The Bottom Half
Umphrey's McGee · 2007
118 min · 39 tracks · progressive rock
Intricate guitar work intertwines with jazz-inflected rhythms, creating a vibrant tapestry of progressive rock exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Bottom Half — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its complex structure and dynamic shifts, showcasing the band's technical prowess and creative ambition.
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Divisions — This extended track exemplifies the band's ability to weave intricate melodies with thought-provoking lyrics, reflecting their artistic depth and collaborative synergy.
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Great American — In this track, a mix of catchy hooks and lyrical storytelling captures the spirit of modern Americana while highlighting the band's versatility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of soundscapes
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- engaging improvisational moments
- for extended listening
- intricate melodies for detail lovers
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2007, The Bottom Half marked Umphrey's McGee's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed release, Safety in Numbers. At this stage, the band was solidifying their reputation in the progressive rock scene while experimenting with diverse musical forms and complex compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Widespread Panic· Phish· Tauk
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Bottom Half 5:50
- 2 Bright Lights, Big City 3:44
- 3 Great American 3:11
- 4 Higgins Sir 0:28
- 5 Higgins 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 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
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