We live in a time where artists are expected to explain everything. Every post, every project, every thought. Each creative decision seems to feel like a two-way window, everything stripped back and transparent.

For a legacy act that rarely gives everything away, I’ve always found Empire of the Sun’s artistry, symbolism and personalities fascinating.

It never felt like they were interested in explaining themselves. It’s always been about art.

Watching their live set at Lightning in a Bottle left me with even more curiosity. Not just about the fashion or the music, but the whole process behind building this all-encompassing world. Because how do you build a world so immersive?