Lotus
Soen · 2019
54 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal
A blend of intricate rhythms and atmospheric melodies, merging heavy guitar work with introspective lyrical depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lotus — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic core, blending ethereal melodies with powerful lyrics about transformation and resilience, making it a standout piece.
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Opponents — This opener sets the tone for the album with its dynamic shifts and intricate rhythms, highlighting the band's technical prowess and lyrical depth.
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River — With its haunting melodies and reflective lyrics, this track delves into themes of loss and longing, showcasing the emotional range of Soen's music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lotus showcases sophisticated composition and dynamic shifts, solidifying Soen's place in progressive metal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a heavy, intricate guitar riff in 'Opponent' that sets a complex rhythmic foundation for the following tracks.
- Each song features dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity, often transitioning from soft, atmospheric sections to powerful, aggressive passages.
- Lyrical themes are introspective and socially aware, with several tracks employing metaphorical language that invites deeper analysis.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- immersive auditory experience
- introspective lyricism exploration
- reflective moments of calm
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2019, Lotus is Soen's fourth studio album, following their critically acclaimed album Lykaia from 2017. At this point in their career, Soen had solidified their position in the progressive metal scene, showcasing a mature sound that further developed their thematic and musical complexities.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Opponent 5:44
- 2 Lascivious 5:37
- 3 Martyrs 6:07
- 4 Lotus 5:24
- 5 Covenant 5:42
- 6 Penance 6:17
- 7 River 5:21
- 8 Rival 5:51
- 9 Lunacy 8:05
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