Halfway to the Moon Appreciation Thread
Okay, it's time to give Page some love. I regard him as the George Harrison of the band. He's not as prolific as Trey, but when he writes a song, it's usually a banger.
Halfway to the Moon is *currently* my favorite Page song (although Army of One is a VERY close second). The band is really in sync on the recording. Jon's driving yet butter-like drum feel and Trey's somewhat conservative approach to noodling leaves a lot of space for Page to shine.
The main chord progression feels like a hero's journey. I'm hanging on each change. The well-placed piano solo leads to one of the best-written bridge sections of any song (Phish or otherwise). Then when Page harmonizes with himself on the 3rd verse there's no stopping my shivers and goosebumps. Pure joy! And let's not forget the jam at the end. Which, as far as I'm concerned, can never be long enough!
So what say you, Pham? Anyone else love this tune? I haven't caught a live version in person, but maybe that will change this summer.
Edit: Page, not Paige! Duh!!