Just want to say that the thread here has been thoroughly enjoyable to read, and while I don't agree with everything that's been said, this is clearly the reason I come to this forum day after day.

Phish's fans are some of the most knowledgeable and informed of any I've dealt with. I'm a musician (though not professional), and I am continually amazed and awestruck, yes, that's the word, awestruck, by the proficiency of these four musicians. There's only been a few times in rock history that such a high level of talent, cohesiveness and fan support have coalesced like the Phish experiment, and I for one am glad I discovered them.

Thanks for the discussion guys.