Album Notes
“When was the last time you did anything for the first time?” is the question James Johnston asks the audience on the title track of Bumpus’ upcoming release All the People. It is a hard question to answer, and it is intended to be. All the People is a big step forward for Chicago veterans Bumpus, exposing a freshness and maturity like never before.
AEMMP Records is proud to release All the People as Bumpus continues to gain fans throughout the country with their blowout live shows and infectious grooves. Look for updates, tour schedules and more online.
Artist's Bio
Inspired by their love for the old school, Bumpus formed ten years ago through a mutual love and respect for Sly and The Family Stone, to collectively pursue their passion for music. Since then, Bumpus has performed continuously to become one of the most respected bands in Chicago. Jim DeRogatis of the Chicago Sun-Times named Bumpus’ Stereoscope as one of the top ten local Chicago albums in 2001. In 2003, Bumpus recorded Bumpus Live! at Chicago’s legendary Metro and they won WGN-TV’s Battle of the Bands for the entire year, a competition judged by local music critics and the television audience. Most recently, lead singer James Johnston was nominated for Male Vocalist of the Year at the Chicago Music Awards.
Bumpus consists of eight musicians, banded together by their drive to create music with both deep meaning and deep grooves. It is this drive that has led to forming a unique sound that is all their own. On stage, Bumpus has developed a synergy with their audience in which one voice exists. Bumpus has thrived in generating an energetic live performance which has garnered them praise throughout Chicago. These live performances have led to opening for hip-hop giants The Roots and Jurassic 5 as well as for funk pioneers Maceo Parker, War, and Dr. John.
Artist's Note
CD Release Show: Friday, April 27th 2007, 10PM
Martyrs'
3855 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL
