Roots Music Project's 2nd Annual Modern Jazz and Soul Fest (Day 2)

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 06:30 pm to 10:30 pm UTC-06:00

Roots Music Project | Boulder

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Roots Music Project's 2nd Annual Modern Jazz and Soul Fest (Day 2)
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Boulder's 2nd annual Modern Jazz & Soul Fest: 2 days, 10 bands, blending jazz, soul & improvisation with top national, regional & youth acts
About this Event

The Modern Jazz & Soul Fest is Roots Music Project’s second annual celebration of forward-thinking jazz, soul, and contemporary improvisational music, created to fill a long-standing gap in Boulder’s live music landscape. While the region embraces roots traditions, opportunities to experience modern jazz and genre-blending soul at a high level have been limited. This festival positions Boulder as a destination for cutting-edge musicianship while remaining deeply community-centered.


Over two days, the festival presents five bands each day, with alternating sets on our main and side stages to create a continuous, immersive audience experience. The lineup blends nationally recognized artists, standout regional performers, and emerging youth talent, with intentional programming that highlights female-fronted acts and BIPOC artists.


Friday night’s headliner features Isaac Sinclair presents WayBack, led by Isaac Teal of the nationally touring band TAUK. Known for his powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, Teal brings a fresh yet rooted approach to soul and improvisational music. Friday’s lineup also includes ManyColors, Trusetto, Riley J Band, and the Leo LeGault Quartet, a featured ensemble from RMP’s TEMPO youth training program showcasing Boulder’s next generation of jazz artists.


Saturday culminates with The Adam Deitch Electric 4, led by internationally respected drummer and producer Adam Deitch. For this performance, Deitch assembles an all-star group featuring Parris Fleming, Will Gaines, and Emmanuel Alexander. Additional Saturday artists include Ojo De Luna, Corner 3, J-Calvin, and Halle Tomlinson, representing a diverse cross-section of modern soul, jazz, and Latin-influenced sounds.



Doors 6:00pm. Show 6:30pm

Full bar on premises; Plenty of free parking; Lyft and Uber friendly!



About Roots Music Project Foundation

Roots Music Project Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit local music incubator based in Boulder, Colorado. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. All music starts locally. We empower artists, fans, and venues to connect and create a thriving and inspiring local music scene.

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Agenda

🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Ojo De Luna (Main Stage)
🕑: 07:15 PM - 08:00 PM
Corner 3 (East Side Stage)
🕑: 08:15 PM - 09:00 PM
J-Calvin (Main Stage)
🕑: 08:30 PM - 09:45 PM
Halle Tomlinson (East Side Stage)
🕑: 09:45 PM - 11:00 PM
The Adam Deitch Electric 4 (Main Stage)
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Roots Music Project, 4747 Pearl, Boulder, United States

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