Ezra Collective Live in Birmingham

Ezra Collective, the British jazz quintet that won the 2023 Mercury Prize, bring their electrifying fusion of afrobeat, calypso, reggae, hip-hop, soul, and jazz to Birmingham. Known for their kinetic live energy, the band—featuring drummer Femi Koleoso, bassist TJ Koleoso, keyboardist Joe Armon-Jones, trumpeter Ife Ogunjobi, and saxophonist James Mollison—met at the Tomorrow's Warriors jazz programme and have since become one of the most celebrated acts in modern jazz.

Attendees can expect a high-energy set that blends instrumental virtuosity with collaborative spirit, often featuring guest vocalists. The band's music captures the spirit of their acclaimed albums, including the Mercury-winning *Where I'm Meant to Be*, which stirs together Afro-Cuban rhythms, post-bop, rap, dub, funk, and dance music. With a reputation for approachable yet deeply rooted jazz, Ezra Collective's shows are a celebration of musical diversity and youthful energy.