For three nights in a row, the Athens community will have the pleasure of being able to see Umphrey’s McGee perform live. Known for its electric improv rock sound, UM formed nearly 25 years ago and has cemented its reputation in the hearts (and ears) of many. The six-piece group formed in 1997 while they were in college at the University of Notre Dame. The group proved to be upbeat and full of passion on stage. It remolds chaos with its sound, flowing from one emotion to another in the writing and performance of its songs. A hodgepodge of genres ranging from jam to metal to jazz to funk to bluegrass, UM finds a way to merge all forms of music for peak enjoyment. Such a unique outfit deserves multi-day gigs in order to properly showcase its talents.
WHO: Umphrey’s McGee
WHEN: Nov. 30–Dec. 2, 7 p.m. (doors)
WHERE: Georgia Theatre
HOW MUCH: $52.50
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