Phil Mongredien 

The Lumineers: The Lumineers – review

This debut from the Denver folk trio floats and stings, but it lacks punch, says Phil Mongredien
  
  


One of the most talked about acts at this year's SXSW festival, Denver trio the Lumineers' indie-folk stylings have won them a sizable following in the States. A radio-friendly hybrid of Arcade Fire's passion and Mumford & Sons' accessibility, it's easy to see them replicating their success here, and their debut album certainly has its moments. The stomping single Ho Hey is simple, direct and infectious, while Dead Sea highlights Wesley Schultz's heart-tugging turns of phrase. But too many of their songs float prettily by without making an impact, gossamer-light and gossamer-memorable.

 

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