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Phish Shatters Record with 39-Year "Melt the Guns" Bust Out
1 Aug
Summary
- Phish performed XTC's "Melt the Guns" for the first time since 1987.
- This "bust out" marks a record-breaking 2,051 shows between performances.
- The band continues its summer tour with upcoming shows in Boston and Denver.
Phish recently delivered a landmark "bust out" performance in Boston, playing their cover of XTC's "Melt the Guns" for the first time since April 29, 1987. This remarkable event occurred after a span of 2,051 shows, setting a new record for the longest gap between live performances of a song in the band's history.
This summer has seen Phish explore its extensive repertoire, highlighted by a recent five-night run at Madison Square Garden. These shows featured numerous rare songs and "bust outs," including tracks not played for over a decade, showcasing the band's commitment to unearthing deep cuts.
The band's summer tour is currently ongoing, with another performance scheduled at Fenway Park in Boston this Saturday. Following their Boston dates, Phish will conclude their tour with a Labor Day weekend residency at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Denver.
