Umphrey's McGee Fans Curate Annual 'Hall Of Fame' Live Album

The votes are in for the best Umphrey's McGee live performances of 2012, and the Chicago-based sextet is readying its fourth-annual 'Hall of Fame' album accordingly. "Expanding the notion of what a rock band can offer" (Time.com), UM is partnering with PledgeMusic to distribute 'Hall of Fame: Class of 2012' in an unprecedented number of formats.

Purchase options begin with a download ($10-$18, depending on quality) and double LP split-color vinyl ($35). Via PledgeMusic, fans can pledge for an autographed, personalized setlist ($30) and a mixed-color vinyl test pressing ($60, includes regular LP). For $125, a fan's band member of choice will create a customized jacket for his or her test pressing. Lead guitarist Jake Cinninger will visit his local record shop and pick out a range of vinyl for a fan who pledges $199. For $500, a fan will get to introduce UM at the show of his or her choice during the band's fall tour. And for $2,000, a fan can secure a spot on UM's guest list for every show and festival appearance for the next year, including plus-ones for five shows and after-show passes for one show. 

In addition to the wide range of formats, UM is giving fans who pledge at all levels access to exclusive content for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of 'Hall of Fame': videos, photos and audio of the album being edited and mastered, vinyl being pressed, and members customizing LP sleeves.

A portion of the proceeds from 'Hall of Fame' will benefit MUSC Children's Hospital, South Carolina's largest pediatric center, which has provided healthcare for several of UM members' babies.
 
For more information on Umphrey's McGee, please contact Rebecca Shapiro [rshapiro@shorefire.com] or Jon Bleicher [jbleicher@shorefire.com] at Shore Fire Media, 718.522.7171