| Sigh No More |  | Artist: Mumford & Sons
Label: Glass Note
Category: Music
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Rating:  76 reviews
Sales Rank: 17
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.5 x 4.9 x 0.3
UPC: 892038002237
EAN: 0892038002237
ASIN: B0032Y8XH8
Release Date: February 16, 2010
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| • | Sign No More | | • | The Cave | | • | Winter Winds | | • | Roll Away Your Stone | | • | White Blank Page | | • | I Gave You All | | • | Little Lion Man | | • | Timshel | | • | Thistle & Weeds | | • | Awake My Soul | | • | Dust Bowl Dance | | • | After The Storm |
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Product Description
Mumford & Sons, West London indie rock quartet, have created a gutsy, old-time sound that marries the magic of Crosby, Stills & Nash with the might of Kings of Leon and the harmonies of Fleet Foxes. Sigh No More was recorded at Eastcoast Studios, where Arctic Monkeys, Brian Eno, Tindersticks and Laura Marling have honored their sound. The band teamed with producer Markus Dravs who has worked with such superstar acts as Arcade Fire, Bjork and Peter Gabriel. Sigh No More was recently released in the UK to critical accolades. The album debut in the UK iTunes Top 10 recently and is being lauded by tastemaker publications. The first single, Little Lion Man , is already being boasted as The Hottest Record in the World by Radio 1's Zane Lowe, and the band has been long listed for the BBC Sounds of 2008 Pool, which features the most promising new music talent.
Formed in 2007, that band's goal since day one has been to make music that matters. Before recording their debut, Mumford & Sons self produced three EP's and toured the UK extensively, bringing their rootsy rock across the country. The band recently wrapped a handful of well-received performances during the annual CMJ Music Marathon in New York, which left Time Out NY to comment, The Brit combo has a spine-tingling way to harmony.
Album Description
2010 release from the West London Indie Rock quartet. Mumford & Sons, have created a gutsy, old-time sound that marries the magic of Crosby, Stills & Nash with the might of Kings Of Leon and the harmonies of Fleet Foxes. Sigh No More was recorded at Eastcoast Studios and produced by Markus Dravs who has worked with such superstar acts as Arcade Fire, Bjork and Peter Gabriel. Formed in 2007, the band's goal since day one has been to make music that matters.
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 It's all about Folk & Roll! February 17, 2010
CollegiateGrief (Stillwater, OK)
35 out of 37 found this review helpful
Those of us who have been anxiously awaiting the U.S. release of Sigh No More are rejoicing! This truly amazing album is finally here.
Having come out in October in the U.K. and most everywhere else, Mumford & Son's debut album Sigh No More is without a doubt one of the best albums I've ever had the pleasure of hearing. The London-based quartet will sweep you off your feet with their stunning harmonies and musical craftsmanship.
For fans of "new-folk" or "indie-folk" or whatever you want to call it, this album will soon be set to repeat on your MP3 player. If you're new to the genre, this album might seem just a tad to "folky," but I would definitely give it a listen (or a dozen).
The album starts with the title track, Sigh No More. The song starts slow with sparse instrumentation, swelling into something you'd expect to hear at a full on hoedown (in London) and serves as a wonderful introduction to Marcus Mumford's voice; not pretty or soothing, but strong and with the ability to evoke powerful emotion.
This album flows really well, changing pace from roaring, slamming on the banjo fast to soft, slow, sitting in front of a window as it rains and you sip a cup of earl grey. Every song on this album is a masterpiece and truly unique. The first single, of course, Little Lion Man, possibly stands out as the best. I certainly love it. As far as the slower tempo songs, I'd say I Gave You All stands out with a raw, gripping, sadness stirred rage.
Already one of my favorite albums of all time, from an amazing band. Superb. Do your ears a favor and click the "Purchase" button.
Outstanding Metaphysical Folk Rock November 27, 2009
Roger Boon (Dundee, UK)
9 out of 11 found this review helpful
I have been buying rock music for over fifty years and this is definitely amongst my top five albums of all time. Could even be the best.Very hard to believe it is a first album! The music seems to be a fusion of rock,folk,and bluegrass and has echoes of the early Strawbs album,[[ASIN:B00000B96Q From The Witchwood] I loved the light and shade of tone, the changes of rhythm and pace,and the passionate, spiritual lyrics with their encouragement to identify with what it is like to be fully human in a flawed, but God made world. I can give no greater compliment to Marcus Mumford other than to say that if John Donne and the other metaphysical poets were alive today, they would be writing lyrics like these.Marcus is clearly very mature and talented and has gathered a tight and gifted band around him whose performance is enhanced by a superb production.They deserve to have success "rain down" on them, yet when I saw them interviewed on YouTube,] they seemed to be refreshingly modest and content to let the music speak eloquently for them. And it really does! I can't wait to see a gig of theirs. Go out and buy this. You won't regret it. You might even "Sigh no More".
Like, WOW! November 25, 2009
Dennis (Raleigh, NC United States)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Take Folk, add a personal voice, earnest and honest, add a crescendo that builds using the speedy techniques and sound of Bluegrass, and then, just when it peaks, add a thumping bass drum!
This band takes you in, with a bit of Irish Folk, Indie voicing, and Bluegrass whispers.
You feel like you're there with them, feeding off them, feeding back to them.
There is a very slight Noah and the Whale bit to this band. But really, comparisons aren't fair.
These guys have done what Rodriquez and Gabriella have done: Gone back to basics with something utterly new and (most importantly) exciting!
WHEN was the last time YOU got excited hearing music? Remember when music made you feel good? Was FUN?
Prepared to be Wowed!
One Of The Best... August 19, 2010
Dennis D.
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
...albums I've heard in a long time. Mumford & his "Sons" really know what they're doing. I love the recent trend towards folk oriented sounds and most of the bands involved are among my favorites. I took a listen to this band and found a sound that has a little more gruffness to it and that brings to mind the old Clancy Brothers Drinking-songs/Sea Chantys/Songs of Rebellion kind of feel. It's not at all hard to imagine the boys tearing it up in a village pub in some northern town. I can't explain how, but something about them reminds me of The Band, don't ask me why. This is well worth having, and I recommend it highly.
Best New Thing August 21, 2010
A. Pack
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Mumford & Sons 'Sigh No More' is one of the most incredible albums I've heard in a long time. From the moment I came across them (thanks to last.fm) I knew I had to have this album. And I was not disappointed in any way. Every song on this album is out of this world. The lyrics are awesome, the instruments are wonderful, and the sound of the lead singers voice is lovely. I honestly can't get enough of these guys. Their sound is different than most of that mainstream junk that plays on the radio these days, so refreshing. You honestly can't go wrong in purchasing this complete album; every song is worth it and I mean $5 - you can't beat that. I look forward to hearing so much more from them soon.
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