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The Lumineers are an acclaimed folk-rock band known for their heartfelt lyrics and raw acoustic sound. Blending indie, Americana, and folk influences, they’ve captivated audiences worldwide with hits that tell powerful stories of love, loss, and redemption.
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Q:When and where was The Lumineers formed?
A:The Lumineers formed in 2005 in Ramsey, New Jersey.
Founders Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites began performing together in New Jersey before moving to Denver to refine their sound and recruit additional members, eventually gaining grassroots success through local gigs and online exposure.
Q:Who are the founding members of The Lumineers?
A:Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites founded the band.
Schultz serves as lead vocalist and guitarist, while Fraites plays drums and piano. Their friendship and collaboration began after the loss of Fraites’s brother, inspiring their heartfelt songwriting and acoustic-driven folk style.
The Lumineers Fact Sheet
Inception

Formed in Denver, Colorado in December 31, 2008.

MembersNeyla Pekarek
Top Albums

The Lumineers (2012), Cleopatra (2016), III (2019), BRIGHTSIDE (2022), Automatic (2025).

Top Songs

Ho Hey (2011), Ophelia (2016), Stubborn Love (2012), Flowers in Your Hair (2009), Sleep on the Floor, Cleopatra (2016), Slow It Down (2011), Dead Sea, Angela (2016), Classy Girl.

Grammys

0 won and 2 nominated.

Billboard Hot 100

1 Top-10 Hit

UK Singles Chart

2 Number One Hits

5 Top-10 Hits

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