George Ezra Essentials

The distinctiveness of George Ezra's delivery—a rich, sun-warmed baritone that packs a rumbling, soulful power—marked him out for attention when he broke through in 2013. But the secret sauce in this British singer's potent formula is that he pairs such a striking vocal instrument with subtle and understated songcraft. Taking inspiration from travels that have taken him everywhere from Catalan guesthouses to remote pig farms, Ezra's two records crackle with effortlessly sticky melodies and the thigh-slapping, guitar-strumming spirit of life and love on the road.