Jay Kay and his band dazzled in the Andalusian capital with a repertoire that combined classics like 'Little L' and 'Space Cowboy' with tracks from their latest album. The singer, the only original member, proved that his voice remains a magnet for the audience.
The Great Groove Carousel of Jamiroquai kicked off in Seville with the usual energy. The British band, led by the charismatic Jay Kay, delivered a concert that thrilled the crowd gathered in the city. With their unmistakable style that fuses funk, acid jazz, and disco touches, the group demonstrated that they are still a dancing machine.
From the first chord of (Don’t) Give hate a chance, it was clear that the night would be special. Jay Kay, dressed in a green fringed sheriff's jacket and his signature purple hat, chewed gum while keeping the rhythm. The large and spectacular band executed each arrangement with precision, from the infectious bass lines to the bursts of strings that characterise their sound.
A repertoire of classics and surprises
The concert included canonical tracks like Little L, which made the crowd sway, and Seven days in sunny june, which slightly lowered the pitch. But the night reached its peak with Space Cowboy, where the purest acid jazz accents from their beginnings resonated, evoking bands like Incognito or Brand New Heavies.
Other big hits were not missing, such as Alright, with its lounge touch for spaceships, and Disco stays the same, from their latest album. The audience surrendered to each song, singing along and moving to a sound that, live, gained in freshness and spontaneity.
Jay Kay: intact voice and born showman
At 56 years old, Jay Kay no longer displays the exuberant dance moves of his youth — at one point he placed a hand on his side, a gesture the audience understood with complicity — but his voice holds up even in the high notes. The singer, the only original member of the band, remains a natural showman, alternating his usual costume changes with jokes and winks to the audience.
During the concert, Jay Kay recalled his time in Almería, where he filmed several music videos days before the terrible fire that ravaged the area. "A land I hold in my heart," he said, before continuing with the show. The gesture, filled with sensitivity, connected even more with the Sevillian audience.
A luxury band for an impeccable sound
The concert made it clear that Jamiroquai is not just Jay Kay. The band that accompanies him — with top-level musicians — plays as if whistling a difficult tune. The string arrangements, the winds, and the rhythm section sounded with a precision that would make many studio groups pale. At no point was the absence of their ultra-polished productions felt; the live performance had its own identity.
For the people of Seville, this was a unique opportunity to see one of the most emblematic bands of British funk. The Cartuja Center — the concert venue — was filled with fans who did not want to miss the show. Tickets, sold out weeks in advance, reflect the group's enduring appeal in the province.
The concert is part of Jamiroquai's European tour, which includes stops in several capitals. For Seville, it marks a golden finale to a musical summer that has brought great international names. Those who attended left with the certainty of having experienced a magical night, with the groove as the soundtrack.
The event took place last Saturday at the Cartuja Center, a venue that gathered more than 5,000 people. The band's next concert will be in Madrid in a few weeks. For the people of Seville, there remains the memory of a night when Jamiroquai claimed, once again, the crown of emperor of the groove.
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