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Maya Delilah & Qbanaa

October 25 @ 8:00 pm - 11:30 pm

Soulful songwriting and latin jazz influences combine for a special night of music at Guiness COrk Jazz Festival at Live At St. Luke’s

Maya Delilah is not only a guitar expert but also writes songs of her own, drawing inspiration from artists like John Mayer, Daniel Caesar, D’Angelo, Tyler the Creator, Bruno Mars, and Vulfpeck. Maya released her first EP, “Oh Boy” and Single“Moonflower” independently in 2020, and released her second EP “It’s Not Me, It’s You” on October 14th, 2021. Maya’s has a soul-pop sound inspired by experiences and constant daydreaming. Unique guitar harmonies stand out within her music; Maya wants to show that girls can be extraordinary on guitar, combat the stereotype of it being ‘a male instrument’, and inspire young girls to pursue music. Through her Social media platforms Instagram and Tik Tok, Maya has connected with artists andfans across the world, building a strong following that loves her for her music, message and story.

A 23-year-old singer-songwriter and guitarist from North London, Maya attended the prestigious BRIT School whose alumni include Adele, Amy Winehouse, and FKA twigs, among many others. While building up a devoted following on Tik Tok and Instagram where she gained notice for her incredible guitar abilities, Maya started self- releasing music in 2020 and has already racked up more than 40 million streams of fan favorites including “Breakup Season,” “Tangerine Dream,” and “Moonflower.”

Qbanaa is a dynamic Cuban-Irish singer-songwriter who seamlessly blends her Cuban heritage with modern influences such as soul, jazz, and Latin rhythms. Fans of artists like Erykah Badu, Greentea Peng, and Amy Winehouse will resonate with her sound. She has supported high-profile artists like Liv.e, Mahalia, and Ruby Waters during her European tour. Qbanaa captivates audiences with her versatile live performances, whether playing an intimate 2-piece acoustic set or a powerful 8-piece session. She has graced major festivals, including Electric Picnic, All Together Now, Cork Jazz, and Body & Soul. Since the release of her debut single Truth and Desire in 2022, Qbanaa has achieved critical success. Her track Best Time climbed to No. 34 on the International Irish Radio charts and No. 3 on the Breakers chart, where she was the only independent artist featured. Named one of RTÉ’s Rising Stars for 2024, she was also invited to a prestigious songwriting camp alongside global artists, with support from Jameson and Anderson .Paak. Her 6-track EP, Elisa, is due for release in early 2025. Produced in Cuba and completed in Dublin, the EP draws from her influences, personal icons, and raw life experiences, creating an immersive world for her listeners.

Details

Date:
October 25
Time:
8:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/maya-delilah-qbanaa-tickets-1014381802277

Organizer

The Good Room
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Venue

Live at St Luke’s
Summerhill North, T23 XE29 Cork
Cork,T23 XE29IE
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