Avatar

Avatar are a ten piece reggae/jazz group from Ireland. Their original music has been described as simultaneously relaxing and uplifting. Influenced by both Reggae and Jazz master, such as Augustus Pablo and Miles Davis, Avatar have forged and unique sound.

To date the group have released two critically acclaimed albums, Summa Iru in 2005, and Like river to ocean in 2009. Their beautifully evocative Heart of Wisdom video received and commendation at the Kerry Film Festival. The group have embarked on a series of recording collaborations with Jamaican legends Ricky Grant (Rockers International, the Gay Lads, etc.); Carton 'Tetrack' Hines and Norris Reid (Tetrack, Augustus Pablo etc.) ; The Senior All-stars from Germany, and UK vocalist/composer Miri.

Avatar have shared the stage with a host of international acts at festivals such as: The Electric Picnic (Tenchtown Stage), Cork's South X Souhwest, Cork International Jazz Festival, Feile na Beailtine, Samhlaoicht Chairaiamong others. Their stage performances have gleaned them a host of excellent reviews and a loyal following.

Avatar have Currently the group are working on their third album, due for release 2012.