Babel
Mumford & Sons · 2012
52 min · 12 tracks · country · folk rock
A rich tapestry of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics layered over folk-inflected instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective reflective moods
- steady, consistent energy levels
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 21, 2012, 'Babel' is Mumford & Sons' second studio album, following their breakthrough debut 'Sigh No More.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status in the folk rock scene after achieving significant commercial success and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Lumineers· Of Monsters and Men· Fleet Foxes
- If this clicks, go next to
- Wilder Mind — Continues the anthemic sound while introducing a more electric vibe.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Babel 3:28
- 2 Whispers in the Dark 3:15
- 3 I Will Wait 4:36
- 4 Holland Road 4:13
- 5 Ghosts That We Knew 5:39
- 6 Lover of the Light 5:14
- 7 Lovers' Eyes 5:21
- 8 Reminder 2:04
- 9 Hopeless Wanderer 5:07
- 10 Broken Crown 4:16
- 11 Below My Feet 4:52
- 12 Not With Haste 4:09
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