10 fun and interesting Mumford & Sons facts

1. Mumford & Sons make major network television debut

In 2010, Mumford & Sons experienced a surge in popularity, performing to larger and larger audiences and making their debut on network television in the United States. This marked a major milestone for the band, as they had previously only been known in the UK and Europe. Their appearances on network television, such as The Late Show with David Letterman and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, helped to introduce them to a wider audience and propelled them to even greater success.

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2. Mumford & Sons Win ARIA Award for Int'l Artist

Mumford & Sons have achieved great success in the music industry, winning the ARIA Music Award for Most Popular International Artist in 2010 and the Brit Award in 2011 for Best British Album. This is a testament to the band's immense popularity and the quality of their music, which has been recognised and celebrated by both the Australian and British music industries.

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3. Mumford & Sons' debut album, Sigh No More, released in 2009

Mumford & Sons' debut album, Sigh No More, was released in October 2009 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, and February 2010 in the US. It was an instant success, reaching number one in Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, and peaking at number two on the United Kingdom Albums Chart and the Billboard 200 in the US. The album was a huge hit, and it cemented Mumford & Sons' place in the music industry.

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4. Mumford & Sons win Grammy for Album of the Year

Mumford & Sons made history at the 2013 Grammy Awards when their album, Babel, won the prestigious Album of the Year award. This was the first time a folk-rock album had ever won the award, and the band was praised for their unique sound and songwriting. The album was also nominated for Best Rock Album, Best Americana Album, and Best Long Form Music Video. The band's success at the awards show was a testament to their hard work and dedication to their craft.

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5. Mumford & Sons win Brit Award

Mumford & Sons have achieved great success in the music industry, being awarded the prestigious Brit Award for Best British Group in 2013. This award is a testament to the band's immense popularity and recognition in the UK, and is a great honour for the band. The award is a reflection of the band's hard work and dedication to their craft, and is a great achievement for the band.

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6. Mumford & Sons' Babel album tops charts

Mumford & Sons' second studio album, Babel, was released in September 2012 to critical acclaim. The album debuted at number one in both the United Kingdom and the United States, making it the fastest selling album of 2012 in the UK and the second-biggest selling debut in 2012 in the US. The success of Babel was a major milestone for the band, cementing their status as one of the most popular and successful bands of the decade.

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7. Marcus Mumford founded Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons was founded by Marcus Mumford, who was the driving force behind the band's formation and early performances. His name was chosen as the band's moniker to reflect his prominent role in the group's development. The name has since become synonymous with the band's signature folk-rock sound, which has earned them numerous awards and accolades, including a Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

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8. Unique and Captivating Sound

Mumford & Sons are renowned for their live performances, where each of the four band members play multiple instruments. During their shows, they switch between instruments such as guitar, banjo, mandolin, drums, and bass, creating a unique and captivating sound. Their ability to seamlessly transition between instruments has become a signature of their live performances, and has earned them a loyal fan base around the world.

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9. A British Folk Rock Band with a Unique Style

Mumford & Sons is a British folk rock band that combines traditional bluegrass and folk instrumentation with a modern, alternative rock-inspired rhythmic style. Their signature sound is created with instruments such as the banjo, upright bass, mandolin, and piano, all of which are played with a unique blend of folk and rock influences. This combination of traditional and modern elements has made Mumford & Sons one of the most popular and successful bands of the past decade.

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10. Mumford & Sons' Literary Music

Mumford & Sons' music is heavily influenced by literature, with album titles and song lyrics inspired by the works of William Shakespeare, Homer, G.K. Chesterton, and John Steinbeck. For example, their debut album, 'Sigh No More', takes its title from a line in Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing', while their song 'After the Storm' is based on a poem by Chesterton. Similarly, their song 'Dust Bowl Dance' is inspired by Steinbeck's 'The Grapes of Wrath', and their song 'The Cave' is based on Homer's 'The Odyssey'.