Words from the Couch:

Solid tour opener that felt like a solid tour opener.

Long-songy first set to get in the groove with a punchy Julius to bust open the door. Highlight was the thick stew Axilla jam into an above-average Maze, into a Wolfman’s that caught the scent straightaway.

Second set did the thing with a saucy Jibbo into a simmering Oblivion (longest to date) with deceptively simple motifs that echoed MSG7 and Dick’s jams. Fun T&F breakout, though it really exposed that poor Trey’s vocal cords sure need some honey blossom and lemon rind tea. (Sounds like Bog Red is getting over a cold.) Hot-but-not-scorching Fuego is another highlight.

Dug the surprise Antelope to extend the encore and boy, man, indoor CK5 is undefeated. A good-great night of Couch Phish with plenty of sky left for the tour to elevate itself. (See y’all at Nutter!)