
LAVERY & Bea Maher
LAVERY + Bea Maher
Entry Requirements: Under 16s are not permitted in the venue. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
We are delighted to welcome Bea Maher and LAVERY, two of the best new neo soul / jazz fusion acts around at the moment, to open our 2025 EFG Jazz Festival programme.
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LAVERY
"Lavery expertly plays jazzy, psychedelic soul that you hear as if through a fine Irish mist." John Shand, The Sydney Morning Herald, Australia
Lavery emerges from the vibrant music scene of Dublin as an electrifying 8-piece collective poised to captivate audiences worldwide with their debut EP, "JADE GARDEN." Formed in 2023, this powerhouse ensemble brings together seasoned musicians from various corners of the globe, each contributing a unique flavour to their mesmerizing cocktail of Jazz Fusion and Neo-Soul. With roots in acclaimed music performance colleges such as BIMM and DCU's Jazz Program (Newpark), Lavery's sonic tapestry reflects a rich blend of cultural diversity and technical excellence.
Their rise has been nothing short of meteoric, gracing prestigious Irish venues like The National Gallery of Ireland and Lost Lane, and a Culture Night event in The Sugar Club. Now, hungry to make their mark on the European scene, Lavery gears up for their first international performances at multiple UK venues and festivals in June of this year. They opened for Grammy award-winning artist Sly5thAve in Belfast in April of 2024.
Fronted by the captivating Anelise Furkin, Lavery's live performances are more than just music; they're immersive experiences that transcend traditional boundaries. Lavery's sound defies categorisation, promising a musical landscape that's as unpredictable as it is enthralling. Their single, "The Mist," has already enjoyed significant success on the US JazzWeek charts, while critics worldwide acclaim Lavery's ability to expertly blend psychedelia, soul and jazz. With the release of "JADE GARDEN" on 25/05/2024, Lavery stands ready to leave an indelible mark on the burgeoning Irish jazz scene.
"The incredibly lush tune 'What I Want ... starts off with groovy, mesmeric instrumentation that seamlessly smooths into a jazzy guitar solo that causes a stir before closing" Caroline Kelly, Hot Press Magazine, Ireland
Bea Maher
Born in South London, Bea Maher blends soul, funk, and jazz, drawing inspiration from artists like Amy Winehouse and Lianne La Havas. Her music is deeply emotional, with lyrics exploring love, longing, and self-discovery. A graduate of BIMM Brighton, Bea captivates audiences through intimate live performances. In 2024, her debut EP Can’t Love EP gained widespread recognition, which included gracing the cover of Spotify’s Fresh Finds UK, also featuring on major playlists like New Music Friday, Fresh Finds Jazz, The Basement, Hangover Detox, and The Night Bus. Line of Best Fit praised her track Can’t Love, calling it “contemplative and straight from the soul".
2025 has seen Bea kick off the year by supporting Rizzle Kicks on their comeback tour, playing at O2 Ritz Manchester, O2 Institute Birmingham, O2 Forum Kentish Town and Brighton Dome.