The Elovaters Drop Shark Belly Motel: Their Most Sunny & Soulful Reggae Rock Album Yet
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Boston’s reggae-rock powerhouse The Elovaters have officially arrived at their happiest destination yet. Their fifth studio album, Shark Belly Motel, dropped on May 15, 2026 via Belly Full Records / Ineffable Records, delivering 18 tracks of breezy, feel-good vibes packed with soulful hooks, sunny grooves, and that signature progressive roots energy. The Elovaters Drop Shark Belly Motel!
Clocking in as their longest and most eclectic release to date, Shark Belly Motel blends reggae, dub, surf rock, and pop-soul elements into a communal state of mind — think endless summer nights, beach bonfires, and carefree living. From upbeat anthems to reflective mid-tempo gems, the album captures the band at their most joyful and confident.
Standout Tracks & Collaborations
“Sunburn” – The infectious summer single that started it all, with flirty, carefree energy.
“Good Old Days” – Nostalgic and heartfelt, a fan favorite for summer playlists.
“Pockets Full of Sand” (feat. Bryce Vine) – Beachy and breezy collaboration.
“Sky High” (feat. Jared Watson of Dirty Heads) – High-energy highlight.
“Children on the Run” (feat. DENM) – Another strong collab adding depth.
Full Tracklist:
Air Tonight
Bills To Pay
Sunburn
Tommy Bahama
Jean Jacket
Wickedest Style
Pockets Full Of Sand (feat. Bryce Vine)
Wrong Idea
Leave The Light On
Sky High (feat. Jared Watson)
Good Old Days
Staring At The Sun
Children On The Run (feat. DENM)
Cut Em Loose
Sandy Roads
Water Under The Bridge
Makes No Sense
Borderline
The Elovaters Sunburn Tour 2026 Dates
The band is hitting the road hard in support of the new album with their massive Sunburn Tour 2026. Here are key confirmed dates (as of mid-May 2026 — more added regularly):
May 17, 2026 — Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison, CO (SOLD OUT)
May 21, 2026 — Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo, CA (SOLD OUT)
May 22, 2026 — Cali Roots Music Festival
June 10–11, 2026 — Crystal Bay Casino, Crystal Bay, NV
June 13, 2026 — Petco Park, San Diego, CA
June 20–21, 2026 — Virginia Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach, VA
July 16–17, 2026 — Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom, Hampton Beach, NH
Additional dates run through summer and fall 2026, with special guests including Shwayze, Jarv, and more at select stops. Tickets and VIP Shark Meet & Greet packages are available via theelovaters.com, Ticketmaster, and Live Nation. Many early shows are already selling fast!
The Elovaters FAQ - The Elovaters Drop Shark Belly Motel
Who are The Elovaters? A six-piece reggae rock band from Boston, Massachusetts, formed in 2014. They blend upbeat reggae with rock, soul, and surf influences for positive, high-energy music.
Current Band Members:
Jackson Wetherbee – Lead vocals, rhythm guitar
John Alves – Lead guitar
Matt Link – Bass
Nick Asta – Drums
Derrick Cabral – Percussion
Greg Nectow – Keyboards
Biggest Achievements: Multiple #1 Billboard Reggae albums (Defy Gravity, Defy Dub), New England Music Awards wins (Artist of the Year, Live Act of the Year), Boston Music Awards “Best Reggae/Ska Artist,” and festival mainstage slots alongside Stick Figure, Slightly Stoopid, Dirty Heads, and Pepper.
Previous Albums: The Cornerstone (2017), Defy Gravity (2018), Castles (2021), Endless Summer (2023), plus EPs and live releases.
Where to Listen to Shark Belly Motel? Stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, and all major platforms. Vinyl, CDs, and merch (flags, tees, totes) available at theelovaters.com.
The Elovaters have evolved from Boston street vibes to Red Rocks headliners, and Shark Belly Motel feels like their victory lap — pure sunshine in album form. Stream it now, grab tickets before they sell out, and get ready to get Elovated this summer! 🌴🎸
For the latest, visit theelovaters.com. What’s your favorite track from Shark Belly Motel?
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