Pretty Lights Makes Fantastic Comeback After 5-Year Hiatus

Iconic producer Pretty Lights, known by his real name Derek Vincent Smith, has officially returned to the stage after a five-year absence, captivating fans with a mesmerizing and surreal four-hour performance.

The much-awaited comeback took place on August 4th at Denver’s Mission Ballroom, where 5,000 attendees gathered to witness Pretty Lights’ triumphant return. The performance marked his first show in half a decade and launched a three-night run for the Colorado native as part of his Soundship Spacesystem Tour.

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Pretty Lights‘ return was highly anticipated, as he had been out of the public eye since 2018. This momentous occasion featured a full band lineup that included Michal Menert, who showed his excitement for the comeback by getting the artist’s new logo tattooed on his forearm.

The concert was a testament to creativity and preparation, with Pretty Lights and his team spending two months in Denver crafting a unique and immersive experience. The production was a culmination of “vibing, rehearsing, building, programming, producing, and buttoning up,” according to Smith.

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During the four-hour performance, fans were treated to a plethora of new tunes, igniting enthusiasm for potential future releases. Pretty Lights kicked off the show with a captivating new track, characterized by sparkling electro-funk elements that resonated with the signature style he’s known for.

Considering his last album, “A Color Map of the Sun,” was released in 2013, followers are eager for new music from Pretty Lights. Despite the hiatus, the artist assured fans that this performance was just the beginning, stating, “This is our first show back, and we’re just getting warmed up.“

Fans and music enthusiasts can watch the full stream of Pretty Lights‘ enchanting comeback performance below, relishing the return of a beloved artist to the stage.