Watch Mike Gordon, Marco Benevento, & Joe Russo Play "YEM" In 2005 September 20, 2017 22:40

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Words by Jordan Kirkland: Live & Listen
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Back in 2005, the wildly innovative Benevento/Russo Duo, consisting of Marco Benevento (organ/keys) and Joe Russo (drums) linked up with Phish bassist Mike Gordon for quite a few shows and festival appearances. Some might even say that Gordo became an unofficial member of the group. Many will remember the trio's 53-minute rendition of Phish's "Foam" from The Georgia Theatre in Athens, which can be watched in full below. The trio would eventually link up with Phish's Trey Anastasio for a 2006 summer tour, which served as the first time Trey & Mike had toured together since Phish's break-up in 2004.  
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For those familiar with the massive Phish catalog, I think we can all agree that "You Enjoy Myself" sits amongst the most highly coveted, choice nugs. With what seems to be an ever-growing selection of Phish tribute acts (and some damn good ones, at that), many of the Phish faithful have had the chance to see others perform the monster original Phish composition. But have you seen it performed without anyone on lead guitar?
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Whether or not you knew much about Benevento and Russo back in 2005, you're hopefully aware of where these guys are today with their respective solo projects and of course, Joe Russo's Almost Dead. Funny how other guests of the duo included future JRAD members Dave Dreiwitz and Scott Metzger. Anyhow, Gordon teamed up with The Duo for one hell of a New Year's Eve show at the Culture Club in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in 2005. Much to the crowd's delight, the trio busted out "You Enjoy Myself" without anyone on lead guitar or vocals, and it's some pretty mind blowing stuff.  Watch the performance in full below, and make sure you don't miss that "Fluffhead" tease that sneaks in right around the 5:54 mark.
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While it's a rare occasion these days, you'll be able to catch Benevento/Russo Duo performing at Suwannee Hulaween in October. Mike Gordon is also on the lineup. Who knows what could happen?
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Watch The Duo + Mike Gordon performing You Enjoy Myself here:
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Watch the The Duo + Mike Gordon's 53-minute "Foam" from Athens, GA here:
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