The all conquering British 4-piece move into darker territory on their sophomore, while the influence of touring has added a looser, almost live feel to their sound.
3 years after their massive word-of-mouth breakthrough debut, the band deliver an impressive follow-up that takes their unique brand of folk-pop to the next level.
“A rip-roaring record packed with earworm hooks, raucous banjo, a gravelly Marcus & an obligatory swear word” 8/10 – clash, “Although the songs are melodic & accessible, they are far from routine; heavy rhythms dominate the floor of most tracks, while frontman Marcus Mumford’s impassioned & rasping vocals give the air of a man who is at least singing for his supper & on occasions even his life…impressive stuff” – BBC.