The roots revival of the last few years has primed listeners for a new generation of rustic, heart-on-the-sleeve music — the kind that nods to tradition while setting off into uncharted territory. The Lumineers walk that line with an unerring gift for timeless melodies and soul-stirring lyrics.
The debut album from the 3 piece Colorado folk rock band is an amalgam of heart-swelling stomp-and-clap acoustic rock, classic pop, and front-porch folk.