UMBowl is a one-of-a-kind interactive musical event that puts fans in the coach's seat. Unique themed sets run the musical gamut and keep the audience, and often the band, guessing. This year's April 4-5 doubleheader at the famed Ryman has a playbook featuring old staples and new tricks alike. This musical adventure is equal parts premeditated precision and improvisational high wire act. With three sets each night, UMBowl XI will feature:
Outlaw Umphrey's - Fans vote on iconic artists for UM to pay homage to, covering the music that made Nashville what it is.
Choose Your Own Adventure - The set where fans dictate the setlist via text voting with results unfolding on screen in real time.
Single Song Set (S³) - Making its UMBowl debut, a single song set stretching through rich improvisation where the audience helps choose genres, moods, and transitions live during the performance.
Soundtrack Set - The band will create a real time score to a stunning video montage culled from fan chosen concepts.
Band's Picks (2 sets) - Lace 'em up and hold on tight, the band will take it from here.
Nashville being Nashville, be on the lookout for a host of fellow musicians making an appearance during UMBowl XI. Adventure is more fun with friends.
Umphrey's has never been afraid to fly without a net and UMBowl is the apex of that willingness. Game on.
Live scoring the anthem during a Top Gun medley at UMBowl X
Jake Cinninger conducts the band at UMBowl X
When Harry Met Sally parody from UMBowl II
Around The Horn: UMBowl Edition