Ezra Collective

For more than a decade, Ezra Collective have stood at the forefront of a new movement in British music. Emerging from London's vibrant and ever-evolving jazz underground, the five-piece have become one of the most celebrated and influential bands of their generation, forging a sound that seamlessly bridges jazz, afrobeat, hip-hop, reggae, soul and dance music. Their rise has been nothing short of extraordinary. Formed through a free youth jazz programme in London, Ezra Collective transformed from local innovators into global trailblazers, becoming the first jazz act to win the prestigious Mercury Prize for their landmark album Where I'm Meant To Be in 2023. The following year, they made history once again, taking home Group of the Year at the BRIT Awards - a feat few would have imagined possible for a contemporary jazz ensemble. At the heart of the band's success is a philosophy rooted in community, joy and musical exploration. Led by drummer and bandleader Femi Koleoso, Ezra Collectiv