The Levitt Pavilion presented Michael Franti + Spearhead Sunday night - making Westport a part of the Follow Your Heart World Tour - with Tropidelic on board as the opening act.

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After revving the crowd up with their stellar performance, Tropidelic  was followed by a high-voltage performance by Michael Franti and Spearhead.

Franti, who is touring the US and Europe this year featuring songs from his new hit Follow Your Heart album, shone in a world-class show on the Epstein Stage at the Levitt Pavilion - including a spectacular light show illuminating the iconic roof of the venue, and an interactive video screen which displayed photos, artwork and beautiful images as the band provided the highly appreciative audience a memorable display of musicianship. Franti, known for his message of positivity and love shared touching stories from his life both in and out of the performance arena.

What may have delighted the audience the most was when Franti left the stage and sang his way through the crowd and headed toward each of two raised and lighted platforms where he shared his love for his fans with high fives, fist bumps and hugs as he sang songs which many of his fans knew by heart. He made his tour of the audience several times and the crowd's energy grew with every trip he took. He finished the show by inviting several children in the audience up on stage to share in the Franti experience with some taking a mic and singing along.

At the conclusion of the epic two-hour show, Franti continued to return his fan's love by taking one selfie after another and engaging with his fans, both old and new.

The Levitt Pavilion’s Stars on Tour series will continue throughout the 2022 season and will include: TWIDDLE (a two-day music festival), Allison Russell, and Aoife O’Donovan and Hiss Golden Messenger. For full current calendar, visit: https://www.levittpavilion.com/calendar

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