CEG’S MSG PHISH AFTER-PARTY SERIES INITIAL LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT INCLUDES EGGY, LaMP, DUANE BETTS AND PALMETTO MOTEL – WATKINS GLEN 50TH, PERPETUAL GROOVE, KENDALL STREET COMPANY, ONE TIME WEEKEND, ELTON JAUN: PHILLY PHUNK X ELTON DANCE PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

New York, NY (May 2, 2023) It’s been almost six years since Phish played summer shows at Madison Square Garden for the Baker’s Dozen and Phish fans have been eagerly awaiting the day when they can once again experience the band at MSG in summertime. The wait is finally over, and CEG Presents is thrilled to announce a Phish After-Party series, taking place during the band’s seven-night MSG residency from July 28th to August 5th, 2023.

The series is a celebration of music, community, and philanthropy, with $1 from every ticket sold during the series donated to Phish’s non-profit, the WaterWheel Foundation. Founded in 1997, the foundation has raised over $1.5 million for various charitable causes, including environmental preservation, social services, and music education.

The series will kick off on July 28th at the Cutting Room with Kendall Street Company, a band known for their soulful funk and electrifying performances. The following day, on July 29th, Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel will take the stage at the same venue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary Watkins Glen concert featuring the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers Band, and The Band. On the same night, fans can also catch young up & coming jamband One Time Weekend at Hill Country – FREE! On July 30th, Elton Jawn: Philly Phunk X Elton Dance Party featuring the Knotty G’s with special guests Jeremy Kaplan (Dogs in a Pile), Neal “Fro” Evans (Dopapod) and Felix Pastorious will also perform at Hill Country.

LaMP featuring Scott Metzger with Trey Anastasio Band’s Russ Lawton, and Ray Paczkowski will perform on August 2nd, followed by the hypnotic Perpetual Groove on August 4th, and the return of Eggy to close out the series on August 5th, all at Cutting Room. Each of these bands will bring their unique style and energy to the stage, promising a series of unforgettable performances.

“We are thrilled to host the MSG Phish After-Party series once again. It’s exciting to me that almost everyone we booked is new to this series.” said Howie Schnee, of CEG Presents.

“With Phish fans coming from all over the country, this series is a great opportunity for them to discover new music, and for the bands to gain exposure to a national audience. We are also proud to support the WaterWheel Foundation and its mission of making a positive impact in the world.”

Initial lineup at a glance:

• Kendall Street Company @ Cutting Room – July 28 Tickets 
• Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel – Watkins Glen 50th @ Cutting Room – July 29 Tickets
• One Time Weekend @ Hill Country – July 29 FREE
• Elton Jawn: Philly Phunk X Elton Dance Party @ Hill Country – July 30 Tickets 
• LaMP @ Cutting Room – August 2 Tickets
• Perpetual Groove @ Cutting Room – August 4 Tickets
• Eggy @ Cutting Room – August 5 Tickets

$1 for every ticket sold during the series will be donated to Phish’s non-profit, the WaterWheel Foundation (www.waterwheelfoundation.org).

Visit www.phishafterparties.nyc for more information and to purchase tickets.

Many more shows to be announced!

Don’t miss out on this incredible series of shows!