Biography in brief: Gramps The Vamp fuses doom funk with cinematic instrumentals, drawing on influences from funk, ethio-jazz, surf, Afrobeat, psych-rock, and jazz. Referred to in Bandcamp tags as funk, dark jazz, doom funk, and noir, the project has released five full records, all celebrated by critics and fans alike. Maxx McGathey leads the live casts that bring these worlds to life on stage.
Discography highlights: The self-titled Gramps The Vamp (2014), The Cave of 10,000 Eyes (2016), Rendezvous (2020), The Bardo Bash (2020), Keeper of the Void (2020). These titles have been reissued and celebrated on Bandcamp, underscoring the project’s lasting impact on the Chicago scene and beyond.
2025 live activity: Expect Chicago-area performances led by founder Maxx McGathey, including Epiphany Center for the Arts shows and engagements at Lincoln Lodge, The Whistler, and other local venues. For fans, these dates offer the chance to experience Gramps The Vamp’s cinematic sound live and in motion.
Social links: stay connected with Gramps The Vamp on Bandcamp and official sites. For updates and direct communication, follow the official profiles and social channels below, keeping an eye on tour announcements and new releases.
Links