Indie folk heroes The Lumineers deliver a powerful and intimate set, captured live for KEXP at the Reel to Reel Haven studio in Brooklyn, New York. This session showcases the band's core duo, Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites, in a stripped-back setting that puts their raw songwriting and emotional delivery front and center. The performance is a journey through their celebrated catalog, blending the rousing energy of fan favorites like the global hit "Ophelia" with the poignant storytelling of newer tracks from their album "BRIGHTSIDE," including the title track and "WHERE WE ARE."
The atmosphere is both personal and profound, allowing the nuances of Schultz's distinctive vocals and Fraites' multi-instrumental talent on piano and drums to shine. The setlist is thoughtfully curated, moving seamlessly from heartfelt ballads like "Long Way From Home" to more upbeat, anthemic numbers. Hosted by John Richards and expertly recorded by the KEXP crew, this performance is a testament to The Lumineers' enduring appeal and their ability to create a massive sound and deep connection, even in the most intimate of spaces.