The Lumineers are an American alternative folk band based in Denver, Colorado. The founding members are Wesley Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites. Schultz and Fraites began writing and performing together in Ramsey, New Jersey, in 2005. Cellist and vocalist Neyla Pekarek joined the band in 2010, and was a member until 2018. The Lumineers emerged as one of the most popular folk-rock/Americana artists during the revival of those genres, their popularity growing in the 2010s. They are known for their energetic live shows and several international hit singles, including "Ho Hey", "Stubborn Love", "Ophelia", "Angela" and "Cleopatra". The band has become one of the top touring bands in the United States and is also popular in other countries.
The Lumineers performing live at Wrigley Field, Chicago in 2022. From left to right: Jeremiah Fraites & Wesley Schultz.
At 9:30 Club in Washington, D.C., on August 2, 2012; touring with Old Crow Medicine Show. Wesley Schultz on acoustic guitar (right), Neyla Pekarek on cello (left).
The Lumineers performing the Brightside World Tour in Chicago
The Lumineers performing at the Rock4G concert in 2012.
Wesley Keith Schultz is an American musician. He is the guitarist and lead vocalist for the folk rock band The Lumineers.
Schultz performing in 2012
Schultz in 2016
