Umphrey’s McGee and Sound Tribe Sector Nine (STS9) are teaming up this summer to enchant fans around the country for one of the most exciting combinations that have toured together thus far in the jamtronica scene. With 14 tour dates starting this August, they will take turns co-headlining each night and the speculations for their performances are nothing short of extraordinary! With both groups selling out many of their recent shows, this collaboration should be a must on your bucket list.
Fans mention Umphrey’s McGee as incorporating a sophisticated blend of cutting edge technology, stellar light shows, and multi-genre explosive events. While STS9 is well known for releasing 11 albums, touring internationally, and showcasing their self-described “post-rock dance music.” Mixing live rock instrumentation with electronics that favor the group’s recognized rhythms is how both of their unique talents can be broken down. One can only imagine that the combination of these two groups will be one to cherish. Umphrey’s McGee and STS9 should not be missed by any fan of music, no matter what genre you’re into. Just make sure to check tour dates soon to find a show near you before it sells out!
The Umphrey’s McGee and STS9 tour will be stopping in major cities including, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Chicago, Nashville, Boston and Philadelphia. Although it may seem that they will have no more independent time aside from the 14 show on tour, each group will also make many festival appearances on their own. STS9 will be performing at a number of festivals this summer such as Moonrise (Baltimore, MD), Wakarusa (Ozark AR), and Summer Set Festival (Somerset, WI). Umphrey’s McGee will also mark their territory this summer at festivals like the Hangout (Gulf Shores, AL), Summer Camp (Chillicothe, IL), Electric Forest (Rothbury, MI), and Camp Bisco. Both groups will reunite at the end of the year for the ever-so-special Mayan Holidaze (Puerto Morelos, Mexico) for one last hurrah.
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