After Midnight: Phish's Big Cypress Festival Episode 4: The All-Nighter
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Dec 12, 2019 
Join Tom Marshall, Phish's lyricist, who shares his VIP experience at the Big Cypress festival, and Lars Fisk, the sculptor behind the event's stunning visuals. John Paluska, the manager, recounts the unique challenges of the midnight gag while Michael Collori, a Wired senior editor, navigates the crowd during a seven-hour show. Dive into the chaos of hot dog props, the playful cheesecake chant, and reflect on the unforgettable community spirit that made this night truly legendary.
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Bonding Through All-Nighters
- Tom Marshall recalls a rainy New Jersey camping trip with friends where they stayed up all night bonding.
- This experience mirrors the bonding feeling at Big Cypress when the sun rose after the all-night concert.
Big Cypress's Timeless Bond
- Phish's Big Cypress festival embodied a rare moment of timeless bonding between band and fans.
- The midnight-to-sunrise set symbolized a milestone in the band's career and fan connection.
Hot Dog Entry Chaos
- The band's entrance involved a complicated stunt driving a hot dog-shaped airboat through a massive crowd.
- Technical glitches required quick improvisation, like using chainsaws to remove prop sides on the move.