The Bottom Half
Umphrey's McGee · 2007
118 min · 39 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant blend of progressive rock infused with improvisational jazz and intricate melodies.
The Bottom Half is an album by Umphrey's McGee, released in 2007. A vibrant blend of progressive rock infused with improvisational jazz and intricate melodies. 'The Bottom Half' is notable for its ambitious musical range and has been well-received in live performance circles. It showcases the band's ability to fuse various genres, influencing a generation of progressive rock and jam bands, while also charting on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers at number 8. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does The Bottom Half sound like?
A vibrant blend of progressive rock infused with improvisational jazz and intricate melodies. Rooted in progressive rock.
What makes The Bottom Half by Umphrey's McGee notable?
'The Bottom Half' is notable for its ambitious musical range and has been well-received in live performance circles. It showcases the band's ability to fuse various genres, influencing a generation of progressive rock and jam bands, while also charting on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers at number 8. Released in 2007, 'The Bottom Half' was Umphrey's McGee's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Anchor Drops' from 2004. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the jam band scene while exploring more structured songwriting and complex arrangements.
How many songs are on The Bottom Half?
The Bottom Half has 39 tracks, running approximately 118 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 The Bottom Half Standout 5:50
- 2 Bright Lights, Big City 3:44
- 3 Great American 3:11
- 4 Higgins Sir 0:28
- 5 Higgins Standout 6:51
- 6 Memories of Home 4:21
- 7 Atmosfarag 4:38
- 8 Red Room 3:35
- 9 Intentions Clear 4:55
- 10 Home 3:29
- 11 Divisions Standout 10:02
Disc 2
- 1 Words (a cappella) 1:08
- 2 Great American\Believe The Lie 3:21
- 3 Believe The Lie 3:05
- 4 Time Eater 0:32
- 5 Never Cease 3:55
- 6 Rocker 3:35
- 7 Ready Noodles 0:11
- 8 Higgins (instrumental) 4:27
- 9 The Heart Of Rock & Roll 0:19
- 10 Fresh Start 3:02
- 11 The Browning Special 0:32
- 12 Ocean Billy 3:30
- 13 Intensions Clear 2:38
- 14 What Else 0:57
- 15 Alex's House 3:45
- 16 End Of The Road 3:07
- 17 Red Room Disco 2:04
- 18 Rocco 2:33
- 19 WWS 0:17
- 20 The Weight Around 3:24
- 21 Liquid 2:39
- 22 Atmosfarag 1:56
- 23 Words (chorus) 1:59
- 24 Memories Of Home 3:58
- 25 Browning Family Creed 1:43
- 26 Biscuits & Gravy 0:04
- 27 Words (Intro) 2:00
- 28 Words (Instrumental) 7:02
Release Date
January 1, 2007
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
118 min 47 sec
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