Tonight: Mumford & Sons at the Fillmore

Although the ascension of Mumford & Sons (playing the first of two shows at the Fillmore Auditorium tonight with Nathaniel Rateliff & Fairchildren and Matthew and the Atlas) may seem rather fast, the English dudes have been making gorgeous folk rock together for almost five years. The act's first and...

By Bree Davies

June 15, 2011

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Although the ascension of Mumford & Sons (playing the first of two shows at the Fillmore Auditorium tonight with Nathaniel Rateliff & Fairchildren and Matthew and the Atlas) may seem rather fast, the English dudes have been making gorgeous folk rock together for almost five years. The act's first and only release, 2009's Sigh No More, is definitely an accordion-twinged throwback to simpler times, but the quartet's chorus of voices brings more modern lyrical imagery to life.

After receiving exposure on Letterman and the Grammys in the past year, Mumford & Sons' star has continued to rise, which is reflected in the size of the venues the band is playing these days (this pair of shows at the Fillmore this time around is a considerable step up from the Ogden, where Mumford & Sons played last fall.) This show is all ages, and tickets are $35. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the acts start at 7:30 p.m.

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Bree Davies is a multimedia journalist, artist advocate and community organizer born and raised in Denver. Rooted in the world of Do-It-Yourself arts and music, Davies co-founded Titwrench experimental music festival, is host of the local music and comedy show Sounds on 29th on CPT12 Colorado Public Television and is creator and host of the civic and social issue-focused podcast, Hello? Denver? Are You Still There? Her work is centered on a passionate advocacy for all ages, accessible, inclusive, non-commercial and autonomous DIY art spaces and music venues in Denver.

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