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The Ums
Powerpop / Folk Rock / Funk

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TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
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Member Since6/18/2004
Band Websitewww.theumsmusic.com
Band MembersBrett Vaughn-Vocals, guitar, drums. Alex Zacharias- Bass, Keyboard, Cello, Vocal. Steve Gillespie- Drums, Keyboard, Vocal. Jesse Ricke- Lead guitar, Keyboard, Bass, Vocal.
InfluencesIf The Ums took themselves seriously enough to have a motto, it might be something like this variation on Walt Whitman’s famous conceit: “Do we contradict ourselves? Very well then, we contradict ourselves… We are The Ums. We contain multitudes.” With their playful mélange of post-rock, geek rock, soul, British Invasion-era pop and psychedelia, The Ums are veritable virtuosos of self-contradiction, spinning out sugary coated pop-confections, which seem to hint at hidden emotional depths in their lighter moments even while delivering some unlikely punchline in their more earnest moments. Another way to look at it is this: The Ums are like the illegitimate musical progeny of The Beatles and They Might Be Giants—sort of like John Lennon meets John Linnell. And yet, there’s still far more to The Ums unique guitar-oriented pop stylings than this brief introduction can do justice—something that throws you ever-so-slightly off balance but keeps you coming back for more. But don't take our word for it. Why not try The Ums out for yourself?
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Record LabelCloud 13 Records
Type of LabelIndie


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Silver Story

Silver Story



Oct 5 2009 2:54 AM

Helooooo, not spoke in a while, just wondering how you're doing? Any news atall?? Oh btw, we're giving away a free track, which one do you want us to send you? Hit us back up :) Love, Alex, Bri, Ben and Gaz x
Gene Smilek (music) IN THE STUDIO!!!

Gene Smilek (music) IN THE STUDIO!!!



Oct 5 2009 2:54 AM

Hey there...whats up?


NADROJ

NADROJ



Oct 5 2009 2:53 AM

I really hope you all decide to start playing together soon so you can finally come and play in Fargo, NoDak.

Peace in the Middle East- Jordan
FRANK!

Frankie Humphries



Jul 11 2009 3:23 AM

you guys are awesome.

i really want to see you guys play in concert.
Nimencia

Nimencia



Jul 1 2009 4:12 PM

haven't been around here in a while. hope all is good is your neck of the woods. As for us, the music continues. We in the mixing process of some new tracks we'll be releasing soon enough. keep in touch....

-NIMENCIA-
melodic psychedelic experiment
Euthanasia and Acupuncture

Euthanasia and Acupuncture



Jun 1 2009 3:01 AM

florida is in desperate need of us. so please. call your friends. let's set up a colossal party. one that the world will remember.
Jason Alarm (with Electric Six 11/25)

Jason Alarm (with Electric Six 11/25)



Jun 12 2009 6:27 AM

We have a new CD out. Please go listen to it.
Paul Song Lyricist - 'Pocket Full of Songs'

Paul Song Lyricist - 'Pocket Full of Songs'
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May 23 2009 6:33 AM

Cheers for the add lads - I like your sounds, hope you like mine too:)! Good luck & all the best from Paul:)!
Our Proclamation (R.I.P)

Our Proclamation (R.I.P)



Apr 12 2009 4:14 PM

Hey :]
Miss Tess

Miss Tess



Mar 11 2009 1:06 AM

Hello Tallahassee!...Just letting you know my band is playing at the Engine Room this Thursday. Come on by for some sweet swingin' jazz. We'll be sharing the bill with the Sarah Mac band & Dylan Sneed. 809 Railroad Ave, doors at 8:30

love,
Miss Tess
Alias Punch

Alias Punch



Mar 14 2009 7:21 PM

It will be fun. It will be great. It will be exciting to you and your family and your nieces and peppeps and pets. You should come because it will be life changing experience to you forever and it will taste great! Alias Punch, Int'l Aux, The Queues, Yogurt Smoothness, Sterling Schroeder and The Chosen Ones, and Rogue-Fi will make noises for you on this evening using bells and whistles along with spectacular performances by the Slinky Sisters, Peter Baldwin, Ray Brazen, Mr. Transylvania, and RUBOX!!!!!!!!!!!!!.........?

Sunday
MArch 15th
PLaza THeatre
425 N AVe
ORlando, FL 32803
THE RECOVERY (twitter.com/therecovery1)

THE RECOVERY (twitter.com/therecovery1)



Feb 15 2009 11:28 PM

Weve posted a new song off our upcoming album "I Will Stand On My Own".
Stop by and give it a listen and let us know what you think!

Thanks!

The album will be released march 14th!
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Mar 4 2009 3:37 PM

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~ Tim

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Mar 4 2009 7:57 PM

hey, have ya had a chance to check out this video I Made? What ya think?

There is a lot to it.


are ya free sat the 14th? I am having a Photo Art Event noon-6pm and a FREE Pot Luck Dinner/Music/Poetry jam at my resort 6pm-Midnight. Ya should come out! More info in my blog. If ya get a chance, please do check out all that I got in my blog and comment. I got all kinds of stuff in there and I update often.


march 14th!march 14th!
BotoxBalls

BotoxBalls



Feb 26 2009 3:37 PM

and you guys have no shows planned because,...
NADROJ

NADROJ



Feb 24 2009 5:24 AM

Thats so cool you guys have heard of Fargo! One day my friends and I hope to see you perfom live here or somewhere near. I think the music you make is heaven like.
Hows Florida? And it's good to see you have a sense of humor!
myspace.com/thisisdavidslyre

myspace.com/thisisdavidslyre



Feb 12 2009 12:03 AM

Hey!
Hope you enjoy the music.

Paulxxxxxx
Keats Handwriting [is playing SOAP in Sarasota!]

Keats Handwriting [is playing SOAP in Sarasota!]



Feb 14 2009 5:34 PM

Just stopping by to tell you about a musical event called Electroniganza! being held at the Warehouse, Feb 27th @ 7:30.

In addition to Keats' Handwriting, Sapphire Rebellion , Mad Happy , the Penetralia, and Ars Phoenix will be playing.

You can see the event here: Click Here To View Event


This will be our CD release party for us, so we are very excited!

(We've got new songs, videos, mash-ups, remixes posted as well- def feel free to check those out.)


Thanks for your patience, sorry for this long post and hope to see you there! :)

Cheers,

Joel & Michelle

Keats’ Handwriting
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myspace.com/thisisdavidslyre



Feb 12 2009 12:00 AM

cheers! im glad you like the sound.
enjoyed listening to your tracks to - especially the cello.
x
Scottzilla

Scott Peavy



Feb 10 2009 1:07 PM

Well, I checked & re-checked.
My research shows that Barack Obama is indeed President of these United States. Now, I believe I'm owed a show.
You Vandal

You Vandal



Feb 3 2009 8:13 PM

then i guess we both have good names :)
Melodic Revolution Records.

Melodic Revolution Records.



Feb 3 2009 1:37 AM

Just dropping in to listen to some great music.
peace love and revolution
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You Vandal

You Vandal



Feb 3 2009 7:14 PM

why do you hate us?
Caitlin

Caitlin Dunn



Feb 1 2009 6:05 AM

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show this monday come out and listen to some mooooosic!
INSIDES OUT

INSIDES OUT



Jan 13 2009 10:40 PM

WE APPRECIATE THE SUPPORT!!
hope to catch ya creepin' at a show soon!!

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