{"product_id":"here-because-of-hope","title":"Ezra Collective - Here Because Of Hope [CD]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEzra Collective's \u003cem\u003eHere Because Of Hope\u003c\/em\u003e is a deeply personal and ambitious album, exploring the historical and spiritual journey of Black people across continents and decades. This CD release captures the band's unique blend of jazz, drawing influences from Africa, the Caribbean, and the vibrant streets of London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003eFormed in London's youth clubs, the Mercury Prize and BRIT Award-winning group Ezra Collective—comprising Femi Koleoso, TJ Koleoso, Joe Armon-Jones, James Mollison, and Ife Ogunjobi—have dedicated over a decade to making jazz feel joyful, urgent, and undeniable. On \u003cem\u003eHere Because Of Hope\u003c\/em\u003e, they delve into the profound question of why music born from pain often sounds so joyful, finding their answer in hope—a belief carried across generations and oceans that a better future is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe album features collaborations with notable artists such as Pa Salieu, Lila Iké, and Leona Lewis, showcasing the breadth of the global African diaspora. This record is a testament to remarkable warmth, ambition, and humanity, representing the sound of one of Britain's most vital bands at the height of their creative powers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\/Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAmbitious and personal concept album exploring Black diaspora history and resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFeatures collaborations with Pa Salieu, Lila Iké, and Leona Lewis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShowcases the vibrant and joyful sound of Ezra Collective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWinner of Mercury Prize and BRIT Awards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eArtist: Ezra Collective\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAlbum Title: Here Because Of Hope\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFormat: CD\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRelease Date: 2026-09-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLanguage: English\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContributors: Ezra Collective (artist, composer, performer), Letitia Wright (reader), Pa Salieu, Lila Iké, Leona Lewis, Libianca\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 142x125x10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWeight: 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eExperience the powerful narrative and uplifting sound of \u003cem\u003eHere Because Of Hope\u003c\/em\u003e, a landmark release from Ezra Collective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ezra Collective","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57826713338238,"sku":"B0H2JYBYXQ","price":41.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/71dRl5RtkiL_f2b8ed7d-fef8-45a7-9355-2b2b77fb3ea5.jpg?v=1786383086","url":"https:\/\/ca.yachew.com\/products\/here-because-of-hope","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}