Mumford & Sons are an English folk rock band. The band consists of Marcus Mumford (vocals/guitar/drums/mandolin), Ben Lovett (vocals/keys/accordion/drums), "Country" Winston Marshall (vocals/banjo/dobro), and Ted Dwane (vocals/string bass/drums/guitar). The band formed in October 2007, rising out of what some in the media labelled the "West London folk scene" with other artists such as Laura Marling, Johnny Flynn and Noah and the Whale. Band members variously play guitar, drums, keys, bass guitar, and traditional folk instruments such as banjo, mandolin, and resonator guitar. The band name originates from the fact that Marcus Mumford was the most visible member at the time, organizing the band and their local performances. Lovett indicated that the name was meant to invoke the sense of an "antiquated family business name." Mumford & Sons are noted for their energetic live performances in which band members juggle varying setlists and exchange musical instruments. In interviews, they express attraction to a culture of personal connection with audience members and "downsizing". The band members have stated many times that live gigs are by far their favorite part of the music experience, and that they strive for a lively, inclusive atmosphere. This is "Little Lion Man" off of there debut album Sigh No More.
www.mumfordandsons.com
Smelly Dog
No comments:
Post a Comment