Always enjoy shows at Empire and the ability to flow from one set to another between the two stages. Outdoor stage is as protected as can be so even in bad weather, you're protected. Also scored with a parking spot less than two blocks away.
El Khat - was not sure what to expect but the Arabic-infused sound was fantastic. Could not understand a word but still an amazing set
They Live - great 80s new wave infused sound. While I enjoyed their show, they seemed like an odd entry into the Levitation Festival. Same with...
Say She She - more of a disco girl group sound... again, fun, lots of dancing and good times and the backing band was great but seemed like an odd fit. They Live was the opening band for Say She She's tour. Apparently one of the singers from the band was with El Michels Affair. Left the show midset to go back into the Control Room for...
Pachyman - inject his dub reggae into my veins. Phenomenal. Really really good, Puerto Rican tinged dub. Love it!
Altin Gun - amazing infusion of modern sounds, psychedelic sounds and Turkish Folk music. Crowd was packed for their show.
We weren't able to stay for JJUUJJUU or Nolan Potter's Nightmare Band.
Pachyman:
They Live:
El Khat:
Altin Gun
From the back on the way out...