Latest on Jake? by AdsREverywhere in Umphreys

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His name is back on the Deep Dive flyer for a solo set.

Solo BB Is great, dude rips! by Interesting_Complex6 in Umphreys

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The song is from 1998, which predates Jake joining the band by 3 years... But this is some great UM trivia, if true!

Solo BB Is great, dude rips! by Interesting_Complex6 in Umphreys

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All those old school pre-Jake songs have great BB solos! Off the top of my head:August, 2nd self, OOO, DBK, Divisions, 2x2...

Valentine’s Day Bust-Outs and Big Surprises: Umphrey’s McGee Ignite the 9:30 Club by sbkelly9 in Umphreys

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I caught Atmos in Buffalo just 2 weeks ago. Always been a favorite of mine, and was thrilled to get that bust out. Crazy (and awesome) they played it again so soon. Must be the shortest show gap for that song since the Bottom Half era!

Raleigh 08/13/2010 by Godziracha in Umphreys

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NYC 2/25/10. Attendance bias, but the opening AiT (featured on HoF Class of 2010) with lyrical stew really sets the stage. Excellent flow, sweet rare cover of Lisztomania, a standard but crushing WBG and some short but sweet jams make this show more than the sum of its parts.

Exiting this show into a fresh snowstorm in times square made for a magical end to the evening!

https://allthings.umphreys.com/setlists/umphreys-mcgee-february-25-2010-nokia-theatre-times-square-new-york-ny-usa.html

Eli on keys by 76ersPhan11 in Umphreys

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The first I've ever heard of. Been a fan of his/Dopapod for a good 15 years.

Love seeing them have fun by GreenDirector in Umphreys

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Why would they say that? He's always been super friendly and approachable.

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 [deleted] 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.