Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago
Mercury Prize 2023 Winners Ezra Collective on the Future of Jazz Music
The electrifying band are the first time a jazz artist has won the prize since the awards history.
Jamz Supernova, acting as spokesperson for the judging panel, said "Where I’m Meant to Be" was an “uplifting and timely record that represents the very best of where we are now in 2023”.
Drummer and bandleader Femi Koleoso when accepting the award, dedicated it to the youth clubs that brought the band together. “We met in a youth club. This moment we’re celebrating right here is testimony to good, special people putting time and effort into helping young people to play music … let’s continue to support that.”
When speaking to Clash Magazine, Femi Koleoso expressed his desire to remove any barriers to entry when helping young people learn to play an instrument.
Mercury Prize 2023 Winners Ezra Collective on the Future of Jazz Music
The electrifying band are the first time a jazz artist has won the prize since the awards history.
Jamz Supernova, acting as spokesperson for the judging panel, said "Where I’m Meant to Be" was an “uplifting and timely record that represents the very best of where we are now in 2023”.
Drummer and bandleader Femi Koleoso when accepting the award, dedicated it to the youth clubs that brought the band together. “We met in a youth club. This moment we’re celebrating right here is testimony to good, special people putting time and effort into helping young people to play music … let’s continue to support that.”
When speaking to Clash Magazine, Femi Koleoso expressed his desire to remove any barriers to entry when helping young people learn to play an instrument.
