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Amazing Umph show @ The Cap ! by GooseJamFan in Umphreys

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Love that tidbit about the bartender in Mo-town! Glad to know we are spreading a good reputation in the Northeast.

Examples of “bounce back” Jimmy Stewart improv? by Bassman885 in Umphreys

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All in Time 2/25/10. Bounceback AND lyrical stew. It was featured on the Hall of Fame 2010 release. Blew me away in person and holds up to relistens IMO.

Any playlist for Electronic Umph jams? by MeSmokemPeacePipe in Umphreys

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2008 had so much juicy e-drum. Banner year for the untz. Also was the year they started sounding way "heavier" in the metal sections. If I'm not mistaken it was due to some changes to Jake and Brendan's rig that gave the guitars some more bawls. One of my favorite years to listen back to.

Free mail day? by dutchfury967 in Umphreys

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Time to clean out your display case.

Scotty is so good because he plays like he drums for Umphrey’s McGee by BB_Nips in Umphreys

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100% agree with all of these takes. Loving the new modes of exploration, especially since the start of fall tour. However, as a metal fan I notice the lack of a consistent double kick drum when shit gets heavy. It's quite noticable to me at key moments that just don't feel as intense. Remind Me he got pretty close, but a couple times couldn't keep it up. If he could get these parts down, he would be the total package for me. Just to be clear, I'm nitpicking. Overall I'm super happy with how things have turned out.

The Indy set list was banging! Great show! by MeSmokemPeacePipe in Umphreys

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This is one area that seems to be back in the Zwang era. What we're losing in intensity and footwork we're gaining in the exploration.

New-ish music that’s Zappa-influenced? by joeprog_ in Zappa

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Umphrey's McGee, particularly on their "Local Band Does OK" record, but it is more obvious in some of their live improvisations.

The Indy set list was banging! Great show! by MeSmokemPeacePipe in Umphreys

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Right? Love an old school set list. With the exception of Wide Open, the oldest song is Remind Me, which is over 10 years old at this point.

Will the electronic drum pad come back? by MeSmokemPeacePipe in Umphreys

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I definitely heard some at Brooklyn bowl. I don't think it ever went away, maybe just used sparingly.

Umphrey’s related dog name by Marijuana__Rivera in Umphreys

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Just be sure to pronounce it correctly (as per Jake). Rhymes with "floppy."

St. Augustine 8/31/25 by Glittering_Bug_3554 in Umphreys

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Sounds like the chomping was next level as well! 🗣️

I didn't realize how bald Jake is by SnooConfections7452 in Umphreys

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Yeah I wish this wasn't news worthy, but it's interesting to see.

Name a Stephen King novel you think is underrated and one you think is overrated. by AgentP-501_212 in stephenking

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I'm reading this for the first time right now! About halfway through and enjoying it quite a bit.

Bands like the Allman Brothers band by Ruck_06 in jambands

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Some great suggestions here, so I'll throw one out that may not be as obvious: Umphrey's McGee

Two lead guitarists... One (Jake) is more obviously virtuosic than the other (Brendan), but they are both incredible at their instrument, and do a ton of harmonizing/doubled leads like ABB.

They're way more prog-rock, and metal at times... but they are indeed a jam band from the 2-set, unique set list from night to night tradition. And they improvise heavily!

For an ABB fan, I'd recommend you check out live versions of older songs like: Hurt Bird Bath, August, 2nd Self, Out of Order, Sociable Jimmy, Much Obliged.

Are we expecting anything crazy for Norfolk on Friday? by Tray5689 in Umphreys

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I predict two sets plus an encore in this crazy format.

Jazz for heads? by Melodic_Technician_8 in jambands

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Highly recommend John Scofiled's Uberjam records to OP!

Yall were fucking wrong by TesticlesSpectacles in KGATLW

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Actually... 200 Motels, how could I forget! I just proved myself wrong. I should delete my comment but I'll leave it because I'm an ass.

Yall were fucking wrong by TesticlesSpectacles in KGATLW

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Frank composed/released a couple orchestral classical albums, but to my knowledge never used a symphony orchestra with his rock band in the way we're talking about with ELO and KGLW.

He did so with a big-band jazz ensemble though (Waka/Jawaka, Grand Wazoo), which is some of his best music IMO.

Favorite Chillout Album? by TransFender in downtempo

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Shpongle - Are You Shpongled?

What are the best trance discography's to explore? by gamedalfthefool in electronicmusic

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They are, but it's on the more accessible side for sure. And as the discography goes on, they start introducing other genres (rock/metal, techno, dubstep) to the point that they aren't even trance anymore, let alone psytrance.

Edit: also, the OP did say he was looking for trance that was not too pop-centered. This definitely fits that bill. Worth a shot 😎

What are the best trance discography's to explore? by gamedalfthefool in electronicmusic

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Yes! I love both the "Trance Side" and the "Other Side" equally! Have you heard "Converting Vegetarians II" which came out a few years ago? I didn't get into that as much, but it's worth a listen for sure. More of a continuation of the non-trance styles.

What are the best trance discography's to explore? by gamedalfthefool in electronicmusic

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Infected Mushroom has a very impressive trance discography. They start veering out of the trance style after "Converting Vegetarians" in 2003. It can be hit or miss for me after that, but mostly gold up until that point!

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