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Episode 104: The Genesis of Phish w/ Matt Dwyer & Tom Marshall (Pt I)

Ep. 104

In Episode 104 we’re joined by Matt Dwyer & Tom Marshall to discuss the history of Genesis & their lasting impact on the origins of Phish across two episodes. In Part I, we draw the line between Genesis & Phish using specific examples to showcase the influence Genesis had on Phish, particularly in the songwriting partnership of Anastasio/Marshall. In addition, Matt shares a conversation he had with Tom which tracks his own Genesis fandom.


Songs featured in this episode are:

Phish: “Thread,” “Maze,” “Esther,” “I Am Hydrogen,” “Never”

Genesis: “Squonk,” “Supper’s Ready,” “In The Cage,” “Firth Of Fifth,” “The Cinema Show,” and “Watcher Of The Skies


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