Downtown Boulder will pulse with future-funk energy on Saturday, July 5 when Denver’s own The Motet turn the Boulder Theater into the official Pholsom Field After-Party. Previously teased as “A Tribute to Jamiroquai featuring ?????,” the show now stands revealed as The Motet’s first single-artist homage in twelve years. Doors open at 10:30 p.m., the band hits at 11:30 p.m., and general-admission tickets for music-lovers aged 21 and over are available now through Z2 Entertainment.
Audiences can expect a deep dive into Jamiroquai’s acid-jazz catalog—think “Virtual Insanity,” “Canned Heat,” and beyond—filtered through The Motet’s trademark blend of elastic grooves, horn-driven hooks, and free-wheeling improvisation. Longtime fans know the sextet thrives on reinvention; this special set promises to honor Jamiroquai’s space-age swagger while leaving plenty of room for the band’s own fearless sonic exploration.
For more than two decades The Motet—drummer and founder Dave Watts, keyboard wizard Joey Porter, bassist Garrett Sayers, multi-instrumentalist Drew Sayers, guitarist Ryan Jalbert, and powerhouse vocalist Sarah Clarke—have built a nationwide following on the strength of their genre-bending live shows. A half-dozen headlining nights at Red Rocks and appearances at marquee festivals such as Bonnaroo, BottleRock, Electric Forest, and High Sierra speak to the band’s wide appeal and relentless work ethic.
The Motet’s tenth studio album, All Day (released January 2023), showcased their precision-tooled instrumental interplay, while 2024’s Love Time introduced Clarke’s soaring vocals and fresh songwriting perspective. With new music in the pipeline and a reputation for never playing the same show twice, the group continues to push creative boundaries even as they celebrate their rich history.
The Boulder Theater is located at 2032 14th Street; the performance is general admission with limited seating available. All attendees must be 21 or older with valid ID. Tickets and additional information can be found at z2ent.com, and fans are encouraged to purchase early as capacity is limited.
