BotC15: The Dude of Life, The Wetlands, and Pubkey

Fundamentals X: @Fundamentals21m nostr: npub12eml5kmtrjmdt0h8shgg32gye5yqsf2jha6a70jrqt82q9d960sspky99g book: https://zeuspay.com/btc-for-institutions Jason nostr: npub19l2muzvelq07kfx8glfqmpf8jdcj2xp733rhjfc05t2g2mt9krjqrae40w Intro and Outro:  The Dude of Life and Phish 02/05/1994, Wetlands, NYC - Full Show https://archive.org/details/DudeOfLife1994-02-05.tlm170.flac16/dudeoflife1994-02-05t02.flac Extra: Rare Video of The Dude of Life and Phish 02/03/1994, The Paradise, Boston, MA - Family Picture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wowy9004YUs In this episode, we dive into the unique intersection of music and personal history, exploring the captivating story of the Dude of Life and his collaboration with Phish. We discuss the intriguing 1994 secret show at The Wetlands, a legendary venue in New York City, and the charismatic presence of the Dude of Life, whose album "Crimes of the Mind" left a lasting impression. The conversation meanders through the vibrant music scene of the 90s, touching on bands like Ween and the cultural impact of venues like The Wetlands, painting a vivid picture of a time when live music was a cornerstone of community and creativity. We also share personal anecdotes about discovering music in the pre-digital age and the serendipitous finds at record stores. The episode takes a turn into the present as we recount our own musical endeavors, forming a band and performing at Pubkey, our modern-day version of The Wetlands. The camaraderie and spontaneous energy of live performance are celebrated, highlighting the joy of creating music with friends and the enduring influence of bands like Phish. Join us for a nostalgic yet forward-looking journey through music, friendship, and the spirit of collaboration.