Step back to the summer of 2012 and witness The Lumineers on the very brink of their global breakthrough. This intimate performance, hosted by the legendary Seattle radio station KEXP, captures the band in a special VIP Club concert at the city's Barboza venue. Fresh off the release of their platinum-selling self-titled debut album, Wesley Schultz, Jeremiah Fraites, and Neyla Pekarek deliver a set brimming with the raw, heartfelt energy that would soon captivate audiences worldwide.
The performance is a showcase of their early work, a beautiful, stripped-down affair that emphasizes their folk-revival roots. With acoustic guitars, a cello, and earnest, soaring vocals, the band runs through future classics like the anthemic 'Stubborn Love,' the tender 'Flowers In Your Hair,' and the rollicking 'Big Parade.' The setlist also includes deeper cuts like 'Dead Sea' and 'Classy Girls,' offering a complete picture of their formative sound. This KEXP session is more than just a concert; it's a precious time capsule, preserving the moment a beloved band found its voice and shared it with the world in a close, personal setting.