Mumford & Sons have made a triumphant return with their new song, “Rushmere,” the title track from their highly anticipated album set to release on March 28 via Glassnote.
Mumford & Sons Return with “Rushmere”
The track exudes vintage stomp-and-holler festival folk vibes, with Marcus Mumford’s distinctive vocals soaring over energetic drums, acoustic guitar, and banjo. The chorus rings out with Mumford’s emotive lyrics, “Light me up I’m wasted in the dark, Rushmere restless hearts in the end. Get my head out of the ground, Time don’t let us down again.”
The Story Behind “Rushmere”
As revealed in a press release, “Rushmere” is named after a pond in Wimbledon Common in southwest London, where Mumford, Ben Lovett, and Ted Dwane initially bonded and laid the groundwork for forming their band. The album, years in the making, represents a period described by the band as “the most prolific two years we’ve ever had,” as shared on Instagram.
The band expresses their excitement, stating, “We have a lot of songs to share with you… and it all begins where we started, really, with ‘Rushmere.’ We’re restless to get going, relieved and excited to share this first one with you.”
Recording and Departure
Recorded with producer Dave Cobb at various locations including RCA Studio A in Nashville, Savannah, Georgia, and Mumford’s studio in Devon, England, “Rushmere” marks the group’s first album as a trio following Winston Marshall’s departure due to political differences.
Previous Releases and Collaborations
Following their 2018 album “Delta,” Mumford & Sons have released select singles, including “Blind Leading the Blind” and an early demo of “Forever.” Marcus Mumford also ventured into a solo career with his debut album “Self-Titled” in 2022.
In recent years, the band collaborated with Noah Kahan on the unreleased track “Maybe” and teamed up with Pharrell for “Good People,” featuring Native Vocalists, a vocal choir from Native American Tribes in the Northern Great Plains.
Rushmere Track List
Rushmere Track List
1. “Malibu”
2. “Caroline”
3. “Rushmere”
4. “Monochrome”
5. “Truth”
6. “Where It Belongs”
7. “Anchor”
8. “Surrender”
9. “Blood On The Page” (feat. Madison Cunningham)
10. “Carry On”
FAQs
Are there any upcoming tour dates for Mumford & Sons?
As of now, Mumford & Sons have not announced any upcoming tour dates. Fans are eagerly awaiting news of live performances to support the release of “Rushmere.”
Will “Rushmere” be available on streaming platforms?
Yes, “Rushmere” and the full album will be available on major streaming platforms upon release on March 28.
Can fans expect more collaborations on the new album?
While collaborations have been a part of Mumford & Sons’ recent projects, the band has not confirmed any additional collaborations on the upcoming album “Rushmere.”
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