Imagine a UFO descending from the stars, not to invade but rather to ignite the night with electrifying beats and cosmic energy. That’s exactly what happened when Glass Animals touched down in Chicago, turning an ordinary evening into a space-age spectacle.
On August 28th at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, Glass Animals took us on an interstellar journey that felt like a cosmic celebration. The techno-pop beats reverberated through the outdoor venue, creating a pulsating rhythm that made the whole crowd feel like they were floating in zero gravity.
The stage was a kaleidoscope of neon lights and swirling visuals, as if we had been transported to another planet where music is the universal language.The Glass Animals team put so much detail into the entire stage, down to the wire (literally). If you ever wanted to know what it would look like if you were inside of a UFO, the stage team made it happen.
From the moment the band hit the stage, they radiated an energy that was otherworldly. The basslines thumped like a heartbeat, syncing with the crowd’s pulse as everyone jumped like they were caught in a cosmic trance. Dave Bayley, the band’s frontman, was like a celestial conductor, leading us through an unforgettable night of infectious grooves and hypnotic melodies.
Each song felt like a transmission from a distant galaxy, filled with shimmering synths and ethereal vocals echoing through the crowd. The playful, yet mysterious vibe of their music made you feel like you were part of a secret alien rave hidden deep within the stars.
Playing at this venue was the best choice for Glass Animals because of the rich ambiance. The open air amplified the energy, as if the music itself was rippling out into the universe. Each note echoed across Lake Michigan, and the breeze carried the beats far beyond the crowd, creating a surreal connection between the Earth and the cosmos. You could almost imagine their UFO hovering above, its lights synchronizing with the pulsating rhythms below.
This wasn’t just a concert; it was a cosmic event. And just like that, after their final encore, Glass Animals beamed away, leaving the crowd in awe, knowing they had just witnessed something truly out of this world. Now, we wait for their next landing in another city, where they’ll continue to share their sound with the lucky Earthlings who catch their next shows.
All photos taken by Samantha Irgang for Roadhouse Magazine