
Ezra Collective Unveils a Symphony of Nightlife in ‘Dance, No One’s Watching’

There are few British bands that are as explosively exciting as Ezra Collective. Becoming the first jazz act to win the Mercury Prize with ‘Where I’m Meant To Be’, the group are back with their third album, ‘Dance, No One’s Watching’.
- Released by the esteemed Partisan Records on 27th September 2024, this album promises to be a ubiquitous presence in playlists and live venues alike.
- ‘Dance, No One’s Watching’ is ingeniously segmented into four parts, each symbolizing a different slice of an unfettered night out submersed in the essence of a sultry jazz club.
‘The Herald’ and ‘Palm Wine’ commence the rhythmic odyssey, showcasing the hallmark hybrid of pulsating Caribbean rhythms, classic jazz trumpets, and scorching sax solos that Ezra Collective fans adore.
Breaking boundaries, the album interlaces jazz with nuanced threads of genre-defying sounds. The result? Each track emerges as a singular narrative in the anthology of their musical evolution. ‘Streets is Calling’ delivers an undeniable dancehall beat, while ‘God Gave Me Feet For Dancing’ brims with soulful Afro-funk rhythms to elevate your spirit and your feet.
The record concludes with tracks like ‘Why I Smile’ and ‘Have Patience’, which glisten with a serene afterglow—perfect as the night gently fades. In summary, each of the nineteen tracks stands out as a critical passage in Ezra Collective’s ongoing saga.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of ‘Dance, No One’s Watching’, where each song represents a unique shade of Ezra Collective’s musical palette, glowing ever so brightly.