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Joy

PhishAudio CD
3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (64 customer reviews)

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When the four members of Phish talk about getting back together after spending almost five years apart, the same words keep coming up—“gratitude,” “appreciation,” “inspiring.” There’s an almost tangible sense of relief that surrounds this reunion of one of the most popular touring bands in history, and that same feeling of fulfillment comes ... Read more in Amazon's Phish Store

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  • Audio CD (September 8, 2009)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Jemp Records
  • ASIN: B002HR1W2E
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (64 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #36,249 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Backwards Down the Number Line
2. Stealing Time from the Faulty Plan
3. Joy
4. Sugar Shack
5. Ocelot
6. Kill Devil Falls
7. Light
8. I Been Around
9. Time Turns Elastic
10. Twenty Years Later

Editorial Reviews

2009 studio album from the reformed band led by guitarist extraordinaire Trey Anastasio. The album was produced by Steve Lillywhite and was recorded in New York's Chung King Studios. Many of the album's 10 songs have already been road-tested during the band's reunion tour and retain their fresh, live feel on the studio recordings. The album is already being called the band's best ever studio release.

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These songs were great live and I have to say the rest of this album is great as well. Joshua T. Justice  |  8 reviewers made a similar statement
It's no "Strange Design" but I'll give it a few more listens at least. Sarah F.  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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42 of 46 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Some nice nuggest for Phish fans September 8, 2009
By Matt W
Format:MP3 Music
Don't normally leave reviews, but it was sad to see a single 1 star review for this album from a disappointed fan. As with the last couple of studio releases from Phish, Joy requires a) some interest in Phish and what they're doing and b) an open mind with regards to how the new stuff sounds vs. the old stuff.

I can't see this album being a commercial success, though its not for lack of trying. The first two tracks are clear commercial/radio shots. They're not bad, but I'd be surprised if they gained much mainstream appreciation. Diehard Phish fans will probably find them flat. Backwards Down the Number Line does catch on you after a few listens. The first minute of the song leaves a bad first impression, but by the end of it I'm wishing it would go on a bit longer. The inclusion of a nice live version of it on Track 11 is wise, as it shows the song can lead to a relatively interesting jam.

That said, there are some nice Phish nuggets here that open-minded Phans should appreciate: Sugar Shack is a fun and funky number - give it two listens before you judge. Ocelot has potential for a real nice live jam; I sense the studio isn't doing this song justice. Light starts out with a great electronic/instrumental jam that I look forward to hearing more improvisation upon. And, of course, Time Turns Elastic is a nice long exploration that will become a major 2nd Set contribution for shows to come.

Is it as good as Junta? Of course not. No band in history has ever put out work with he energy and creativity they started with 20+ years ago. That doesn't mean that something a third as good isn't worth creating. So give it a chance. For a band of this longevity, this is a solid effort.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Solid Studio Release September 11, 2009
Format:Audio CD
Phish is obviously a band famous for their live performances with elusive jams, extensive solos, and song transitions that melt Moma Dance into Ghost like a little kids ice cream during a hot summer day. I personally own a collection of Hundreds of live bootlegs and love every one of them. Due to this obsession for uniqueness only found in the Live music, Phish's studio albums often get overlooked by fans. I myself fall victim to going years only listening to Phish bootlegs without touching a studio release. Rift and Billy Breathes are my favorite studio albums when I am looking for a change. Even though tickets for their 2009 Summer tour were immediately sold out within less than ten minutes(mostly to scalpers), I do not expect this album to do well from an album sales perspective, yet that does not stop the album from being good in its own right.

Over the Summer Tour Phish mixed in, regularly, most of the songs on this album maybe even playing Time Turns Elastic one too many times for some fans, although I feel the band played a good mix of old and new as a whole. Having gone to 9 shows this summer I was able to hear all the songs a few times. At the moment, I hated them and loved them depending on my mood. Rating by the live renditions my favorite new songs were Stealing Time From the Faulty Plan, Ocelot, and Alaska(not on album), oh how did I almost forget my favorite "Party Time"(available on Joy deluxe edition or the Maryland show bootleg ;} ) a Jon Fishman original in the spirit of HA HA HA HA(also played right before Party Time the first time live). Songs such as Kill Devil Falls and Backwards Down the Number Line saw some nice jams throughout the tour, also.

Oh yeah this is supposed to be a review of the studio album, so on we go. I will have to say that I enjoy the album more than expected. Obviously, most of the studio versions of songs are shorter and more crisp than the live versions. Some of the songs that may have appeared to break the flow of a live show, such as Joy and Light, fit very nicely into the peaceful, transcending nature of this album. Stealing Time From The Faulty Plan plays better live, but the studio version is commendable. Time Turns elastic is a good song in its own right and plays in movements like a classical piece. Twenty Years Later is one of the highlights of the album and takes advantage of the studio production to clean up the voices and guitar licks. As a whole, I feel the production is very crisp and smooth and the album flows to a upbeat, yet relaxing tune.

If you are expecting to hear the next Punch You In The Eye(which I do not believe even has a studio equivalent anyways) or the live jamming Phish(as seen in concert) this album is a waste of time, but if you are looking to hear Phish's studio offering for what it is then Phish's true versatility to shine through in all genres of music may appear.

Currently, the album can be sampled on Phish's MySpace in its entirety for free. I'll see everyone at festival 8 where Phish will do what it does best, but until then check this out its worth the while. Ignore the 1 star DB's this album is a 3 at worst.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A return to form for a great band. September 10, 2009
Format:Audio CD
Joy is fantastic album and a great return to form. It takes the best elements of their earlier albums, but polishes the rough edges and makes for perhaps their most approachable album. It has the feel of their live performances, but the refined quality of a studio. The jam songs have a clear direction and sense of purpose unlike the songs found on Undermind or Round Room. For someone who's been a fan since the early 90s, i can hear riffs and styles that pull from their early days and then mixed with their on-again/off-again 2000s. Time Turns Elastic shows off their progressive epic style, while Been Around Awhile has their sense of humor. Light shows off their great vocal harmonies. Its almost like a mini trip through their whole career.

The only criticisms i could give are that some of the lyrics are borderline sappy and corny, even though i'm sure they express genuine feelings. Also I'm not wild of the amount layering they do of Trey's vocals upon himself in some songs when the rest of the band has been more than adequate to provide harmony in the past.
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5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME!
My brother and sister in law are HUGE fans. They loved this Christmas gift! Was great to be able to find something they don't already have and wouldn't have bought for themselves... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Danielle Bailey
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
I can't believe this album does not have 5 stars. By far one of my overall favorite albums phish has made. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Nathan Rask
3.0 out of 5 stars 9 Duds and 1 Stunner
So I'm a casual Phish phan. I saw them a handful of times way back when (in the mid 90s), and have always preferred Jerry and the boys. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Marsen Sedgwick
5.0 out of 5 stars Ten great songs from four guys from Vermont...
I just want to start off by saying that I saw Phish perform at the Big Cypress NYE show for NYE 99-00 and it was the BEST show I've ever seen in my life. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Justin Roth
1.0 out of 5 stars Sad...
... is what this album really should have been named. Why bother? If they all needed some more cash-ola, they could have done some faceless (i.e. Read more
Published 13 months ago by R. Perkins
4.0 out of 5 stars A welcome addition
I don't frequently bother to review anything. But I did review Phish's release 'Round Room' because I thought it was shockingly awful. Still do. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Drifter's Escape
5.0 out of 5 stars JOY
I will admit I was hesitant at first when hearing Phish's new album Joy. I had already seen them live after their long break and heard a couple of the songs, so I knew a little... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Angelique Rooney
4.0 out of 5 stars Phish true to their form
I don't love every song on the album, but a few are very catchy and crafty. Phish is holding true to their style and fun ideas. "Ocelot" is a great tune with clever lyrics. Read more
Published on May 4, 2011 by River
3.0 out of 5 stars Phish = Joy.
In all my record store travels this is the only Phish album I've ever seen on vinyl, so now it's mine. Good album. Probably what I would expect from them at this point. Read more
Published on January 9, 2011 by H3@+h
5.0 out of 5 stars Great studio album
I'm probably in a very small minority of Phish fans -- one that prefers the studio albums over the live jams. Blasphemy? perhaps. Some may try to claim I must not truly be a fan. Read more
Published on June 22, 2010 by T. Clo
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Why is this so expensive on Amazon??? Cheaper from Phish Dry Goods website
Does anyone know if dry goods have sent any of these out yet? They told me that they were going to in mid or late oct. Still havent got it
Nov 3, 2009 by Tim L. Crawford |  See all 3 posts
Phish - Joy on LP? Will Amazon sell it?
head over to dry goods, which is phish's online store.
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