LETLIVE. Return To Australia: A Spiritual Reunion And Evolution Of Sound

Interview by Angela Croudace
Letlive’s reunion isn’t just a return to the stage—it’s an
emotional and spiritual journey for the band. After a seven-year
break, the group, which originally formed in 2002, has reconnected,
sharing stories of their lives and realising they were all in
similar places. This realisation, combined with their shared love
for music and each other, sparked the decision to hit the road
again. Initially, they planned a few shows, but the idea grew into
a full tour that includes Australia this September.
Jason Aalon Butler, the band’s frontman and son of soul artist
Aalon Butler, explains that their decision to reunite wasn’t merely
about nostalgia—it was a deeper spiritual alignment. The members of
Letlive have evolved individually, and as a result, their
relationships have become stronger. “We understand ourselves much
better than when we were younger,” Jason reflects, noting how life
experiences have brought them closer.
The band's line up now includes new faces, like Sage Weber on drums
and Skyler Accord on bass. “They just fit again because they get
it,” Jason says. Their talent and energy bring something fresh to
the band, creating a perfect synergy with the original
members.
Letlive’s sound has also evolved over the years, expanding from the
punk roots of their early albums like Fake History to incorporate
diverse influences, from jazz fusion to hip-hop. Jason explains
that the band's goal has always been to expand their reach while
remaining authentic to themselves. “We try to be as honest as we
can with the art we create,” he says.
After playing massive festivals like Warped Tour and Louder Than
Life, Letlive is excited to return to the stage with their renewed
energy. The band's live shows have always resonated deeply with
fans, largely due to their raw transparency and passion. Jason
emphasises, “We’re just fans of the art, and we perform as fans
first.”
As the band prepares to return to Australia, Jason recalls his
first trip there as a pivotal moment in his career. “It felt like I
had arrived,” he says. For Letlive, this September marks not
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