9 Quotes & Sayings By Trey Anastasio

Trey Anastasio is the lead singer, songwriter, and guitarist of Phish, one of the most popular jam bands in the world. One of the first musicians to pick up a guitar, Anastasio became a founding member of the Vermont-based band in 1983. He is known for his unique guitar soloing style and highly improvisational musical compositions. The band has released eight studio albums, including their latest efforts, Big Boat (2014) and Joy (2016), which debuted at number one on the Billboard Top 200 Albums Chart Read more

The band is currently working on their eleventh studio album and will embark on their first major tour since 2009 in 2017.

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Equality implies individuality. Trey Anastasio
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Music has always been my protection against the world, from a very young age. I feel safe inside of a jam. Trey Anastasio
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As long as your intention is pure, and you know what you're in it for, then you're alright. And I'm in it because I enjoy it. I take it seriously... real seriously. I mean I could sit and talk all day about the music. Trey Anastasio
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I'm not trying to pull the rug out from under anybody, but the music really does tell you where to go. Trey Anastasio
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It was amazing and inspiring to see so many people come together through music to aid the great state of Vermont. Trey Anastasio
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I've been sober for two-and-a-half years, My children are happy. In August, my wife and I will celebrate our fifteenth wedding anniversary. My band is back together with a sold-out tour. Trey Anastasio
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I've always loved the experience of working together with other people toward an artistic goal. Trey Anastasio
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Things have gone beyond my wildest expectations and dreams, and I feel like I've been given so many blessings in my life, between my friendship with the guys in the band, our wonderful audience, being able to play this music, and then my family. Trey Anastasio