LUMP began on an evening in mid June 2016 when Mike Lindsey (producer and member of bands Tunng and Throws) was introduced to Laura Marling (3 time mercury nominated songwriter) after her show supporting Neil Young at London’s 02 arena. To both their surprise, each had been admirers of the others work. A few days later they retreated underground to Mike’s London studio oratory to unite their energies and produce LUMP.