Update: In the midst of the rumor tidal wave, Phish keyboardist Page McConnell issued a
personal letter about his thoughts on a Phish reunion.
The letter, dated yesterday (June 26), says McConnell and his former bandmates
have talked about "the possibility of spending some time together."
"Currently many of us have plans and projects already in the works," wrote McConnell, "most
notably Mike [Gordon, Phish's bassist], who made a great album and is about to hit the road in
support of it. Given that I might not even see some of the guys for the
next six months, I would say that the announcement of a reunion is
premature. However, later this year we hope to spend some time together
and take a look at what possible futures we might enjoy."
McConnell
also said he feels closer to his former bandmates now than ever before
in their relationship. After the break up, the band members were not
talking for about two years, McConnell says, but now the men are
looking forward to seeing each other, "hopefully with no distractions."
(Thanks, brad!)
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The waves of speculation surrounding a
Phish reunion are growing steadily wider, newly encompassing über-producer
Steve Lillywhite. According to a report at
Jamtopia.com, a reunion is in the works and Lillywhite will be working with the beloved jam band in the studio. When? Soon, say the rumors, but there are no definite dates in the rumor pool.