Umphrey's McGee

The Profile

Umphrey’s McGee is an American jam/progressive rock band formed in 1997 in South Bend, Indiana. Known for intricate compositions, genre-blending, and improvisational live shows, they have released acclaimed albums including Anchor Drops, Safety in Numbers, Mantis, and The London Session.

Formed in 1997 in South Bend, Indiana; American jam/prog band renowned for complex songwriting and live improvisation. Frequently test new material on stage before studio releases. Lineup associated with Brendan Bayliss, Jake Cinninger, Joel Cummins, Ryan Stasik, Kris Myers, and Andy Farag. Albums praised on DeBaser include Mantis (2009) and The Bottom Half (2007).

Two glowing, 5-star DeBaser takes hail Umphrey's McGee as a genre-blending jam/prog force. Mantis is praised for studio-crafted ambition, with nods to Beatles, Beach Boys, and Gentle Giant. The Bottom Half showcases versatile, polished songwriting across funk, reggae, pop, and electronic detours—tailor-made for the stage.