The Motet

Using the rich musical landscape of Boulder, CO as their muse, the Motet continues to reinvent their sound while staying true to their various roots. Founded in 1998 by drummer Dave Watts, the Motet has become one of the best improvisational bands touring today, fusing elements of Afrobeat, Afro-Cuban, funk, latin, and jazz.

While their influences are easily recognized, their overall sound defies categorization. At the heart of the band is Watts, who single-handedly composes and arranges all of the band's music. Therefore, much... more