You Oughta Know : Mumford & Sons

The four members of Mumford & Sons came together in 2007, united through a common purpose: to make music that matters, without taking themselves too seriously. And tight-knit crew Marcus Mumford, Country Winston, Ben Lovett, and Ted Dwane definitely have enough romance in their hearts and rapture in their masterful voices to realize their self-imposed challenge. The foursome quickly bonded over their love of country, bluegrass and folk, and decided to make music that sounded loud, proud and live. The sound that came out of the passionate ensemble was not only lively but is as pretty and delicate as it is enthusiastic, courageous and confident. Word quickly spread about the band's phenomenal live show as the Sons toured extensively throughout 2008; they sol... More»

The four members of Mumford & Sons came together in 2007, united through a common purpose: to make music that matters, without taking themselves too seriously. And tight-knit crew Marcus Mumford, Country Winston, Ben Lovett, and Ted Dwane definitely have enough romance in their hearts and rapture in their masterful voices to realize their self-imposed challenge. The foursome quickly bonded over their love of country, bluegrass and folk, and decided to make music that sounded loud, proud and live. The sound that came out of the passionate ensemble was not only lively but is as pretty and delicate as it is enthusiastic, courageous and confident. Word quickly spread about the band's phenomenal live show as the Sons toured extensively throughout 2008; they sold out one of London's most popular venues Luminaire in July, just half a year after they got together. The band's gutsy, old-time sound marries the magic of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young with the might of Kings Of Leon. Mumford & Sons' incredible skittish, bluegrass energy draws you into their circle of songs, most noteably the title track off their debut ablum, Sigh No More. So, prepare to get hooked on the sounds of four men who set out to just share their collective passion for honest music, but ended up igniting a firestorm of praise around the world.«Less