Okay, so last night was easily the best Afterlife I've attended this season... but still found wanting.
Arrived at 00:35 and Theatre dancefloor was about half full, club room deserted.
Caught Kristian's first couple of tracks but was always the intention to see KiNK.
From the off it was a masterclass by the Bulgarian, and the room instantly filled. He had that room rockin'. For all my criticism of Afterlife this season, I have to say that they have really nailed getting the most out of that room. Great atmosphere, few phones. Scuba picked up right where he left off with some thumping techno.
Darted to the Theatre to catch some more of Âme. Butch - Countach was one big track I picked out.
Sadly - although an improvement on my last visit - it was still pretty soulless. Still lots of phones, though I think less than I remember.
Wanted to see Bodzin. But this was a sober one, and we just lost the buzz I'm afraid to say. The club room was still poppin' but the moment had passed for us at least and we made an early exit.
Still underwhelming and still a disappointment, but last night does give me some hope that the September crowds might salvage something from the season.