Levitation Room brings its unique sound to Launchpad

Formed nearly a decade ago in East Los Angeles, Levitation Room focuses on what they consider “otherworldly” rock music that is steeped in a dreamy, ’60s atmosphere.

Levitation Room, a four-man band consisting of vocalist Julian Forte, lead guitar player Gabriel Fernandez, bass player Kevin Perez and drummer Johnathan Martin, will perform their self-produced eclectic sounds at Albuquerque’s Launchpad at 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 30. Ignacio Gonzalez will be filling in as drummer for the remainder of the tour.

“Levitation Room started as a small idea between Julian and I,” said Fernandez. “We really didn’t think it’d be going this long, so it’s been a beautiful thing, seeing the phases we’ve gone through and just having an idea, daydreaming with guitars, having a full band, and now getting to explore the country.”

The band is currently touring their latest album “Strange Weather” across the country, exploring places like New York and Georgia before making a stop in Albuquerque, where they have performed before. At Launchpad, Levitation Room will play with support from Mexico City garage rock band Los Blenders.

Since going on tour, Levitation Room has performed in two sold out shows and noticed a significant uptick in fans.

“I think it’s really exciting to see us get to a place … and we’re hearing like, oh, the show sold out already,” Perez said. “It makes us really excited to switch up the set and challenge ourselves as individuals.”

The band is excited to unveil its latest album, but classic 2015 Levitation Room songs like the beachy alternative “Firebird Lane” and the psychedelic “Visions of My Mind” will also make an appearance on the tour playlist.

Adding to the set list is Levitation Room’s first official EP, which was released on vinyl in celebration of Record Store Day. The band said seeing their record available in stores has been a cause of immense joy.

Each band member contributes to songwriting, and the band emphasizes each member’s unique personality, allowing everyone to shine on and off the stage.

“We derive inspiration from just experiencing life, and I think collectively, we all share some of the same political views, so we try our best to express our values and way we see the world,” Forte said. “Everything from love and heartbreak to being able to discern right from wrong and truth and deception.”

It’s hard for the band to describe its sound — Levitation Room enjoys blending its passions and genre interests. The band has an eclectic ’60s influence that can be felt in its music.

For now, Levitation Room wants fans to know they’re ready to share their music and sounds with the world, one dreamy lo-fi song at a time.

Levitation Room brings its unique sound to Launchpad