MA

    Jam chartVery fine soloing by Trey and great interplay with Page on this solid, straightforward version.

    Before / afterAxilla >SparkleGap11SET 1
  128. 1998-11-11WedVan Andel ArenaGrand Rapids, MIRated 76 · Listen

    Jam chartThe sentiment shifts from blissful elation to hard edged rocker in this strong, well played "Type I" version.

    Before / afterBirds of a FeatherJuliusGap32SET 1
  129. 1998-07-20MonVentura County FairgroundsVentura, CABefore / afterBirds of a FeatherWater in the SkyGap5SET 1
  130. 1998-07-09ThuZelesteBarcelona, CataloniaBefore / afterDrowned ->When the Circus ComesGap4SET 2
  131. 1998-07-02ThuThe Grey HallCopenhagen, Capital RegionBefore / afterCars Trucks BusesBrian and RobertGap2SET 1
  132. 1998-04-05SunProvidence Civic CenterProvidence, RIBefore / afterYou Enjoy Myself> McGrupp and the Watchful HosemastersGap5SET 1
  133. 1997-12-29MonMadison Square GardenNew York, NYHighly rated 81 · Listen

    Jam chartBlistering, high octane version with nice concluding transition space and a > to "Fluffhead."

    Before / afterTrain Song> FluffheadGap1SET 1
  134. 1997-12-13SatPepsi ArenaAlbany, NYBefore / afterAxilla >Ginseng SullivanGap3SET 1
  135. 1997-12-07SunErvin J. Nutter Center, Wright State UniversityDayton, OHHighly rated 87 · Listen

    Jam chartPrecise and coordinated modulation between major and minor modes by Trey, Page and Mike give this excellent version a subtle sense of tension and release.

    Before / afterIt's Ice >TubeGap6SET 1
  136. 1997-11-28FriWorcester Centrum CentreWorcester, MABefore / afterBlack-Eyed Katy> Rocky TopGap1SET 1
  137. 1997-11-23SunLawrence Joel Veterans Memorial ColiseumWinston-Salem, NC

    Jam chartGreat, tight playing by all. Page adds some unusual horn-like effects as well as some descending piano progressions towards the end. > to "Black-Eyed Katy."

    Before / afterMy Soul> Black-Eyed KatyGap2SET 1
  138. 1997-11-19WedAssembly Hall, University of IllinoisChampaign, ILBefore / afterFunky BitchGinseng SullivanGap3SET 1
  139. 1997-11-13ThuThomas & Mack CenterLas Vegas, NVBefore / afterBlack-Eyed KatyTrain SongGap1SET 1
  140. 1997-08-16SatLoring Commerce CentreLimestone, MERated 77 · Listen

    Jam chartThe band covers a lot of varied musical territory in this "Type I" version that includes a "What's The Use" tease.

    Before / afterChalk Dust Torture> Punch You in the EyeGap1SET 1
  141. 1997-08-13WedStar Lake AmphitheatreBurgettstown, PAGap2ENCORE
  142. 1997-08-09SatAlpine Valley Music TheatreEast Troy, WIRated 78 · Listen

    Jam chartVery strong group interplay, between Trey and Page in particular, but also between Mike and Fish, gives this version a sound and dynamic almost like "Taste" or "Limb By Limb."

    Before / afterPunch You in the EyeGap3SET 1
  143. 1997-08-02SatGorge AmphitheatreGeorge, WABefore / afterGinseng SullivanGap2SET 1
  144. 1997-07-29TueDesert Sky PavilionPhoenix, AZBefore / afterBeauty of My DreamsGap1SET 1
  145. 1997-07-25FriStarplex AmphitheatreDallas, TX

    NoteBob Gullotti on a second drum set.

    Gap2ENCORE
  146. 1997-07-21MonGTE Virginia Beach AmphitheaterVirginia Beach, VAHighly rated 90 · Listen
    Jam chartAt 7:10, the jam veers into a nice funky groove. Then at 8:30 LeRoi Moore pipes in on the saxophone. He plays a tease from the "Theme To Woody Woodpecker" and then he and the band embark on a funky, jazzy exploration. Page switches keyboards several times and the jam grows weird, dissonant and chaotic towards the end.
    Before / afterWading in the Velvet Sea-> JamGap4SET 2
  147. 1997-07-05SatPiazza RisorgimentoComo, LombardyBefore / afterSample in a JarPrince CaspianGap0SET 1
  148. 1997-07-03ThuSerenadenhofNüremberg, BavariaBefore / afterTrain SongRocky TopGap2SET 1
  149. 1997-06-29SunRoskilde FestivalRoskilde, Region ZealandBefore / afterChalk Dust TortureCharacter ZeroGap1SET 1
  150. 1997-06-25WedL’AeronefLille, Hauts-de-FranceBefore / afterThe Old Home PlaceWading in the Velvet SeaGap1SET 1
  151. 1997-06-22SunLoreleySt. Goarshausen, Rhineland-PalatinateBefore / afterCharacter Zero >Hello My BabyGap0SET 1
  152. 1997-06-21SatHurricane FestivalScheeßel, Lower SaxonyBefore / afterDogs Stole ThingsSwept AwayGap1SET 1
  153. 1997-06-19ThuArena WienVienna, ViennaBefore / afterDogs Stole Things> Punch You in the EyeGap0SET 1
  154. 1997-06-16MonRoyal Albert HallLondon, EnglandBefore / afterBeauty of My DreamsChalk Dust TortureGap1SET 1
  155. 1997-06-13FriThe S.F.X. CentreDublin, County DublinBefore / afterDogs Stole ThingsGap2SET 1
  156. 1997-03-01SatMarkthalleHamburg, HamburgBefore / afterBilly BreathesGap1SET 2
  157. 1997-02-26WedLonghornStuttgart, Baden-WürttembergBefore / afterKung ->> Scent of a MuleGap2SET 2
  158. 1997-02-22SatTeatro OlimpicoRome, LazioBefore / afterFunky Bitch> NICUGap4SET 1
  159. 1997-02-16SunAlter WartesaalCologne, NRWBefore / after> Johnny B. GoodeGap3ENCORE
  160. 1996-12-30MonFleetCenterBoston, MABefore / afterFunky Bitch> Good Times Bad TimesGap4SET 1
  161. 1996-12-02MonAmerica West ArenaPhoenix, AZBefore / afterI Didn't KnowGumboGap3SET 1
  162. 1996-11-27WedKey ArenaSeattle, WA

    Jam chart-> in from "Free." The jam takes a very different and interesting direction than most before getting back to "Theme."

    Before / afterFree >Bold As LoveGap2SET 1
  163. 1996-11-22FriSpokane ArenaSpokane, WABefore / afterCharacter ZeroSlave to the Traffic LightGap0SET 2
  164. 1996-11-19TueMunicipal AuditoriumKansas City, MOBefore / afterFoamMoundGap4SET 1
  165. 1996-11-13WedTarget CenterMinneapolis, MNBefore / afterYou Enjoy MyselfGolgi ApparatusGap0SET 2
  166. 1996-11-11MonVan Andel ArenaGrand Rapids, MIBefore / afterBrotherAxillaGap1SET 1
  167. 1996-11-08FriAssembly Hall, University of IllinoisChampaign, ILGap2ENCORE
  168. 1996-11-03SunO'Connell Center, University of FloridaGainesville, FL

    NoteKarl Perazzo on percussion.

    Before / afterSample in a JarBouncing Around the RoomGap4SET 1
  169. 1996-10-26SatCharlotte ColiseumCharlotte, NCBefore / afterIt's IceSample in a JarGap1SET 1
  170. 1996-10-23WedHartford Civic CenterHartford, CTBefore / afterRift> Run Like an AntelopeGap4SET 1
  171. 1996-10-17ThuBryce Jordan Center, Penn State UniversityState College, PABefore / afterTweezer >TalkGap3SET 1
  172. 1996-08-14WedHersheypark StadiumHershey, PABefore / afterTweezer> Hold Your Head UpGap4SET 2
  173. 1996-08-06TueRed Rocks AmphitheatreMorrison, COBefore / afterSimple> The LizardsGap2SET 1
  174. 1996-08-02FriWolf Mountain AmphitheatrePark City, UTBefore / afterFoamGolgi ApparatusGap2SET 1
  175. 1996-07-23TueMarkthalleHamburg, HamburgBefore / afterFoamGumboGap1SET 1
  176. 1996-07-21SunThe ForumNüremberg, BavariaBefore / afterLlama> RebaGap5SET 2
  177. 1996-07-12FriMelkwegAmsterdam, North HollandBefore / afterTasteTweezerGap2SET 1
  178. 1996-07-09TueCentre InternationalDeauville, NormandyBefore / after> Poor HeartGap4SET 1
  179. 1996-06-06ThuJoyous LakeWoodstock, NYBefore / afterFunky BitchBig Black Furry Creature from MarsGap4SET 1
  180. 1995-12-28ThuWorcester Centrum CentreWorcester, MA

    Jam chartRocking, tension-filled version with a psychedelic edginess to it, including a dissonant ending.

    Before / afterTimber (Jerry the Mule) >> WilsonGap6SET 2
  181. 1995-12-09SatKnickerbocker ArenaAlbany, NYBefore / afterMaze> NICUGap2SET 1
  182. 1995-12-05TueMullins Center, University of MassachusettsAmherst, MABefore / afterSweet AdelineGap2ENCORE
  183. 1995-12-01FriHersheypark ArenaHershey, PABefore / afterDown with Disease >Poor HeartGap1SET 1
  184. 1995-11-29WedMunicipal AuditoriumNashville, TNBefore / afterIt's Ice >Acoustic ArmyGap2SET 1
  185. 1995-11-24FriCivic ArenaPittsburgh, PABefore / afterChalk Dust Torture> RebaGap2SET 2
  186. 1995-11-19SunCharlotte ColiseumCharlotte, NCBefore / after> Also Sprach ZarathustraGap2SET 2
  187. 1995-11-15WedSun Dome, University of South FloridaTampa, FLBefore / afterWilson >> Scent of a MuleGap4SET 2
  188. 1995-11-09ThuThe Fox TheatreAtlanta, GAHighly rated 80 · Listen

    Jam chartSome powerful playing by Trey early in the jam. Unusual and intense ending.

    Before / afterJuliusGap2SET 2
  189. 1995-10-28SatThe Palace of Auburn HillsAuburn Hills, MIBefore / afterMaze> Scent of a MuleGap2SET 2
  190. 1995-10-24TueDane County ColiseumMadison, WI

    Jam chartStrong "Type I" version is yet one more example of why 1995 was such a stellar year for the band.

    Before / afterJuliusBouncing Around the RoomGap3SET 2
  191. 1995-10-19ThuMunicipal AuditoriumKansas City, MOBefore / afterChalk Dust TortureAcoustic ArmyGap3SET 1
  192. 1995-10-13FriWill Rogers AuditoriumFort Worth, TX

    Jam chartBeautifully played, straightforward version is augmented with a percussive, dissonant ending section. -> to "Wilson."

    Before / afterUncle Pen-> WilsonGap3SET 2
  193. 1995-10-06FriThe Orpheum TheatreVancouver, British ColumbiaBefore / afterMazeNICUGap2SET 2
  194. 1995-10-02MonSeattle Center ArenaSeattle, WABefore / afterThe Fog That SurroundsTelaGap2SET 1
  195. 1995-09-28ThuSummer Pops, Embarcadero CenterSan Diego, CABefore / after> Poor HeartGap3SET 2
  196. 1995-07-01SatGreat Woods Center for the Performing ArtsMansfield, MABefore / afterMazeUncle PenGap1SET 2
  197. 1995-06-29ThuJones Beach AmphitheaterWantagh, NYGap2ENCORE
  198. 1995-06-25SunThe Mann Center for the Performing ArtsPhiladelphia, PABefore / afterTaste >If I CouldGap2SET 1
  199. 1995-06-22ThuFinger Lakes Performing Arts CenterCanandaigua, NYRated 79 · Listen
    Jam chartIntense, well played version approaches the conclusion, and then morphs into an eerie, psychedelic 5 minute exploration that gains some propulsion before a -> into the "Fleezer," a monster version of "Tweezer."
    Before / after-> JamGap1SET 2
  200. 1995-06-19MonDeer Creek Music CenterNoblesville, INHighly rated 83 · Listen

    Jam chartAlthough essentially "Type I," there is a high degree of melodic variation from Trey in this strong summer '95 version.

    Before / after> Poor HeartGap2SET 1
  201. 1995-06-15ThuLakewood AmphitheatreAtlanta, GABefore / afterStrange Design >Scent of a MuleGap1SET 2
  202. 1995-06-13TueRiverport AmphitheaterMaryland Heights, MOBefore / afterAxilla (Part II) >Acoustic ArmyGap1SET 2
  203. 1995-06-09FriRed Rocks AmphitheatreMorrison, COBefore / afterAC/DC Bag >TasteGap1SET 1
  204. 1995-06-07WedBoise State University PavilionBoise, IDHighly rated 85 · Listen
    Jam chartJam section has an unusual, repeated descending chord progression. At 8:20, it morphs into a creepy, nerve-rattling jam, returning to "Theme" proper at 9:55. The quality versions from 6/25/95 and 7/1/95 have a similar descending chord structure.
    Before / afterSpock's BrainHold Your Head UpGap0SET 2
  205. 1995-05-16TueLowell Memorial AuditoriumLowell, MA

    NoteDebut.

    Jam chartDebut is an exceptionally well played version. With rich melodic content from Trey and great band-wide interplay, the jamming potential for "Theme" is clearly on display in this first go-around.
    Before / afterRebaHold Your Head UpGapDebutSET 1
  206. 1995-05-14SunFish's HouseBurlington, VTBefore / afterSpock's BrainHa Ha HaGapNot a showSET 1