History of Marcus Mumford in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 13, 2025

Marcus Mumford is a British singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, though born in America. He is most famous as the lead singer for the folk band Mumford & Sons, contributing vocals and playing instruments such as guitar, drums, and mandolin. He is married to actress Carey Mulligan and they have three children.

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January 1987: Birth of Marcus Mumford

In January 1987, Marcus Mumford was born in Yorba Linda, California, to English parents, John and Eleanor Mumford.

January 1987: Marcus Mumford Born

Marcus Oliver Johnstone Mumford was born in January 1987. He is an American-born British singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer.

2007: Formation of Mumford & Sons

In 2007, Marcus Mumford and other musicians formed the band Mumford & Sons after touring with Laura Marling and gaining experience playing gigs.

April 2012: Marriage to Carey Mulligan

In April 2012, Marcus Mumford married Carey Mulligan in Somerset.

December 2012: Forbes 30 Under 30

In December 2012, Marcus Mumford was included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list of music stars for his achievements with his band Mumford & Sons.

2013: Inside Llewyn Davis

In 2013, Mumford sang a cover of "Dink's Song" with Oscar Isaac for the Coen brothers film Inside Llewyn Davis. He voiced the character Mike, who had died before the film's beginning.

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September 2014: "When I Get My Hands on You" Video Release

On September 23, 2014, the video for "When I Get My Hands on You" was released, featuring Marcus Mumford on lead vocals from the album Lost on the River: The New Basement Tapes.

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2014: Mumford Produced Hold Fast

In 2014, Marcus Mumford produced Hold Fast by Christian Letts.

February 2015: Hold Fast Album Release

In February 2015, Hold Fast by Christian Letts, produced by Marcus Mumford, was released.

May 2015: Wilder Mind Album Release

On May 4, 2015, Mumford & Sons' third album, Wilder Mind, was released.

January 2016: Gamble for a Rose Album Release

In January 2016, the album Gamble for a Rose by King Charles, produced by Marcus Mumford, was released.

November 2018: Delta Album Release

On November 16, 2018, Mumford & Sons' fourth album, Delta, was released, featuring appearances from Maggie Rogers, Yebba, and Gill Landry.

January 2021: "Cannibal" Written

In January 2021, Marcus Mumford wrote the song "Cannibal", which is about his personal struggles.

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July 2022: Solo Album Announcement

On July 12, 2022, Marcus Mumford announced his debut solo album Self-Titled, to be released in September of that year. The album, produced by Blake Mills, includes the song "Cannibal".

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