Why is Phish so hated?

The caliber of Phish’s fan base is a classic, time-honored reason to hate the band as much as the Khmer Rouge. Phish fans are basically dead-eyed jocks that are too drugged-up to rape.

Is Phish a great band?

Not only does “greatness” have a different connotation when applied to Phish, so does “good” — Phish has never been conventionally good. For 30 years, Phish’s version of good has been specific to the band (and possibly to bands of its ilk, though none of them are as good at being “good” as Phish is).

Does Ween hate Phish?

Dean Ween Hates On Phish Fans At Lockn’ In New “AskDeaner” Rant.

What do Phish fans call themselves?

Phish Heads
Fans of the band are sometimes called Phish Heads (also Glides or “aphishianados”), they congregate on (or in) the Phish.Net, tickets (abbreviated “tix” online) are thus pronounced like “fish sticks”, and their jam progressions have been called (and their complex surface might be called) Phish scales, shows are Phish …

Why do people like jam bands so much?

This experience is typical of jam band shows; it creates a strong bond between fans. Fans feel a stronger connection to other fans than they feel with the bands they enjoy. The fans perceive an increased value of a live concert because they are getting much more than just the music—they also get a community experience.

Why did Phish take hiatus?

After 17 years of extensive touring, the band just wanted a break—to write, relax, work on other things—so that they could come back to Phish better than ever. No concerts are booked, no albums are scheduled, and band members plan to go their separate ways.

Is ween a jam band?

Ween and Phish actually have quite a lot in common, outside the fact that most the time Ween doesn’t make the lists as a “jam band”, though they extend all songs live, and regularly take two or three songs a show well past the 15 minute mark, and usually take one into the 20-30 minute range.