Ezra Collective has returned with the electrifying single ‘Streets is Calling,’ previewing their highly anticipated album, Dance, No One’s Watching, set for release on 27 September 2024. Known for blending jazz with modern elements like hip-hop, Afrobeats, and dance music, the group continues to push the boundaries of genre, and this track is no exception.
‘Streets is Calling’ opens with a driving, rhythmic groove that instantly grabs your attention. The track seamlessly blends layers of brass, bass, and drums, creating an infectious beat that pulses with energy. The interplay between Ezra Collective’s jazz roots and contemporary sounds results in a song that feels both familiar and refreshing—perfect for dancing.
Guest appearances from M.anifest and Moonchild Sanelly further elevate the track. M.anifest’s smooth spoken word and Moonchild’s sultry background vocals add depth to the composition, making it feel like a collaboration of diverse, complementary voices. Ezra Collective’s ability to merge different genres while maintaining their signature style is clear here, as the song carries a vibrant energy that makes you want to move, while still showcasing their tight musicality.
The production is crisp and polished, yet ‘Streets is Calling’ retains the raw, live energy that has become synonymous with Ezra Collective. The way the instruments interact—never competing but enhancing each other—shows the group’s mastery of creating dynamic, layered music. It’s a call to the streets, an invitation to move, and a testament to the collective’s ability to fuse jazz with modern influences in a way that’s completely their own.
In short, ‘Streets is Calling’ continues to prove why Ezra Collective is one of the most exciting forces in jazz today. With a sound that merges tradition with innovation, they deliver music that is not only rhythmic and fun but deeply textured and collaborative. Fans of jazz, hip-hop, and dance music alike will find plenty to love here.
Words By Jack Dennison-Thompson
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