Diego's Umbrella

San Francisco based Diego’s Umbrella describes their sound as “gypsy pirate polka” and while influenced by music in Eastern Europe, It is a combination of mariachi, ska, and a massive serving of minor chords. They wear matching outfits that are homemade, and they often perform shows without set lists. Formed in 2001 by Tyson Maulhardt (electric guitar/vocals) and Vaughn Lindstrom (acoustic guitar, vocals), Diego’s Umbrella were a little more Jack Johnson than Gogol Bordello back then until adding… Show more additional players and developing their current signature sound. Maulhardt and Lindstrom welcomed Ben Leon (vocals, electric guitar, percussion), Kevin Blair (bass), Jason Kleinberg (violin, vocals, accordion) and Jake Wood (drums). Together, the band has released three albums, the latest in 2009 (Double Panther) which takes you on a journey from Mexico to the Balkans, through Europe with a detour in Brazil only to send you back to sunny California. After playing at the world-famous South By Southwest in Austin, TX, Diego’s Umbrella is back on the road continuing their 2011 tour. It is without a doubt that the band is encouraging audiences to sway to their music. From their silly banter between songs to Maulhardt’s vocal solo tribute to Cypress Hill, Diego’s Umbrella strives to keep their show lively and entertaining. Their quirkiness has enabled them to travel around the world, and garner them attention in both radio and television. They guarantee their fans and listeners that every one of their shows is a good time. By putting their best feet forward and maintaining their high level of tireless energy, Diego’s Umbrella refuses to take anything too seriously. They just want to take you along for the ride.

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