Umphrey’s McGee

As of February 10, 2024, when Umphrey’s McGee performed at The Pageant in St. Louis, they were celebrating a career marked by innovation and a commitment to live performance. Before this concert, the band released their album "You Walked Up Shaking in Your Boots But You Stood Tall and Left a Raging Bull" in 2022, which showcased their evolving sound and impressive musicianship. The live recording from this date highlights the band's signature blend of improvisation and structured compositions, culminating in a dynamic set featuring songs like "Bridgeless" and "Booth Love." Notably, the performance concluded with an encore of "JaJunk," further emphasizing their playful engagement with their catalog. Their ability to incorporate teases and jams, such as the reference to The Beatles’ "Norwegian Wood," reflects the band’s improvisational prowess and their dedication to crafting unique live experiences for their audience.

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