Interview: Mumford & Sons at Rolling Stone

Marcus Mumford and Ben Lovett from Mumford & Sons discuss their next album, the evolution of their sound and their song writing process.

[@Marcusbentedwinston]

Doesn't Ben just have the most amazing smile?! These guys are defiantly the best band at the moment, and my favourite. There hasn't been one song I don't like, mumford and sons your amazing! It's just amazing how much passion and emotion they put into their music, they never fail to impress. Love you Mumford!

[@awishedforsong]

I love to see Marcus on the drums while he's singing, especially in Dust Bowl Dance! I think a lot of people don't realize how much talent and ability it takes to be able to do all he does simultaneously, and he does it SO well!

[@darcyreddin5307]

I can't tell you how much I love these; their music, their lyrics, their looks (Come on, they're pretty hot) and omg, their voices!:O I need their accents

[@TokyoKazama]

Marcus must be one of the most talented musicians I've ever seen, most of the time he sings, plays guitar and does the bass drum thing with his foot all at once. So I love how modest he is when saying he goes to Ben for chord advice, lol.

[@mauzjuuh]

Wonderfull how they help each other out if it comes to songwriting. Making music in general, they are one of the best examples ever! Beautiful to see how a group functions :)

[@sqekcx]

I cant listen to their songs because once I do I can't stop, but I can't think of anything other than these boys atm so all I can do is watch their interviews! I'm so obsessed. God.

[@mfrizz46]

Never loved a banjo till I found this band.

[@dawnsherie]

Fangirling out right now. Lead singer is Marcus right and this cutie sitting next to him is Ben? Oh the voice and the smile, melting moment! Simply adore this group!!

[@peperui96]

"So tell me now where was my fault in loving you with my whole heart..." (wjite blank page) Ilove this quote

[@austinwitham9510]

this was uploaded on my birthday...best...gift...ever

[@LauraDuhLlama]

Marcus' voice is so soothing.

[@nadyapetkova9560]

I love Ben!!! Love it!!!! Lovitt!

[@victoriadolores3]

They're so lovely.

[@Supraaero2JZ]

Loving Ben's jacket!!!!!!

[@xxxRosexxx2]

Wow I am in love with Marcus xx

[@KalyLynn]

Because us fangirls have to express our love.

[@SiriusSnape9]

2:10-2:38 I feel like these guys know each other incredibly well. I mean if you're going to tell Marcus what you want the song to be about it's basically a heart to heart cause their songs are so deep.

[@MrsBrent]

they're so freaking awesome!

[@hanniib9182]

Aaww ben is just cute!*__* could listen ti him all day long^^

[@FSUATD]

I fucking love everything about this band.

[@xoxColleenMurrayxox]

*fangirling* Beautiful Music. Beautiful People.

[@archienc45]

I am really liking these guys! To actually enjoy performing live to recording to sell songs is very refreshing. I hope they stay healthy and away from all of the foibles of being famous. Go M&S!

[@Covers-and-Commentary]

I'm glad they don't want to put themselves in a box, more possibilities to explore. love this band!

[@AwesomeSauce102]

ahh Ben

[@emmyrae42]

Marcus. MArrrcccuuuussssss. MARCUS MUMFORD...... marcus :) MARCUS..... ♥

[@emmazimmer6469]

they are adorable!

[@karleigh1995]

These boys seem so sweet! Can only imagine what it would be like to sit in on them writing

[@DawnAscendance]

Im usually one to listen to heavier bands like Stone Sour, Hollywood Undead, and Disturbed, but the passion these guys put behind their music drew me in like a pencil on paper.

[@BrandonFite182]

they are only like 3 or 4 years older than me, but its like listening to an older wise man talk. so crazy

[@457Melly]

Theyre so shy...its so cute:3 and I didn't realize Marcus' eyes were gree

[@danae744]

They seem like awesome mellow people

[@theSneakySasquatch]

true, so its not like my point is unreasonable or invalid. i understand that they're attractive, but i love them specifically for the music which isn't just amazing from a technical perspective. they have some of the most deep and spiritually meaningful lyrics that I've seen in years, these guys, switch foot, and very surprisingly cage the elephant also. they all have AMAZINGLY DEEP lyrics, with very personal and faith oriented spiritual meaning. these guys deserve more than just "HAWT" comments

[@Katiedid1985]

MARCUS MARCUS MARCUS

[@newsgirl132]

Wow I never realized Marcus' eyes were green!

[@kristilicious3]

my 2 obsessions... YUM

[@neja272]

I luv you Ben !

[@JacksonAndCo18]

Ben was talking about how they don't see themselves performing like.. with another group. Can anyone else say that they would love to see mumford and sons perform with the swell season?

[@Thecodi55]

I believe the English accent and mannerisms bump the sexy reading up higher / Love them..plan on seeing at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in April. Was disappointed they did not win Best New Artist at the Grammys!

[@93z]

BEN'S SMILE

[@victorgilbert4687]

The eeeeevolution

[@KevinTempelx]

I was thinking right when he said that, "I'm going to use that"

[@JulieanneRousseau]

why does no one ever say anything about Ben, Winston or Ted? seriously theyre just as amazing guys

[@AwesomeSauce102]

holy shit they are amazing people

[@vaenell]

they are so f*cking sweet!

[@FridaySingers]

[@LessMusclesToSmile]

Ugh Ben Lovett is the love of my life

[@afrotasticcurls]

marcus mumford

[@dynamitetete]

YEAH WE ALL KNOW MARCUS IS BEAUTIFUL! BUT LET'S NOT FORGET BEN! HE'S GORGEOUS!

[@Shepo04]

Where can I get Marcus's shirt? I've always wanted one like it. Major love to Mumford & Sons, can't wait to see them again!

[@lilly3390]

OMG OMG OMG, Marcus do u remember me from bluegrass festival my unkle is that Craig Fergonson guy

[@clairelouhoward]

BEN BEN BEN BEN BEN BEN

[@Luna6336]

Yes they are. All four of them. British.

[@herbstkoenig]

they are cool:)

[@theSneakySasquatch]

true, I'm just saying saying that when EVERY comment i read about these AMAZING musicians is about how cute they are...its a little frustrating

[@lauralou891]

He says "We're not a part of any 'scene', I think that the scenes are pretty much created by things that are outside of what they are, especially nowadays, perhaps back in the days when the world was slightly less international and music was less easy to share, pockets of music did erupt but I can't think of a group of bands right now that are a part of a scene & we're definitely not one of them, if they do exist"

[@jamesp121234]

@Shepo04 theyre called lumberjack shirts , i would imagine you can get them anywhere :)

[@Shepo04]

@jamesp121234 Thanks, man! Had trouble finding this exact colour or one close enough to it the UK

[@EmilyRoseabel]

Marcus is the only man who can pull off a uni-brow

[@alexussharp4850]

OML i just realized that Marcus' eyes weren't brown.

[@hersoundss]

Most important: Let's not forget we are here because their music is amazing. Stop giving all that much importance to looks. Get over yourselves.

[@DJmdoodle]

@lilly3390 cause marcus is totally gonna been looking up youtube videos of his own interviews and reading the comments

[@LisaMurphy]

What was ben saying at the end...I couldn't understand him. Something about not being a part of a "scene" ? What was that about?

[@TheVampireweekend12]

@katieoxleea yesssssss

[@Tonymount]

@amberbrackenbury "Stars hide your fires" Roll Away your Stone. Actually MacBeth :-)

[@3v1lpl0x]

i didnt wanted to wait till the video is over to post this question so forgive me if its in the video but when.. when is the new album out?

[@sashthesunshine91]

Guys what about Ben? He's really really REALLY hot. And cute. Aww

[@jab4188]

@RizsenJai it must be your computer, or whatever your using

[@Tonymount]

@amberbrackenbury Glad you like :-)

[@pjt1996]

@mfrizz46 agreed

[@SeanOReillySongs]

Gotta Love the Mumford . Check out the Mumford and Sons Cover on my channel if ya like. Would appreciate it.

[@TheDarKnightxXx]

They should be enjoyed for their music and what that brings to people. They're looks are obsolete to this. Now go find another argument that has some meaning.

[@hanniib9182]

@theSneakySasquatch : if you don't like those comments, don't read them!! Everybody knows that they're awesome musicians! Just don't complain about the others...

[@punkprincess751]

@xxxRosexxx2 thats soo cute !!!

[@ShannnTheGreat123]

LOOK AT HIS EYES JESUS

[@TheYousuck1994]

@3v1lpl0x it's already out

[@theSneakySasquatch]

its a "shallow" way and it doesn't give credit to the hard work they've put in in order to be where they are in music right now. also did you just not read the comments that i posted below?

[@theSneakySasquatch]

Why is that EVERY TIME I go to a popular bands video, 90% of the comments ate girls who won't shut up about how "hot" the band members are. Seriously, they might be handsome enough guys, but they're not movie stars or anything.

[@KalyLynn]

Really? You're complaining because I love these guys, and I'm apparently loving them the wrong way? TALENT, which these men obviously have, is attractive. Just because you think it's a dumb way of expressing my admiration, doesn't mean it's a WRONG way. Annnnd, I raged everywhere. . .meh.

[@Driesmeeus8]

0:33 :D

[@ipeh123]

Ben looks like Sam Clafflin a bit

[@empowermph]

he looks like Brendan Fraser

[@jimbobleetoo]

I've noticed that some are a bit obsesive.

[@brunowhite9478]

get them to the greek

[@ghostie7790]

@Callmeergan hey.. he admitted that he's not very articulate already. give him a break!

[@theSneakySasquatch]

you can show your love by buying their albums and talking about the songs, and the people themselves, not their looks. it maybe be admiration but its a pretty shallow means of doing it, and a true fan of a band will have the band members looks as the last thing on their minds.

[@CammyS12342]

@Shakiro999 nope. they are all straight....which is fine with me;)

[@scottkarge]

@MrUnladenswallow marcus has a gf

[@IgnoreMyName]

Both are now about ben lol

[@mrgoldenbird97]

@MrUnladenswallow If you mean gay as in happy yes they are happy with what they do. If you mean gay as in homosexual, then give me 100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 facts that they are indeed gay(facts must be legit not fake)

[@zoeramsay4999]

NO, What Why would you say that! Marcus is Irish and ben is from Russia what the fuck do you think!

[@virginiahere23]

marcus, will you marry me?

[@heranaras00]

One does not compare Ben to a non-God.

[@xxxRosexxx2]

Marcus, although I am 13, please marry me? I am im#n love with you so much! xxx

[@hobojungle1]

lol

[@TheDarKnightxXx]

Agreed! And the thing is, is that he is average looking at best. Little, chart following girls just have little else to say. One of the many reasons I hate children