George Ezra Barnett is an English singer, songwriter and guitarist. He is best known for his hit song “Budapest,” this British vocalist and songwriter released his debut solo album, Wanted on Voyage, in 2014. The certified gold recording peaked at #3 on United Kingdom music charts. After releasing two EPs, Did You Hear the Rain? in November 2013 and Cassy O’ in March 2014, Ezra rose to prominence with the release of his hit single, “Budapest”, which reached number one in several countries.

His genuine enthusiasm for their New Orleans sound meant Hot 8 were now being heard by 8000 strong crowds, reaching new audiences and making new fans along the way. The band said, “We want to give big shout out to our man George Ezra, his band and all techs.