LOTUS - Rise of the Anglerfish Tour
Electronic / Funk / Jam
Doors 7pm / Show 8pmĀ *See venue bag policy*
18+ Valid ID required for entry into venue / Under 18 permitted with parent (Accepted forms of ID: State Issued ID or Driver's License, Military ID, Passport.)
LOTUS:
Lotus, innovators in blending electronic dance music with the jamband model ofĀ improvisation, have captivated audiences with their high-energy, dance-inducing showsĀ and intrepid studio work. Drawing from genres such as psychedelic rock, krautrock,Ā post-rock, disco, and funk, the four-piece band is known for their festival-favoriteĀ performances and intriguing songwriting, which seamlessly transitions from high-flyingĀ guitar solos to modular synth workouts, combining tightly composed songs with free ranging group improvisation.
Their 11th studio album, "How To Dream In Color," showcases Lotus's evolution,Ā featuring 12 tracks that traverse a spectrum of soundscapes. While primarilyĀ instrumental, this album includes vocalsāboth traditional and electronicallyĀ manipulatedāintegrating elements that create distinct atmospheres for eachĀ composition. Highlights include tracks like āHow Do I Come Down,ā a riveting openerĀ with Radiohead-esque vocals from Gabe Otto, the groovy and unique āWatching theĀ Distant Storm,ā and the driving krautrock instrumental āIn the Shadow of theĀ Mountain.ā The album originated from demos on an old 8-track reel-to-reel tapeĀ machine, balancing gritty analog sounds with hi-fi studio production. The album reflectsĀ a dreamlike narrative where incongruities blend into a cohesive whole, incorporatingĀ guest vocals, horns, violin, handpan, modular synths, and modern electronicĀ techniques.
Building on their extensive touring experience and diverse production styles, LotusĀ continues to innovate and inspire. Over the last two decades, the band has touredĀ actively throughout the US working their way up from clubs to world-class venues suchĀ as Red Rocks (15 times). They've become festival favorites, playing everything fromĀ Bonnaroo to Outside Lands and Electric Forest. This year, the band celebrates theĀ sixteenth anniversary of their annual festival, Summerdance, in Garrettsville, OH.
Much like a live Lotus show, "How To Dream In Color" is a journey, offering a beacon forĀ fans old and new, inviting them to explore the vibrant and infinite realms of Lotus'Ā musical vision.