The Umphreys “Wow” Show
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“Wow” to the UMph degree. A podcast exploring the history of improv-prog rock band Umphrey’s McGee, one song at a time.
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Proud member of DATC Media
https://the-umphreys-wow-show-with-rob-turner-jimmy-knowledge.simplecast.com/
Wave 4: 2015-2023
Since Umphreys started their annual HOF album series in 2010, Plunger has earned 4 nods:
7.16.15
8.15.19
6.16.22
7.2.23
Three set 2 openers + one mid-set 1 illustrate how potent the song remains, particularly in the open-air summer heat.
Since Umphreys started their annual HOF album series in 2010, Plunger has earned 4 nods:
7.16.15
8.15.19
6.16.22
7.2.23
Three set 2 openers + one mid-set 1 illustrate how potent the song remains, particularly in the open-air summer heat.
December 19, 2024 at 5:01 AM
Wave 4: 2015-2023
Since Umphreys started their annual HOF album series in 2010, Plunger has earned 4 nods:
7.16.15
8.15.19
6.16.22
7.2.23
Three set 2 openers + one mid-set 1 illustrate how potent the song remains, particularly in the open-air summer heat.
Since Umphreys started their annual HOF album series in 2010, Plunger has earned 4 nods:
7.16.15
8.15.19
6.16.22
7.2.23
Three set 2 openers + one mid-set 1 illustrate how potent the song remains, particularly in the open-air summer heat.
Wave 3: 2014
Mike Mirro’s unexpected passing on the first night of Winter Tour 2014 was a sadness not easily shook. Playing through grief, UM channeled transcendence to honor their band brother.
The Plungers from this year added a new dimension to UM’s capacity for connection and catharsis
Mike Mirro’s unexpected passing on the first night of Winter Tour 2014 was a sadness not easily shook. Playing through grief, UM channeled transcendence to honor their band brother.
The Plungers from this year added a new dimension to UM’s capacity for connection and catharsis
December 19, 2024 at 4:36 AM
Wave 3: 2014
Mike Mirro’s unexpected passing on the first night of Winter Tour 2014 was a sadness not easily shook. Playing through grief, UM channeled transcendence to honor their band brother.
The Plungers from this year added a new dimension to UM’s capacity for connection and catharsis
Mike Mirro’s unexpected passing on the first night of Winter Tour 2014 was a sadness not easily shook. Playing through grief, UM channeled transcendence to honor their band brother.
The Plungers from this year added a new dimension to UM’s capacity for connection and catharsis
Wave 2: 2006-2011
Seeds of four future UM songs emerged from Plunger jams in this period, bringing full circle the team effort to usher 🪠 into the world.
Growing branches of its own on the Stew Family Tree, Plunger’s root structure connects with Mantis, Gulf Stream, Remind Me & Puppet String
Seeds of four future UM songs emerged from Plunger jams in this period, bringing full circle the team effort to usher 🪠 into the world.
Growing branches of its own on the Stew Family Tree, Plunger’s root structure connects with Mantis, Gulf Stream, Remind Me & Puppet String
December 19, 2024 at 3:55 AM
Wave 2: 2006-2011
Seeds of four future UM songs emerged from Plunger jams in this period, bringing full circle the team effort to usher 🪠 into the world.
Growing branches of its own on the Stew Family Tree, Plunger’s root structure connects with Mantis, Gulf Stream, Remind Me & Puppet String
Seeds of four future UM songs emerged from Plunger jams in this period, bringing full circle the team effort to usher 🪠 into the world.
Growing branches of its own on the Stew Family Tree, Plunger’s root structure connects with Mantis, Gulf Stream, Remind Me & Puppet String
Wave 1: June-July 2007
4 top shelf Plungers in a 6-week span, featuring a pair of set 2 openers + show opener of 1st night of D.U.M.B. Tour + middle of jaw-dropping festival set
6/8 Truckee magic -> 6/13 gettin weird w/friends in LA -> 6/27 Charlottesville rawker out the gate -> 7/19 10KLF 🔥
4 top shelf Plungers in a 6-week span, featuring a pair of set 2 openers + show opener of 1st night of D.U.M.B. Tour + middle of jaw-dropping festival set
6/8 Truckee magic -> 6/13 gettin weird w/friends in LA -> 6/27 Charlottesville rawker out the gate -> 7/19 10KLF 🔥
December 19, 2024 at 3:21 AM
Wave 1: June-July 2007
4 top shelf Plungers in a 6-week span, featuring a pair of set 2 openers + show opener of 1st night of D.U.M.B. Tour + middle of jaw-dropping festival set
6/8 Truckee magic -> 6/13 gettin weird w/friends in LA -> 6/27 Charlottesville rawker out the gate -> 7/19 10KLF 🔥
4 top shelf Plungers in a 6-week span, featuring a pair of set 2 openers + show opener of 1st night of D.U.M.B. Tour + middle of jaw-dropping festival set
6/8 Truckee magic -> 6/13 gettin weird w/friends in LA -> 6/27 Charlottesville rawker out the gate -> 7/19 10KLF 🔥
Happy “Wow” Wednesday!
Bidding 2024 adieu with a closer look at Plunger, a song symbolizing Umphreys staggering to beat an 8-count after founding drummer Mike Mirro *uppercut* the band w/his abrupt departure
Enjoy four impactful periods of the song’s evolution across 20 years of performances
🧵/
Bidding 2024 adieu with a closer look at Plunger, a song symbolizing Umphreys staggering to beat an 8-count after founding drummer Mike Mirro *uppercut* the band w/his abrupt departure
Enjoy four impactful periods of the song’s evolution across 20 years of performances
🧵/
December 19, 2024 at 12:40 AM
Happy “Wow” Wednesday!
Bidding 2024 adieu with a closer look at Plunger, a song symbolizing Umphreys staggering to beat an 8-count after founding drummer Mike Mirro *uppercut* the band w/his abrupt departure
Enjoy four impactful periods of the song’s evolution across 20 years of performances
🧵/
Bidding 2024 adieu with a closer look at Plunger, a song symbolizing Umphreys staggering to beat an 8-count after founding drummer Mike Mirro *uppercut* the band w/his abrupt departure
Enjoy four impactful periods of the song’s evolution across 20 years of performances
🧵/