11/9/2023 0 Comments Lightning in a bottle 2018Reportedly, over 35,000 people attended Lightning in a Bottle in 2018, making it by far and away the largest gathering in the event’s storied history. What wasn’t downsized was the ticket sales. Big art and interactive art both appeared to take a backseat to the music-art projects, in general, seemed to be downsized in comparison to years past. Despite witnessing some unfortunate behaviors, we chose to focus on the positive and enjoy the ride for what it’s worth, but one must acknowledge the changing of the guard when it comes to festivals in general, and this one in particular. Conversely, there is a newfound, unbridled energy brimming from folks just finding LIB, coming in from the cold that is corporate festivals. There’s an open dialogue in the community as to the direction of the DoLab and of LIB as a whole, and it was clearly evidenced in the shift in priorities and the crowd they attracted. Formerly a major cog in the LIB wheel, yoga was present but not quite as prominently large practices in the yoga domes turned into dance parties, while word on the street was that the Kundalini session was thoroughly rewarding. That stated, there was an infinite menu of experiences available, no matter what your vision quest. As is the norm at these self-identified transformational events, some of the material presented could be considered “factually dubious”-part of the fun is learning to discern and taking it all with a grain of salt and an open mind. One of the main components of Lightning in a Bottle since its inception in the early 2000s is its diverse and progressive educational programming. LIB, as it’s affectionately referred to, boasts an assortment of the eclectic, the electric, the avant-garde, the crunk, the curious, and the spiritual-all whirled together in a four-day bender soaked in kaleidoscopic wonder. The largest “transformational” music festival takes place in Bradley, California, at the sprawling, dusty Lake San Antonio. Year in and year out, the DoLab accepts this challenge, stepping up every Memorial Day weekend with an astounding celebration, Lightning in a Bottle. With the corporate machinations behind festivals curating increasingly redundant lineups, the lines have become further blurred for events to remain relevant and successful without selling their soul. In the ever-evolving universe of music festivals, an event must work hard to distinguish itself.
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