Eloi [Modern Jazz, Neo Soul, Fusion]

Their sound blends searing melodic vocal and horn lines with deep grooves influenced by afrobeat, fusion, funk and neo-soul, balancing tightly synchronised, riff-driven passages with freer improvisation.

Their live shows move fluidly between high-energy tunes and laid-back grooves whilst showcasing the band’s strong jazz foundations. Eloi’s 2023 EP, Bloom Again, was described by The Skinny as “littered with complex time signatures, exciting brass stabs and soothing elastic honeyed vocals”. Their debut single Embarrassed was praised by BBC Introducing Radio Scotland as “masterfully composed, beautifully executed”, whilst their more recent single Chrysanthemum received airplay on BBC Radio 3’s Round Midnight, presented by renowned saxophonist Soweto Kinch.

The band are currently completing their third release, a four-track EP of new music that they consider their most defining project to date. As well as playing regularly at The Jazz Bar for their late-night neo-soul slot, gig highlights include performing at Hidden Door Festival 2025, a performance at Kelburn 2024, alongside support slots for Ari Tsugi and Surprise Chef.

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