Cooks But We’re Chefs are a seven-piece band hailing from Dublin and Kerry, blending elements of house, funk, jazz, soul, and hip-hop into a vibrant, genre-crossing sound. With a trio of dynamic vocalists supported by bold brass lines and infectious dance rhythms, their live performances deliver a powerful and unmistakably unique energy.
Their high-octane shows have earned them a strong reputation across the Irish and UK festival circuits, with standout performances at Electric Picnic, Latitude (UK), All Together Now, Body & Soul, Cork Jazz Festival, Bray Jazz Festival, Stendhal, and main stage appearances at both Forbidden Fruit and Life Festival. They've also sold out headline shows at Dublin’s Grand Social (twice), Cork’s St. Luke’s, Limerick’s Prima Volta, and Jago in London cementing their status as a key fixture in the Irish live music scene.
In 2023, they released two acclaimed singles—Secret Chord and Funeka each showcasing the group’s musical range and collaborative creativity. Every member brings their own flavor to the mix, resulting in a sound that feels fresh, genre-fluid, and unmistakably theirs.
With over one million streams on Spotify and playlist features including New Music Friday, Jazz UK, Breath of Fresh Éire, Fresh Finds Jazz, and Fresh Finds Hip-Hop, Cooks But We’re Chefs continue to bridge the gap between digital impact and unforgettable live presence. With new singles on the horizon, they’re a band built for both the stage and the stream.
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