Why Winston Marshall Left Mumford & Sons

This interview originally aired in June 2021.
For 14 years, Winston Marshall was the banjo player and lead guitarist of the massively successful band Mumford & Sons. In June 2021, following a viral incident over a tweet, he quit the band: "I could remain and continue to self-censor but it will erode my sense of integrity. Gnaw my conscience. I’ve already felt that beginning." On today's episode, Winston speaks exclusively with Bari about why he chose to walk away from the band he loved.

[@OffbeatsMusic]

I’m not someone who agrees with everything you put out there (which is normal, right?), but I do respect the integrity to do and say things authentically, so after listening to this today as a post-10/7 Jewish lefty person I am left wondering if, amazingly, we are living through our time’s McCartnyism.

[@mourlyvold64]

Good call.

[@brockwarkentin410]

Wow - Have to wonder how many people in bands feel the need to be quiet and not say what they think... couldn't imagine What sucks is... Bands are where your best friendships are, so if you have to leave the band... you are technically leaving your friends... been rough these days to just try to be yourself while enjoy your time with the people you love without feeling like you are upsetting them.

[@Flicky669]

Thank you for this interview!

[@madelinethomasian9156]

This guy is terrific

[@Labodyjr2]

Amazing